Free Events in London

Art Distilled

Fri, 5 Jun 2026 · All day

The National Gallery

Art

Art Distilled gathers talks and conversations connected to the House Members Exhibition at the National Gallery. Join member-led discussions and artist insights in an intimate, gallery-setting that highlights the ongoing exhibition.

Masterpieces of Spanish art: Celebrating Diego Velázquez

Sat, 6 Jun 2026 · All day

The National Gallery

Art

Guided tours at the National Gallery celebrate Diego Velázquez’s masterworks and key figures of Spanish art. Discover iconic paintings, learn about Velázquez’s influence, and enjoy a member-focused experience in London’s premier art institution.

SEND Play

Sat, 6 Jun 2026 at 11:00

Young V&A

Family

Drop-in SEND Play sessions at Young V&A for children with SEND and their families. Free and ongoing through Feb–June 2026, these relaxed, sensory-friendly play experiences take place indoors at the museum.

The Big South London Flea

Sat, 6 Jun 2026 · All day

Various London Venues

Market

Explore a multi-venue outdoor flea market across London with The Big South London Flea, featuring vintage finds, antiques, crafts, and unique bargains from local vendors. A casual, family-friendly daytime event spread across several London venues, perfect for browsing and scoring one-of-a-kind items.

Sunday Sessions Paper Flower Making

Sun, 7 Jun 2026 at 11:00

Garden Museum

Workshop

Join a free DIY workshop at the Garden Museum on Sunday 7 Jun 2026 at 10:00, learning to make paper flowers. Suitable for beginners and families, this hands-on session walks you through simple folding techniques to create decorative blooms to take home.

Imperial College London Year 1 Open Day

Mon, 8 Jun 2026 · All day

Blackett Building, Imperial College London

Conference

Explore Imperial College London's Year 1 Project Open Days at the Blackett Building. Prospective students and families can tour the campus, meet lecturers, and learn about first-year projects and degree options. A lively, information-rich glimpse into campus life and research opportunities.

Still life: Splendid everyday objects

Mon, 8 Jun 2026 · All day

The National Gallery

Art

Join a curator-led talk on 'Still life: Splendid everyday objects' at the National Gallery on 8 June 2026, part of the House Members Exhibition. Learn how ordinary objects become art as gallery staff and members discuss still life themes in a formal, intellectual setting.

Covent Garden Antiques & Collectibles Market

Mon, 8 Jun 2026 · All day

Market

A weekly antiques and collectibles market in Covent Garden, London. Browse hundreds of stalls at Jubilee Market with professional antique dealers offering a broad range of vintage items, furniture, and curios.

Weekly Christian Meditation 7

Mon, 8 Jun 2026 at 14:10

Imperial College London

Wellness

Join a weekly Christian meditation session at Imperial College London. This calm, spiritually oriented gathering offers guided meditation rooted in Christian practice and community on campus, open to adults seeking mindful reflection.

Tuesday Tots: The Tiny Seed Storytelling

Tue, 9 Jun 2026 at 11:00

Garden Museum

Family

A free, family-friendly morning workshop on Tuesday, June 9, 2026 at 10:00 at the Garden Museum, where toddlers and their grown-ups explore seeds through storytelling. Tuesday Tots: The Tiny Seed Storytelling invites young children to discover nature with interactive tales and leafy crafts.

Blyth art Fellowship Exhibition 2

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 · All day

South Kensington

Art

Explore the Blyth Art Fellowship Exhibition 2 at Imperial College London’s South Kensington campus, presenting the fellows’ latest artworks in a contemporary gallery setting. This indoor, all-day showcase offers a thoughtful window into emerging art practice within a university environment.

Community Garden Action Days 8

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 at 14:00

Imperial College London

Community

Volunteer days at Imperial College London's community garden, offering hands-on gardening, planting, composting and soil prep. Meet fellow volunteers, learn urban gardening basics, and help maintain a thriving campus greenspace on a sunny afternoon.

The Mysterious Nature of Symmetry

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 at 18:30

Imperial College London

Lecture

Join a thought-provoking lecture at Imperial College London as researchers explore the mysterious nature of symmetry. From foundational math concepts to physical applications, the talk reveals how symmetry underpins equations, conservation laws, and the structure of the universe with accessible explanations.

Lunchtime Piano Recital: Charles Owen

Thu, 11 Jun 2026 at 14:00

Imperial College London

Music

A lunchtime classical piano recital by renowned pianist Charles Owen at Imperial College London. This daytime concert offers an intimate, polished performance in a university setting, ideal for music lovers seeking refined live classical repertoire.

British Sign Language talk: Celebrating 250 Years of John Constable

Fri, 12 Jun 2026 · All day

The National Gallery

Art

Join a British Sign Language interpreted talk at the National Gallery celebrating 250 years of John Constable. The accessible discussion explores Constable's iconic landscapes, his place in art history, and what his luminous skies reveal about English painting.

Rooms with a view

Fri, 12 Jun 2026 · All day

The National Gallery

Art

Rooms with a View at the National Gallery invites visitors to engage with the House Members Exhibition through a series of talks and conversations. Expect curator-led discussions and member perspectives that illuminate the artworks and display spaces in a lively gallery setting.

Hampstead Saturday Indoor Market

Sat, 13 Jun 2026 · All day

Market

A long-running indoor market at Hampstead Community Centre every Saturday, showcasing local crafts and goods from community traders in an inviting space. A staple for residents and visitors for 50 years.

World Cup by Auld Hag: Scotland v Haiti

Sun, 14 Jun 2026 · Time TBD

Club 360

Sports

World Cup by Auld Hag: Scotland v Haiti at Club 360 in London is London's only Scotland watch party, a roaring gathering full of flags, chants, and infectious Euro-night energy hosted by Auld Hag.

Sunday Sessions: Family Dance & Garden Design

Sun, 14 Jun 2026 at 11:00

Garden Museum

Workshop

Explore how garden design and movement interconnect in a family-friendly workshop at the Garden Museum. Dance-inspired activities let kids and adults trace design trends across the ages, in a free outdoor session that blends play with learning.

DRUMSHEDS SPRING FLEA

Sun, 14 Jun 2026 · All day

Various London Venues

Market

Explore dozens of stalls across multiple London venues at Drumsheds Spring Flea. Discover vintage wares, handmade goods, and quirky bargains in a casual, family-friendly market circuit across the city, with a welcoming, community atmosphere.

GIN LGBTQIA+ Indian and South Asian Meetup

Sun, 14 Jun 2026 at 14:30

London LGBTQ+ Community Centre

Community

A welcoming networking meetup for LGBTQIA+ people of Indian and South Asian origin and friends, hosted at the London LGBTQ+ Community Centre. In-person gathering alongside online options, with Covid-safety guidelines; a friendly space to connect, share, and build community in London.

Zurbarán exhibition highlights: Online tour and Q&A

Mon, 15 Jun 2026 · All day

The National Gallery

Art

Join an online tour of the Zurbarán exhibition at the National Gallery, followed by a live Q&A. A guided virtual walkthrough reveals the master’s serene still lifes and sacred canvases, with gallery experts answering questions and offering behind-the-scenes insights.

Weekly Christian Meditation

Mon, 15 Jun 2026 at 14:10

Imperial College London

Wellness

A weekly Christian meditation session at Imperial College London, offering guided breathing, contemplation, and peaceful reflection for the campus community. Open to students and staff seeking a calm, reflective break from study and work.

Light-driven chemistry for a sustainable future

Mon, 15 Jun 2026 at 19:00

The Royal Society

Lecture

Public lecture at The Royal Society on light-driven chemistry and sustainable futures, surveying breakthroughs in photochemistry, solar energy, and green catalysis in an accessible, scientist-led session.

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