10 Fun Things For This Weekend, From Victoria Beckham’s Sale to New Exhibits
Depending on if you follow the religious, Gregorian, Julian, or meteorological calendar, we’ve celebrated the first weekend of spring about 10 times already. But one thing is for certain; there’s been a slight uptick in the weather, hasn’t there? Our Weekend Guide is particularly spring-themed this time, from colourful exhibits and horticulture masterclasses in London, to live music and literary festivals.
Scroll on for what to book this weekend:
See a new exhibit at The Gagosian
The Gagosian is known for their provocative and forward-thinking exhibitions, and a visit to one of its galleries across the world is always sure to spark something you hadn’t quite thought of or felt before. This exhibition in their London space is all about German artist Albert Oehlen and follows a similar theme.
Oehlen’s paintings are ambiguous and distorted with vibrant colour palettes, deliberately meant to provoke contrasting interpretations. Back in the 90s he also ran his own label of experimental electronica, so expect motifs of music, as well as cinematography.
when: 21.03.2024 – 11.05.2024
where: 20 Grosvenor Hill, London W1K 3QD
website: gagosian.com
Switch off for Earth Hour
All across the world, lights are being turned off between 8:30 pm and 9:30 pm GMT on Saturday 23 March for Earth Hour, an initiative started by the WWF.
Just 60 minutes of freedom for electrical power makes a quite staggering difference, so there’s no excuse not to make dinner just a little early. Among the landmarks in London participating will be Big Ben and the Houses of Parliament.
when: 23.03.2024
website: earthhour.org
Shop Victoria Beckham’s private collection
Ever enviously wished you could steal Victoria Beckham’s wardrobe? Now is your chance.
Arlettie is putting on a sample sale straight from Victoria’s private collection. Known for her eye for unique fabrics, impeccable tailoring and confident use of colour, this is a great way to snap up some forever pieces at a fraction of the price.
Reserve your slot for the Victoria Beckham sale, and discover the sales from BY FAR and Finlay running at the same time, below.
when: 26.03.2024 – 28.03.2024
website: arlettie.com
Combine art and food at Ochre
The National Gallery is the ultimate free weekend activity in London for two reasons. Firstly, the art. But, almost as crucially, they also have great dining options.
This weekend try out our new favourite Ochre, perfect for an indulgent Sunday lunch following a stroll around the gallery. Food is served in their all-day dining bar and restaurant, which offers Hereford beef wellington every Sunday.
where: National Gallery, Trafalgar Sq, London WC2N 5DN
website: ochre.london.com
See London light up for Ramadan
Ramadan began on the 10th March, and lasts until Eid on the 9th of April. For the first time, London’s Piccadilly Circus has been lit up with Ramadan lights to welcome the Islamic holy month of fasting.
Head into town to see it transform with the glow of Ramadan light.
when: 10.03.2024 – 09.04.2024
where: Piccadilly Circus, London
Get a head start on gardening at this horticulture masterclass
This Saturday you’re invited to take part in an interactive and seasonal masterclass at Petersham Nurseries in Covent Garden, led by Head of Floristry, Therese Johansson, and Head of Horticulture, Thomas Broom Hughes.
The two-hour morning Spring Bulb Planter workshop will give gardeners of both big and small spaces the chance to create the perfect planter for a joyful springtime display, using flowering annuals and spring bulbs to create wistfully wild arrangements.
when: 23.03.2024
where: 31 King St, London WC2E 9DS
website: petershamnurseries.com
Sample some live music
Few weekend activities are better than listening to live music. No gigs lined up this week? No matter, because Sofar Sounds has you covered.
From Bermondsey, Hackney, and Shoreditch, and including established acts and newcomers, these concerts include three diverse acts each with their own musical style at every show.
when: 22.03.2024 – 25.03.2024
where: across London
website: sofarsounds.com
Get experimental at Raven Row
For unique, never-before-seen, and challenging exhibitions, checking what’s on in Raven Row should be your first point of action. Their new showcase, Some May Work as Symbols, takes a look at the contrasting artistic approaches in Brazil from between the 1950s and 70s.
Made in collaboration with the Museum of Modern Art of Rio de Janeiro, the exhibit reflects on absences or exclusions in Brazilian art historiography. Presenting work by thirty artists, much of which has never been seen in the UK before, this exhibition draws principally on collections from museums in Rio, São Paulo, and Bahia.
when: 07.03.2024 – 05.05.2024
where: 56 Artillery Ln, London E1 7LS
website: ravenrow.org
2 events worth travelling for
Head to Oxford for this literary festival
Oxford and books are a match made in old-timey heaven, and this month sees their annual literary festival take place. Talks range from political journalists, children’s authors, and Booker-prize winners all musing on the past and future of literature.
Stop by this weekend for talks from the likes of Susie Dent, Lemony Snicket (real name Daniel Handler), Jacqueline Wilson, and Grace Blakeley.
when: 16.03.2024 – 24.03.2024
website: oxfordliteraryfestival.org
Start the spring celebrations in Falmouth
I don’t know about you, but my tolerance for winter ran out sometime around the first week of January, so to say I’m ready for Spring to start is an understatement.
To celebrate the arrival of springtime, Falmouth is putting on a Spring Flower Show this Saturday and Sunday. Dating back 110 years, this is the event we need right now.
when: 23.03.2024 – 24.03.2024
website: propercornwall.com
