Summer in the City – culture, history and (hopefully) sunshine
The City of London (Square Mile) is London’s oldest quarter and home to some of the UK’s most famous attractions, inspiring museums and galleries, striking architecture, beautiful gardens and world-class performance venues. Whether you love music, dance, history, art or sport – there are plenty of events happening in the City every week this summer, many of which are FREE!
Here’s our top picks, but download the full Summer in the City guide for more events. For more information and ideas on what to see and do visit Visit the city or pop into the City Information Centre opposite St Paul’s Cathedral.
City of London Festival – 23 June – 26 July
This year’s annual festival has a packed programme of world-class concerts, performances, walks, talks, debates, exhibitions and outdoor events. Enjoy one of the many FREE classical music concerts, open-air ballet and look out for the mobile orchard, a living orchard accompanied by music and street art. See the City of London Festival website for more details.
Sculpture in the City – New arrivals in June
See on-street artworks by world famous sculptors including Tracey Emin and Angus Fairhurst alongside some of the City’s most eye-catching architecture in EC3. Visit anytime. See the Sculpture in the City website for more details.
Michael Caine at the Museum of London – Until 14 July
FREE exhibition exploring how Michael Caine’s background as a rebellious working-class Londoner influenced his personal life and acting career. Open daily 10am-6pm. See the Museum of London website for more information. While you’re in the area pop into the Barbican and see the UK premiere of Geoffrey Farmer: The Surgeon and the Photographer, also FREE, open daily11am-8pm
Outdoor tennis screenings – 24 June to 5 July
Simply pull up a deck chair and relax in sunshine while watching Wimbledon at New Street Square. Mon-Fri 12pm-8pm, see the website for more information.
