Glyndebourne Festival Opera
Glyndebourne Estate | 21st May - 30th August
Festival 2026 runs from 21st May to 30th August, offering a summer-long season of world-class opera set against the rolling Sussex countryside. Equally famous for its legendary 90-minute picnic interval on the manicured lawns as for its extraordinary performances, Glyndebourne is the quintessential English luxury day trip, black tie, Champagne hampers and opera under the summer sky. A bucket-list experience for the most discerning clients.
Royal Academy Summer Exhibition
Royal Academy of Arts | 16th June - 23rd August
The Summer Exhibition displays works in a variety of mediums and genres by emerging and established artists. Making it the world's longest-running open-submission art show. Set on Piccadilly, just moments from The Londoner, it is one of London's most beloved cultural institutions and a must for clients with a passion for art, discovery and British heritage.
Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre
Regent’s Park | All Summer
Experience theatre under the open sky at Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre, surrounded by the natural beauty of one of London’s most iconic royal parks. From thrilling new productions like Sherlock Holmes to Shakespeare’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream and the highly anticipated return of CATS, the 2026 season promises unforgettable performances in a truly unique outdoor setting.
Goodwood Festival of Speed
Goodwood Estate | 9th to 12th July
The world's greatest motorsport garden party returns to the magnificent grounds of Goodwood House in West Sussex. An intoxicating mix of legendary race cars, global debuts and celebrity appearances, the Festival of Speed is the ultimate day trip for clients who love speed, style and spectacle in equal measure. Just over an hour from The Londoner, it's the perfect countryside escape between city stays.
Somerset House Summer Series
Somerset House, The Strand | 16th to 26th July
This year's programme celebrates global innovators and cultural figureheads through a series of intimate, one-night-only headline performances in Somerset House's breathtaking neoclassical courtyard. With artists including The Flaming Lips and Mercury Prize-winner Benjamin Clementine, it is one of London's most sophisticated open-air music experiences and just a short stroll from The Londoner.
The Proms
Royal Albert Hall | 17th July - 12th September
Just minutes from Hyde Park, the Royal Albert Hall fills with eight weeks of breathtaking classical music this summer. The 2026 season celebrates American music in all its brilliance, bringing world-class orchestras, celebrated soloists and dazzling debuts to South Kensington. From the electric First Night to the legendary Last Night, it's an experience like no other.
All Points East
Victoria Park | 21st - 30th August
East London's most exciting festival returns to Victoria Park for another unmissable summer. Spanning two weekends with six headline days, All Points East 2026 brings together a truly extraordinary lineup. With Tyler, The Creator headlining across two nights, Twenty One Pilots closing out the festival, plus Lorde, Jorja Smith, Tems and the Outbreak Fest takeover featuring Deftones and IDLES. With free community activities taking place in between, this is festival culture at its most vibrant and a perfect addition to any London summer itinerary.
Lido
Victoria Park | 31st August
Experience one of London’s most exciting new music festivals at LIDO Festival in Victoria Park, where globally acclaimed artists come together for unforgettable summer performances. With Maribou State and Kelis already announced and more still to be revealed, the 2026 line-up promises an exciting celebration of music.