This summer, Kids Week gives families the perfect excuse to discover the West End, says Chris Johnson. What started as a week to promote theatre productions in London has become so popular it now runs throughout the school summer holidays (to 31 Aug). During Kids Week, a child aged 17 and under can go free...

Whatever the weather, plan your perfect day out this summer at The O2, one of the world’s most popular live entertainment, leisure and retail destinations. From high-octane thrills and immersive entertainment to dining, movies and Outlet Shopping, The O2 has something for everyone. Just 15 minutes from central London, it’s the capital’s go-to destination for...

Award-winning actor, writer and director Christine Lahti will make her London stage debut this summer in her acclaimed autobiographical play The Smile of Her, running at the Marylebone Theatre from 10 July to 29 August 2026. Directed by Mêlisa Annis, the production marks both Lahti’s first UK stage appearance and the London premiere of the...

The internationally acclaimed State Ballet of Georgia will return to the London Coliseum this summer with a spectacular new production of Swan Lake, running for a limited season from 17 to 26 July 2026.   Led by world-renowned ballerina and Artistic Director Nina Ananiashvili, the company returns to London following its acclaimed 2024 season, bringing...

The Royal Borough of Greenwich is the perfect destination for a day of family culture – Beatrice Squires says the only problem is you won’t know where to start. Famous as the home of Greenwich Mean Time and the Prime Meridian Line, the borough also boasts a UNESCO World Heritage Site featuring the Royal Observatory,...

Buckingham Palace – King Charles III and Queen Camilla’s official London residence – throws open its golden gates for its annual Summer Opening (9 Jul-27 Sep). Anna Frame reports. Take this chance to snoop around one of the world’s most famous palaces and explore its ceremonial State Rooms, full of Old Masters and dripping with...

As America prepares to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, London offers a surprisingly rich slice of Americana, from Fourth of July celebrations, smoky barbecue joints and Broadway blockbusters to historic landmarks that are tied to the long-standing transatlantic relationship between the two nations. Fourth of July Independence Day may be a...

Make the most of July with our pick of London’s unmissable seasonal experiences, from rooftop moments and outdoor festivals to family days out and hidden gems. Summer in London has a way of turning even the simplest moments into lasting memories. Long evenings stretch into golden sunsets, parks fill with picnickers, outdoor stages come alive...

Seconds away from The Old Vic, Backstage Cafe & Bar is one of Waterloo’s best-kept secrets — a relaxed and stylish destination where theatre heritage meets community. Whether you are heading to a performance, catching up with friends or simply looking for a welcoming place to eat and unwind, Backstage offers a vibrant atmosphere in the heart of the capital’s creative scene. Backstage By Day...