9 Nov 2008 (annual) Cenotaph
For the annual Remembrance Day Service and Parade, the Royal Family lead a wreath-laying ceremony at the Cenotaph in Whitehall on the 2nd Sunday of November to commemorate those who fought and died in the two World Wars. More
May 2009 (annual) Trafalgar Square
Africa Day on Trafalgar Square is a free festival celebrating the culture of a colourful continent, with particular emphasis on the positive contributions that London's African communities have brought to the capital. Visitors can sample African cuisine and buy crafts. More
28 Sep 2008 (annual) St Mary le Bow
The second Harvest Festival of the Pearly Kings and Queens takes place at the church of St Mary Le Bow in Cheapside (there are two others). A parade precedes the event starting at Guildhall Yard with entertainment, marching bands, dancing, donkeys and carts, before moving to the church. Fruit and vegetables are given to the Whitechapel Mission for the Homeless. More
24 Jul - 26 Oct 2008 British Museum
The British Museum's latest blockbuster traces the life of one of the greatest Roman emperors. Hadrian: Empire and Conflict brings together 180 objects to throw light on the man, the emperor, his empire, wife and lover. More
Jun 2009 (annual) Hyde Park
Over 1000 naked, body-painted and scantily-clad cyclists turn out for the annual World Naked Bike Ride in London, protesting against climate change and the tyranny of the automobile. Motorists stuck in traffic jams may get more than they bargained for... More
May 2009 (annual) St Paul's Church
The annual Covent Garden May Fayre and Puppet Festival has been delighting the crowds for around 30 years. Processions, a church service and a host of shows, including birthday celebrations for Mr Punch, are accompanied by folk music, dancers, clowns and jugglers. More
12 Oct 2008 (annual) St Paul's Church
The last Harvest Festival of the Pearly Kings and Queens takes place at Covent Garden's St Paul's Church (two preceed in other London churches). Gifts of tins of food are made for the homeless at St Martins in the Field. More
25 Nov 2008 - 4 Jan 2009; not Mon (annual) Geffrye Museum
The Geffrye Museum's beautifully decorated period rooms present Christmas Past, a festive programme including workshops, talks, storytelling and concerts, examining 400 years of Christmas traditions in English homes. More
For the annual Remembrance Day Service and Parade, the Royal Family lead a wreath-laying ceremony at the Cenotaph in Whitehall on the 2nd Sunday of November to commemorate those who fought and died in the two World Wars. 
Africa Day on Trafalgar Square is a free festival celebrating the culture of a colourful continent, with particular emphasis on the positive contributions that London's African communities have brought to the capital. Visitors can sample African cuisine and buy crafts. 
