Welcome to “Things to Do in London,” your guide to the city’s best happenings for Saturday, August 2, 2025. London is buzzing with summer energy—today’s weather is mild with just a hint of cloud, the air quality is good, and the weekend mood is festive as both locals and visitors dive into the heart of August’s calendar[1].
Let’s kick off with a snapshot of London’s vibe: Soho is turning into a musical playground, families are filling up artful parks, and from Westminster to Wembley, the city’s diverse spirit shines in every corner. There's lots going on—here are the top events you won’t want to miss:
1. Ronnie Scott’s Street Party (Frith Street, Soho): From 11am to 5pm, the legendary jazz club takes over the street for a free, family-friendly mini festival. Enjoy live sets by UK jazz greats, DJ performances, street food, and activities for all ages. It’s a rare chance to soak up the city’s jazz energy outdoors with a friendly, festival atmosphere—no tickets needed![1][4]
2. Oasis in Concert (Wembley Stadium): Iconic Britpop band Oasis is back for one of the summer’s most anticipated concerts. Fans old and new are descending on Wembley—tickets are still available, but they’re among the city’s hottest tonight[7].
3. Thamesmead Festival (Southmere Park): Head southeast for a community-fueled day of music, art, and food. Multiple stages showcase London talent in R&B, soul, and rap. It’s free, fun, and super local, running noon till 7:30pm[1].
4. Drag Brunch at Between the Bridges: Enjoy high-energy drag performances alongside a bottomless brunch by the river. Today’s lineup includes big names like Tayce, Rose, and Kiki Snatch. It’s cheeky, colorful, and a must for fans of performance and cabaret (11:30am-3pm)[1].
5. Love Decade (Queen’s Park Gardens): For dance lovers, the open-air “Love Decade” event mixes retro beats with a summer block party atmosphere. The fun starts at 4:30pm[10].
In local news, London’s public transport is running smoothly with no major disruptions reported this weekend. Foodies will want to check out the new openings in Battersea, including The Deli Warehouse, spotlighted as a must-visit by locals for fresh ingredients and artisanal bites[6]. Meanwhile, Covent Garden’s Tusk Turtle Trail—16 vibrant turtle sculptures across the city—makes for the perfect artsy stroll while supporting wildlife conservation[8].
Looking for must-do activities today? Grab tickets to a West End classic like “The Lion King,” take a Sky Garden stroll for sweeping city views (don’t forget to pre-book), or explore hidden gems such as Hampstead Heath for a breath of fresh air, or the quirky London Sewing Machine Museum open just this afternoon[2][5][1]. If you’re out with kids, Seven Dials Market runs crafty sessions from noon, keeping the little ones entertained while adults snack on market treats[8].
Local tip of the day: If you travel by train, use the app TrainPal with promo code LUCK05 for discounted tickets—perfect for spontaneous day trips around London and beyond[2].
And tomorrow? The festival spirit continues—watch for more pop-ups, family-friendly art workshops, and open-air music events across the city. Tune in again for your next round of London’s bright and bustling best—see you out there!
Let’s kick off with a snapshot of London’s vibe: Soho is turning into a musical playground, families are filling up artful parks, and from Westminster to Wembley, the city’s diverse spirit shines in every corner. There's lots going on—here are the top events you won’t want to miss:
1. Ronnie Scott’s Street Party (Frith Street, Soho): From 11am to 5pm, the legendary jazz club takes over the street for a free, family-friendly mini festival. Enjoy live sets by UK jazz greats, DJ performances, street food, and activities for all ages. It’s a rare chance to soak up the city’s jazz energy outdoors with a friendly, festival atmosphere—no tickets needed![1][4]
2. Oasis in Concert (Wembley Stadium): Iconic Britpop band Oasis is back for one of the summer’s most anticipated concerts. Fans old and new are descending on Wembley—tickets are still available, but they’re among the city’s hottest tonight[7].
3. Thamesmead Festival (Southmere Park): Head southeast for a community-fueled day of music, art, and food. Multiple stages showcase London talent in R&B, soul, and rap. It’s free, fun, and super local, running noon till 7:30pm[1].
4. Drag Brunch at Between the Bridges: Enjoy high-energy drag performances alongside a bottomless brunch by the river. Today’s lineup includes big names like Tayce, Rose, and Kiki Snatch. It’s cheeky, colorful, and a must for fans of performance and cabaret (11:30am-3pm)[1].
5. Love Decade (Queen’s Park Gardens): For dance lovers, the open-air “Love Decade” event mixes retro beats with a summer block party atmosphere. The fun starts at 4:30pm[10].
In local news, London’s public transport is running smoothly with no major disruptions reported this weekend. Foodies will want to check out the new openings in Battersea, including The Deli Warehouse, spotlighted as a must-visit by locals for fresh ingredients and artisanal bites[6]. Meanwhile, Covent Garden’s Tusk Turtle Trail—16 vibrant turtle sculptures across the city—makes for the perfect artsy stroll while supporting wildlife conservation[8].
Looking for must-do activities today? Grab tickets to a West End classic like “The Lion King,” take a Sky Garden stroll for sweeping city views (don’t forget to pre-book), or explore hidden gems such as Hampstead Heath for a breath of fresh air, or the quirky London Sewing Machine Museum open just this afternoon[2][5][1]. If you’re out with kids, Seven Dials Market runs crafty sessions from noon, keeping the little ones entertained while adults snack on market treats[8].
Local tip of the day: If you travel by train, use the app TrainPal with promo code LUCK05 for discounted tickets—perfect for spontaneous day trips around London and beyond[2].
And tomorrow? The festival spirit continues—watch for more pop-ups, family-friendly art workshops, and open-air music events across the city. Tune in again for your next round of London’s bright and bustling best—see you out there!
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Speaker 1 (00:00):
This is your Things to Do in London podcast. Welcome
to Things to Do in London, your guide to the
city's best happenings. For Saturday, August second, twenty twenty five,
London is buzzing with summer energy. Today's weather is mild
with just a hint of cloud, the air quality is good,
and the weekend mood is festive. As both locals and
visitors dive into the heart of August's calendar, Let's kick
(00:21):
off with a snapshot of London's vibe. Soho is turning
into a musical playground. Families are filling up artful parks,
and from Westminster to Wembley, the city's diverse spirit shines
in every corner. There's lots going on. Here are the
top events you won't want to miss. One Ronnie Scott's
Street Party frist Street, Soho from eleven am to five pm.
(00:42):
The legendary jazz club takes over the street for a free,
family friendly mini festival. Enjoy live sets by UK jazz
greats DJA, performances, street food and activities for all ages.
It's a rare chance to soak up the city's jazz
energy outdoors with a friendly festival Atmosphere, No tickets needed.
Oasis in Concert Wembley Stadium. Iconic britpop band Oasis is
(01:07):
back for one of the summer's most anticipated concerts. Fans
old and new are descending on Wembley. Tickets are still available,
but they're among the city's hottest. Tonight three Thamesmead Festival
Southmere Park heads southeast for a community fueled day of music,
art and food. Multiple stages showcase London talent in R
(01:27):
and B, soul and rap. It's free, fun and super local,
running noon till seven thirty p m. One four Drag
Brunch at Between the Bridges. Enjoy high energy drag performances
alongside a bottomless brunch by the river. Today's line up
includes big names like Taste Rose and Kiki Snatch. It's cheeky,
(01:47):
colorful and a must for fans of performance and cabaret.
Eleven thirty am to three p m. One five Love
Decade Queen's Park Gardens for dance lovers. The open Air
Life Decade event nix's retro beats with the Summer Block
Party atmosphere. The fun starts at four thirty pm ten
(02:08):
In Local News, London's Public Transport is running smoothly with
no major disruptions reported. This weekend. Feudis will want to
check out the new openings in Battersey, including the Deli Warehouse,
spotlighted as a must visit by locals for new World
For our fresh trackers in South Carolina will start with
fifty percent of the empress and errors coming. Meanwhile, Covin
(02:28):
Garden's Tusk Turtle Trail sixteen vibrant turtle sculptures across the
city makes for the perfect artsy stroll while supporting wildlife conservation. Eight.
Looking for must do activities today, grab tickets to a
West End classic like the Lion King. Take a sky
garden stroll for sweeping city views. Don't forget to pre
book or explore hidden gems such as Hampstead Heap for
(02:49):
a breath of fresh air or the quickie London Sewing
Machine Museum, open just this afternoon. Two five one. If
you're out with kids seven dials marked. It runs crafty
sessions from noon, keeping the little ones entertained while adults
snack on market treats. Eight Local tip of the day.
If you travel by train, use the app train Pal
(03:11):
with promo code Luck zero five for discounted tickets, perfect
for spontaneous day trips around London and beyond. Two and tomorrow,
the festival spirit continues. Watch for more pop ups, family
friendly art workshops and open air music events across the city.
Tune in again for your next round of London's bright
(03:31):
and bustling best see you out there.
This is your Things to Do in London podcast. Welcome
to Things to Do in London, your guide to the
city's best happenings. For Saturday, August second, twenty twenty five,
London is buzzing with summer energy. Today's weather is mild
with just a hint of cloud, the air quality is good,
and the weekend mood is festive. As both locals and
visitors dive into the heart of August's calendar, Let's kick
(00:21):
off with a snapshot of London's vibe. Soho is turning
into a musical playground. Families are filling up artful parks,
and from Westminster to Wembley, the city's diverse spirit shines
in every corner. There's lots going on. Here are the
top events you won't want to miss. One Ronnie Scott's
Street Party frist Street, Soho from eleven am to five pm.
(00:42):
The legendary jazz club takes over the street for a free,
family friendly mini festival. Enjoy live sets by UK jazz
greats DJA, performances, street food and activities for all ages.
It's a rare chance to soak up the city's jazz
energy outdoors with a friendly festival Atmosphere, No tickets needed.
Oasis in Concert Wembley Stadium. Iconic britpop band Oasis is
(01:07):
back for one of the summer's most anticipated concerts. Fans
old and new are descending on Wembley. Tickets are still available,
but they're among the city's hottest. Tonight three Thamesmead Festival
Southmere Park heads southeast for a community fueled day of music,
art and food. Multiple stages showcase London talent in R
(01:27):
and B, soul and rap. It's free, fun and super local,
running noon till seven thirty p m. One four Drag
Brunch at Between the Bridges. Enjoy high energy drag performances
alongside a bottomless brunch by the river. Today's line up
includes big names like Taste Rose and Kiki Snatch. It's cheeky,
(01:47):
colorful and a must for fans of performance and cabaret.
Eleven thirty am to three p m. One five Love
Decade Queen's Park Gardens for dance lovers. The open Air
Life Decade event nix's retro beats with the Summer Block
Party atmosphere. The fun starts at four thirty pm ten
(02:08):
In Local News, London's Public Transport is running smoothly with
no major disruptions reported. This weekend. Feudis will want to
check out the new openings in Battersey, including the Deli Warehouse,
spotlighted as a must visit by locals for new World
For our fresh trackers in South Carolina will start with
fifty percent of the empress and errors coming. Meanwhile, Covin
(02:28):
Garden's Tusk Turtle Trail sixteen vibrant turtle sculptures across the
city makes for the perfect artsy stroll while supporting wildlife conservation. Eight.
Looking for must do activities today, grab tickets to a
West End classic like the Lion King. Take a sky
garden stroll for sweeping city views. Don't forget to pre
book or explore hidden gems such as Hampstead Heap for
(02:49):
a breath of fresh air or the quickie London Sewing
Machine Museum, open just this afternoon. Two five one. If
you're out with kids seven dials marked. It runs crafty
sessions from noon, keeping the little ones entertained while adults
snack on market treats. Eight Local tip of the day.
If you travel by train, use the app train Pal
(03:11):
with promo code Luck zero five for discounted tickets, perfect
for spontaneous day trips around London and beyond. Two and tomorrow,
the festival spirit continues. Watch for more pop ups, family
friendly art workshops and open air music events across the city.
Tune in again for your next round of London's bright
(03:31):
and bustling best see you out there.
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