8 Things To Do This Weekend In London

Experience a whole new world at this light show

Running for a very limited time only is St Martin–in-the-Fields’ immersive live show, Space, The Universe, and Everything. 

This weekend, you’ll have the chance to explore our relationship with Earth and the universe around us through a sensory sound and life experience. You’ll be taken on a journey through space, following how galaxies emerge and our role in humanity. 

Expect to see footage of the first rocket launch, explore the creation story and the Big Bang, and experience Earth as if it’s looking back from space under a galaxy of stars.

When: Until 04.02.2023
Where: St Martin-in-the-Fields, Trafalgar Square, WC2N 4JJ 
Website: www.stmartin-in-the-fields.org

Unlock your inner child at Six by Nico

Looking for a fun-filled foodie adventure? Look to Six by Nico’s latest tasting menu for inspiration. 

Taking you on a gastronomic journey to Neverland, Chef Nico Simeone and his team have launched their latest six-week-long tasting menu, inspired by famous phrases and characters from the much-loved children’s tale, Peter Pan. 

Prepared with the most unusual ingredients and flavour combinations, expect dishes such as “Happy Thoughts…” – Mac & Cheese Croquettes; “The Lost Boys” – Ham Hough & Cheese ‘Toastie’; and “Captain Codfish” – Shellfish Risotto.

The Six Course Tasting Menu comes in at £44pp, with an additional wine pairing option at £35pp. Don’t miss your chance to book, the Neverland menu is available until 26th Feb.

When: Neverland available until 26.02.2023 
WHERE: SIX BY NICO FITZROVIA & CANARY WHARF
WEBSITE: WWW.SIXBYNICO.CO.UK

Celebrate the city’s independent music and arts scene

It’s Independent Venue Week, an annual seven-day celebration of independent music and arts venues and the people behind them. Every year, over 200 venues across the country take part in this growing celebration, hosting special performances, talks and events. 

Running until Sunday 5th, expect venues around the city to be putting on a performance to remember, including The Cavendish Arms’ Saturday show featuring names like DASA, Ewe & Friends, Facelift, Polyscraps and Vanity Fairy to name a few. Explore the Independent Venue Week website for more details on events running this weekend.

When: Until 05.02.2023 
Where: Venues across the city 
Website: www.independentvenueweek.com

Head to the city’s latest immersive exhibition, Heaven’s Gate 

London-based artist Macro Brambilla has launched a new collection of work ‘Heaven’s Gate’ that’s on view for the first time at Outernet London this month.

Spread across four storeys and shown through floor-to-ceiling 360 degree screens, the work explores the ‘spectacle of the Hollywood dream factory as a panoramic video collage where visitors ascend through psychedelic landscapes”.

Entirely mesmerising, head down to spiral into Brambilla’s iconic pop-culture world.

When: Until 26.02.2023 
Where: Outernet, Charing Cross Road, WC2H 8LH
Website: www.outernetglobal.com

Catch the National Theatre’s latest play, Phaedra

This February 2023 sees a brand new play making its stage debut. Created by Simon Stone (Yerma, Young Vic), Phaedra follows a female politician as she turns her focus away from her fierce career success to her personal life. 

After years of striving for political fame, her personal life has begun to unravel and the reappearance of her stepson threatens her foundations and beliefs. Will her actions that follow destroy everything she has tried so hard to achieve? 

Not London based? Check out these touring theatre shows.

When: Until 08.04.2023
Where: National Theatre, Upper Ground, SE1 9PX
Website: www.nationaltheatre.org.uk

Grab a bargain at East London’s vintage kilo sale

Whether you’re looking to grow your capsule wardrobe or absolutely love finding a bargain, head over to East London this weekend to dive into a giant vintage kilo sale. 

Taking place at The Art Pavilion, expect to find tonnes (literally) of sustainable, vintage, retro and branded fashion pieces to rummage through. Priced at £20 per kilo, you’ll be able to stuff your bags full of one-off pieces you won’t find on the high street. 

Fresh stock is added throughout the day so there’ll be plenty to search through. Bringing your own bag is encouraged.

When: 05.02.2023
Where: The Art Pavilion, Mile End Park, 
Website: www.fatsoma.com

Get dumplings from this new wonton pop-up

East London hotel The Gantry has teamed up with dumpling expert Mama Chen to launch a very tasty three-month kitchen residency. 

Chef and wonders Michelle Liu and Jonathan Augustine will be serving up Chinese dishes and steamed handmade dumplings, inspired by Michelle’s grandmother’s cooking. Dishes include green panda veggie dumplings packed with veggies and tofu; OG prawn and pork wonton soup bowl with chilli; steamed Cheung fun rice noodle rolls with sweet soy sauce; and smacked cucumber salad with soy, garlic and vinegar dressing. 

Go all out and order the ‘whole shebang’ dumpling feast designed for two, featuring all the dumplings, Cheung fun rice noodles, smacked cucumber and powerpuff tofu.

WHEN: THREE-MONTH RESIDENCY FROM 02.2023 
WHERE: THE GANTRY, 40 CELEBRATION AVENUE, STRATFORD, E20 1DB
WEBSITE: WWW.THEGANTRYLONDON.COM

Indulge in Pizza Pilgrims’ chocolatey dough rings

Go all out this weekend and stop by Pizza Pilgrims’ Kingly Court Kiosk for London’s more indulgent sweet treat. The Carnaby pizza branch has launched a pop-up serving up Nutella and chocolate stuffed rings. 

Think ricotta, dripping sweet Nutella and all of your favourite chocolate bars, all baked in their pizza dough. 

This is the ultimate cheat day treat.

Where: 11 Kingly Street, Carnaby, W1B 5PW
Website: www.pizzapilgrims.co.uk