Thursday, February 29, 2024 2:24 p.m.
As the clock ticks down, things really start to come to life in London this month. As the snow melts in the city, the trees grow thicker, the days will soon get brighter, and you can look forward to immersing yourself in the many events happening in the city.
London’s evergreen cultural scene keeps the populace entertained with its diverse culture. Tantalize your taste buds at a gourmet festival, catch a captivating show in the West End or make a sustainable contribution this World Recycling Day. Don’t forget to mark your calendars and get ready to celebrate Mother’s Day and St. Patrick’s Day.
Make the most of your spring days in London with the ultimate ‘What’s On’ guide from the Central London Alliance.
London arts and culture
Cirque du Soleil – Alegria: In a new light
Catch Cirque du Soleil’s Alegria in the West End before the season finale curtain call on Sunday 3rd.rd march.Sit back, relax, and celebrate 30 years in the making.th Celebrate the anniversary with a mysteriously reimagined show.
Cirque du Soleil’s Alegria takes to the stage at the Royal Albert Hall and has a running time of 1 hour and 45 minutes. Learn more about.
collect 2024
March 1st – March 3rd
This major international trade fair is a must-see for lovers of sophisticated contemporary design. In an era of increasing demand for modern craftsmanship, this event offers collectors the opportunity to acquire museum-worthy pieces created by some of the most talented artisans of the 21st century.
Tickets and details: www.somersethouse.org.uk
Somerset House, The Strand, London WC2R 1LA
comic con
2 – March 3rd
The first Comic Con event of the year has already taken place in London, with opportunities to meet and greet the stars off-screen. Perfect for binge-watchers and comic book readers, the event features Doctor Who’s Billie Piper and Julian Bleach, Good Omens’ Maggie Service, House of Dragon’s Matthew Needham, There will be star-studded panels, including Game of Thrones’ Alfie Allen.
London Comic Con Spring will be held on Saturday 2nd weekendn.d. March and Sunday 3rd March at Olympia. Book your tickets here.
David Bowie – A day in London
March 1st to 20th
Photographer Kevin Davis captured a day in the life of David Bowie as he prepared for the release of “Black Tie White Noise” in 1992. Curated by Dylan Jones, the exhibition features over 400 of his rediscovered and well-preserved negatives from that iconic day in London.
Tickets and details: www.fitzroviachapel.org
Fitzrovia Chapel, SW1P 4RG
A play that doesn’t go well
in progress
The Conley Polytechnic Institute Drama Society is staging a 1920s murder mystery, and as the title suggests, everything can go wrong. The accident-prone actors fight against all odds to survive until the final curtain call, leading to a hilarious ending.
Click here for tickets and details.
Duchess Theater, London
Eating and drinking
cognac festival
This is for London’s cognac lovers, as the Cognac Show 2024 takes place at Glazier’s Hall this month. The festival will feature over 30 exhibitors and his 150 varieties of cognac, available for tasting.
Book your tickets here for the Cognac Show by Friday 22ndn.d. March and Saturday 23rdrd march.
Dessert making workshop with Blue Orchid Hospitality
March 10, 2024
Spend this Mother’s Day in a dessert making workshop and learn how to make delicious treats from scratch with guidance from an expert pastry chef. From the classic Italian tiramisu to trendy sweets such as macarons. You’ll leave with new confidence in the kitchen and a collection of mouth-watering recipes that you can recreate at home. Plus, you’ll enjoy delicious snacks along the way.
Tickets can be purchased here.
100 Minority, EC3N1JY
food festival
All foodies are invited to Ideal Home’s Eat and Drink Festival and enjoy some great snacks.What is international?
With cuisines from around the world and an array of delicious artisanal dishes, there’s sure to be something for everyone. Feast your eyes and take note of the magic of mixology during your stay.
The Eat & Drink festival will take place during Friday the 22ndn.d. March and Sunday 7th Olympia London in April. Learn more about.
become active
where is Wally?fun run
Grab your best red striped t-shirt and lace up your sweatshirt for this year’s Find Wally? Fun run. The purpose of this event is to generate funds for the National Literacy Trust, but the best part is that you can choose your course. Choose from 2.5km, 5km or 10km paths and remember that no matter how far you travel, each step counts.
Where’s Wally? The fun run starts at 10am from Battersea Park. Learn more about.
world recycling day
Keeping London clean and green is definitely on the bingo card for 2024, and what better way to start than by celebrating World Recycling Day on the 18th.th At Carnaby Street. In partnership with Westminster City Council and Shaftesbury Estate, the event team will demonstrate the scale of the possibilities with a bundle of recycled goods.
This year’s Global Recycling Day event will take place on Monday the 18th from 12pm to 4pm.th march.
Specials for International Women’s Day and Women’s History Month
Celebrating Women’s Libraries
March 7th
The London School of Economics and Political Science is holding a free public celebration to mark the 10th anniversary of the opening of the Women’s Library Reading Room. This includes unique archival exhibits, behind-the-scenes tours, and engaging late Her Library Talks until 9 p.m.
Tickets and details: www.lse.ac.uk/library
LSE Library, Houghton Street
New Dawn: Concert for International Women’s Day
March 8th 19:30
BBC Singers and guest conductor Ellie champions programming for female composers
Slorak will be holding a music concert based on the concept of dawn to coincide with International Women’s Day.
Tickets and details: www.stmartin-in-the-fields.org
St Martin in the Fields, Trafalgar Square
Women’s Art Walking Tour
March 7th
This 2.5-hour walking tour focuses on the representation and art of women artists in the National Gallery’s collection. Discover Rachel Ruysch and other iconic female artists who throughout her career spent more money on their art than Rembrandt ever did.
Tickets and details: www.nationalgallery.org.uk
National Gallery, Trafalgar Square
Women who rebelled at Tate Britain
Until April 7, 2024
The prestigious Tate Modern showcases art, activism and the women’s movement in Britain from 1970 to 1990. This pioneering exhibition features the work of over 100 British women artists and provides a comprehensive survey of feminist her art. It focuses on the role of networks of women who employ innovative ideas and unconventional methods to have a major impact on British culture. The contributions of these artists played an important role in advancing the women’s liberation movement during a period of social, economic, and political change.
Click here for details and tickets.
Tate Britain, Milbank, SW1P 4RG
mother’s day special
Adamo Spa
Throughout March 2024
In honor of all mothers, Adamo Spa offers a complimentary glass of Prosecco with your treatment. Choose from a wide range of treatments, from relaxing massages to rejuvenating facials and manicures and pedicures. Adamo Spa is located in the heart of London, just a few steps from Tower Hill Station.
You can make a reservation here.
Royal Opera House Ballet Moms
March 5th
The Royal Opera House will screen Mothers in Ballet, a newly commissioned film about the experiences of dancers who are also mothers. Director Eliza Schroeder focuses on her struggles and her challenges in combining her dance career with her motherhood.
Royal Opera House, Bow Street, WC2E 9DD
Tickets and details: www.roh.org.uk
funny mummy show
March 6th
For parents who need a laugh in their hectic home lives. Alyssa Kyria brilliantly explores the foibles of her parenting in her solo performance. Contains comedy songs, hilarious truth bombs, and more.
Tickets can be purchased here.
Big Penny Social 1, E17 6AL
st patrick’s day
St. Patrick’s Day Parade and Festival
March 17th
To celebrate the enduring strength of the British-Irish relationship, London will be transformed into the green pastures of the Leprechaun’s Shamrock. Held in Trafalgar Square, the festival features the best of Ireland’s art, culture, food and music, including the annual spectacular parade. More than 50,000 people are expected to take part in the annual Irish marching band, dance troupe and extravagant parade. The parade begins at Hyde Park Corner and continues through Piccadilly, St. James Street, Pall Mall, Cockspur Street and Whitehall. It then concludes with concerts, films, performances by local choirs, schools and dance groups, and a singalong finale in Trafalgar Square.
Click here for details.
easter special
BucketRace Scavenger Easter Hunt
March 30, 2023
BucketRace is organizing a 2024 Easter egg hunt for adults in London. Return to your childhood as you search for chocolate treats in central London. Complete tasks and challenges while having fun and collecting bonus points.
For more information, please visit www.bucketrace.com.
Golden Square, Brewer Street, Soho
St. John’s Smith Square Easter Festival
St John’s Smith Square, in collaboration with Southbank Sinfonia, has announced this year’s spectacular lunchtime and evening concert line-up, starting with a lunchtime show by the Civil Service Choir. The performance is free to attend and will be held in the Westminster/St. James Park area.
On the same evening, March 28, there will be a performance by the Purcell Singers, followed by a concert by the National Youth Choir.
More information: www.sjss.org.uk
St. John’s Smith Square, SW1P 3HA
Blue Orchid Hospitality Family Package
With World Heritage Sites and London’s iconic landmarks on your doorstep, it’s a family-friendly city.
Adjacent to the iconic Tower of London and just a short distance from Tower Bridge, enjoy luxury living for the whole family this Easter holiday. Check into a private, separate suite with a fully equipped kitchen and elegant lounge, and gift your child a goody bag on arrival. Take the whole family to a pizza making class and put your cooking skills to the test. Children eat free and enjoy authentic Italian cuisine. For adult luxury, why not enjoy a 10% discount on spa treatments?
Please feel free to reserve your convenient dates in March and April, as they will not be available for long.
Click here for details and reservations.
100 Minority, EC3N 1JY
the passion of jesus
March 29th, noon and 3:15 p.m.
Watch 100 actors perform Biblical stories during The Passion of Jesus, held annually on Good Friday in Trafalgar Square. The two 90-minute performances are free to attend.
Learn more about.
trafalgar square