Things To Do This Weekend In London: 28-29 June 2025
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PRINT FAIR: The summer edition of the Woolwich Contemporary Print Fair takes over Woolwich Works, bringing together galleries and studios including Rhodes Editions, Soho Review and Jealous Gallery, and, for the first time, you can acquire work directly from some of their artists. Also on the programme: live music, family-friendly demos and workshops, and food and drink stalls. 28-29 June
FLEA WEEKENDER: Go East Vintage takes over Hackney Depot for the Flea Weekender, bringing together sellers offering everything from vintage clothing and jewellery to art, homeware and furniture. 28-29 June
ZACH BRYAN: At time of writing, there are still tickets available to see American singer-songwriter Zach Bryan performing at BST Hyde Park on both Saturday and Sunday this weekend. It's the first of three weekends of big gigs at the festival, with the free BST Open House schedule taking place on the weekdays in between. 28-29 June
WILDLIFE PHOTOGRAPHER: One of our favourite annual exhibitions, Wildlife Photographer of the Year at the Natural History Museum showcases images from all over the planet depicting the beauty and power of nature, and the struggles it faces due to environmental issues. This weekend is your last chance to see this edition, and it's likely to be busy so book ahead if you can. Until 29 June
THIN BLACK LINES: The ICA opens new exhibition, Connecting Thin Black Lines 1985-2025, celebrating 40 years since The Thin Black Line, the groundbreaking group show of young Black and Asian women artists at the ICA in 1985. Lubaina Himid curates works by all of the original artists — including Brenda Agard, Sutapa Biswas, Chila Kumari Burman, Claudette Johnson and Maud Sulter — including new commissions, and works created over the intervening four decades. 24 June-7 September
WORLD OF WASPS: It's the first weekend of UCL Grant Museum of Zoology's new, free exhibition World of Wasps, which reveals the hidden world of the oft-misunderstood creatures, using UCL research to delve into their homes, lives and relationships. There's a family workshop with artist, lecturer and creative arts facilitator Jaquie Feldman on Saturday, encouraging you to reimagine what you think about wasps. FREE, 25 June-24 January
THIRST: Humanity's vital connection with freshwater is explored in Thirst, a new exhibition at Wellcome Collection. 125 objects, including artworks, historical artefacts and up-to-date research, take visitors through five distinct water conditions (aridity, rain, glaciers, surface water, groundwater), highlighting the impact of access to freshwater on health and ecosystems, from ancient Mesopotamia and Victorian London to modern-day Nepal and Singapore. FREE, 26 June-1 February
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Saturday 28 June
CATAN CONNECT: Strategy board game Catan, set in a desert island world, is in the spotlight at the Oval Stadium, which hosts the London part of global event CATAN – Connect The World, marking the game's 30th anniversary. Head there to learn the game, take part in casual matches, and watch the main event with people from all over the world taking part. 10am-6pm
ROYAL WHARF SUMMER FETE: Royal Wharf Park near Silvertown holds its annual summer fete, offering live music performances and DJ sets, garden games, children's entertainment, a waterfront market and food and drink options. FREE, 11am-5pm
DRAG BOTTOMLESS BRUNCH: Every Saturday, Queen of Hoxton has a drag bottomless brunch, hosted by drag queens, with games, DJs, musical bingo, competitions and prizes. Your ticket includes 60 minutes of bottomless drinks (fizz or mimosas) and a selection of tacos and churros. Slay! 2pm-6pm
FAWLTY TOWERS: I know nothing! Beloved British sitcom Fawlty Towers is back on stage at the Apollo Theatre, with Danny Bayne, Paul Nicholas, Joanne Clifton and Helen Lederer heading up an 18-strong cast, recreating classic moments from the 1970s TV series. 2.30pm/7.30pm (and until 13 September)
POTTY THE PLANT: Adult comedy musical Potty the Plant ends its run at Wilton's Music Hall, starring Potty, a singing, talking, tap dancing (obvs) potted plant, involved in mysterious events which begin to occur at Little Boo Boo's General Hospital. 3pm/7.30pm
AS YOU LIKE IT: As part of the East London Shakespeare Festival, see As You Like It performed outdoors in Alexandra Park, in the shadow of Ally Pally. The family-friendly production blends contemporary London culture with the Bard's wit, with the Forest of Arden reimagined as a lively festival of music, cabaret, and revelry. 3pm/7.30pm
PIZZUP: Designed as a night out for women, PIZZUP at Between the Bridges offers a welcoming and safe place to enjoy food, drink and music. Special guest DJs Lisa Maffia and Romeo and DJ Nikki Beatnik are on the line-up, and your ticket includes two glasses of prosecco. There will also be glitter. 5pm-10.45pm
HOOK UP SUPPER: Supper club Connected Plates throws The Hook-Up Supper, a summer party celebrating classic American BBQ, set on floating pirate ship The Oiler Bar, at the Royal Docks. Designed for "bikers, alt kids, and lovers of loud music and great food", expect a four-course feast inspired by classic cookout staples and served up family-style, accompanied by a live blues band. Tickets include the four-course menu, a welcome drink, a goodie bag and raffle ticket. 5pm-11pm
MIDSUMMER CEILIDH: The Ceilidh Liberation Front takes over Grand Junction in Paddington for a Midsummer Ceilidh. It's open to everyone, no dancing experience necessary, with live music to accompany the steps. 7pm-10.30pm
LONESOME PINES: American vocalist Hilary Gardner and her band, The Lonesome Pines, bring the sounds of the American West to Brasserie Zedel. Hear them perform tracks from their 2024 debut album On the Trail with The Lonesome Pines at the Piccadilly Circus venue. 7pm
CHARITY COMEDY: Tom Deacon, Paul Foot, Lucy Porter, Nabil Abdulrashid, Javier Jarquin, Michelle Shaughnessy, Pierre Novellie and Fatiha El-Ghorri are the comedians appearing at the Stand Up for The Loss Foundation Comedy Night 2025, taking place at Union Chapel in Islington and raising money for the cancer bereavement charity. 7.30pm-10pm
NOUGHTS AND CROSSES: Malorie Blackman's powerful novel Noughts & Crosses plays at Regent's Park Open-Air Theatre, set in a dystopian Britain and telling the story of two young friends divided by racial segregation. It's a tough watch, featuring racism and oppression, violent scenes, sexual references, swearing and depictions of hanging, so may not be suitable for all young people. Age 14+. 7.45pm (and until 26 July)
Sunday 29 June
STRATEGY GAMES FESTIVAL: Ravenscourt Park's Mind Sports Centre hosts the London Strategy Games Festival, where you can learn various tabletop strategy games from experts and play with like-minded participants. Everyone's welcome, whether you're a regular player or completely new, with four rooms offering different games throughout the day, including Chess, Hive, Bridge and Othello. 10.15am-8.30pm
SUMMER MARKET: Curated by Dapper & Suave brings a summer market to the Great Conservatory at Syon Park. Browse stalls by independent brands and small businesses selling art, fashion, beauty, skincare, candles, jewellery and more. 10.30am-4.30pm
YACHT CLUB OPEN DAY: Twickenham Yacht Club has an annual open day, when the community is invited inside to try a range of water-based activities including sailing, paddleboarding, cruising and yachting. You need to be able to swim or keep yourself afloat in order to take part, and buoyancy aids are provided. FREE, 11am-3pm
CLOCK TOWER TOUR: Islington Guided Walks once again offer a tour of the 45m-high Caledonian Clock Tower. Climb the 178 steps to the top, to enjoy 360° views across London, learning about the tower's history as part of the Caledonian Meat Market and getting a glimpse inside the pendulum clock (which is older than Big Ben). 1pm
SUMMER IN THE PARK: Pack a picnic (and picnic blanket) and head to Maryon Park in Charlton for Summer in the Park, a free-entry, family-friendly festival offering an afternoon of performances from local community groups. Full programme TBC — keep an eye on the website. 1pm-6pm
COMEDY CLUB 4 KIDS: Aimed at children aged six+ and their families, Comedy Club 4 Kids pitches up at Park Theatre, offering a regular comedy show, but with jokes suitable for the younger audience. Expect to see stand-ups, sketch acts and cabaret stars from the international circuit, including Charlotte Cropper, Matt Green and more acts TBC. 3pm
STRAWBERRY HILL BBQ: Enjoy a community BBQ and picnic in the grounds of Strawberry Hill House in Twickenham. Bring your own picnic or enjoy an Argentine-style charcoal BBQ at the Garden Cafe, along with live music, children's entertainment, a fairy trail in the Woodland Walk, and a raffle with a chance to win prizes. 3pm-6.30pm
STAR-TAKER: Experience live music on board replica ship the Golden Hinde, near London Bridge. The 24-strong Choir of Fitzwilliam College, Cambridge performs an evening of choral music, with a chance to explore the ship included with your ticket. 5.30pm
SUMMER POETRY EVENING: Tamsin Greig, Paterson Joseph, Ben Miles and Ron Cook take part in a summer poetry evening at St Martin's Church in Kensal Rise, raising money for Talitha Arts, an organisation which offers therapeutic art workshops. 7pm