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OUT OF THE WINGS FESTIVAL: A celebration of theatre in translation returns to the Cervantes Theatre for five days of readings and workshops. Discover some of the best dramas to come out of Latin America and Spain, and get better acquainted with the art of translation by twisting tiny tales before getting tied up in knots at an aerial skills class. Cervantes Theatre (Waterloo), £10, book ahead, 2-6 July
WIREWORK: Ever heard of The Owl House? Decades ago, in a remote South African village, a reclusive woman and a local shepherd joined forces in the face of apartheid prejudice to turn the former's abode into an extraordinary piece of art. See the true story of Helen Martins and Koos Malgas brought to life on stage in the UK premiere of Wirework. Tristan Bates Theatre (Covent Garden), £15, book ahead, 2.30pm/7.30pm, 3-7 July
SHAKESPEARE IN THE SQUARES: In the immortal words of the Bard, all the world's a stage. One theatre company has taken this quite literally, bringing Shakespeare's enchanting tale of love and escape — As You Like It — to London's lush city squares. So pack a picnic and get ready for a celebration of music, desire, and the great outdoors. Various locations, £20, book ahead, 20 June-11 July
FOX MARKS THE SPOT: There are more foxes in Bankside than you might think. Discover variations of the bushy-tailed creatures — from a three-metre-tall 3D artwork to a golden fox with a silver tail — as part of Hilton London Bankside's fun trail Fox Marks the Spot. Collect a map from Hilton London Bankside, free, until 31 August
Monday 2 July
BAD ROMANCE: Go gaga for Gaga at this dance masterclass. Drink, Shop & Do is taking it back to 2009 to teach you all the moves to Lady Gaga's smash hit Bad Romance. Drink, Shop & Do (King's Cross), £15, book ahead, 6.45pm-8.15pm
A MATHEMATICAL MIND: In an era where truth is buried beneath soundbites and spin, seeing clearly is more important than ever. Harness the timeless art of logic by learning to think like a mathematician with the help of scientist Eugenia Cheng. The Royal Institution, £16, book ahead, 7pm-8.30pm
DARK HORSE: Sarah Keyworth, one of the UK comedy scene's rising stars, weaves a semi-autobiographical tale about discover her own sexuality and gender identity, in a candid debut hour that ponders the expectations thrust onto young girls and explores how to cast them aside. Pleasance Theatre (Islington), £5, book ahead, 7.45pm
Tuesday 3 July
FOUNDHER: The UK's first women-only members' club AllBright is bringing back its festival for working women for the second year running. From building a brand to strengthening your resilience, lots of industry experts will be dropping in to share their experience. There's also plenty of fun, too — with live comedy, life-drawing and much more. The Allbright (Fitzrovia), various, book ahead, 3-5 July
UPSLIDE DOWN: Do you have it in you to race up the UK's tallest sculpture? Make it to the top of the ArcelorMittal Orbit and you'll be rewarded with 360 degree views of our fair city, a drink, and the world's longest tunnel slide to take you all the way back down to Earth. Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park (Stratford), £35, book ahead, 6.15pm-9pm
ROMAN DEAD: Discover how the residents of old Londinium laid their loved ones to rest at a panel discussion on Roman beliefs, funerary rites, and burial practices. You'll then have an hour to explore the museum's excellent Roman Dead exhibition, which includes a newly discovered sarcophagus on display for the first time. Museum of London, £12, book ahead, 6.30pm
10 WOMEN X 10 DECADES: See London through the eyes of 10 women born in 10 different decades. You'll meet a Rabbi, a wild swimmer, a young mum evicted from her home, a bodybuilder and a vascular surgeon. It's also a chance to see rare archive footage of women in London over the past century. Deptford Cinema, £6, book ahead, 7pm-9pm
Wednesday 4 July
FOURTH OF JULY FESTIVITIES: Beer pong, buffalo wing eating contests, and a cheerleading squad all feature in this Fourth of July blow out that's as American as apple pie. Did we mention that there's also a supersize hot sauce fountain? Last Days of Shoreditch, £7.04 (geddit?), book ahead, 5pm-11pm. See what else is going on for Independence Day in our round-up.
FUTURE SOUNDS: Get your groove on at an evening of R&B, jazz and soul while helping support grassroots music venues up and down the country. All the profits raised from Future Sounds, which features performances from Boadi And The Banku Powers, Geejay, and Ada, goes to the Music Venue Trust's Fightback campaign. The Islington, £9, book ahead, 7pm-10.30pm
THE UNSEEN HOUR: A man falls in love with his new smartphone operating system, while a couple have an existential crisis over their breakfast options at this live recording of comedy horror podcast The Unseen Hour. Expect macabre mayhem, and the odd chill down your spine. Rosemary Branch Theatre, £8, book ahead, 8pm
Thursday 5 July
DINING IN THE SKY: If you've got a fear of heights, now would be the time to look away. However if you're a thrill-seeker, and a foodie to boot, we've got your dream event. Choose between brekkie, brunch, lunch or dinner to feast on at a table suspended 100 feet above the ground while you take in spectacular views of the city. London In The Sky (South Bank), from £50, book ahead, 5-15 July
CITY BEER FEST: Treat yourself to a couple of frosty ones at City Beerfest 2018. There's live music and street food to line your stomach, plus all the proceeds go to the City Music Foundation and the Lord Mayor's Appeal. Guildhall Yard, various price packages available, 12.30pm-9pm
GWENIFER RAYMOND: Welsh multi-instrumentalist Gwenifer Raymond is bringing her banjo to Islington for a night of moody, American Primitive-styled compositions. The Islington, £6, book ahead, 7.30pm
PENGUIN PRIDE DAY: Penguin Live are flying the rainbow flag for some talented LGBTQ+ writers this evening. Award-winning playwright Toby Campion presents a lineup of some of the UK's most prolific queer authors, include poets Jay Bernard and Dizraeli, and writer Matthew Todd. Cargo (Shoreditch), £17.50, book ahead, 7pm-1am
Friday 6 July
BELLRINGING WALK: Take a stroll through the history of Camberwell, from quaint country village to crowded Victorian suburb whose social tensions threatened to tear it asunder. Your journey culminates at the belfry of St Giles, where the resident bellringers will share the secrets of their ancient craft. Meet at Denmark Hill Station, £20, book ahead, 5pm-8pm
LEAVE 'EM LAUGHING: With 50 acts over two days, this comedy festival offers a whole lot of giggles. Pick whichever show tickles your fancy, or opt for a weekend ticket for a full on laughter binge. Stanley Halls (Norwood), £30, book ahead, 6-7 July
OLD DIRTY BRASSTARDS: London's finest brass and drum troupe brings two blistering sets of brassy covers to Omeara to celebrate the end of term. Students, teachers, grads — say goodbye to the academic year in style. The Omeara (London Bridge), £10, book ahead, 7pm
TWELFTH NIGHT: See Tamsin Greig take the lead role in the National Theatre's production of Twelfth Night without paying a penny. Sound too good to be true? Our media partner, Wembley Park, is hosting a special encore screening of their acclaimed National Theatre Live broadcast, so pull up a deckchair and get ready for a serious dose of culture. Arena Square (Wembley Park), free, just turn up, 7.30pm
FLAMING FLAMINGO CURRY CLUB: Feast on authentic Thai cuisine as Kalicooking teams up with Curry Nights for a plant-based supper club. Bring a bottle along to Benk + Bo's palm-filled oasis and get ready to soak up those south east Asian flavours. Benk + Bo (Aldgate East), £35, book ahead, 7.30pm-10.30pm
Saturday 7 July
PECKHAM SALVAGE YARD: Have a rummage through a trove of vintage treasures in Peckham. With over 50 traders, Peckham Salvage Yard offers all sorts of curiosities and collectables. Copeland Gallery (Peckham), free, just turn up, 11am-6pm, repeated tomorrow
PRIDE IN LONDON PARADE: London's biggest LGBTQ+ event of the year returns to celebrate visibility across the sexuality spectrum and campaign for full equality. In 2017, thousands of people descended upon the capital to take part in the annual Pride In London Parade, and you can expect the streets of London to be similarly heaving with festivities this year. Central London, free, just turn up, from noon
FILM MUSIC: From caped crusaders to boy wizards, celebrate your favourite silver screen heroes through the magic of music. The Royal Philharmonic Orchestra will be performing the scores from fantasy, adventure, and superhero blockbusterS — including Indiana Jones, Harry Potter, and Wonder Woman. Royal Albert Hall, from £20, book ahead, 2.30pm
THE COLOUR BALL: Pride celebrations continue with notorious party purveyors Sink The Pink. Their colour ball is slated to be one of the biggest LGBT+ events of the year. 02 Brixton Academy (Brixton), £35, book ahead, 9pm-4am
Sunday 8 July
COLOR RUN: Billed as the happiest 5k on the planet, The Color Run will see you cross the finish line in a kaleidoscope of colour, having been mercilessly pelted with powder paint along the way. This year's theme is Marvel-lous, so get ready to unleash your inner superhero. Wembley Park, £28, book ahead, 11am
HERBAL REMEDY MAKING: When it comes to self-care, it's all about getting back to basics. Learn how to concoct your own restorative natural goodies including a calendula-infused lip balm and a relaxation spray. Hackney Herbal, £30, book ahead, 2pm
RED RIDING HOOD: Gather your water babies and climb aboard a floating theatre for a new twist on an old classic. The Puppet Barge is playing host to a magical, marionette-based retelling of Red Riding Hood. Puppet Theatre Barge (Little Venice), £12, book ahead, 3pm (and various other dates)
AN ABUNDANCE OF TIMS: One man, two audio speakers, and three Tims. Hear how a humble comedian became the toast of a small rural town in a tale of lies, celebrity and mistaken identity. King's Head Theatre (Islington), £10, book ahead, 8pm
