Sep 2010 (annual) St Mary-le-Bow Church
Each year there are three Harvest Festivals organised by London's Pearly Kings and Queens. This first follows a parade from Guildhall Yard in the City and takes place in St Mary-le-Bow Church, Cheapside. More
12 Jun 2010 (annual) London
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 2011 (annual) St Paul's Church
In St Paul's Church garden, near where Samuel Pepys first sighted Mr Punch in 1662, British puppeteers woo audiences at the annual Covent Garden May Fayre and Puppet Festival. Celebrate Mr Punch's birthday with folk music, clowns and Maypole dancing. More
Nov 2010 (annual) Battersea Park
One of the most famous and spectacular firework displays in London takes place in Battersea Park every year. Around 55,000 warmly dressed folk stare skywards and drink mulled wine as the spectacular fireworks go off accompanied by music and lights. More
Sep 2010 (annual) London Underwriting Centre
Hundreds of runners in gorilla costumes jog across the city from the London Underwriting Centre at the annual Great Gorilla Run, in aid of the Gorilla Organisation. Raise a minimum of £400 in sponsorship and don your free gorilla suit. More
Nov 2010 (annual) Blackheath
One of the capitals most famous and dazzling firework displays goes off with a bang on Blackheath in South London. The display, organised by Lewisham City Council, guarantees to be full of dazzling colours. More
Nov - Dec 2010; Sun only (various dates) Fortnum & Mason
Fortnum & Mason celebrates a proper festive tradition - old-fashioned Christmas storytelling around the tree: a perfect Christmas activity for all the family in the run-up to Christmas. Book in advance to enjoy this seasonal treat. More
Dec 2010 (annual) The O2
Christmas explodes with a bang at The O2 for the Classic FM Christmas Spectacular. Smiley pop star Myleene Klass and classical music promoter Raymond Gubbay present a show filled with carols, Christmas number ones and indoor fireworks. More