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Thursday 22 October
This weekend in London,
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Four Seasons Festival: As the Leaves Turn
A weekend of folk music, Irish dance, chamber concerts, short films and creative workshops exploring autumn, tradition and transformation across County Hall.
South Bank · 24–25 Oct 2026 · Free & paid events
God Save the Queens
Rare photographs, fashion, artwork and personal archive material celebrate Poly Styrene and the women who shaped punk’s music and visual culture.
Camden · 23 Oct – 22 Nov 2026 · Free
This weekend
On this weekend and worth knowing about.
ItalyFEST London
A four-day celebration of all 20 Italian regions, bringing artisanal producers, regional food and wine, tastings and live entertainment to the Business Design Centre.
Islington · 22–25 Oct 2026 · From £5; under-10s and disabled visitors free
MCM Comic Con London
Three days of film, television, anime, gaming and comics, with celebrity guests, panels, cosplay, games and independent artists and writers.
Custom House · 23–25 Oct 2026 · From £29
Date idea
For a memorable day (or night).
Luminiscence
A 360-degree light projection and live music experience inside Westminster Cathedral, telling the story of London with narration by Hugh Bonneville and a live choir and orchestra.
Westminster · Ongoing · From £30
Wildcard
A less obvious pick to try this weekend.
London Festival of Baroque Music
A week of Baroque and early music ranging from intimate recitals and experimental collaborations to Bach’s orchestral suites and Mass in B minor.
Westminster · 24–31 Oct 2026 · From £8
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