13 Things To Do This Weekend
We’re in peak summer mode and we’ve got a line-up of brilliant events taking place this weekend. From the return of ALSO Festival to giant screens showing the Wimbledon finals, these are the best events to look out for this weekend.
Things To Do This Weekend, From ALSO Festival To Tate Modern’s New Exhibit
Head to a Mediterranean-inspired terrace
Not heading to the Med this summer? Enjoy the next best thing courtesy of Coppa Club and their beautiful Mediterranean-inspired terraces.
Renowned for the long balmy days and heady nights, Coppa Club is recreating that vibe at their Tower Bridge, Cobham and Brighton terraces this summer. Perfect for catching up with friends over a bite to eat, book yourself into one of their iconic igloos for a dreamy lunch. Menu highlights include the antipasti plate with Tuscan fennel salami, prosciutto, buffalo bocconcini, warm breads, chilli jam and caperberries; rare seared yellow fish with new potatoes, green beans, black olives, lemon and anchovy mayo; and pistachio and mortadella sourdough pizza.
Where: Tower Bridge, Cobham & Brighton
Website: www.coppaclub.co.uk
Experience The Greatest Night of the Jazz Age
This weekend, you’re invited to travel back in time to 1930s New York to uncover the true story of Belle Livingstone’s 58th Street Country Club, a raucous Manhattan super club born in the final years of Prohibition.
Brought to life by experience experts, The Lost Estate, you can expect to enter New York’s speakeasy scene and Ms. Belle Livingstone’s legendary club that, for a brief few hours, became a playground of Hollywood Queens, Harlem Kings and Park Avenue tycoons until it was raided by Federal agents never to be opened up again – until now.
Following its sell-out success, the show has been extended for the final time, with dates running until late September. This must-see experience features a jaw-dropping set by long-term collaborators Darling and Edge, a culinary odyssey by Executive head Chef Ash Clarke (ex-Gordon Ramsey Group) and the best live jazz band in London, led by Rory Simmons (Blur, Jamie Cullum). Don’t miss out, get your tickets now.
When: until 24.09.2023
Where: 9 beaumont avenue, w14 9lp
Website: www.jazzage.thelostestate.com
Catch Carnaby’s summer installation
If there’s one neighbourhood that does installations well, it’s Carnaby. The recycling brand has created the destination’s latest, Are You Mad, coming in the form of three hand-heart-shaped arches suspended over Carnaby Street and Newburgh Street.
Sitting alongside the existing Welcome To Carnaby Street arches that have also been upcycled, the installations have been made using waste plastic sourced from local shops and restaurants. A grand total of 684kg of recycled plastic waste has been used to create these striking rainbow arches. Head down this weekend to catch a glimpse for yourself.
When: until mid september
Where: Carnaby
Website: www.carnaby.co.uk
See Jools Holland live at Kew the Music
The picnic concerts at Kew have returned for another summer season. This July expect some huge acts to be performing in the historical gardens, from Bastille to The Human League.
On Sunday, the series comes to a close with a finale from Jools Holland & His Rhythm & Blues Orchestra. Expect electrifying energy to come alive as Jools and co bring the big band vibes to Richmond.
When: until 16.07.2023
Where: Kew Gardens Road, Richmond, TW9 3AE
Website: www.kewthemusic.org
Book yourself into this new brunch
A new summer brunch series has landed at Berkeley Square’s Sexy Fish this month. Running on three select Sundays only, the series features tasty dishes, innovative cocktails and live music.
Each week the restaurant’s talented chefs will transport guests to some of the world’s most famous coastal paradises – this week’s theme is Copacabana. To pair alongside the dishes, the team’s mixologists have crafted a menu to pair with the dishes.
When: Running 16.07.23, 23.07.23 & 30.07.2023
Where: Berkeley Square House, Berkeley Square, W1J 6BR
Website: www.sexyfish.com
Catch the Wimbledon finals on the big screen
We feel like we’ve blinked and almost missed Wimbledon this year! This weekend sees the Championships come to an epic slam finish as the players battle it out to the finishing serve at this year’s finals.
The women’s singles final will be taking place on Saturday, while the men’s singles will see the games come to a close on Sunday.
If you aren’t heading down to catch a game yourself, enjoy the next best thing and soak up the atmosphere at one of London’s top big screens to watch the finals.
Check out REFY’s first lifestyle concept studio
Launching for this weekend only, REFY Beauty’s first lifestyle concept, The Studio, lands on Soho’s Greek Street.
Head down to the four-day pop-up and book yourself in for a pilates, yoga or sound healing class. After your class, you’ll be gifted a REFY goody bag and an iced vanilla matcha or iced coffee to cool you down from the workout. It’s a great opportunity to get a feel for the beauty brand before trying out your goodies at home for yourself.
When: 13.07.2023 – 16.07.2023
Where: 19 Greek Street, Soho, W1D 4DT
Website: www.refybeauty.com
Party it up at Kaleidoscope Festival
Landing at Ally Pally this weekend is the London festival favourite, Kaleidoscope. Taking over the Palace Park on Saturday 15th, expect an epic line-up including Hot Chip, George Fitzgerald, Gaz Coombes, Girls of the Internet and Antony Szmierek.
More into your comedy? Expect big-name comics Nina Conti, Joe Lycett, Masie Adam and Barrioke (Barry from Eastenders) to be throwing some jokes at the Fringe Stage.
When: 15.07.2023
Where: Alexandra Palace Park, N22
Website: www.kaleidoscope-festival.com
Catch Tate Modern’s new exhibition
Tate Modern’s newest exhibition is a celebration of contemporary African photography in today’s society. Showcasing artists from different generations, A World in Common Contemporary African Photography takes a look at how photography, film and audio have been used to reimagine Africa’s cultures and historical narratives.
Expect themes of spirituality, identity, urbanism and climate emergency to come into play through different artists’ works.
When: until 14.01.2024
Where: Tate Modern, Bankside, SE1 9TG
Website: www.tate.org.uk
Book Ahead: Live at the Palace
If you missed out on the first Live at the Palace weekender, then you’re in luck as their second weekend is just around the corner and jam-packed with huge music legends and rising stars.
Presented by Robomagic, Live at the Palace will once again be taking over Fulham Palace. The weekend will kick off on Friday 28th July with OMD, Orchestral Manoeuvres in the Dark, headlining the night. Saturday 29th will see British music icon Emeli Sandé headlining, alongside special guests Sinéad Harnett and Lady Blackbird. While on Sunday 30th, join the likes of UB40 feat. Ali Campbell and his incredible nine-piece band as they headline the final night.
When: 28.07.2023 – 30.07.2023
Where: Fulham Palace, Bishop’s Avenue, SW6 6EA
Website: www.seetickets.com
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Visit the UK’s top new retail destination
Take a trip out of the city to the UK’s new curated retail village, Ben’s Yard, that’s just opened up in Ely, Cambridgeshire. There’s something for everyone at Ben’s Yard, whether you’re after a shopping experience or somewhere to reconnect with nature.
Set up by owners Alastair and Victoria Morbey, Ben’s Yard champions local businesses and great British brands, creating a new retail destination with a difference. Located just one mine from Ely Cathedral, the space has welcomed locally renowned brands, from boutique fashion and lifestyle to hand-picked homewares.
Feeling peckish? Stop by Ben’s Yard Restaurant for a healthy breakfast, light lunch or early dinner. Home to botanical interiors, you’ll find the talented kitchen team serving up dishes made with seasonal and locally produced ingredients.
Once you’ve finished whizzing around the shops, head out for a stomp around one of the many wildflower trails set within the 250-acre reserve.
Where: Ben’s Yard, Stuntney Estate, Ely, Cambridgeshire, CB7 5TR
Website: www.bensyard.co.uk
Boogie at this family-friendly festival
From comedy acts that’ll have you roaring with laughter to family-friendly rap battles, there’s something for everyone at ALSO Festival.
Held in Park Farm in Warwick, ALSO Festival returns this weekend with a line-up that’s set to impress. Foodies can look forward to woodland dining, oyster tasting, Japanese cooking masterclasses and empowering talks from legends in the industry. While music heads can expect killer performances blasting all weekend long.
When: 14.07.2023 – 16.07.2023
Where: Park Farm, Compton Verney, Warwick, CV35 9HJ
Website: www.also-festival.com
Get inspired at this photography exhibit
One of the most talked about touring photography exhibitions, the International Garden Photographer of the Year has landed at Blenheim Palace for the summer. The exhibition features an impressive line-up of awe-inspiring work from photographers from around the world.
This year’s exhibit features work from Claire Carter, Gianluca Benini, Caroline Piek, Gigi Williams and Jay Birmingham.
When: until 23.08.2023
Where: Blenheim Palace, Woodstock, OX20 1PP
websitE: www.blenheimpalace.com