Welcome to “Things to do in London” for Sunday, July 20, 2025! Today, the city is buzzing with summer energy. Expect a mild breeze and plenty of sunshine—ideal conditions for exploring. The air feels fresh, with festival-goers and families out making the most of a lively weekend.
Kicking off today's unmissable events, Trafalgar Square hosts the vibrant Chariot Festival (Jagannath Rathayatra). From noon to 5pm, you’ll see colorful floats, lively music, and street dancing as crowds parade toward Park Lane. Everyone’s invited—bring friends and family, with a free vegetarian feast adding to the fun[3].
If Japanese culture fascinates you, don’t miss the final day of the HYPER JAPAN Festival. Wembley Park transforms into a mini Tokyo, offering anime screenings, J-pop performances, traditional crafts, and street food—a truly immersive experience for all ages[7].
For theatre lovers, it’s a spectacular Sunday on the West End. Disney’s electrifying Hercules musical brightens Theatre Royal, complete with mythic spectacle. Or channel fashion-laced drama at The Devil Wears Prada, boasting Elton John’s irresistible new soundtrack. MJ: The Michael Jackson Musical delivers jukebox nostalgia and phenomenal dance numbers for pop music fans[1].
Want an outdoor family adventure? Head to Royal Docks for the brand-new Summer Splash—an unheated lido with lifeguards, floating platforms, and plenty of fun for the kids. It’s free and perfect for beating the heat[5].
Looking to dive into London’s nightlife? Mamma Mia! at Novello Theatre unleashes ABBA’s hits, while the legendary Kit Kat Club’s immersive Cabaret offers an unforgettable, sultry night out[1].
On the city news front, keep an eye out for new eateries launching across Notting Hill and Bermondsey, as London's food scene continues to sizzle. Weekend transit is smooth, though road closures will affect the Chariot Festival route—so expect some bus diversions downtown[3]. The Elizabeth line and Tube are running on regular schedules.
For your “must-do” list today, soak in free panoramic city views at the Sky Garden—just remember to book ahead. Enjoy coffee or cocktails among lush greenery 35 stories up, and, if you time it right, witness sunset over the Thames and Tower Bridge[4]. Stroll Brick Lane for vintage finds, then grab a bite at Maltby Street Market, where international street food reigns[2].
Hidden gems aren’t just underground. Try Holland Park for tranquil green escapes and a chance at open-air theatre. Or explore the Museum of Brands in Notting Hill for a quirky pop-culture journey[2].
Local tip: For one of London’s best skyline selfies, climb Primrose Hill at golden hour—locals love this spot not just for the view, but for seeing the city lit up in the soft evening glow[2].
Tomorrow brings even more: theatre premieres, special museum tours, and the buzz of early summer markets. Stay tuned for insider picks and tips to make the most of your London adventure!
Kicking off today's unmissable events, Trafalgar Square hosts the vibrant Chariot Festival (Jagannath Rathayatra). From noon to 5pm, you’ll see colorful floats, lively music, and street dancing as crowds parade toward Park Lane. Everyone’s invited—bring friends and family, with a free vegetarian feast adding to the fun[3].
If Japanese culture fascinates you, don’t miss the final day of the HYPER JAPAN Festival. Wembley Park transforms into a mini Tokyo, offering anime screenings, J-pop performances, traditional crafts, and street food—a truly immersive experience for all ages[7].
For theatre lovers, it’s a spectacular Sunday on the West End. Disney’s electrifying Hercules musical brightens Theatre Royal, complete with mythic spectacle. Or channel fashion-laced drama at The Devil Wears Prada, boasting Elton John’s irresistible new soundtrack. MJ: The Michael Jackson Musical delivers jukebox nostalgia and phenomenal dance numbers for pop music fans[1].
Want an outdoor family adventure? Head to Royal Docks for the brand-new Summer Splash—an unheated lido with lifeguards, floating platforms, and plenty of fun for the kids. It’s free and perfect for beating the heat[5].
Looking to dive into London’s nightlife? Mamma Mia! at Novello Theatre unleashes ABBA’s hits, while the legendary Kit Kat Club’s immersive Cabaret offers an unforgettable, sultry night out[1].
On the city news front, keep an eye out for new eateries launching across Notting Hill and Bermondsey, as London's food scene continues to sizzle. Weekend transit is smooth, though road closures will affect the Chariot Festival route—so expect some bus diversions downtown[3]. The Elizabeth line and Tube are running on regular schedules.
For your “must-do” list today, soak in free panoramic city views at the Sky Garden—just remember to book ahead. Enjoy coffee or cocktails among lush greenery 35 stories up, and, if you time it right, witness sunset over the Thames and Tower Bridge[4]. Stroll Brick Lane for vintage finds, then grab a bite at Maltby Street Market, where international street food reigns[2].
Hidden gems aren’t just underground. Try Holland Park for tranquil green escapes and a chance at open-air theatre. Or explore the Museum of Brands in Notting Hill for a quirky pop-culture journey[2].
Local tip: For one of London’s best skyline selfies, climb Primrose Hill at golden hour—locals love this spot not just for the view, but for seeing the city lit up in the soft evening glow[2].
Tomorrow brings even more: theatre premieres, special museum tours, and the buzz of early summer markets. Stay tuned for insider picks and tips to make the most of your London adventure!
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Speaker 1 (00:00):
This is your Things to Do in London podcast. Welcome
to Things to Do in London for Sunday, July twentieth,
twenty twenty five. Today the city is buzzing with summer energy.
Expect a mild breeze and plenty of sunshine, ideal conditions
for exploring. The air feels fresh with festival goers and
families out making the most of a lively weekend. Kipping
(00:23):
off today's unmissible events, Trafalgar Square hosts the Vibrant Chariot
Festival Joggin off Rafeatra from noon to five pm. You'll
see colorful floats, lively music and street dancing as crowds
preyed toward Park Lane. Everyone's invited bring friends and family,
with a free vegetarian feast adding to the fun. Three.
(00:44):
If Japanese culture fascinates you, don't miss the final day
of the Hyper Japan Festival. Winley Park transforms into a
mini Tokyo, offering anime screenings, jaypop performances, traditional crafts and
street food. A truly immersive experience for all ages. For
theater lovers, It's a spectacular Sunday on the West End
Disney's electrifying Hercules musical Brightons Theatre Royal, complete with mythic
(01:08):
spectacle or channel fashion leace drama at the Devil Wares
Prada boasting Elton John's irresistible new soundtrack. MJ The Michael
Jackson Musical delivers jukebox nostalgia and phenomenal dance numbers for
pop music fans. One one an outdoor family adventure, Head
to Royal Docks for the brand new Summer Splash, an
(01:28):
unheated lido with lifeguards, floating platforms and plenty of fun
for the kids. It's free and perfect for beating the heat.
Looking to dive into London's night life, Mamma Mia at
Novello Theater unleashes a bba's hits, while the legendary KitKat
Club's immersive cabaret offers an unforgettable sultry night out. One
(01:49):
on the city news front, keep an eye out for
new eateries launching across notting Hill and Bermondsey as London's
food scene continues to sizzle. Weekend transit is smooth, though
the road closures will affect the Chariot Festival rote so
expect some busta versions Downtown three, the Elizabeth Line and
Tube are running on regular schedules for your must do
(02:10):
list today. Soak in free panoramic city views at the
sky Garden, just remember to book a head. Enjoy coffee
or cocktails among lush greenery thirty five stories up and
if you time it right, witness sunset over the Thames
and Tower Bridge. Stroll Brick Lane for vintage fines. Then
grab a bite at Malty Street Market, where international street
(02:32):
food rains hitting gems aren't just underground. Try Holland Park
for tranquil green escapes and a chance at open air theater.
Or explore the Museum of Brands in notting Hill for
a quirky pop culture journey. Local tip for one of
London's best skyline selfies, climb Primerose Hill at Golden Hour.
(02:54):
Rucles love this spot not just for the view, but
for seeing the city let up in the soft evening glow.
Tomorrow brings even more theater premieres, special museum tours and
the buzz of early summer markets. Stay tuned for insider
picks and tips to make the most of your London adventure.
This is your Things to Do in London podcast. Welcome
to Things to Do in London for Sunday, July twentieth,
twenty twenty five. Today the city is buzzing with summer energy.
Expect a mild breeze and plenty of sunshine, ideal conditions
for exploring. The air feels fresh with festival goers and
families out making the most of a lively weekend. Kipping
(00:23):
off today's unmissible events, Trafalgar Square hosts the Vibrant Chariot
Festival Joggin off Rafeatra from noon to five pm. You'll
see colorful floats, lively music and street dancing as crowds
preyed toward Park Lane. Everyone's invited bring friends and family,
with a free vegetarian feast adding to the fun. Three.
(00:44):
If Japanese culture fascinates you, don't miss the final day
of the Hyper Japan Festival. Winley Park transforms into a
mini Tokyo, offering anime screenings, jaypop performances, traditional crafts and
street food. A truly immersive experience for all ages. For
theater lovers, It's a spectacular Sunday on the West End
Disney's electrifying Hercules musical Brightons Theatre Royal, complete with mythic
(01:08):
spectacle or channel fashion leace drama at the Devil Wares
Prada boasting Elton John's irresistible new soundtrack. MJ The Michael
Jackson Musical delivers jukebox nostalgia and phenomenal dance numbers for
pop music fans. One one an outdoor family adventure, Head
to Royal Docks for the brand new Summer Splash, an
(01:28):
unheated lido with lifeguards, floating platforms and plenty of fun
for the kids. It's free and perfect for beating the heat.
Looking to dive into London's night life, Mamma Mia at
Novello Theater unleashes a bba's hits, while the legendary KitKat
Club's immersive cabaret offers an unforgettable sultry night out. One
(01:49):
on the city news front, keep an eye out for
new eateries launching across notting Hill and Bermondsey as London's
food scene continues to sizzle. Weekend transit is smooth, though
the road closures will affect the Chariot Festival rote so
expect some busta versions Downtown three, the Elizabeth Line and
Tube are running on regular schedules for your must do
(02:10):
list today. Soak in free panoramic city views at the
sky Garden, just remember to book a head. Enjoy coffee
or cocktails among lush greenery thirty five stories up and
if you time it right, witness sunset over the Thames
and Tower Bridge. Stroll Brick Lane for vintage fines. Then
grab a bite at Malty Street Market, where international street
(02:32):
food rains hitting gems aren't just underground. Try Holland Park
for tranquil green escapes and a chance at open air theater.
Or explore the Museum of Brands in notting Hill for
a quirky pop culture journey. Local tip for one of
London's best skyline selfies, climb Primerose Hill at Golden Hour.
(02:54):
Rucles love this spot not just for the view, but
for seeing the city let up in the soft evening glow.
Tomorrow brings even more theater premieres, special museum tours and
the buzz of early summer markets. Stay tuned for insider
picks and tips to make the most of your London adventure.
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