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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.


English Wine Week Preview
Sample great British wines at Vinopolis. 8-19 May

FA Cup Final
The sports event that brings the nation to a standstill. 17 May

Chelsea Flower Show
World's greatest flower show blooms in London. 20-24 May
 

What's On Special Events Highlights

 
Spring Renaissance
Flower fun and garden advice. 23 Apr-18 May
London's Burning
Discover the true story of the Great Fire of London. Ongoing
Sporting Calendar
Fantastic sports in iconic locations. Check out London's calendar
Make a Medieval Street
Make a Medieval Street at the Museum of London. 11 May
The Science of Survival
Go eco at the Science Museum's new futuristic show. 5 Apr-2 Nov
Chelsea Flower Show
World's greatest flower show blooms in London. 20-24 May
1st npower Test v New Zealand
Lord's hosts England vs New Zealand. 15-19 May
Year of the Tree Festival
Explore the trees. 24 May-28 Sep
Royal Ascot
Horseracing and style collide at London's Royal Ascot. 17-21 Jun
Wimbledon Tennis
The wonderful world of tennis descends on Wimbledon. 23 Jun-6 Jul
London Sevens
International sevens rugby at Twickenham. 24-25 May
English Wine Week Preview
Sample great British wines at Vinopolis. 8-19 May
Dolls' House Festival
London hosts the world's leading dolls' house festival. 16-18 May
Doctor Who Exhibition
Daleks, Cybermen and Ood at Earls Court. Ends 18 Sep
Midnight Ramblers
Sleepover at Kew Gardens. 5 Apr-11 Oct
For Your Eyes Only
Learn about the man behind James Bond. Ends Mar 09
Glorious Georgians
Half-Term at the Geffrye Museum. 27-30 May
FA Cup Final
The sports event that brings the nation to a standstill. 17 May
Africa Day
Join in a celebration of African culture in London on 26 May
Red Bull Flugtag
Don't miss one of London's craziest summer events. 7 June
Taste of London
More than 40 top London restaurants hit Regent's Park. 19-22 Jun
Grand Designs Live
Polish up your architectural design skills. 3-11 May
London Architecture Festival
Celebrate London's architecture and its architects. 20 Jun-20 Jul
NBA Europe Live
NBA fever hits London once again at The O2. 12 Oct
Museums & Galleries
A month of special events across London's Museums
Lucha Libre London
Mexico's Lucha Libre comes to London's Roundhouse. 4-6 July
 
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