What's on in the capital

Get your fill of fabulous florals at the Belgravia in Bloom festival, which is returning in May 2024 for its ninth year. With a nod to a summer of epic sporting events, this year's festival will bring the world of fun and games to life with eye-popping floral displays and unique experiences across our neighbourhood.

As one of the most unmissable highlights, heralding the beginning of the British Summer calendar, Chelsea Flower Show is a showcase of the most awe-inspiring garden designs and floral displays.

There is no event in the social calendar quite as revered as Royal Ascot. It is not merely an event, it is a realm reserved for the crème de la crème – the best in racing, the best in hospitality – and, of course, the best in style.

The world’s oldest and most prestigious tennis tournament is celebrating its 137th tournament in 2024. Experience the history and traditions of The Championships at Wimbledon.

Experience the phenomenal, groundbreaking, genre-bending artist SZA on the first Saturday of BST Hyde Park’s three weekends. SZA is joined by special guests Sampha and Snoh Aalegra.

Experience the Grammy Award-winning Kings Of Leon, who will headline on Sunday 30 June, with special guest Paolo Nutini and support from The Vaccines.

Experience Morgan Wallen - one of Country’s top touring artists. Wallen’s 57-show 2023 One Night At A Time World Tour delivered the man the New York Times dubbed “one of the biggest stars in pop, period" to fans worldwide, and Wallen will bring the show to BST Hyde Park for the first time this summer.

Experience a full day of spellbinding music in London’s iconic Hyde Park as part of the British Summer Time concert series, featuring performances from world-class classical music artists and emerging talent, before witnessing a spectacular performance from Andrea Bocelli.

Experience one of the UK’s greatest entertainers and global icon, Robbie Williams, at British Summer Time Hyde Park this Summer for a UK festival exclusive performance.

Experience the iconic global superstar Shania Twain live in London. She will take the stage on Sunday 7 July for her BST Hyde Park debut. Joining the line-up are special guests The Corrs.

Pop music icon Kylie Minogue joins the illustrious line-up of global superstars performing live in concert at this year's British Summer Time festival in London's Hyde Park.

Experience the legendary singer, songwriter and storyteller Stevie Nicks, at British Summer Time Hyde Park this Summer for a UK festival exclusive performance.

K-pop sensation Stray Kids are coming to London for a UK exclusive performance at British Summer Time Hyde Park this Summer.

Taylor Swift makes her long-awaited return to the UK and will play six London dates in the summer of 2024 as part of her ‘Eras’ world tour. Taylor Swift will play London’s Wembley Stadium on June 21st, 22nd and 23rd, as well as heading back two months later for another double-act on 15th, 16th and 17th of August 2024.

11 July - 29 September 2024

Visit Buckingham Palace

Buckingham Palace is recognised around the world as the home of The King, the focus of national and royal celebrations as well as the backdrop of the regular Changing the Guard ceremony. Explore the magnificent State Rooms, including the Throne Room, the Music Room, the Ballroom and the Palace Gardens, which are open to visitors for 10 weeks each summer.

The first exhibition of its kind exploring the extraordinary career of fashion model Naomi Campbell. Through the work of leading global designers and photographers, the iconic Victoria & Albert Museum celebrates her creative collaborations, activism and far-reaching cultural impact.

Experience cinema’s most iconic films with the score performed live by an orchestra in the spectacular surroundings of the Royal Albert Hall.

Blending cutting-edge technology, spectacular lighting, and some of the most beloved songs ever written, ABBA take to the stage in a whole new way. In a stunning, purpose-built arena, one of the most popular groups in history appear as digital avatars in a ‘ground-breaking’ (Metro) concert that really ‘needs to be seen to be believed’ (BBC).

Delve into the fantastical world of Tim Burton in this major exhibition exploring his remarkable creations and key collaborations with designers. This major exhibition will invite visitors into his world through an exploration of the design of his unique aesthetic. While most well-known for his cinematic work, this show will display the full extent of his production as an illustrator, painter, photographer and author, as well as exploring key collaborations with designers.

Londoners are proud of their abundant green spaces dotted around the city. Discover the beautiful Royal Parks, from wild Richmond Park for deer-spotting to nearby Hyde Park, Green Park and St James's Park which offer a welcome respite from busy city life.

There’s an impressive 250 years of history in the Royal Botanic Gardens at Kew, but they’re also paving the way for the future with not one, but two national bases for research into botanical studies. While you’re strolling through the Victorian Palm House or seeking out the luscious flora, scientists are working away in offices and laboratories behind the scenes.