With an exciting line-up of events happening across West London in 2026, there’s plenty for everyone this spring. From interactive heritage trails and immersive adventure experiences to captivating theatre performances and hands-on workshops, there’s something to inspire curiosity and creativity for all ages. So grab your calendar, plan your outings, and get ready for a spring full of discovery and unforgettable experiences!
6 ROOMS – 6 PUZZLES – 1 CULPRIT A thrilling Victorian murder mystery experience where a guest has been poisoned at a tea party. Explore the house, uncover hidden clues across six rooms, and race against time to solve the case. Can you catch the culprit before it’s too late?
View EventStep into magical worlds through books, costumes, puppets and interactive displays. An enchanting experience designed to spark imagination across generations.
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The world premiere of Ben Ockrent’s Relics is a darkly comic family drama exploring inherited legacies, life choices, and the bittersweet compromises of growing up, directed by award-winning Michael Longhurst.
View EventJoin the return of Hammersmith’s Summer Festival for its 19th year, bringing a full season of free outdoor entertainment right into Lyric Square. Head down to enjoy the Big Screen programme, including live Wimbledon coverage and a relaxed open-air atmosphere in the heart of Hammersmith. You can also visit for the festival’s popular film nights, including Wicked: For Good and Paddington in Peru, making it a great easy summer hangout for families and friends throughout the season.
View EventThe Piaf Story celebrates the life and music of French icon Édith Piaf through a captivating live performance. Combining storytelling with some of Piaf’s most famous songs, the production offers audiences an intimate journey through the career of one of France’s most beloved performers.
View EventThe Ealing Beer Festival launches the Ealing Summer Festivals season with one of London’s largest outdoor CAMRA beer festivals. Visitors can enjoy a wide range of craft beers, ales, ciders, street food, and live entertainment in a relaxed park setting.
View EventBased on the bestselling children's book, The Lion Inside is a heartwarming family production about courage, confidence, and self-discovery. Featuring imaginative storytelling, music, and puppetry, the show brings this much-loved tale to life for audiences of all ages.
View EventIn Conversation at Kew brings together leading writers, broadcasters, scientists, and cultural figures for a series of engaging talks and discussions. Set within the unique surroundings of Kew Gardens, the event offers visitors the opportunity to hear inspiring stories and explore a range of topics connected to nature, culture, and contemporary life.
View EventShakespeare’s classic comedy comes to life in the beautiful surroundings of Gunnersbury Park. This open-air performance combines romance, mischief, and magical storytelling, offering audiences a memorable evening of theatre under the summer sky.
View EventHappy Place Festival focuses on wellbeing, mindfulness, creativity, and community. The festival features yoga sessions, wellness talks, workshops, food vendors, shopping experiences, and live performances designed to promote relaxation and personal wellbeing.
View EventKaleidoscope Festival is a one-day celebration of music, comedy, arts, and family entertainment held at Alexandra Palace. The 2026 line-up includes Rudimental, Groove Armada, MJ Cole, Black Grape, Roni Size, and Russell Kane, alongside immersive experiences and panoramic London views.
View EventOne of London’s oldest village fairs, Barnes Fair brings together community entertainment, food stalls, live performances, shopping, and family-friendly activities. The event attracts thousands of visitors each year and remains a highlight of the summer calendar in Barnes.
View EventSet against the elegant backdrop of Chiswick House & Gardens, this outdoor production of Shakespeare’s Love’s Labour’s Lost offers an entertaining evening of wit, romance, and comedy. Performed in the open air, it combines classic theatre with one of West London’s most picturesque historic settings.
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The H&F Active Wellbeing Festival promotes health, fitness, and community wellbeing through a programme of activities, workshops, demonstrations, and advice sessions. Designed for all ages, the event encourages visitors to explore new ways to stay active and support their physical and mental wellbeing.
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Join a relaxed riverside summer celebration with live entertainment, music, and free boat trips on the Thames. It’s a great one to just turn up for and enjoy a laid-back day by the water.
View EventHead to Kew Gardens for a full-on interactive Tom Gates experience with doodles, games, and creative challenges throughout the grounds. Perfect for a summer day out where kids can explore and get stuck into the fun.
View EventLatino Life In The Park is the UK’s largest Latin music festival, celebrating Latin culture through music, dance, food, and performance. The festival features salsa, reggaeton, samba, jazz, hip-hop, tango, and global fusion sounds in a vibrant open-air setting.
View EventMike Leigh’s celebrated comedy Abigail’s Party arrives at Richmond Theatre for a limited run. This sharp and entertaining production explores suburban life, social ambitions, and awkward gatherings through one of British theatre’s most iconic plays.
View EventAward-winning comedians Lindsey Santoro and Rhys James bring new material to the Tabard Theatre as part of a special work-in-progress performance. Audiences can enjoy an intimate evening of stand-up comedy and preview content ahead of future tours and festival appearances.
View EventJoin the pirates on a silly, high-energy theatre adventure as they hunt for the Pants of Gold. Expect big laughs, audience fun, and plenty of chaos on stage.
View EventThe Ealing Comedy Festival returns with a programme of stand-up performances featuring established comedians and emerging talent. Hosted in a large outdoor big-top setting, the festival is one of London’s leading summer comedy events.
View EventThe Ealing Jazz Festival presents a weekend of jazz, soul, funk, and blues performances from internationally recognised musicians and new talent. The festival combines live music with food stalls, bars, and family-friendly entertainment.
View EventVisit Hampton Court Palace for a Beano-themed takeover packed with playful challenges and comic-style fun across the historic grounds. A good mix of culture and summer mischief.
View EventNew Gen Festival is a youth-led festival celebrating music, dance, creativity, and emerging talent in Ealing. Created by and for young people, the festival provides a platform for local performers, artists, and creative communities.
View EventThe Enormous Crocodile is slithering through the jungle in search of tasty little fingers and squidgy podgy knees… But the other jungle creatures are determined to stop him. They’ll need plenty of courage to outsmart this cunning, greedy brute.
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Head to the Tabard for an intimate theatre show exploring the life of Charlie Chaplin, told through performance and storytelling.
View EventThe Ealing Blues Festival closes the Ealing Summer Festivals programme with a weekend of blues, rock, roots, and live performances. Known for its relaxed atmosphere, the festival attracts both legendary acts and emerging artists.
View EventJoin Tom Gates for a live stage adventure packed with laugh-out-loud moments, music and doodles. Based on the bestselling books by Liz Pichon, it's a fun family show that brings Tom's world to life.
View EventVisit the Boston Room for an evening of live opera in an intimate setting. It's a great opportunity to enjoy world-class music up close in one of Chiswick's most unique performance spaces.
View EventHead to Chiswick House and Gardens for an outdoor performance of Beatrix Potter's much-loved tale. Bring a picnic and enjoy a charming family theatre experience surrounded by beautiful gardens.
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Funny, moving and thought-provoking, Winston and David offers a fascinating new perspective on two of Britain’s most famous Prime Ministers and the personal relationships that shaped history. A sharp, human look at power and friendship in a small, immersive theatre setting.
View EventThe Tacover Taco & Tequila Festival is Europe’s largest Mexican food and drink festival. Featuring taco traders, tequila bars, margarita competitions, live entertainment, and street food experiences, the event celebrates Mexican cuisine and culture across a three-day festival weekend.
View EventTaste of the Caribbean is an outdoor food and culture festival celebrating Caribbean cuisine, music, and entertainment. Visitors can explore street food stalls serving dishes such as jerk chicken, curry, seafood, and tropical desserts alongside live performances and cultural experiences.
View EventThe UK’s biggest touring inflatable assault course returns to London with two exciting courses landing in the Walled Garden this summer. There’s something for everyone, from the Mini course for younger adventurers to the XXL course for the big kids at heart.
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Park Rock Richmond returns with a full day of live music and tribute performances in one of West London’s most popular outdoor park venues. The festival combines large-scale entertainment with a relaxed summer atmosphere.
View EventHead to the Boston Room for an intimate performance of Romeo & Juliet in a pub theatre setting. It’s a close-up, atmospheric way to experience Shakespeare’s classic.
View EventThe Hampton Court Palace Food Festival brings together more than 150 independent food and drink brands within the palace gardens. Visitors can enjoy artisan products, street food, craft drinks, and family-friendly activities during the August bank holiday weekend.
View EventNotting Hill Carnival is Europe’s largest street festival and one of London’s most iconic cultural events. Celebrating Caribbean heritage and community, the carnival features colourful parades, live music, sound systems, dance performances, and international street food across West London.
View EventStep into magical worlds through books, costumes, puppets and interactive displays. An enchanting experience designed to spark imagination across generations.
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One of London’s oldest village fairs, Barnes Fair brings together community entertainment, food stalls, live performances, shopping, and family-friendly activities. The event attracts thousands of visitors each year and remains a highlight of the summer calendar in Barnes.
View Event
6 ROOMS – 6 PUZZLES – 1 CULPRIT A thrilling Victorian murder mystery experience where a guest has been poisoned at a tea party. Explore the house, uncover hidden clues across six rooms, and race against time to solve the case. Can you catch the culprit before it’s too late?
View EventJoin the return of Hammersmith’s Summer Festival for its 19th year, bringing a full season of free outdoor entertainment right into Lyric Square. Head down to enjoy the Big Screen programme, including live Wimbledon coverage and a relaxed open-air atmosphere in the heart of Hammersmith. You can also visit for the festival’s popular film nights, including Wicked: For Good and Paddington in Peru, making it a great easy summer hangout for families and friends throughout the season.
View EventThe Ealing Beer Festival launches the Ealing Summer Festivals season with one of London’s largest outdoor CAMRA beer festivals. Visitors can enjoy a wide range of craft beers, ales, ciders, street food, and live entertainment in a relaxed park setting.
View EventHappy Place Festival focuses on wellbeing, mindfulness, creativity, and community. The festival features yoga sessions, wellness talks, workshops, food vendors, shopping experiences, and live performances designed to promote relaxation and personal wellbeing.
View EventKaleidoscope Festival is a one-day celebration of music, comedy, arts, and family entertainment held at Alexandra Palace. The 2026 line-up includes Rudimental, Groove Armada, MJ Cole, Black Grape, Roni Size, and Russell Kane, alongside immersive experiences and panoramic London views.
View EventThe H&F Active Wellbeing Festival promotes health, fitness, and community wellbeing through a programme of activities, workshops, demonstrations, and advice sessions. Designed for all ages, the event encourages visitors to explore new ways to stay active and support their physical and mental wellbeing.
View Event
Join a relaxed riverside summer celebration with live entertainment, music, and free boat trips on the Thames. It’s a great one to just turn up for and enjoy a laid-back day by the water.
View EventHead to Kew Gardens for a full-on interactive Tom Gates experience with doodles, games, and creative challenges throughout the grounds. Perfect for a summer day out where kids can explore and get stuck into the fun.
View EventLatino Life In The Park is the UK’s largest Latin music festival, celebrating Latin culture through music, dance, food, and performance. The festival features salsa, reggaeton, samba, jazz, hip-hop, tango, and global fusion sounds in a vibrant open-air setting.
View EventThe Ealing Comedy Festival returns with a programme of stand-up performances featuring established comedians and emerging talent. Hosted in a large outdoor big-top setting, the festival is one of London’s leading summer comedy events.
View EventThe Ealing Jazz Festival presents a weekend of jazz, soul, funk, and blues performances from internationally recognised musicians and new talent. The festival combines live music with food stalls, bars, and family-friendly entertainment.
View EventVisit Hampton Court Palace for a Beano-themed takeover packed with playful challenges and comic-style fun across the historic grounds. A good mix of culture and summer mischief.
View EventNew Gen Festival is a youth-led festival celebrating music, dance, creativity, and emerging talent in Ealing. Created by and for young people, the festival provides a platform for local performers, artists, and creative communities.
View EventThe Ealing Blues Festival closes the Ealing Summer Festivals programme with a weekend of blues, rock, roots, and live performances. Known for its relaxed atmosphere, the festival attracts both legendary acts and emerging artists.
View EventThe Tacover Taco & Tequila Festival is Europe’s largest Mexican food and drink festival. Featuring taco traders, tequila bars, margarita competitions, live entertainment, and street food experiences, the event celebrates Mexican cuisine and culture across a three-day festival weekend.
View EventTaste of the Caribbean is an outdoor food and culture festival celebrating Caribbean cuisine, music, and entertainment. Visitors can explore street food stalls serving dishes such as jerk chicken, curry, seafood, and tropical desserts alongside live performances and cultural experiences.
View EventPark Rock Richmond returns with a full day of live music and tribute performances in one of West London’s most popular outdoor park venues. The festival combines large-scale entertainment with a relaxed summer atmosphere.
View EventThe Hampton Court Palace Food Festival brings together more than 150 independent food and drink brands within the palace gardens. Visitors can enjoy artisan products, street food, craft drinks, and family-friendly activities during the August bank holiday weekend.
View EventNotting Hill Carnival is Europe’s largest street festival and one of London’s most iconic cultural events. Celebrating Caribbean heritage and community, the carnival features colourful parades, live music, sound systems, dance performances, and international street food across West London.
View EventThe world premiere of Ben Ockrent’s Relics is a darkly comic family drama exploring inherited legacies, life choices, and the bittersweet compromises of growing up, directed by award-winning Michael Longhurst.
View EventThe Piaf Story celebrates the life and music of French icon Édith Piaf through a captivating live performance. Combining storytelling with some of Piaf’s most famous songs, the production offers audiences an intimate journey through the career of one of France’s most beloved performers.
View EventBased on the bestselling children's book, The Lion Inside is a heartwarming family production about courage, confidence, and self-discovery. Featuring imaginative storytelling, music, and puppetry, the show brings this much-loved tale to life for audiences of all ages.
View EventIn Conversation at Kew brings together leading writers, broadcasters, scientists, and cultural figures for a series of engaging talks and discussions. Set within the unique surroundings of Kew Gardens, the event offers visitors the opportunity to hear inspiring stories and explore a range of topics connected to nature, culture, and contemporary life.
View EventShakespeare’s classic comedy comes to life in the beautiful surroundings of Gunnersbury Park. This open-air performance combines romance, mischief, and magical storytelling, offering audiences a memorable evening of theatre under the summer sky.
View EventSet against the elegant backdrop of Chiswick House & Gardens, this outdoor production of Shakespeare’s Love’s Labour’s Lost offers an entertaining evening of wit, romance, and comedy. Performed in the open air, it combines classic theatre with one of West London’s most picturesque historic settings.
View Event
Mike Leigh’s celebrated comedy Abigail’s Party arrives at Richmond Theatre for a limited run. This sharp and entertaining production explores suburban life, social ambitions, and awkward gatherings through one of British theatre’s most iconic plays.
View EventAward-winning comedians Lindsey Santoro and Rhys James bring new material to the Tabard Theatre as part of a special work-in-progress performance. Audiences can enjoy an intimate evening of stand-up comedy and preview content ahead of future tours and festival appearances.
View EventJoin the pirates on a silly, high-energy theatre adventure as they hunt for the Pants of Gold. Expect big laughs, audience fun, and plenty of chaos on stage.
View EventHead to the Tabard for an intimate theatre show exploring the life of Charlie Chaplin, told through performance and storytelling.
View EventJoin Tom Gates for a live stage adventure packed with laugh-out-loud moments, music and doodles. Based on the bestselling books by Liz Pichon, it's a fun family show that brings Tom's world to life.
View EventVisit the Boston Room for an evening of live opera in an intimate setting. It's a great opportunity to enjoy world-class music up close in one of Chiswick's most unique performance spaces.
View EventHead to Chiswick House and Gardens for an outdoor performance of Beatrix Potter's much-loved tale. Bring a picnic and enjoy a charming family theatre experience surrounded by beautiful gardens.
View Event
Funny, moving and thought-provoking, Winston and David offers a fascinating new perspective on two of Britain’s most famous Prime Ministers and the personal relationships that shaped history. A sharp, human look at power and friendship in a small, immersive theatre setting.
View EventHead to the Boston Room for an intimate performance of Romeo & Juliet in a pub theatre setting. It’s a close-up, atmospheric way to experience Shakespeare’s classic.
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Dive into a magical family theatre adventure with Hoglets Theatre’s The Tale of the Loneliest Whale. This interactive children’s show features beautiful puppetry, hilarious sea creatures, original songs, and plenty of audience participation—celebrating friendship, kindness, and the joy of being yourself.
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