City of London Events Calendar

Looking for something to do in City of London? Whether you're a local, new in town or just cruising through we've got loads of great tips and events to offer. Find out what’s on in City of London with our regularly updated events calendar featuring the best upcoming events in City of London and the area.

This guide lists events at a glance, showing what’s on each month. See the highlights of What’s On for City of London, featuring the best of things to do in City of London – Live Music and Gigs, Family Events, Art & Culture, Food & Drink and much more. City of London fundraisers and charity events.


Important This Event Calendar is not maintained on a daily basis and some events may have changed dates or are no longer happening. Please double-check the event websites for the most up-to-date information.

  • Kurt Cobain Unplugged

    Royal College of Music Museum Prince Consort Road, London, SW72BS, London, London

    Experience rock history up close – see Kurt Cobain’s legendary Martin D-18E guitar on display for the first time in Europe. Reunited with his famous green cardigan from the MTV Unplugged performance, this exhibition celebrates the enduring influence of Kurt Cobain and Nirvana. Tickets are on sale from 30 April. Join the waitlist!

    £5
  • K-Music Festival

    Venues Across London https://serious.org.uk/k-music-2025, London, London

    Now in its twelfth year, the K-Music Festival returns in autumn 2025 with an expansive programme of concerts showcasing the diversity and innovation of contemporary Korean music. Running from October 1st to November 20th, the K-Music Festival is organised by the Korean Cultural Centre UK in partnership with Serious, producers of the EFG London Jazz […]

    Free
  • Marlene Brunch- Soul, Jazz, Burlesque and Brunch in the heart of London

    Engel Bar Engel Bar, The Mezzanine, Royal Exchange, London, London, London

    Engel, the cocktail bar and restaurant at The Royal Exchange, is launching the Marlene Brunch, a new Saturday series bringing together live music, theatrical performances, and one of the most delicious brunches in town. Named in homage to Marlene Dietrich, whose film Der Blaue Engel inspired Engel’s name, the series will feature soul, retro jazz, […]

    £2 – £50
  • Hand Building Ceramics with Lauren McNicoll – SET Ceramics, City of London

    SET 35 Crutched Friars, London, London

    Join ceramicist Lauren McNicoll for an immersive 8-week Hand Building course at SET Ceramics, run by SET, a contemporary arts organisation and registered charity in London. This vibrant community pottery studio, located near Fenchurch Street Station, offers a welcoming space for beginners and intermediate makers to explore the fundamentals of sculpting, building, and decorating with […]

    £224 – £280
  • Fragmented Mirror 2025: Troupe 22 New Writers’ Festival

    Arches Lane Theatre Arches Lane, London, London

    Fragmented Mirror 2025: Troupe 22 New Writers’ Festival TICKETS: https://www.archeslanetheatre.com/fragmentedmirror  NEW WRITERS’ FESTIVAL: Troupe 22 Theatre Company is thrilled to announce the third annual Fragmented Mirror, a fearless festival celebrating bold new writing and emerging voices in theatre. Running from 11th–16th November 2025 at Arches Lane Theatre, Battersea, this festival promises to be our most courageous […]

    £5 – £25
  • HAMMERSMITH WINTER FESTIVAL

    HAMMERSMITH KINGS STREET LYRICS SQUARE, London, London

    Our annual Hammersmith Winter Festival is returning to King Street and Lyric Square on Saturday 15 November. The road will be filled with live music, street entertainers and more than 120 market stalls to browse and shop from. It's part of our work to support local businesses and make H&F the best borough to live, […]

    Free
  • Emel Mathlouthi only UK show in London

    The Garage 20-22 Highbury Corner, London, London

    Emel Mathlouthi. Revolutionary artist and creative returns to London. Youtube: https://youtu.be/d2SNX3bfYKw?si=qcvc7JjHNvYod_39 Since her debut in 2011 with ‘Kelmti Horra’ (‘My Word is Free’), a track which became a hymn to freedom in the middle of the Arab Spring, Emel has not stopped to release revolutionary albums-where Emel collaborated with the composer behind Björk and SigurRós. […]

    £36.25
  • The Three Bears

    Half Moon Theatre, 43 White Horse Road, London E1 0ND Half Moon Theatre, 43 White Horse Road, London E1 0ND, London, London

    The Three Bears live on stage – a hilarious family fairy tale remix!  Family favourites Full House Theatre and Daryl & Co will be taking to the stage soon with their sensational brand-new show, The Three Bears. Whist filled with all the familiar charm of the beloved classic children’s story, this fun-filled family theatre show […]

    £1 – £12.50
  • St Ceciliatide Celebration

    Stationers' Hall Ave Maria Lane, London, London

    Help Musicians is hosting a special evening of music, as part of the 2025 St Ceciliatide Festival. Supported by the Musicians’ Company and the Stationers’ Company, this event will take place on Saturday, 22 November 2025, from 6.00pm to 9.00pm, at the historic Stationers’ Hall. This event will be held in honour of St Cecilia, […]

    £110
  • Mater Harmonia

    St Paul’s Church Bedford Street, London, London

    Mater Harmonia is more than just a concert – it’s a celebration of music, motherhood, and the power of community. What began as a Facebook support group called Muso Mums, has grown into a thriving network of professional musicians who are also mothers, sharing everything from repertoire suggestions to recording rates, childcare challenges to career […]

    £10

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