Can you feel it?
The joy of summer is washing over the capital, and with it comes plenty of things to see and do
Please bear in mind that all events listed are subject to change, check whether they are going ahead and book in advance where possible.
Summer Showtime
Enjoy a fantastic line-up from Battersea Power Station's own boutique cinema, The Cinema in the Arches, from 21 July - 21 August. This year, Summer Showtime is being hosted for the first time in the newly opened six-acre Power Station Park, with the iconic Power Station as the backdrop. There will be screenings of much-loved classics, the latest blockbusters, plus summer's biggest sporting events!
Nearest pier: Battersea Power Station
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Festival14
Canary Wharf’s new four-day arts festival, Festival14, features an eclectic programme of more than 60 events from 21 - 24 July. There will be music, theatre, comedy, dance, poetry, workshops and family events - all scattered across Canary Wharf's many parks, squares, plazas, bars and restaurants.
Nearest pier: Canary Wharf
Pride in London Parade
This year is a significant year for the Pride movement and the LGBT+ community as 2022 commemorates 50 years since the first Pride took place in the UK. The parade taking place on Saturday 2 July will celebrate the evolution as a movement; acknowledging the torch bearers who came before us and their achievements. After taking part in previous parades, we're excited to be walking together with the Port of London Authority and other Thames operators for the first time this year.
Nearest pier: Westminster / Embankment
Summer in Battersea Park
Summer is coming to Battersea Park!
A whole range of activities are taking place there on 2, 3, 9, 10 July, including yoga and fitness classes, Wimbledon screenings, the famous Battersea Park dog show, plus loads more!
Nearest pier: Battersea Power Station
Watching Wimbledon
Wimbledon is well underway and whether you're a tennis fanatic or just love strawberries and cream, it's the perfect excuse to meet up with loved ones and enjoy the lovely summer sun! Here are the best places to watch the upcoming matches along the river:
St. Katharine Docks
St. Katharine Docks is welcoming locals, residents and visitors alike to get involved in the live tennis action thanks to the return of its big screen for the popular Wimbledon screenings on its floating pontoon until 10 July.
Nearest pier: Tower
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Bluebird Chelsea
Until 10 July, watch the centre-court drama unfold whilst enjoying flowing Mirabeau Rosé and a delicious summer menu. The chefs at Bluebird Chelsea have even designed an epic dessert and cocktail to celebrate the occasion.
Nearest pier: Cadogan*
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Greenwich Peninsula
Missed out on Wimbledon tickets but keen to recreate the atmosphere? Greenwich Peninsula have got you covered. As part of their Summer Sessions programme, you can head to North Greenwich on 9 - 10 July to watch the action for free on the big screen.
Nearest pier: North Greenwich
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Eccleston Yards
A stunning courtyard, Eccleston Yards is a great urban oasis to sit back and enjoy the tournament on the giant screen. It will be home to the Amie Wine Studio outdoor lounge until 10 July, so you can watch the tennis whilst enjoying a glass of wine.
Nearest pier: Battersea Power Station
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Covent Garden
Covent Garden is serving your dose of tennis action until 10 July, straight from Wimbledon. Head to the Piazza for a tipple or two whilst you watch the Championships right in the heart of London.
Nearest pier: Embankment
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The Refinery Bankside
Catch all of the Wimbledon action live on the big screen at The Refinery Bankside until 10 July. Gorgeous terrace, massive screen, Pimm's, bubbles & a delicious strawberry dessert... Watch the ladies & gents battle it for the title of Wimbledon Champion whilst working on your tan & enjoying some delicious summery treats.
Nearest pier: Bankside
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Duke of York Square
With your picnic blankets spread out on the Green opposite Saatchi, enjoy traditional tennis accompaniments from the Partridge’s pop-up bar from 8-10 July. They even have complimentary tennis coaches to keep the little ones amused!
Nearest pier: Cadogan*
Find out more*We only serve Cadogan Pier on weekday mornings and evenings, but Battersea Power Station is close by and is served throughout the week.
Woolwich Words & Sounds
From 15 - 31 July, Woolwich Works will be hosting the first ever Woolwich Words & Sounds. A season of live music, stand-up comedy and spoken word, with some family events thrown in for good measure.
From established names to emerging artists, some of the most exciting performers in London are taking part.
Nearest pier: Woolwich (Royal Arsenal)
Summer Lights
Canary Wharf have brought back their popular Summer Lights until 20 August. The event celebrates the beauty of natural light and the long summer days, transforming their outdoor areas into sparkling, colourful and inviting spaces. Follow the trail and relax in the parks and green spaces along the way.
Nearest pier: Canary Wharf
Our sightseeing experience in partnership with The View from The Shard continues this month. See London’s most iconic landmarks, while listening to live commentary provided by our London Expert, on these special 50-minute circular tours. The tours depart from London Bridge City Pier twice a day Wednesday - Sunday and you'll pass The Shard, Tate Modern, Shakespeare’s Globe, St Paul’s Cathedral, the Houses of Parliament, The London Eye, Tower of London and under Tower Bridge.
Nearest pier: London Bridge City
Historical Highlights Tour
In this 1 hour experience, you'll take a walk through the varied and surprising history of the site. Take a peek behind closed doors, step into our fascinating Deadhouse, explore an unrivalled architectural gem and learn more about the very special story of this building and the amazing individuals who have lived and worked here across the centuries. The tours will be taking place every Tuesday and Saturday from 5 July.
Summer Series
Somerset House Summer Series with American Express makes a welcome return from 7 - 17 July, promising an unforgettable experience with eleven nights of gigs from inspiring artists. Each night, the magnificent Somerset House courtyard is transformed into the ultimate open-air gigs destination, bringing a vibrant festival atmosphere straight to the heart of London.
At Greenwich Peninsula
Explore London's creative quarter from North Greenwich Pier.
Summer Sessions
Greenwich Peninsula brings you Summer Sessions; a celebration of community spirit, culture and the great outdoors. Summer Sessions programme is packed with music, films and culture. Expect the ultimate party vibe with unmissable live music sets, games and an outdoor cinema, running until September. Pull up a deckchair and soak up the sounds of the summer, all day long.
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Maiden Voyage
For NOW Gallery’s 2022 Art Commission, Korean artist JeeYoung Lee has created an environment inspired by memories, dreams, emotions, and her personal experience. The artist reinterprets her psychological landscape and thoughts into this environment.
Maiden Voyage will be at NOW Gallery until 25 September.
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NOW Later X Clod Ensemble: Silver Swan
Also at NOW Gallery, Clod Ensemble present a special performance of ‘Silver Swan’ against the backdrop of JeeYoung Lee’s exhibition ‘Maiden Voyage’. Seven unaccompanied singers sing a beautiful lamentation based on a 17th Century melody, re-imagined and woven into a dense and haunting texture. Tickets are now available for the performance on 12 July.
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London in the Sky
Enjoy the summer weather from the capital's most exhilarating dining and drinking experience. You can enjoy expertly crafted breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner, afternoon tea or cocktails whilst suspended 100ft above The O2!
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Icon Outlet
Over 60 of the biggest headliners in fashion and lifestyle reside at Icon Outlet at The O2, offering up to 70% off the RRP. What's more, you can enjoy even bigger savings with their Summer Sale!
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The Line
The Line is a public art walk formed of over a dozen monumental pieces of public art. Starting beside The O2, and North Greenwich Pier, the route roughly follows the Meridian Line all the way to Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park in Stratford. You can also enhance your experience using the Bloomberg Connects app to provide a digital guide to The Line's works; it includes three guided meditations.
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Summer is here, and Team London Bridge is bringing a weekend of family fun to Potters Fields Park 23 - 24 July, and it’s all free to join in. Whether you enjoy great shows, like to get hands-on with workshops or love to explore with guided adventures, there will be plenty to entertain you across two days dedicated to children and their families.
Nearest pier: London Bridge City
Summer by the River
From the moment you step off the pier, London Bridge City's Summer by the River promises to revive weary workers, tourists and locals alike. Enjoy three months of free entertainment set against stunning views of the capital. Running until 2 September, this year’s festival is bringing 1930s Miami vibes to the banks of the Thames. You won't want to miss a beat!
Nearest pier: London Bridge City
2022 London E-Prix
All-electric street racing makes its return to the capital around Royal Docks and ExCeL exhibition centre 30 - 31 July. Thanks to the emissions-free nature of the cars, London features a unique track that weaves its way both inside and outside of ExCeL: a first for top-level international motorsport.
Nearest pier: Royal Wharf / North Greenwich + London Cable Car
Old Royal Naval College
The college may be old, but there are new experiences to be had right outside Greenwich Pier.
The Luna Cinema
Have you ever watched a film at a UNESCO World Heritage Site? Now's your chance! Whether you're looking for a classic feel-good film or want to see one of the new award winners on the big screen for the first time, there is a film for you at The Luna Cinema 7 - 10 July.
Afternoon Tea on the Colonnades
With the long view of the colonnades, the Queen’s House to your left and the Water Gates to your right, it is surely hard to imagine a more perfect setting for afternoon tea. On 10 July, indulge in the most sumptuous afternoon tea offering a selection of delicate finger sandwiches, homemade scones with clotted cream and jam and a selection of cakes and sweet treats.
Evening With The Moon
Get up close to our nearest neighbour in space with Evening With The Moon! Explore the night sky in the Peter Harrison Planetarium, then head into the Great Equatorial Telescope dome to see the 130-year-old telescope in action, all presented by astronomers from the Royal Observatory. Tickets are available for 2, 3, 31 July.
Nearest pier: Greenwich
Exhibitions
Take a look at new exhibitions opening along the river this month:
In the Black Fantastic
Myth, science fiction, spiritual traditions and the legacy of Afrofuturism are all sampled, reimagined and recontextualised in In the Black Fantastic, open until 18 September at the Hayward Gallery. Encompassing painting, photography, video, sculpture and mixed-media installations, the exhibition creates immersive aesthetic experiences that bring the viewer into a new environment somewhere between the real world and a multiplicity of imagined ones.
Nearest pier: London Eye (Waterloo)
Milton Avery
Worshipped by Abstract Expressionists Mark Rothko and Barnett Newman, Milton Avery expressed his vision of the world through harmonious colour and simplified forms. Now, for the first time, see the North American painter’s work this side of the Atlantic at the Royal Academy of Arts from 15 July.
Nearest pier: Embankment
Much Ado About Nothing
From 1 July, Shakespeare's Globe is transformed into a riotous garden party for their latest production of Much Ado About Nothing.
Prefer drama over comedy? There are plenty more productions to see at the Globe Theatre this summer!
Nearest pier: Bankside
Operation Black Door
Travel back in time to the Second World War in an immersive, drama-filled experience, solve puzzles and uncover the stories hidden in Churchill War Rooms. You’ll be assigned one of five themed storylines, which will be linked to a skill required during wartime, inspired by real life stories and real people. The world of Operation Black Door opens on 7, 8, 9 July. Can you unlock the secrets?
Nearest pier: Westminster
Make a splash
Help the kids cool off during the summer holidays by taking them to the many kid-friendly fountains along our route:
Jeppe Hein’s Appearing Rooms
This interactive sculpture at Southbank Centre is the brainchild of Danish artist Jeppe Hein, whose combination of architecture and technology produces sculptures which are joyful, engaging and playful.
Nearest pier: London Eye (Waterloo)
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More London Riverside Fountains
On a sunny day, people adore jumping through the fountains near The Scoop amphitheatre in London Bridge City. With 200 spouting jets and views of City Hall and Tower Bridge in the background, it's the perfect setting for splashing with a view!
Nearest pier: London Bridge City
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Splash Park Barking
One fountain not quite cutting it? Splash Park Barking is only a short bus ride away (EL1 or EL3) from Barking Riverside Pier. It has a wide variety of fountain features going up and down at different intervals, as well as a soft, flat ground to keep the little ones safe. Relax and have fun!
Nearest pier: Barking Riverside
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Leicester Square Fountain
Located at the heart of Leicester Square, a lovely play fountain surrounds the statue of Shakespeare in the centre. Cool off while watching the many street performers around the square!
Nearest pier: Embankment
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