London in Autumn
Golden colour and charm
Lingering light, lengthening shadows and a crisp note in the air. Did someone order autumn? London at this time of year is a veritable show-off, flirting all day with its copper-coloured trees and enchantingly contrary temperatures. When not kicking through the leaves in the royal parks (essential autumnal behaviour) or noting how flattering the light is (you look gorgeous in that selfie), the capital has plenty to pique your interest. And as always, The Goring’s Concierge is on hand with help, advice and ticket wizardry.
London Fashion Week
18 to 22 September
Sunglasses and pouts at the ready – it is London Fashion Week and the greatest names in couture will be setting the catwalks alight with their collections for Spring/Summer 2026.
London Designer Festival
13 to 21 September
Build it and they will come. As one of the world’s epicentres for creativity, the capital celebrates masters of their craft with the London Design Festival. An unmissable opportunity to explore some of the stars of the design world.
Frieze Art Fair
15 to 19 October
You know what you need? More art. Set in the magnificent grounds of Regent’s Park, Frieze Art Fair has become one of the most important events in London’s cultural calendar. With a focus on contemporary works from the most exciting living artists, this year’s fair has been given a makeover to highlight each curated section.
Battersea Park Fireworks
1 to 2 November
When Guy Fawkes failed to blow up Parliament in 1605, people celebrated by lighting bonfires. Everyone enjoyed themselves so much that we’re still doing it 400 years later. Battersea Park (handily surrounded by restaurants and bars) has become legendary for its sensational firework display and it would be wrong for you to miss it.
Hamilton
Throughout autumn
The story of one of America’s founding fathers has become something of a global phenomenon. An homage to both classic musicals and rap, this glorious production is nothing short of breathtaking. A hop, skip and a jump from The Goring at the Victoria Palace Theatre.
The Phantom of the Opera
Throughout autumn
The Phantom of the Opera is here…inside your mind. And yet, he’s also at Her Majesty’s Theatre in the Haymarket, swinging triumphantly from an enormous chandelier when he’s not trying to impress Christine with his boating skills. Enthralling.
Wicked
Throughout autumn
You know the story of The Wizard of Oz – but did you know the rival witches used to be college roommates? Wicked is the monster-hit prequel the world has gone mad for and with the second film due out at the end of the year, it has never been a better time to see the original stage production (handily round the corner from The Goring at the Apollo Victoria).
Secret London Walking Tour
Throughout autumn
London is positively crammed with stories – and the Secret London Walking Tour takes you away from the busy tourist spots to give you a fascinating insight into its Elizabethan streets, hidden curiosities and famous residents throughout the ages. An intriguing version of London you might otherwise never know was there…
Jack the Ripper
Throughout autumn
It’s true. We still don’t know who he was and that’s why we can’t let it go. Jack the Ripper terrorised Victorian London in 1888 and his mystery looms large to this day. Follow the shocking stories of his murder victims and suspected perpetrators at the world’s only dedicated Jack the Ripper museum, which is particularly thrilling if you visit over Halloween.
EFG London Jazz Festival
14 to 23 November
Jazz fanatics, come closer. That is the siren call of a double bass and you must follow it to the London Jazz Festival – a melange of live performances, collaborations and exceptional talent from the brightest lights of the jazz world hosted at venues across the city. Nice.
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