Event

3 June 2012

Various venues [map]

Celebrate The Queen's Diamond Jubilee in London with your neighbours by hosting a Big Jubilee Lunch. 3 Jun

1 October 2012 to 31 October 2012

Various venues [map]

Celebrate Black History Month in London with an exciting programme of music, talks, films exhibitions and more. 1-31 Oct

5 November 2012 to 6 November 2012

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Remember, remember the fifth of November... Celebrate Bonfire Night at a London fireworks display. On and around 5 Nov

31 March 2012 to 31 August 2012

Victoria and Albert Museum SW7 2RL[map]

The V&A celebrates the best of British art and design since London last held the Olympic Games, in 1948. 1 Mar-31 Aug

5 April 2012 to 6 April 2012

Electric Brixton SW2 1RJ[map]

Carl Cox returns to the capital this Easter for his only London club shows of 2012. Not to be missed! 5-6 Apr

Recurring event

Buckingham Palace SW1A 1AA[map]

For a fantastic, free display of British pomp and ceremony, watch the Changing the Guard ceremony outside Buckingham Palace

25 December 2012

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Christmas in London is a special time of winter cheer. See the lights, hear the carols and exchange gifts. 25 Dec

5 January 2012 to 16 February 2012

Royal Albert Hall SW7 2AP[map]

Cirque du Soleil returns to the Royal Albert Hall with jaw-dropping acrobatics and special effects. Until 16 Feb

15 August 2009 to 29 December 2012

O2 Academy Islington N1 0PS[map]

Beer, dressing up and plenty of cheese at this fun pop night in London. Strictly no trendy music! Saturdays

1 January 2010 to 30 June 2012

Bromley-by-Bow Station E3 3BT[map]

Take a fascinating walking tour of London's 2012 Olympic Games venues with a professional Blue Badge Guide

4 April 2012 to 9 September 2012

Tate Modern SE1 9TG[map]

See more than 70 iconic works by celebrated contemporary artist Damien Hirst at London's Tate Modern. 5 Apr-9 Sep

5 June 2012

St Paul's Cathedral EC4M 8AD[map]

Take to the streets to watch The Queen's Diamond Jubilee carriage procession to St Paul's Cathedral. 5 Jun

4 June 2012

Buckingham Palace SW1A 1AA[map]

A concert featuring British and Commonwealth artists at Buckingham Palace to mark the Diamond Jubilee. 4 Jun

1 August 2012 to 30 September 2012

Buckingham Palace SW1A 1AA[map]

Admire diamonds worn by British monarchs in Diamonds: A Jubilee Celebration at Buckingham Palace . 1 Aug-30 Sep

1 January 2012 to 28 February 2012

BFI Southbank SE1 8XT[map]

A season of TV and film adaptations of the great novelist's work. 1 Jan-28 Feb

November 2012
(exact dates to be confirmed)

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Celebrate the Festival of Lights at one of London's fantastic Diwali events, including Diwali on Trafalgar Square. 13 Nov

6 April 2012 to 8 April 2012

Various venues [map]

Easter fun for all the family in London including Easter egg hunts and special offers. 6-8 Apr