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A night out in London

From DJs, films, late night exhibitions, concerts, inspiring talks, immersive performances, sleepovers, Museum Lates, lectures - there is plenty to do here in South Kensington in the evening.

V&A Lates

Last Friday of every month
6.30-10pm
V&A South Kensington
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An ever-changing, programme of live performances, fashion, film, installations, debates, special guests and DJs, with bars, food, and late-night exhibition openings.

Ciné Lumière for under 25's

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If you love cinema, and you’re 25 years old or under, Ciné Lumière For A Fiver is for you! Whether you want to see the latest releases or discover French classics, attend special Q&As or explore world cinema, enjoy discounted tickets with no booking fees.

Space Lates

6th March
6:30pm- 10pm
Science Museum
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Join the Museum as they look to the skies to satellites, space stations, the Moon and beyond.

Cirque du Soleil's Corteo

9th Jan - 2nd March 2025
11:30am, 1:30pm, 3:30pm, 5:30pm & 7:30pm
Royal Albert Hall
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To celebrate 40 years of dreaming the impossible, Cirque du Soleil return to the Royal Albert Hall in January 2025, with their most joyous and jubilant show, CORTEO.

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The Grand Sumo Tournament

15th - 19th Oct 2025
2:00pm & 7:30pm
Royal Albert Hall
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Just announced! Step into a world of ancient rituals, extraordinary strength, and rich tradition as Sumo wrestling, one of the world’s oldest sports, returns to the Royal Albert Hall.

Barbie The Movie: In Concert

5th March 2025
7:30pm
Royal Albert Hall
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Hey barbie! Dance the night away with Barbie The Movie: In Concert as part of the Royal Albert Hall's Films in Concert series.

Imperial Lates: Weird Science

6th Feb
6pm-9pm
Imperial College London
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Experience an evening of unexpected delights, with opportunities to play quantum classic computer games, make mysterious 4D maths jewellery, or view a mushroom ballet show.

Valentine's at the Museum

14th Feb
6:45pm- 10:20pm
Natural History Museum
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Calling all love bugs, solitary bees, flocks of friends and significant otters! Join the museum after hours to explore all things love and relationships in the natural world.

Valentine's Silent Disco

13th Feb
9pm - 12am
Natural History Museum
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Fall in love with the natural world this Valentine's Day. Join the museum after hours for a special Valentine's Silent Disco.

Drink and Draw: Life Drawing with 2B or Not 2B Collective

5th Feb
7pm-9pm
Leighton House and Sambourne House Museum
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Spend a fun and creative evening of life drawing with 2B Or Not 2B in the unique setting of Frederic, Lord Leighton's studio. Learn to draw with the support of guided tutoring, and build your confidence.

Under 30s ticket offers

Royal Albert Hall
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The Royal Albert Hall are launching a brand new ticket scheme for audience members aged 30 and under. If you're aged 30 or under, you can access £20 tickets for some of their amazing concerts!

Gladiator in Concert

26th-27th April
Various times
Royal Albert Hall
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Presented in association with CineConcerts, sword-and-sandals epic Gladiator returns to the Royal Albert Hall for a special 25th anniversary screening with live orchestra.

Olivier Awards 2025

6th April
5:45pm
Royal Albert Hall
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The Olivier Awards 2025 with Mastercard returns to the majestic Royal Albert Hall with unique performances from the best new shows, a dazzling array of the biggest and brightest stars and plenty of surprises.

A Musical Journey through Maqam

27th Feb
7pm - 8:30pm
Leighton House and Sambourne House Museum
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Join this special musical journey with master of the oud Ahmed Mukhtar and the Taqasim Music School and Foundation. Explore the distinct sound, mood, feeling and energy of Arabic music,

Astronights

Dates and times vary
Science Museum
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If your child has ever wanted to explore the museum after dark, or if the idea of spending the night in one an iconic galleries fills them with excitement, then they’ll love Astronights, a sleepover at the Museum!

State of Clay

20th Feb
7pm - 9pm
The Royal Society of Sculptors
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A pottery workshop that will be led by London-based ceramicist Fay de Winter. Participants will have the opportunity to experience a session throwing miniature porcelain ceramic works on a specialist small wheel, decorated with coloured slips.