What's Happening in London in April?

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Check out the must-see events this month.

๐ŸŒฟ๐ŸŒฆ๏ธ What's Happening in London this April ๐ŸŒฆ๏ธ๐ŸŒฟ

Spring is officially here, and London is coming alive with colour, culture, and energy. From Easter festivities to open-air art and world-class football, there's something for everyone this April. Here's your guide to the can't-miss events across the city and on campus:

๐ŸŽ‰ April Highlights

โ—     ๐Ÿƒโ€โ™€๏ธ Sweat for Your Health โ€“ Celebrate World Health Day with a free full-body group workout in Hackney on April 5. Itโ€™s free but registration is required. ๐Ÿ‘‰ Register here

โ—     ๐ŸŒ™ London Eid Festival โ€“ A huge cultural celebration featuring food, fashion, music, and family-friendly entertainment. Taking place at Westfield White City from April 4โ€“6, and at Westfield Stratford from April 11โ€“13. ๐Ÿ‘‰ Tickets & Events Page

โ—     ๐ŸŒˆ Vaisakhi Festival โ€“ Celebrate the Sikh New Year at Vaisakhi in the Square, taking place in Trafalgar Square on April 19 from 12โ€“6 PM. Itโ€™s filled with music, food, and performancesโ€”and itโ€™s free to attend! For more info visit their webpage here.

โ—     ๐Ÿฃ Easter Celebrations โ€“ Expect egg hunts, themed afternoon teas, and special events across the city. Great family-friendly fun and plenty of chocolate!

โ—     ๐Ÿด St Georgeโ€™s Day โ€“ Celebrate Englandโ€™s patron saint on April 21 in Trafalgar Square, where youโ€™ll find free, family-friendly entertainment, live music, games, and traditional English food. It's a fun-filled afternoon for all ages, and completely free to attend. Find more information here.

โ—     ๐Ÿ London Marathon โ€“ One of the city's biggest events returns on April 27, with runners racing from Greenwich to The Mall. Whether running or cheering, it's a day to remember!

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๐Ÿ’ก Lights, Art & Immersion

โ—     ๐ŸŽฉ The World of Tim Burton @ The Design Museum โ€“ Dive into the gothic, whimsical world of Tim Burton in this immersive exhibition featuring original sketches, storyboards, and puppets. Itโ€™s running all month, and students can grab off-peak tickets for just ยฃ16.50. Booking is requiredโ€”get your tickets here.

โ—     ๐Ÿฅš The Big Egg Hunt โ€“ Londonโ€™s quirkiest Easter art trail is back! Hunt for over 200 beautifully decorated giant eggs hidden across the city, each created by top artists and designers. Itโ€™s fun, free, and perfect for all agesโ€”plus, it supports conservation work through the Elephant Family. ๐Ÿ‘‰ More information here

โ—     ๐ŸŒธ Flowers โ€“ Flora in Contemporary Art and Culture @ Saatchi Gallery โ€“ Explore how flowers have inspired artists, writers, and creatives through immersive exhibits. Happening all month AGAIN โ€”book your tickets here.

โ—     โœจ Naomi: In Fashion @ V&A Museum โ€“ Celebrate Naomi Campbellโ€™s legendary career with pieces from top designers and personal archives until April 6.  For more information and tickets visit their website here.

โ—     ๐ŸŽฎ London Games Festival โ€“ A city-wide celebration of games and tech with a major public showcase at Trafalgar Square, running April 2โ€“13. Expect cosplay, indie games, panels, and more. For the full day-to-day schedule check out their website here.

โ—     ๐ŸŒณ Power of Trees @ Kew Gardens โ€“ Explore the role of trees in art, science, and culture through immersive exhibits. Open daily from 10:00 -7:00 PM starting April 12. Visit the official Kew Gardens Page here to learn more and explore other events.

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โšฝ Londonโ€™s Big Football Battles

       โšก Catch the action live at the stadium or from your favourite pub! ๐Ÿป

Womenโ€™s Matches:

โ—     ๐Ÿ”ด Arsenal vs. Leicester City โ€“ April 20 @ Meadow Park

โ—     ๐Ÿ”ต Chelsea vs. Crystal Palace โ€“ April 20 @ Kingsmeadow

โ—     โšช Tottenham Hotspur vs. Aston Villa โ€“ April 20 @ Brisbane Road

โ—     ๐Ÿฆ… Crystal Palace vs. West Ham United โ€“ April 27 @ Selhurst Park

Menโ€™s Matches:

โ—     ๐Ÿ”ฅ Arsenal vs. Fulham โ€“ April 1 @ Emirates Stadium

โ—     ๐Ÿ’ฅ Chelsea vs. Tottenham โ€“ April 3 @ Stamford Bridge

โ—     ๐Ÿฆ… Crystal Palace vs. Brighton โ€“ April 5 @ Selhurst Park

โ—     โšฝ Spurs vs. Southampton โ€“ April 6 @ Tottenham Hotspur Stadium

โ—     ๐Ÿ† Arsenal vs. Crystal Palace โ€“ April 26 @ Emirates Stadium

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๐ŸŽถ Concert & Festival Scene

Londonโ€™s music and festival calendar is buzzing this April! From unique party nights to citywide celebrations, thereโ€™s plenty to catch. Make sure to book early via verified sellers like Ticketmaster, AXS, Twickets, or official venue websites:

โ—     ๐Ÿ”ฅ Usher โ€“ April 1, 2, 6, 8, 9 & 11 @ The O2

โ—     ๐ŸŽธ Ryan Adams โ€“ April 2 @ Eventim Apollo

โ—     ๐ŸŽง Silent Disco โ€“ April 5 @ The Crypt tickets here

โ—     ๐ŸŽค Finneas โ€“ April 17 @ Eventim Apollo

โ—     ๐ŸŽถ Gigi Perez โ€“ April 17 @ KOKO London

โ—     ๐ŸŽค Central Cee โ€“ April 24 @ The O2

โ—     ๐ŸŽท Brick Lane Jazz Festival โ€“ April 25โ€“27 @ East London venues

โ—     ๐Ÿ’ƒ La Lรญnea: The London Latin Music Festival โ€“ Running throughout April & May @ various venues  ๐Ÿ‘‰ More info & tickets

โ—     ๐Ÿ•บ ABBA Voyage โ€“ All month @ ABBA Arena

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๐ŸŽญ Theatre & Film

Catch some of London's hottest theatre shows, running daily. Book in advance for deals starting from ยฃ26!

โ—     ๐ŸŽฉ The Great Gatsby

โ—     ๐ŸŽช The Greatest Showman: The Musical

โ—     ๐Ÿ’– Mean Girls

โ—     ๐ŸŽญ The Phantom of the Opera

โ—     ๐Ÿ‘  The Devil Wears Prada

โ—     โšก Stranger Things: The First Shadow

โ—     ๐Ÿ“š Matilda

โ—     ๐ŸŽฅ New Cross Deptford Free Film Festival โ€“ A week of free film screenings across the area, happening April 25 โ€“ May 3.

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๐Ÿก Res Life Events

This month is packed with ways to relax, explore, and connect with your community!

โ—     ๐ŸŒ™ Eid Celebration โ€“ Join us for a warm evening of delicious food, great company, and festive vibes as we celebrate the end of Ramadan together. April 1 from 5:30โ€“8 PM  @ The Curve with a ยฃ2

โ—     ๐Ÿง˜ Grind & Unwind โ€“ Refresh your routine with an evening of chill vibes, productivity, and snacks at this all-in-one wellness session. April 3 from 5โ€“9 PM

โ—     ๐Ÿƒโ€โ™‚๏ธ ResLife Run Club โ€“ Looking to stay active? Meet your RAs and fellow residents every Sunday to get those steps in and explore the area together. April 13, 20 & 27  starting from 12:30 PM

โ—     ๐Ÿ’ฌ So You Want to Be an RA? โ€“ Thinking about becoming a Residential Assistant? Stop by for a relaxed Q&A and get tips, insights, and support from current RAs. April 9 from  5โ€“7 PM

โ—     ๐ŸŒ‡ East End Explorations โ€“ Discover the vibrant streets, history, and hidden gems of East London with your RAsโ€”right on your doorstep! April 12 from 11:30 AM

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