Events in London

Home Ed Day: The Jolly Postman Show

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 at 11:00

The Postal Museum

Family

A family-friendly day at The Postal Museum in London featuring The Jolly Postman Show, plus a Mail Rail Ride and drop-in activities inspired by the beloved children's book. Tickets include a show timeslot and entry to interactive activities for kids and their grown-ups.

OLIVIA DEAN @ The O2

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 at 19:30

The O2 Arena

Music

Experience Olivia Dean live at The O2 in London. A high-energy concert delivering soulful R&B and pop-infused vocals on a premier arena stage, with polished musicianship and a vibrant crowd atmosphere that lingers after the final note.

CHASE THE SUN HYDE PARK 5K & 10K APRIL

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 at 10:00

The Bandstand, Hyde Park Gardens, London, W2 2, United Kingdom

Sports

Join the Chase The Sun Hyde Park 5K & 10K in central London. This flat, fast course winds through Hyde Park with a vibrant race village near The Bandstand, friendly marshals, and a festive finish sunlit by a London morning.

Dmitry Shishkin piano recital

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 at 20:30

Wigmore Hall, W1U

Music

An intimate piano recital by Dmitry Shishkin at Wigmore Hall in London. On 29 April 2026 at 7:30 pm, the renowned pianist offers solo works in the acoustically celebrated venue, delivering nuanced touch and emotive interpretation.

Petroc Trelawny on Music, Books & Broadcasting

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 at 14:00

Wigmore Hall, W1U

Lecture

Petroc Trelawny discusses the nexus of music, literature, and broadcasting, drawing on his work as a broadcaster and author. The Wigmore Hall talk explores how literary ideas shape musical interpretation and media storytelling, in a refined London setting.

I'm Sorry, Prime Minister

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 at 15:30

Apollo Theatre

Theater

Jonathan Lynn's I'm Sorry, Prime Minister returns for a final chapter of British political satire on stage at London's Apollo Shaftesbury Avenue.

Present With Impact Sessions

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 at 14:00

Blackett Building, Imperial College London

Workshop

This focused workshop helps you present with impact, with practical tips on structure, storytelling, and delivery. Held at the Sherfield Building, Imperial College London, it includes hands-on practice and feedback to boost confidence. Date: 29 April 2026, 1:00 PM.

The 2026 Peruvian general elections

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 at 15:00

University College London (UCL)

Lecture

Public lecture at UCL examining the 2026 Peruvian general elections, its electoral dynamics, policy implications, and regional impact. Drawing on political science and history perspectives, the talk situates Peru's vote in a broader Latin American context.

Climate Innovation Platforms at Scale: Global South Perspective

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 at 16:45

South Kensington

Lecture

This distinguished enterprise lecture examines scaling climate-innovation platforms from a Global South perspective, highlighting policy, entrepreneurship, and technology adoption. Held at Imperial College London's South Kensington Campus, the talk offers insights for researchers, policymakers, and industry leaders.

Databricks DevConnect London

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 at 17:00

Databricks London

Tech

Databricks DevConnect returns to London for an evening of technical chat and practical demos hosted by the Databricks Developer Relations team at the Databricks London office. Expect deep dives into new features, real-world lessons, and candid conversations about how the platform works beyond slides.

Hollie Cook @ The Jazz Cafe

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 at 20:00

The Jazz Cafe

Music

Hollie Cook headlines a live show at The Jazz Cafe in London, blending jazz, reggae, and soulful pop in an intimate venue famed for its classic club vibe. Expect smooth vocals, tight grooves, and a night of modern and vintage grooves.

Chapterhouse @ Islington Assembly Hall

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 at 20:00

Islington Assembly Hall

Music

Chapterhouse brings their shoegaze-tinged rock to Islington Assembly Hall in London for a high-energy live show. Expect swirling guitars, driving drums, and a moody, immersive atmosphere that captures the band's iconic indie-tinged sound in a storied, intimate venue.

Power To The People: John & Yoko Live in NYC

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 at 20:00

Picturehouse Cinemas

Film

Screening of Power To The People: John & Yoko Live in NYC at Picturehouse Cinemas. This cinema edition presents archival live performances and footage from John Lennon and Yoko Ono's NYC era, offering a vivid cine-documentary look at their art and music.

Botanical Eco Printing Workshop at The Admiral Hardy

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 at 11:00

Craft Courses London

Workshop

Join a 1.5-hour botanical eco-printing workshop at The Admiral Hardy, hosted by Craft Courses London. Hands-on instruction in plant-based print techniques using sustainable materials, in a welcoming London workshop space. Tickets £55 for Apr 29, 2026.

Just Mustard @ Electric Brixton

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 at 20:00

Electric Brixton

Music

Just Mustard headlines Electric Brixton in London, delivering their punchy indie/post-punk sound to a buzzing crowd in a classic, intimate London venue. Expect high-energy guitars, tight rhythm sections, and a night of immersive live music.

The new Ofsted framework: a free briefing for education professionals

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 at 18:00

University College London (UCL)

Conference

Join a free briefing at UCL for education professionals on the new Ofsted framework. An expert overview of the changes, implications for schools and inspection practice, and a Q&A to discuss implementation.

Laura Ramoso - The Calm Down Tour

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 at 20:30

The London Palladium

Comedy

Laura Ramoso headlines The Calm Down Tour at the London Palladium, delivering sharp, playful stand-up in the grand theatre to a warm, responsive London crowd.

Tony Bianco Memorial

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 at 19:15

Vortex Jazz Club

Music

An intimate jazz tribute at Vortex Jazz Club honoring the late drummer Tony Bianco. Close collaborators deliver a night of performance, remembrance, and shared musical language in a warm club setting. This free memorial concert blends improvisation with memory at a renowned Dalston venue.

Open-Themed Art Class

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 at 14:00

City and Guilds Building, Imperial College London

Art

Open-Themed Art Class at Imperial College London's Roderic Hill Building invites participants to explore a rotating art theme through hands-on projects. A friendly, instructor-led workshop blending technique with creative exploration in a university setting.

Andrew Durbin & Tash Aw: The Wonderful World That Almost Was

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 at 20:00

London Review Bookshop

Literature

Two celebrated authors, Andrew Durbin and Tash Aw, discuss The Wonderful World That Almost Was at the London Review Bookshop in a joint evening of readings and conversation. Expect lively insights into contemporary fiction and the pair’s distinctive voices in a cozy London venue.

Greek Prime Ministers in the eye of the storm

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 at 19:30

London School Of Economics

Lecture

An evening lecture at LSE examining Greece’s prime ministers amid political storms, with expert analysis and a moderated discussion. Insightful exploration of leadership, crisis management, and policy in modern Greece.

Hollie Cook live at The Jazz Cafe

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 at 21:00

The Jazz Cafe

Music

Hollie Cook lights up London’s Jazz Cafe with sunny, retro-soul vocals, tight grooves and infectious Caribbean warmth that makes the intimate room sway all night.

Community Garden Action Days 2

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 at 14:00

Imperial College London

Community

Join Community Garden Action Day 2 at Imperial College London on 29 April 2026 at 13:00 for an outdoor volunteer session tending the campus garden, planting, weeding, and sharing quick sustainability tips with fellow volunteers.

Ballet Nights 011

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 at 20:30

Cadogan Hall

Theater

Cadogan Hall hosts Ballet Nights 011, an elegant evening of precise choreography and live orchestra in London's refined, chandelier-lit space near the heart of the city.

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