A short, dated list of what's worth leaving the house for this weekend and the next few weeks. Past events drop off automatically.
Updated Sunday 27 September 2026 · ✓ = dates checked with the venue or organiser
A new play at the National Theatre, running through 24 October and offering a strong major-theatre choice during this period.
The Almeida’s production of Eugene O’Neill’s play continues until 31 October, making it one of the period’s notable choices at a major London theatre.
Vintage cars, vintage clothes, repair workshops, DJs and scooter ride-ins.
Engineering works affect several services today, including the Lioness, Mildmay, Weaver, Windrush, Elizabeth and Waterloo & City lines. Check TfL before travelling.
No Piccadilly line service runs between Cockfosters and Uxbridge today because of upgrade work.
The museum’s South Kensington site will be closed on Friday 9 October while it hosts a charity gala.
It has moved to March 2027, whatever older listings say.
Closing in the next four weeks.
A Design Museum exhibition focused on the work and cultural influences of Japanese designer NIGO.
A V&A exhibition exploring Elsa Schiaparelli’s relationship with art and fashion.
A display examining Queen Elizabeth II through clothing, style and associated artworks at The King’s Gallery.
A London exhibition of Walton Ford’s large-scale paintings, running through the requested period.
Lubna Chowdhary’s exhibition continues in London through 7 November 2026.
Diplomatic objects and a copy of the Declaration, for America's 250th.
Big dated events in the next few weeks. Book early for the popular ones.
A month-long Prince Charles Cinema season of horror screenings, including repertory titles and screenings presented in 35mm.
Niall Horan plays The O2 on two October dates, with Flowerovlove as special guest.
A major National Gallery exhibition bringing together 45 paintings by Pierre-Auguste Renoir, his first substantial UK presentation in 20 years.
A free Saturday open-air vintage market at Hawley Wharf, with vintage clothing, rare vinyl, art and jewellery.
A free festival of Japanese culture and food returns to Trafalgar Square for its 17th year.
Ramen, taiko drumming and anime take over Trafalgar Square for the UK's biggest Japanese culture festival. One in, one out if it fills up.
Karan Aujla performs at The O2 with Ikky as special guest.
England host Czechia in a UEFA Nations League fixture at Wembley. The organiser lists ticket prices and a general sale, though availability should be checked before booking.
The Strokes bring their Reality Awaits tour to London, with Fat White Family and Alex Cameron as special guests.
London’s major autumn film festival, with its competition programme at BFI Southbank, gala screenings at Royal Festival Hall and events at cinemas across the city.
The Prince Charles Cinema returns as an official venue partner for the 70th BFI London Film Festival, screening selected festival titles during the festival dates.
The 70th BFI London Film Festival opens with the international premiere of Elsinore at Royal Festival Hall.
A new National Theatre production beginning 7 October, with performances scheduled through 21 November; only its dates within the requested window are included.
Westlife play three dates at The O2, with Ana Sky listed as special guest.
The Hindi cinema classic is presented with a live score performed by the Royal Philharmonic Concert Orchestra.
Arsenal host Leeds United in a Premier League fixture at the Emirates Stadium. Arsenal’s official information confirms the date, venue and revised lunchtime kick-off.
A one-day craft fair at the historic Leadenhall Market, featuring independent makers and sellers.
Hans Zimmer’s concert production arrives at The O2 with a large-scale programme of his film music.
Arsenal meet LOSC Lille in a Champions League fixture at the Emirates Stadium. The club confirms the date and kick-off; ticket access is subject to its stated membership and ballot arrangements.
A London exhibition of work by American artist Lorna Simpson, opening 13 October 2026.
A London exhibition of work by Cindy Sherman, opening 13 October 2026.
Firenze Lai presents North and True North at White Cube’s Mason’s Yard gallery.
A free National Gallery exhibition pairing contemporary artist Yinka Shonibare with the eighteenth-century painter Thomas Gainsborough.
Arsenal Women are listed to host Birmingham City Women at the Emirates Stadium. The official fixture listing confirms the date and venue, but not a time or price in the available information.
The NFL returns to Wembley for a regular-season game between the Houston Texans and Jacksonville Jaguars. Ticket listings confirm the fixture, but the available search information does not show a price.
Jesse Eisenberg’s The Debut receives its UK premiere at the festival’s Closing Night Gala, with fundraising tickets listed at £250.
J. Cole brings The Fall-Off Tour to The O2 on 19 and 20 October and 2 November.
Southbank Centre’s London Literature Festival presents authors, speakers and literary events across nearly two weeks.
Tottenham Hotspur Women host Arsenal Women in a north London derby. The fixture is listed for Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, but the available listing does not provide a kick-off time or ticket price.
Arsenal host Everton in a Premier League match at the Emirates Stadium. The club’s local-resident information confirms the Saturday date and 15:00 kick-off.
Rushil Ranjan and Abi Sampa present the Orchestral Qawwali Project at the Royal Albert Hall.
The Mayor of London’s annual Diwali celebration brings performances, cultural activities, food stalls and a market to Trafalgar Square.
A Royal Philharmonic Concert Orchestra programme marking two decades of music from World of Warcraft.
A free festival at the Imperial War Museum focused on stories and history, taking place over 25 and 26 October.
A one-day vintage furniture and flea market at Leadenhall Market.
A major stamp and philately fair at the Business Design Centre, with free entry listed for the 2026 event.
An orchestral tribute to John Williams, scheduled at the Royal Albert Hall on Halloween.
Chosen and written by Landed At, with a link to where we found each item. Dates and prices change, so confirm with the venue before you travel.