London events guides

A small set of evergreen guides to what is on in London. Each one gathers events you can attend in person and refreshes daily, so the picks below stay current. Pick a guide to see the live listings.

Free in London Free things to do in London Events with no door charge, on across the city. This weekend Things to do this weekend in London Plans for the coming Saturday and Sunday. Under GBP20 Cheap date ideas in London Affordable nights out, with entry under twenty pounds. Indoors Indoor things to do in London Exhibitions, theatre, comedy, talks and art. Free museums Free museums in London Free exhibitions and art events at London museums and galleries this week, all in person. Every listing shows its price, so free entry is easy to spot. Nightlife Club Nights in London The best club nights in London this week, from intimate basement rooms to proper big-room techno. Find what's on tonight. Updated daily. Central London Things to Do in Central London Events, shows, and nights out in central London this week. West End theatre, live music, comedy, food and more. Updated daily. Live Music Jazz Nights in London Where to find live jazz in London, from Soho basements to South Bank venues. What to expect, which areas to head to, and how to pick a night. Updated daily. City of London Events at and Around the Gherkin, London Tours, talks, and open days in and around the Gherkin and the Square Mile. Find what's on this week. Updated daily. Rooftop Bars Rooftop Bars in London: Terraces and Skyline Views Rooftop bars and terraces across London with events on this week, from skyline cocktail spots to open-air DJ sessions. Updated daily. Comedy Nights Stand-Up Comedy in London The best stand-up comedy nights in London this week, from big rooms to sweaty basements. Live listings updated daily. Updated daily. Live music Live Music Pubs in London The best pubs with live music in London, from folk sessions in Islington to blues and rock in Brixton. Real listings, updated daily. Sports bars The Best Sports Bars in London The best sports bars in London for watching live football and sport on big screens. Where to watch football across the city, by area. A pub and fan-zone guide. Food markets The Best Food Markets in London The best food markets in London, from Borough and Maltby Street to Brixton and Broadway Market. Where to go, what to expect, and how to plan a visit. Exhibitions Exhibitions in London Exhibitions in London this week, from major museum shows to independent gallery openings. What is on, where to find it, and how to plan a visit. Walking tours Walking Tours in London Walking tours in London, from history and architecture walks to street art, food, and ghost tours. What to expect and how to choose a tour. West End West End Shows and Theatre in London West End shows and theatre in London: musicals, plays, and where to find tickets. What is on, how to book, and tips for cheaper seats. Comedy clubs Comedy Clubs in London Comedy clubs in London, from the big-name rooms in the West End to pub back rooms and new-material nights. What is on and how to plan a night out. Art galleries Art Galleries in London Art galleries in London, from the national museums to free commercial and independent spaces. Where to go, what is on, and how to plan a visit. Street food Street Food in London Street food in London, from market stalls and food halls to night markets and pop-ups. Where to eat, what to expect, and how to plan a visit. Festivals Festivals in London Festivals in London, from music and food festivals to film, arts, and neighbourhood celebrations. What is on across the city and how to plan a visit. Tours Tours in London Tours in London, from boat and bus tours to food, history, and behind-the-scenes venue tours. What kinds there are and how to choose and book one. Live music Live Music in London Live music in London this week, from arena headliners and club gigs to pub bands and acoustic sets. What is on, where to find it, and how to plan a night. Nightlife Nightlife in London London nightlife this week, from clubs and late bars to parties, DJ sets, and live nights. Where to go, what is on, and how to plan a night out. Family days out Family Days Out in London Family days out in London this week, from museums and parks to shows, workshops, and free activities. Where to take the kids and how to plan a day. Workshops Workshops in London Workshops in London this week, from pottery and life drawing to cooking, crafts, writing, and more. What is on, how to choose one, and how to book. Dance Dance in London Dance in London this week, from ballet and contemporary shows to dance classes and socials. What is on, where to find it, and how to take part. Tonight Things to Do in London Tonight Things to do in London tonight, all in person. Gigs, comedy, theatre, late gallery openings and club nights, with the time and venue on every listing. Today Things to Do in London Today Things to do in London today, all in person. Markets, exhibitions, daytime events and evening shows, with the time and venue on every listing. Talks and lectures Talks and Lectures in London Talks and lectures in London this week, all in person. Author events, science and history lectures, panels and debates, with the date and venue on every listing. Soho, London Soho London: Nights Out, Events & Things to Do What's on in Soho, London this week: nightlife, comedy, live music, theatre and more. Browse events happening near you. Updated daily. Bottomless Brunch Bottomless Brunch in London Bottomless brunch in London with sittings on this week, from prosecco terraces to bottomless cocktail parties. Every listing shows its price. Updated daily. Sing your heart out Karaoke Bars in London Private booths, big-screen bars and late-night sing-alongs across London. Find karaoke nights near you tonight or this week. Updated daily. Mini-golf, done properly Crazy Golf in London: Best Mini-Golf Nights Out London's best crazy golf venues for a night out, from neon underground courses to rooftop rounds with cocktails. Updated daily. Area guide Tulse Hill, London: What's On and Where to Go What's on in Tulse Hill right now, from live music nights to markets and local pubs. Real listings, no guesswork. Updated daily. Festive markets London Christmas Markets Where to find London's best Christmas markets this year, from South Bank stalls to Victorian Christmas fairs. Updated daily. Pub sport, no membership needed Darts Nights in London Where to find a darts oche in London tonight, from pub leagues to walk-up boards you can just turn up and play. Updated daily. NW London guide Kensal, London: Things to Do and What's On Kensal, London: canalside pubs, Kensal Green Cemetery tours, live music at Paradise and independent restaurants on Chamberlayne Road. Updated daily. Area guide Things to Do in Shepherd's Bush, London What's on in Shepherd's Bush this week: gigs, comedy, markets and more around the Green, Westfield and Uxbridge Road. Updated daily. Trivia & quiz nights Best Pub Quiz Nights in London Find London's best pub quiz nights this week, from local boozers to themed trivia. Filter by area and pick your night. Updated daily. Rooftop Nights Rooftop Bars Near London Bridge: Where to Drink with a View The best rooftop bars near London Bridge, from riverside terraces to high-rise views over the Thames. Events and nights out, updated daily. South London local Things to Do in Tulse Hill, London Events and things to do in Tulse Hill, SE24. Live music, local nights, and south London happenings near Brockwell Park. Updated daily. Food & Dining Best Restaurants in London: Food Events Worth Booking London's best food experiences go beyond fixed menus. Find pop-up dinners, supper clubs, chef's tables and tasting events happening this week. Updated daily. SW1 & Beyond Things to Do in London Victoria From Tate Britain to West End theatre, Victoria packs serious culture into a compact corner of SW1. Find events happening this week. Updated daily. Kensal Rise & Kensal Green Things to Do in Kensal, London Things to do in Kensal, London: live music, local nights out, and events in Kensal Rise and Kensal Green. Updated daily. West London Things to Do in Shepherd's Bush, London Shepherd's Bush has a proper music venue, a serious theatre, a weekend market, and a green that actually gets used. Find events happening this week. Updated daily. West London nights out Events in Shepherd's Bush, London Live music, comedy, and late nights in Shepherd's Bush. From the Empire to the Bush Theatre and beyond. Updated daily. Stand-up & live comedy Comedy Nights in London Find comedy nights in London this week, from big rooms in Soho to basement gigs in Bethnal Green. Listings updated daily. Bloomsbury's main square Things to Do at the Brunswick Centre, London Events, food, and things to do at the Brunswick Centre in Bloomsbury. Independent cinema, restaurants, and a cultural neighbourhood on your doorstep. Updated daily. South Kensington Natural History Museum London: Exhibitions and Events Natural History Museum London exhibitions, talks and events. Free entry to the permanent collection, paid special shows. Updated daily. Explore London Places to Visit in London The best places to visit in London this week: galleries, exhibitions, cultural venues and more. Curated for curious locals and visitors. Updated daily. West London Things to Do in Perivale, London Things to do in Perivale, London. Discover local events, family activities, and what's on near this quiet West London neighbourhood. Updated daily. Talks & Events Events at IET London Savoy Place Find talks, lectures and live events at IET London Savoy Place on the Embankment. From engineering debates to public lectures. Updated daily. West End guide Apollo Theatre London: What to See and When A local's guide to the Apollo Theatre on Shaftesbury Avenue: what to expect, how to plan your visit, and what else is on nearby. Updated daily. Theatre London Theatre Shows: A Guide to What's On West End hits, fringe finds, and everything between. How to pick a London theatre show and where to look. Updated daily. Nightlife guide Best Clubs in London Where London's club nights actually happen this week, area by area, from Dalston warehouses to Soho basements. Updated daily. Dalston stage Arcola Theatre London: What's On and How to Pick a Show Guide to Arcola Theatre in Dalston: what kind of theatre it does, how to choose a show, what to expect. Updated daily. South London guide Things to Do in Peckham, London Peckham nights out: rooftop bars, warehouse venues and live music in south London. What's on this week. Updated daily. London, sorted Fun Things to Do in London Fun things to do in London this week, from live music to comedy and food events. Real listings, no filler. Updated daily. Nightlife guide Cabaret in London Where to find cabaret in London this week, from burlesque nights to variety shows in Soho and beyond. Updated daily. Area guide Things to Do on The Strand, London What's on along the Strand in London this week, from theatre to talks to riverside spots nearby. Updated daily. Group days out Experiences to Do with Friends in London Group-friendly London experiences worth booking with mates: shows, food, nights out, activities. Updated daily. South London guide Things to Do in Balham, London What's on in Balham this week: live music, comedy, food and nightlife across SW12. Updated daily. Christmas in London London Christmas Lights: Where to See Them and What Else Is On Where London's Christmas lights switch on, which streets to walk, and the events running alongside them this season. Updated daily. Christmas markets London Bridge Christmas Market: What to Know Before You Go Your guide to the London Bridge Christmas market: what's there, when to go, and how it compares to the rest of the city. Updated daily. City guide Activities in London: What to Do This Week Real things to do in London this week, sorted by area and type, so you can pick fast and go. Updated daily. Exhibition guide Titanic Exhibition London: What to Know Before You Go Planning a visit to the Titanic exhibition in London? Here's what to expect, where it runs, and what else pairs well with it. Updated daily. Eating out Places to Eat in London: Food Events and Experiences Food markets, supper clubs and tasting nights across London. Find places to eat this week, picked by area and vibe. Updated daily. Step inside the story Immersive Experiences in London Find London's best immersive experiences this week, from theatre you walk through to art you step inside. Updated daily. West End & beyond Musicals in London Find musicals on in London right now, from West End staples to smaller rooms staging something newer. Updated daily. City guide What to Do in London: The Locals' Way to Pick What to do in London this week, sorted by real events, not lists. Areas, timing, picks that update daily. Updated daily. Theatre guide Lyric Theatre London: What's On and How to Get Tickets What's on at the Lyric Theatre on Shaftesbury Avenue, plus how to pick a show and get there. Updated daily. LGBTQ+ nightlife Gay Clubs in London Where London's gay clubs and queer nights actually happen, from Soho staples to East London raves. Updated daily. West End venue guide Palace Theatre London: What's On and How to Plan Your Visit Palace Theatre London: what's on, how to pick a show, and practical tips for visiting this Cambridge Circus landmark. Updated daily. Area guide Things to Do in Kensington, London What's on in Kensington: museums, talks, exhibitions and events near South Kensington and Kensington High Street. Updated daily. London museums Best Museums in London The best museums in London right now, from major collections to small specialist shows worth the detour. Updated daily. West End theatre guide Phoenix Theatre London: What's On and How to Plan Your Visit Your guide to Phoenix Theatre in the West End: what to expect, nearby areas, and how to plan a night out. Updated daily. Stress relief, London style Rage Room London: Where to Smash Stuff This Week Find rage rooms and smash room sessions in London this week. Real listings, updated daily. Live music Open Mic Nights in London London's best open mic nights, from pub back rooms to proper stages. Where to watch, where to sign up, and what to expect. Updated daily. Area guide Things to Do in Snaresbrook, London What's on in Snaresbrook, east London, from the lake and pub walks to nearby live music and family events. Updated daily. North London guide Things to Do in West Finchley, London What's on in West Finchley and nearby North London this week, from live music to family days out. Updated daily. Area guide Things to Do in Blackheath, London What's on in Blackheath: the heath, the village, and the events worth crossing London for. Updated daily. Area guide Things to Do in Richmond, London What to do in Richmond, London: riverside walks, the park, pubs and live events near the Thames. Updated daily. Exhibitions Banksy Exhibition London: What's On This Week Find Banksy exhibitions in London this week, from immersive touring shows to gallery displays of his stencil work. Updated daily. West End Theatre Lyceum Theatre London: What to Know Before You Go Your guide to the Lyceum Theatre on Wellington Street: location, getting there, what to expect inside, and what's on this week. Updated daily. Live Music Concerts in London Find concerts in London this week, from arena tours to pub back-room gigs across Camden, Brixton and beyond. Updated daily. Food + Markets Street Food Markets in London A guide to London's best street food markets, from Borough Market to Shoreditch, King's Cross and south London. Updated daily. City of London guide Things to Do Near Temple Bar and Fleet Street, London Tours, talks and events around Temple Bar and Fleet Street, London's old legal and press quarter. Updated daily. Food guide Halal Restaurants in London Where to find halal restaurants across London, from Edgware Road grills to East London biryani spots. Updated daily. Area guide Hampstead, London: Things to Do Hampstead events this week: village galleries, heath walks, live culture near the Heath and Flask Walk. Updated daily. West End musical Wicked the Musical in London Planning to see Wicked in London? Here's what to know before you book, plus live listings for theatre nights out. Updated daily. Food guide Restaurants in Soho, London Where to eat in Soho, from quick counters to proper sit-down rooms, plus live food events happening now. Updated daily. Museum guide British Museum, London: What's On What's actually on at the British Museum right now, plus how to plan your visit around exhibitions, talks and tours. Updated daily. West End musical Matilda the Musical London Planning to see Matilda the Musical in London. What to expect, where it plays, and how to pick the right night out. Updated daily. London, close up Little London: Small-Scale Corners and Events Worth Seeking Out Skip the big-ticket crowds. Little London is a guide to the smaller streets, courtyards and events where the city feels close and knowable. Updated daily. Adult nightlife Strip Clubs in London Where London's strip clubs and adult nightlife sit, from Soho's old guard to newer members' rooms. Updated daily. West London guide Things to Do in Ealing, London What's on in Ealing this week: gigs, food, theatre and more in west London's green, film-studio borough. Updated daily. Food & drink Cool Restaurants in London The London restaurants with the atmosphere to match the food, from design-led dining rooms to unpretentious spots that just feel right. Updated daily. Dining with a skyline London Restaurants With a View London restaurants with a view: skyline rooms, riverside terraces and rooftop tables worth booking around. Updated daily. Food Breakfast in London Where to get breakfast in London this week, from fry-ups to pastries. Real listings, updated daily. Nightlife guide Cocktail Bars in London Find London's best cocktail bars, from speakeasies to rooftop rooms, plus what's on tonight. Updated daily. Eating in the Square Mile Restaurants in the City of London Where to eat in the City of London, from lunch spots near the office to rooftop dinners over the skyline. Updated daily. Area guide Things to Do in Paddington, London What's on in Paddington this week: canal-side bars, Merchant Square nights, food and events near the station and Little Venice. Updated daily. Where to head next Places to Go in London Real London picks by area and mood, not a generic list. See what's on near you this week. Updated daily. Food guide Korean Restaurant London: Where to Eat Where to find Korean food in London, from New Malden to Soho, and what to expect on the night. Updated daily. Where to eat well Nice Restaurants in London Find nice restaurants across London worth booking, from candlelit small plates to proper date-night rooms. Updated daily. Theatre London Theatre Week: What's On and How to Pick a Show A local's guide to London theatre week: how to choose a show, which areas carry the West End, and what to expect. Updated daily. Covent Garden at Christmas Covent Garden London Christmas Events What's on in Covent Garden this Christmas: lights, markets, carols and festive events around the piazza. Updated daily. Art meets coffee Art Cafe London: Where to Find Art and Coffee Together London's art cafes mix good coffee with exhibitions, workshops and creative events. Find what's on near you this week. Updated daily. Food guide Best Thai Restaurants in London Where to eat Thai food in London, from canteen-style spots to sit-down favourites, and what actually separates the good ones. Updated daily.

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What are the OnlyHere guides?

They are evergreen pages that gather live listings around a theme, such as free events or things to do this weekend. Each one updates daily.

Are the events in person?

Yes. OnlyHere only lists events you can physically attend in London, so every guide collects in-person events.