Events in London

Ne-Yo & Akon Live at The O2 Arena, London

Fri, 8 May 2026

The O2 Bubble, Peninsula Square, London, SE10 0PE, United Kingdom

Music

Two global hitmakers Ne-Yo and Akon headline The O2 Bubble in London, delivering a high-energy night of R&B and pop. Expect crowd-pleasing vocals, big hits, and an electric arena atmosphere in one of London's premier venues.

Oscar Jerome @ Ronnie Scott's Jazz Club

Fri, 8 May 2026

Ronnie Scott's Jazz Club

Music

Oscar Jerome performs a live jazz set at the iconic Ronnie Scott’s Jazz Club in London. An intimate, high-caliber night of contemporary jazz in a world-famous venue.

Strictly: The Professionals

Fri, 8 May 2026

1-4 Argyll St, W1F 7LD London, United Kingdom

Theater

Strictly: The Professionals hits 1-4 Argyll St, London, a sharp, intimate theatre night built on wit, precision and professional flair, in a classic West End‑style setting.

Clermont-Ferrand: International Competition 2026

Fri, 8 May 2026

The Garden Cinema

Film

Screening of the Clermont-Ferrand International Competition 2026 at The Garden Cinema. This program showcases award‑quality short films in a competitive lineup, traveling from the famed festival to a London indie venue. A chance to discover bold new voices and compact, powerful storytelling in a welcoming cinema setting.

Argentine season launch: Live music + Wild Tales

Fri, 8 May 2026

The Garden Cinema

Film

Kick off The Garden Cinema's Argentine season with a screening of Wild Tales, paired with live music. An intimate indie-cinema experience that fuses gripping Argentine storytelling with a live score, offering a memorable evening of film and performance in a cozy, art-focused venue.

The Godfather Part II on 35mm - Intro by Asif Kapadia

Fri, 8 May 2026 at 20:00

Rio Cinema

Film

Rio Forever presents a rare 35mm screening of The Godfather Part II, introduced by Oscar-winning director Asif Kapadia at Rio Cinema. A must-see archival treat in Hackney, capturing one of cinema's most acclaimed sequels in pristine print.

Nia Archives @ Hackney Church

Fri, 8 May 2026 at 20:00

Hackney Church

Music

Nia Archives delivers a high-energy electronic DJ set at Hackney Church in London, turning a historic church into a pulsing venue for jungle-inspired bass and club-ready grooves. Expect immersive, late-evening energy and a vibrant London crowd inside a sacred space.

Incognito @ Royal Festival Hall

Fri, 8 May 2026 at 20:30

Royal Festival Hall

Music

Incognito brings their signature soul-funk sound to London's Royal Festival Hall. Expect polished grooves, punchy horns, and timeless hits delivered in a world-class, acoustically rich concert hall.

Fabric London: Joss, Darius Syrossian, Kellie Allen, Ruze & Philip George

Sat, 9 May 2026

fabric

Music

Fabric London hosts an all-night electronic music party featuring Joss, Darius Syrossian, Kellie Allen, Ruze, and Philip George. The late-night lineup promises high-energy techno and house vibes inside the iconic venue, running 23:00–06:00.

Dunedin Consort with John Butt at Wigmore Hall

Fri, 8 May 2026 at 20:30

Wigmore Hall, W1U

Music

The Dunedin Consort, directed by John Butt, performing a Baroque program featuring countertenor Alexander Chance and organist Stephen Farr at Wigmore Hall, London. An intimate, intellectually engaging concert showcasing choral-orchestral repertoire.

Peter Bjorn and John @ Electric Ballroom

Fri, 8 May 2026 at 20:00

Electric Ballroom

Music

Swedish indie-pop trio Peter Bjorn and John headline London’s Electric Ballroom. Expect jangly guitars, catchy hooks, and driving melodies from hits like Young Folks, performed in an intimate, brick-walled venue. A high-energy evening of modern indie rock suitable for fans of melodic pop.

Buika @ indigo at The O2

Fri, 8 May 2026 at 20:00

indigo at The O2

Music

Buika performs at indigo at The O2 in London, delivering her signature blend of soulful world music and Latin-infused vocals. The intimate venue inside the O2 promises a vibrant, high-energy evening of captivating rhythms and powerful storytelling.

For Crying Out Loud!

Fri, 8 May 2026 at 12:00

Wigmore Hall, W1U

Music

An intimate morning classical recital at London's Wigmore Hall titled 'For Crying Out Loud!'. Expect evocative selections performed by acclaimed musicians in the storied, acoustically renowned venue, delivering refined artistry and a memorable concert experience.

The International Booker Prize Tenth Anniversary

Fri, 8 May 2026 at 20:30

Queen Elizabeth Hall

Literature

Celebrates a decade of the International Booker Prize with a night at Queen Elizabeth Hall featuring a discussion on the prize’s impact on global fiction. Attendees can expect insights from leading authors and critics, plus a sense of London’s vibrant literary scene at Southbank Centre.

Jasper Tygner

Fri, 8 May 2026 at 13:00

Institute of Contemporary Arts

Music

Live set by North London–based artist and producer Jasper Tygner at the Institute of Contemporary Arts (ICA). He performs material from his debut album Blue, with collaborators Art School Girlfriend, Kaeto and holybones, blending intimate indie textures with experimental production in a contemporary venue.

1tbsp: 4 fridays at Phonox (opening party)

Fri, 8 May 2026 at 23:00

Phonox

Nightlife

Opening party for 1tbsp's '4 Fridays at Phonox' series at Brixton's Phonox. A high-energy electronic club night on a renowned dancefloor with punchy beats, immersive sound, and a crowd ready to kick off a month of Friday nights.

Joep Beving @ Soho Theatre

Fri, 8 May 2026 at 20:00

Bush Theatre

Music

Joep Beving performs a solo contemporary classical piano recital at Soho Theatre in London, with Michael A. Muller. An intimate, minimalist program in a renowned theatre, offering immersive, meditative piano works in a refined concert setting.

Masterpieces of Spanish art

Fri, 8 May 2026 · All day

The National Gallery

Art

Explore Masterpieces of Spanish Art at the National Gallery with an exclusive members-only tour. This exhibition-focused event offers guided insights into iconic Spanish paintings in a world-class gallery setting.

International Stand Up Comedy, Covent Garden

Fri, 8 May 2026 at 21:30

Soho Comedy At 7 Dials

Comedy

International stand-up night at Soho Comedy At 7 Dials in Covent Garden. A lively showcase featuring award-winning comedians and TV stars from around the world, delivering sharp humor in a buzzing London venue.

Siren Songs and Serenades: LMP with Ben Goldscheider

Fri, 8 May 2026 at 20:30

St Martin-in-the-Fields

Music

London Mozart Players present Siren Songs and Serenades featuring Ben Goldscheider on horn at St Martin-in-the-Fields. A refined program of lyrical serenades and evocative melodies in a historic central-London venue. An intimate classical concert blending virtuoso performance with a church acoustic.

The Big Push at O2 Academy Brixton

Fri, 8 May 2026 at 20:00

O2 Academy Brixton

Music

Live music show by The Big Push at London's O2 Academy Brixton. A high-energy rock gig in a storied brick-walled venue, delivering punchy guitars and crowd-pleasing riffs in Brixton.

The Best in Stand Up

Fri, 8 May 2026 at 20:30

The Comedy Store

Comedy

Stand-up night featuring MC Stephen Grant and acts Andy Askins, Michael Odewale, Dane Buckley, and Lily Phillips at The Comedy Store in London.

Bruce Foxton + Chris Difford

Fri, 8 May 2026 at 20:30

Cadogan Hall

Music

Bruce Foxton + Chris Difford bring iconic basslines and jangly guitars to Cadogan Hall, weaving stories from The Jam and Squeeze into a warm, intimate London show that feels like a rare, personal jam session.

Mini Genius Lab: Cool Science Experiments for Kids

Fri, 8 May 2026 at 16:30

Glaziers Hall

Family

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