Festive Events & Celebrations in London

Soul Town Festival 2026

Sat, 5 Sept 2026 · All day

Croydon Road Recreation Ground

Festival

Soul Town Festival 2026 brings global Soul, Motown, disco, funk and house acts to Croydon Road Recreation Ground on September 5, 2026.

The Signatures Northern Soul Band

Sat, 5 Sept 2026 at 20:30

The Lexington

Music

The Signatures Northern Soul Band delivers a nostalgic, high-energy Northern Soul night at The Harlington in London. Expect soulful vocals, irresistible grooves, and classic dancefloor favorites that keep the venue buzzing.

Lucinda Williams

Sat, 5 Sept 2026 at 20:30

Cadogan Hall

Music

Lucinda Williams brings weathered Americana to Cadogan Hall in London, delivering intimate storytelling, spare guitar work, and a voice that aches with memory as the hall absorbs every note.

Michael Spicer

Sat, 5 Sept 2026 at 21:00

Comedy

Michael Spicer tours London venues from September to November 2026, delivering his razor-sharp storytelling and misdirection across multiple stages, a clever, punchy show that plays with perception.

High-Energy Afro-Rock: Osibisa

Sat, 5 Sept 2026 at 21:00

The Jazz Cafe

Music

Osibisa brings its legendary Afro-Rock fusion to The Jazz Cafe in London for an electrifying evening of funk, rock, and West African rhythms. A tight, intimate venue and high-energy grooves promise a memorable live show.

The Big Half

Sun, 6 Sept 2026 at 09:30

Tower Bridge

Sports

The Big Half is an inclusive half-marathon through four iconic London boroughs, starting at Tower Bridge and finishing near Canary Wharf, with cheering crowds and a celebration of culture, community, and fitness.

Covent Garden Antiques & Collectibles Market

Mon, 7 Sept 2026 · All day

Market

Weekly Covent Garden Antiques & Collectibles Market at Jubilee Market in Covent Garden, London. An all-day outdoor market on Mondays (5am–5pm) with professional antique dealers offering a broad array of antiques and collectibles.

ProudMinds LGBTQIA+ ADHD Meetup

Mon, 7 Sept 2026 at 19:00

London LGBTQ+ Community Centre

Community

An inclusive, relaxed meetup for LGBTQIA+ adults with ADHD at the London LGBTQ+ Community Centre. Drop in to connect, share, create, or simply be in a calm, pressure-free space where neurodivergent folks are understood and welcomed.

Urzila Carlson

Wed, 9 Sept 2026 at 21:00

Comedy

Urzila Carlson storms through London 09/09/2026-27/09/2026 across multiple venues, delivering sharp, fearless stand-up across the city's theatre and club stages.

Fatiha El-Ghorri: Cockney Stacking Doll

Thu, 10 Sept 2026 at 20:30

Hackney Empire

Comedy

Fatiha El-Ghorri brings Cockney Stacking Doll to Hackney Empire for her debut tour, delivering sharp wit and bold storytelling on London’s main stage. Fresh off Taskmaster and Mr Bigstuff buzz, she headlines a standout night of contemporary British stand-up.

CelebrASIA 2026 — Day 1

Fri, 11 Sept 2026 · All day

Battersea Power Station

Festival

CelebrASIA 2026 returns to Battersea Power Station for a three-day celebration of Southeast Asian culture, running September 11–13. Expect live performances, vibrant food stalls, crafts, and family-friendly activities across the iconic riverside venue.

Marine Leonardi: Mauvaise Graine

Sat, 12 Sept 2026

Hackney Empire

Comedy

Marine Leonardi brings Mauvaise Graine to Hackney Empire for an evening of razor-sharp wit and dark humour. This stand-up show dissects modern frustrations with fearless honesty, set in London's iconic theatre for adults seeking provocative, entertaining comedy.

Burlesque

Sat, 12 Sept 2026

The Arts at Marble Arch

Theater

Burlesque returns to The Arts at Marble Arch in London, dazzling audiences with glittering costumes, daring routines, and cabaret fire that lit the West End and keeps the crowd roaring night after night.

Bling it on! The Independent Jewellers’ Market

Sat, 12 Sept 2026 · All day

Peckham Levels

Market

Bling it on! Peckham’s Independent Jewellers’ Market sparkles with 100+ artist-made pieces you can buy directly from the makers, from bold silver to gemstone designs.

Stand-up Comedy at The London Palladium

Sat, 12 Sept 2026 at 20:30

The London Palladium

Comedy

Stand-up at the London Palladium brings razor-sharp jokes to a storied stage, with a West End vibe, glittering lights, and top comics testing fresh material.

Soul-Jazz Powerhouse: China Moses

Sat, 12 Sept 2026 at 21:00

The Jazz Cafe

Music

China Moses lights up London's Jazz Cafe with soulful, propulsive jazz; her velvet voice glides over tight groove work and a live horn section, in an intimate club setting that crackles with late-night warmth.

Rhys James

Sat, 12 Sept 2026 at 21:00

Comedy

British comedian Rhys James headlines a multi-venue stand-up tour in London, with performances at various venues from Sept 12, 2026 to Apr 23, 2027. Expect crisp observational humor, sharp timing, and intimate, club-style settings across the capital.

Independent Ceramics Market

Sun, 13 Sept 2026 · All day

Peckham Levels

Market

In Peckham, the Independent Ceramics Market brings together a buzzing community of ceramic artists and DIY potters, letting market goers browse a diverse range of handmade mugs, bowls, tiles and sculptural pieces.

CelebrASIA 2026 — Day 3

Sun, 13 Sept 2026 · All day

Battersea Power Station

Festival

CelebrASIA 2026 returns to Battersea Power Station for a three-day festival celebrating Southeast Asian culture. Day 3 offers live performances, food stalls, crafts and interactive installations in the iconic riverside venue.

LGBTQ+ Board Games Afternoon

Sun, 13 Sept 2026 at 14:30

London LGBTQ+ Community Centre

Community

A casual LGBTQ+-friendly board game afternoon at the London LGBTQ+ Community Centre. Bring your own games or enjoy those provided, with staff on hand to teach newcomers. A relaxed, sociable session featuring popular titles like Codenames and Werewolf.

Paddington The Musical

Sun, 13 Sept 2026 at 15:00

Savoy Theatre

Theater

Paddington The Musical brings Paddington Bear to life on the Savoy Theatre stage in London in a fresh, major new production. A family-friendly show filled with charm, catchy songs, and adventures that delight audiences of all ages.

Abysmal Dawn at Underworld

Sun, 13 Sept 2026 at 19:00

Camden Underworld

Music

Death metal act Abysmal Dawn performs live at London's iconic Underworld. Expect fierce riffs, brutal drums, and a thunderous headbanging night in a classic metal-DIY venue. The Camden venue's nights are renowned for crowd-driven energy and a raw, amplified roar that defines extreme metal in London.

Evanescence at The O2

Sun, 13 Sept 2026 at 20:00

The O2

Music

Evanescence performs at The O2 in London, delivering a high-energy rock concert with soaring vocals and cinematic production. Expect fan favorites like Bring Me to Life and My Immortal, plus a wall of guitars that heads straight to the crowd in this iconic London arena.

Jubilee General Market Covent Garden

Tue, 15 Sept 2026 · All day

Market

Jubilee General Market at Covent Garden runs Sep 15–18, 2026 (Tue–Fri), opening 10:30–19:00. A busy indoor market offering greeting cards, souvenirs and beauty-care goods from Jubilee Market stalls, perfect for locals and visitors seeking a lively London shopping experience.

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