Events in London

Michael Rosen

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 at 11:00

Alexandra Palace

Family

Celebrated children's author and poet Michael Rosen marks his 80th birthday with readings from his beloved poetry and stories at Alexandra Palace. Expect lively storytelling and family-friendly entertainment in a festive, literary celebration at London's historic venue.

This talk will make you a scientist

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 at 11:00

Royal Institution

Family

An interactive family science talk at The Royal Institution in London. Kids join hands-on experiments and demonstrations that spark curiosity and creativity. Special demonstrations bring science to life in an inviting atmosphere, inspiring young minds to ask questions and explore the world around them.

Alan Hollinghurst: Our Evenings

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 at 12:00

Alexandra Palace

Literature

Renowned author Alan Hollinghurst discusses 'Our Evenings' at the North London Book Festival, hosted at Alexandra Palace. A refined literary evening of readings, insights, and audience Q&A in a grand historic venue.

Book Reading and Draw-along with Lauren Child: Moonsquirters and Greendrops

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 at 11:00

Young V&A

Literature

Join Lauren Child for a family-friendly book reading and draw-along of Moonsquirters and Greendrops at Young V&A. The interactive session blends storytelling with live drawing, suitable for children and their grown-ups. Tickets are £5; an intimate, artsy London event in a museum setting.

Carl Cox @ OVO Arena

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 at 19:00

OVO Arena Wembley

Music

Carl Cox headlines a blistering techno night at Brooklyn Storehouse, merging OVO Arena-style energy with cavernous warehouse vibes in Brooklyn, delivering riding bass, shimmering LEDs and the kind of crowd-wide euphoria only Cox can spark.

Faulty Towers The Dining Experience In London's West End

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 at 14:30

President Hotel

Theater

Faulty Towers The Dining Experience returns to London's West End at the President Hotel, 13 years of on-stage chaos and five-star parody, where guests join Basil Fawlty-style hijinks during an immersive, hilarious meal.

Master Investor Show 2026

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 at 10:00

Business Design Centre

Conference

Master Investor Show 2026 at the Business Design Centre gathers UK investment industry leaders for insights, panels, and case studies. Attendees explore new companies and technologies, hear fund managers speak in person, and gain perspectives to guide investment decisions.

Onjali Q. Raúf: The Boy At the Back of the Class

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 at 11:00

Alexandra Palace

Family

Author Onjali Q. Raúf discusses The Boy at the Back of the Class with a live session for young readers at Alexandra Palace. The interactive talk aims to spark empathy and action, inviting families to engage with stories about kindness, resilience, and social issues.

Fabriclive X Shogun Audio

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 at 15:00

fabric

Music

An all-day bass-forward clash as Fabriclive teams with Shogun Audio at BRIC in London, weaving drum'n'bass and neurofunk through a 14:00-22:00 session that keeps the energy high from afternoon to night.

John Mulaney

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 at 21:00

Comedy

John Mulaney brings his razor‑sharp storytelling to London across multiple venues from 18–25 April 2026, delivering polished punchlines, self‑effacing charm, and a memorable night of stand‑up.

Rick Astley @ The O2

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 at 19:30

The O2 Arena

Music

Rick Astley and Gabrielle bring pop-soul nostalgia to The O2, London, turning the iconic arena into a blissful sing-along party with glittering classics and crowd-wide chorus.

Raiders of the Lost Ark

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 at 13:00

Prince Charles Cinema

Film

Screening of Steven Spielberg's Raiders of the Lost Ark (1981) at Prince Charles Cinema—a classic action-adventure featuring Indiana Jones.

British Brass Chamber Music Day

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 at 12:30

Wigmore Hall, W1U

Music

A day-long program of brass chamber music at Wigmore Hall in London, featuring British ensembles performing intimate, high-caliber works in one of the world's great concert venues. An ideal outing for classical music lovers seeking refined, live performances.

Atmosphere @ Electric Brixton

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 at 19:00

Electric Brixton

Music

Experience a thunderous hip-hop night at Electric Brixton as Atmosphere share the stage with Sage Francis and Zoodeville, delivering razor-sharp verses and explosive live beats inside the brick-walled, neon-lit London venue.

Tessa Hadley: The Party

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 at 12:00

Alexandra Palace

Literature

Join author Tessa Hadley for an insightful talk about her novel The Party at the North London Book Festival, hosted in the iconic Alexandra Palace. Expect a thoughtful discussion of contemporary fiction, character, and craft in a welcoming literary setting.

Drop-in Pop-up Performance: Music Memories

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 at 11:00

Victoria and Albert Museum

Theater

A free, family-friendly drop-in pop-up performance titled 'Music Memories' at the Victoria and Albert Museum in London's South Kensington. Experience casual, interactive live music with no ticket required, starting Saturday 25 April 2026 at 10:00.

Portrait Sculpture in Clay - Working with a Live Model

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 at 11:00

Craft Courses London

Workshop

Four-day hands-on portrait sculpture workshop in clay with a live model. Taught at Craft Courses London, the course covers proportion, anatomy, and modeling techniques in a focused studio setting. Price is £625 for the complete course, ideal for aspiring portrait sculptors seeking professional, practical instruction.

Family Day: 3D Flower Making inspired by Althea McNish

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 at 11:00

William Morris Gallery

Family

Join a relaxed, neurodiversity-friendly family workshop at the William Morris Gallery. Create 3D flower designs inspired by Althea McNish with artists from the Neurodiversity in Architecture Network. A welcoming, creative session designed for families and kids.

London Marathon 2026

Sun, 26 Apr 2026

Canary Wharf

Sports

Watch thousands of runners tackle the iconic 26-mile course from Greenwich Park to The Mall, cheered on by huge crowds along Canary Wharf and central London. London Marathon 2026 promises electric race day energy, record pace moments, and a festival atmosphere for spectators.

Britten War Requiem with Lewisham Choral Society and Forest Philharmonic

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 at 20:00

Great Hall Goldsmiths New Cross

Music

Benjamin Britten's War Requiem performed by Lewisham Choral Society and Forest Philharmonic in the Great Hall at Goldsmiths, New Cross. This powerful choral-orchestral concert pairs stirring Latin liturgy with WWI poetry for a moving, cinematic experience. A highlight for London classical enthusiasts in a grand university venue.

Bach’s Mass in B minor

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 at 18:00

St Marylebone Parish Church

Music

An evening performance of Bach’s Mass in B minor at the historic St Marylebone Parish Church, presenting a monumental Baroque choral-orchestral work of sacred music. The concert features masterful vocalists and ensemble in a reverberant church setting, blending liturgical grandeur with intimate detail.

Ben Aaronovitch: Stone and Sky

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 at 12:00

Alexandra Palace

Literature

Author talk by Ben Aaronovitch at the North London Book Festival held at Alexandra Palace. The talk invites fans into Stone and Sky with insights into his writing, urban fantasy, and storytelling, followed by Q&A in a historic London venue.

Lee Valley Velo Park Run Day

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 at 10:30

London, Greater London

Sports

Join a day of running at Lee Valley Velo Park in London with options from half marathon to 5k plus a junior race. A fast, family-friendly course at an iconic venue suited to all ages and abilities, with medals for finishers and a festive race atmosphere.

Tom Rob Smith: Twenty Years Together

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 at 12:00

Alexandra Palace

Literature

Tom Rob Smith discusses 'Twenty Years Together' at the North London Book Festival, held at Alexandra Palace. An engaging author talk offering insight into his career and craft, set in the historic North London venue.

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