South Bank London

A WORLD BY THE RIVER

75 years on from the Festival of Britain, South Bank still sets the stage for culture, creativity and unforgettable moments.

What's On

Southbank Centre

Winter Market

02 Nov 2026 - 04 Jan 2027

Eat, drink and be merry at Southbank Centre’s riverside festive market.

Food & Drink

The Garden Museum

Winter Flowers Week

10 Nov 2026 - 15 Nov 2026

The Garden Museum celebrates seasonal flowers and foliage through immersive festive installations.

Exhibitions

Electric Winter at Between the Bridges

SoLo Craft Fair Christmas Market

15 Nov 2026 - 20 Dec 2026

An ideal place to find one-of-a-kind Christmas gifts in South Bank this festive season.

Festive

The London Eye

Festive Afternoon Tea on the London Eye

14 Nov 2026 - 23 Dec 2026

Celebrate the festive season with a special afternoon tea on the London Eye

Food & Drink

National Theatre

The Jungle Book

13 Nov 2026 - 06 Feb 2027

A thrilling new adaptation of the beloved book brings the jungle roaring to life this winter

Theatre & Shows

BFI Southbank

Almost Perfect: The Films of Billy Wilder

19 Oct 2026 - 31 Dec 2026

The BFI celebrates the extraordinary career and legendary wit of the iconic director

Film

Southbank Centre

Playing With Fire: An Immersive Odyssey with Yuja Wang

09 Sept 2026 - 03 Jan 2027

This one-of-a-kind mixed-reality classical music experience places audiences inside the performance.

Music

National Theatre

Cloud 9

02 Nov 2026 - 13 Jan 2027

A modern classic that rethinks gender, power, and the impact of empire.

Theatre & Shows

Southbank Centre

Koestler Arts: Rock, Paper, Scissors

16 Oct 2026 - 29 Nov 2026

Be inspired by this annual showcase of art produced in criminal justice settings

Exhibitions

Witness for the Prosecution

01 Jan 2023 - 19 Sept 2027

You have been summoned for jury service...

Theatre & Shows

Get some inspiration

Top Spots for a Sunday Lunch in South Bank

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

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.

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.

Dog-friendly South Bank

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

Not to be missed

Tickets to see London's New Year's Eve fireworks are now on sale!

How to get your tickets to watch one of the world's biggest fireworks displays in South Bank.

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Coming up at Southbank Centre in 2027

Southbank Centre has unveiled its exciting 2027 lineup of headline performances, festivals and exhibitions

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A-list comedians coming to Big Belly’s Secret Headliner season

Michael McIntyre kicks off Big Belly Comedy Club's huge Secret Headliner season that boasts the club's biggest A-list lineup yet

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