Events in London

The online London event calendar contains events of interest to both visitors to London and to community alike. There are several events taking place in London at any given time and we have tried to give you a comprehensive listing in our events calendar below. If you'd like to add an event see the link at the bottom of the page.

September

Wed 1st | Eels at London at O2 Academy Brixton

With their greatest hits retrospective due for release in January, the enigmatic E and his musical cohorts will head to the UK to remind us just how many musical genres they incorporate into their wide ranging sound and how many classic tracks they have. Don't miss out! ...there may be other dates available....more info

Sat 4th | Eddie Kadi at London at O2 arena

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Tue 7th | Exsimple Minds at London at O2 Academy Islington

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Fri 10th | Isobel Campbell with Mark Lanegan at London at Barbican Centre

Isobel Campbell has been a key part of the British music scene for a long time now through her work with Belle & Sebastian as well as her work with Mark Lanegan. With a fantastic back catalogue of tracks from which to choose her sets it is safe to say that this is one performer who will deliver the good live so make sure you join her whenever Isobel Campbell tickets go on sale. ...there may be other dates available....more info

Sat 11th | The Royal Horse Gala at London at O2 arena

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Mon 13th | Stephen Fry - My Autobiography at London at Royal Festival Hall

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Tue 14th | Gorillaz at London at O2 arena

Born out of the fertile imaginations of Britpop wunderkind Damon Albarn and legendary cartoon artist Jamie Hewlett, Gorillaz are a virtual super group of musical pioneers who take their cues from the Keith Richards and live on the ledge beyond the edge. The archetypal 21st Century band, members 2-D (lead vocalist, keyboard), Noodle (lead guitar), Murdoc Niccals (bass guitar) and Russel Hobbs (percussion) have celebrated and collaborated with some of the biggest names in music and film. Eponymous debut name checked Clint Eastwood in its hit single, but for album two, Demon Days, Dennis Hopper and Shaun Ryder were drafted in to lend their vocal stylings to the project. While on latest offering, Plastic Beach, we find Snoop Dogg, Lou Reed, Mos Def and Mark E Smith all appearing. Being such an unusual concept Gorillaz live shows have always been just a little bit special so make sure you get your Gorillaz tickets as soon as you can. And with very special Gorillaz Escape to Plastic beach tour coming up you not want to miss this. ...there may be other dates available....more info

Wed 15th | Barenaked Ladies at London at Hammersmith Apollo

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Sat 18th | Scarlet and Gold at London at Royal Albert Hall

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Sun 19th | Old Crow Medicine Show at London at The Troxy

The Nashville five-piece are regular faces on the international jazz, country and folk festival and touring circuits, bringing their popular old-time Americana sound to fans worldwide. The band have played alongside the likes of Lucinda Williams, Uncle Earl and Todd Snider, performed on TV in the US and UK, and been nominated for an array of awards. Their debut Grand Ole Opry performance was met to a standing ovation, and Old Crow Medicine Show tickets are sure to be popular. ...there may be other dates available....more info

Mon 20th | Heidenfest at London at O2 Academy Islington

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Wed 22nd | André Rieu & The Johann Strauss Orchestra at London at O2 arena

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Thu 23rd | Russell Peters at London at O2 arena

Already one of the most popular comedians in his native Canada, Russell Peters is looking to further enhance is reputation when he heads over to the UK. With popular stand up shows ‘Out sourced’ and ‘Red, White and Brown’ displaying his hilarious style of comedy Russell Peters tickets are going to be popular whenever he brings one of his shows to these shores so make sure you are at one of the dates whenever he announces his arrival. ...there may be other dates available....more info

Fri 24th | Salmonella Dub at London at Shepherds Bush Empire

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Sat 25th | The Moody Blues at London at O2 arena

The Moody Blues have been performing as a band for over 40 years and show no signs of slowing down now. With The Moody Blues tickets being as popular now as they ever, the band will continue to perform for their fans while the demand is still so high. Hit singles ‘Go Now’ and ‘Nights in White Satin’ are amongst the live favourites. ...there may be other dates available....more info

Sat 25th | Dara O'Briain at London at Hammersmith Apollo

Irish comedian Dara O’Briain has become a regular on our TV screens, on shows like Mock the Week, Have I Got News For You and QI, as well as stand up shows and festivals across the country. O’Briain’s 2005 stand-up was the biggest selling solo show of the Edinburgh Festival, and in 2006 he completed a 66 date tour of the UK and Ireland. The funnyman has a habit of packing out venues, so don’t miss out on Dara O’Briain tickets. ...there may be other dates available....more info

Tue 28th | Dark Tranquillity at London at Underworld

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Tue 28th | The Lord of the Rings - The Two Towers at London at Royal Albert Hall

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Wed 29th | MGMT at London at O2 Academy Brixton

American alt rockers MGMT tickets have proved popular in the past and with news of a new tour it is expected that they will be once again so why not guarantee you are there by booking early and hear singles ‘Time To Pretend’ and ‘Electric Feel’ as well as other great tracks from 2007’s hit album ‘Oracular Spectacular’ at what is already being tipped to be on of the best of the year. ...there may be other dates available....more info

Thu 30th | Rose Elinor Dougall at London at 100 Club

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October

Fri 1st | Carlos Santana at London at O2 arena

Virtuoso guitar legend Carlos Santana will be back in the UK for unmissable shows as part of the European section if his "Live Your Light Tour". Don't miss a musical pioneer in action at Birmingham NEC (20 June 2008), Manchester M.E.N Arena (21) and London's O2 Arena (22). ...there may be other dates available....more info

Fri 1st | Sting at London at Royal Albert Hall

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Fri 1st | Grinderman at London at Hammersmith Apollo

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Fri 1st | Kelis at London at Shepherds Bush Empire

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Sun 3rd | Battle of Britain at London at Royal Albert Hall

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Mon 4th | NBA Europe Live 2010 - Minnesota Timberwolves v Los Angeles Lakers at London at O2 arena

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Mon 4th | Lifehouse at London at Shepherds Bush Empire

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Mon 4th | Dr Feelgood with Wilko Johnson at London at O2 Academy Islington

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Tue 5th | Sean Lock at London at Hammersmith Apollo

British comedian Sean Lock is back to perform his stand - up routine. Previously he has won a British Comedy Award and was nominated for a highly acclaimed Perrier Award for his stand - up show "No Flatley, I Am The Lord of the Dance". Most recently he has appeared on comical television series "8 Out of 10 Cats" on Channel Four. For your chance to see the funny - man in the flesh buy tickets now! ...there may be other dates available....more info

Wed 6th | Supertramp at London at O2 arena

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Wed 6th | Mudhoney at London at Electric Ballroom

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Thu 7th | Steve Miller Band at London at Royal Albert Hall

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Thu 7th | Blood Red Shoes at London at Electric Ballroom

The Brighton two-piece has emerged as one of the most exciting bands in the UK right now. The alt rockers debut album 'Box Of Secrets' has already won rave reviews and with fan favourites such as 'Say Something, Say Anything' and 'You Bring Me Down' amongst their set-list it is safe to say that Blood Red Shoes tickets are going to be much sought after when they are up for sale. ...there may be other dates available....more info

Thu 7th | Band of Skulls at London at The Forum (Kentish Town)

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Fri 8th | Architects at London at KOKO Camden

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Fri 8th | Sublime with Rome at London at Shepherds Bush Empire

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Fri 8th | Doctor Who Live at London at Wembley Arena

Welcome Whoviuns. The immensely popular BBC One TV show, Doctor Who, has regenerated into a live action arena tour - complete with Daleks, Cybermen and Weeping Angels. After following the gallivanting Gallifreyan through the universe from the start of time to the end of time, and back again, fans can now watch the Tardis materialise in nine cities on 25 dates for this once in a lifetime extravaganza. This galactical blockbuster features on-stage battles, pyrotechnics, special effects and specially recorded scenes between current Doctor, Matt Smith, and his companion Amy Pond (played by Karen Gillan). Current TV producer Steven Moffat has scripted this sci-fi spectacular, with the action set to a live soundtrack - complete with 16-piece live orchestra on stage. So don’t delay, get your Doctor Who Live tickets now! ...there may be other dates available....more info

Sat 9th | Hurts at London at Shepherds Bush Empire

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Sun 10th | Lennon at 70 at London at Shepherds Bush Empire

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Wed 13th | Flashdance - The Musical at London at Shaftesbury Theatre

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Wed 13th | Republica at London at O2 Academy Islington

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Fri 15th | Walter Trout at London at Shepherds Bush Empire

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Fri 15th | Crystal Castles at London at Roundhouse

The so cool it hurts electro indie duo from Toronto, Canada have made a big impression on the new music scene, headlining the 2008 NME New Noise Tour and packing out venues and dancefloors across the country, whilst consistently receiving glowing reviews. Their distinctive sound, powered by a vicious beat and littered with samples and shrieking vocals is especially brilliant live - so don’t miss out on getting your Crystal Castles tickets. ...there may be other dates available....more info

Sat 16th | Regenesis at London at Shepherds Bush Empire

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Tue 19th | Joe Satriani at London at Hammersmith Apollo

As one of the world's best guitarist Joe Satriani has had the opportunity to work alongside some of the biggest names in music as well as maintaining his own solo career. With over 20 years in the business and a host of hit albums to his name Joe Satriani tickets are already being tipped to be even more popular than ever as he celebrates the release of 'Professor Satchafunkilus and the Musterion of Rock'. ...there may be other dates available....more info

Tue 19th | Professor Green at London at KOKO Camden

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Fri 22nd | Alter Bridge at London at Hammersmith Apollo

Alter Bridge are the American band made up of former members of Creed and Myles Lewis of The Mayfield Four who have become known as one of the biggest names around. The rock supergroup will be performing some of the huge tracks from their albums 'One Day Remains' and most recent release 'Blackbird' in some truly amazing gigs. Alter Bridge tickets are bound to be popular so don't miss out on seeing one of their huge arena shows. ...there may be other dates available....more info

Fri 22nd | We are the Ocean at London at King's College London

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Sat 23rd | Morcheeba at London at Roundhouse

Morcheeba achieved cross over success into mainstream pop with hit single ‘Rome Wasn’t Built In A Day’ in 2000 and are one of most popular bands around. Having enjoyed great reviews as a live act get ready to hear their awesome live versions of tracks from hit albums ‘Who Can You Trust?’ and ‘Big Calm’. Morcheeba tickets are always popular so get your as soon as you can. ...there may be other dates available....more info

Sat 23rd | The London Welsh Festival Of Male Choirs at London at Royal Albert Hall

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Thu 28th | Psychedelic Furs at London at The Forum (Kentish Town)

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Sun 31st | My Passion at London at Underworld

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November

Wed 3rd | Imperial Never Say Die Club Tour at London at The Forum (Kentish Town)

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Fri 5th | Peter Kay at London at O2 arena

The star and creator of Phoenix Nights, one of the great British comedians of his or any other generation, is on the road again. Peter Kay is an institution, from his work on That Peter Kay Thing to Max and Paddy’s Road to Nowhere he has set the bar from stand up to sitcom. A naturally funny man, his Live at the Top of the Tower dvd is one the best selling in its genre and his live shows sell out within minutes. There is no doubt that Peter Kay tickets are seriously hot property and that as one of the nation’s best loved comedians he really is a class apart. So don’t miss out, make sure you get your Peter Kay tickets now! ...there may be other dates available....more info

Fri 5th | Christy Moore at London at Royal Festival Hall

Folk singer and songwriter Christy Moore is playing dates in his native Ireland this summer and tours Wales in autumn. With over twenty solo albums to his name since his musical career started in the mid-sixties he's got an enormous back catalogue of songs he is wowing the audiences with. Secure your tickets now! ...there may be other dates available....more info

Sat 6th | Peter Kay at London at O2 arena

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Sat 6th | Stewart Francis at London at Bloomsbury Theatre

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Sun 7th | OMD at London at Hammersmith Apollo

Synth-pop group Orchestral Manoeuvres in the Dark, or as they’re more commonly known OMD, found success in 1980 with the release of their eponymous debut album and hit song ‘Messages’. With a strikingly lush electronic sound, the band had further hits with ‘Enola Gay’, ‘Souvenir’ and ‘Joan of Arc’ to name a few. The band’s reformation in 2006 was met with open arms and recent live shows have been exceptionally well received. OMD tickets won’t stick around for long. ...there may be other dates available....more info

Fri 12th | Cheap Trick at London at Shepherds Bush Empire

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Fri 12th | Foals at London at O2 Academy Brixton

Having released their debut album 'Antidotes' to massive critical acclaim some bands would struggle to live up to the hype. Luckily, Foals are not one of those bands and with great tracks such as 'Cassius' and 'Balloons' sure to impress fans live Foals tickets are set to be amongst the fastest selling around so fans of great live music must make sure they don't miss out when Foals hit the road. ...there may be other dates available....more info

Fri 12th | God is an Astronaut at London at O2 Academy Islington

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Fri 12th | A Question of Sport Live at London at Wembley Arena

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Fri 12th | Hugh Masekela at London at Royal Festival Hall

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Sat 13th | Esperanza Spalding at London at Queen Elizabeth Hall - Southbank

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Sun 14th | Drive By Truckers at London at Shepherds Bush Empire

With three guitarists Drive By Truckers are able to create a live sound that is unmatched by their rival bands and to celebrate the release of 'Brighter Than Creation's Dark' the band are set to show just what makes them one of the top live acts around. Drive By Truckers tickets are going to be popular as Mike Cooley and Paterson Hood take their band out on tour to perform tracks from 'Gangsterbilly' and 'Decoration Day'. ...there may be other dates available....more info

Tue 16th | Paolo Conte at London at Royal Albert Hall

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Wed 17th | Sarah Blasko at London at Electric Ballroom

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Wed 17th | Stornoway at London at Shepherds Bush Empire

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Thu 18th | Richard Marx at London at Shepherds Bush Empire

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Fri 19th | Mike Peters at London at O2 Academy Islington

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Sat 20th | Sonny Rollins at London at Barbican Centre

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Wed 24th | Jason Manford at London at Hammersmith Apollo

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Sat 27th | Primal Scream - Screamadelica Live at London at Olympia

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Sun 28th | Heaven 17 at London at The Forum (Kentish Town)

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Mon 29th | Aled Jones at London at Cadogan Hall

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December

Fri 3rd | King Lear at London at Donmar Warehouse Theatre

RSC’s critically acclaimed production of arguably Shakepeare’s greatest tragedy comes to the capital and will be at the Globe from 23rd April. The chance to see one of The Bard’s best plays live at one of London’s most famous venues is an opportunity too good to miss, so when King Lear tickets are onsale, get yours and witness a true classic. ...there may be other dates available....more info

Mon 6th | Interpol at London at O2 Academy Brixton

News that Interpol are touring is always a cause for excitement as the New York four-piece’s reputation and fan base continue to grow. Interpol’s most recent album ‘Our Love To Admire’ has built on the success of the band previous two albums ‘Turn On The Bright Lights’ and ‘Antics’ and Interpol tickets are sure to be snapped up so make sure beat the rush and get yours. ...there may be other dates available....more info

Wed 8th | José Carreras at London at Royal Albert Hall

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Fri 10th | Squeeze at London at The Forum (Kentish Town)

With tracks such as 'Up The Junction'. 'Tempted' and 'Cool For Cats' Squeeze's songwriting duo Glen Tilbrook and Chris Difford are amongst the best around and will be out to show just what they are capable of with another tour of great live shows. Performing tracks from 78's self-titled debut right up to 'Domino', Squeeze tickets are set to be massive once again whenever the band decide to head out on the road again. ...there may be other dates available....more info

Fri 10th | The Human League at London at Royal Festival Hall

The Human League originally formed in 1977 and are celebrating their 30th anniversary this year. With nine studio albums under their belts packed with hits such as "All I Ever Wanted" and "Don't You Want Me" the Grammy nominated artists have announced a tour around the UK. Get yor tickets now! ...there may be other dates available....more info

Sun 12th | Bullet For My Valentine at London at Wembley Arena

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Fri 17th | Katie Melua at London at Hammersmith Apollo

Katie Melua rose to fame in 2003 with her gorgeous debut album, Call off the Search. With her charming style and her natural beauty she won the hearts and ears of millions of fans around the world. Lead single, The Closest Thing to Crazy, become a global sensation from cafes to concert halls. She followed up with the albums Piece by Piece and Pictures. A truly original talent with a remarkable voice a Katie Melua tour is something to look forward to. Don’t miss out get your Katie Melua tickets now. ...there may be other dates available....more info

January

Sat 22nd | Thin Lizzy at London at Hammersmith Apollo

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February

Thu 24th | The Gaucho International Polo at London at O2 arena

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Thu 24th | Madam Butterfly at London at Royal Albert Hall

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April

Mon 11th | James Last at London at Royal Albert Hall

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Tue 26th | The Wizard of Oz at London at London Palladium

“We’re off to see….” The most magical adventure of them all. Follow the yellow brick road over the rainbow and into The London Palladium for Andrew Lloyd Webber’s new production of The Wizard of Oz.Developed from the ever popular MGM screenplay this production, totally reconceived for the stage, contains all the much-loved songs from the Oscar winning movie score, all the favourite characters and iconic moments, plus a few surprises along the way. So don't miss this magical new version of a timeless classic, get your Wizard of Oz tickets today! ...there may be other dates available....more info

May

Wed 11th | Roger Waters at London at O2 arena

Along with Dave Gilmore, Roger Waters was the co-founder and principal songwriter of legendary rock band Pink Floyd. For this tour Waters will unleash the awesome musical and visual power of his seminal work, The Wall, to celebrate the 30th Anniversary of its original release. Including Comfortably Numb, Another Brick in the Wall Pt. 2, Mother, Run Like Hell and Young Lust, The Wall remains one of the top five best-selling albums of all time. The Wall has only been performed 31 times previously, so these concerts are rare and special events indeed. As Official Partners of Live Nation for Rogers Waters UK Tour, viagogo is proud to bring you this historic tour. Make sure you get your Roger Waters tickets soon, so you can catch The Wall tour in all its glory. ...there may be other dates available....more info

Fri 20th | Loudon Wainwright III at London at Royal Festival Hall

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