Events in London

Wayne McGregor: Alchemies - Royal Ballet and Opera

Sat, 18 Apr 2026

Royal Opera House

Theater

Wayne McGregor's Alchemies is a contemporary Royal Ballet piece at the Royal Opera House, featuring Yugen and Carmen Herrera's stage design in a bold new collaboration.

Maria Joāo Pires and Marc-André Hamelin in Recital

Sat, 18 Apr 2026

Barbican Centre, Silk Street, EC2Y 8DS London, United Kingdom

Music

Two legendary pianists Maria João Pires and Marc-André Hamelin perform a recital at the Barbican Centre, offering a program of dazzling classical piano repertoire in London's iconic concert hall. Expect refined artistry and technical brilliance in an intimate, high-caliber concert experience.

Ferry Corsten @ HERE at Outernet

Sat, 18 Apr 2026

HERE at Outernet

Music

Dutch trance icon Ferry Corsten headlines HERE at Outernet in London, delivering a high-energy night of cutting-edge electronic music. Expect club-ready drops, soaring melodies, and immersive visuals in the iconic venue.

Fabric: Agents of Time with Alex Wann

Sat, 18 Apr 2026

fabric

Nightlife

Late-night techno showcase at Fabric, London, featuring Agents of Time with Alex Wann (lineup to be announced). Running 23:00-06:00, expect thunderous bass, immersive visuals, and the signature Fabric atmosphere in one of the world's premier techno venues.

Fool's Paradise: Mark Knight, Norman Jay MBE, Grant Nelson, Kid Creme, Groove P, Brandon Block

Sat, 18 Apr 2026

fabric

Nightlife

Fool's Paradise at Fabric London features a star-studded house/electronic lineup with Mark Knight, Norman Jay MBE, Grant Nelson, Kid Creme, Groove P, and Brandon Block for a high-energy club night.

The classroom is your set

Sat, 18 Apr 2026

Rich Mix

A provocative theatre piece staged at Rich Mix, The classroom is your set blends live performance with classroom imagery to examine power, learning, and creativity. This intimate, urban production invites the audience into a flexible, responsive set and a bold dialogue about education and identity.

Jurassic Jungle at the Brunswick Centre

Sat, 18 Apr 2026

The Brunswick Centre, WC1Prices: Free

Family

Jurassic Jungle brings roaming dinosaurs to The Brunswick Centre for a free, one-day family event. A towering Brontosaurus and adorable dino babies roam the mall, with two spectacular live Dino Shows and plenty of kid-friendly moments.

Hyperactive World: TeeDee All Night Long – Room 2

Sat, 18 Apr 2026

Ministry Of Sound

Music

Takeover night at Ministry of Sound London with TeeDee headlining an all-night-long 10-hour set in Room 1, while Room 2 awaits lineup. Classic club venue with top-tier sound, immersive visuals, and non-stop electronic dance-floor energy.

Encanto

Sat, 18 Apr 2026

The Garden Cinema

Film

Encanto lights up The Garden Cinema in London, a magical screening where vibrant songs meet intimate art‑house charm, plush seats and a community of fans sharing every memorable moment.

Terrorism: Perspectives on Security and Society

Sat, 18 Apr 2026

Rich Mix

Lecture

An English-language lecture at Rich Mix in London examining terrorism through historical, political, and social lenses. The talk features expert analysis on rhetoric, policy, and security, with a moderated Q&A in a provocative, accessible setting.

Reel To Reel: Songs on Screen

Sat, 18 Apr 2026

Hackney Empire

Music

A night of iconic movie and TV tunes performed by London City Voices at Hackney Empire, bringing memorable scores to life with powerful choral renditions and cinematic atmosphere.

Amjad Ali Khan & Sinfonia Verdi with David Murphy (conductor)

Sat, 18 Apr 2026 at 12:30

Wigmore Hall, W1U

Music

A cross-genre classical concert at Wigmore Hall featuring Amjad Ali Khan on the sarod and his sons Amaan and Ayaan Ali Bangash, performed with Sinfonia Verdi under conductor David Murphy. The program blends Indian classical solo sarod pieces with orchestral accompaniment in an intimate London venue.

Eat & Drink Festival — Saturday 18 April

Sat, 18 Apr 2026 at 11:00

Olympia London

Food

Explore global flavors from London’s best food spots under one roof at Eat & Drink Festival. Enjoy live cooking demos by top chefs, tastings, and artisan products at Olympia London — a vibrant celebration for food lovers.

Fools Paradise: Mark Knight & Friends at Fabric

Sat, 18 Apr 2026 at 15:00

fabric

Music

Fools Paradise erupts at Fabric in London as Mark Knight & Friends drop a blistering house and techno odyssey from 14:00 to 22:00, the cavernous main room alive with sunlit energy and electric, floor-shaking grooves.

Bar Shorts Presents: From Frame to Page- Animators Who Became Graphic Novelists

Sat, 18 Apr 2026

The Garden Cinema

Film

Bar Shorts Presents: From Frame to Page — Animators Who Became Graphic Novelists features screenings of animation-forward shorts and a discussion about designers who transitioned from frame to page at The Garden Cinema. A vivid night of visual storytelling in a classic cinema setting.

Sidemen Charity Match

Sat, 18 Apr 2026 at 16:00

Wembley Stadium

Sports

Sidemen Charity Match returns to Wembley Stadium for a 2026 charity football clash, bringing popular creators together for a high-energy, fan-filled showdown at London's iconic venue to raise funds for a good cause.

Baijiu tasting & pop-up shopping

Sat, 18 Apr 2026

The Garden Cinema

Food

Sample a selection of baijiu varieties and enjoy a curated pop-up shopping experience at The Garden Cinema. This intimate evening blends guided spirit tasting with local vendor pop-ups in a cozy London cinema setting.

Annie

Sat, 18 Apr 2026 at 11:00

Lovegrove Theatre Address: Redbridge Drama Centre

Family

Annie is a heartwarming family musical about the plucky orphan who finds a new home in 1930s New York and beyond. Performed at Lovegrove Theatre near Redbridge Drama Centre in London, this stage adaptation blends timeless songs with optimism and charm, perfect for kids and their grown-ups.

Amaan & Ayaan Bangash (sarod) with Juan Carmona (flamenco guitar)

Sat, 18 Apr 2026 at 16:00

Wigmore Hall, W1U

Music

Two sarod masters, Amaan Ali Bangash and Ayaan Ali Bangash, team up with flamenco guitarist Juan Carmona for a cross-cultural concert at Wigmore Hall. The intimate London venue showcases intricate Indian raga-based melodies alongside evocative flamenco textures, in a seamless fusion.

Peace Worshippers: Celebrating Mahatma Gandhi

Sat, 18 Apr 2026 at 12:30

Wigmore Hall, W1U

Music

An evocative classical program at Wigmore Hall celebrating Mahatma Gandhi. This intimate London concert pairs reflective chamber works with thematic pieces in a dignified tribute to peace, set in the historic, acoustically refined venue.

Mark Knight @ Fabric London

Sat, 18 Apr 2026 at 15:00

fabric

Music

Fabric London comes alive as Mark Knight headlines a stacked lineup: Kid Creme, Soul Avengerz, Tenacious, Richard Earnshaw, Steve Taylor, Todd Terry, Brandon Block, Norman Jay MBE, and Grant Nelson at Fabric London.

World Art Day: Collaborative Canvas at the Royal Hospital Chelsea

Sat, 18 Apr 2026 at 13:00

Chelsea Old Town Hall

Art

Visitors join a guided collaborative painting session on World Art Day at the Royal Hospital Chelsea, contributing panels to form a large-scale artwork inspired by the hospital.

Medical Menagerie

Sat, 18 Apr 2026 at 11:30

Viewing Room

Community

Join a free, relaxed session at the Wellcome Collection’s Viewing Room as 'Medical Menagerie' explores medical curiosities. The venue offers accessibility features including a limited audio description, a hearing loop, and wheelchair access.

Medical Menagerie

Sat, 18 Apr 2026 at 11:30

Wellcome Collection

Lecture

Join a science lecture on 18 April 2026 at 10:30 at the Wellcome Collection in London. Medical Menagerie examines how animal specimens and other curiosities shaped medical practice, blending artifacts with modern ideas to spark discussion on science, ethics, and society.

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