From Food To Festivals, Here’s What’s On This Weekend
After a few days of sunshine, London has descended into gloom with grey skies and rainy days upon us again – but don’t fret, there are still plenty of things to lift your spirits this weekend. From an art fair with some seriously cool pieces on display to Holi celebrations and London’s annual St. Patrick’s Day parade, here’s our guide to what to do this weekend:
Watch Cate Blanchett in The Seagull
Cate Blanchett stars as Arkadina, a celebrated actress whose larger-than-life presence dominates both the stage and her personal relationships. In The Seagull, she arrives at her family’s country estate for the weekend and finds herself caught in a storm of conflicting desires. Also starring Kodi Smit-McPhee, Tom Burke and Emma Corrin, dates for these are almost all sold out but we spotted a few tickets that you can snap up now.
When: running till 5th April
Where: Barbican Centre, Silk Street, London, EC2Y 8DS
Website: www.barbican.org.uk
Book a Mean Girls-themed experience at One Aldwych
In honour of the Savoy Theatre’s Mean Girls musical, One Aldwych is prepared to send you off with a cool cocktail and super-snack before the big show. The hotel has launched a Mean Girls-themed cocktail called She doesn’t even Sloe here (referring the iconic line She doesn’t even go here), plus delicious mini burgers and of course access to the best Mean Girls tickets available.
Where: 1 Aldwych, London, WC2B 4BZ
Website: www.onealdwych.com
Hop aboard the Le Grand Bus
There are two things that sum up the classic tourist experience in London – buses and afternoon tea. Put them together and you can get a luxury bus ride with stunning views of London, along with a feast of gourmet bites featuring champagne, wine or whisky. The Le Grand Bus is perfect for families, friends, couples or even private hire if you have a big group. From cosy sofas to tables by the window, take your pick on the seat of your voice, and set off on a real London adventure.
Website: www.legrandbus.com
Check out this pop-up at Selfridges
House of Bandits by Sarabande Foundation, the charitable foundation established by Lee Alexander McQueen, has launched a concept store and gallery with a curation of limited-edition products alongside a programme of talks and artist workshops. The store, run by Sarabande, will sell the work created by its artists and designers as well as exclusives and special limited-edition designs by its friends and supporters.
when: till 23rd march
where: 400 Oxford St, London W1C 1JS
website: www.sarabandefoundation.org
Join in the St Patrick’s Day celebrations
Expect a multitude of green as St Patrick’s Day takes over central London for a spectacular parade. There will be floats, marching bands, dance troupes and pageantry, as the parade makes its way from Hyde Park, past Trafalgar Square and onto Whitehall, where it ends. There’s also a line-up of comedy, music, spoken word, Irish film and TV film shorts, and even Irish dance workshops, so wear your favourite shade of green and get involved.
When: 16th march
Where: Trafalgar Square, Westminster, London, WC2N 5DN, GB
Website: www.london.gov.uk
Check out the Affordable Art Fair
Affordable Art Fair will return to Battersea Park for the first of its Spring 2025 editions. You can expect an incredible array of work from contemporary artists for under £10,000, featuring over 110 contemporary galleries from across 18 countries, with plenty of new galleries exhibiting for the very first time, as well as more than a hundred artists making their debut. This sounds perfect for any art fans who need a Spring interior makeover.
When: 12th to 16th march
Where: Battersea Park, 12-16 March 2025
Website: www.affordableartfair.com
Enjoy a Sunday roast at Terra by Carlo Cracco
There’s nothing quite like a hearty Sunday roast to brighten up a chilly weekend. Expect succulent meats served with fried baby potatoes, charcoal-grilled seasonal vegetables, Italian focaccia and gravy. Whether you’re looking for a cosy meal with your loved ones or a chance to catch up with friends, this Sunday roast is the perfect way to enjoy your weekend.
Where: 135 Bishopsgate, London, Greater London EC2M 3YD
Website: www.eataly.co.uk
Go on a solo date in Primrose Hill
Arguably one of the most beautiful parts of London and the ideal location for a solo date on a sunny spring day in London, Primrose Hill is the perfect place to head to this weekend. Gra lunch at It’s Bagels, get a coffee at Arvo Cafe, shop for books at Daunt Books and finally, take in those views at the top of the hill.
The ideal location for a solo date on a sunny spring day in London, Primrose Hill is the perfect place to head to.
Try these colourful dishes for Holi
To mark the arrival of Spring, Eat Momo is celebrating Holi with a spread of colourful momos available from the 10th to the 16th of March. The team have collaborated with chefs Kushal Rai from The Cocochine and Esther Lalthlanpuii from A Wong to develop colourful dough which represents spring, nature and love. Made with natural dyes extracted from turmeric, spinach and beetroot. Served with tomato chutney and spicy chilli pickle for dipping, fillings will include chicken flavoured with coriander and spices and vegetable momo packed with ginger.
where: Arch 229, 1 Bank End, London, SE1 9FJ
website: www.eatmomo.uk
