What to do in London

About What to do in London

"Discover the best events happening in London, UK with our daily podcast. Stay updated on cultural events, festivals, food markets, and more. Your go-to guide for what’s happening in the heart of London!" This content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI.

Publisher

Inception Point AI

Category

society & culture

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

7 Aug 2024

Latest episode

19 Jun 2026

Latest episodes

236 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   19 Jun 2026

   London's Week Ahead: Jazz, Ancient Egypt, and Big Ideas Await

   London is buzzing this week, so if you are wondering what to do, you are absolutely spoiled for choice. Let’s walk through some of the standout things happening across the city from today through the weekend and into the coming days, so you can start plotting your perfect London adventure. If you are in the mood for live music and culture tonight, Songkick lists an intimate jazz show by Charlotte Colace at the legendary Ronnie Scott’s Jazz Club in Soho, a perfect option if you like your Friday nights with a side of cool sax lines and candlelit tables. Over in the City, IanVisits notes a fascinating morning event at Goldsmiths’ Hall called “Marks of deception: tackling fakes & forgeries in antique British silver,” where experts dig into the stories behind historic silver, from 10am to 1pm, ideal for anyone who loves craftsmanship and a good detective story in metal. For something more contemplative, Continuo Connect highlights the Academy of Ancient Music performing at the Barbican this evening, bringing baroque music to life in one of London’s great concert halls. If you prefer ideas and conversation, the British Academy is hosting its Ideas Festival Friday Late at Carlton House Terrace, according to the British Academy website, running from late afternoon into the evening with talks, discussions, and a relaxed atmosphere. It’s a great way to combine a glass of wine with big thoughts about art, politics, and the future. Looking to keep things going through the weekend, My Guide London lists Ramses and the Pharaohs’ Gold: The Exhibition, a blockbuster show exploring ancient Egyptian treasures, continuing through the week. It’s perfect for a Saturday or Sunday outing, especially if you want an indoor plan that still feels like a trip through time. The same guide also mentions stand-up comedy nights like the Big Belly comedy show, which offers entry plus a free drink – an easy, low-pressure way to end a day of sightseeing with some laughs. Classical and early music fans have extra treats: Continuo Connect points to free performances by students from the Guildhall School at venues such as St Mary’s New Church in Stoke Newington, part of the Stoke Newington Early Music Festival. These smaller, often daytime events are ideal if you want something relaxed, local, and budget-friendly without sacrificing quality. So whether you are into jazz in Soho, ancient silver in the City, big ideas in Westminster, pharaohs’ gold, or underground comedy, London this week has you covered. Thanks for tuning in, and don’t forget to subscribe so you never miss what’s happening in the city. This has been a quiet please production, for more check out quiet please dot ai.

2. 

   18 Jun 2026

   # London's Packed Week: Classical Concerts, Markets, and Festivals for Every Mood

   London is buzzing this week, so if listeners are in the capital and wondering what to do, there is plenty to keep things busy from today through the weekend. For classical music lovers, Continuo Connect lists a beautiful late-morning concert at The Old Church in Stoke Newington, where harpsichordist Masumi Yamamoto is performing at 11am as part of the Stoke Newington Early Music Festival, tickets around fifteen pounds. Later on, choral fans can head to Cadogan Hall in Chelsea for The Tallis Scholars this evening at 7.30pm, with a programme of Renaissance polyphony in one of London’s most comfortable concert halls. Wigmore Hall in Marylebone is also hosting violinist Isabelle Faust with fortepianist Kristian Bezuidenhout at 7.30pm, a chance to hear world-class chamber music in an intimate setting. If listeners want something more laid-back and local over the next few days, London Cheapo’s events guide highlights free outdoor life drawing classes, perfect for a sunny evening in one of the city’s parks, as well as the Furzedown and Tooting “Pridestravaganza” in south London, bringing live music, community stalls, and a family-friendly Pride celebration to the streets. They also flag vintage and flea markets such as the Phillimore Walk market in Kensington, with more than 30 traders selling retro fashion, furniture, and street food from mid-morning through late afternoon. According to IanVisits’ June 2026 calendar, culture fans this week can explore the British Academy Ideas Festival, with talks and debates in and around the British Academy’s headquarters off The Mall, and follow the E8 Art and Craft Trail in Hackney, where local artists open their studios and display work in cafés, arches, and community spaces. West End Live is also on the calendar, typically taking over Trafalgar Square at the weekend with free performances from major West End musicals, making it ideal for listeners who want a hit of theatre without buying a ticket. Sports and spectacle aren’t forgotten either. Royal Ascot Ladies’ Day is in full swing, and while the races officially take place in Berkshire, Londoners can enjoy the atmosphere at race-day screenings in pubs and rooftop bars across the city, dressing up for the occasion. At the same time, Londonist’s weekend recommendations and The Nudge’s “What’s On In London This Weekend” pick out outdoor cinema at Kew Gardens, interactive mini-golf art experiences, and live World Cup screenings at venues like TOCA Social at the O2, where interactive football games mix with big-match viewing and cocktails. Wherever listeners end up in London this week, there is something on for every mood, from quiet concerts in old churches to noisy festivals in city squares. Thanks for tuning in, and don’t forget to subscribe for more ideas on what to do next. This has been a quiet please production, for more check out quiet please dot ai.

3. 

   17 Jun 2026

   London's Got It All This Week: From Regent's Park Food Fest to Secret Sofar Sounds Shows

   London listeners, if you’re wondering what to do this week, you’ve picked a fantastic moment to be in the city. Food lovers, Regent’s Park is calling your name. A Taste of London is back, turning the park into a huge open‑air restaurant with dishes from some of the city’s best restaurants, live chef demos, and plenty of cocktails and craft drinks. According to WinCalendar’s event listings, this flagship festival runs across several days this week, so listeners can dip in after work or make a full weekend of it in the sun-soaked greenery of the park. For classical music fans tonight, Continuo Connect lists the Alternative History Quartet performing at St Clement Danes on the Strand at 7:30pm. Expect early music and inventive arrangements in a historic church lit by evening light. Over in Chiswick at 7pm, St Michael and All Angels Church hosts Allyn Wu and Louis Moisan, a chamber concert that’s perfect if listeners want something intimate, atmospheric, and away from the bustle of central London. If you’re after something more low‑key but cool, Songkick notes rapper and wordsmith Flintz is performing at a Sofar Sounds show in London. Sofar gigs usually happen in secret, small venues – living rooms, rooftops, quirky studios – with the address revealed just before the show. It’s a great way to discover new music and see an emerging artist up close. Looking ahead to the rest of the week, ianVisits’ June calendar highlights a run of fascinating cultural events. There’s a guided walk called “St Helena to Kensal Green: Exploring Napoleon’s Final Chapter,” a deep dive into history that links London’s cemeteries and Napoleonic lore – ideal for listeners who like a good story with their stroll. The British Academy Ideas Festival also continues, bringing talks, debates, and panel discussions with academics, writers, and thinkers across central London venues, perfect for an after‑work brain boost. As the weekend hits, keep an eye on Trafalgar Square and the West End. IanVisits reports that West End Live is on the June calendar, turning the square into a free musical theatre showcase with casts from major shows performing their biggest numbers on an outdoor stage. It’s a brilliant way to sample multiple West End hits in one go, and a great excuse to plan which full show to book next. And for something more local, events like the E8 Art and Craft Trail and Cody Dock’s Summer Festival appear on the June listings, offering canal‑side art, community stalls, live music, and family‑friendly activities in East London. These are perfect if you want to escape the central tourist crush and feel like a neighbourhood insider. Wherever you end up – tasting plates in Regent’s Park, show tunes in Trafalgar Square, or quiet chamber music in a west London church – London is packed with ways to make this week memorable. Thanks for tuning in, and don’t forget to subscribe so you never miss what’s on in the city. This has been a quiet please production, for more check out quiet please dot ai.

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