Check out the must-see events this month.

🌻🌸 What's Happening in London: May Edition🌸🌻

May in London is a time of blossoming gardens, exciting festivals, and vibrant cultural events. The weather is warming up, and the city is buzzing with activities, from world-class theatre shows to outdoor celebrations. Here’s your guide to some of the best events happening this month!

🎉 May Highlights

●     ☕ London Coffee Festival – A celebration of all things coffee! Expect tastings, live demonstrations, and more. 📅 May 15–18 @ The Truman Brewery. Grab tickets here

●     🎬 Summer Screens Outdoor Movies – Canary Wharf brings you free outdoor cinema on May 27 and beyond. Make sure to check the website for movie details and timings. More Information here.

●     🎈 Balloon Regatta – Watch the skies come alive at The Balloon Regatta on May 11, featuring beautiful hot air balloons floating over London’s skyline. More Information here

●     🍴 Pub in the Park – Get your fill of good food, top gastropubs, and live music at Gunnersbury Park from May 30–June 1. Enjoy award-winning chefs, fantastic food stalls, and live performances. Grab your tickets & more information here

●     🏍️ British Grand Prix MotoGP – Experience the pinnacle of motorcycle racing at Silverstone. 📅 May 23–25. Just a 30-minute train ride from London! More information here

●     🎯 Premier League Darts Play-offs – Watch the best in darts, including Luke Littler, Michael van Gerwen, and Luke Humphries compete at The O2. 📅 May 29. Grab your tickets here

💡 Lights, Art & Immersion

●     🦋 The Butterfly Trail @ Outernet London – A beautiful outdoor exhibition, where you can explore life-size butterfly sculptures scattered across the city.  📅 All month.  For more information, visit their website here.

●     🛠️ London Craft Week – Celebrate craftsmanship and design with exhibitions, workshops, and immersive events showcasing the finest in British and international craftsmanship. 📅 May 12–18. For more information, visit their website here.

●     🎨 Affordable Art Fair: Hampstead Edition – Head to Hampstead Heath to explore over 100 UK and international galleries, showcasing a range of artworks. 📅 May 7–11.  For more information, visit their page.

🎶 Concert & Festival Scene

London’s live music scene is packed this May, from big acts to exciting performances across the city. Book early via verified sellers like Ticketmaster, AXS, Twickets, or official venue websites:

●     🎧 Chase & Status – May 3 @ The O2

●     👑 User – May 6 & 7 @ The O2

●     😂 Kevin Hart – May 9 @ Royal Albert Hall

●     🎤 Movado – May 10 @ The O2

●     🎸 Twenty One Pilots – May 13 & 14 @ The O2

●     🎶 Bryan Adams – May 15 @ The O2

●     🤣 Russell Peters – May 17 @ OVO Arena Wembley

●     🎷 Olly Murs – May 17 @ The O2

●     🎹 Olly Murs – May 18 @ OVO Arena Wembley

●     🎧 Tyler, The Creator – May 19, 21 & 22 @ The O2

●     🎼 Tate McRae – May 20 @ The O2

●     🎻 The Lumineers – May 24 @ The O2

🎭 Theatre & Film

Catch some of London’s hottest theatre shows running throughout May. From timeless classics to new productions, there’s something for everyone:

●     🎩 The Great Gatsby @ London Coliseum

●     🌞 Shucked @ Regent's Park Open Air Theatre – May 10 onwards

●     💖 Mean Girls @ Trafalgar Theatre

●     🎪 The Greatest Showman: The Musical @ The Royal Albert Hall

●     🎭 The Phantom of the Opera @ Her Majesty’s Theatre

●     👠 The Devil Wears Prada @ Dominion Theatre

●     ⚡ Stranger Things: The First Shadow @ Wyndham’s Theatre

●     📚 Matilda @ Cambridge Theatre

●     🎤 MJ the Musical @ Prince Edward Theatre

●     🦁 The Lion King @ Lyceum Theatre

●     💚 Wicked @ Apollo Victoria Theatre

⚽ London’s Big Football Battles

Catch these exciting football matches in London this May. Whether you're at the stadium or watching from your favourite pub, it’s sure to be a thrilling month of football action! 🍻

●     🏆 Men's FA Cup Final – May 17 @ Wembley Stadium  Watch the two best teams in England compete to lift the historic FA Cup beneath Wembley’s arch.

●     🏆 Women's FA Cup Final – May 18 @ Wembley Stadium  Be amazed as England's top female footballers battle for the title at Wembley.

●     ⚽ Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) vs. Arsenal – May 7 @ Parc des Princes

●     ⚽ Liverpool vs. Arsenal – May 11 @ Anfield

●     ⚽ Manchester United vs. West Ham – May 11 @ Old Trafford

●     ⚽ Chelsea vs. Manchester United – May 16 @ Stamford Bridge

🏡 Res Life Events

Spring has arrived on campus, and the Res Life team has a jam-packed schedule of events to keep you active, social, and engaged this month:

●     🌸 Canal Calm Down – May 16 & May 23. Relax by the canal with calming activities.

●     💪 Grind & Unwind – May 8 & May 22. Enjoy a refreshing evening after studying, featuring productivity hacks and relaxation.

●     🍕 Beer & Pizza – May 9 & May 2. Grab a drink and slice with your friends at Canalside.

●     🌷 A Blooming Afternoon – May 22. Create your own floral arrangement at Residences Reception

●     🎨 Sip & Paint – May 29. Unleash your creativity with a fun and relaxing painting session