Is it just us or is there distinct chill in the air? Do we spy a few more jackets, cardy’s and jumpers around the office? Are those sandal-clad feet quietly yearning for the return of the sock? Never! We’ve found some ‘hot’ and colourful summer events that shout in the face of Autumn and which also provide some perfect dating opportunities.
Here are our top choices for the end of August and (please god) an Indian summer in September…
More London Free Festival
When? Until Friday September 26
Where? The Scoop at More London, The Queen’s Walk, SE1 2DB
What? This festival has been running all summer, but from September 3, the final focus is film, with a load of free screenings, including cult classics, like the Goonies, Raiders Of The Lost Ark and Ferris Bueller’s Day Off (‘Save Ferris!’) and critically acclaimed hits, like Life of Pi, Mandela – the Long Walk To Freedom and Philomena. All events are as the name suggests, free, you don’t need to book, just rock up on the day with plenty of time and a cushion in hand or you can hire one for a £1 donation to charity. Food is courtesy of Munch Street Food or you can bring your own nibbles. Perfect! More! More!
Mary Poppins Pop-Up Restaurant
When? August 29, 30, 31; September 5,6, 7; September 12, 13, 14
Where? A secret London location TBA
What? Is it going to be supercalifragilisticexpialidocious? ‘Fans of Mary Poppins are being invited to dine with the Banks family and their famous nanny in a series of nights at a pop-up restaurant. It’s all hosted by HOTHOT magazine in a secret London location only revealed to diners a week before the event. The menu is also being kept under-warps but organisers insist it will be more than just “a spoonful of sugar” and for a price tag of £75, we should hope so. Oh, and please don’t try and use your umbrella to fly you home if you’ve had one too many!
Colourscape Music Festival
When? Saturday September 13 to Sunday September 21
Where? Clapham Common, Windmill Drive, SW4 9DE
What? One of London’s most unusual festivals, Colourscape combines visual art with contemporary music. The event is celebrating its 25th birthday on Clapham Common and visitors can expect exciting colour and music workshops to blow their minds. This year’s commission ‘Pied Piper’ on September 21, from 1 to 5pm, will involve a journey through a maze and guests must choose a colourful cape before entering. Sounds intriguing!
Open House London
When? Saturday September 20-Sunday September 21
Where? Various venues, London
What? Ever wandered past and private building and longed to have a nosy around? Now’s your chance! This annual festival of architecture is celebrating its 22nd year and takes place under the theme “Revealing”. The festival allows access to hundreds of buildings not normally open to the public, including private homes, government building, historic sites and educational establishments. There are over 800 buildings to explore, neighbourhood walks, architects talks and loads more.
iTunes Festival
When? Tuesday September 2 to Saturday September 27
Where? Camden Roundhouse, Chalk Farm Road, London, NW1 8EH
What? Every year iTunes treat Londoners to a series of free gigs and this year is no different. The ever-popular event sees the likes of Pharrell, Kylie, Beck, David Guetta, 5 Seconds of Summer, Kasabian, Robert Plant and Sam Smith playing gigs that the famous Camden Roundhouse. Tickets are won on a ballet basis: Enter your details at itunesfestival.com to be in with a chance of winning. Good luck!
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