Greenwich+Docklands International Festival
The Greenwich+Docklands International Festival (GDIF) is London’s premier free festival of outdoor theatre, dance, circus, and performing arts. Running from August 21 to September 6, 2026, this 17-day celebration transforms public spaces across Greenwich, Woolwich, East London, and Thamesmead into vibrant, open-air stages
August bank holiday weekend
The August bank holiday weekend (29–31 August) marks the vibrant finale of summer in London, transforming the capital into an energetic hub of culture, music, and festival celebrations. Stretching across three days, this long weekend offers locals and visitors an unbeatable lineup of outdoor events and iconic citywide experiences.
Formula E World Championship
The ABB FIA Formula E World Championship returns to London on August 15 and 16 for an electrifying double-header weekend that serves as the ultimate finale of the competitive season. Hosted at ExCeL London along the historic Royal Victoria Dock, this premier all-electric motorsport event features a truly distinctive layout: the world’s first and only indoor-outdoor racing circuit.