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Regent Street Christmas Lights - November to December 2013

When: November December

Area: Oxford Street, Central London

Price: Free

You shouldn't miss the Christmas lights around Regent Street and lining Oxford Street, all the way up to Marble Arch. Insider tip: take a stroll down Carnaby Street for some alternative festive decorations.

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The Chocolate Festival - 6th - 8th December 2013

When: December

Area: The South Bank Centre, Behind Royal Festival Hall

Price: Free

The Chocolate Festival returns to Southbank Centre for our 10th gastronomic celebration of all things chocolate and taste the delights of the world’s best chocolatiers.

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January Sales - 26th December 2013 - 31st January 2014

When: January December

Area: Knightsbridge, Oxford Street

Price: £10-£50

From the 26th of December forget Christmas presents, it's all about the bargains now! In London, the key areas to target for a Boxing day bargain hunt are Oxford Street, some of the major department stores and a couple of the big shopping malls (Selfridges, Harvey Nicks, Debenhams, Topshop and Primark). The sales carry right though January generally.

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New Year's Day Parade - 1st January 2014

When: January

Area: Trafalgar Square, Central London, Westminster

Price: Free

Bring 2013 in with style – and hopefully not too much of a headache – with this parade which starts off at The Ritz and ends up in Parliament Square, outside Big Ben.

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Tropical Extravaganza - 4th February to 4th March

When: February March

Area: Kew Gardens

Price: £13.90 for adults, £11.90 for concessions.

The Royal Botanic Gardens has some of the oldest orchids in the world and during this month long exotic plant extravaganza you can pretend you're in the tropics when really you're in Kew, just outside of London.

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St Patrick's Day Parade & Festival - 17th March 2014

When: March

Area: Trafalgar Square, Central London, Westminster

Price: Free

London's parade has floats from all 32 Irish counties, with street theatre along the route which starts at Green Park, close to Hyde Park Corner, travels around Piccadilly Circus, along Haymarket via Trafalgar Square to end at Whitehall. The main performance stage is in Trafalgar Square with live shows, music and dance, from midday.

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Easter Weekend - 18th April - 21st April 2014

When: April

Area: South London, Central London

Price: £10.50

A great time to visit with kids, lots of Easter Egg hunts and chocolate-related activities take place around the city - there's even an Easter head hunt at the London Bridge experience.

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The BNY Mellon Boat Race - 6th Apr 2014

When: April

Area: Putney, South West London

Price: Free

Every year Oxford and Cambridge universities take on each other in this famous boat race from Putney to Mortlake. Up to 250,000 people go to watch the race to cheer on the university rowing crews.

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Chelsea Art Fair - From 10th to 13th April 2014

When: April

Area: Chelsea Old Town Hall, Chelsea

Price: Free

The Chelsea Art Fair has been bringing quality contemporary and 20th-century art to London for 17 years. It includes a wide range of international exhibitors displaying contemporary and 20th Century art at a unique cultural event.

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London Book Fair - 8th - 10th April 2014

When: April

Area: Earls Court Exhibition Centre, Warwick Road, Earls Road

Price: Online registration costs £30 (a saving of £15 on the onsite costs).

Taking place every spring in the world’s premier publishing and cultural capital, it is a unique opportunity to hear from authors, enjoy the vibrant atmosphere and explore innovations shaping the publishing world of the future. The London Book Fair brings you direct access to customer, content and emerging markets.

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The London Marathon - April 2014 Exact dates to be confirmed

When: April

Area: South London, Greenwich, Central London

Price: Free to watch, £100 plus to register

We don't know how they do it but thousands of people run the 26.2 mile circuit from the outskirts of the city inwards. A good spot to cheer the runners on is on Tower Bridge but be warned, it can get crowded.

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St George's Day - 23rd of April 2014

When: April

Area: Central London, Trafalgar Square

Price: £0-£20

Look out for a St George's Day festival in Trafalgar Square as England celebrates its patron saint. St George took on the Dragon but you can enjoy food, drink and theatrical fun.

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Regent's Park Open Air Theatre - 16th May - 7th September 2013

When: May June July August September

Area: Camden, North London

Price: £10-£50

Regent's Park is beautiful in its own right - grass, sunshine and lazing around with London Zoo next door. But it gets even better when musicals and plays are staged there on balmy summer nights. Don't miss it.

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Wimbledon Tennis Tournament - From 24th of June to 7th of July 2013

When: June July

Area: Wimbledon, South West

Price: £0 - £4950

Wimbledon, also known as The Championships, is considered by many as the most prestigious tournament in the world. First held in 1877, the 2012 tournament from June 24 to July 7 marked the 127th edition.

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Notting Hill Carnival - 25th - 26th of August 2013

When: August

Area: Notting Hill, West London

Price: Free

This carnival takes place on the August Bank Holiday weekend and marks the last chance to party in the summer. Londoners loosen up - Caribbean food stalls, floats and impromptu dance floors everywhere.

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BBC Proms - 12th July to 7th September 2013

When: July August September

Area: Royal Albert Hall, West London

Price: £7.50 to £82.50. Season tickets are £190.

The world's greatest classical music festival. An eight-week summer season of daily orchestral classical music concerts, presented by the BBC.

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Thames Festival - 14th - 15th September 2013

When: September

Area: The Thames, South London

Price: Free

Live music, fireworks, food - everything you'd expect from a festival. And it's all free! And the two day event, run by the Mayor of London centres around London's famous river, the Thames

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London Design Festival - 14th - 22th September 2013

When: September

Area: Across London

Price: £11 – £7

Each September, London hosts the most thrilling and innovative design festival in the world. The London Design Festival will feature hundreds of events that take place across London, showcasing the city's pivotal role in global design.

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Open House London - 21th - 22th of September 2013

When: September

Area: Across London

Price: Free (registration is required)

This is a unique opportunity to get out and go under the skin of London’s amazing architecture, with over 700 buildings of all kinds opening their doors to everyone – all for free.

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Pearly Kings and Queens Harvest Festival 2013 - Exact dates to be confirmed

When: September

Area: St Paul’s Cathedral, Bank

Price: Free

Do you know that each London Borough has a King and Queen? Every year around 30 Pearly Families continue the tradition and celebrate this unique event. The festival starts at 1pm at Guildhall Yard with traditional entertainment before a parade to St Mary-le-Bow church for a harvest festival service at 3pm.

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London Restaurant Festival 2013 - Exact dates to be confirmed

When: October

Area: All over London

Price: Prices vary

The festival will comprise of two main elements: Events and Festival Menus and unlike other Festivals, the London Restaurant Festival is not a singular, one-location event for which a single ticket can be purchased. It is an umbrella festival under which a host of activity and individual events take place.

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London Cocktail Week

When: October

Area: All over London

Price: Prices vary

London Cocktail Week should be number one on your list of things to do during your stay in London next week. It is a unique celebration of our capital's unrivalled cocktail culture and will inspire, educate and unite cocktail lovers.

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BFI London Film Festival - 10th to 25th October 2013

When: October

Area: Central London, Leicester Square, Southbank

Price: £10-£50

One for film buffs, you can see documentaries, indie festival films and blockbusters-to-be in amongst the press and you can brag to all your friends about director Q&As and special, exclusive screenings.

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Turning on the Oxford Street Christmas Lights - November 2013

When: November

Area: Oxford St, West End, London

Price: Free

Experience the magical enchanting lights of Oxford Street, which are among the most famous in the world. A selection of guest stars will be invited to welcome the festive season.

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The London Jazz Festival - exact dates TBC

When: November

Area: Various locations, London

Price: Free - & other ticketed events

The London Jazz Festival (LJF) is a London-wide music festival held every November. Produced by Serious in association with BBC Radio 3, The London Jazz Festival is aiming to take jazz to a massive audience, in one of UK's landmark music events. Workshops, talks, masterclasses and films will provide opportunities for thousands of people to get involved. Exact dates are to be confirmed.

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Hyde Park Winter Wonderland

When: November December

Area: Hyde Park, London

Price: Free

It’s a fantastical world with the UK's largest outdoor Ice Rink. Christmas market, festive food Santa's Grotto Get your Winter Wonderland tickets early and pop along for some festive cheer. This runs from 24 November to 6th January, 2014. It is closed on Christmas day (how ironic).

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Bonfire Night Fireworks - 3rd-5th November 2013

When: November

Area: The Thames, Southbank

Price: Free

"Remember, remember the 5th of November: Gunpowder, treason and plot!” Discover the story of England’s most infamous traitor: Guy Fawkes. Look out for fireworks on the River Thames, Alexandra Palace and lots of back gardens plus bonfires and fairgrounds on Clapham Common. The celebration of November 5th is a must. Make sure you celebrate in style by watching the spectacular London fireworks! Best of all, London's Bonfire Night Fireworks London are absolutely free and most of the events will be on November 3rd and 4th.

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Christmas pudding race - 1st December, 2013

When: December

Area: Covent Garden Market

Price: Free

The Great Christmas Pudding Race 2013 in London Covent Garden is a unique and fun relay race where teams tackle quirky obstacles while carrying a Christmas pudding on a tray. Observers are welcome to cheer on the teams as they run frantically around Covent Garden London to raise money for Cancer Research UK. This year will be the 33nd annual race.

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The London International Horse show - 16th - 22nd December 2013

When: December

Area: Olympia Grand & National Halls, Olympia, London

Price: Entry fees apply - and free areas

Olympia The London International Horse Show 2013 is a perfect pre-Christmas treat for equine and canine lovers alike. The London horse show brings a week full of dressage steps, galloping and the always popular jumping events. In addition, there will also be a Shopping Village at Olympia The London International Horse Show, providing amazing Christmas gift opportunities.

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Taste of Christmas 6th - 8th December 2013

When: December

Area: ExCel London exhibition centre

Price: £12 - £75

Taste of Christmas 2013 in London ExCeL Exhibition Centre presents the UK's leading chefs as they demonstrate techniques for festive food preparation. Indulge in wine, cheese and chocolate during special tasting workshops at Taste of Christmas in London ExCeL Exhibition Centre.

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London International Mime Festival 2014

When: January

Area: The South Bank Centre, Barbican, Royal Opera House and Roundhouse

Price: Varius

First held in 1977, the London International Mime Festival brightens January with a cavalcade of innovative visual theatre across the captial.

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London Ice Sculpting Festival - 11th to 13th January 2014

When: January

Area: Canary Wharf

Price: Free

Creating magnificent sculptures from glistening blocks of ice, the Festival will feature teams from around the globe. The annual Festival is FREE and visitors have the chance to see highly talented sculptors from the UK, USA, France, Hungary, Bulgaria, Spain, Sweden, Netherlands, Latvia, Belgium and Portugal as they compete to be crowned the 2014 Champions.

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London Short Film Festival 2014

When: January

Area: London’s best independent cinemas and venues

Price: Various

Every year the Festival’s large and loyal audience flock to screenings and events, and this network has grown steadily over almost a decade. The London Short Film Festival, now in its 11th year, is recognised as the premiere UK showcase for cutting-edge UK independent film.

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London Art Fair - 15th to 19th January 2014

When: January

Area: Business Design Centre, Islington

Price: Varius

The Fair featured over 130 galleries presenting the great names of 20th century Modern British art and exceptional contemporary work.

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London Fashion Week 14th – 18th February 2014

When: February

Area: Central London

Price: £10-£15

London Fashion Week is the most creative and innovative event on the global fashion calendar. Its significance has been growing over the last few years, with strong attendance by press and buyers from around the world.

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Imagine: the annual children's literature festival (Exact dates to be confirmed)

When: February

Area: Southbank Centre

Price: Free

Enjoy free activities throughout the festival or just take in the atmosphere as children run the show! There are plenty of free activities to entertain children of all ages.

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Chinese New Year - 31st January 2014

When: January

Area: Trafalgar Square, Central London, Westminster

Price: Free

A parade, starting at Trafalgar Square every year, celebrate the Chinese New Year in central London. About 100 world-renowned acts, including singers, dancers and musicians, performed in the square to welcome in the Year of the Horse.

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Pancake Day London Races 7th February 2014

When: February

Area: Central London

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The tradition refers to the practice of the last night of eating richer, fatty foods before the ritual fasting of the Lenten season, which begins on Ash Wednesday and pancakes are perfect because they are a way to use up rich foods such as eggs, milk, and sugar. Celebrate at one of the many Pancake Day London races.

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Business Travel Show 4th-5th February 2014

When: February

Area: Earls Court

Price: Free

The Business Travel Show is Europe’s main exhibition and conference for corporate travel buyers, managers and bookers to source, learn and network. It brings together more than 6,000 professionals from across the European business travel community, helping them to build relationships, and share knowledge, experiences and best practice.

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TFM&A Technology for Marketing & Advertising Expo 25th - 26th February 2014

When: February

Area: Earls Court

Price: Free

TFM&A firmly remains the must-attend flagship industry event. TFM&A visitors include professionals from direct marketing, digital marketing, advertising, brand management, agencies, and publishing.

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Ecobuild 2014 - Exact dates to be confirmed

When: March

Area: ExCeL exhibition and conference centre, Earl's Court

Price: Free

Join Ecobuild and discover the future of the built environment. It is the world’s biggest event for sustainable design, construction and the built environment.

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E4 Udderbelly Festival - from 12th April to 14th July 2013

When: April May June July

Area: Southbank Centre

Price: £10-£30

The big upside-down purple cow is back for its 5th fantastic year, with a packed programme of comedy, circus and family shows, and one of the biggest outdoor bars in central London from 12 April - 14 July 2013.

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Museums at Night - From May 16th to Saturday May 18th 2013

When: May

Area: London

Price: Free

The annual campaign of 'Museums at Night' gives the unique opportunity to all visitors in London to enjoy some of London's finest museums, galleries and heritage sights at night. It is going to be a magical experience.

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London Literature Festival - From 20th May 2013 to 8th September 2013

When: May June July August September

Area: Southbank Centre

Price: £10-£50

Best-selling authors read from and discuss their work, including Barbara Kingsolver, Audrey Niffenegger, Lionel Shriver and William Dalrymple. This festival offers the sharpest contemporary writing in fiction, poetry, politics and art.

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Zoo Lates - every Friday night in June and July 2013

When: June July

Area: London Zoo

Price: £12 - £25.50

Join London's wildest night out. Every Friday night in June and July, London Zoo opens after hours and invites you to explore the wilds of the ultimate urban jungle.

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The Scoop at More London 2013

When: June July August

Area: London Bridge and Tower Bridge

Price: Free

The Scoop at More London is an outdoor sunken amphitheatre. Throughout the summer months it regularly hosts a variety of free events - from free films, free music and free theatre to local community events and activities.

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London Jewellery Week - 7/16 June, 2013

When: June

Area: Somerset House

Price: £0 - £50.00

Jewellery Week is a citywide celebration of London’s unique position in the world of jewellery design, production and retail. An incredible range of events and activities is being planned in venues across including collection launches, exhibitions, seminars and demonstrations.

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Regent Street Christmas Lights - November to December 2013

When: November December

Area: Oxford Street, Central London

Price: Free

You shouldn't miss the Christmas lights around Regent Street and lining Oxford Street, all the way up to Marble Arch. Insider tip: take a stroll down Carnaby Street for some alternative festive decorations.

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The Chocolate Festival - 6th - 8th December 2013

When: December

Area: The South Bank Centre, Behind Royal Festival Hall

Price: Free

The Chocolate Festival returns to Southbank Centre for our 10th gastronomic celebration of all things chocolate and taste the delights of the world’s best chocolatiers.

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January Sales - 26th December 2013 - 31st January 2014

When: January December

Area: Knightsbridge, Oxford Street

Price: £10-£50

From the 26th of December forget Christmas presents, it's all about the bargains now! In London, the key areas to target for a Boxing day bargain hunt are Oxford Street, some of the major department stores and a couple of the big shopping malls (Selfridges, Harvey Nicks, Debenhams, Topshop and Primark). The sales carry right though January generally.

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New Year's Day Parade - 1st January 2014

When: January

Area: Trafalgar Square, Central London, Westminster

Price: Free

Bring 2013 in with style – and hopefully not too much of a headache – with this parade which starts off at The Ritz and ends up in Parliament Square, outside Big Ben.

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Tropical Extravaganza - 4th February to 4th March

When: February March

Area: Kew Gardens

Price: £13.90 for adults, £11.90 for concessions.

The Royal Botanic Gardens has some of the oldest orchids in the world and during this month long exotic plant extravaganza you can pretend you're in the tropics when really you're in Kew, just outside of London.

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St Patrick's Day Parade & Festival - 17th March 2014

When: March

Area: Trafalgar Square, Central London, Westminster

Price: Free

London's parade has floats from all 32 Irish counties, with street theatre along the route which starts at Green Park, close to Hyde Park Corner, travels around Piccadilly Circus, along Haymarket via Trafalgar Square to end at Whitehall. The main performance stage is in Trafalgar Square with live shows, music and dance, from midday.

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Easter Weekend - 18th April - 21st April 2014

When: April

Area: South London, Central London

Price: £10.50

A great time to visit with kids, lots of Easter Egg hunts and chocolate-related activities take place around the city - there's even an Easter head hunt at the London Bridge experience.

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The BNY Mellon Boat Race - 6th Apr 2014

When: April

Area: Putney, South West London

Price: Free

Every year Oxford and Cambridge universities take on each other in this famous boat race from Putney to Mortlake. Up to 250,000 people go to watch the race to cheer on the university rowing crews.

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Chelsea Art Fair - From 10th to 13th April 2014

When: April

Area: Chelsea Old Town Hall, Chelsea

Price: Free

The Chelsea Art Fair has been bringing quality contemporary and 20th-century art to London for 17 years. It includes a wide range of international exhibitors displaying contemporary and 20th Century art at a unique cultural event.

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London Book Fair - 8th - 10th April 2014

When: April

Area: Earls Court Exhibition Centre, Warwick Road, Earls Road

Price: Online registration costs £30 (a saving of £15 on the onsite costs).

Taking place every spring in the world’s premier publishing and cultural capital, it is a unique opportunity to hear from authors, enjoy the vibrant atmosphere and explore innovations shaping the publishing world of the future. The London Book Fair brings you direct access to customer, content and emerging markets.

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The London Marathon - April 2014 Exact dates to be confirmed

When: April

Area: South London, Greenwich, Central London

Price: Free to watch, £100 plus to register

We don't know how they do it but thousands of people run the 26.2 mile circuit from the outskirts of the city inwards. A good spot to cheer the runners on is on Tower Bridge but be warned, it can get crowded.

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St George's Day - 23rd of April 2014

When: April

Area: Central London, Trafalgar Square

Price: £0-£20

Look out for a St George's Day festival in Trafalgar Square as England celebrates its patron saint. St George took on the Dragon but you can enjoy food, drink and theatrical fun.

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Regent's Park Open Air Theatre - 16th May - 7th September 2013

When: May June July August September

Area: Camden, North London

Price: £10-£50

Regent's Park is beautiful in its own right - grass, sunshine and lazing around with London Zoo next door. But it gets even better when musicals and plays are staged there on balmy summer nights. Don't miss it.

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Wimbledon Tennis Tournament - From 24th of June to 7th of July 2013

When: June July

Area: Wimbledon, South West

Price: £0 - £4950

Wimbledon, also known as The Championships, is considered by many as the most prestigious tournament in the world. First held in 1877, the 2012 tournament from June 24 to July 7 marked the 127th edition.

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Notting Hill Carnival - 25th - 26th of August 2013

When: August

Area: Notting Hill, West London

Price: Free

This carnival takes place on the August Bank Holiday weekend and marks the last chance to party in the summer. Londoners loosen up - Caribbean food stalls, floats and impromptu dance floors everywhere.

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BBC Proms - 12th July to 7th September 2013

When: July August September

Area: Royal Albert Hall, West London

Price: £7.50 to £82.50. Season tickets are £190.

The world's greatest classical music festival. An eight-week summer season of daily orchestral classical music concerts, presented by the BBC.

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Thames Festival - 14th - 15th September 2013

When: September

Area: The Thames, South London

Price: Free

Live music, fireworks, food - everything you'd expect from a festival. And it's all free! And the two day event, run by the Mayor of London centres around London's famous river, the Thames

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London Design Festival - 14th - 22th September 2013

When: September

Area: Across London

Price: £11 – £7

Each September, London hosts the most thrilling and innovative design festival in the world. The London Design Festival will feature hundreds of events that take place across London, showcasing the city's pivotal role in global design.

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Open House London - 21th - 22th of September 2013

When: September

Area: Across London

Price: Free (registration is required)

This is a unique opportunity to get out and go under the skin of London’s amazing architecture, with over 700 buildings of all kinds opening their doors to everyone – all for free.

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Festival

Pearly Kings and Queens Harvest Festival 2013 - Exact dates to be confirmed

When: September

Area: St Paul’s Cathedral, Bank

Price: Free

Do you know that each London Borough has a King and Queen? Every year around 30 Pearly Families continue the tradition and celebrate this unique event. The festival starts at 1pm at Guildhall Yard with traditional entertainment before a parade to St Mary-le-Bow church for a harvest festival service at 3pm.

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Eating and dining

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London Restaurant Festival 2013 - Exact dates to be confirmed

When: October

Area: All over London

Price: Prices vary

The festival will comprise of two main elements: Events and Festival Menus and unlike other Festivals, the London Restaurant Festival is not a singular, one-location event for which a single ticket can be purchased. It is an umbrella festival under which a host of activity and individual events take place.

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London Cocktail Week

When: October

Area: All over London

Price: Prices vary

London Cocktail Week should be number one on your list of things to do during your stay in London next week. It is a unique celebration of our capital's unrivalled cocktail culture and will inspire, educate and unite cocktail lovers.

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BFI London Film Festival - 10th to 25th October 2013

When: October

Area: Central London, Leicester Square, Southbank

Price: £10-£50

One for film buffs, you can see documentaries, indie festival films and blockbusters-to-be in amongst the press and you can brag to all your friends about director Q&As and special, exclusive screenings.

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Turning on the Oxford Street Christmas Lights - November 2013

When: November

Area: Oxford St, West End, London

Price: Free

Experience the magical enchanting lights of Oxford Street, which are among the most famous in the world. A selection of guest stars will be invited to welcome the festive season.

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The London Jazz Festival - exact dates TBC

When: November

Area: Various locations, London

Price: Free - & other ticketed events

The London Jazz Festival (LJF) is a London-wide music festival held every November. Produced by Serious in association with BBC Radio 3, The London Jazz Festival is aiming to take jazz to a massive audience, in one of UK's landmark music events. Workshops, talks, masterclasses and films will provide opportunities for thousands of people to get involved. Exact dates are to be confirmed.

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Romance

Hyde Park Winter Wonderland

When: November December

Area: Hyde Park, London

Price: Free

It’s a fantastical world with the UK's largest outdoor Ice Rink. Christmas market, festive food Santa's Grotto Get your Winter Wonderland tickets early and pop along for some festive cheer. This runs from 24 November to 6th January, 2014. It is closed on Christmas day (how ironic).

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Bonfire Night Fireworks - 3rd-5th November 2013

When: November

Area: The Thames, Southbank

Price: Free

"Remember, remember the 5th of November: Gunpowder, treason and plot!” Discover the story of England’s most infamous traitor: Guy Fawkes. Look out for fireworks on the River Thames, Alexandra Palace and lots of back gardens plus bonfires and fairgrounds on Clapham Common. The celebration of November 5th is a must. Make sure you celebrate in style by watching the spectacular London fireworks! Best of all, London's Bonfire Night Fireworks London are absolutely free and most of the events will be on November 3rd and 4th.

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Christmas pudding race - 1st December, 2013

When: December

Area: Covent Garden Market

Price: Free

The Great Christmas Pudding Race 2013 in London Covent Garden is a unique and fun relay race where teams tackle quirky obstacles while carrying a Christmas pudding on a tray. Observers are welcome to cheer on the teams as they run frantically around Covent Garden London to raise money for Cancer Research UK. This year will be the 33nd annual race.

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The London International Horse show - 16th - 22nd December 2013

When: December

Area: Olympia Grand & National Halls, Olympia, London

Price: Entry fees apply - and free areas

Olympia The London International Horse Show 2013 is a perfect pre-Christmas treat for equine and canine lovers alike. The London horse show brings a week full of dressage steps, galloping and the always popular jumping events. In addition, there will also be a Shopping Village at Olympia The London International Horse Show, providing amazing Christmas gift opportunities.

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Taste of Christmas 6th - 8th December 2013

When: December

Area: ExCel London exhibition centre

Price: £12 - £75

Taste of Christmas 2013 in London ExCeL Exhibition Centre presents the UK's leading chefs as they demonstrate techniques for festive food preparation. Indulge in wine, cheese and chocolate during special tasting workshops at Taste of Christmas in London ExCeL Exhibition Centre.

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London International Mime Festival 2014

When: January

Area: The South Bank Centre, Barbican, Royal Opera House and Roundhouse

Price: Varius

First held in 1977, the London International Mime Festival brightens January with a cavalcade of innovative visual theatre across the captial.

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London Ice Sculpting Festival - 11th to 13th January 2014

When: January

Area: Canary Wharf

Price: Free

Creating magnificent sculptures from glistening blocks of ice, the Festival will feature teams from around the globe. The annual Festival is FREE and visitors have the chance to see highly talented sculptors from the UK, USA, France, Hungary, Bulgaria, Spain, Sweden, Netherlands, Latvia, Belgium and Portugal as they compete to be crowned the 2014 Champions.

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London Short Film Festival 2014

When: January

Area: London’s best independent cinemas and venues

Price: Various

Every year the Festival’s large and loyal audience flock to screenings and events, and this network has grown steadily over almost a decade. The London Short Film Festival, now in its 11th year, is recognised as the premiere UK showcase for cutting-edge UK independent film.

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London Art Fair - 15th to 19th January 2014

When: January

Area: Business Design Centre, Islington

Price: Varius

The Fair featured over 130 galleries presenting the great names of 20th century Modern British art and exceptional contemporary work.

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London Fashion Week 14th – 18th February 2014

When: February

Area: Central London

Price: £10-£15

London Fashion Week is the most creative and innovative event on the global fashion calendar. Its significance has been growing over the last few years, with strong attendance by press and buyers from around the world.

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Imagine: the annual children's literature festival (Exact dates to be confirmed)

When: February

Area: Southbank Centre

Price: Free

Enjoy free activities throughout the festival or just take in the atmosphere as children run the show! There are plenty of free activities to entertain children of all ages.

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Chinese New Year - 31st January 2014

When: January

Area: Trafalgar Square, Central London, Westminster

Price: Free

A parade, starting at Trafalgar Square every year, celebrate the Chinese New Year in central London. About 100 world-renowned acts, including singers, dancers and musicians, performed in the square to welcome in the Year of the Horse.

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Pancake Day London Races 7th February 2014

When: February

Area: Central London

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The tradition refers to the practice of the last night of eating richer, fatty foods before the ritual fasting of the Lenten season, which begins on Ash Wednesday and pancakes are perfect because they are a way to use up rich foods such as eggs, milk, and sugar. Celebrate at one of the many Pancake Day London races.

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Business Travel Show 4th-5th February 2014

When: February

Area: Earls Court

Price: Free

The Business Travel Show is Europe’s main exhibition and conference for corporate travel buyers, managers and bookers to source, learn and network. It brings together more than 6,000 professionals from across the European business travel community, helping them to build relationships, and share knowledge, experiences and best practice.

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TFM&A Technology for Marketing & Advertising Expo 25th - 26th February 2014

When: February

Area: Earls Court

Price: Free

TFM&A firmly remains the must-attend flagship industry event. TFM&A visitors include professionals from direct marketing, digital marketing, advertising, brand management, agencies, and publishing.

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Ecobuild 2014 - Exact dates to be confirmed

When: March

Area: ExCeL exhibition and conference centre, Earl's Court

Price: Free

Join Ecobuild and discover the future of the built environment. It is the world’s biggest event for sustainable design, construction and the built environment.

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E4 Udderbelly Festival - from 12th April to 14th July 2013

When: April May June July

Area: Southbank Centre

Price: £10-£30

The big upside-down purple cow is back for its 5th fantastic year, with a packed programme of comedy, circus and family shows, and one of the biggest outdoor bars in central London from 12 April - 14 July 2013.

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Museums at Night - From May 16th to Saturday May 18th 2013

When: May

Area: London

Price: Free

The annual campaign of 'Museums at Night' gives the unique opportunity to all visitors in London to enjoy some of London's finest museums, galleries and heritage sights at night. It is going to be a magical experience.

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London Literature Festival - From 20th May 2013 to 8th September 2013

When: May June July August September

Area: Southbank Centre

Price: £10-£50

Best-selling authors read from and discuss their work, including Barbara Kingsolver, Audrey Niffenegger, Lionel Shriver and William Dalrymple. This festival offers the sharpest contemporary writing in fiction, poetry, politics and art.

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Zoo Lates - every Friday night in June and July 2013

When: June July

Area: London Zoo

Price: £12 - £25.50

Join London's wildest night out. Every Friday night in June and July, London Zoo opens after hours and invites you to explore the wilds of the ultimate urban jungle.

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The Scoop at More London 2013

When: June July August

Area: London Bridge and Tower Bridge

Price: Free

The Scoop at More London is an outdoor sunken amphitheatre. Throughout the summer months it regularly hosts a variety of free events - from free films, free music and free theatre to local community events and activities.

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London Jewellery Week - 7/16 June, 2013

When: June

Area: Somerset House

Price: £0 - £50.00

Jewellery Week is a citywide celebration of London’s unique position in the world of jewellery design, production and retail. An incredible range of events and activities is being planned in venues across including collection launches, exhibitions, seminars and demonstrations.

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