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This collaborative exhibition brings together the best of British and international designers at the Chelsea Harbour Design Centre and nearby showrooms. Usually around 100 exhibitors, many resident at the centre, use this event to launch their collections of furniture, wall coverings, and more.
Elliot Brown
One of the premier contemporary art festivals, the Frieze Art Fair enjoys visitors from all over the world. Not only a place to view extraordinary art, there are regularly sales from top artists. The Frieze Art Fair is more than an art show; it has developed into a glamorous event.
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Since 1993, London has been hosting its annual jazz festival in November, bringing together jazz enthusiasts and musicians from all over the globe. This is the perfect time to enjoy great music and learn about the history of jazz. The event takes place at several venues across London.
Kevin Hackert
Every New Year’s Eve the sky above the London Eye lights up in a spectacular display of fireworks. As Big Ben strikes midnight, people throng the site to witness this annual display. The city erupts in a symphony of color and sound, welcoming the new year in an explosive spectacle.
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The London International Mime Festival showcases the best of contemporary visual theater. Featuring mime, physical theater, circus, and puppetry, it celebrates creativity and storytelling without words, captivating audiences with boundary-pushing performances.
Yogendra Singh
London is a global fashion force. Home to John Galliano, Stella McCartney, Clements Ribiero and Ronit Zilkha, London leads the pack when it comes to eclectic style. New York may be sleek, Paris classic, Milan chic, and Tokyo super-trendy, but London mixes it all up to great effect.
Loz Flowers
Previously known as the London Lesbian & Gay Film Festival, BFI Flare attracts some of the best works of LGBT cinema. It also offers film aficionados an opportunity to meet the directors and actors, who often make appearances at interviews and screenings.
Julian Mason
The London Marathon's reputation as world leader in big city marathons has grown immeasurably since the first event in 1981. Each year, an estimated 40,000 runners invade the streets of London to participate in this increasingly popular event, which is sponsored by margarine company Flora.
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Slam Dunk Festival is an annual music festival that has become one of the most popular events on the UK music calendar. The festival features a diverse lineup of rock, punk, and alternative bands across multiple stages, catering to a wide range of musical tastes.
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Meltdown is an annual music event that is hosted by the Southbank Centre. A sonic odyssey where genres collide, showcasing avant-garde and mainstream brilliance. Each year, a new curator shapes the lineup, creating a dynamic experience that transcends boundaries.
Shep McAllister
The only Grand-Slam still played on grass, Wimbledon has 19 main courts, but Number One and Center Court are where to catch the major matches. This event draws thousands of visitors each year, including many celebrities keen to watch their favorite players.
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