As the days get longer and the weather gets warmer, there’s a shift in the London air that brings about a plethora of exciting events to enjoy all across the city. From a coffee festival to chasing cherry blossoms in the city’s lush green parks, here are our top picks on where to go and what to do in London this April.
(WA=Wheelchair Accessible)
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Get caffeinated at The London Coffee Festival
If you consider yourself a bit of a coffee aficionado, then London Coffee Festival will certainly be your cup of tea (ahem, or coffee). This three day event celebrates the city’s thriving coffee scene with over 250 delectable food and artisan coffee stands dotted throughout the venue. Delve into the roasting process of some of London’s most popular suppliers, or learn more about the intricate skill of coffee art. If you want a break from the brew, there’s also live bands on the music stage and foodie experiences, from wine and food pairings to interactive workshops led by professionals.
The London Coffee Festival | Spitalfields | WA | 11th – 14th of April 2024
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Sounds of Blossom at Kew Gardens
Located in southwest London, Kew Gardens has the largest botanical collection in the world, boasting a captivating array of plant life and fauna across its sprawling 300-acre expanse. Founded in the 18th century and honoured as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, it showcases diverse landscapes, towering arboretums, and captivating glasshouses brimming with flora from around the world. Sounds of Blossom was made in collaboration with students from the Royal College of Music and promises to awaken your senses as you wander through the gardens, listening to original compositions that were commissioned by Kew Gardens and inspired by the season of spring.
Kew Gardens | Kew | WA | 23rd March – 14th April 2024
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There are fewer ways Londoners like to see in the springtime sunshine than by enjoying a tipple or two on an iconic London rooftop bar. Sip on classic cocktails with the city skyline as your backdrop at Decimo at The Standard, or enjoy a drink in a Winter Igloo at Tobacco Dock’s Skylight bar. If you’re after tasty tapas and excellent views of St Paul’s, Madison bar is the place to go. A few other favourites are Queen of Hoxton in Shoreditch, Smiths of Smithfield in Farringdon, and Bussey Rooftop Bar in Peckham.
Chase cherry blossoms throughout the city
As spring emerges and the days get longer, an explosion of pink sweeps through the city, and before we know it, cherry blossom season is well and truly upon us. These beautiful blossom trees add an extra sprinkle of prettiness to an already picture-perfect city and there are plenty of places to see them. Here are a handful of our favourite spots to while away the day and enjoy the blossom trees covering all corners of the city: Mount Street Gardens in Mayfair, St James’s Park, Paddington’s Sussex Gardens, Regent’s Park, Primrose Hill, Southwark Cathedral, Greenwich Park, Cherry Tree Avenue, Vallance Road and last but not least, Kyoto Garden in Holland Park.
View from late March until early May
Immerse yourself in a new kind of world at The London Games Festival Marathon
Celebrate the vibrant gaming culture in London at the London Games Festival, where the very best video games and interactive entertainment is showcased via an eclectic programme of activities across the city. Expect talks about the art of game design, profiles on some of the most exciting games in the industry, and even learn to make your very own gaming app without needing to learn how to code.
London Games Festival | Multiple Locations | 9th – 25th of April 2024
Spectate and support at The London Marathon
