Hey listeners, welcome to your friendly guide for what to do in London this week, starting right now on this vibrant Thursday in April 2026. Kick things off today with an epic rugby clash at Allianz Stadium in Twickenham, where the Sea Eagles take on the Dolphins at 3 p.m. ET—perfect for sports fans craving high-energy action under the spring sun, as listed on Eventbrite.
Dive into culture tonight at the Hayward Gallery on the Southbank for their one-night-only Lates event featuring Chiharu Shiota’s mesmerizing Threads of Life and Yin Xiuzhen’s Heart to Heart installations. Expect live performances, creative tours, poetry slams, and after-hours vibes from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m., all for just £7 according to Secret London.
Tomorrow, Friday the 3rd, head to Tulleys Farm for the start of their Tulip Fest, bursting with 1.5 million tulips in over 100 varieties, a 33-meter observation wheel, live performers, and evening light trails—a short Thameslink ride away for that ultimate spring flower fix.
Saturday the 4th brings family fun at Camden Market’s free Easter weekender, packed with a family rave, 3D Art Egg Trail, Easter bonnet crafting, and walk-in activities across both weekend days. Meanwhile, Buff Bingo’s Drag Bottomless Brunch at The Garden Vauxhall offers 90 minutes of free-flowing drinks, bingo, games, drag hosts, and buff butlers for a lively afternoon boogie.
Music lovers, gear up for a stellar lineup: Catch Freddie Gibbs at Brixton Academy on the 8th for his Last Rabbit tour, Belle and Sebastian celebrating 30 years of Tigermilk and If You’re Feeling Sinister at Royal Albert Hall on the 8th and 9th, or Craig David rewinding hits at Hammersmith Apollo on the 9th. Punk fans, Fucked Up rocks The Dome tonight if you can swing it.
Midweek magic hits with the Roundhouse Three-Sixty festival from the 8th to 29th, starring Kae Tempest launching his new book Having Spent Life Seeking, Amaarae’s UK premiere of Black Star Experience, and a fresh play from Daniel Kaluuya’s Centre 59. Candlelight fans, unwind at Central Hall Westminster on the 25th to Ed Sheeran and Coldplay classics reimagined on strings amid floral displays and flickering candles.
Cycle-spotters, watch for The Tweed Run on Saturday the 18th, with dapper pedallers in tweed cruising the city, pausing for tea, picnics, and cocktails. Bookworms, the North London Book Fest at Alexandra Palace from the 23rd to 26th features Alan Hollinghurst, Tessa Hadley, Michael Rosen, and more in talks, signings, and Q&As. Jazz swings in at Brick Lane Festival from the 23rd to 26th with CARI, David Mrakpor, and top acts amid beigels and bargains.
Don’t miss ongoing gems like Ramses and the Pharaohs’ Gold at NEON Battersea Power Station through May, with 180 ancient artefacts, immersive battles, and VR to Abu Simbel. Tulips bloom at Hampton Court Palace’s festival from the 11th to 26th, included in grounds admission.
London’s buzzing, listeners—get out there and make memories!
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