Step into magical worlds through books, costumes, puppets and interactive displays. An enchanting experience designed to spark imagination across generations.

Artists At Home is one of West London’s longest-running open studio events, inviting visitors into the homes and workspaces of local artists. Across Chiswick, Hammersmith, and Shepherd’s Bush, painters, ceramicists, photographers, sculptors, jewellers, and makers open their doors to showcase original work in an informal and welcoming setting. The event offers a unique opportunity to discover local creativity, meet artists directly, and explore a self-guided art trail across the area.

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?

Set within the historic grounds of Hampton Court Palace, this open-air concert series combines world-class live music with a unique royal setting. The 2026 programme features artists including David Gray, Nile Rodgers & CHIC, Pete Tong Ibiza Classics, Sophie Ellis-Bextor, and Elvis Costello & The Imposters.

Celebrating its 60th year, Bedford Park Festival is a long-running community and arts programme bringing together music, theatre, exhibitions, talks, family activities, and local events across Chiswick. The festival includes the popular Green Days weekend, alongside performances, cultural experiences, and community gatherings held throughout Bedford Park.

Hammersmith Summer Street Fest brings together live music, international street food, entertainment, market stalls, and family activities in the heart of West London. Visitors can explore artisan crafts, fashion, jewellery, vintage products, and local independent traders while enjoying a lively outdoor atmosphere.

The Brentford Canal Festival is one of West London’s largest free community festivals, celebrating Brentford’s waterways, creativity, and local culture. Set around the Grand Union Canal, River Brent, and Brentford Lock, the festival features live music, dance performances, water sports, floating markets, street food, arts and crafts, and family-friendly entertainment. Visitors can also enjoy kayaking, paddleboarding, boat trips, and cultural activities across multiple waterside locations throughout Brentford.

A long-standing local tradition, Kew Fete offers a classic summer day out with live entertainment, food stalls, games, family activities, and community performances. Held on Kew Green, the event celebrates local culture in a relaxed outdoor setting.

West End LIVE brings London’s theatre scene to Trafalgar Square with free performances from leading West End productions. Audiences can enjoy live musical numbers, cast appearances, and performances from some of the capital’s biggest stage shows.

The Gunnersbury Family Dog Show is a family-friendly outdoor event celebrating dogs, local community, and summer fun. Visitors can enjoy dog competitions, demonstrations, entertainment, and activities designed for both owners and animal lovers.

The London Children’s Literature Festival returns to Barnes as the UK’s largest event dedicated to children’s books and storytelling. Across two days, families can enjoy author talks, workshops, performances, creative activities, and appearances from leading writers and illustrators, making it a lively celebration of reading and imagination for all ages.

The 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.

Adventure Cinema brings the UK’s leading outdoor cinema experience to Kew, with a memorable lineup of classic films, musicals, blockbuster hits and family favourites, all enjoyed beneath the open sky.

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.

Rapunzel at the Lyric Hammersmith reimagines the much-loved fairy tale through live theatre, music, and family entertainment. Designed for younger audiences and families, the production offers a fresh take on a classic story.

Step into the spectacular world of P.T. Barnum, where ambition and imagination take centre stage. Alongside his wife Charity, Barnum navigates the highs and lows of life and showbusiness as he dreams big and reaches for ever greater success.

Set within the atmospheric grounds of Chiswick House & Gardens, this outdoor production of Othello brings Shakespeare’s tragedy to life in a striking historic setting. Combining theatre and heritage, the performance offers a memorable cultural evening under the summer sky.