London Events
In London, there’s always something happening and it’s normally close to our front door. Our concierge team will help with all bookings, whether Wimbledon or the Chelsea Flower Show, Royal Ascot or the BBC Proms.
JURASSIC WORLD EXHIBITION – From 23rd May 2025
Step into a prehistoric world at Jurassic World: The Experience, opening at Battersea Power Station.
This immersive, family-friendly exhibition brings the iconic film franchise to life with lifelike dinosaurs, including Velociraptors and the mighty T-Rex.
It is the only chance to see it in the UK this year and is located less than 30 minutes from The Ampersand Hotel.
After your adventure, continue the fun with our famous Jurassic Afternoon Tea, a deliciously themed experience inspired by the world of dinosaurs.
BANKSY LIMITLESS EXHIBITION – Until 28th February 2026
Located 3 minutes walking distance from The Ampersand Hotel, this temporary, museum-quality exhibition created for London, bringing street art into a gallery setting at the city’s cultural heart. Featuring 250 works, including certified originals, one-of-a-kind pieces, and exclusive reproductions, this is a Banksy experience not to be missed!
Expect to see canvases and screenprints, alongside a series of large-scale installations. Banksy Limitless welcomes people of all ages. Whether you’re a casual art lover or a devoted Banksy enthusiast.
LONDON FASHION WEEK – 19th to 23rd February 2026
London Fashion Week is one of the most influential fashion events in the world, showcasing unique collections from top designers, emerging talent, and global brands.
Taking place twice annually, the February edition highlights Autumn/Winter collections and draws in fashion editors, buyers, influencers, and celebrities.
While many runway shows are invite-only, the event also offers a growing number of public experiences with free exhibitions, designer pop-ups, styling workshops, and live talks across areas like Soho, Covent Garden, and Regent Street.
LONDON BOOK FAIR- 10th to 12th March 2026
The London Book Fair is one of the most important international events in the publishing calendar, bringing together publishers, literary agents, authors and media professionals from around the world.
Held annually at Olympia London, it is a key platform for selling rights, discovering new voices and discussing industry trends.
It plays an important role in shaping what readers around the world will be reading next.
CRAIG DAVID CONCERT – 9th & 10th April 2026
UK pop/garage icon, Craig David, announces a special one-off live performance to celebrate a phenomenal 25-years since the release of his chart topping debut album, Born To Do It at the Eventim Apollo
No live performance has ever been so close to Craig’s heart as he throws his own very special celebration of his debut album’s 25th anniversary. In his third decade of wowing the world with his crisp vibes and pioneering sounds, Craig David live is an experience that’s slicker, sharper and fresher than ever.
The Eventim Apollo is 20 minutes away from The Ampersand. Be part of the celebration!
CHELSEA FLOWER SHOW – 19th to 23rd May 2026
The Chelsea Flower Show is one of the world’s greatest flower and landscape garden shows. This five day celebration of gardening, organised by the Royal Horticultural Society, the world’s leading gardening charity, has been running in Chelsea since 1912, though RHS garden show dates back to 1862.
Expect designs of all kinds, from colourful gardens bursting with flowers and water features, to abstract, urban creations at the cutting edge of avant garde. Green fingered guests get ready – there’s a plant sale at 4pm on the last day so make sure you’re in line to take home a little piece of nature!
HARRY STYLE CONCERT – 12th, 13th, 17th, 19th, 20th & 23rd June 2026
International superstar Harry Styles returns to London this summer for a spectacular six-night residency at Wembley Stadium as part of his Together, Together tour, bringing his acclaimed live show to one of the capital’s most iconic venues.
Each night promises an unforgettable mix of chart-topping hits and new music from his forthcoming album, with legendary country-pop star Shania Twain joining him as special guest across the Wembley dates
These London dates (his only UK performances this year) are set to be among the hottest tickets of 2026, with fans gearing up for a truly memorable summer of live music.
ROYAL ASCOT – 16th to 20th June 2026
This world-famous horse racing event is considered one of the most fashionable occasions in London’s sporting calendar.
Each year, Royal Ascot is attended by members of the Royal Family, including the King. Traditionally, there is a daily horse-drawn procession from Windsor Castle to Ascot Racecourse, led by the royal carriage. Founded by Queen Anne in 1711, the race is steeped in tradition, heritage, and pageantry.
SLEEPING BEAUTY – 25th to 28th June 2026
Sir Kenneth MacMillan’s exquisite production of The Sleeping Beauty comes to the Royal Albert Hall for the first time.
For wonder and enchantment, look no further than this classic fairytale ballet: experience all that is grand, gleaming and gorgeous with English National Ballet in this stunning version of one of the world’s favourite stories.
Brimming with beautiful choreography and sumptuous costumes, by legendary designer Nicholas Georgiadis, you’ll be whisked away to an enchanted land to a story of good versus evil.
This lavish spectacle is heightened by one of Tchaikovsky’s greatest ballet scores, played live by English National Ballet Philharmonic.
BST HYDE PARK – 27th June to 11th July 2026
Each summer, BST Hyde Park transforms one of London’s most elegant green spaces into a vibrant open-air concert series.
The 2026 edition will once again bring together world-class artists, food stalls, and a lively festival atmosphere just moments from the city’s cultural landmarks.
With performances spread across several weekends, guests can enjoy headline shows by night and explore central London by day.
The relaxed yet energetic setting makes BST Hyde Park a favourite for both visitors and locals alike. A standout seasonal event for anyone planning a summer stay in London.
LONDON BBC PROMS – July to September 2026
Each year the BBC Proms host two months of spectacular concerts, aiming to bring the very best in classical music to the city of London.
Shows include contemporary world premieres, family concerts and classical favourites, as well as performances from leading musicians, singers, orchestras and soloists from across the world.
The season culminates in the famous Last Night of The Proms, performed at the Royal Albert Hall – less than a mile from our front door.
WIMBLEDON – 29th June to 12th July 2026
Wimbledon is one of the UK’s proudest sporting events. Here, the world’s top players compete in what is the longest-running tennis tournament in history, and one of four annual Grand Slam tennis events held around the globe. You can experience two weeks of first-class tennis, and plenty of strawberries and cream.
The tournament attracts around 500,00 spectators each year, and millions of television viewers worldwide.
BRUNO MARS CONCERT – 18th, 19th, 22nd, 24th, 25th & 28th July 2026
Bruno Mars’s The Romantic Tour comes to Wembley Stadium this July 2026, marking his first full headline tour in nearly a decade and one of the biggest live music events of the summer in London.
Across six nights throughout July, the singer will perform a career-spanning set of his biggest hits alongside material from his new album The Romantic, delighting fans with his signature blend of pop, funk and R&B.
The atmosphere at Wembley promises to be electric, with the stadium’s vast scale and dynamic production providing the perfect backdrop for this highly anticipated return.
THE WEEKND CONCERT – 14th, 15th, 16th, 18th, 19th August 2026
The Weeknd brings his acclaimed After Hours Til Dawn Stadium Tour back to London this August with a run of large-scale shows at Wembley Stadium.
Spanning multiple nights, the concerts showcase his evolution from moody R&B to global pop phenomenon, delivered through a cinematic live production.
The scale of the show, paired with immersive visuals and precision staging, creates an atmosphere that builds steadily throughout the night. A defining moment of London’s summer concert season and a standout experience for live music fans.
NOTTING HILL CARNIVAL – 29th to 31st August 2026
Grab your friends, put on your most vibrant outfit and head to West London where you can groove to the beat at Notting Hill Carnival, Europe’s largest street festival.
It can feel like all of London turns out for this weekend, where the streets are packed, spirits are high and the music is loud.
A rainbow of colour, the bank holiday weekend is the perfect time to enjoy the sound systems, vibrant parades, drum bands, extravagant costumes, street food stalls and more!
BON JOVI CONCERT – 4th, 6th & 9th September 2026
Rock legends Bon Jovi will headline Wembley Stadium, bringing the highly anticipated Forever Tour to London. This will mark the band first major UK show in five years. Thousands of fans will gather to experience one of the world’s most iconic rock bands live.
Each show on The Forever Tour reflects the band’s enduring connection with fans, blending nostalgia with fresh excitement. Every performance offers a unique, unforgettable experience.
At Wembley Stadium, fans will enjoy soaring vocals, legendary guitar riffs, and an arena filled with energy and emotion. Bon Jovi will command the stage while the crowd sings every anthem back to them. The concert will showcase the band’s mastery of live performance and the spirit of classic rock at its finest.
BFI 70th Film Festival – 7th to 18th October 2026
It is the UK’s biggest film event, an 11 day bonanza of movies, big and small, at cinemas and venues across London and other major cities in England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland. Very much not a festival that’s just for the critics, snobs and VIPs, the LFF remains the most accessible of the world’s big film festivals.
FRIEZE ART FAIR – 14th October to 18th October 2026
One of the coolest dates in the London art calendar, join the gallery glitterati in Regent’s Park for the Frieze Art Fair.
View, browse and buy world-class art from the best international galleries in the stunning surroundings of one of the cities most famous parks, and enjoy the food and drink menus on offer, curated by some of London’s best and most exciting restaurants.
EFG LONDON JAZZ FESTIVAL – 13th to 22nd November 2026
Get in the groove at the EFG London Jazz Festival, which offers 10 days of live performances at venues including Barbican, Southbank Centre and the Royal Albert Hall. Bilal, Stella Cole and Nubya Garcia are among the names on this year’s programme.
The festival was created in 1992 by live music producers Serious and celebrating its thirty-third iteration in 2025. The aims of the festival remain the same as ever; celebrating jazz and its place in London, giving artists a platform for their work, and bringing music venues across the capital to life.
