South Bank London

Explore the vibrant culture, dining, and entertainment of South Bank.

Discover iconic landmarks, world-class theatre, diverse cuisine, and memorable experiences in London's favourite riverside neighbourhood.

What's On

Ancient Grease

04 Mar 2026 - 31 May 2026

The Gods are behaving badly in this epic new queer parody musical at The Vaults

Theatre & Shows

Hayward Gallery

Yin Xiuzhen: Heart to Heart

17 Feb 2026 - 03 May 2026

Artworks made from unconventional materials and overlooked objects reveal personal and collective stories

Exhibitions

BFI Southbank

BFI Flare LGBTQIA+ Film Festival

18 Mar 2026 - 29 Mar 2026

The UK’s largest queer film festival returns to South Bank for its 40th edition

Film

Big Belly Comedy Club

Shoot From The Hip

19 Mar 2026 - 19 Mar 2026

The improv rockstars bring their brilliantly chaotic, unscripted comedy to South Bank

Theatre & Shows

National Theatre

Man and Boy

30 Jan 2026 - 14 Mar 2026

Jazz, Broadway and the Great Depression come together in this tale of paternity and corruption in 1930s New York

Theatre & Shows

Hayward Gallery

Chiharu Shiota: Threads of Life

17 Feb 2026 - 03 May 2026

Immense and intricate web-like installations explore the body, memory, consciousness and the fragility of existence

Exhibitions

Lambeth Palace Library

Allegri Miserere at Lambeth Palace

19 Mar 2026 - 19 Mar 2026

An evening of choral music for Lent with St Martin's Voices in the Great Hall of Lambeth Palace

Music

BFI Southbank

Close to the Edge: The Films of Kathryn Bigelow

01 Feb 2026 - 17 Mar 2026

The BFI celebrates the adrenaline and artistry of the ground-breaking director’s films.

Film

Southbank Centre

Replay: A Limitless Recycled Playground

14 Jan 2026 - 12 Apr 2026

Ignite your child's imagination at this ingenious loose-parts play adventure playground.

Family

Witness for the Prosecution

01 Jan 2023 - 04 Oct 2026

You have been summoned for jury service...

Theatre & Shows

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Celebrate Mother's Day in South Bank

Treat the mother figures in your life to a special day out in South Bank this Mother's Day.

Top Spots for a Sunday Lunch in South Bank

The top places in South Bank to enjoy that quintessentially British Sunday Roast!

South Bank for book lovers

From specialist bookshops and second-hand market stalls to the country's biggest stage for literary events, South Bank is heaven for book lovers!

Free Things to do in South Bank

You don't need to spend a fortune to enjoy a great day out sightseeing in South Bank.

South Bank Pre-Theatre Dining

Cut the drama out of choosing where to eat with these top pre-theatre dining options before heading to your show.

Dog-friendly South Bank

The best bars, restaurants, pubs and hotels in South Bank where you can bring your dog

Not to be missed

National Lottery Week 2026 in South Bank

Score 2-4-1 museum entry and 25% off gallery tickets in South Bank as part of this year's National Lottery Week.

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Harry Styles takes over South Bank this summer!

The British pop icon has been announced as the curator of the 2026 edition of Southbank Centre's Meltdown festival.

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Lyaness launches their first ever Happy Hour

The critically acclaimed cocktail bar, frequently listed as one of the World's 50 Best, now has a £12 cocktail Happy Hour

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