Free & Cheap

On a budget? Looking for something free to do in London? There is plenty on offer for less than £5 - and we're here to help. London doesn't have to be as expensive as you think.
Beyond London
By Laura Reynolds

Where To Go Pumpkin Picking Near London: Autumn 2026

Oh. My. GOURD.
Things To Do
By Will Noble

Bermondsey Street Festival: A Day Of Music, Food Stalls And A Dog Show

Village vibes near London Bridge.
Festivals
By M@

Open House London 2026: The Best New Buildings To Visit

Use this filter to find new additions.
Free & Cheap
By Londonist

Free Things To Do In London This Week: 31 August-6 September 2026

Events that don't cost a penny.
Things To Do
By Will Noble

Leadenhall Market Is Getting A Tiny Parade Of Shops

And a wine window too!
Museums & Galleries
By M@

Science Museum To Attempt A Star Trek World Record

Join in with the Vulcan salute.
Things To Do
By Will Noble

Pearly Kings And Queens Harvest Festival: Have A Right Old Knees-Up At This Legendary Event

The true cockney spirit lives on.
Free & Cheap
By Londonist

Free Things To Do In London This Week: 24-30 August 2026

Events that don't cost a penny.
Transport
By Will Noble

Ride On Vintage London Buses For Free This October

All aboard the 106!
Beyond London
By M@

Visit *The Other* Dr Johnson's House, In Lichfield

The scribe's childhood home is a gem.
Free & Cheap
By Londonist

Free Things To Do In London This Week: 17-23 August 2026

Events that don't cost a penny.
Things To Do
By Will Noble

See A Celebrity Herd 50 Sheep Over Southwark Bridge

Not something you witness every day.
Free & Cheap
By Londonist

Free Things To Do In London This Week: 10-16 August 2026

Events that don't cost a penny.
Festivals
By M@

Doggett's Coat And Badge: See The Annual Thames River Race

It's the oldest boat race in the world.
Things To Do
By Will Noble

Marionettes Exhibition Celebrates 65 Years Of Little Angel Theatre

Free entry, no strings attached.
Things To Do
By Laura Reynolds

Dozens Of Vintage Boats Moor Up In Central London This September

The (free!) Classic Boat Festival is back at St Katharine Docks.
Things To Do
By Londonist

Black On The Square Is Back In Trafalgar Square This Weekend

Latest annual celebration on cultural calendar.
Things To Do
By Will Noble

Totally Thames 2026: London's Month-Long Festival Of All Things Riverine

A marathon along the Thames and an Indian ceremony of light.
Free & Cheap
By Londonist

Free Things To Do In London This Week: 3-9 August 2026

Events that don't cost a penny.
Things To Do
By Will Noble

The Great River Race 2026: The London Marathon... But On The Thames

Passing beneath 28 bridges.
Free & Cheap
By Londonist

Free Things To Do In London This Week: 27 July-2 August 2026

Events that don't cost a penny.
Things To Do
By Londonist

Brompton Cemetery Comes To Life With This Annual Open Day

It's free, too.
Things To Do
By Londonist

Thamesmead Festival: Outrageously Fun Party In South London This August

Music, comedy and a dog show.
Things To Do
By Will Noble

A Scotch Egg Race Through Leadenhall Market

Win a £100 bar tab... or a scotch egg at least.