London in 2024: FT Globetrotter’s month-by-month guide to what’s happening
The FT Globetrotter has a feast of things to do from blockbuster exhibitions to world class opera, music festivals, theatre - a comprehensive guide to London's cultural calendar. Click on the link below to view.
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The British Summer Social Season 2024
The British Social Season: Essential guide to your diary dates for 2024.
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Chinese New Year - the year of the Dragon - Feb 10th
Chinese New Year, also known as the Lunar New Year, always falls between late January and mid-February. In 2024, Chinese New Year falls on 10 February. The 2024 Chinese New Year festival in central London, organised by the London Chinatown Chinese Association (LCCA), takes place the day after Chinese New Year on 11 February.
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Valentines Day - Wednesday 14th February
The best dining suggestions, romantic activities and gift ideas to make Valentine's Day in London extra special in 2024.
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Mothers Day - Sunday 10th March
On the link below is a list of different things to do to celebrate courtesy of Visit London.
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Comic Relief - Red Nose Day Friday March 15th
Bake the wonkiest cake, run backwards dressed as a lobster, host a silly games night for your friends. Whatever you do this Red Nose Day, be sure to raise a smile, a laugh and a whole load of cash. The money you raise could help put food on plates and roofs over heads, keep little ones safe and help support families affected by conflict and climate change.
The BBC will be hosting a whole evening of entertainment and fundraising on fundraising on Friday 15th March. There will be a gala comedy night at the Palladium on Monday 26th February with a star studded line-up. For more details click here
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St Patricks Day Sunday March 17th
The Mayor of London’s annual St Patrick’s Day Festival celebration will take place on Sunday March 17 – the same day as the official holiday – and, as usual, thousands of revellers are expected to watch the parade wend its way from Hyde Park Corner to Whitehall, via St James’s Street, Pall Mall, and Cockspur Street. For more information click here
For other events and celebrations, parties etc please click on the link below.
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Easter Weekend 29th March - 1st April
Keep the whole family entertained over the Easter holidays with our roundup of the 43 best things to do during Easter 2024 in London.
From Easter egg hunts and special Easter events for kids and grownups, to the best chocolate shops and Easter opening hours in London, plan a fun-filled Easter break in the capital. Find things to do in London on Easter Sunday, Good Friday events and Easter Monday activities with a guide to London Easter ideas below courtesy of Visit London..
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British Summer Time begins Sunday 31st March
The clocks change on the last Sunday of March, moving forward by one hour. There may still be a chill in the air but this marks the beginning of British Summer Time (BST).
In 2024 the clocks go forward on 31 March at 1am in the UK.
Will I lose or gain an hour in bed?
Unfortunately, the spring forward means that we lose an hour in bed. An easy way to remember which way the clocks change is to think ‘spring forward' and 'fall back'.
St Georges Day 23rd April
Who is St George?
St. George's Day is celebrated on 23 April annually, and is recognised as England’s national day - the anniversary of his death in 303 AD. Admired for his bravery - the patron saint of England has captivated British imaginations since the Crusades and the Hundred Years' War. Read more, and about the Mayor's big event in Trafalgar Square on Sunday 21st April
May Bank Holidays - 6th and 27th May
Click on the link below to see some of the activities to see and do in May in London 2024.
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Fathers Day Sunday 16th June
Plan a day to remember this Father’s Day in London. From cultural attractions and top theatre to getting active outdoors and munching on foodie delights, there are so many ways to treat your dad in London this Father's Day.
Take a look at our Father’s Day 2024 ideas below courtesy of Visit London for top things to do with dad in London.
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