Events in London

DMWF Global (Digital Marketing World Forum)

Wed, 6 May 2026

ExCeL London

Conference

DMWF Global at ExCeL London packs insights on digital marketing, AI, and data with expansive talks, hands-on workshops, and global experts shaping the future of marketing in a vast ExCeL hall.

London Lab Live

Wed, 6 May 2026

ExCeL London

Conference

London Lab Live transforms ExCeL London into a buzzing hub for global lab innovators, unveiling modern management tactics, cutting-edge technology, and cross-industry collaboration.

Faris Ishaq: live in London

Wed, 6 May 2026

Oslo Hackney

Music

Palestinian nay master Faris Ishaq performs a live set in London, blending ancient Middle Eastern flute with contemporary composition. Expect expressive improvisation and cross-cultural textures rooted in his heritage, presented at the intimate Oslo Hackney.

The Quirk’s Event London

Wed, 6 May 2026

London City Center, London

Conference

The Quirk's Event London invites marketing researchers to a dynamic city-center conference, blending inclusive sessions, lively networking, and an interactive Expo Hall under glass-and-steel architecture that makes data feel tactile.

Wright of Derby: Industry and Idleness — Salon Talk

Wed, 6 May 2026

The National Gallery

Lecture

Join a salon-style talk at the National Gallery exploring Wright of Derby’s Industry and Idleness with speakers Tom Hodgkinson, Cynthia Johnston, and Jamie Holman. A scholarly, accessible discussion linking 18th‑century industry to art in a distinguished museum setting.

Joe Bonamassa @ Royal Albert Hall

Wed, 6 May 2026 at 19:45

Royal Albert Hall

Music

Joe Bonamassa headlines a blistering blues-rock set at London's iconic Royal Albert Hall on May 6, 2026. Expect searing guitar tones, soulful bends, and crowd-pleasing riffs in a grand, intimate-sounding hall.

Economic briefing with the Bank of England

Wed, 6 May 2026 at 10:00

BusinessLDN

Conference

An expert-led briefing with the Bank of England to unpack current UK and London economic conditions, labour market signals, and the inflation and rate outlook across 2026. Ideal for finance, policy, and business professionals seeking pragmatic insights into monetary policy and macro risk.

Jethro Tull @ London Palladium

Wed, 6 May 2026 at 20:00

The London Palladium

Music

Jethro Tull headlines the historic London Palladium for an evening of classic progressive rock. Expect flute-driven riffs, intricate arrangements, and high-energy renditions of fan favorites inside the iconic West End theatre.

Academy of St. Martin in the Fields at Sacred Grounds

Wed, 6 May 2026 at 19:30

Sacred Grounds

Music

The Academy of St. Martin in the Fields performs at Sacred Grounds in London on May 6, 2026 at 6:30 PM, delivering refined classical repertoire with precise strings and lush orchestral color in an intimate venue.

Moulin Rouge! The Musical

Wed, 6 May 2026 at 20:30

Piccadilly Theatre

Theater

Moulin Rouge! The Musical at the Al Hirschfeld Theatre in New York sparkles with Broadway spectacle, romance and cabaret glamour, a dizzying night of song and dance—closing July 26, 2026.

Makaya McCraven at Union Chapel

Wed, 6 May 2026 at 20:00

Union Chapel

Music

Makaya McCraven performs a genre-blending jazz set at Union Chapel in London, delivering an intimate, cinematic live experience inside the iconic church venue with emotive improvisation and rich, room-filling acoustics.

Network - 50th Anniversary

Wed, 6 May 2026 at 13:25

Prince Charles Cinema

Film

Screening of Network (1976) at Prince Charles Cinema to mark its 50th anniversary; a drama about an anchor's farewell and the ratings-driven media frenzy.

Redman plus guests

Wed, 6 May 2026 at 20:00

Electric Brixton

Music

Rap legend Redman headlines a high-energy hip-hop night at Electric Brixton in London, with guests. Doors open at 7pm and the show runs until 11pm, presented by Horizon Promotion & ChipShop. A must-see urban music event in the storied Brixton venue.

Sabrina Claudio @ Roundhouse

Wed, 6 May 2026 at 20:00

Roundhouse

Music

Two-time guest Sabrina Claudio headlines an evening at Roundhouse in London, with Sam Fischer as a special guest. This sleek R&B concert blends intimate acoustics in the iconic circular venue with polished vocals and moody production for a memorable live music experience.

Hastings International Piano Concert

Wed, 6 May 2026 at 14:00

Wigmore Hall, W1U

Music

An international piano recital at London's Wigmore Hall as part of the Hastings International Piano Concert series. Renowned pianists perform a refined program in an intimate, prestigious recital setting.

David Olusoga: A Gun Through Time

Wed, 6 May 2026 at 20:30

Hackney Empire

Lecture

Historian David Olusoga explores how firearms reshaped empires, wars and crime across centuries, weaving gripping storytelling with new insights into guns' social and political impact in this evening lecture at Hackney Empire.

Smart Homes to Smart Risks: Understanding IoT Security and Privacy

Wed, 6 May 2026 at 19:45

Royal Institution

Lecture

Explores how smart home devices create security and privacy risks, with practical safeguards for connected homes. A concise science lecture at the Royal Institution that demystifies IoT vulnerabilities and explains what users and developers can do to protect data and networks.

Ungrounding Book Talk with Eyal Weizman

Wed, 6 May 2026 at 19:45

Institute of Contemporary Arts

Lecture

Join Eyal Weizman, director of Forensic Architecture, for a book-talk celebrating the launch of Ungrounding. The discussion probes how violence, conflict, and environmental factors intertwine in Israel and Gaza, through investigative perspectives presented by Weizman at ICA.

The Community Cinema at UCL East Programme - Term 3 2026

Wed, 6 May 2026

University College London (UCL)

Film

University-led cinema series at UCL East from May 6 to June 3, 2026, presenting rotating community screenings in a campus setting. Great for students and locals to enjoy thought-provoking films together.

St Francis of Assisi

Wed, 6 May 2026 · All day

The National Gallery

Art

Explore St Francis of Assisi at the National Gallery with a guided tour for Members. Delve into the artwork through expert commentary in a historic London gallery, offering an intimate view of a celebrated piece within the Members' Exhibition.

The Music of The Lord of The Rings

Thu, 7 May 2026

Hackney Empire

Music

An immersive orchestral tribute at Hackney Empire honoring The Lord of the Rings score by Howard Shore, performed by the Mystery Ensemble in a cinematic concert that brings Middle-earth to life.

Chiaroscuro Quartet with Nicolas Baldeyrou (clarinet)

Wed, 6 May 2026 at 20:30

Wigmore Hall, W1U

Music

An intimate chamber recital at Wigmore Hall featuring the Chiaroscuro Quartet with clarinetist Nicolas Baldeyrou. Expect refined, precise interpretations of celebrated quartet repertoire in a renowned London venue on 6 May 2026 at 7:30 PM.

A Generation [Pokolenie]

Wed, 6 May 2026 at 19:20

Prince Charles Cinema

Film

Classic Andrzej Wajda drama Pokolenie (A Generation, 1955) screening at Prince Charles Cinema; a stark 1950s Polish tale of youth facing WWII.

Present With Impact Sessions 2

Wed, 6 May 2026 at 14:00

Blackett Building, Imperial College London

Workshop

A practical workshop at Imperial College London's Sherfield Building exploring effective presentation skills. Learn how to structure talks, engage audiences, handle questions, and deliver with confidence in interdisciplinary settings. This session is the second in the Present With Impact series.

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