Dec 2010 (various dates) Royal Albert Hall
In an impressive 18th-century-style setting at the Royal Albert Hall, Carols by Candlelight combines traditional Christmas songs with festive music by Handel, Bach, Vivaldi and Corelli. The Mozart Festival Orchestra play in period costume and special readings accompany the music. More
Apr 2011 (annual) Cabot Square
Join the party at Cabot Square in London's Canary Wharf this April. Hundreds gather to celebrate the beginning of the Sikh New Year, known as Vaisakhi. The event is jam-packed with Bhangra music, dance, Sikh martial arts and food. More
May 2011 (annual) Trafalgar Square
The Sikh Vaisakhi Festival takes place on Trafalgar Square, featuring messages of peace and prayers, followed by afternoon performances of traditional and modern Asian music and dance. Vegetarian food prepared by the Sikh community is on offer throughout the afternoon. More
Nov 2010 (annual) River Thames
Brave men pile a large amount of explosives onto barges on the River Thames for the Lord Mayor's Fireworks Display. Held between Waterloo and Blackfriars Bridges, it's close to the Houses of Parliament, where Guy Fawkes attempted to change history... More
Oct 2010 (annual) Courthouse Doubletree by Hilton
Don your scariest costume and descend into the darkest depths of 'the chambers' of the Courthouse Doubletree by Hilton hotel in London, for this deliciously decadent Halloween party. Luring an assortment of ghouls and spooks, gruesome guests cavort until the witching hour. More
Jul 2010 (annual) Islington
Naadam brings traditional Mongolian wrestling, archery, food and music to Islington, London this year. The one-day event is combined with the Mongolian Charity Rally, ending with a closing ceremony and a presentation of prizes to the Naadam wrestling champions. More
Apr 2011 (annual) Southbank Centre
Alchemy is a major new festival celebrating contemporary and traditional culture from India. Taking place at London's Southbank Centre, the programme of events ranges from live music and dance, to literature, food, debate and fashion. More
Jan 2011 (various dates) Hammersmith Town Hall
Dance highland reels, eat haggis, drink plenty of whisky and recite the famous lines of Scotland's much-loved poet, Robert Burns, at the Burns Night Ceilidh Club in Hammersmith Town Hall. Both absolute beginners and experts are welcome. More
In an impressive 18th-century-style setting at the Royal Albert Hall, Carols by Candlelight combines traditional Christmas songs with festive music by Handel, Bach, Vivaldi and Corelli. The Mozart Festival Orchestra play in period costume and special readings accompany the music. 
The Sikh Vaisakhi Festival takes place on Trafalgar Square, featuring messages of peace and prayers, followed by afternoon performances of traditional and modern Asian music and dance. Vegetarian food prepared by the Sikh community is on offer throughout the afternoon. 
