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 free film festivals to art fairs, we’ve picked the best cheap and free events in town. 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 Peckham and Nunhead Free Film Festival | Peckham and Nunhead | Free
Outdoor bike-powered screening on Peckham Rye – Picture: Colin Tonks, Electric Pedals
It’s the fest’s last weekend, with free indoor and outdoor film screenings in various venues across Peckham and Nunhead.
When: Until Sunday 11th September
Where: Various venues across Peckham and Nunhead
Cost: Free
#2 Brazil Day | Trafalgar Square | Free
This Saturday, head to Trafalgar Square to celebrate the Rio Games and Brazilian culture with live Brazilian music, DJs, sport, and food.
When: Saturday 10 (12pm-7pm)
Where: Trafalgar Square
Cost: Free
#3 New Artist Fair | The Old Truman Brewery | Free
New Artist Fair London
The New Artist Fair returns to Old Truman Brewery for the 6th year. From photos to abstract paintings, sculptures to live installations, there’s artwork from over 100 artists on display at New Artist Fair.
When: Saturday 10-Sunday 11 (noon-6pm)
Where: The Old Truman Brewery, Brick Lane, E1 6QL
Cost: Free
#4 Hackney One carnival | Gillett Square | Free
Hackney One Carnival
The Hackney One carnival returns this Sunday with spectacular costumes, dance, sound systems, global food, arts and crafts and live music from around the world.
When: Friday 19 -Saturday 20 (11am-10pm); Sunday 21 (11am-6pm)
Where: Ridley Road – Dalston Lane – Queensbridge Road – Richmond Road – Mare Street – Amhurst Road – Dalston Lane – Ridley Road.
Cost: Free
#5 Old Spitalfields Night Market | Spitalfields | Free
Spitafields Market
The Old Spitafields Night Market returns for September with a big celebration of London Fashion Week. The night market will be open till late for a special evening of catwalks, shopping, eating, drinking and music. The Old Spitafields Night Market happens every second Friday of the month.
When: Friday 9 (5:50PM – 9PM)
Where: Commercial Street, London
Cost: Free
