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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.

Ciné Lumière

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Institut français
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Ciné Lumière screens new releases, UK premieres, classics, documentaries, family films, and curated series or festivals, often accompanied by on-stage discussions with directors, actors, and critics.

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.

Fixing Our Broken Planet: Generation Hope

23rd - 26th Apr
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Natural History Museum
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Join the Natural History Museum to explore how you can help shape a better future for people and the planet. Connect with scientists, youth climate activists, creatives, and policy and business experts through talks, tours, and workshops.

Matilda in Concert (PG)

30th Oct 2026
6.30 pm - 9.20 pm
Royal Albert Hall
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See the classic film like never before, hosted and narrated live by Matilda director, producer and star Danny DeVito accompanied by the Royal Philharmonic Concert Orchestra, conducted by David Newman.

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Star Trek at 60

26th Mar - 8th Sept
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Science Museum
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Celebrate 60 years of Star Trek and experience the complete cinematic legacy from the original voyages to the modern reboot on one of the biggest screens in the UK, in a world-first presentation exclusively at the Science Museum.

Star Trek at 60 Film Season

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7.15 pm
Science Museum
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Celebrate 60 years of Star Trek and experience the complete cinematic legacy from the original voyages to the modern reboot on one of the biggest screens in the UK, in a world-first presentation exclusively at the Science Museum.

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David Attenborough's 100 Years on Planet Earth

8th May
7.30 pm
Royal Albert Hall
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In celebration of David Attenborough’s 100th birthday on 8th May, BBC will bring the nation together for a live event honouring his groundbreaking career at the forefront of natural history storytelling.

The Great Arch

From 11th Mar
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The Great Arch is the true story of Danish architect Johan Otto von Spreckelsen, an unknown talent who wins a major French competition to design the Grande Arche in Paris. In this film, director Stéphane Demoustier weaves together the vision of an architect with conflicting politics.

Bridging Worlds

7th May
7.30pm
Royal College of Music
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Bridging Worlds in association with the Royal Albert Hall brings together Artists Rushil Ranjan and Abi Sampa with students from Trinity Laban, the Royal College of Music, the Royal Northern College of Music, & the Sunshine Orchestra (Chennai, India). Cohorts of conductors, dancers, & composers have collaborated to create bold new works.

Symphonic Rock

9th June 2026
7.30 pm
Royal Albert Hall
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The Royal Philharmonic Orchestra’s sensational Symphonic Rock show is back! For one night only, join the Royal Albert Hall for an exhilarating evening of classic rock anthems, performed by the Orchestra and its rockin’ rhythm section, which promises to raise the roof of this iconic venue.

Concert: The Conference of the Birds

16th April 2026
6.30 pm - 9 pm
Leighton House and Sambourne House
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A retelling by Cantata Dramatica of 12th century poet Attar's 'The Conference of the Birds'. With music from composer Danyal Dhondy blending eastern and western traditions, surprising parables and pen portraits of the truth-seeking birds.

A Celebration of the Traditional Arts in collaboration with Community Jameel

30th April 2026
6 pm - 9 pm
Leighton House and Sambourne House
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Meet an inspiring panel of contemporary artists as they discuss the lineage of the traditional arts including ceramics, calligraphy and plasterwork, techniques and materials, the creative process and how handcrafted art can resonate with others.

Charlie Mackesy

22nd May 2026
7.30 pm
Royal Albert Hall
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Author of The Boy, the Mole, the Fox and the Horse, Charlie Mackesy is coming to the Hall in May for an evening of drawing stories and music. Audiences will have the rare opportunity to hear Charlie speak about the origins of his characters, ideas and the remarkable creative process.

Friday Late: Lost Queer Venues

24th Apr 2026
6.30 pm - 10 pm
V&A South Kensington
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This Friday Late will celebrate the grassroots collectives and communities creating transient queer utopias in the capital

Jeff Goldblum & the Mildred Snitzer Orchestra

30th June 2026
7.30 pm
Royal Albert Hall
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Join Jeff Goldblum and his band as they perform contemporary twists on classic jazz and American Songbook standards.

Image credit: E. Mikesch. I Often Think of Hawaii © Deutsche Kinemathek. Image: E. Mikesch

Film Series: Elfi Mikesch

5th - 27th May 2026
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Goethe-Institut
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Save the date for a film series dedicated to Elfi Mikesch’s work as a director. In collaboration with Club des Femmes, Goethe-Institut will present a selection of her genre-defying, poetic films that have had a profound influence on feminist and queer cinema.

An Evening with Sofar Sounds

10th July 2026
7 pm - 10 pm
Natural History Museum
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Join the Natural History Museum for an exclusive evening of unforgettable music with Sofar Sounds in their iconic Hintze Hall.

Friday Late

Various dates & times
V&A South Kensington
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Bringing audiences together with leading and emerging artists and designers through live performance, film, installation, debate, DJs and more. Friday Late is free and drop-in.

Astronights

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Science Museum
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If your child has ever wanted to explore the museum after dark, they’ll love Astronights, a sleepover at the Museum!

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!

Kensington and Chelsea Music Society 2025-6

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Leighton House and Sambourne House
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KCMS returns to Leighton House with their 2025-26 series offering an exciting programme of music in Leighton’s studio, from piano, flute and violin recitals, to opera and song. This October, hear from the Zarek Trio - Mudlark! and in November, an evening of the finest piano solo and duo music.

La La Land in Concert (12A) 2026

31st Dec 2026
1:00pm & 5:30pm
Royal Albert Hall
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Just announced! Revisit the 2016 Academy Award® winning Lionsgate film, La La Land, starring Ryan Gosling and Emma Stone, written and directed by Damien Chazelle, in a swoon-worthy live concert experience.

The Sleeping Beauty

25th-28th June
2:00pm, 2:30pm, 7:00pm & 7:30pm
Royal Albert Hall
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Sir Kenneth MacMillan’s exquisite production of The Sleeping Beauty comes to the Royal Albert Hall for the first time.

Films in Concert

Various dates and times
Royal Albert Hall
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The biggest movies with the best soundtracks - experience classic films with live orchestral accompaniment in the spectacular surroundings of the Royal Albert Hall.