London Events
Chelsea Flower Show
The Chelsea Flower Show's ground-breaking designs, fine floral collections and new plant unveilings draw horticultural enthusiasts from far and wide to the grounds of London's Royal Hospital Chelsea for five days in May. Members of the British Royal Family can be spotted perusing the dazzling show gardens created by leading garden designers. The main topic of conversation is who should be crowned the Best Show Garden.
Date: 22 May 2023 - 27 May 2023Venue: Royal Hospital, Chelsea.
Cost:
Various
Notting Hill Carnival
West London erupts into one massive Caribbean street party over the August Bank Holiday weekend as Notting Hill Carnival takes over the area. On the last Sunday and Monday in August, this free event spreads over Ladbroke Grove, Notting Hill and beyond, with DJ sets, live musicians and wonderful Caribbean food stalls. On the Monday, the main parade sees a flurry of flamboyant costumes, energetic dancing, musicians and floats make its way through the crowds.
Date: 27 August 2023 - 28 August 2023Venue: Notting Hill and Ladbroke Grove.
Website: https://nhcarnival.org/
Cost:
Free.
New Year's Eve fireworks
Every New Year's Eve in London, the city comes alive with celebrations, fireworks and parties in every corner of the capital. The riverside fireworks extravaganza is nothing short of beautiful and draws thousands of people to the Thames.
Date: 31 December 2023 - 31 December 2023Venue: River Thames.