What's on in London on Sunday 21st July 2024
Top events happening London
Hot air balloons (may) fly over London this morningWeather permitting, at sunrise this morning, up to 50 hot air balloons will fly over central London. This is the annual(ish) Lord Mayor’s Hot Air Balloon Regatta, which raises money from sponsors for the Lord Mayor’s charity. The lift-off is …
6:00am to 9:00amFree
Weather permitting, at sunrise this morning, up to 50 hot air balloons will fly over central London. This is the annual(ish) Lord Mayor’s Hot Air Balloon Regatta, which raises money from sponsors for the Lord Mayor’s charity. The lift-off is …
Routemaster 70A weekend celebrating the 70th anniversary of when the first Routemaster RM1 was built. Ride on a Routemaster Bus for FREE on their all day service. Buy your lunch or have a pint from a Routemaster Bus Restaurant or Bar …
10:00am to 6:00pmFreeChiswick
A weekend celebrating the 70th anniversary of when the first Routemaster RM1 was built. Ride on a Routemaster Bus for FREE on their all day service. Buy your lunch or have a pint from a Routemaster Bus Restaurant or Bar …
Hyper Japan 2024From manga and anime, to live music, fashion, street food, gaming and technology, this immersive celebration showcases the latest and greatest straight from Japan. Experience a matsuri atmosphere and share your passion for your favourite facet of Japanese culture. Prices …
10:00am to 5:00pm£28.62West Kensington
From manga and anime, to live music, fashion, street food, gaming and technology, this immersive celebration showcases the latest and greatest straight from Japan. Experience a matsuri atmosphere and share your passion for your favourite facet of Japanese culture. Prices …
Ice SundayIce Sunday is the one day of the year when the Canal Museum can take visitors down into the Victorian ice wells beneath the ground floor, a unique experience. Those descending must be physically fit, wear sensible shoes, and be …
10:00am to 4:30pm£11.50Islington
Ice Sunday is the one day of the year when the Canal Museum can take visitors down into the Victorian ice wells beneath the ground floor, a unique experience. Those descending must be physically fit, wear sensible shoes, and be …
Ensemble FestivalA two-day outdoor circus-style physical performance by a number of different groups. 2:00pm and 5:00pm – Head over Wheels H Anchored in Air 3:15pm and 4:15pm – Zone B BOSI – Island Storm 3:45pm and 3:30pm – Zone C – …
12:00pm to 6:00pmFreeVictoria Dock
A two-day outdoor circus-style physical performance by a number of different groups. 2:00pm and 5:00pm – Head over Wheels H Anchored in Air 3:15pm and 4:15pm – Zone B BOSI – Island Storm 3:45pm and 3:30pm – Zone C – …
Procession of Our Lady of Mount CarmelEvery year, thousands of people flock to the streets around the Church to watch the procession and to participate to the feast of the Church where you can buy the typical Italian products from different stands. The procession swings around …
Starts at 3:30pmFreeClerkenwell
Every year, thousands of people flock to the streets around the Church to watch the procession and to participate to the feast of the Church where you can buy the typical Italian products from different stands. The procession swings around …
Conversations with Baldwin: Baldwin and FashionA panel discussion about James Baldwin’s iconic image, the connection between fashion and literature, and the stories behind how and why we fashion identities. James Baldwin was not only stylish and innovative in his writing, but also in his dress …
Starts at 7:30pm£28.50Southbank Centre, Southwark
A panel discussion about James Baldwin’s iconic image, the connection between fashion and literature, and the stories behind how and why we fashion identities. James Baldwin was not only stylish and innovative in his writing, but also in his dress …
Ten exhibitions that are closing soon
FungariumAn exhibition of paintings and drawings by Jacqueline Freeman, inspired by the wonderful world of fungi. Welcome to the world of fungi, where sprawling webs of mycelium weave beneath our feet, and microscopic spores fill the air we breath. Its …
Exhibition ends on Sunday 21st Jul 2024 Closing SoonFreeUpper Holloway
An exhibition of paintings and drawings by Jacqueline Freeman, inspired by the wonderful world of fungi. Welcome to the world of fungi, where sprawling webs of mycelium weave beneath our feet, and microscopic spores fill the air we breath. Its …
Great Escapes: Remarkable Second World War CaptivesDiscover incredible stories of Second World War captives This exhibition explores the human spirit during captivity during the Second World War. The exhibition reveals iconic and under-told stories of prisoners of war and civilian internees. From famous escape attempts such …
Exhibition ends on Sunday 21st Jul 2024 Closing SoonFreeNational Archives, Richmond
Discover incredible stories of Second World War captives This exhibition explores the human spirit during captivity during the Second World War. The exhibition reveals iconic and under-told stories of prisoners of war and civilian internees. From famous escape attempts such …
Fleurs de Villes at Eltham PalaceDiscover floral displays around the mansion and gardens inspired by the glamorous history of Eltham Palace. The innovative and unmissable exhibition has been designed by Fleurs de Villes, in partnership with English Heritage, and will see Eltham Palace brought to …
Exhibition ends on Sunday 21st Jul 2024 Closing Soon£20Eltham Palace, Eltham
Discover floral displays around the mansion and gardens inspired by the glamorous history of Eltham Palace. The innovative and unmissable exhibition has been designed by Fleurs de Villes, in partnership with English Heritage, and will see Eltham Palace brought to …
The Last CaravaggioIn this exhibition, The Martyrdom of Saint Ursula, 1610, lent by the Intesa Sanpaolo Collection, will be displayed alongside another late work by the Italian artist from the National Gallery Collection, Salome receives the Head of John the Baptist, about …
Exhibition ends on Sunday 21st Jul 2024 Closing SoonFreeNational Gallery, Trafalgar Square
In this exhibition, The Martyrdom of Saint Ursula, 1610, lent by the Intesa Sanpaolo Collection, will be displayed alongside another late work by the Italian artist from the National Gallery Collection, Salome receives the Head of John the Baptist, about …
Simon Wheatley - SilverlinkSimon Wheatley is a London-based photographer who has become increasingly renowned for his raw and intimate photographic portrayal of the city and its communities. His first book ‘Don’t Call Me Urban! The Time of Grime’ is recognised as one of …
Exhibition ends on Sunday 21st Jul 2024 Closing SoonFreeMayfair
Simon Wheatley is a London-based photographer who has become increasingly renowned for his raw and intimate photographic portrayal of the city and its communities. His first book ‘Don’t Call Me Urban! The Time of Grime’ is recognised as one of …
Everest 24In June 2024, 100 years after the disappearance of George Mallory and Sandy Irvine high on the slopes of Everest, the Alpine Club will open its new exhibition which examines the 1924 Mount Everest Expedition and assesses its continuing legacy. …
Exhibition ends on Thursday 25th Jul 2024 Closing SoonFreeShoreditch
In June 2024, 100 years after the disappearance of George Mallory and Sandy Irvine high on the slopes of Everest, the Alpine Club will open its new exhibition which examines the 1924 Mount Everest Expedition and assesses its continuing legacy. …
A Book of Hours for Robin Hood GardensThis exhibition by Judit Ferencz comprises hand-made books and booklets which trace the lifecycle of the East London council estate Robin Hood Gardens (1972). Judit’s onsite drawing practice documented everyday life on the estate in the years leading up to …
Exhibition ends on Thursday 25th Jul 2024 Closing SoonFreeWhitechapel
This exhibition by Judit Ferencz comprises hand-made books and booklets which trace the lifecycle of the East London council estate Robin Hood Gardens (1972). Judit’s onsite drawing practice documented everyday life on the estate in the years leading up to …
Quentin Blake: Hand DrawnQuentin Blake returns to Bankside Gallery with an eclectic mix of works produced in a variety of media. Large pen & ink portraits of imaginary subjects (2024) sit alongside fantasy visions of Dream Owls and Remembered Faces (2019) worked in …
Exhibition ends on Sunday 28th Jul 2024 Closing SoonFree
Quentin Blake returns to Bankside Gallery with an eclectic mix of works produced in a variety of media. Large pen & ink portraits of imaginary subjects (2024) sit alongside fantasy visions of Dream Owls and Remembered Faces (2019) worked in …
METAMORPHOSISThis exhibition showcases four award-winning photographers and filmmakers undertaking ground-breaking work in their practices of eco-conscious photography and film. With a particular focus on their relationship with materials, process and methodologies, their works marry both the political and the poetic. …
Exhibition ends on Sunday 28th Jul 2024 Closing SoonFreeSaatchi Gallery, Chelsea
This exhibition showcases four award-winning photographers and filmmakers undertaking ground-breaking work in their practices of eco-conscious photography and film. With a particular focus on their relationship with materials, process and methodologies, their works marry both the political and the poetic. …
Michelangelo: the last decadesIn 1534, Michelangelo left Florence for Rome, never to see his native city again. He was 59, which many contemporaries regarded as old, but for Michelangelo this move marked the beginning of a dramatic new chapter which would fundamentally shape …
Exhibition ends on Sunday 28th Jul 2024 Closing Soon£16British Museum, Russell Square
In 1534, Michelangelo left Florence for Rome, never to see his native city again. He was 59, which many contemporaries regarded as old, but for Michelangelo this move marked the beginning of a dramatic new chapter which would fundamentally shape …