This sunny weekend, you’ll be spoiled for choice if you’re looking for a fun way to spend it. From a free festival that promises music, food and dancing to a dog-friendly event we attend every year, here’s our guide to making the best of these days in the sun. Plus, there’s plenty on for beauty lovers, with pop-ups launching from your favourite brands.

Attend this free festival

London’s favourite free festival returns to the Greenwich Peninsula with plenty of great food, independent makers markets, creative conversations and even some dancing. Workshops include dog training, pottery making, sound exploration and upcycling, and there will be conversations around fashion, education and community. Plus, you can shop at Charity Super.Mkt’s debut pop-up at the festival.

When: Sunday 19th May
Where: Greenwich Peninsula Central Park
Website: www.greenwichpeninsula.co.uK

Visit Kérastase’s pop-up

Expect long lines for this one, but it sounds like it’ll be worth it. Kérastase House of Gloss is celebrating the launch of their new Gloss Absolu collection with a special pop-up that includes a cute photobooth, a free hair bar to get your hair done, a charm bar to make bracelets and a scalp scan installation where you can find out more about your scalp health. Plus, there are masterclasses that you can book ahead for.

Expect long lines for this one – but it sounds like it’ll be worth it.

When: till 18th may
Where: 59 Greek Street, Soho London
Website: www.kerastase.co.uk

Take your dog on a day out

 If you’re looking for a chance to spend some quality time with your dog, Goodwoof is one of our favourite festivals to attend this time of the year. From woodland walks and sound bathing to dog astrology and yoga (or DOGA, as they say), there’s plenty to do for every kind of dog (and human). Plus, there’s a dedicated wellness centre where you can learn all about understanding your dog’s body language and canine first aid – or, just take your dog for a splash at Fido’s Lido. There’s plenty to love here for all humans and dogs involved.

When: 17th to 18th may
Where: Kennel Hill, Chichester, West Sussex, PO18 0PN
Website: www.goodwood.com

Book this bottomless brunch

Unleash your competitive side at Electric Shuffle for a reinvented shuffleboard game that’s got a high-tech makeover. Plus, on weekends, you can book a fabulous bottomless brunch, a two-hour brunch session with endless sourdough pizza. And to top it all off, Electric Shuffle is celebrating all things spring and floral with a limited-edition spring cocktail menu available until the end of May – think flavours of peach, rhubarb and berries.

Unleash your competitive side at Electric Shuffle for a reinvented shuffleboard game.

Where: across london
Website: www.electricshuffle.com

Head to this wellness festival

Timed to coincide with Mental Health Awareness Week, the Fitzrovia Quarter Wellness Festival is the place to be this weekend. We’ve got our eyes on rooftop workout sessions with fitness studios FS8 and F45 that can take you from pilates to strength training. We’re also excited to try Pahli Hill’s special wellness menu that’s vegan and ayurvedic-inspired. Bookmark this festival for a great way to spend this weekend.

when: till 18th may
where: fitzrovia quarter, LONDON
website: www.fitzroviaquarter.co.uk

Have a picnic in the park

Forget sandwiches and crisps, Rosa’s Thai is elevating your spring picnic with its glorious Thai food. Choose the click & collect option on the website, and that’s all you need for a stunning lunch out in your favourite park. The all-day menu includes green or red curry, drunken noodles, pad thai, chicken or papaya salad and lots of other nibbles.

Where: across london
Website: www.rosasthai.com

Visit this sunny rooftop bar

Bring your dog along to The Nest on Sunday, 18th May for their monthly special Paws & Portraits: Drinks on the Woof session. Sip on seasonal drinks while the renowned illustrator Bee Davies brings your furry friends to life with lovely live dog portraits. Best of all, you get to take home a unique doggie illustration that’s going to look great in your living room.

when: Sunday 18th May, 1pm to 3pm
where: 14-15 Langham Place, London, W1B 2QS
website: www.treehousehotels.com

Watch a film outdoors at the Barbican

From cult classics to international gems, Barbican’s outdoor cinema is the perfect spot to spend an evening while enjoying a new film (or an old one you love). Grab a bite from the market, sip a cocktail in the lush conservatory and watch the sun set over the city at this gorgeous open-air screening – it’s the perfect spring weekend activity.

When: TILL 31ST AUGUST
Where: Barbican Centre, Silk Street, London, EC2Y 8DS
Website: www.barbican.org.uK

Visit the new Laneige pop-up

Here’s another beauty pop-up you don’t want to miss. To celebrate the launch of the Laneige Glaze Craze Tinted Lip Serums, including the latest member of the collection, Maple Glaze, LANEIGE is hosting a pop-up at The Piazza, Covent Garden this weekend. From custom-designed limited-edition tees to collectable keychains. This looks like a super fun beauty event to have on your radar this weekend.

This looks like a super fun beauty event to have on your radar this weekend.

When: 17th & 18th May
Where: The Piazza, Covent Garden
Website: www.lookfantastic.com

Explore this literary festival

The four-day Fleet Street Quarter Festival of Words brings over 40 free and ticketed events to the heart of London’s historic publishing quarter. Covering everything from spoken word and fiction to broadcast and AI, the festival is set to be an exciting celebration of journalism and literature. Expert appearances from acclaimed author, Jojo Moyes, Booker Prize-winning author, Ben Okri, BBC journalist Reeta Chakrabati, and lots more.

When: 14th to 17th may
Where: FLEET STREET QUARTER, EC4A 2DQ
Website: www.fleetstreetquarter.co.uk

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