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A night out in London

From DJs, films, late night exhibitions, concerts, inspiring talks, immersive performances, sleepovers, Museum Lates, lectures - there is plenty to do here in South Kensington in the evening.

V&A Lates

Last Friday of every month
6.30-10pm
V&A South Kensington
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An ever-changing, programme of live performances, fashion, film, installations, debates, special guests and DJs, with bars, food, and late-night exhibition openings.

Ciné Lumière for under 25's

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If you love cinema, and you’re 25 years old or under, Ciné Lumière For A Fiver is for you! Whether you want to see the latest releases or discover French classics, attend special Q&As or explore world cinema, enjoy discounted tickets with no booking fees.

Under 30s ticket offers

Royal Albert Hall
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The Royal Albert Hall are launching a brand new ticket scheme for audience members aged 30 and under. If you're aged 30 or under, you can access £20 tickets for some of their amazing concerts!

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The Grand Sumo Tournament

15th - 19th Oct 2025
2:00pm & 7:30pm
Royal Albert Hall
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Just announced! Step into a world of ancient rituals, extraordinary strength, and rich tradition as Sumo wrestling, one of the world’s oldest sports, returns to the Royal Albert Hall.

Serpentine Supper Club x Friends Of Ours

29th May
6pm-10pm
Serpentine
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Join the Serpentine for an exclusive after-hours view of Arpita Singh: Remembering followed by a three course sharing menu and cocktails inspired by the Arpita Singh exhibition.

Space Night at the Museum

25th July
6.45 - 9.30 pm
Natural History Museum
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Make the jump to hyperspace and touch down on planet natural history for an evening of intergalactic fun as you explore the galleries after hours. Speak with their scientists, see stellar specimens and visit Space: Could Life Exist Beyond Earth? their newest exhibition. More activities to be announced!

Symphonic Queen

24 Sept 2025
7.30pm
Royal Albert Hall
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Get ready for an evening of rock like no other as Symphonic Queen returns to the Royal Albert Hall. Back by popular demand, the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra will deliver a tribute to one of the world’s most iconic rock bands: Queen.

Ani DiFranco

11th June 2025
7.45pm
Royal Albert Hall
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Grammy-winning singer-songwriter and feminist icon Ani DiFranco is coming to the Hall in June 2025. The concert will be in support of her acclaimed 23rd album and will feature special guest Anaïs Mitchell, the Tony and Grammy Award-winning creator of Hadestown.

Astronights

Dates and times vary
Science Museum
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If your child has ever wanted to explore the museum after dark, or if the idea of spending the night in one an iconic galleries fills them with excitement, then they’ll love Astronights, a sleepover at the Museum!