Wrapping up the Summer
Remember remember, the 1st of September... Why? Because there's so much to see this month!
Go-to Greenwich Guide
It's a busy few weeks ahead for Greenwich and the Greenwich Peninsula, check out what's going on below:
Turning Tides Festival
From 10 - 11 September, this festival brings together the creative community for a weekend that promises to deliver on soulful summer sounds and good times, all hosted against an iconic riverside backdrop at the Greenwich Peninsula. There will be brilliant musicians, street food, a pop-up bar and plenty of spaces to explore.
Nearest pier: North Greenwich
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Greenwich Comedy Festival
Get your comedy cap on, as Frankie Boyle, Milton Jones, and more than thirty comedians take to the stage for the return of the Greenwich Comedy Festival from 14 - 18 September. Street food, craft beer, and comedy in the open-air, this is an event you do not want to miss!
Nearest pier: Greenwich
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Shanga
From 17- 25 September, NOW Gallery presents a pop up art installation by designer Bibi Ahmed as part of London Design Festival 2022.
Ahmed weaves intricate patterns and shapes with beads to create elaborate corsets, hats and accessories. The Shanga kiosk is inspired by the vivid Mpesa booths in Kenya and will be adorned with Ahmed’s beaded sculptural works.
Nearest pier: North Greenwich
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Prince Philip Maritime Collections
On 10 - 16 September England’s largest festival of history and culture - Heritage Open Days, brings together over 2,000 organisations, 5,500 events and 46,000 volunteers. This year the Prince Philip Maritime Collections Centre is throwing open its doors with onsite tours, events and talks for everyone to enjoy. Home to the Royal Museums Greenwich stored collections and state of the art conservation studios, this new facility is full of inspiring objects which normally would be away from public view.
Nearest pier: Greenwich
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Summer Nights Market
Live music, good vibes, and street food, what better way to see off the Summer? From 9 - 30 September, Greenwich Summertime Market is coming to Cutty Sark Gardens every Thursday and Friday.
Travel with Uber Boat by Thames Clippers to Greenwich Pier, and explore The Old Royal Naval College, Greenwich Market, the National Maritime Museum, and much more.
Nearest pier: Greenwich
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Design London
Returning 21 - 24 September, this four-day event at Magazine London will boast a jam-packed programme of engaging content and a highly curated selection of sought-after design brands from around the globe. This year, Design London will host a multitude of cutting-edge brands including Artemide, Penta, Bert Plantagie, HAY and Christian Watson as well as international pavilions representing Denmark, Portugal, Korea and more.
Led by renowned industry influencers and thought leaders, Discussions at Design London will once again address the most pressing topics to encourage debate.
Nearest pier: North Greenwich
Find out moreShakespeare's Globe 25th Anniversary
After being burnt down in 1613, and demolished 1644, the 3rd (and hopefully final) edition of Shakespeare’s Globe is celebrating its 25th anniversary on Sunday 18 September with a critically acclaimed production of Much Ado About Nothing.
This special performance will be accompanied by anniversary celebrations and the Sam Wanamaker Award marking a wonderful achievement of 25 years of Shakespeare’s Globe.
Nearest pier: Bankside
The Gretchen Question
On 22 September until 2 October head to Shipwright in Deptford, to watch a new production drawing from the history of climate change, featuring a livestream from the Artic.
Once the most important shipbuilding yard in the world and now a hidden gem of London, Shipwright opens its doors for audiences to experience The Gretchen Question in a unique open-air setting, with a river backdrop (keep an eye out for our boats).
Nearest pier: Greenwich
Thames Reflections
Prepare for the light (or night) of your life! On 24 September, at dusk, an illuminated flotilla of over a hundred and fifty boats, including Gloriana, The Queen’s Rowbarge, will float down the River Thames through central London from Chelsea to Tower Bridge.
The boats are individually decorated with white lights, creating a sparkling night in London. As well as this, the Illuminated River bridges will be given a specially-programmed celebratory sequence of majestically evolving colour and light. The event is a tribute by the river communities marking the passing of Her Majesty the Queen and the accession of King Charles III, and raises funds for the RNLI, supporting the construction of a new lifeboat station at Waterloo Bridge.
Nearest piers: Battersea Power Station - Tower
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The Greenwich Witch
Keep your eyes on the sky... There's a Witch in town! From 3 - 18 September join the fight to protect Greenwich from the Greenwich Witch, who has been stalking the town, spreading fear with her curses.
Make your own traditional witch bottle to protect the town, witness a traditional swim test for witches, and much more, as you join the venture between Dave Diamond and Alicja Mrozek, bringing the worlds of theatre and circus together.
Nearest pier: Greenwich + Woolwich (Royal Arsenal)
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Tribe and Tribulations on The Line
From 1 - 30 September, join a public art walk following the waterways and line of the Greenwich Meridian between The O2 and Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park!
See the most recent addition to The Line - Tribe and Tribulation by Ghanaian artist Serge Attukwei Clottey. This totemic sculpture is made of reclaimed wood from Ghanaian fishing boats and integrates Clottey’s interest in our relationship to the ocean, migration and the afterlife of objects.
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Thames Lens 2022
Say cheese! Thames Lens 2022 is open for entries. For 16 years the competition has encouraged amateur photographers to get out and explore the River Thames through a creative lens.
On top of that, there will be workshops to help you take the best photos possible on your phone, SLR, or even learn how to make a pin-hole camera, from last year's winner Olga Suchanova.
Prizes include two Adult River Roamer tickets each (with free travel for up to 3 kids ages 5-15 years) for four winners, courtesy of yours truly (us...).
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'Mudlark' a Henry Reichhold Exhibition
The Thames river bank at low tide will often reveal some individuals walking along the foreshore. They are the Mudlarkers, in search of history.
From 1 - 30 September explore the wonders and tranquility of a seekers world, with a giant 2D installation at London Bridge Station and a virtual expo within a virtual station.
Nearest pier: London Bridge City
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Operation Black Door
Step back in time and join the Department, an undercover team working tirelessly on most secret plans of national security. Eavesdrop on discussions in the place where history happened and where crucial decisions were made during the tensest days in the Second World War.
Guided by the characters you meet along the way, historic Churchill War Rooms will be your stage for an evening of mystery solving, code-cracking and drama, enabling you to truly immerse yourself in the history books. Don't miss out on this historic adventure, coming to London from 22 - 24 September!
Nearest pier: Westminster
Unlimited
On 7 - 11 September get off at London Eye (Waterloo) Pier and make your way to the Southbank Centre for the Unlimited festival to celebrate the artistic vision and creativity of disabled artists.
Featuring outstanding dance, performance, comedy, music and visual art, this festival showcases a diverse range of creative projects by disabled artists and companies.
Any person with a disability gets 50% off our fares. Please check out accessibility page for more details.
Nearest pier: London Eye (Waterloo)
Make a splash!
Hold on to the last few sunny days of the year and enjoy these water sport events in London!
The Great River Race
On the Saturday 10 September, witness a spectacular boat race up the River Thames, which attracts over 330 crews from all around the world. The Great River Race appeals to every level of competitor, from dedicated athletes, to those who enjoy laughter, fancy dress and charity stunts. It’s a great fun day out for both competitors and spectators!
With 21.6 miles to cover, from London Docklands to Ham in Surrey, you will be able to watch from a variety of locations along the Thames. Please be aware that there will be pier closures to facilitate the race. This will have an impact on our services. Check out Service Alerts page for more details.
Nearest pier: Various
London SUP Open
Battle of the corps! The London Stand Up Paddling Open kicks off on Wednesday 14 September with the Nautical Mile, which will see corporate teams compete in a relay race for a chance to win the Nautical Mile Cup. A jam-packed schedule of free sessions will then take place on 16 September and will continue through to 18 September, where visitors can sign up for SUP, SUP Yoga and Pilates sessions in Middle Dock and Wood Wharf.
The professional racing will kick off on the afternoon of 17 September. Canary Wharf’s Middle Dock will be transformed into an arena for viewers to witness the world’s best SUP athletes compete in a thrilling sprint tournament for the coveted London sprint title. Sunday 18 September will see the pros partake in the iconic voyage down the River Thames in a 15km distance race!
Nearest pier: Canary Wharf
It's back (until 11 September)! London's leading festival of free outdoor theatre and performing arts. GDIF is committed to breaking new ground in outdoor performance and raising the ambition, quality and diversity of outdoor work produced in the UK.
Island of Foam
What’s that coming over the hill? Is it a monster? No, it’s multi coloured foam. This UK premiere on 3 - 4 September from German artist Stephanie Lüning will transform Greenwich Peninsula with mountains of rainbow coloured foam.
Marvel as this short-lived installation is created live by the artist, growing, reproducing, and constantly changing as it envelopes architectural features. This sublime and entrancing transformation of public space explores the limits of painting as the artist selects and blends colours which take mountainous form and dimensions before the artwork finally disappears. Don’t blink, you’ll miss it (it's free to go)!
Nearest pier: Greenwich
Dancing City
Business meets casual. On 10 - 11 September, the annual dance takeover by Greenwich + Docklands International Festival will see the public spaces and waterfronts of Canary Wharf transform, as they feature eleven dance performances!
The performances will run from 13:00 to 18:00, each one lasting up to 30 minutes, so feel free to join in at any point. See the link below for a map layout including each of the eleven dances. This event is free for anyone to watch, so why not give it a go?
Nearest pier: Canary Wharf
Open House London
London is beautiful! From 8 - 21 September, hop off at various piers around London to take part in the Open House Festival, a two-week celebration of London’s housing, architecture and neighbourhoods.
As a visitor to the Open House Festival you can get access to a huge number of remarkable buildings, landscapes and neighbourhoods all over London, with a wide range of special events, guided tours and activities for children and families.
Nearest pier: Various
London Design Festival
Designers from around the world connect from 17 - 25 September for the 20th anniversary of the London Design Festival, celebrating and promoting the city as a design capital on the global stage.
London is known for its creativity and continues to attract the best companies and talent in the world. As one of the world’s leading design events, the festival has also served as the blueprint for design weeks and festivals globally and continues to be a key moment on the cultural calendar, so it’s definitely not one to miss!
Nearest pier: Various
Buckingham Palace Tour
Explore the Queen’s house! The Bucking Palace Tour runs until 2 October, giving you the chance to explore the famous London residence. Your visit includes the beautiful State Rooms, the Throne Room (no, you can’t sit on it…), and this year’s special exhibition, Platinum Jubilee: The Queen’s Accession. If you’ve got the chance, go whilst you still can!
Nearest pier: Westminster
World of Warships Event Day
Take control of HMS Belfast and lead her into battle… In a fully equipped interactive gaming room in the ship’s Command Centre! On Sunday 11 September, ride with Uber Boat by Thames Clippers (not a warship) to London Bridge City Pier and get on board HMS Belfast for a special event in association with World of Warships.
Nearest pier: London Bridge City
Events at ExCel London
It's a busy month for ExCel, one of the biggest convention centres in the country. To reach ExCel, take our service to North Greenwich and cross the Thames by taking London's only cable car! Or, go to Royal Wharf pier and follow directions for the venue.
Big London Tattoo Show
3 - 4 September
Are you a seasoned tattoo enthusiast, or someone looking for inspiration in getting their first tattoo? The Big London Tattoo Show brings a brand new experience to the capital on 3 – 4 September, offering a new, exciting addition to the tattoo convention calendar.
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Designer Con
3 - 4 September
Custom sneakers, designer apparel, and collectable toys are smashing together with underground pop-art at this year’s annual art and designer convention, DesignerCon.
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The Jewellery Show
5 - 6 September
Fancy the finer things in life? Make your way to the Jewellery Show, home to fine, luxury, Silver and contemporary designer jewellery as well as loose precious stones, watches and retail technology and solutions.
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EGX London
22 - 25 September
Where we dropping boys? If you like games, then EGX is for you - play everything from indie games to titles you know and love. A celebration of gaming, all under one roof! Brace yourself for the UK’s biggest gaming event.
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Jurassic World: The Exhibition
Until 3 November
Jurassic World: The Exhibition promises to bring you face-to-face with life-size dinosaurs. Walk through the world-famous gates and prepare to be left in awe as the ground-breaking film franchise is brought to life!
The Exhibition immerses audiences of all ages in scenes inspired by the beloved film. Why not travel there by ferry like they do in the movie? Minus the mosasaurus infested waters, of course...
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