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On Stage
By Will Noble

Dance Version Of The Breakfast Club Coming To London Stage In 2027

Don't you forget about that.
Transport
By Will Noble

At A Glance: What's Happening With London's Transport In 2027

Station closures // tram-iversary // more Superloops!
Christmas in London
By Londonist

Where To Dine And Drink In An Igloo In London This Winter

Delectable domes for seasonal socialising.
Things To Do

See Thousands Of Peace Doves Inside The Old Royal Naval College's Stunning Painted Hall

Poignant art inside a Baroque masterpiece.
History
By M@

The Lost Island Of Shadwell

Rediscovering a lost island... by colouring in maps.

Christmas in London
By Laura Reynolds

Christmas 2026 Carol Concerts In London To Get You Feeling All Kinds Of Festive

Including one with dogs.

Christmas in London
By Londonist

Santa Steam Express: Meet Father Christmas On A Vintage Train In London

The kids will be chuffed.
Comedy
Opinion By Joz Norris

"Why I Became The Phantom Of The Opera... In The Guise Of Hugh Jackman"

"He's kind of a colossal prat, in truth."
Christmas in London
By Londonist

Columbia Road's Late Night Christmas Shopping Wednesdays Return For 2026

Xmas shopping with a little less stress.
Weekend
By Londonist

Things To Do In London This Weekend: 7-8 November 2026

Top events in London this Saturday and Sunday.
Christmas in London
By Laura Reynolds

Oxford Street's Harry Potter Christmas Lights 2026: Details And Switch-On Date Announced

Starry nights are back, with added magic.
Shopping
By Londonist

London Christmas Gift Guide 2026: Ideas For The Londoner Who Has Everything

Books, booze and banging stocking fillers.
Free & Cheap
By Londonist

Free Things To Do In London This Week: 2-8 November 2026

Events that don't cost a penny.
Features
Opinion By Katya Lebedeva

What It's Like Playing A Grand Piano Through The Streets Of London

A moving concert, in more ways than one.
Best Of London
By Londonist

Best Of Londonist: 26 October-1 November 2026

The best articles published on Londonist this past week.
Things To Do
By Londonist

Things To Do In London This Week: 2-8 November 2026

See what's on in London today.
Things To Do
By Ishani Jasmin

Places To Volunteer In London's Social Justice Spaces

Do good! Feel good! Stay sane!