Your weekly roundup of Londonist news and features.
In Photos: A First Look At The V&A's New Freddie Mercury Exhibition
"If I could afford it, I would have a pyramid built in Kensington."
Let's Dance! Epic New Bowie Show Coming To London
Subject to Change arrives in 2028.
These Haunting West London Houses Have Gone All Out For Halloween
Are you brave enough to wander these streets?
Dazzling Winter Light Trails To Visit In London: Christmas 2026
Plus a glowing steam train!
Where To Volunteer In London: Christmas 2026
Want to make the world a little better this Christmas? Here's how 👇
"The One Place Where The Whole Town Turns Up": Beckenham's 100-Year-Old Cinema Is Under Threat
Odeon could become a church.
Your Guide To Christmas 2026 At The Royal Albert Hall
A spectacular festive season starts here. (sponsor)
A Mariah Carey Christmas Bar Is Coming To London
I hear those till bells ringing...
10 Ghost Signs To Send A Shiver Down Your Spine
In the best possible way.
Create Unique Presents At This Free LEGO® Giftmas Workshop
Merry Brickmas! (sponsor)
The Churchill Arms: London's Most Festive Pub Announces 2026 Christmas Light Switch-On Date
Kensington boozer's famous festive glow-up.
Thanksgiving 2026 In London: Celebrate At American Restaurants, Special Meals And Events
Get booking for 26 November.
East 17's Tony Mortimer Is Throwing A 90s Themed Christmas Party
Daytime rave with fur-trimmed boybander.
Apply To Become The Label On A Bottle Of Wine
(No, we're not drunk.)
Where To Watch Dickens' A Christmas Carol On Stage In London
Traditional retellings to drunk adaptations.
An Historical Stroll Around St Albans
A jaunt to our neighbouring city.
Where To See Agatha Christie's Work On Stage In London This Autumn
The Queen of Crime treads the boards.
Festive Theatre Shows To Enchant The Whole Family This Christmas
Santa, Disney and The Snowman live on stage.
Looking Ahead: Things To Do In London This Week: 26 October-1 November 2026
Our pick of ways to spend your time in London this week.