Outdoor Cinema
Gunnersbury Park
Gunnersbury Park Museum, Popes Lane, London, W5 4NH
A curated run of cult favourites and crowd-pleasing classics in one of West London’s most scenic park settings.
Mamma Mia! - 31 July 2026, 7pm
Shaun of the Dead - 1 August 2026, 6:30pm
10 Thing I Hate About You - 7 August 2026, 7pm
Jurassic Park - 8 August 2026, 7pm
Grease – 9 August 2026,7pm
Hammersmith Outdoor Cinema
St Paul’s Green Sussex Place London W6 9PJ
A short seasonal run featuring family films and modern favourites with multiple daily showings.
Zootopia 2 - July 31 2026, 11am
Pretty Woman – 31 July 2026, 2pm
Mamma Mia! – 31 July 2026, 6pm
Inside Out 2 - 1 August 2026, 11am
Mufasa: The Lion King - 1 August 2026, 2:30pm
Top Gun: Maverick – 1 August 2026, 6pm
Paddington 2 – 2 August 2026, 10:30am
Hammersmith Summer Festival - Free Film Nights
Lyric Square, King St, London W6 0QL
A relaxed community film series with live entertainment from late afternoon and screenings at sunset.
Wicked: For Good - 16 July 2026, 6pm
Paddington in Peru - 23 July 2026, 6pm
Interstellar - 30July 2026, 6pm
10 Things I Hate About You - 13 August 2026, 6pm
Theatre & Outdoor Performances
Gunnersbury Park
Gunnersbury Park Museum, Popes Lane, London, W5 4NH
A Midsummer Night's Dream - 9 July 2026, 7:30pm (gates open from 6.30pm)
A lively outdoor reinterpretation of Shakespeare’s beloved comedy, filled with romantic confusion, mischievous fairies, and magical forest chaos. This family-friendly production brings a modern energy to the classic tale, set against the backdrop of a summer eveningin the park.
The Pirates of Penzance - 4 September 2026, 6pm
Illyria Theatre brings Gilbert & Sullivan’s The Pirates of Penzance to Gunnersbury Park in a lively outdoor performance filled with humour, music, and sharp satire. This feel-good theatre follows Frederick, a young man bound by an unusual apprenticeship to pirates due to a leap-year loophole that dramatically extends his service.
Kew Gardens: Theatre on Kew
Kew, Richmond, London, TW9 3AE
The Wind in the Willows - Selected dates from 18 July until 23 August 2026
Sunday and Thursday: 11am. All other days: 11am and 2:30pm
A warm, musical adaptation of Kenneth Grahame’s classic featuring Ratty, Mole, Badger, Otter, and the unforgettable Mr Toad. Set beside the lake at Kew, this production blends gentle humour, songs, and scenic storytelling in a relaxed picnic theatre style.
Jack and the Beanstalk - Selected dates from 18 July to 23 August 2026
Thursday and Sunday 10.30am. All other days: 10:30am and 2pm.
A playful, interactive pantomime-style adventure where audiences join Jack on a lively quest to find golden eggs, meet magical characters like the Fairy Godmother and Daisy the Cow, and outwit a fearsome giant. Presented in a relaxed picnic theatre setting, this fun-filled production is designed for all ages and packed with humour, music, and audience participation.
Twelfth Night - 25 July to 30 August 2026
Tuesday to Sunday, performance starts at 7:30pm, doors open from 6:30pm.
A vibrant, high-energy outdoor Shakespeare filled with mistaken identities, romance, and comedy. This production embraces the chaos of Illyria with lively performances and a festive, summer-night atmosphere.
Chiswick House & Gardens
Burlington Ln, Chiswick, London W4 2RP
Love’s Labour’s Lost - 11 July 2026, 5pm
To celebrate its tenth anniversary, Shakespeare in the Squares presents Love’s Labour’s Lost, Shakespeare’s sparkling comedy of flirtation, foolishness and the irresistible pull of love. Directed by Toby Gordon, this special anniversary production brings the Bard’s witty romantic classic to life.
The Tale of Peter Rabbit - 2 August 2026, 2pm & 5pm
A charming family production bringing Beatrix Potter’s much-loved characters to life. Peter Rabbit’s adventurous mischief leads him into trouble in Mr McGregor’s garden, creating a playful, interactive experience for younger audiences.
Fulham Palace House & Garden
Bishop’s Avenue, Fulham, London SW6 6EA
Pinocchio - 5July 2026, 2:30pm
A visually rich outdoor adaptation of the classic story about a wooden puppet longing to become real. As Pinocchio embarks on his journey, he encounters temptation, danger, and moral lessons that shape his understanding of truth and identity.
Romeo & Juliet - 23 August 2026, 5:30pm
A dynamic and accessible staging of Shakespeare’s most famous tragedy. Fast-paced, emotional, and immersive, this production highlights the intensity of young love and family conflict in an outdoor setting.
The Walled Garden, Boston Manor Park
Boston Manor Road, Brentford, TW8 9JX
The Wind in the Willows - 14 July – 21 August 2026 ; 3pm
A lively musical adaptation filled with humour, energy, and colourful characters. This production brings Grahame’s riverbank world to life with bold performances and a playful tone perfect for summer evenings.
She Stoops to Conquer - 4 – 23 August 2026, 7pm (Sunday matinees 3pm)
A classic comedy of errors packed with mistaken identities, romantic confusion, and sharp wit. Set in an outdoor theatre space, this production leans into physical comedy and fast-paced storytelling.
The Pirates of Penzance - 24 - 26 August 2026, 7pm
A fast-moving operetta filled with satire, romance, and iconic songs. This version of Gilbert and Sullivan’s classic follows a young pirate apprentice caught between duty, love, and an unexpectedly complicated birthday loophole.
