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  • Things to do in London this summer

  • By Time Out Editors

    Posted: Fri May 15 2009

  • Unlike news and television during the summer, London goes all out to entertain and inspire. Our critics have compiled the definitive list of 101 things to do: featuring sizzling special events, plus the pick of the capital's art, clubs, theatre, dance, comedy and music

    Things to do in London this summer

    Thames Festival © Angell

  • Festivals | Special events | Art and museums | Clubbing | Theatre | Comedy and cabaret | Dance | Classical and jazz | Shopping

    • Festivals

      Food and beer, street parties, books and things going really fast, London is celebrating just about everything this summer, so head down to a festival and join in the fun. Read more

    • Special events

      Walks, films, boats, sport and life drawing – London's schedule of special events and activities barely leaves time for a holiday. Read more

    • Art and museums

      Jeff Koons, Richard Long, gay icons and futurism: London's galleries and museums are packing more aesthetic punch than a blue sky this summer. Read more

    • Clubbing

      If you're after great music and all-night dancing, then here are the nights and parties promising to keep London sleepless all summer. Read more

    • Theatre

      Jude Law, Helen Mirren, Lenny Henry and, er, Ikea – summer theatre has all the household names. Read more

    • Comedy and cabaret

      If it's laughter your after this summer then you won't be disappointed, with the likes of Russell Howard and Janeane Garofalo helping Londoners find the funny. Read more

    • Dance

      Prepare for a summer of eclectic treats – from mass dance-offs and experimental ballet to performances inside St Paul's Cathedral. Read more


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