11 Fun Ways To Spend The First October Weekend
Swifties, this weekend is all about you. Taylor Swift has her 12th album release slated for Friday, 3rd October, and we expect everyone to be at home and dancing, or head to a London theatre for the official release party. There are also some fun markets to check out, a very dog-friendly street event in Chelsea and the beginning of Mid-Autumn Festival celebrations. Here are our picks of what to do this weekend:
Attend Oktoberfest on the Pier
Step into a slice of Munich at Fulham Pier, which promises to be London’s coolest Oktoberfest celebration. Look forward to great German beer from the Löwenbräu Brewery, traditional food, live entertainment and plenty of Bavarian fun. Taking place on 4th October at the Orange Box, the band Brass Rascals will be performing, after which a DJ will take over till late.
when: 4th October
where: Fulham Pier
website: www.fulhampier.com
Explore the new Karl Lagerfeld collection
Head to Westfield London for the launch of the new Karl Lagerfeld Fall/Winter 2025 collection that features Paris Hilton. From trendy fold-down boots to clutch bags and blazer dresses, it’s the perfect time to shop for pieces for your new winter wardrobe.
where: Westfield, Ariel Way, London W12 7GF
website: www.westfield.com
Spend an afternoon at Canary Wharf
Canary Wharf is home to some of London’s coolest restaurants and bars as well as shops, wellness outlets and more. Spend an afternoon here and visit Barbarella for great Italian food, get a luxury mani-pedi at Awe London, shop for handcrafted floral arrangements from The Flower Club and finally, relax at a sauna session at the wellness centre, arc.
where: Canary Wharf, E14 5EW
website: www.canarywharf.com
Party at STK Strand
Every Friday at STK Strand brings a cool party atmosphere where you can enjoy food from the à la carte menu that can take you from prime cuts to fresh seafood, along with show-stopping desserts, all paired with exclusive Patrón cocktails. There will also be live entertainment planned with DJs and dancers.
Every Friday at STK Strand brings a cool party atmosphere to the table.
where: STK Strand, ME London, 336-337, Strand, London, WC2R 1HA
website: www.stksteakhouse.com
Celebrate World Sake Day
In celebration of World Sake Day on 1st October, The Beaufort Bar at The Savoy has partnered with KAY Sake for an exclusive three-day menu. Highlights include the KAY Sake Martini, paired with a caviar bump and a glass of KAY Sake on the side. Available every evening from 5pm, it’s the ideal way to enjoy this special drink.
when: 2nd to 4th october
where: The Beaufort Bar at The Savoy
website: www.thesavoylondon.com
Celebrate the release of Taylor Swift’s new album
Swifties have plenty to be excited about this weekend, with the release of her 12th album. Head to theatres across London for Taylor Swift: The Release Party of a Showgirl, where you can watch the exclusive world premiere of the music video, “The Fate of Ophelia”, along with behind-the-scenes footage from the music video shoot, brand new lyric videos, and Taylor’s never-before-seen personal reflections on songs from her 12th studio album, The Life of a Showgirl.
Swifties have plenty to be excited about this weekend, with the release of her 12th album.
when: 3rd to 5th october
where: theatres across London
website: www.odeon.co.uk
Visit the Independent Jewellers’ Market
Shop for stunning artist-made jewellery directly from the makers at the Independent Jewellers’ Market, where over 100 established and emerging international jewellery artists and designers will be showcasing their products. Shop elegant, handcrafted pieces available across different budgets, whether you’re in the mood for custom necklaces, pearl bracelets, bold bangles or porcelain brooches.
WHEN: 4TH OCTOBER
WHERE: SE15 3SN, Copeland Rd, London
WEBSITE: WWW.diyartmarket.com
Take your pet to Chelsea Dog Day
Expect plenty of tail wagging at Chelsea Dog Day, an event in support of the organisation Pets As Therapy. There will be plenty of pet-friendly activities, plus a doggie market running from 10am to 4pm. Plus, this year, Colbert Restaurant is collaborating with British artist and illustrator, Charlie Taylor, who has designed a limited-edition, dog-friendly neckerchief. Those dining at the restaurant on 4th October will receive a seriously cute complimentary neckerchief for their dog to take home.
when: 4th October
where: Kings Road, chelsea,
website: www.kingsroad.co.uk
Expect plenty of tail wagging at Chelsea Dog Day, an event in support of the organisation Pets As Therapy.
Head to Bounce for bottomless brunch
Take your friends along and sip on craft cocktails, eat delicious pizza, and play a game of ping-pong, all while you enjoy some top tunes. Every Saturday and Sunday, Bounce has a fabulous bottomless brunch starting at just £30, where you can get drinks, food, entertainment and plenty of play time.
when: every weekend
where: across London
website: www.bouncepingpong.com
Enjoy limited-edition mooncakes
Head to Yú Gé at Park Hyatt London River Thames, the hotel’s authentic Cantonese restaurant, to celebrate the mid-autumn festival with traditional Cantonese dishes and Chinese wine. The highlight is the lovely handcrafted mooncakes by Chef Xiaoling that come in two unique flavours: lotus paste with custard-salted egg yolk and chestnut and taro with mixed nuts.
where: 7 Nine Elms Ln, Nine Elms, London SW8 5PH
website: www.hyattrestaurants.com
Visit the Guinness Bar at The Ned
If you’ve been watching the House of Guinness and are suddenly craving a nice cold glass of beer, we wouldn’t blame you. Head to The Ned to visit the Guinness Bar for what they say is the best pint of Guinness in the city. Plus, there’s a lineup of Guinness-inspired bar snacks and cocktails that you can try.
Where: 27 Poultry, London, EC2R 8AJ
website: www.thened.com
Check out this new London opening
Freshly launched at The Beaumont Mayfair, Rosi is one of London’s most exciting new openings. The Michelin-starred chef Lisa Goodwin-Allen will reimagine culinary classics, so you’ll find nostalgic snacks like chipolata sausages, while on the main menu, there’s corn-fed chicken Diane, John Dory fish fingers and chicken kyiv and an old-fashioned pork pie that pays homage to traditional British favourites.
where: The Beaumont Mayfair, Brown Hart Gardens, W1K 6TF
Website: www.thebeaumont.com/dining/rosi
