London stages fantastic special events all year round. Browse the ideas and inspiration below or use the search opposite to access our comprehensive London special events listings.
London Special Events Guide
Coat and Badge Race
The world's oldest rowing race returns to London. 10 Jul
Big Lunch
The Big Lunch is on in London, and everyone's invited! 19 Jul
Serpentine Gallery Pavilion
See 2009's creation by Japanese architects SANAA. From 12 Jul
What's On Special Events Highlights
From free festivals to world-class sport, royal spectacles and exciting exhibitions, London has plenty of special events to keep you entertained. Browse the highlights of London's events calendar below, and click through for more information, videos, and to book tickets to enjoy the best entertainment London has to offer.
Top flight football at London's Wembley Stadium. 24-26 Jul
See Prince Charles and Camilla's official London pad. From 5 Aug
Visit London Zoo's new Animal Adventure exhibit. Open now
A new Medieval Gallery opens at the British Museum. Open now
The personal stories behind World War I. Ends Sep 09
Find out what's on when in London's sports calendar
BODY WORLDS exclusively at London's O2. Until 23 Aug
Enjoy fine ales and hear jazz in Greenwich this summer. 8-12 Jul
The world's oldest rowing race returns to London. 10 Jul
See 2009's creation by Japanese architects SANAA. From 12 Jul
Tropical rainforest at the Natural History Museum. From 1 May
Antony Gormley's One & Other in Trafalgar Square. Until 14 Oct
Beijing's award-winning blockbuster in London. From 29 Jul
Attention style sirens: London Fashion Weekend is back! 24-27 Sep
Buzz on down to Southbank Centre for this insect-fest! 4-6 Sep
A week of special events in London's parks. 25 Jul-2 Aug
Join the fun at the Mayor's Thames Festival in London. 12-13 Sep
Book now to see inside Buckingham Palace. 26 Jul-30 Sep
Gourmet food market returns to Covent Garden. Until 24 Sep
London's Robot Zoo interactive exhibit for all ages. 28 Mar-8 Nov
Spectacular tomb paintings at the British Museum. Ongoing
Dinosaurs come to life in London at The O2. 5-9 Aug
Arts, culture and music at the Tower of London. 9-20 Sep
Celebrate culture, art and performance in London. Jun-Sep
Exciting concerts and special events in London. Until 7 Aug
The Big Lunch is on in London, and everyone's invited! 19 Jul
Feel the East End vibe at London's Shoreditch Festival. 17-22 Jul
Come out and play at this year's Pride London parade. 4 Jul
Europe's largest free Latin American fiesta in London. 2 Aug
Buzz Aldrin and Arundhati Roy headline the festival. Until 16 Jul
Join in the fun of London's River Marathon. 5 Sep
Britain's biggest beer festival returns to Earl's Court. 4-8 Aug
Jolly good day out hosted by The Chap Magazine. 11 Jul
Burlesque and variety show at London's Roundhouse. 25 Nov-17 Jan
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