Join a jam-packed community festival programme in Aldgate Square including lantern parades, live performances and creative workshops.
Kick-start your evening with a 60-minute concert from London Symphony Orchestra, at the Barbican.
Dr Johnson makes a triumphant return to Ye Olde Cheshire Cheese, Fleet Street.
This all-in-one concept integrates a café, a restaurant, and a cooking school where a team of expert chefs from Le Cordon Bleu offer gourmet short courses.
St Giles' Cripplegate is one of the few remaining medieval churches in the City of London
"Knowledge Miles: The 695th Lord Mayor's Lecture Series" is an online webinar series that explores the connections of the Square Mile and its roles as "The World's Coffeehouse" addressing diverse global challenges, by initiative of Lord Mayor Elect Professor Michael Mainelli.
Browse our selection of party ideas for the ultimate celebration with your friends or colleagues in the City of London.
Two stunning large-scale works by artistic collective The Architects of Happiness - bringing light and smiles.
It's the most wonderful time of the year, with fun festive events at the Barbican Centre this Christmas season.
Enjoy the festivities stress-free at the City's finest hotels this Christmas.
From enchanting Christmas markets, glorious carolling, and festive feasts, the City of London has something for everyone this season.
Experience Advent and Christmas through words, silence, and music at Sir Christopher Wren's masterpiece, St Paul's Cathedral.
Get in the Christmas Spirit with Christmas Movie soundtracks, Carol services, festive family concerts and more.
From panoramic afternoon teas and indulgent festive dinners to winter igloos on the roof terrace, there's a perfect festive dining experience for everyone in the City.
Find a treasure trove of family-friendly activities in the City this Christmas, including Roman Saturnalia-inspired workshops, a vibrant lantern parade and Christmas classics singalongs.
Immerse yourself in a world of holiday cheer with this selection of festive experiences across the City of London.
Deck the halls with crafts and carols at this free Bank of England Museum Late.
From whimsical lights, lovely Christmas trees and glorious carolling, to family-friendly workshops and interesting lectures, there's a trove of free activities to enjoy in the City this season.
This holiday season, make your very own Roman inspired mosaic masterpiece at London Mithraeum Bloomberg SPACE with free family workshops.
Discover charming markets full of unique gifts and treasures for loved ones under twinkling lights and lush garlands.
Enjoy Christmas lights at City of London’s magical Leadenhall Market, including a giant real Christmas tree, and a twinkling light tunnel.
Wander through the City of London historic streets to spot beautifully decorated Christmas trees, lights and festive installations at iconic locations.
South African and European traditions meet in the transformative music of Abel Selaocoe at his debut performance with the London Symphony Orchestra.
The Bunch of Grapes is perfectly situated in he heart of the City of London at the corner of Leadenhall Market.
Bread Street Kitchen & Bar is an all-day dining restaurant that brings a distinct New York loft feel to central London.
Gordon Ramsay's iconic burger concept: honest priced burgers with bags of flavour. From the iconic Hell's Kitchen to the mighty J.F.C.
Just a short walk from Bank Underground Station, bottomless pizzas, decadent sides, amazing cocktails, beers and more has come to the City!
Real Indian Food and Fast Service. From Classic dishes like Butter Chicken and Chana Masala to Krispy Fried Chicken.
Nestled in the shadow of St Paul’s Cathedral sits a stunning bar & restaurant.
Jin Bo Law rooftop is a gem in the heart of the City, with delectable cocktails and jaw-dropping City skyline views.
Redemption Roasters seeks to reduce reoffending through speciality coffee, both through its behind bars roastery at HMP The Mount, and through barista training provided to prisoners, prison leavers, and individuals at risk of offending.
Bob Bob Ricard City, a modern design icon located a short walk from Bank and Liverpool Street tube stations, serves classic British & French menu in the City’s most glamorous all-booth dining room.
Ping Pong Bow Bells House is a charming venue located in the heart of the bustling City. The venue boasts a spacious bar area, a stylish dining restaurant, and a cosy street terrace perfect for enjoying warm days.
Enter a world of artfully controlled chaos as this show for curious babies, kids and adults of all ages returns to the Barbican.
Artist Liz Johnson Artur reflects on her approach and portrayal of south London’s black communities, and talks about Top Shelf, a photographic piece she created for the Gallery in 2018.
A New Cultural Hub in the City of London, brought to you by Hive Curates
Discover the harmonious blend of French and British culinary excellence at Found Bar & Restaurant in the heart of St. Paul's.
Visit Hoxton Street Monster Supplies in Leadenhall Market to buy quality goods for monsters of all kinds. Gifts and treats for kids and big kids.
A major group exhibition exploring the relationship between gender and ecology, highlighting the systemic links between the oppression of women and the degradation of the planet.
This display celebrates the 400th anniversary of the publication of William Shakespeare’s First Folio.
Visit the City for the Lord Mayor’s Show - a three mile long outdoor procession with colourful floats, music and fun.
Horizon 22 is London's highest free viewing platform. Located on Level 58, the viewing platform offers 300-degree views of London, showcasing its most iconic landmarks.
The Lookout is 8 Bishopsgate’s 50th floor viewing gallery. Witness uninterrupted views of the City’s iconic landmarks, impressive skyscrapers, and historic architecture admission-free.
Poet, artist and filmmaker Julianknxx explores themes of inheritance, loss and belonging as he crosses the boundaries between written word, music and visual art.
This exhibition explores the history of transatlantic slavery through its connections with the Bank of England and the wider City of London.
An inviting central-London bar & restaurant with seasonal menus, tempting cocktails, and fine wines.
Bar Douro brings authentic Portuguese food and wine to the heart of the City.
Ever wondered what goes on behind-the-scenes at London’s defining landmark?
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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Take a look at the businesses that are open during Bartholomew Fair
Explore two of the best-preserved Roman sites in London with archaeologist Dr Andrew Lane.
St Paul's Churchyard (North) is a pedestrianised area to the north of St Paul's Cathedral. Often used for pop-up exhibitions or events.
An amalgamation of Bollywood and the classics in a single show. The complete package of Bollywood entertainment!
Lively and entertaining Latin band, playing popular modern Salsa, Cumbia, Pop-Latin and Merengue dance hits.
Lighting up the world with a song. London Gospel Choir are popularising African influenced gospel music.
A fun-filled family friendly programme of artistic and performance-based workshops and free walking tours as part of London Sculpture Week.
Grill Bar & Restaurant at Clayton Hotel City of London boasts a sleek look with contemporary furnishing and industrial feel, an edgy yet timeless design creating the perfect setting for dining in style.
Join us for lovingly curated tales and songs to ease you and your little ones into the wider Bartholomew Fair programme.
Clayton Hotel City of London is a stylish and contemporary hotel with 212 bedrooms and suites that take inspiration from Victorian textile. warehouses.
Purveyors of the finest 'Tosh', an elixir of youth and vitality; the esteemed intellectuals Jones and Barnard have unleashed their own brand of quackery, healing and duplicitous doctoring on an unsuspecting audience.
Hilarious & shocking, it combines roller-skate, juggling and street-theatre in an outrageous & highly original comedy.
A entertaining programme of stunning professional dance performance from London's best dance talent.
London's top dance talent takes over Aldgate Square with incredible performances, live music and dance workshops from hip hop, to Bollywood to Swing.
Kumpania Algazarra are inspired by a rousing party energy and good vibrations.
A deliveryman, BOB, is waiting in front of the door with two boxes. And this is the beginning of the end...
Madame Bonbon brings a magical, topsy-turvy, complex aroma and full- bodied feast to Bartholomew Fair.
From a world where Alice in Wonderland meets The Shining, performance troupe Cocoloco presents raucous, hilarious and bizarre street theatre.
Be amused for hours by Audrey and Audrey, the cleaners who talk more than they clean.
Explore the heritage of British street performance through a dazzling array of extraordinary acts.
Join the City Guides on walks around the City to explore the riotous spirit and events over the ages, where entertainment, protest and colourful characters abound.
Join the City Guides on walks around the City to explore the riotous spirit and events over the ages, where entertainment, protest and colourful characters abound.
Join the City Guides on walks around the City to explore the riotous spirit and events over the ages, where entertainment, protest and colourful characters abound.
Seething Lane Garden is a green space in the City of London - a perfect spot to relax with a formal lawn, seating and pergola.
A beautiful and heart warming performance that removes the boundaries between dance, circus, theatre and performance...And between the audience and the show.
Prepare to be amazed by Roll Up, Roll Up as Simple Cypher perform explosive tricks with effortless agility within a large, spinning steel ring known as a Cyr Wheel.
Recreating the original hustle and bustle of the Cloth Fair with our alfresco dining and hang out spot.
The UK’s first ever shop space bringing multiple charities together.
Metaphysical melodies of ancient mystic minstrels.
A rare and exotic presentation of Bengali ancient village opera incorporating captivating myths, fairy-tales, visceral folk music and dazzling dance.
A bunch of talkative rice cookers take you on a journey through the last 20 years of Korean history.
A space for families to make, play, relax and discover until the next Bartholomew Fair performance.
A walking, arts-filled, night-time cultural journey through urban spaces, gathering strangers and local artists together to explore, play and create, whilst the city sleeps by Inua Ellams.
A major immersive theatrical circus experience turning Broadgate Circle into a stage
A punchy and provocative reworking of Bartholomew Fair by Ben Jonson (1614) from Olivier award-winning artist Kit Green.
Discover magical stories as you encounter night projection and spectacle through the City of London
The world-premiere of a stunning vertical dance performance on the façade of St Paul’s Cathedral by BANDALOOP.
Dressed to impress the delightful pair will share colour & fun.
A comedy street cabaret, with escapology, juggling skills and incredible speed painting.
VR thrill ride creators, Studio Go Go, bring you this exciting da Vinci-inspired virtual reality playground swing experience.
A vibrant, spectacular interactive dance performance with stunning costumes and expressive movement. A visual treat for the whole family.
Delightful characters that wander and mingle with the audience for a delightful immersive experience.
An unmissable show by Guinness World Record holding hula-skate troupe.
