January

New Year's Day Parade

Both Londoners and tourists line the streets as over 10,000 participants’ follower the Lord Mayor of the city of Westminster on this quite spectacular two-mile parade. For more information click here

February

Chinese New Year

Heralding rebirth after winter, London marks China’s traditional celebration with firecrackers, music, bustling street markets, drums and paper dragons. For more information on the various events held across London click here.

Holiday & Travel Show

The United Kingdom’s largest consumer travel and holiday show unfolds at Earls Court, presenting thousands of destinations for short or long-haul trips. For more information on this exhibition click here.

March

Oxford and Cambridge Boat Race

Teams from both Oxford and Cambridge race along a 4.25 mile stretch of the Thames River, between Putney Bridge and Mortlake. For more information on this great race in London click here.

Whisky Live London

Whisky Live London is the whisky event that is not to be missed, to every type of whiskey lover with expert advice, tastings, live music, and regular nose-off competitions. For more information on this usual event, click here.

April

 The London Marathon

About 30,000 runners line up to take on a 26-mile course that stretches from Greenwich Park to the Buckingham Palace Mall, with a continuous line of live bands entertainment and thousands of cheering fans. For more information on this great city Marathon, click here.

Royal Wedding

Take a trip to Westminster abbey on the 29th of April to witness history the making when Prince William and Kate Middleton celebrate their wedding. Book your room in one our many hotels today to avoid disappointment

May

Chelsea Flower Show

The Chelsea Flower Show, displays plants and flowers for all seasons from over 600 exhibitors. The show has been, held annually since 1913 and tickets always sell out fast. For more information on this sell out exhibition, click here now.

Kensington Dollshouse Festival

The Kensington Dollshouse Festival formerly the London Dollshouse was founded in 1985 and has become the top international show for quality dolls' houses, miniatures & models. For more information, click here.

June

All England Lawn Tennis & Croquet Club

These annual competitions are held in Wimbledon during June and July. For information on Booking your seats for the All England Lawn Tennis & Croquet Club competitions, click here.

Epsom Derby Stakes

The Epsom Derby Stakes, is one the most popular events in British horse racing, click here to book your tickets at the Epsom Downs Racecourse.

July

Great British Beer Festival

Often stretching into August, this festival features over 400 varieties of beer and some assorted food stalls. For more information, on this great suds festival just click here.

August

Notting Hill Carnival

Caribbean rhythms arrive in West London, with steel drums, floats, colourfully attired dancers, rap, reggae and Red Stripe beer. For more information on this cultural wonder, click here.

September

Chelsea Antiques Fair

Running for more than a week, the Chelsea Antiques fair is known for having something for all budgets. For more information, click here.

Thames Festival

Celebrating London’s life source, the Thames, this is the largest open air arts festival provideing free exhibitions for the arts, accompanied by fireworks, treasure hunts and a torch-lit procession with illuminated floats. For more information, click here.

October

London Film Festival

The festival annually screens over 300 feature films, documentaries, and shorts from over 50 countries around the world. For more information on this entertaining festival, click here.

November

Christmas Lighting Ceremonies

Following mid-November, London comes alive  with Christmas lights, especially on Bond Street, St. Christopher’s Place, Regent Street, and Covent Garden Market, all celebrating the lighting of Christmas ornamentation. For more information on the various lighting ceremonies call (020) 7234-5800.

December

Christmas Tree

Each year the people of Norway give the people of Britain a fir tree as a token of gratitude to British that helped during World War II. The tree is placed and lighted in Trafalgar Square, with concerts scheduled at intervals. Click here for more information on the ceremony.

Boxing Day Sale Celebrations

Shopaholics the world over will agree that the sales beginning the day after Christmas are not to be missed. You will find bargains galore not only in the West End, but all over London.