The best things to do in London this weekend from ‘best new restaurant’ to clown festival

There are few things better than a sunny weekend in London. As the sun continues to shine, there are a myriad of activities on for you to take advantage of.

In the best city in the world, it can be hard to know what to do. There always seems to be hundreds of events on, with everything from music to food and niche gigs.

Here at MyLondon, we’ve gathered the best events on this weekend. There are free events, theatre shows, and one of London’s best restaurants all waiting to be explored.

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Visit London’s best new restaurant

If you just want a chilled-out weekend with some great food, check out London’s best new restaurant. Harvest earned five stars from our reviewer and a mention in CN Traveller, and their set menu is only £20.

Where: 68 Chamberlayne Rd, London NW10 3JJ

Cuddle For Good

If you’re in need of some serotonin, The Cuddle Club is hosting a special event in collaboration with Shake Shack. Cuddle For Good has lots of dogs craving cuddles, and participants are invited to bring their own pups too.

Shake Shack is handing out free Dog Biscuits and Poochinis, while humans get free fries and frozen custard. Tickets are free, but booking is required. For more information and tickets, click here.

Where: Clapham Common, Windmill Dr London SW4 9DE

When: Saturday, June 17 from 1pm to 3pm

London Clown Festival

The London Clown Festival is back in town, and it’s exactly what it says on the tin. After BGT winner Viggo Venn performs on Friday, the weekend continues to be packed with certified Funny Guys. For more information and tickets, click here.

Where: Soho Theatre, 21 Dean St, London W1D 3NE

When: Friday, June 16 and Saturday, June 17

Celebrate Father’s Day

In case you’d missed it, it’s Father’s Day this Sunday. It’s the perfect occasion to treat your dad to a nice meal out, and we’ve compiled a whole list of places offering special menus here. If your dad’s more of a gig guy, you can see concerts and comedy here.

Taste of London

The city’s best food festival is back in town. At Taste of London, you can sample bites from your favourite restaurants, discover artisan producers, enrich your foodie knowledge at masterclasses, and enjoy live entertainment.

Some of the restaurants joining the line-up include Soeul Bird, Joia, Jam Delish, Bar Kroketa, Hoppers, Roti King, Treats Club, Santo Remedio, and Francesco Mazzei. And if that wasn’t enough you can take home treats from Pierre Marcolini, Godminster, Ooni, Doughnut Time, and Blondies Kitchen. For more information and tickets, click here.

Where: Regent’s Park

When: June 14 to 18

National Theatre’s River Stage

Every year, the National Theatre hosts their free River Stage event. The Southbank event will have a variety of performances, and this weekend the James Cousins Company is performing.

Drawing on their hit immersive production We Are As Gods, they’ll combine dance and workshops by the UK’s top dancers and singers. Choreography will range from contemporary to salsa and tap, to line dancing and beloved pop routines. For more information, click here.

Where: South Bank

When: Saturday June 17 from 12.15pm to 11pm, and Sunday June 18 from 12.50pm to 5pm

West End Live

This weekend gives you the chance to see the West End’s top performers live for free. The cast of the city’s top musicals from Frozen to Hamilton and Wicked take to the stage as they perform medleys. Entry is on a first come first served basis, so get there quickly! For more information, click here.

Where: Trafalgar Square

When: Saturday, June 17 from 11am to 5pm, and Sunday, June 18 from 12pm to 5pm

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