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Featured events

Open Iftar x Guildhall
During Ramadan, the month of fasting for Muslims, Ramadan Tent Project are hosting an Open Iftar event at Guildhall.
Aldgate Egg Hunt 2024
18.03.2024 01.04.2024

Aldgate Egg Hunt 2024

Aldgate Square
Join this free egg hunt across Aldgate and crack the hidden clues to win free treats.
The Future of Money
28.02.2024 01.09.2025

The Future of Money

Bank of England Museum
A new free exhibition at the Bank of England Museum will take a tantalising look into the future - and the quickly evolving present - of money.
Exhibition / Unravel: The Power and Politics of Textiles in Art
This exhibition will shine a light on artists from the 1960s to today who have explored the transformative and subversive potential of textiles.
DREAM-BRIDGE-OMNIGLYPH by Leo Robinson
This new installation is inspired by the Roman Temple of Mithras discovered on the Bloomberg site during the 1950s.
What's On - Sculpture in the City tour, people looking at a white tree sculpture

Current & Upcoming Events

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Pardner Hand – A Caribbean answer to British banking exclusion

Pardner Hand – A Caribbean answer to British banking exclusion

Bank of England Museum

This exhibition explores a way of saving popularised by the Windrush Generation, which empowered Caribbean people to save money and build a life in the UK.

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22.06.2023 01.06.2024
The Conservatory x Ranjani Shettar

The Conservatory x Ranjani Shettar

Barbican Conservatory

Cloud songs on the horizon is the artist’s first major institutional show in Europe and will feature five new, large-scale suspended sculptures across the entirety of the Conservatory space.

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10.09.2023 30.06.2024
Folio 400: Shakespeare in Print

Folio 400: Shakespeare in Print

Guildhall Library

Drawing on Guildhall Library’s remarkable Shakespeare collections, this exhibition examines the history of the printing of William Shakespeare’s plays.

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04.10.2023 02.05.2024
Christopher Wren: The Quest for Knowledge

Christopher Wren: The Quest for Knowledge

St Paul's Cathedral

Investigate the genius of Christopher Wren and his ever-enquiring mind in this new exhibition at St Paul's Cathedral - said to be Wren's masterpiece.

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01.01.2024 31.12.2024
The Tower Bridge Cat Trail

The Tower Bridge Cat Trail

Tower Bridge

Inspired by 'The Tower Bridge Cat' and the characters from the award-winning books, families are invited to complete our interactive Trail as they make their way through Tower Bridge.

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02.01.2024 31.10.2024
The Balloon Museum

The Balloon Museum

1 Old Billingsgate Walk

The Balloon Museum is a unique exhibition that explores the profound relationship between art and emotions through the captivating medium of inflatable art.

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03.01.2024 14.04.2024
Barbican Music Library Exhibition – From the Caribbean to Coventry

Barbican Music Library Exhibition – From the Caribbean to Coventry

Barbican Centre

A free exhibition for the fans by the fans going some way to explain not just what 2Tone music is, but why and how they got there.

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12.01.2024 01.07.2024
Heritage Gallery Exhibition: Billingsgate Market

Heritage Gallery Exhibition: Billingsgate Market

City of London Heritage Gallery

A new free display with a focus on Billingsgate Market, from 27 January to 20 June 2024.

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27.01.2024 20.06.2024
DREAM-BRIDGE-OMNIGLYPH by Leo Robinson

DREAM-BRIDGE-OMNIGLYPH by Leo Robinson

London Mithraeum Bloomberg SPACE

This new installation is inspired by the Roman Temple of Mithras discovered on the Bloomberg site during the 1950s.

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01.02.2024 29.06.2024
Bishopsgate Institute Archive Tour – LGBTQIA+ Collections

Bishopsgate Institute Archive Tour – LGBTQIA+ Collections

Bishopsgate Institute

Join a tour of Bishopsgate Institute's LGBTQIA+ Collections and discover the stories they're home to.

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08.02.2024 25.04.2024
Exhibition / Unravel: The Power and Politics of Textiles in Art

Exhibition / Unravel: The Power and Politics of Textiles in Art

Barbican Centre

This exhibition will shine a light on artists from the 1960s to today who have explored the transformative and subversive potential of textiles.

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13.02.2024 26.05.2024
The Future of Money

The Future of Money

Bank of England Museum

A new free exhibition at the Bank of England Museum will take a tantalising look into the future - and the quickly evolving present - of money.

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28.02.2024 01.09.2025
Lunchtime Tours: The Future of Money (selected dates)

Lunchtime Tours: The Future of Money (selected dates)

Bank of England Museum

Join Curator Jennifer Adam for a free lunchtime tour of the new exhibition at the Bank of England Museum, The Future of Money.

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11.03.2024 22.05.2024
Soufiane Ababri: Their mouths were full of bumblebees but it was me who was pollinated

Soufiane Ababri: Their mouths were full of bumblebees but it was me who was pollinated

Barbican Centre

Moroccan-born artist Soufiane Ababri will transform The Curve for his first solo exhibition at a major UK institution.

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13.03.2024 30.06.2024
Aldgate Egg Hunt 2024

Aldgate Egg Hunt 2024

Aldgate Square

Join this free egg hunt across Aldgate and crack the hidden clues to win free treats.

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18.03.2024 01.04.2024
Medieval Mayhem at the Tower of London

Medieval Mayhem at the Tower of London

Tower of London

This spring, witness the bustling activity of medieval Londoners as they prepare to serve the Queen a captivating mini-pageant.

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28.03.2024 14.04.2024
Open Iftar x Guildhall

Open Iftar x Guildhall

Guildhall Great Hall

During Ramadan, the month of fasting for Muslims, Ramadan Tent Project are hosting an Open Iftar event at Guildhall.

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28.03.2024
Come and Sing! Handel’s Messiah

Come and Sing! Handel’s Messiah

Holy Sepulchre, The National Musicians Church

Ring in the Easter Weekend by joining with fellow singers to form the chorus of Handel’s triumphant masterpiece.

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29.03.2024
Curator tour of Unravel: The Power and Politics of Textiles in Art

Curator tour of Unravel: The Power and Politics of Textiles in Art

Barbican Art Gallery & The Curve

Join a curator of 'Unravel: The Power and Politics of Textiles in Art', as they lead a tour of the exhibition.

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29.03.2024
Dawn Service – Easter Sunday

Dawn Service – Easter Sunday

St Bride's Church

The Dawn Service at St Bride's church is one of the most evocative and unique events in the yearly calendar enjoyed both by the congregation and tourists visiting London.

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31.03.2024
The Great Leadenhall Goose Chase

The Great Leadenhall Goose Chase

Leadenhall Market

Leadenhall Market’s popular Great Goose Chase is back this Easter, with a series of "eggstraordinary" challenges in and around the Victorian market, giving participants the chance to win fantastic prizes.

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01.04.2024 30.04.2024
Instrumental Intrigue: Easter Holiday Family Days

Instrumental Intrigue: Easter Holiday Family Days

London Mithraeum Bloomberg SPACE

Multi-instrumentalist, composer and author, Dan Mayfield from School of Noise welcomes you to a voyage through the science of sound and the different ways that sound can be used. Takes place on two days - 2 and 9 April.

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02.04.2024 09.04.2024
Easter – Family Events at Tower Bridge

Easter – Family Events at Tower Bridge

Tower Bridge

Visit inside Tower Bridge during the Easter holidays for family friendly activities on selected dates.

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02.04.2024 13.04.2024
Easter – Family Crafts at Bank of England Museum

Easter – Family Crafts at Bank of England Museum

Bank of England Museum

Visit the Bank of England Museum between 2-5 April and 8-12 April for an "egg-stravaganza" of Easter family fun.

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02.04.2024 12.04.2024
F1 Watch Party – Japanese Grand Prix

F1 Watch Party – Japanese Grand Prix

F1 Arcade

Get front row seats to watch every thrilling Grand Prix™ live on huge screens with unlimited sim racing, entertainment, prizes, and DJs providing an electric atmosphere.

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07.04.2024
London Landmarks Half Marathon

London Landmarks Half Marathon

London Landmarks Half Marathon will be returning on Sunday 7 April 2024 for its 7th edition.

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07.04.2024
Magnum Opus 2024–25 Launch Concert

Magnum Opus 2024–25 Launch Concert

Guildhall School of Music & Drama

Enjoy a free event with short premieres from the three composers embarking on this year’s edition of Britten Sinfonia’s composer development scheme.

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09.04.2024
LSO Half Six Fix: Daphnis and Chloé

LSO Half Six Fix: Daphnis and Chloé

Barbican Centre

Kick-start your evening with a Half Six Fix concert. One piece in a 60-minute concert, introduced by the performers, with screens in the hall to bring you closer to the action.

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10.04.2024
Ibrahim Mahama: Purple Hibiscus

Ibrahim Mahama: Purple Hibiscus

Barbican Centre

Transforming the Barbican’s famous Lakeside Terrace, the site-specific artwork will dramatically envelop the building’s iconic concrete exterior with approximately 2000 square metres of bespoke woven cloth.

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10.04.2024 18.08.2024
Anne Desmet: Kaleidoscope/London Exhibition

Anne Desmet: Kaleidoscope/London Exhibition

Guildhall Art Gallery

Celebrate the work of artist and specialist wood engraver Anne Desmet, at this new exhibition at Guildhall Art Gallery from 12 April to 8 September 2024.

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12.04.2024 08.09.2024
Second Saturday – Family activities at Guildhall Art Gallery

Second Saturday – Family activities at Guildhall Art Gallery

Guildhall Art Gallery

A revolving programme of family activities may have you heading into the Roman Amphitheatre and hearing tales of Roman conquests, or creating crafts from the Victorian paintings surrounding you.

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13.04.2024
The Andaz London Wedding Show

The Andaz London Wedding Show

Andaz London Liverpool Street

Head to Andaz London for the wedding show where you can sip on bubbles, listen to expert talks and be inspired by London's best suppliers.

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13.04.2024
LSO Half Six Fix: Vaughan Williams 5

LSO Half Six Fix: Vaughan Williams 5

Barbican Centre

Kick-start your evening with a Half Six Fix concert. One piece in a 60-minute concert, introduced by the performers, with screens in the hall to bring you closer to the action.

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17.04.2024
Temple Song: Axelle Fanyo

Temple Song: Axelle Fanyo

Middle Temple Hall

Don't miss this opportunity to hear Axelle Fanyo, one of most promising singers of her generation, who is making a mark on both the opera world and in concert halls.

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18.04.2024
Anne Desmet: Kaleidoscope/London Exhibition Tours

Anne Desmet: Kaleidoscope/London Exhibition Tours

Guildhall Art Gallery

Join artist and co-curator Anne Desmet RA for an extended guided tour of the Kaleidoscope/London exhibition at Guildhall Art Gallery.

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20.04.2024 24.08.2024
Tour of London’s Roman Amphitheatre – April

Tour of London’s Roman Amphitheatre – April

London's Roman Amphitheatre

Join archaeologist Dr Andrew Lane for an extended tour of one of the most important buildings in Roman London.

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20.04.2024
National Open Youth Orchestra: Feel the Music

National Open Youth Orchestra: Feel the Music

Guildhall School of Music & Drama

Join 24 brilliant young disabled and non-disabled musicians for an uplifting afternoon of music mixing acoustic, electronic and accessible instruments.

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21.04.2024
Bishopsgate Swing – April

Bishopsgate Swing – April

Bishopsgate Institute

Put on your dancing shoes and Lindy Hop away at Bishopsgate Swing, a social dance for dancers of all levels.

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21.04.2024
F1 Watch Party – Chinese Grand Prix

F1 Watch Party – Chinese Grand Prix

F1 Arcade

Get front row seats to watch every thrilling Grand Prix™ live on huge screens with unlimited sim racing, entertainment, prizes, and DJs providing an electric atmosphere.

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21.04.2024
Locating Queer History – a Gresham College Lecture

Locating Queer History – a Gresham College Lecture

Gresham College

This lecture explores how and why LGBTQ scenes, communities and identities could feel very different from place to place.

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23.04.2024
Boy Blue: Cycles

Boy Blue: Cycles

Barbican Theatre

The Olivier award-winning dance theatre company returns with a world premiere that celebrates change and the beauty of perpetual motion.

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30.04.2024 04.05.2024
Richard III

Richard III

Bridewell Theatre

A fresh retelling of this Shakespeare classic which will connect to new audiences and delight old fans.

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09.05.2024 18.05.2024
Anne Desmet: Kaleidoscope/London Wood Engraving Workshop

Anne Desmet: Kaleidoscope/London Wood Engraving Workshop

Guildhall Art Gallery

Join artist and co-curator Anne Desmet RA for this interactive 'introduction to wood engraving' workshop.

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18.05.2024
Tour of London’s Roman Amphitheatre – May

Tour of London’s Roman Amphitheatre – May

London's Roman Amphitheatre

Join archaeologist Dr Andrew Lane for an extended tour of one of the most important buildings in Roman London.

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25.05.2024
LSO Half Six Fix: Prokofiev 7

LSO Half Six Fix: Prokofiev 7

Barbican Centre

Kick-start your evening with a Half Six Fix concert. One piece in a 60-minute concert, introduced by the performers, with screens in the hall to bring you closer to the action.

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19.06.2024
Exhibition / Francis Alÿs

Exhibition / Francis Alÿs

Barbican Art Gallery & The Curve

A major new exhibition by renowned Mexico-based artist Francis Alÿs – his first and largest institutional solo exhibition in the UK for over a decade.

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27.06.2024 01.09.2024
Exhibition / Pamela Phatsimo Sunstrum

Exhibition / Pamela Phatsimo Sunstrum

Barbican Art Gallery & The Curve

In her first solo exhibition at a major UK institution, Pamela Phatsimo Sunstrum creates dynamic works newly commissioned for The Curve.

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18.09.2024 05.01.2025
Lord Mayor’s Show

Lord Mayor’s Show

Mansion House

Visit the City for the Lord Mayor’s Show - a three mile long outdoor procession with colourful floats, music and fun.

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09.11.2024

16 delightful things to do this March in the City of London

March is here and the City is blooming with things to see & do this month. Choose from incredible new events and exhibitions, concerts in ornate halls, and a first chance to see the freshly-designed King Charles polymer banknotes before they officially enter circulation!

The City is also a great place to visit to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day, Mother’s Day, International Women’s Day and Holi.

Discover some of the fantastic things to see & do this month in the City.

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Walks in the City
Make the most of your time in the City of London - take a guided tour with official City of London Guides, or follow self-guided walks and trails.
City Visitor Trail
The City Visitor Trail is a 90 minute self-guided tour perfect for those on a sight-seeing mission. Take on world famous attractions, uncover hidden gems and feast on the culture, history and heritage of the City of London.
Green spaces to relax in the City of London
Whether you’re looking for a tranquil picnic spot or somewhere for quiet contemplation, here are some of the City’s greenest spaces to seek out.
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Whether you love art, history or simply a good old snoop around, there’s a treasure trail of hidden gems to find in just one square mile – the Square Mile.
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