BEST Events In London
The Event Oracle Knows ALL the FUN Events in the Great City of London. Select your date above then scroll for all the Arts, Entertainment, and Events in my Crystal Ball...
SEE ALSO: BEST London Magic
ALSO: BEST London Magic
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The Castle Climbing Center
The Castle Climbing Center
Green Lanes Stoke Newington
London, N4 2HA
The Castle Climbing Centre opened in 1995 and is now one of the leading climbing facilities in Europe. In the years that followed, the site has undergone extensive landscaping with the development of an organic garden. Other major works have included building outdoor boulders, increased climbing capacity indoors, and a number of energy efficiency measures to bring this much-loved Victorian landmark into the 21st century. Housed within a Victorian water pumping station, we offer climbing for all abilities. Everybody welcome!
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Sherlock Holmes Museum
Sherlock Holmes Museum
221b Baker St, Marylebone
London, NW1 6XE
Located at one of the world’s most famous addresses, the Sherlock Holmes Museum lovingly recreates the gas-lit world of London’s iconic detective and his Victorian surroundings. Immerse yourself in a treasure trove of items relating to Sherlock and the famous cases he solved, in the very setting which inspired them.
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Saturday Art Club
Zoom Online Class
London, England
The Saturday Art Club is part of the National Saturday Club network and is our free weekly creative drop-in for young people aged 13-16. We are currently running sessions online via Zoom, with material packs posted out in advance to members. Sessions take place 10am-1pm and are co-delivered by artists Amy Leung and Maru Rojas. This is a wonderful opportunity to develop new skills, make new friends, achieve a Bronze or Silver Art Award and showcase your artwork in a national exhibition!
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The Painted Hall
Old Royal Naval College Greenwhich
Old Royal Naval College
London, SE10 9NN
Prepare to be stunned by the magnificent Baroque interiors of the Painted Hall, known as ‘Britain’s Sistine Chapel’. Your admission ticket also includes entrance to the Victorian Skittle Alley, a rare example of an early skittle alley, with a fascinating insight into the lives of the Greenwich Pensioners who inhabited the site. Following a £8.5-million makeover, known as the ‘UK’s Sistine chapel’, the Painted Hall is an 18th century baroque masterpiece, the handiwork of St Paul’s Cathedral painter Sir James Thornhill.
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Twist Museum
Twist Museum
248 Oxford Street, Oxford Circus
London, W1C 1DH
London's Home of Illusion. Developed in collaboration with artists, neuroscientists and philosophers, Twist Museum is an immersive experience that explores – and puts to the test – the power of your mind in experiencing the world around you. Step into mind-altering immersive rooms, get up close and personal with unexpected interactive illusions, and discover how your brain interprets reality.
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Shrek's Adventure London
Shrek's Adventure! London
Riverside Building, County Hall Westminster Bridge Road
London, SE1 7PBSee, hear, touch and smell the adventure by exploring 10 fairytale themed live shows, from a magical 4D flying bus experience, interacting with various famous characters including Princess Fiona and Donkey to collecting the special ingredients that you will need in order to find Shrek and make it home safely.
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The Wallace Collection
Hertford House
Manchester Square
London, W1U 3BN
Visit this national museum housing unsurpassed masterpieces of painting, sculpture, furniture, arms and armour, and porcelain. It all belonged to the Marquesses of Hertford and Sir Richard Wallace, with room after room containing Louis XIV and XV furnishings and Sèvres porcelain, while the galleries are hung with paintings by Titian, Velázquez, Fragonard, Gainsborough and Reynolds.
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Ice Skating at Alexandra Palace
Alexandra Palace
Alexandra Palace Way
London, N22 7AY
Glide around the rink beneath a towering Christmas tree, surrounded by twinkling lights, festive music, and even a sprinkle of falling snow. Create unforgettable memories as you skate to your favourite festive tunes with your loved ones in our enchanting winter wonderland. Or come any other time of year. Skating at Alexandra Palace happens all year round!
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Breakin' Escape Rooms
Breakin' Escape Rooms
Holloway Rd.
London, N78LT
Unlike any other escape room venue, Breakin’ offers the most interactive and engaging experiences by bringing you into a world of mystery where every aspect of the story has been carefully designed so as to become a memory you will never forget! Open seven days a week from 10am to 10pm. The principle of the game is simple, you are locked in a room with your team and your goal is to manage to escape within 60 minutes.
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Sherlock Holmes Walking Tour
Brit Movie Tours
224 Piccadilly
London,
On this two hour tour, your professional guide will take you around London to visit some of the iconic locations of the capital that feature in Sherlock Holmes history, starting at the Criterion Restaurant, where we first hear the name Sherlock Holmes in the story “A Study in Scarlet”. Onwards, you will visit locations on foot featured in the original stories “The Illustrious Client”, “The Hound of the Baskervilles”, “A Scandal in Bohemia” and “The Sign of Four”, as well as locations from other adaptations. You will hear wonderful stories that will make Sherlock lore come alive for you.
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Visit the William Wallace Memorial
St Bartholomew's Hospital
W Smithfield
London, EC1A 7BE
If you have a bit of Scottish in you, then you might wish to visit the William Wallace memorial. A plaque unveiled 8 April 1956 stands in a wall of St. Bartholomew's Hospital near the site of Wallace's execution at Smithfield. Place some flowers, drink a wee dram and perhaps give a battle cry in honor of this fallen Scottish hero.
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Free Walking Tour of London
Covent Garden
No. 1, 7 The Piazza
London, WC2E 8HB
No other tour covers so many major London landmarks! Have your cameras at the ready as we walk past Westminster Abbey and the Big Ben, and see where the Queen and Prince Charles live as we stroll past Buckingham and St. James’s Palaces. On this 3-hour free walking tour you'll tick off many of London's must-see sites. Your gratuity-based London Free Tour starts in front of the Apple Store in Covent Garden and finishes by Westminster Abbey.
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View the Changing of the Guard
Buckingham Palace
London, SW1A 1AA
Changing of the Guard at Buckingham Palace is the ceremony where The King's Guard hands over responsibility for protecting Buckingham Palace and St. James's Palace to the New Guard. There are several places you can go to watch this time-honored tradition with all its pomp and circumstance, and it's free!
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Beefeater Distillery Tour
Beefeater Distillery
20 Montford Place, London
London, SE11 5DE
Begin through an interactive exhibition taking you through everything gin and Beefeater gin. Your host will then take you up to the tasting area where they will explain the key components that make Beefeater gin the world's most awarded. You will get a guided tasting of 3 London Dry Gins before being shown to the Still House where every single drop of Beefeater gin is distilled. Finally you head back to the bar for a perfectly made Beefeater G&T.
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Visit Sky Garden
Sky Garden
1, Sky Garden Walk
London, EC3M 8AF
The Sky Garden is the most exciting addition to London’s skyline and dining scene. As well as being the capital’s highest public garden, it showcases two destination bars and two beautiful restaurants, alongside a range of private hire options for events. Visiting the Sky Garden is free but spaces are limited. Visits must be booked in advance through the website, and can be made up to three weeks in advance.
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Tate Britain Free Guided Tours and Talks
Tate Britain
Millbank
London, SW1P 4RG
Learn about the art in Tate Britain with a talk on a number of artworks or a guided tour around part of the gallery. Each session is different and packed with fascinating insights, information and stories. The guides come from a wide range of backgrounds and their talks reflect their passions and interests. All talks and tours last around 45 minutes and start at the meeting point at the top of the Manton Stairs (leading up from the Manton Entrance). Admission to the gallery is free but all visitors need a pre-booked collection ticket.
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The Theatre Cafe
The Theatre Cafe
99 St. Martin’s Lane
London, WC2N 4AZ
With theatrical memorabilia adorning the walls and regular live performances from the stars of the West End and Broadway, it’s the place for any theatre fan. Sing your heart out at one of our open mic events, or just relax and sip a cocktail while you choose which show to see next. If you want your favourite musical theatre song played during your stay, just put in a request. With a menu including pizza, nachos, cakes and more, as well as coffees, alcohol and the stagiest cocktails around. Open every day except Monday. Check website for hours.
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Visit Hoxton Street Monster Supplies
Hoxton Street Monster Supplies
159 Hoxton Street
London, N1 6PJ
Hoxton Street Monster Supplies was established in 1818, though the exact details of why, and by whom, have tragically been lost to history. They pride themselves on being London’s, and quite possibly the world’s, only purveyor of quality goods for monsters of every kind. "When you buy one of their tins of fear, or jars of brain jam, you don't just get a great stocking filler or something to liven up your breakfast table, you know that you're helping to support the business of the imagination with the next generation." Open Tuesday through Saturday.
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The Cauldron Co
The Cauldron Co
5d Stoke Newington Rd
London, N16 8BHSignature potion-making experience with working magic wands at The Cauldron London. Join them for potions, book an event, or drop in for a spell at the molecular cocktail bar. The Cauldron London is an immersive, drinks-making experience that combines molecular mixology and fun science to bring fantasy worlds to life.
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The Big London Bake
The Castle Tooting
38, Tooting High Street
London, England SW17 0RGChallenge your friends at London's multi award winning bake off! All the ingredients are good to go, a top baker at your side, an irresistible monthly baking theme, an unforgettable experience and one winner. It’s time to unleash your competitive cooking streak.
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Weekly Gaming at the Bedford
77 Bedford Hill
London, SW12 9HD
A weekly meetup for people interested in playing (or learning to play) new-style board games. Please bear in mind that we don't really cater for two player games, or older classics. You're welcome to bring a board or card game that ideally you can teach others yourself, but if you don't have one don't worry, you're still very welcome! There will be plenty of games and people who will teach so why not try something new.
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Alcotraz: Cell Block Two One Two
Alcotraz Penitentiary
Shoreditch, 212, Brick Lane
London, England E1 6SAHidden behind unassuming shutters lies Alcotraz, a secret prison staffed with guards to help you successfully smuggle liquor past the Warden and get it into the hands of the longest-serving inmates. Following the recent outbreak, The Warden has re-developed the prison to ensure maximum security for inmates and staff. Grab your gang, sit in your own private cell and safely enjoy one of London's most unique cocktail experiences.
Inspired by Hollywood Movies and TV that have brought to life America's most infamous prison, Alcotraz is London's first immersive theatrical cocktail bar. From the orange jumpsuits upon entrance, to the real metallic cells, Alcotraz becomes the perfect backdrop to enjoy a drink within an epic yet intimate environment. When convicted to Alcotraz, inmates are taken into an exciting world of mischief as they are instructed by notorious bootlegger Clyde Cassidy to smuggle-in liquor to be used to make delicious, bespoke cocktails.
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Circus Restaurant and Cocktail Bar
Circus London
27-29 Endell Street, Covent Garden
London, WC2H 9BACircus is a restaurant conceived to give guests an amazing evening of escapist pop-up performances, without compromising on the incredible quality of the food. For over 10 years, we’ve been serving up delicious pan-Asian cuisine designed for sharing – created and overseen by Executive Chef Andrew Lassetter; and wowing people with a carefully chosen and ever-changing troupe of fire-breathers, contortionists, hula-hoopers and gravity-defying aerialists. All accompanied by an extensive wine list and signature cocktails from our late-night bar.
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Laugh Train Home Comedy Nights
Four Theaves
51 Lavender Gardens, Battersea
London, SW11 1DJ
Laugh Train Home is known for hilarious comedy nights, a fun atmosphere and a bit of the unexpected. The best UK and international comedians every Wednesday evening.
Virtual Events Today
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Zazen Meditation
Virtual
Santa Fe, NM
The zazen schedule is 7:00 a.m., and 5:30 p.m. MT and Wednesday Dharma Talks (5:30 p.m. MT). Join us online for the 7am and 5:30pm meditation on Upaya Zen Center’s YouTube page.
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Free Morning Spanish Lessons
Virtual
New York City, NY
¡Hola a todos! Connect with beginner and intermediate Spanish learners and explore better ways of getting comfortable speaking Spanish. We’ve been testing out an audio-only class format (no video) where we take turns practicing speaking guided by prompts on a shared screen.
We're holding multiple 30-minute sessions every day that have between 2-9 students and one instructor who guides everyone through the speaking prompts and helps correct mispronunciations. We’ve made a bunch of sample lessons from basic conversational Spanish to medical Spanish. -
Virtual Book Clubs
Virtual
Chicago, IL
Chicago Public Library offers a variety of book clubs for all ages! Children, teens, and adults alike can join on various days. See the Chicago Public Library website for times and days.
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Frank Lloyd Wright Virtual Classroom
Virtual
Phoenix, AZ
The Frank Lloyd Wright Virtual Classroom is a resource center developed by the Frank Lloyd Wright Foundation’s education department as a free online learning tool for K-12 students and virtual engagement for families. The Virtual Classroom combines fun, real-world lessons with Wright’s famed principles of organic architecture and solutions-based design. Each STEAM-focused activity will offer students hands-on projects that encourage creative and critical thinking. Are you a teacher looking for innovative ways to engage your class with online learning? The Foundation also has ready-to-go virtual lesson packets as well as opportunities to set up virtual field trips with your students! Families can continue to watch for new weekly activity announcements on our social media each Wednesday.
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Virtual Broadway Experience
Virtual
New York City, NY
Get the stage-door experience right from your living room - no matter where you are in the world! Book a one-to-one online meet-and-greet with a Broadway star from the comfort of your own home, including cast members from Wicked, Mean Girls, Hamilton and more! Choose from:Beetlejuice, Aladdin, Anastasia, Mean Girls, Hamilton, Wicked, Hadestown.
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Best Friends & Belly Laughs Community Improv
Virtual
Houston, TX
BFBL Improv is a space curated to help you let loose, have fun, and laugh without limitation in a friendly, engaging, and high-energy environment! This improv meetup is perfect for the beginner - all the way up to the most advanced improv warriors - no experience is required.
Through a super playful process, we'll help you discover your inner improv roots (aka superhero powers)...and what you discover may (and most certainly will) surprise you!
• Play a variety of easy-to-learn, engaging, and outrageously fun improv games.
• Find comfort and true freedom in expressing your weird side.
• Learn the foundational basics of improv and perform successful scenes (even if it's your first time).
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Virtual London Music Tour
Virtual
London, England
Let us follow a musician's life through the streets of London, every week there will be different artists like Mozart, Pink Floyd, Bob Dylan, and Lionel Bart. Enjoy the scenery while their music entertains us!
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The Metropolitan Opera - Nightly Opera Streams
Virtual
New York City, NY
Seize this unique opportunity to watch opera every night of the week! Each day, a different encore presentation from the company’s Live in HD series is being made available for free streaming on the Met website, with each performance available for a period of 23 hours, from 7:30 p.m. EDT until 6:30 p.m. the following day. The schedule will include outstanding complete performances from the past 14 years of cinema transmissions, starring all of opera’s greatest singers.
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