Artsy & Creative Events in London

Miriam Margolyes' Full English - LIVE

Wed, 21 Oct 2026 at 20:30

The London Palladium

Theater

At the storied London Palladium, Miriam Margolyes brings Full English - LIVE to dazzling life, a theatre solo bursting with sharp wit, warm storytelling, and fearless vanity as she dissects food, life, and identity with fearless charm.

Cinematic Jazz Maestros: The Kilimanjaro Darkjazz Ensemble

Fri, 23 Oct 2026 at 21:00

The Jazz Cafe

Music

Cinematic Jazz Maestros: Kilimanjaro Darkjazz Ensemble at the Jazz Cafe in London crafts a moody fusion of noir ambience, heavy drums, and lush textures for an intimate, cinematic live experience.

A Night at the Opera by Candlelight

Wed, 28 Oct 2026 at 19:30

Cadogan Hall

Music

A candlelit evening of operatic favorites performed by London Concertante at Cadogan Hall. Expect refined classical tones and soaring arias brought to life in an intimate, candlelit setting that elevates the concert experience.

Charlie Mackesy: The Boy, the Fox, the Mole, the Horse... And You

Tue, 3 Nov 2026 · All day

Dulwich Picture Gallery

Art

Explore Charlie Mackesy's magical drawings in a dedicated one-room exhibition at Dulwich Picture Gallery. This intimate display brings together iconic scenes from his books and invites reflection on kindness and courage, included with standard gallery admission.

Queer Diary: Zine-Making Evening

Thu, 5 Nov 2026 at 18:00

London LGBTQ+ Community Centre

Art

Join the Queer Diary team for an evening of nostalgia and hands-on crafting at the London LGBTQ+ Community Centre. Create your own personal zine—collage, letters, drawings, and a coming-of-age theme—while a friendly queer crowd shares a throwback soundtrack. No prior experience needed; all supplies provided.

Tango After Dark

Thu, 5 Nov 2026 · Time TBD

Sadler's Wells Theatre

Theater

Step into the Buenos Aires nightlife on stage at Sadler’s Wells as sultry tango ignites the theatre with passion, drama and precision. A vivid dance-theatre showcase that blends intimate storytelling with high-energy tango performances and moody lighting.

UK’s Finest Collective: Sol & The Gang

Fri, 6 Nov 2026 at 20:00

The Jazz Cafe

Music

UK's Finest Collective: Sol & The Gang perform at Jazz Cafe, delivering fearless jazz-funk-soul fusion in an intimate London club setting.

UK’s Finest Collective: Sol & The Gang

Sat, 7 Nov 2026 at 20:00

The Jazz Cafe

Music

Sol & The Gang light up Jazz Café London, a joyous showcase of bold funk, sly soul and brass-forward grooves from a standout UK collective in an intimate club setting.

The Land Carries

Sat, 7 Nov 2026 · Time TBD

University College London (UCL)

Art

Explore landscape, memory, and material traces in a major UCL Museums and Collections exhibition. The Land Carries runs from 7 November 2026 to 16 May 2027, presenting works across sculpture, photography, and installation media in the university’s museum spaces.

Fused Glass Christmas Decorations Workshop

Sun, 8 Nov 2026 at 10:00

Craft Courses London

Workshop

Join a 6.5-hour fused glass workshop in London to craft festive Christmas decorations. Held at Rainbow Glass Studios, the course guides you through glass fusing techniques and decorative design with expert instruction in a friendly studio setting.

Liza Sings Streisand

Tue, 10 Nov 2026 at 19:30

St Martin-in-the-Fields

Music

An intimate evening of Barbra Streisand classics performed by Liza at the historic St Martin-in-the-Fields. The concert blends soulful vocal delivery with the church’s warm acoustics, delivering Broadway standards and beloved torch songs in a refined, professional setting.

Hans Zimmer: Best of Film Favourites Illuminated at St Pauls Cathedral

Tue, 10 Nov 2026 · Time TBD

St Paul's Cathedral, London

Music

Experience the best of Hans Zimmer’s film scores performed live in the awe-inspiring St Paul’s Cathedral. This illuminated concert blends cinematic favorites with the cathedral’s stunning acoustics for a dramatic, immersive night of orchestral music in London. A grand treat for film-score fans seeking a memorable, atmospheric concert experience.

Horse Lords

Wed, 11 Nov 2026 at 19:30

Institute of Contemporary Arts

Music

Horse Lords deliver an immersive, boundary-pushing live set at the ICA, blending intricate rhythms, noise textures, and leftfield rock. This London date showcases their experimental edge in a cutting-edge contemporary space, promising an intense and adventurous listening experience.

Vanessa Bell & Duncan Grant

Thu, 12 Nov 2026 · All day

Tate Britain

Art

Vanessa Bell & Duncan Grant spark Tate Britain with a Bloomsbury duet show, a vivid exploration of color, pattern, and intimate dialogue between two artists from the famed group.

London Jazz Festival 2026

Fri, 13 Nov 2026

Various venues, London

Music

EFG London Jazz Festival 2026 is a city-wide celebration of jazz across 60+ venues in London, featuring international artists in jazz, soul, and world music. Spanning Nov 13-22, the festival brings high-profile concerts and intimate gigs to major venues across the capital.

Christmas at Kew light trail

Fri, 13 Nov 2026 · All day

Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew

Festival

Experience the Christmas at Kew light trail—an enchanting illuminated journey through the Royal Botanic Gardens with music, light and magic.

The Jungle Book

Fri, 13 Nov 2026 · Time TBD

Olivier Theatre (National Theatre)

Theater

Experience a stage adaptation of The Jungle Book at the Olivier Theatre, directed by Indhu Rubasingham. A transformative production with immersive design and live storytelling that brings the timeless tale of family, courage and loyalty to audiences of all ages.

The New Black Film Collective: DSA Screenings

Mon, 16 Nov 2026 at 18:30

RSA (Royal Society of Arts)

Film

Experience a curated evening of contemporary Black cinema as The New Black Film Collective presents DSA Screenings at the Royal Society of Arts in central London. An engaging program with introductions and audience discussion.

Architects of Atmosphere: Rymden

Wed, 18 Nov 2026 at 20:00

The Jazz Cafe

Music

Architects of Atmosphere: Rymden brings a hypnotic blend of jazz and Scandinavian electronica to the Jazz Cafe, London, where luminous riffs meet intimate club energy in a late-night sonic voyage.

Branford Marsalis and Dianne Reeves Celebrate John Coltrane

Sat, 21 Nov 2026 at 09:00

Olympia London

Music

Jazz icons Branford Marsalis and Dianne Reeves perform a tribute to John Coltrane at Olympia London. The concert celebrates Coltrane's legacy with masterful saxophone and vocal performances in an iconic London venue. A must-see evening for jazz fans.

Tara Clerkin Trio

Sat, 21 Nov 2026 at 12:00

Institute of Contemporary Arts

Music

The Tara Clerkin Trio returns for a two-night residency at the Institute of Contemporary Arts (ICA) in London, marrying intimate jazz lyricism with bold improvisation in a cutting-edge arts setting. Expect dynamic interplay, evocative melodies, and a lively, sophisticated listening vibe in a venue renowned for contemporary programming.

Enamelled Christmas Tree Decorations

Sun, 22 Nov 2026 at 10:00

Craft Courses London

Workshop

Join a 6-hour enamelled Christmas tree decorations workshop for beginners at Craft Courses London. Learn enamel techniques to craft festive tree ornaments in a friendly, hands-on session in central London.

Hyakkō: 100+ Makers from Japan

Thu, 3 Dec 2026 · All day

The Kensington

Art

Hyakkō lands in Kensington, a vibrant celebration of contemporary Japanese craft, where clay, glass, wood, leather, metal and bamboo converge in a living mosaic from 120+ artists, craftspeople and designers, in a Kensington gallery glowing with warm spotlights and tactile install

Hare Sculpture Workshop with Jo Garden Art

Fri, 25 Dec 2026 at 10:00

Craft Courses London

Workshop

Spend a day sculpting a hare with Jo Garden Art at Craft Courses London near Diss on the Norfolk-Suffolk border. This one-day workshop covers fundamental sculpting techniques and materials, ideal for beginners and hobbyists seeking a creative, hands-on experience.

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