This London summer is turning out to be one for the history books. With record-breaking temperatures, endless warm evenings and spritzs seemingly on tap, it’s safe to say, so far it’s been pretty heavenly. The good news is that we have at least a month left of the season and the even better news is that we’ve sourced all the best events, openings and escapes so you can make the most of it. Here's what's on in London this August.
What’s on in London in August
Words by
Clara Taylor
30th July 2026
Your edit of what’s on in London this month, plus a couple of excuses to leave the city.
LUCA Launches New Menu
Taglierini of Cornish lobster. ©LUCA.
This month, one of our favourite Michelin-starred Italian restaurants in London, LUCA, is launching a new three-course menu to celebrate its 10th birthday. Written by Robert Chambers, it’ll feature the restaurant’s iconic parmesan fries (which have been on the menu since day one), a Ligurian bull’s heart served with tomatoes, grilled yellow peaches, stracciatella and black olives, followed by tagliarini with Cornish lobster and a caramelised lemon tart with fennel ice cream.
To try LUCA’s 10th anniversary menu, book through luca.restaurant
Yoga at Aviary Rooftop Restaurant & Terrace
Yoga at The Aviary.
For a spot of wellness in between all the BBQs and summer parties, the Aviary Rooftop Restaurant & Terrace is hosting yoga sessions every Sunday in August. In partnership with influencer and instructor Emily Mouu, each session will take place against a backdrop of London’s skyline and help participants stretch, strengthen and revitalise. From there, it’s just a short walk to brunch where you can choose from all the classics – everything from American pancakes to smoked salmon bagels.
Book your ticket at eventbrite.com
Willett’s Hour at The Cadogan, A Belmond Hotel – Chelsea
Willet's Hour at The Cadogan. ©Belmond.
If you didn’t know, Saturday 8th August is World Oyster Day, so for those who celebrate, The Cadogan, A Belmond Hotel in Chelsea has you covered. Head to Willett’s for Willett’s Hour, where you can tuck into oysters and signature cocktails. Named after the daylight-saving pioneer who once lived in the building - William Willett – the restaurant focuses on seasonal cooking, thoughtful sourcing and a relaxed, all-day format.
Find out more about Willet’s Hour at belmond.com
Cate Blanchett Stars in Electra/Persona at The National
Cate Blanchett will be treading the boards in London once more with her upcoming performance in Electra/ Persona. Staged at The National, the play fuses the ancient Greek classic Electra with Ingmar Bergman’s 1966 Persona myth in a powerful exploration of identity. Given Blanchett’s history in the theatre – she and her husband previously ran the Sydney Theatre Company – as well as the two Oscars in her locker, it certainly will be one not to miss.
Secure your tickets at nationaltheatre.org.uk
We Out Here Festival
Beat Hotel will be at WE OUT HERE this August. ©Marc Sethi.
British summer is synonymous with festivals, and as it’s a fallow year for Glastonbury, you may well have a muddy-welly shaped hole in your plans. To fill the void, Beat’s Hotel is making its debut at We Out Here, where it’ll be transforming a corner of the festival into a Mexican- -inspired mezcal bar and music venue, soundtracked by the likes of Alex Kassian, Coco Maria, Ruby Savage, Prosumer, Make A Dance, Paula Tape and more.
We Out Here is on from 20th – 23rd August at weoutherefestival.com
The South London Wine Fair
The Crystal Palace Wine Club's South London Wine Fair returns this August.
North London may have a higher concentration of wine bars, but South London now has a whole wine fair. Coming to Crystal Palace Park on 22nd August, attendees will be able to taste over 100 wines and meet with importers and winemakers from all over the world. Upon arrival, you receive a glass that allows you to sample any wine from the 20+ exhibitors ranging in style from classic to natural. The event is spearheaded by the Crystal Palace Wine Club, a new wine bar and cheese shop, where your fair wristband entitles you to 50% off a glass of house wine.
Find out more at southlondonwinefair.co.uk
Elemental Retreat at Ynyshir
Ynshir Elemental Retreat. ©Joshua Greenwood.
Oftentimes, the issue with wellness retreats is that the food isn’t up to scratch. But fortunately, in the case of Ynyshir, host of the Elemental Retreat, Gareth Ward’s acclaimed cooking ensures that nourishing your body doesn't mean compromising on exceptional dining. This will be complemented with a comprehensive programme of ice baths, sauna, breathwork, guided walks, foraging, bushcraft and knife-making in rural Wales – the perfect way to spend the bank holiday.
Secure your spot at ynyshir.co.uk
