Things to doThe 10 best free Halloween events in London 2026Compete in a pumpkin carving contest, bob for apples or brave a mystery film screening aboard an old ship
RestaurantsThe founders of one of London’s finest bars are launching an oyster barBerryman’s will be serving a rotating menu of martinis, alongside bites from ex-Claridge’s chef Ethan Pack
NightlifeA beloved east London record store is at risk of closureThe free-to-enter space opened in 2016 and said it had received noise complaints from a new residential building
TheatreThe musical adaptation of ‘The Notebook’ is coming to London’s West EndThe European premiere will be the first show to run at the newly-renamed Judi Dench Theatre
TravelLondon tube and train disruption this weekend: full list of closures for October 24-25 2026These are all the details on major District line closures, Circle line cancellations and more this Saturday and Sunday
ShoppingPokémon is finally opening a permanent store in LondonNo more four-hour queues and pre-booked time at pop-ups, the capital is officially getting a forever Pokémon shop
Things to doTickets for London New Year’s Eve Fireworks Show 2026 go on sale this weekIt’s one of the most famous New Year’s Eve firework displays in the world and demand is high, so here is everything you need to know about getting tickets
RestaurantsMuch loved south London pizza parlour Theo’s is opening a new locationIt’ll be serving half-price meals next month while the new spot gets off the ground
TheatreAlan Bennett’s classic play ‘The History Boys’ is returning to London’s West EndNicholas Hytner will re-direct the seminal ’00s smash for its first West End run in 20 years
Things to doThe 6 best free things to do in London this weekend [October 23-25 2026]A big Diwali party, a punk art show, a storytelling fest and an Oatly giveaway all feature in our big budget-saving roundup