Top 5 Cheap Events in London this Weekend 12-14 August

The best free and cheap things to do this weekend 

By Manolis Zografakis

Got no plans for the weekend? No worries! We’ve found the best cheap things to do in London this Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. From performances to vintage markets, we’ve picked out the events in town for free or under a fiver. So, have a look below to find our top picks, and if the top 5 isn’t enough you should also check out the top 10 free things to do in London in August and the best free film screenings in town.

#1 Brixton City Festival | Across Brixton | Free & Paid Events

This weekend, head down to Brixton for the new four-day festival featuring unique theatrical experiences in everyday locations. You’ll find banknote illustration, hula-hooping, performance, music, circus arts  and tours all weekend! Most of the events are free (some events are £3).

When: Thursday 11 till Sunday 14 of August
Where: Across Brixton

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#2 Canary Wharf Country Music Festival | Various Venues | Free

Canary Wharf Country Music Festival is a brand new festival featuring major artists and exciting new talent from both the home of country music, Nashville, and right here in the UK.

When: Saturday 13 (2-10pm) – Sunday 14 (2-9pm)
Where: Canada Square Park,Canary Wharf

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#3 Spotlight Festival | The Seamen’s Hall | Free

This Saturday, Seven Dials will be transformed into a traffic-free entertainment hot spot where everyone can enjoy live music, comedy, dance, street food plus a series of on-street activities including live portraits, flower crown workshops, giant garden games and free Prosecco.

When: Saturday 13 (12-7pm)
Where: Seven Dials, WC2 London

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#4 Netil Market Yard Sale | Netil Market | Free

A Sunday bootsale (without the cars) with an eclectic mix of traders offering anything from homewares, ceramics, designer clothing, second hand tat, old electronics, make-up and everything in between.

When: Sunday (11am-6pm)
Where: 13-23 Westgate Street, Netil Market , South Hackney, E8 3RL

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#5 Free Cycling  | Across London | Free

This weekend, you can try Santander Cycles for free! For both Saturday and Sunday, the Santander bikes are free to ride for unlimited rides up to 30 minutes.

When: Saturday 13 and Sunday 14 of August
Where: Santander Cycles are free from any docking station in London