What's On in London

London hosts thousands of exciting theatre, music, dance, cinema, art events and special activities. Browse the recommendations and ideas below or use the search tool opposite to access our comprehensive What's On in London listings. You can also book event tickets online easily and securely.

Cat on a Hot Tin Roof
Tennessee Williams' classic on stage in London. From 21 Nov

Get festive at The O2 Christmas Fair this winter

The O2 Christmas Fair
Get into the Christmas spirit at The O2 this winter. 21 Nov-3 Jan

Aditi Mangaldas, Svapnagata, Sadler's Wells, London. Photo credit Dinesh Khanna

Svapnagata
A new festival of Indian music and dance in London. 16-28 Nov

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What's On in London - Highlights

With so much going on in London, it can be difficult to choose! Below you'll find highlights covering what on in London this week and future events in London's theatres, art exhibition spaces, dance venues, concert halls, music venues, opera houses and more. We also offer secure London events ticket booking.

Christmas in London 2009
Your guide to enjoying Christmas in the capital

London's Christmas Carol
Disney's latest 3D blockbuster movie is set in London

Peter Pan at the O2
Peter Pan flies into London's O2 this Christmas. 1 Dec-10 Jan

Barclays ATP World Tour Finals
Top tennis stars head to London for the season finale. 22-29 Nov

Henry VIII in London
Celebrate 500 years since Henry VIII was crowned King in London

Winter Wonderland
Christmas markets, ice skating and more at Hyde Park. From 21 Nov

Les Patineurs/Beatrix Potter
Two family-friendly shows from the Royal Ballet. 14 Dec-13 Jan

Breakfast at Tiffany’s
See Anna Friel live on stage in London's West End. Until 9 Jan

The Sacred Made Real
17th-century Spanish art at the National Gallery. Until 24 Jan

Duke Bluebeard's Castle
Exciting double bill of opera and dance in London. Until 28 Nov

Points of View
Photography through the ages at the British Library. Until 7 Mar

Jeff Dunham at The O2
America's most popular ventriloquist comes to The O2. 24 Apr

Identity
A free exhibition at the Wellcome Collection. 26 Nov-11 Apr

Nation
Terry Pratchett adaptation at the National Theatre. 11 Nov-21 Feb

Legally Blonde The Musical
Starring Sheridan Smith and Duncan James. Previews from 5 Dec

Oliver!
Pick a pocket and book tickets to Oliver today. Until Feb 2010

New Year's in London 09-10
Celebrate the arrival of 2010 in London with fireworks and more!

Mrs Klein
Psychoanalysis comes to London's Almeida Theatre. Ends 5 Dec

Ministry of Sound Live 09
Huge New Year's Eve party at The O2 with Calvin Harris. 31 Dec

The London Boat Show
Come and experience the joys of boating! 8-17 Jan

Lady Gaga
Pop diva Lady Gaga's only London tour dates. 26-27 Feb

Xfm's Winter Wonderland
A great indie line-up including Razorlight. 16 Dec

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What's On in London - Features

Find out more about what's on in London's unique attraction and event spaces by checking out our What's On in London features. Below you can read about unusual cinemas, book London event tickets and London theatre breaks, find out about venue accessibility and more.

Film Festivals in London
London is home to some of the world's top film festivals

Top 10 Art Exhibitions
Our pick of the best London exhibitions

Late Night Culture
Many of London's museums and galleries are open in the evening

Top 10 Musicals
Experience the magic of a West End musical in London

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