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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)

This is an image of a woman smiling and making an espresso martini.Image Courtesy of The London Coffee Festival

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

This is an image of a beautiful blue sky with pink petals flying around and a massive glass greenhouse behind it.Image Courtesy of Kew Gardens 

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

This is an image of a rooftop bar with colourful decorations and lots of lounge chairs on the patio.Image Courtesy of Skylight bars

Sip on a cocktail at an iconic London rooftop bar

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.

London park with pink cherry blossom trees blooming in April

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

This is an image of a boy playing games on his computers. He has multiple screens set up and they are emitting bright neon lights.

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

This is an image of people running in a marathon. The people at the front look super happy and energetic and there are hundreds of people following behind. Spectate and support at The London Marathon

 
The London Marathon is taking place in April of 2024, where thousands of runners will embark on the race of a lifetime from Greenwich to The Mall spanning 26.2 miles. If you’re not one of the brave ones taking part, there are plenty of places where you can spectate and cheer on those who are. The city transforms into a 26.2-mile-long street party, with three different starting points around Blackheath. Some of the most popular spots to spectate include Greenwich town centre, the areas around Cutty Sark and Tower Bridge. It’s worth noting that it does get mega busy, so if you’re not keen on crowds, it might be better to sit this one out.
 
London Marathon | 23rd April 2024
These are just a handful of the wonderful events happening across the city in April, but there are so many more. Be sure to plan ahead and tag @loveandlondon on IG if you happen to head along to any of these suggestions. Enjoy!
Jessica Dellow

Jessica Dellow is an East Londoner who loves to travel the world and eat her way around the city. When she's not eating, cooking or hanging out in the local pub, you’ll probably find her walking one of her BorrowMyDoggy dogs in Victoria Park with a coffee in hand.

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