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.

Renowned composer and film director Hitonari Tsuji joins forces with equally acclaimed guitarist Hidè Takemoto for a night of epic Japanese music. Hearing Tsuji’s cinematic leanings complement Takemoto’s genre-hopping, fingerstyle wanderings should be a treat.

Ceilidhs (lively group dances, traditional in Scotland and Ireland) aren’t just for Burns Night and New Year, people. Go do a jig at a great London brewery, soundtracked by the excellent Sassenachs Ceilidh Band and led by a caller, who supplies instructions on all the dances.

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.

Celebrate Earth Day at a free mini-festival, filling King’s Cross with sustainably minded entertainment and workshops. Check upcycled creations from sustainable fashion brands, fix stuff at a repair cafe, view sustainable transport innovations, and soak up live global music.

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.

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.

Get your weekend off to a solid start with 60 minutes of bottomless rum punch, food traders to grab brunch from, and UK garage aces providing tunes. Noughties duo Sweet Female Attitude (they of the anthemic “Flowers”) will be performing and Matt Jam Lamont will be on DJ duties.

Eat, drink, dance, and eat some more at this party with a purpose, which launches eight refugee-led food businesses, each serving up newly created dishes showcasing global roots. It’s hosted at Gipsy Hill Brewery (ensuring the presence of great pints) and there’s live music.

Sample creative concoctions from a new menu at the seriously sleek Perception cocktail bar, nestled within the W London hotel. Experienced mixologists will give you a crash course in cocktail flavours and preparation before you sample the goods.

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.

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.

“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 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.

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.

BBC Radio 6 Music presenter and lover of thumping electronic tunes Nemone joins half of hip hop DJ duo The Nextmen for a night of infectious beats and bass at stylish coworking spot and events space Kindred. The music will be on point and so will the cocktails.

The club night that champions the new wave of pop returns to salute the mighty icon that is Olivia Rodrigo. As well as faves like “Deja Vu” and “Drivers License,” there’ll be hits aplenty from aligned artists like Taylor Swift, Tate McRae, and Harry Styles.

“Rave ’til your bow falls off” — the tagline to this event — says it all, really. Go salute the pinnacle of cute on the dancefloor of this party, which also features a balloon wall, glitter station, free lollipops and glow sticks, and drinks themed around Sanrio’s famous feline.

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.

If you've ever wanted to try your hand at throwing clay on a wheel, head to this pottery introduction session and get creative. After a demonstration, you'll hand-sculpt a pot using coiling techniques and a potter's wheel, before your masterpiece gets glazed for pickup later.

Prepare to have your mind blown as you learn to make bouquets of colourful mushrooms using masking tape, wire, and paint. Best of all, the simple and smart techniques you’ll acquire can be harnessed to manipulate tape into other amazing decorations you’ll want to display at home.

Gingerline's unforgettable dining experience returns to London, welcoming guests into an immersive space (in a top-secret location) for a four-course meal with an aeronautical theme.

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.

Sundays don’t need to be boring. And they won’t be if you head to this weekly club night that’s positively pulsing with soul, reggae, disco, rare groove, and lovers’ rock. The party atmosphere is further lifted by a rum punch happy hour from 8-9pm, accompanied by Caribbean food.

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.

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.

Despite the name, BoxingYoga isn’t about learning to wallop someone when you’re in downward dog. Instead, these performance-driven yoga classes use elements of boxing training to build strength and muscle alongside traditional yoga moves. And no, you don’t have to wear gloves.

From punk pioneer to corset-reworker to climate activist, Vivienne Westwood had a more eventful life than most. Hear about her many greatest hits tonight, as a lecturer on the history of fashion gives a talk on Westwood's life and work, sure to be as entertaining as Viv herself.

Want to try life drawing but don't know where to start? These chilled-out classes are the ideal introduction. Equipment such as pencils and charcoals are provided, and the focus is firmly on having fun, whether you’re an experienced artist or a first-time sketcher.

The fabulous, fermented Korean staple is everywhere these days, but preparing perfect kimchi isn’t easy. Discover how to make your own — from scratch — at this class, and prepare to start feverishly reaching for that ferment jar at every opportunity, whether it’s mealtime or not.

Modern dating is already funny. Love Quest amps up the absurdity by blindfolding singles onstage while a comedian leads them on a series of games and challenges to find true love, sight unseen. Stick around after the show to mingle, drink, and maybe event find your perfect match.

Start finally unleashing that novel with guidance from Melissa Addey, a published author who’s worked as Writer in Residence at the British Library, where this class is set. Melissa offers clear advice on getting a novel started, focusing ideas, and finding a structure.

Warm up those pipes and prepare to belt out cabaret classics en masse — plus a few originals written by tonight’s roster of singers, rappers, and musicians. Cabaret pro Tom Carradine and ‘chap hop’ artist Mr. B The Gentleman Rhymer will be two of the talents charming your ears.

Give fast fashion the boot at this free event, which explores ways in which we can all increase our day-to-day sustainability, from shopping to cooking to health. Speakers include innovative entrepreneurs from a “female-founded” series and there’ll be products for sale, too.

Vintage vultures and mid-century modern devotees have got a day’s sifting and buying lined up at this well-stocked market. But casual browsers will have just as much fun with a huge selection of kooky bits and bobs, from sunnies to ceramic art, from cameras to cocktail shakers.

This fair is pitched as the UK’s only dedicated convention focusing on designer toys — those crafted by artists and artisans, often with an edgy, pop culture tint. They’re colourful, kooky, cool, and collectible and there’ll be tons of them on show and for sale. Ready to play?

If you’ve always wanted to get into photography but are overwhelmed by where to start, here’s your answer. This workshop caters to absolute beginners and covers the essentials, such as camera handling, understanding shooting modes, and the difference between lenses.

Get in touch with the roots of rave at this club night hosted by long-time party crew Raindance. Acid house, jungle, hardcore, D&B, and other full-fat sounds will fill the floors of iconic nightspot Fabric, spun by heritage rave masters including Kenny Ken and Richie Fingers.

Relive a fun part of the ’90s courtesy of good-time, scuzzed-up indie-rock riffs from Subjagger, who made some waves in the decade’s first half. The mod-leaning band are reforming for this special show at the hallowed 100 Club, accompanied by DJs spinning suitably retro tunes.

Peek into the darker goings-on of this seemingly peaceful spot, as you trace Greenwich’s various spectres. You’ll hear tales of drunken, wronged sailors and jilted lovers, learn about the Cutty Sark Curse, and visit a seriously creepy tunnel and a haunted pub.

Whether you’re after a vintage drinks trolley to make your living room pop, a puzzling-but-cool abstract print for your walls, or a record player to spin your parents’ Led Zep LPs, this mega-flea will probably have it. Go unearth some delights from 100-plus traders.

Take your pick from a dizzying selection of over 500 wines to sample at this event. The focus is on ‘minimal intervention’ producers, who use as few additives in their wine as possible. After learning and sipping there’s plenty of artisan food to be nibbled, as well.

On this tour, get to know the real Walthamstow beyond its famous, fancy market. You’ll pass the home of textile designer William Morris (and the publisher of Sweeney Todd’s grizzly tale) before exploring more local history, ending at a neon wonderland and craft brewery.

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 devil may well be in the details, but so is a whole evening’s worth of entertainment at this collision of science and song. Comedians, scientists, and field experts talk about whatever they like, going into completely unnecessary but highly engaging detail about their topic.

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.

If you’ve ever wanted to nose around the house of the Lord Mayor of the City of London, here’s your chance. As you’re led around this grand abode, travel back in time via stories of powerful politicians the building has housed and the prisoners’ cells that once stood there.

Bringing new meaning to the phrase ‘read the room’ is the welcome return of The Vibrary: a room full of reading. Head to a well-stocked bottleshop, bring any book you like, get stuck in during two 30-minute reading sessions, and sip and socialise in-between.

Granny stripes, double-stitch strips, hooks and yarns — crocheting can sound confusing, but this entry-level class calmly guides you through the basics. You’ll crochet small items during the session and leave equipped with skills to attempt larger projects in future.

If you’ve never eaten and drank too much in Sicily, you’ve never lived. Start making amends at a four-day celebration of all things Sicilian, featuring plenty of panelle (moreish chickpea flour fritters), armfuls of arancini, gallons of Nero d’Avola red wine, and live music.

Put a stylish swirl into your home coffee routine by learning latte art from the pros at powerhouse Antipodean coffee shop Kaffeine. You'll learn to steam, texture, and pour your milk or milk substitute into hearts, tulips, swans, and the classic rosetta flowers.

Sip a little wine and embark on some creative life drawing in a bohemian studio. Models will sport a variety of elaborate costumes in different scenarios, bringing storytelling into the mix rather than just passive drawing. Artist hosts offer guidance, and all wine is included.

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.

Art and food collide at these events, where artists present work before a guest chef serves dinner. Ceramicist Claudette Forbes discusses blending classic and contemporary, followed by three Bangladeshi-inspired courses from Rima Rouf-Choudhury.

Turn that sad and weathered vintage table you bought on impulse into a handsome piece of desirable furniture by practising basic restoration techniques at a hands-on, beginners’ workshop. You’ll be taught about staining, sealing, and using tools to spruce up your items.

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.

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.

Turn your home coffee-making into an artform with the skills from this masterclass. The brew gurus from Caravan Coffee will teach you how to steam milk, pour a pattern, and ‘dial in’ your home setup to ensure you’re getting the best from your coffee tech.

Channel your inner John, Paul, George, or Ringo at this musical celebration of the Fab Four. A host of acts — some acoustic, some full-bodied electric — will pluck hits and rarities from the immense back catalogue, before the audience takes over in late-night Beatles’ karaoke.

Chomp through five South Korean-inspired courses by chef Juliette Feller, who’s worked at acclaimed London Thai joint Smoking Goat. The menu includes rice skewers with gochujang (red chilli paste), buckwheat noodles, and black sesame cream with pecan crisps.

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.

Sorry, Scottish whisky purists, English whisky is becoming a thing. See — and sip — for yourself at this tasting session led by Spirit of Yorkshire, the northern county’s first distillery and makers of some fine single malts. No previous whisky creds or knowledge are needed here.

Don’t throw away those broken plates and cups. Instead, learn how to fix them using the Japanese art of kintsugi. During this workshop, a mending expert will help you restore a damaged object by using an ancient technique that embraces imperfection and visible repairs.

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.

Having 13 members in your jazz-funk band leads to a ridiculous number of grooves in your set. But stop counting and start dancing, as the Horntown Project’s blend of jazz, Latin, soul, and funk demands to be moved to.

Roll the dice a little and head to this show featuring Tertia, a rising artist who creates very pleasing, soulful, electronic pop with stripped-back beats and moody synths underneath. It’s wholly on-point at the moment and you’ll be enjoying the set in a great, vibey boozer.

The laughs come thick and fast at this talent-crammed fundraiser for food redistribution charity FareShare. Two of the starriest names are award-winning comic Joseph Morpurgo and hot-topic, hilarious Amy Gledhill, but you’re in safe hands with everyone on the bill.

Hear tales of intrepid, continent-traversing wordsmiths across the centuries from a book by former BBC presenter Duncan Minshull. Passages will be read by the man himself as you walk from Hatchards bookshop around picturesque Mayfair, following in the footsteps of a few greats.

Sit back and soak up a few hours of wide-ranging animation in the smart surrounds of The British Museum. The films on show — across both 2D and 3D animation — include tales of an existential robot vacuum, a spiralling crisp obsession, and an escaped grizzly bear.

Everyone’s got old furniture they don’t want, but instead of selling it, you can turn it into something you do want at this workshop. Cleaning, sanding, painting, and tools will all be covered, and furniture and materials are supplied.

From the Festival of Britain’s face of fun to an iconic power station gracing a Pink Floyd album cover, Battersea has had a lot of strong looks over the years. Hear about its colourful history and secrets on a walking tour, led by a knowledgeable and entertaining guide.

A cosy bookshop stocked with great craft beer is surely the perfect setting for long, thoughtful games of chess. Don’t worry if you’re not a grandmaster yet, as everyone is welcome at this friendly meetup and the range of talents means you’ll be able to boost your own skills.

Swerve the usual glass of cab sauv and branch out to sample and learn about some of the many excellent wines from Georgia. This tasting is led by two winemakers, who impart knowledge about Georgia’s eight-thousand-year-old winemaking tradition and its heralded amber wine.

An ever-charismatic district, Camden has more stories to tell than most. Hear some of the best on a tour led by a resident of 30-plus years, who’ll discuss Camden’s multicultural roots, Dickens’ unsympathetic portrayal of the area, and its gleaming rock-and-roll heritage.

Appreciate some of Mother Nature’s work through a new lens at this drawing class, where you can sketch giant snails, millipedes, and scorpions — plus their accompanying habitats. As you draw, host Laura Cuppage offers a crash course on botanical artists and bug biology.

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.

Stop ignoring those torn, stretched, and weathered old clothes at the back of your wardrobe, and instead fix them up, saving cash and helping the planet. This class teaches essential repair techniques, and you can practice your handiwork before trying it out on your garments.

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.

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.

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.

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 this July.