What's Happening in London in March?

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Check out the must-see events this month.

🌸 What's Happening in London This Month? March Edition 🌸

Spring is in the air, and London is bursting with life! 🌿 As the city shakes off winter, events are ramping up—bringing festivals, football, exhibitions and unforgettable entertainment. Here’s what you can’t miss this month:

🎉 March Exclusives

     🎧 Silent Disco at the Natural History Museum – Dance the night away surrounded by dinosaurs and dazzling exhibits! 🦖 🎶 Happening on March 1 starting at 10:00 PM. Tickets available here.

     👩‍🎓 Celebrate International Women's Day – Keep your eyes peeled for exciting events across London. Head to the Southbank Centre for inspiring talks and workshops happening all month long or check out other events here.

     🌈 London Holi Festival of Joy and Colours – Happening on March 15 from 11:00 AM. Celebrate the festival of colours with music, dancing, and vibrant fun!  Tickets range from £10.00 – £15.00 and can be booked on the festival’s website here.

     🎨 Magic of India Holi Colour Dance Party – Join this vibrant celebration featuring professional performances, DJs, and skin-safe colour powder. 🎉 Happening on March 16 from 12:00 PM – 5:30 PM at the Rose Garden in Waterlow Park, Highgate. Tickets start from £20.21 and can be booked here.

     🍀 Celebrate St Patrick's Day – Follow the lively parade through central London and enjoy a free festival in Trafalgar Square, celebrating the best of Irish culture. For more information on this check out the event website here.

💡 Lights, Art & Immersion

     Battersea for the Affordable Art Fair – Discover contemporary artworks from thousands of top global artists from March 12-16 – £ 12 Student tickets are available with Student ID but must be booked in advance here.

     🌸 Flowers – Flora in Contemporary Art and Culture @ Saatchi Gallery – Explore how flowers have inspired artists, writers, and creatives through immersive exhibits. Happening all month—book your tickets here.

     🗿 Sculpture in the City – An annual outdoor sculpture park transforming the City of London’s financial district into an open-air gallery. The artworks are on display until March 31. Explore the art amidst iconic architecture for free. More information and maps are available here.

     🌀 Paradox Museum London – Step into a world where reality defies logic and illusions come to life. With over 50 paradox-inspired exhibits, this innovative venue combines science, art, and human perception. Open daily in Knightsbridge and offer student prices. Tickets can be purchased here.

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Art in a museum

⚽ London’s Big Football Battles

The Football scene is a busy one this month! These are the biggest matches happening which you could catch at either the mentioned venues or from your favorite pub! 🍻

Men’s Matches

     🔥 Arsenal vs. Chelsea (Premier League) – March 16 @ Emirates Stadium

     Liverpool vs. Newcastle United (Carabao Cup Final) – March 16 @ Wembley Stadium

     🏆 England vs. Latvia (International Friendly) – March 24 @ Wembley Stadium

Women’s Matches

     🏆 Arsenal vs. West Ham United (Women’s Super League) – March 2 @ Meadow Park

     Tottenham Hotspur vs. Manchester City (Women’s Super League) – March 2 @ Brisbane Road

     🏆 Arsenal vs. Liverpool (FA Women’s Cup) – March 9 @ Emirates Stadium

     Chelsea vs. Crystal Palace (FA Women’s Cup) – March 9 @ Kingsmeadow

     🔥 Chelsea vs. Arsenal (Women’s League Cup Final) – March 15 @ Pride Park Stadium

     Arsenal vs. Liverpool (Women’s Super League) – March 22 @ Emirates Stadium

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🎭 Theatre Shows

Catch some of London's hottest theatre shows, running daily. Book in advance for deals starting from £32! 🎟️ Plus, don’t miss London Theatre Week (until March 2), where tickets start as low as £15—grab them here.

💖 Mean Girls

📚 Matilda

💃 Mamma Mia!

🧙 Harry Potter and the Cursed Child

💚 Wicked

🦁 The Lion King

🎼 Hamilton

🎤 MJ the Musical

🎭 Les Misérables

🎶 Concert Scene

London’s music scene is 🔥 this month! Some shows have limited tickets remaining, so make sure to check verified sellers like Ticketmaster, AXS, Twickets, or the official venue sites before they’re gone!

🎶 The Brit AwardsMarch 1 @ O2 Arena

🎤 Lola YoungMarch 3 @ O2 Forum Kentish Town

🎸 Gracie AbramsMarch 6 & 7 @ O2 Arena

🎙️ Teddy SwimsMarch 6 @ OVO Arena Wembley

🎼 Sabrina CarpenterMarch 8 & 9 @ O2 Arena

🎵 Myles SmithMarch 26 @ Eventim Apollo

🎶 Alex WarrenMarch 27 @ Eventim Apollo

🔥 Usher  March 29 @ O2 Arena

🎤 ABBA Voyage – All month @ ABBA Arena

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🏡 Res Life

This month is packed with RA-led events and fun activities to bring the community together—don’t miss out!

🌙 Decorating Halls for Ramadan – Join your Residential Assistants in decorating your halls to celebrate Ramadan. Check out this article for times and locations happening March 3-7.

🥞 Pancake Day @ The Curve – Enjoy free, freshly made pancakes at The Curve  on March 4 from 4-6 PM

🎤 Quiz & Karaoke Night – Are you a Stocks Court resident? Show off your trivia and singing skills on March 12 at this RA-led event.

🛍️ Design Your Own Tote Bag – Get creative and design a tote bag that’s uniquely yours. Check out this article for campus locations and times.

🌏 Asian Heritage Showcase – Explore Pakistani, Singaporean and South Korean culture with food, music, and traditions.  📍 QM Social | March 20, 6-9 PM | £2 Entry

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All smiles at ResLife events!

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📅 Mark your calendars and make the most of March in London!