London Events

Annual Events

Address: from Greenwich/Blackheath to The Mall, London Category: Sports Event - Running Dates: April 26, 2009 User rating:      (Rate It!)    |    Add to a Suitcase

Inspired by his experience in the 1979 NYC Marathon, Chris Brasher worked tirelessly to bring a similar event to London. Now, more than a generation later, his efforts are well-received and well-attended. Competitors not only test their mettle, but along the route, folks make a joyous day of the event. Crowds gather,...

Address: Royal Hospital Chelsea • Royal Hospital Rd, London SW3 Category: Fair / Festival - Garden / Flower Dates: May 19 - May 23, 2009 User rating:      (Rate It!)    |    Add to a Suitcase

This internationally renowned garden show is held along the Thames on the grounds of the Royal Hospital. It's a much-anticipated event, famous for its incredibly inventive displays of gardening and landscaping. Show gardens created by top designers are a major draw, along with plots intended to provoke ideas in...

Address: Grosvenor House • Great Room, Park Lane, London W1K 7TN Category: Convention / Conference - Antiques Dates: June 11 - June 17, 2009 User rating:      (Rate It!)    |    Add to a Suitcase

Around 90 leading dealers assemble in an opulent, period setting. Treasures range from Egyptian antiquities to eighteenth-century Chinese porcelain and contemporary art. All the price tags combined would total over £500 million. The United Kingdom's premier collectibles fair includes a charity gala packed by the good...

Address: Ascot Racecourse, Berkshire SL5 7JX Category: Sports Event - Horse Racing Dates: June 16 - June 20, 2009 User rating:      (Rate It!)    |    Add to a Suitcase

A well-known racecourse, Ascot was originated by Queen Anne in 1711. The Royal Ascot Races are some of the course's most famous competitions. They're held each year in June and are quite high-brow, with guests dressing in their most formal attire. Women wear hats and do not expose their shoulders; men arrive attired...

Address: Royal Albert Hall • Kensington Gore, London SW7 2AP Category: Performance - Concert / Music - Classical Dates: July 17 - September 12, 2009 User rating:      (Rate It!)    |    Add to a Suitcase

Officially known as the BBC Henry Wood Promenade Concerts, this series of performances brings classical music to the masses. Since 1895, it has sought not only to entertain but to teach audiences about music and familiarize them with lesser-known works. Approximately 70 concerts are held during the festival, and the...

Address: Earl's Court, London Category: Food / Drink Event - Festival Dates: August 4 - August 8, 2009 User rating:      (Rate It!)    |    Add to a Suitcase

Sample a few of more than 400 British and imported beers. This event features organized tastings and plenty of samples as well as food vendors aplenty. This festival is sometimes called, "the biggest pub in the world," and rightfully so. The streets are filled with convivial event goers and live music, and pub quizzes...

Address: Old Billingsgate Market • Lower Thames St, London Category: Fair / Festival - Cultural Dates: October 21 - October 23, 2009 User rating:      (Rate It!)    |    Add to a Suitcase

During Bierfest, all things German are celebrated in London's Old Billingsgate Market along Lower Thames Street. Oompah bands, schnitzel and steins of German beer are the order of the day. Many people really get into the spirit of the event, dressing in traditional German costumes, complete with moustaches and wigs.

Address: Central London route, London Dates: January 1, 2010 User rating:      (Rate It!)    |    Add to a Suitcase

To properly ring in the New Year, Londoners head out to watch the spectacular New Year's Day parade that traverses two miles and includes 10,000 people from across the globe. You're sure to enjoy lively marching bands, dance groups and other talented performers ringing in the New Year with style.

Address: Business Design Centre Category: Fair / Festival - Arts / Crafts Dates: January 13 - January 17, 2010 User rating:      (Rate It!)    |    Add to a Suitcase

Held in January for over 20 years, this art fair celebrates modern British artwork. Approximately 100 top galleries showcase the best in contemporary art, and over 21,000 visitors attend.