The word is the capital will be enjoying some sunshine this weekend, but cloudy or sunny there’s still tons of cheap fun to be had.
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Get down to Trafalgar Square for A FREE day of Japanese culture.The Japan Matsuri festival is back for its 9th year with a fab mix of traditional dance, delicious food, ancient music and modern pop. Kids can learn a spot of origami, brush up on calligraphy or even snap a selfie in traditional costume. Think you’ve got a voice big enough to impress Simon Cowell? Prove it by singing some karaoke to the crowds.
Watch out for the brilliant taiko drummers on the main stage – always a highlight.
Sun 24th Sept, 10am – 8pm: Japan Matsuri 2017
Trafalgar Square, WC2N 5DN
FREE – just turn up. For more info click here
Get fit and do a good deed at Saturday’s family friendly Walk Together charity event. The five-mile sponsored stroll raises much needed cash for Bowel Cancer UK while also taking in some of the capital’s most breath-taking sights.
The £10 tour kicks off from Tower Bridge and snakes it way through St Katherine’s Docks, Canary Wharf and the Cutty Sark.
Online registration has closed but you can still turn up on the day and take part. Get there at 10am to register before walking begins at 11am. Our tip: comfortable shoes and a brolly!
Sat 23rd Sept, 11am: Walk Together charity event
Meet and register at The Scoop, Queen’s Walk, SE1 2DB
On the day registration costs £10 for an adult, £5 per child (under 5s go free).
For more info click here
(Can’t make this weekend but still want to contribute? No prob, you can organise your own walk! Just click on the above link to find out how.)
It’s all about tasty food in Elephant and Castle this weekend at the two day World Food Festival. Expect examples of global cuisine from South America to Greece, along with a cocktail bar and cocktail-making classes.
Keep the kids happy with children’s emoji cup cake decorating classes and to keep the party swinging there’ll be live music and DJs.
Sat 23rd – Sun 24th Sept: The World Food Festival
The Artworks Elephant, Elephant & Castle SE17 1AJ
FREE – Just turn up, For more info click here
Calling all Cool Riders, put your pedal to the metal for this FREE biker festival in London Bridge.
Losers V Underdogs Custom Show will have a specially curated collection of bikes as well as biker art, music and film. There’ll be a party atmosphere throughout the weekend including live bands and DJs until 1am on Sunday morning.
For more chilled out vibes head down on Sunday for a steak ‘n eggs brunch and biker movies on the big screen.
Fri 22nd – Sun 24th Sept: Losers V Underdogs Custom Show
The Underdog Gallery, ARCH 6, Crucifix Lane, SE1 3JW
FREE – Just turn up. For more info click here
It’s officially autumn but that doesn’t have to be depressing. Head over to Borough for a daytime end of summer party.
Block Party Brunch will feature live disco, afrobeat and house sets from DJ’s Marc Jarvin and Reprezent Radio’s Mr. Redley among others. The dancefloor is under cover so any unforeseen drizzle shouldn’t dampen spirits.
Oh and punters can grab a FREE glass of wine or beer if you show up before 2pm. Just show your ticket and ask for one. Simples!
Sat 23rd Sept, 12pm – 7pm: Block Party Brunch
The Garden SE1, 42 Newington Causeway, Borough, SE1 6DR
£10 in advance – To buy your ticket and more info click here
