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Anne Desmet: Kaleidoscope/London Exhibition
Celebrate the work of artist and specialist wood engraver Anne Desmet, at this new exhibition at Guildhall Art Gallery from 12 April to 8 September 2024.
Folio 400: Shakespeare in Print
Drawing on Guildhall Library’s remarkable Shakespeare collections, this exhibition examines the history of the printing of William Shakespeare’s plays.
The Great Leadenhall Goose Chase
Leadenhall Market’s popular Great Goose Chase is back this Easter, with a series of "eggstraordinary" challenges in and around the Victorian market, giving participants the chance to win fantastic prizes.
Ibrahim Mahama: Purple Hibiscus
Transforming the Barbican’s famous Lakeside Terrace, the site-specific artwork will dramatically envelop the building’s iconic concrete exterior with approximately 2000 square metres of bespoke woven cloth.
Billingsgate Roman House and Baths
Roman London Revealed: Uncover everyday Roman life. See a rich Roman history surviving 2,000 years of building, fires and bombings. Public tours for 2024 season from April to November - advance booking required.
The Future of Money
28.02.2024 01.09.2025

The Future of Money

Bank of England Museum
A new free exhibition at the Bank of England Museum will take a tantalising look into the future - and the quickly evolving present - of money.
What's On - Sculpture in the City tour, people looking at a white tree sculpture

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Pardner Hand – A Caribbean answer to British banking exclusion

Pardner Hand – A Caribbean answer to British banking exclusion

Bank of England Museum

This exhibition explores a way of saving popularised by the Windrush Generation, which empowered Caribbean people to save money and build a life in the UK.

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22.06.2023 01.06.2024
The Conservatory x Ranjani Shettar

The Conservatory x Ranjani Shettar

Barbican Conservatory

Cloud songs on the horizon is the artist’s first major institutional show in Europe and will feature five new, large-scale suspended sculptures across the entirety of the Conservatory space.

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10.09.2023 30.06.2024
Folio 400: Shakespeare in Print

Folio 400: Shakespeare in Print

Guildhall Library

Drawing on Guildhall Library’s remarkable Shakespeare collections, this exhibition examines the history of the printing of William Shakespeare’s plays.

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04.10.2023 29.08.2024
Christopher Wren: The Quest for Knowledge

Christopher Wren: The Quest for Knowledge

St Paul's Cathedral

Investigate the genius of Christopher Wren and his ever-enquiring mind in this new exhibition at St Paul's Cathedral - said to be Wren's masterpiece.

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01.01.2024 31.12.2024
The Tower Bridge Cat Trail

The Tower Bridge Cat Trail

Tower Bridge

Inspired by 'The Tower Bridge Cat' and the characters from the award-winning books, families are invited to complete our interactive Trail as they make their way through Tower Bridge.

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02.01.2024 31.10.2024
Barbican Music Library Exhibition – From the Caribbean to Coventry

Barbican Music Library Exhibition – From the Caribbean to Coventry

Barbican Centre

A free exhibition for the fans by the fans going some way to explain not just what 2Tone music is, but why and how they got there.

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12.01.2024 01.07.2024
Heritage Gallery Exhibition: Billingsgate Market

Heritage Gallery Exhibition: Billingsgate Market

City of London Heritage Gallery

A new free display with a focus on Billingsgate Market, from 27 January to 20 June 2024.

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27.01.2024 20.06.2024
DREAM-BRIDGE-OMNIGLYPH by Leo Robinson

DREAM-BRIDGE-OMNIGLYPH by Leo Robinson

London Mithraeum Bloomberg SPACE

This new installation is inspired by the Roman Temple of Mithras discovered on the Bloomberg site during the 1950s.

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01.02.2024 29.06.2024
Exhibition / Unravel: The Power and Politics of Textiles in Art

Exhibition / Unravel: The Power and Politics of Textiles in Art

Barbican Centre

This exhibition will shine a light on artists from the 1960s to today who have explored the transformative and subversive potential of textiles.

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13.02.2024 26.05.2024
The Future of Money

The Future of Money

Bank of England Museum

A new free exhibition at the Bank of England Museum will take a tantalising look into the future - and the quickly evolving present - of money.

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28.02.2024 01.09.2025
Lunchtime Tours: The Future of Money (selected dates)

Lunchtime Tours: The Future of Money (selected dates)

Bank of England Museum

Join Curator Jennifer Adam for a free lunchtime tour of the new exhibition at the Bank of England Museum, The Future of Money.

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11.03.2024 22.05.2024
Soufiane Ababri: Their mouths were full of bumblebees but it was me who was pollinated

Soufiane Ababri: Their mouths were full of bumblebees but it was me who was pollinated

Barbican Centre

Moroccan-born artist Soufiane Ababri will transform The Curve for his first solo exhibition at a major UK institution.

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13.03.2024 30.06.2024
Medieval Mayhem at the Tower of London

Medieval Mayhem at the Tower of London

Tower of London

Experience family friendly performances - the bustling activity of medieval Londoners as they prepare to serve the Queen a captivating mini-pageant.

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28.03.2024 23.06.2024
Round Retail: A Charitable Pop-up

Round Retail: A Charitable Pop-up

One New Change

The four week long pop-up is raising money for local charity Providence Row and circulating premium second-hand men's and women's fashion.

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01.04.2024 28.04.2024
The Great Leadenhall Goose Chase

The Great Leadenhall Goose Chase

Leadenhall Market

Leadenhall Market’s popular Great Goose Chase is back this Easter, with a series of "eggstraordinary" challenges in and around the Victorian market, giving participants the chance to win fantastic prizes.

More info
01.04.2024 30.04.2024
Ibrahim Mahama: Purple Hibiscus

Ibrahim Mahama: Purple Hibiscus

Barbican Centre

Transforming the Barbican’s famous Lakeside Terrace, the site-specific artwork will dramatically envelop the building’s iconic concrete exterior with approximately 2000 square metres of bespoke woven cloth.

More info
10.04.2024 18.08.2024
Anne Desmet: Kaleidoscope/London Exhibition

Anne Desmet: Kaleidoscope/London Exhibition

Guildhall Art Gallery

Celebrate the work of artist and specialist wood engraver Anne Desmet, at this new exhibition at Guildhall Art Gallery from 12 April to 8 September 2024.

More info
12.04.2024 08.09.2024
Anne Desmet: Kaleidoscope/London Exhibition Tours

Anne Desmet: Kaleidoscope/London Exhibition Tours

Guildhall Art Gallery

Join artist and co-curator Anne Desmet RA for an extended guided tour of the Kaleidoscope/London exhibition at Guildhall Art Gallery.

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20.04.2024 24.08.2024
Boy Blue: Cycles

Boy Blue: Cycles

Barbican Theatre

The Olivier award-winning dance theatre company returns with a world premiere that celebrates change and the beauty of perpetual motion.

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30.04.2024 04.05.2024
Friday Art Club May –  Bookbinding

Friday Art Club May – Bookbinding

Broadworks

Join Broadworks for an hour or two of art making in their inspiring workshop space - and explore sustainability focused projects in your lunch hour and beyond.

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03.05.2024
Richard III

Richard III

Bridewell Theatre

A fresh retelling of this Shakespeare classic which will connect to new audiences and delight old fans.

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09.05.2024 18.05.2024
Baking Workshop: Cinnamon Rolls & Oven-Baked Doughnuts

Baking Workshop: Cinnamon Rolls & Oven-Baked Doughnuts

CORD By Le Cordon Bleu

Introductory baking workshop at CORD by Le Cordon Bleu. Participants will be guided through the steps to create cinnamon buns and doughnuts.

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10.05.2024
Second Saturday – Family activities at Guildhall Art Gallery

Second Saturday – Family activities at Guildhall Art Gallery

Guildhall Art Gallery

A revolving programme of family activities may have you heading into the Roman Amphitheatre and hearing tales of Roman conquests, or creating crafts from the Victorian paintings surrounding you.

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11.05.2024
May Lunchtime Concert at Merchant Taylors’ Hall

May Lunchtime Concert at Merchant Taylors’ Hall

Merchant Taylors' Hall

Join City Music Foundation's lunchtime concert on 13 May, at Merchant Taylors' Hall, home to one of the City Livery companies.

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13.05.2024
Tour of London’s Roman Amphitheatre – May

Tour of London’s Roman Amphitheatre – May

London's Roman Amphitheatre

Join archaeologist Dr Andrew Lane for an extended tour of one of the most important buildings in Roman London.

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25.05.2024
Queer 80s: Cinema on the Brink of Global Change

Queer 80s: Cinema on the Brink of Global Change

Barbican Centre

From Wed 5—Wed 26 Jun, the Barbican Cinema will be presenting ground-breaking movies from across the globe as part of the Barbican’s Pride season this summer. 'Queer 80s: Cinema on the Brink of Global Change' invites audiences to time travel back to a decade when LGBTQ+ representation and creativity on screen thrived.

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05.06.2024 26.06.2024
LSO Half Six Fix: Prokofiev 7

LSO Half Six Fix: Prokofiev 7

Barbican Centre

Kick-start your evening with a Half Six Fix concert. One piece in a 60-minute concert, introduced by the performers, with screens in the hall to bring you closer to the action.

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19.06.2024
Anne Desmet: Kaleidoscope/London Wood Engraving Workshop

Anne Desmet: Kaleidoscope/London Wood Engraving Workshop

Guildhall Art Gallery

Join artist and co-curator Anne Desmet RA for this interactive 'introduction to wood engraving' workshop.

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23.06.2024
Exhibition / Francis Alÿs

Exhibition / Francis Alÿs

Barbican Art Gallery & The Curve

A major new exhibition by renowned Mexico-based artist Francis Alÿs – his first and largest institutional solo exhibition in the UK for over a decade.

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27.06.2024 01.09.2024
Cart Marking Ceremony

Cart Marking Ceremony

Guildhall Yard

The annual Cart Marking Ceremony is a free-to-watch historic tradition in the City of London, led by a City Livery company (the Worshipful Company of Carmen).

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20.07.2024
Exhibition / Pamela Phatsimo Sunstrum

Exhibition / Pamela Phatsimo Sunstrum

Barbican Art Gallery & The Curve

In her first solo exhibition at a major UK institution, Pamela Phatsimo Sunstrum creates dynamic works newly commissioned for The Curve.

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18.09.2024 05.01.2025
Lord Mayor’s Show

Lord Mayor’s Show

Mansion House

Visit the City for the Lord Mayor’s Show - a three mile long outdoor procession with colourful floats, music and fun.

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09.11.2024

14 fantastic things to do this April in the City of London

Spring has officially arrived and with the weather starting to warm up, April is one of the best times to visit the City of London.

Our guide is packed with inspiration from marvelling at glorious blooms to exploring 2,000-year-old Roman history.

Discover some of the fantastic things to see & do this month in the City.

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14 fantastic things to do in April in the City of London
From marvelling at glorious blooms to exploring 2,000 year old history, here are just some of the fantastic things to see & do this April in the City of London.
5 family-friendly activities to enjoy in the City of London during the Easter Holidays
Family-friendly activities from musical workshops to immersive experiences - spend the Easter Holidays exploring the City of London.
Walks in the City
Make the most of your time in the City of London - take a guided tour with official City of London Guides, or follow self-guided walks and trails.
City Visitor Trail
The City Visitor Trail is a 90 minute self-guided tour perfect for those on a sight-seeing mission. Take on world famous attractions, uncover hidden gems and feast on the culture, history and heritage of the City of London.
Parks and green spaces in the City of London
Whether you’re looking for a tranquil picnic spot or somewhere for quiet contemplation, here are some of the City’s greenest spaces to seek out.
10 hidden gems in the City of London for you to explore!
Whether you love art, history or simply a good old snoop around, there’s a treasure trail of hidden gems to find in just one square mile – the Square Mile.
Where to ‘meet’ history’s great characters in the City
You can get to know the City’s famous historical residents on a stroll through the streets – look for the rectangular City of London blue plaques.
A Day in the City: Art-lovers Edition
19 of the best restaurants to eat in the City of London
Why you should stay in the City on your next trip to London
You’re spoilt for choice for accommodation in the City – from chic serviced apartments to grand heritage hotels
What's On - Guy F at Royal Exchange - walking guide talking to an audience