Stop just drinking coffee and start learning all about the world’s most popular drink at Caravan Coffee’s knowledge-packed HQ. You’ll get brewing tips, tour the roastery, taste four different coffees in a guided session, and leave with a premium bag of beans.

With spring arriving, take the chance to lose yourself for a few hours in a beautiful hidden garden, tucked-away behind a grand Georgian manor house in leafy Dulwich. The two acres house a rose garden, woodland walk, and beds growing all manner of fruits, vegetables and herbs.

Silent punk disco, anybody? This one-day festival boasts two DJs (one spinning classic punk cuts, the other playing pop-punk bangers) that you can switch between on a headset. It’s hosted at the Brewery Market bottle shop, so there’ll be local beers from Phantom Brewing Co.

A unique opportunity to cruise the Thames while grooving to undeniable dance floor anthems — all without disturbing a soul, thanks to the whole "silent disco" element. You’ll pass some of London’s most iconic sights and you get to pick your soundtrack from three DJ channels.

Let a cast of ace comics ease you into the weekend with an evening of premium laughs. This long-running night has hosted acts who’ve gone on to grace "Mock the Week," "8 Out of 10 Cats," "Never Mind the Buzzcocks," and Comedy Central, so you’ll be in safe (and funny) hands.

Sneakerheads, unite — at one of Europe’s leading sneaker events. Browse and buy from a dizzying selection of kicks, sourced by sneaker obsessives from around the globe. But it’s not just your feet that get treated, as there’ll also be similarly covetable streetwear for sale, too.

Watch certified national treasure Stephen Fry add cricket umpiring to his many talents at this celeb-drenched match at a community club. Hitting sixes and delivering googlies (AKA bowling) will be comedian Andy Zaltzman, sports journalist Kate Mason, and TV presenter Will Best.

Get all literary to help Hachette Pride — an employee network of acclaimed publishing house Hachette — celebrate its LGBTQ+ authors. Two sure-to-be-engaging panel discussions with some of those authors explore weighty topics: ‘New Queer Voices’ and ‘Queering the Ages.’

Despite the name, BoxingYoga isn’t about learning to wallop someone when you’re in downward dog. Instead, these performance-driven yoga classes use elements of boxing training to build strength and muscle alongside traditional yoga moves. And no, you don’t have to wear gloves.

Singer Natasa Theodoridou — one of Greece's biggest stars — headlines the beautiful Art Deco Troxy music hall, backed by her band.

Biking makes London so much nicer — until you get a puncture. Learn how to sort them and other repairs, plus what kit to take with you on a ride, seasonal bike checks, and much more — all imparted by a master mechanic and avid cyclist at a trusted bike shop.

Put some swing into your step at a monthly dance class that teaches jive ballroom-style dancing to all levels, from absolute beginners to hot-footed experts. Pick your class based on experience, learn some moves, then dance the night away afterwards to a DJ.

Dance your way towards fitness at this Caribbean dance class for women, which focuses on building confidence as much as mastering dance moves. The routines will be carefully taught, and the bashment and soca-heavy soundtrack will be lively enough to keep you energised all night.

Head to South Bank for this party, where you'll hear only the biggest hits from Jason Derulo and Justin Bieber.

How do the songs of iconic French electronic duo Daft Punk sound when performed by an orchestra? Harder, better, faster, and stronger than you’d expect, actually, as you’ll witness when you hear the ever-creative Re:imagine ensemble break out da (orchestral) funk. Tres bon!

Celebrate the might and majesty of the spud across five global courses at this innovative, inviting supper club. We’re talking stuffed Peruvian croquettes, pani puri (Indian semolina shells with spiced spuds), and a potato-based dessert.

We use it every day, in some form, so it pays to spend time learning how to make your own soap at these expert-led workshops. You’ll use natural materials, including shea butter, and can experiment with colours and shapes to create your bespoke soapy masterpiece.

Get some 17th-century kicks from a multi-layered Will Shakespeare comedy, with an air of tragedy mixed in. The thespian action takes place alfresco, in green and leafy St Peter’s Square, so bring a picnic and enjoy the play’s special fairytale twist, plus live swing music.

Head over to Soho institution The Two Brewers for a night of varied entertainment, covering comedy, live music, burlesque, and a “Queer icons bingo” session — plus a charity raffle. The fun is in support of Bobu, an upcoming new public safety app designed for LGBTQ+ communities.

Get a glimpse at what may be the next big thing in fashion at this vast showcase, featuring work by over 3,000 graduates from universities across the UK. There’ll be 17 catwalk shows to dazzle, plus masterclasses hosted by big names, offering advice on breaking into the industry.

The charismatic author of “Kill Your Friends” takes to the stage to chat about his unarguably eventful life, discussing his stint in A&R for the music industry (and the accompanying wild times) and his transition to untamed, bestselling writer, accompanied by more wild times.

Find out what some of the UK’s most exciting rising filmmakers are creating at an evening of short films. All sorts of genres will be covered, tackled by rising independent directors and writers. The ticket price includes a free drink at the post-show networking.

A cultural historian looks back at the history of Marvel comics, long before heroes like Spider-Man and Black Panther arrived in cinemas. Join this talk to learn about Stan Lee and the state of the comic book industry.

Ditch flavourless, shop-bought herbal teas and learn to make your own direct from the source — your garden. You’ll find out what flora to plant to cultivate the best teas and how to brew them up into a refreshing, revitalising cuppa.

The annual London Pride Parade passes through sections of Westminster, central London’s bustling heart. Learn about historical links between the area and LGBTQ+ communities as an official City of Westminster tour guide explores both progressions made and persecutions endured.

Get Pride Month off to a roaring start by, erm, roaring with laughter at this LGBTQ+ comedy gig, where the jokes are guaranteed to be better than that one. Headliner Chloe Petts is a seasoned, superb comic, and guests like Sikisa and Dane Buckley promise further hilarity.

Learn as you sip four craft beers from Queer-owned breweries, while a co-host of the Switchblade Sisters Social Club podcast recalls true crime stories that have impacted LGBTQ+ communities, both negatively and positively.

Kick back and laugh during a night of LGBTQIA+ stand-up comedy, guided by a team of expert side-splitters. Two excellent, razor-sharp comedians — Ania Magliano and Rhys Thorne — provide headline sets, with other talented names offering further funny business.

Give your brain a break from stressful tasks at this workshop, which promotes calm and wellbeing through painting. The latest event is themed around nature, so flora and fauna from gardens of all kind will be brought to life on the canvas, after introductory breathing exercises.

A stacked lineup of garage DJs and bottomless cocktails await at this rooftop brunch in Dalston, where you can choose dishes from a variety of food traders.

Prepare for a joyfully raucous night, plenty of laughs, and even a bit of bingo at this full-on-fun evening. Orange Gina, Ariel Bold, and Magik are your venerable and hilarious hosts, guiding you through the rounds and dishing out good-natured sass along the way.

Ever wanted to try shorinji kempo, softball, or dragon boat racing? Now’s your chance at this gathering of LGBTQ-inclusive sports clubs from across London. Traditional activities are offered and no experience is needed for these taster sessions, which are all free.

The esteemed author of modern classic “White Teeth” discusses her latest novel, “The Fraud,” which blends history (around a 19th-century criminal trial) with fiction, all portrayed with Smith’s unique flair. There’s also a chance to put your questions to her.

If maths lessons at school brought you out in a cold sweat, this enlightening and entertaining talk from mathematician and concert pianist Eugenia Cheng is the tonic you need. She’ll unlock complex concepts and explain how maths can help us better understand the world.

Acclaimed music writer and journalist Jon Savage discusses his latest book, which examines how music and wider entertainment helped push LGBTQ+ culture from the fringes into the spotlight over a 25-year period. Jon is joined in conversation by celebrated musician Tom Robinson.

It’s not just the subjects that are naked at this inclusive life drawing class — it’s the entertainers, too. Every session features models taking different short poses to test your sketching prowess, before a guest musician accompanies the action with a live, clothes-free set.

Find out why wine from England is no longer ridiculed by other nations by attending this all-encompassing tasting. Reds, whites, roses, and sparklings from around the country will be there, all to be sipped in the snazzy surrounds of Fortnum & Mason’s Food and Drink Studio.

Dive into English wine’s renaissance at a tasting that features sparkling wine in cans. Good news is, it’s delicious, probably because it comes from Kent, home to some marvellous sparklers. Tickets include two wines, two spritzers, and a goodie bag.

Hear poppy, punky, rocky songwriter Eric Goulden — AKA Wreckless Eric — perform some songs in an intimate setting, as well as recounting the highs and lows of his time tearing up the music industry in the 1970s, as he chats about the reissue of his wild memoir.

From Afro house to Amapiano, the sounds of South Africa fill the air at this club night, featuring a lineup of top UK DJs.

If you thought fold-up bikes were only good for commuting, think again. This fast-paced and fun competition sees riders dash to unfold bikes before zooming(ish) around five laps of an urban track. It’s part of a cycling festival, meaning music, food, and vibes over a weekend.

With music spread across three stages, there are plenty of reasons to dance and celebrate the arrival of summer at this festival and barbecue in Ilford.

Buying gin? Laughably easy. Distilling gin, on the other hand, takes skills — the type you can acquire at a workshop led by craft gin-makers Mother’s Ruin. You’ll chop botanicals, you’ll seal stills with bread dough, and you’ll leave with your own personally labelled artisan gin.

Sip and sail on this nautical voyage, which presents passengers with four artisan rums to sample (each with its own story), plus a scenic route navigating the canal network around the Olympic Park. You also get one rum cocktail as you board and one before disembarking.

Back in the 1940s, now-leafy west London suburb Acton boasted five cinemas, becoming a hotspot for movie fans at a time when the film industry was thriving. Hear the colourful history of these cinemas — which ranged from grandiose to ghastly — on a guided tour of the sites.

South African rapper Focalistic and singer MaWhoo are among the lineup of acts performing during this celebration of African and Caribbean culture.

Everybody wants to be a DJ and now’s your chance to fulfil that particular dream by heading to this three-hour masterclass. You’ll work on phrase mixing, matching sound levels, understanding EQ, looping, and tons more. Prepare to start soundtracking the party.

Frank Ocean’s essential debut album, “Channel Orange,” isn’t short of powerful melodies, but hearing new life breathed into them by a live orchestra will surprise and delight both casual and hardcore fans. Tracks from the similarly ace follow up, “Blonde,” also feature.

Delve into Pride-themed scientific exploration, courtesy of the Royal Institution and the Pride in STEM network. The science behind rainbows and colours will be examined, and there’ll be a surprisingly deep dive into glitter (the eco kind, naturally) and Pride-adjacent topics.

Pedal through 22 seriously scenic kilometres at this event that champions cycling to reduce traffic pollution. The route covers green oases including Hampstead Heath, Primrose Hill, and Regent’s Park, as well as passing by partnering pubs and cafes for refuelling.

Gardens are hard to come by in London, so build yourself a micro-version in a glass container at this expert-led class. You’ll learn how to prepare, craft, and nurture your terrarium using natural materials — and you don’t have to worry about mowing it.

Nigerian sensation Burna Boy returns to London Stadium for a tour supporting last year's "I Told Them…" Last year, he welcomed special guests in London, so you never know what the " City Boys" singer has in store for this year's show.

Get crafty to celebrate Pride by making a zine at this hands-on workshop. The theme is LGBTQIA+ associations with ‘pride’ and is very much open to individual interpretations. You’ll get an envelope of cut-outs for collages and there’ll be creative exercises for inspiration.

Learn to repair broken ceramics in this workshop using the ancient Japanese art of kintsugi, which uses gold to fuse together smashed pottery pieces. It’s all about embracing the beauty of imperfection, and creating something new, cool, and shiny in the process.

Grab autographs from cult stars including Rupert Grint (Ron Weasley) and Denise Richards (from “Starship Troopers” and other blockbusters). There’ll also be talks from said stars, rare merch on sale, a gaming zone, and a dedicated "Star Wars" zone for Jedi junkies.

Taste dreamy Sicilian life without leaving London during a two-day celebration of a southern Italian seaside village. Feast on Sicilian food (including arancini and cannoli, of course), enjoy upbeat live music, and snap up sleek Italian goodies in shopping and craft tents.

If you want to learn salsa but don’t have months to spare, this intensive crash-course offers a solid grounding in the necessary fancy footwork. Experienced instructors will get you moving to the rhythms and speedily learning the fundamentals, even if you’re a complete beginner.

Have one of your dreams drawn in front of you by a professional artist, while a sleep scientist explores the dream at this live event. There’ll be audience discussion and quite possibly a few references to the work of psychoanalysis’s poster boy, Sigmund Freud.

Immerse yourself in nostalgic Beatlemania for an afternoon to mark 60 years (to the day) since iconic flick “A Hard Day’s Night” premiered. Guests with Fab Four stories and insights include BBC journalist Samira Ahmed, actor Laurence Rickard, and Beatles historian Mark Lewisohn.

Follow in the footsteps of "Wallace and Gromit" creator Nick Park at this workshop. An expert explains how to craft a storyboard and capture individual frames, leaving you with an animated masterpiece-in-the-making at the end of the class.

It’s fashionable as anything but still misunderstood, so de-cork the mystery of orange wine at this tasting. Sample four carefully selected glasses as a qualified wine pro explains all things orange. Plus, you get a discount on any bottles you purchase to take home.

The wildly popular US vegan festival lands in London, offering punters over 120 food and drink stalls and no meat, dairy, eggs, or honey in sight. Scoff ten free samples included in the ticket price before entertaining yourself with DJs and interactive art installations.

“Piano Sonata No. 14” is the way-more boring official name for Beethoven’s catchiest work, the undeniably moving “Moonlight Sonata.” Hear this and other classical, erm, classics performed in beautiful Bloomsbury Central Church, illuminated by candles to add to the escapism.

The popular US festival relaying premium reggae and related sounds lands in London for a long night (11pm-5am) of bassy business. Dancehall, Afrobeat, amapiano, and soca will also be on the agenda, and with a dress code that simply demands “vibes,” you know you’re in for a party.

Colourful polymer jewellery looks like it takes forever to make, but you can craft yourself a pair of chunky earrings and a pendant in just one day at this workshop. An artist guides you through the techniques, from cutting out slabs to baking your jewellery at the finale.

Have yourself a day in Mauritius without an eye-watering airfare at this one-day fest of live music, dance performances, street food, and liquid refreshments, all with a very Mauritian twist. Food-wise, look out for the country’s much-loved gajacks — small, fried chilli fritters.

It’s that time again. Get into the sporting spirit with 1,000 other fans at a screening of summer’s biggest footballing event. Kerb’s street food fuels the proceedings and you can expect an electric atmosphere, whether or not England reaches the final (spoiler: they won’t).

A day of unlimited ice cream and delicious live music might sound too good to be true, but Ben & Jerry's is bringing all of this (and more) to this festival at Chiswick House and Garden — and all proceeds benefit local charities supporting refugee rights.

Embark on a Voulez-Vous cruise during this ABBA-themed party that sails down the River Thames. Get on the boat, grab a drink, and boogie the night away.

Greek singer and winner of "Dream Show" headlines Troxy, backed by an expansive live band that brings his Greek-language pop songs to life in a historic venue.