We’ve rounded up the best events and one-of-a-kind London experiences in Covent Garden to help you plan your next visit to the West End. Whether it’s exclusive pop-ups on the Piazza, in-store events, artist installations or discovering the latest new openings in the neighbourhood, we’ve got you covered for the ultimate day out in Central London.
Whether you're planning for your West End itinerary, visiting internationally or staying in the loop as a local, add these goings-on to your Covent Garden must-see list and check out all of the very best things to do in London.
📍East Piazza
🗓 16th-31st May
This May, cocktail bar The Thirsty Farrier are popping up on the Covent Garden Piazza serving a menu of refreshing cocktails made entirely from scratch. Pitch up on a stool and enjoy the sunny weather with a seasonal cocktail in hand, surrounded by the excitement of London.
📍Around Covent Garden
🗓 26th-30th May
Visit Covent Garden this May Half Term to kickstart a week of entertainment with the family. From West End shows like Matilda the Musical, to entertainment at The London Transport Museum and Bow Street Police Museum, kids menus and more, there's something for everyone to enjoy. Discover our guide to enjoying the school holidays in Covent Garden below.
Booking now for the 30th May onwards, embark on the Spyscape experience, now open in Covent Garden. Explore hidden worlds, break codes, run surveillance, dodge lasers and more in a thrilling 90 minute brain-teasing experience. Face real-word spy challenges and take home a personalised 42-page spy profile developed with top psychologists and experts from MI6!
📍Covent Garden
🗓 June-July
Covent Garden is proud to celebrate Pride in London this June, alongside one of the biggest LGBTQ+ communities in the world. With London Pride Parade and your favourite Covent Garden brands offering exciting in-store promotions, themed products and special donations, there is plenty to celebrate in and around the neighbourhood.
The iconic Covent Garden Market Building will also be going rainbow for Pride from the 4th-6th July. Don't miss out as the landmark comes to life with a display of over 1000 multicolour lights.
This June, discover The Summer House, a Mediterranean-inspired pop-up bar in the heart of Covent Garden. Sip refreshing summer spritzes with herbs snipped fresh from the living garden, alongside signature cocktails, draught beer, and cider. Pair your drinks with golden truffle parmesan fries, crispy chicken strips, and frozen chocolate-dipped cheesecake. The Summer House will be open daily from 12pm-9pm.
📍29 Henrietta Street
🗓 5th June - 3rd July
This June and July, Le Creuset celebrates their centenary year with the exclusive “Édition Limitée” pop-up store on Henrietta Street. The store will offer visitors a chance to purchase rare, unique and discontinued products, never before available in the UK. Originating in 1925, Le Creuset are renowned for their iconic, colourful cookware and continue to create staple pieces for the kitchens of home cooks and master chefs alike.
From lifelong collectors to design aficionados, visit the Édition Limitée pop-up to explore the Le Creuset legacy and discover Flamme Dorée, a limited-edition collection designed to celebrate 100 years.
Opening hours: Monday-Saturday 10am-7pm, Sunday 11am-5pm
📍15 James Street
🗓 Friday 13th June
This June Sunglass Hut presents OWN YOUR MOMENT. Grab your secret weapons to make every occasion yours this summer, whether you are discovering something new, embarking on an adventure or embracing your confidence and individuality. Visit the Covent Garden store from 2pm-6:30pm to shop the latest collections and receive in-store offers alongside a gelato cart, DJ and photobooth.
📍South Wells, Market Building
🗓Throughout June
Visit the Market Building's newest opening this June with a series of exciting events at Courtyard Wine Cellars. From tastings of carefully curated wines to exclusive masterclasses that will transport you to the sun-drenched gardens of Provence and much more, explore what's on below.
📍East Piazza
🗓 20th June - 13th July
This summer, Covent Garden presents Summer on the Big Screen - the ultimate series of live screenings showing the biggest events of the summer. From the best of the West End with a live steam of West End Live, to the biggest artists performing at Glastonbury Festival and more, be a part of the action on the Covent Garden Piazza.
The Big Screen is also welcoming the return of Wimbledon this summer as we celebrate the championship on the iconic Piazza. Sit back, relax and enjoy a glass of bubbles with our big screen experience, amongst the hustle and bustle of the London's West End. Discover Wimbledon in Covent Garden here.
📍Trafalgar Square
🗓 21st - 22nd June
Celebrate 20 years of West End LIVE with a weekend of outstanding performances from top West End musicals, live and free in Trafalgar Square. Theatre’s biggest stars will perform some of London’s leading musicals and must-see new shows.
Saturday 21 June, 11am – 5pm & Sunday 22 June, 12 midday – 5pm
📍Bow Street Police Museum
🗓 Throughout May
In 2018, the UK Parliament commemorated 100 years since some women over 30 in Britain first won the right to vote in parliamentary elections in 1918. In celebration of this, 'Hope', the Lego Suffragette was constructed and is now travelling the country on the road to 2028. Visit the Bow Street Police Museum this May to see Hope, standing 5ft 6 inches tall, and made using 32,327 Lego bricks!
📍Across Covent Garden
🗓 Sunday 15th June
Show him you care with Father's Day in Covent Garden this June. From exclusive dining, weekends away and the best of men's clothing, jewellery and grooming brands, you're guaranteed to find something to suit every taste in the neighbourhood.
This summer SUSHISAMBA's Piazza terrace has been transformed into an enchanting summer retreat. In collaboration with Veuve Clicquot, say hello to sunshine, sorbets and champagne at the new terrace, a lush oasis of golden blooms and greenery. It is the perfect spot to indulge in specially curated Veuve Clicquot cocktails, refreshing champagne sorbets and a spot of al-fresco this summer.
Choose between two mouth-watering sorbets: the zesty Yuzu with Veuve Clicquot Yellow Label or the Strawberry with Veuve Clicquot Brut Rose, alongside the Solaris, Pandan Spritz and Verbena Spark cocktails. The terrace also serves the Coconada mocktail, a citrus-boosted orange and pineapple juice shaken with homemade Brazillian lemonade!
📍Across Covent Garden
🗓 21st-29th June
Raise a glass (or two) this English Wine Week at one of Covent Garden's best wine bars. English Wine Week champions the best of English wines, celebrate local producers, and their growing availability as the UK wine industry rapidly expands. This year's tagline is 'create new traditions', encouraging people to make the switch and drink English wine, whether you are pairing with your Friday fish & chips or celebrating a special occasion. Discover a a selection of new wines and producers in Covent Garden this June, perfect for pairing with decadent dishes, cheeses, charcuterie boards and more.
📍10 Henrietta Street
🗓 Monday 30th June
Mrs Riot is back with Musical Mondays, a riotous night packed with killer vocals from your favourite musical theatre performers, chats, games and endless fun. Hosted by West End superstar Grace Mouat (SiX, & Juliet, Mean Girls the Musical and more), Musical Mondays will play host to a line-up of some of the biggest names in musical theatre. Occurring on the last Monday of every month, Musical Mondays is the perfect opportunity to see your favourite musical theatre performers perform up close and personal like never before, then hit the stage for free open mic after the show!
Upcoming dates: 28th July
📍Somerset House
🗓 10th-20th July
This July Somerset House brings you Somerset House Summer Series in partnership with American Express, an exciting eleven night line-up of unmissable performances in the iconic open-air courtyard. In celebration of Somerset House's 25th Birthday, the festival promises to be the best yet with powerful performances and some of the world's most influential artists.
This year's line up includes Rizzle Kicks, Freya Ridings, St. Vincent, FLO and more.
Make a day of your visit with hotel stays, dining in Covent Garden and a spot of shopping, plan your visit here.
📍Across Covent Garden
🗓 18th-22nd September
Celebrating London's creative scene and one of the West End's most fashionable neighbourhoods, head to Covent Garden this London Fashion Week. Create your own catwalk style with fashion from Ganni, Free People, A.P.C, Theory and many more fashion flagships.
As London's Beauty Quarter, shop some of the biggest beauty names starting with favourites from CHANEL, Tom Ford, Charlotte Tilbury and Glossier
Discover exclusive offers from your favourite brands
📍London Transport Museum
🗓 Until October
Visit the London Transport Museum this year for an afternoon of live performances from some of London's most talented, young classical and jazz musicians. Set against the unique backdrop of the museum's iconic collection, the performances are equipping young musicians at the start of their careers with real-world performance experience, and adding an unmissable bonus to your visit.
Visit on Friday afternoons for the Museum’s Transported by Culture: Music programme, where you can experience the stories of London and its transport history, whilst enjoying a musical performance from a future rising star.
📍1 Aldwych Hotel, London
Experience the ultimate afternoon tea for the whole family, from big kids to children, immerse yourself in the world of Roald Dahl's magical literature with the Charlie and Chocolate Factory Afternoon Tea at One Aldwych.
Open daily 10am - 6pm
Whether you're new to ballet and opera or you've loved them all your life, Royal Opera House something for you.
From incredible tours, free family activities to extraordinary lunchtime experiences there is always something happening in the Royal Opera House.
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With over 200 stores to choose from, Covent Garden is one of London’s hottest shopping destinations.
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