Totally Thames
Totally Thames is an annual festival in London that celebrates the River Thames and its surrounding environment, culture, and history. The event takes place throughout September, offering a wide range of activities, including art installations, live performances, boat races, guided walks, and educational programs.
Along the Thames | 30 August — 30 September
Batman Unmasked
Explore Gotham-themed rooms, iconic Batsuits, and Super-Villain outfits, including Poison Ivy and Mr. Freeze. The exhibition offers interactive experiences for young fans, professional photo ops, and a retail area featuring exclusive merchandise and classic Batman items.
Covent Garden | 6 September — 3 November
celebrASIA festival
celebrASIA is a festival at Battersea Power Station where you can experience South East Asia’s vibrant culture with decorations, traditional cuisine from renowned chefs, and an Artisan Market offering spices, jewellery, and more. You can also participate in arts and crafts workshops, enjoy live DJ sets, traditional performances, and the ASEAN Games. Kids can engage in creative activities and the interactive ‘Grand Tour.’ Don’t miss the special “Cemetery of Splendour” screening on the final day.
Battersea Power Station | 13 — 15 September
Design Festival London
Launched in 2003 by Sir John Sorrell and Ben Evans, the London Design Festival was created to celebrate and promote the city’s creativity. This festival offers a vibrant mix of free and ticketed events.
Bankside | 14 — 22 September
Open House Festival
The festival celebrates London’s unique architecture with free open days and events across all 33 boroughs, highlighting special places and neighbourhoods.
Around London | 14 — 22 September
Van Gogh: Poets and Lovers
Experience Van Gogh’s most iconic paintings at a once-in-a-century exhibition at the National Gallery. The exhibition features masterpieces like “Starry Night over the Rhône” and “The Yellow House”. Van Gogh’s “Poets and Lovers” exhibition is a great way to celebrate the National Gallery’s 200th birthday.
The National Gallery | 14 September 2024 — 19 January 2025
Frieze Sculpture 2024
Frieze Sculpture returns to Regent’s Park, London, featuring works by 22 international artists across five continents, including Leonora Carrington and Theaster Gates. Curated by Fatoş Üstek, this free outdoor exhibition coincides with Frieze London and Frieze Masters from 9 to 13 October, displayed in the park’s English Gardens.
Regent’s Park | 18 September — 27 October
The Great River Race
The Great River Race is London’s River Marathon, a 21.6-mile boat race from Millwall to Richmond. It welcomes competitors of all levels, from athletes to those in fancy dress, raising charity funds. Founded in 1988 with 61 boats, it now attracts around 300 crews internationally. Run by a charitable trust, it’s Europe’s largest and most prestigious event of its kind.
Along the Thames | 21 September
Chelsea History Festival
The Chelsea History Festival is an annual event held in London that celebrates Chelsea’s history. It brings together historians, authors, performers, and enthusiasts for talks, tours, and performances. You can explore Chelsea’s rich history at the Chelsea Heritage Quarter, home to the Chelsea Physic Garden, Royal Hospital Chelsea, and National Army Museum. These 17th-century landmarks are located on Royal Hospital Road, near King’s Road.
Chelsea Heritage Quarter | 25 — 29 September
Monet and London: Views of the Thames
Claude Monet, a leading figure in Impressionism, created some of his most remarkable works depicting the Thames in London between 1899 and 1901. These paintings, showcasing the Charing Cross Bridge, Waterloo Bridge, and the Houses of Parliament, were initially unveiled in Paris in 1904. Although Monet wanted to exhibit them in London, it never happened. The Griffin Catalyst Exhibition will now showcase these works only 300 meters from where many were painted, providing a unique opportunity to see Monet’s curated collection 120 years after their premiere.
The Courtauld Gallery | 27 September 2024 — 19 January 2025
