Explore east London by setting off on an interactive treasure hunt, working your way towards the ultimate reward — a reduced bar bill at one of the area’s many great pubs. You’ll need to solve puzzles and crack codes to unlock clues, and you even get to learn some local history.

The subterranean arches of Leake Street provide a suitably moody setting for these artist-led graffiti masterclasses. You’ll learn to use a spray can on your own blank canvas, creating a ‘graffiti galaxy’ that you can take home. All the protective gear is supplied for you.

Get a lively workout at a dance class focusing on forró, an energetic style of Brazilian music. The sessions are based on high-intensity interval training (HIIT) techniques, so you're guaranteed a serious cardio boost alongside the infectious Brazilian rhythms.

It’s not just the subjects that are naked at this inclusive life drawing class — it’s the entertainers, too. Every session features models taking different short poses to test your sketching prowess, before a guest musician accompanies the action with a live, clothes-free set.

Party like it’s 1929 by learning the Charleston and other snappy vintage moves during these classes, led by a jazz dance expert. Complete beginners are welcome and there are also separate sessions available for those with experience in fancy footwork.

Show up to this talk to learn about the ways in which close relationships can influence your health — and gain some tips for building stronger relationships that will stand the test of time.

Let a cast of ace comics ease you into the weekend with an evening of premium laughs. This long-running night has hosted acts who’ve gone on to grace "Mock the Week," "8 Out of 10 Cats," "Never Mind the Buzzcocks," and Comedy Central, so you’ll be in safe (and funny) hands.

Give yourself some headspace at a series of classes that use arts and craft to improve mental health. The sessions are free (and materials are provided) and you’ll be learning how to create anything from plant hangers to dried flower pendants to magazine collages.

Take an aural voyage through deepest, darkest space via the sonic magic of Mystery Ensemble, which reinterprets Hans Zimmer’s atmospheric soundtrack to Christopher Nolan’s film. Adding to the spectacle are light installations around the venue, a beautiful 19th-century church.

Settle in for an evening of performances featuring magicians, hula hoop dancers, burlesque acts, and more, hosted just off Leicester Square.

Stop just drinking coffee and start learning all about the world’s most popular drink at Caravan Coffee’s knowledge-packed HQ. You’ll get brewing tips, tour the roastery, taste four different coffees in a guided session, and leave with a premium bag of beans.

Make the most of the summer (ok, autumn) by squeezing in an epic kayak trip along the Thames. The route takes you from Greenwich to Battersea, meaning you’ll paddle by some of London’s premium sights along the way, and you’ll be given guidance if you’re a kayaking newbie.

Learn how to sip and assess like a pro, as a professional beer sommelier leads a tasting of three beers produced using German brewing techniques. You’ll also tour the factory to discover the processes and ingredients involved in making all this delightful nectar.

Once you hit 30, staying up late all night at the club suddenly seems ... daunting! Thankfully, Club de Fromage translates their trademark pop dance parties for the daytime (and you must be over 30 to attend). Expect hits from Queen, Britney Spears, the Spice Girls, and more.

Buying gin? Laughably easy. Distilling gin, on the other hand, takes skills — the type you can acquire at a workshop led by craft gin-makers Mother’s Ruin. You’ll chop botanicals, you’ll seal stills with bread dough, and you’ll leave with your own personally labelled artisan gin.

Comedy, cabaret, dancing, prosecco, life-affirming lip-syncing... is there a more fun-packed Saturday night in east London? Not according to outrageous and fabulously costumed host Ms Ginger Phlappage. Get ready for ten maximum-fun performances and DJs spinning party tunes.

Unearth London’s hidden history, quite literally, as you comb the shores under the Millennium Bridge with experienced mudlarks, who’ll help you hunt out artefacts and oddities. Look out for pipes and pottery (almost guaranteed), maybe even coins or bones, and who knows what else…

LEGO lovers, this is one you’ve been building up to — a one-day festival celebrating everything related to those tiny, wonderful bricks. Be awestruck by speed-building competitions, gaze up at oversized models, and pick up rare and retired LEGO sets from dedicated traders.

A rare chance to get an eyeful of the floral wonders on display at beautiful Petersham House, swinging open its garden gate to raise funds for a charity tackling homelessness and food poverty. Enjoy the topiary and colourful blooms, as well as the accompanying free tea and cake.

Can’t make it to the Eras tour? Fear not, as this club night promises seven whole hours of back-to-back T-Swizzle tunes. Deep cuts and extended mixes are promised alongside all the faves and bangers, meaning that obsessive Swifties and casuals alike can get their fix.

Everybody wants to be a DJ and now’s your chance to fulfil that particular dream by heading to this three-hour masterclass. You’ll work on phrase mixing, matching sound levels, understanding EQ, looping, and tons more. Prepare to start soundtracking the party.

Find out what makes our feline friends tick from a man who knows more about it than most humans: Jon Bowen, a veterinary surgeon and lecturer on animal behaviour. Jon offers insights on life’s great cat quandaries, including their daytime jaunts and their diva-ish mood swings.

Recreating the songs of Canadian globe-conqueror The Weeknd is no mean feat, but if anyone can do it, it’s the Re:imagine orchestra. Hear these reworking magicians glide through huge, orchestral versions of hits including “The Hills,” “Wicked Games,” and other epics.

Experience the future of dance at this evening of neo-classical and contemporary dance performances, taking place throughout the Ministry of Sound club.

Keep it firmly unreal at the launch of this feel-good club night, featuring DJs spinning wall-to-wall gems traversing funk, soul, disco, and house. It’s led by party-starting DJ and multi-instrumentalist Aldwin Unreal, who’s worked with talents like Tony Allen and Ashley Slater.

If you fancy yourself as a modern-day Poirot or Miss Marple, hunt out a ticket to this conference celebrating the golden years of classic detective fiction. Talks and panels explore great literary sleuths, so sit back and enjoy. Just remember to suspect everyone and trust no-one.

Find out how to properly capture London’s urban sprawl on camera at this workshop. A professional photographer will lead a journey around the area, offering tips and techniques the whole way, before you head off on a solo venture to try out your new skills.

With spring arriving, take the chance to lose yourself for a few hours in a beautiful hidden garden, tucked-away behind a grand Georgian manor house in leafy Dulwich. The two acres house a rose garden, woodland walk, and beds growing all manner of fruits, vegetables and herbs.

Old-school garage DJs and MCs set the upbeat tone at this garden party in Hackney, which includes bottomless cocktails and access to food traders.

Marking 30 years since ground-breaking album “Ill Communication” and paying tribute to Beastie Boys founding member MCA, this fundraising event features turntablist DJ Woody performing a Beasties set, live graffiti, a Beastie Boys quiz, and other DJs spinning choice hip-hop.

Show up for brunch or simply to dance the afternoon away at his funky rooftop party, where you can show off a summer outfit and enjoy the skyline views.

This folk music festival might be in the heart of Deptford, but its setting in a beautiful garden makes it feel brilliantly like a remote, rural locale. As it’s programmed by the ace Nest Collective, expect authentic, intoxicating folk and roots sounds from across the globe.

Silent punk disco, anybody? This one-day festival boasts two DJs (one spinning classic punk cuts, the other playing pop-punk bangers) that you can switch between on a headset. It’s hosted at the Brewery Market bottle shop, so there’ll be local beers from Phantom Brewing Co.

A unique opportunity to cruise the Thames while grooving to undeniable dance floor anthems — all without disturbing a soul, thanks to the whole "silent disco" element. You’ll pass some of London’s most iconic sights and you get to pick your soundtrack from three DJ channels.

Sneakerheads, unite — at one of Europe’s leading sneaker events. Browse and buy from a dizzying selection of kicks, sourced by sneaker obsessives from around the globe. But it’s not just your feet that get treated, as there’ll also be similarly covetable streetwear for sale, too.

Watch certified national treasure Stephen Fry add cricket umpiring to his many talents at this celeb-drenched match at a community club. Hitting sixes and delivering googlies (AKA bowling) will be comedian Andy Zaltzman, sports journalist Kate Mason, and TV presenter Will Best.

Hear a one-off addition to “Things Fell Apart,” acclaimed journalist Jon Ronson’s new investigative podcast. Ronson takes a deep dive into conspiracy theories and the fascinating, bizarre stories connected to them, relaying the results in his engaging and entertaining style.

Get all literary to help Hachette Pride — an employee network of acclaimed publishing house Hachette — celebrate its LGBTQ+ authors. Two sure-to-be-engaging panel discussions with some of those authors explore weighty topics: ‘New Queer Voices’ and ‘Queering the Ages.’

Singer Natasa Theodoridou — one of Greece's biggest stars — headlines the beautiful Art Deco Troxy music hall, backed by her band.

Biking makes London so much nicer — until you get a puncture. Learn how to sort them and other repairs, plus what kit to take with you on a ride, seasonal bike checks, and much more — all imparted by a master mechanic and avid cyclist at a trusted bike shop.

Put some swing into your step at a monthly dance class that teaches jive ballroom-style dancing to all levels, from absolute beginners to hot-footed experts. Pick your class based on experience, learn some moves, then dance the night away afterwards to a DJ.

Head to South Bank for this party, where you'll hear only the biggest hits from Jason Derulo and Justin Bieber.

How do the songs of iconic French electronic duo Daft Punk sound when performed by an orchestra? Harder, better, faster, and stronger than you’d expect, actually, as you’ll witness when you hear the ever-creative Re:imagine ensemble break out da (orchestral) funk. Tres bon!

Celebrate the might and majesty of the spud across five global courses at this innovative, inviting supper club. We’re talking stuffed Peruvian croquettes, pani puri (Indian semolina shells with spiced spuds), and a potato-based dessert.

We use it every day, in some form, so it pays to spend time learning how to make your own soap at these expert-led workshops. You’ll use natural materials, including shea butter, and can experiment with colours and shapes to create your bespoke soapy masterpiece.

This free, eight-week course is designed to gently improve mindfulness through breathing, meditation, and smartphone photo walks around east London that can boost creativity. You don’t have to attend all of the sessions and can simply dip in and out.

Get some 17th-century kicks from a multi-layered Will Shakespeare comedy, with an air of tragedy mixed in. The thespian action takes place alfresco, in green and leafy St Peter’s Square, so bring a picnic and enjoy the play’s special fairytale twist, plus live swing music.

Get a glimpse at what may be the next big thing in fashion at this vast showcase, featuring work by over 3,000 graduates from universities across the UK. There’ll be 17 catwalk shows to dazzle, plus masterclasses hosted by big names, offering advice on breaking into the industry.

The charismatic author of “Kill Your Friends” takes to the stage to chat about his unarguably eventful life, discussing his stint in A&R for the music industry (and the accompanying wild times) and his transition to untamed, bestselling writer, accompanied by more wild times.

Find out what some of the UK’s most exciting rising filmmakers are creating at an evening of short films. All sorts of genres will be covered, tackled by rising independent directors and writers. The ticket price includes a free drink at the post-show networking.

A cultural historian looks back at the history of Marvel comics, long before heroes like Spider-Man and Black Panther arrived in cinemas. Join this talk to learn about Stan Lee and the state of the comic book industry.

Ditch flavourless, shop-bought herbal teas and learn to make your own direct from the source — your garden. You’ll find out what flora to plant to cultivate the best teas and how to brew them up into a refreshing, revitalising cuppa.

The annual London Pride Parade passes through sections of Westminster, central London’s bustling heart. Learn about historical links between the area and LGBTQ+ communities as an official City of Westminster tour guide explores both progressions made and persecutions endured.

The focused and friendly space for women to drink, discuss, and learn about wine returns for a third instalment, stretching the fun over two nights. Tickets include a generous six glasses of wine and a tutored tasting for each, plus a sharing platter dinner to line the stomach.

Learn as you sip four craft beers from Queer-owned breweries, while a co-host of the Switchblade Sisters Social Club podcast recalls true crime stories that have impacted LGBTQ+ communities, both negatively and positively.

What do you need to learn how to swing dance like a pro? Accompaniment from live swing bands blasting out hits from across the decades, of course. As well as live music and a wooden dance floor, these monthly classes feature tuition from Lindy Hop teachers and experts.

Kick back and laugh during a night of LGBTQIA+ stand-up comedy, guided by a team of expert side-splitters. Two excellent, razor-sharp comedians — Ania Magliano and Rhys Thorne — provide headline sets, with other talented names offering further funny business.

Give your brain a break from stressful tasks at this workshop, which promotes calm and wellbeing through painting. The latest event is themed around nature, so flora and fauna from gardens of all kind will be brought to life on the canvas, after introductory breathing exercises.

A stacked lineup of garage DJs and bottomless cocktails await at this rooftop brunch in Dalston, where you can choose dishes from a variety of food traders.

The esteemed author of modern classic “White Teeth” discusses her latest novel, “The Fraud,” which blends history (around a 19th-century criminal trial) with fiction, all portrayed with Smith’s unique flair. There’s also a chance to put your questions to her.

If maths lessons at school brought you out in a cold sweat, this enlightening and entertaining talk from mathematician and concert pianist Eugenia Cheng is the tonic you need. She’ll unlock complex concepts and explain how maths can help us better understand the world.

Find out why wine from England is no longer ridiculed by other nations by attending this all-encompassing tasting. Reds, whites, roses, and sparklings from around the country will be there, all to be sipped in the snazzy surrounds of Fortnum & Mason’s Food and Drink Studio.

Hear poppy, punky, rocky songwriter Eric Goulden — AKA Wreckless Eric — perform some songs in an intimate setting, as well as recounting the highs and lows of his time tearing up the music industry in the 1970s, as he chats about the reissue of his wild memoir.

A screening of 2014’s brilliant “Pride” — depicting the group of LGBTQIA+ activists who joined forces with a mining community in 1980s Wales — is always welcome, as the film has lost none of its impact over the years. Go see it, laugh, be uplifted, and process its messages.

From Afro house to Amapiano, the sounds of South Africa fill the air at this club night, featuring a lineup of top UK DJs.

If you thought fold-up bikes were only good for commuting, think again. This fast-paced and fun competition sees riders dash to unfold bikes before zooming(ish) around five laps of an urban track. It’s part of a cycling festival, meaning music, food, and vibes over a weekend.

Back in the 1940s, now-leafy west London suburb Acton boasted five cinemas, becoming a hotspot for movie fans at a time when the film industry was thriving. Hear the colourful history of these cinemas — which ranged from grandiose to ghastly — on a guided tour of the sites.

South African rapper Focalistic and singer MaWhoo are among the lineup of acts performing during this celebration of African and Caribbean culture.

Frank Ocean’s essential debut album, “Channel Orange,” isn’t short of powerful melodies, but hearing new life breathed into them by a live orchestra will surprise and delight both casual and hardcore fans. Tracks from the similarly ace follow up, “Blonde,” also feature.

Pedal through 22 seriously scenic kilometres at this event that champions cycling to reduce traffic pollution. The route covers green oases including Hampstead Heath, Primrose Hill, and Regent’s Park, as well as passing by partnering pubs and cafes for refuelling.

Nigerian sensation Burna Boy returns to London Stadium for a tour supporting last year's "I Told Them…" Last year, he welcomed special guests in London, so you never know what the " City Boys" singer has in store for this year's show.

Learn to repair broken ceramics in this workshop using the ancient Japanese art of kintsugi, which uses gold to fuse together smashed pottery pieces. It’s all about embracing the beauty of imperfection, and creating something new, cool, and shiny in the process.

The Marzamemi Festival at Old Deer Park brings a slice of Sicily to Richmond. Indulge in Italian eats, shop in the curated design tent, and enjoy two days of live music and DJs.

If you want to learn salsa but don’t have months to spare, this intensive crash-course offers a solid grounding in the necessary fancy footwork. Experienced instructors will get you moving to the rhythms and speedily learning the fundamentals, even if you’re a complete beginner.

“Piano Sonata No. 14” is the way-more boring official name for Beethoven’s catchiest work, the undeniably moving “Moonlight Sonata.” Hear this and other classical, erm, classics performed in beautiful Bloomsbury Central Church, illuminated by candles to add to the escapism.

A day of unlimited ice cream and delicious live music might sound too good to be true, but Ben & Jerry's is bringing all of this (and more) to this festival at Chiswick House and Garden — and all proceeds benefit local charities supporting refugee rights.