Professional & Networking Events in London

Retail Technology Show

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 · All day

ExCeL London

Tech

The Retail Technology Show at ExCeL London showcases cutting-edge retail tech, with industry insights, live demos, and networking across a sprawling multi-hall venue.

SCALE – The Entrepreneurs Expo & Summit

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 at 10:00

Business Design Centre

Conference

SCALE brings together the UK's ambitious founders and business leaders for growth strategies, practical insights, and powerful connections. At the Business Design Centre, expect 4,000+ attendees, exhibitors, and sessions designed to accelerate traction.

Data Decoded LDN

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 at 10:00

Olympia London

Tech

Data Decoded London at Olympia London is a data-focused conference exploring analytics, AI, and data strategy through expert talks, case studies, and panels at a premier West London venue.

Nature in the Collection Tour

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 · All day

Dulwich Picture Gallery

Art

Join the Head of Collection and the Head Gardener for a guided tour at Dulwich Picture Gallery, exploring how nature informs the collection. Discover nature-inspired artworks, behind-the-scenes insights, and the gallery’s approach to nature in a thoughtful, informative session. Free for Friends Circle members.

Ruiyang Leon Chen piano recital

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 at 14:00

Wigmore Hall, W1U

Music

Ruiyang Leon Chen steps onto the Wigmore Hall stage for a solo piano recital. Expect intimate, refined performances of classical repertoire, delivered with lyrical clarity and impressive technique in the renowned acoustic space of London’s prestigious venue.

Agentic AI-MeetUp London #7 Wednesday 22nd April

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 at 17:30

Olympia London

Tech

London Agentic AI Meet-Up #7 at Olympia London brings together AI enthusiasts for a concise evening of talks and networking. Hosted by Data Decoded, this tech meetup features guest speakers from Deliveroo, V7 Labs, Zopa and Zilch, exploring the latest in agentic AI and practical industry insights.

Freedom Ship: A Conversation with Marcus Rediker

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 at 18:00

University College London (UCL)

Lecture

A scholarly conversation with historian Marcus Rediker on the Freedom Ship concept, its historical context in maritime abolition, and possible futures, hosted by UCL's Institute of Advanced Studies.

David Attenborough Award and Lecture: The battle for reality

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 at 19:00

The Royal Society

Lecture

Join the Royal Society for the David Attenborough Award and Lecture: The battle for reality, a rigorous science lecture exploring how media and perception shape our grasp of scientific truth, featuring expert speakers and live discussion.

Global ideas for global challenges: a panel in honour of Nick Stern

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 at 19:30

London School Of Economics

Conference

Join a high-level panel at the London School of Economics exploring global challenges and policy responses, honouring Sir Nick Stern's influential climate-economics work. Academics and policymakers discuss pathways to sustainable development in this timely, university-led event.

Paul Merton & Suki Webster's Improv Show

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 at 20:30

The Comedy Store

Comedy

Paul Merton and Suki Webster bring their sharp improv to The Comedy Store in London for a night of fast-paced scenes, audience-driven games, and quick-witted banter. Expect high-energy, collaborative scenes from two seasoned improv veterans in a classic club show.

Emma Smith Sings the Cole Porter Songbook

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 at 21:00

Ronnie Scott's Jazz Club

Music

Emma Smith performs a Cole Porter songbook at Ronnie Scott's Jazz Club in London, delivering intimate torch songs and swinging standards in one of the city's most iconic jazz venues.

Tobias Meinhart Quartet

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 at 21:00

Ronnie Scott's Jazz Club

Music

Experience an intimate evening of contemporary jazz as Tobias Meinhart leads his quartet at Ronnie Scott's, London's legendary jazz club. Expect tight ensemble work, inventive improvisation, and soulful melodies in a warm, atmospheric room that’s a rite of passage for jazz lovers.

Contemporary Soul Frontrunner: Son Little

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 at 21:00

The Jazz Cafe

Music

Son Little ignites London's Jazz Café with contemporary soul, his rasping voice and smoky guitar weaving through brick-walled intimacy as the crowd leans in for late-night, heart-pounding warmth.

App Promotion Summit London

Thu, 23 Apr 2026

The Brewery, London

Conference

App Promotion Summit London brings together app marketing leaders to share growth, retention, and revenue strategies with networking and expert insights.

Customer Loyalty & Retention Conference

Thu, 23 Apr 2026

One Great George Street, London

Conference

Customer Loyalty & Retention Conference at One Great George Street brings industry leaders together to explore AI-driven personalization, retention strategies, and data insights that elevate customer journeys.

Cook with the Seasons April (Thursday)

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 at 11:00

Garden Museum

Food

Join Food Educator Ceri at the Garden Museum for a hands-on cooking class exploring seasonal ingredients. Learn practical techniques for cooking with what's fresh in spring and discover flavour pairings inspired by the seasons, on Thursday 23 April at 10:00.

Veronica Ryan in Conversation

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 · All day

Whitechapel Gallery

Art

Veronica Ryan sits down for an in-depth conversation at Whitechapel Gallery, exploring her contemporary sculpture practice and recent commissions. This artist-talk offers insight into her process and the gallery program in east London.

Jeffrey Boakye: Musical World

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 at 12:00

Alexandra Palace

Literature

Jeffrey Boakye discusses his work 'Musical World' in an author-talk at the North London Book Festival, held at Alexandra Palace. A lively, thoughtful exploration of music, culture, and storytelling in a grand historic venue that fans and readers won't want to miss.

Radical Heritage Science

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 at 18:30

University College London (UCL)

Lecture

An academic lecture at UCL examining radical approaches in heritage science and how innovative ideas and methods can deliver social good. This talk surveys new tools for conservation, digital heritage, and community engagement, highlighting implications for policy and practice.

IAS Book Launch: Edith Wharton and German Culture

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 at 19:00

University College London (UCL)

Literature

Join the Institute of Advanced Studies at UCL for the launch of a new book, Edith Wharton and German Culture. The event surveys cross-Atlantic literary exchanges, with scholarly talks and a Q&A session exploring Wharton’s reception in Germany. An engaging evening for literature lovers and researchers.

Bookbinding: 10 projects for beginners

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 at 19:00

City Lit

Workshop

City Lit presents an introductory bookbinding workshop for beginners, with graded projects that teach stitches, folding, gluing, and cover design. Participants finish with several handmade books and new practical skill.

Jack Savoretti at Royal Albert Hall

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 at 19:45

Royal Albert Hall

Music

Jack Savoretti at Royal Albert Hall, London—an intimate-feeling set in the iconic, gilded auditorium where soulful ballads meet sweeping anthems, and his storytelling fills every corner.

A Family Matter: Claire Lynch in conversation with Sara Pascoe

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 at 20:00

Foyles

Literature

At Foyles, join Claire Lynch in conversation with Sara Pascoe for an intimate discussion around A Family Matter, exploring themes of family, identity, and storytelling in a lively bookstore setting.

Little Griefs book launch

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 at 20:00

The Poetry Society

Literature

Join The Poetry Society for the launch of Little Griefs, a new poetry collection. An intimate evening of readings and reflections on grief, with live performance and conversation in a classic London venue.

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