Free Things To Do In London

Every Thursday at Old Blue Last, you can expect a lineup of live Celtic folk from 8 to 11pm. That's a mixture of uplifting Irish and Scottish tunes to get you up on your feet - all for free on Great Eastern Street in Shoreditch.

Soho Square's Sarah Kravitz Gallery is the place for a fun and totally free event to get in on that cowboy craze. The Velvet Rodeo is a silver spur soiree complete with immersive performances, country karaoke with Disco Dolly, a go on the Platinum pony, line dancing, hat-decorating workshops and even line dancing, all with country-disco DJ sets to top it all off.

If you're looking for free things to do in London then join cool bar 26 Curtain Road for its Strictly Vinyl sessions, hosted on Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays. Expect the likes of soul, hip-hop, disco and more, spun on a high-quality Hi-Fi sound system and rotary mixer, accompanied by craft beers and cocktails. 

A free comedy night in the capital? That was almost unheard of until Backyard Comedy Club came along. Join them every Wednesday for a free roster of performances from some of stand-ups cheekiest, all found in the heart of Bethnal Green.

With free entry to their entertainment, which takes place seven nights of the week, Albert's Schloss is making sure you get your fix of everything from crazy cabaret to request-based piano nights and the haus band playing twists on popular tunes alongside DJs and table-stomping promenaders. Just make a booking for drinks and they'll see you there.

Join cosy pub The King's Arms in Bermondsey for its Artistic Date Nights and Candlelit Tables as part of its Watercolour Wednesdays. You'll be able to receive a free art lesson with Bob Ross on the TV and at the end of the evening, you'll leave your masterpieces with the boozer to be framed and sold for charity. It's certainly a unique spot for a date night or even simply just a charming hang with friends.

Hit up The Horse & Groom on Curtain Road to get down to some vinyl-cut beats, thanks to its free DJ sessions on the weekend. Expect to hear the sounds of the 60s, 70s and beyond as top talents hit the decks. What's more, this cracking boozer provides some great grub, like pizza from Yard Sale, alongside refreshing ales and pints, so you won't be going hungry (or thirsty for that matter). 

With venues in Fulham, West Hampstead and Queen's Park, Wolfpack is a group of fantastic pubs that offer all kinds of free events. Big fans of rugby, you'll regularly find screenings of the big matches, as well as football games.

They also host quiz nights every Monday, which are free to enter and bound to test your knowledge. Enjoy refreshing lager while you're here, as well as delicious burgers.

If it's Islington-based comedy you're after, Radicals & Victuallers is putting on this comedy Kiss Stand-Up showcase every first Tuesday of the month. Hosted by Vix Leyton and Jessica Aszkenasy, this will see a range of brilliant talents splitting your sides to no end.

If you find yourself wandering around Kings Cross on a Tuesday night, looking for a pub quiz, then head on over to The Star of Kings just past Coal Drops yard where you'll find a buzzing atmosphere awaiting you, full of revellers looking to test their knowledge in the picture round. Entry to the quiz costs £2 each and food is available from Mexican masters Breddos Tacos. What's more, if you're into a spot of singing, they even have karakoe here. 

Taking place between Thursday and Saturday every single week, The Star by Liverpool Street's Open Karaoke is a totally free event that gives you the chance to be in the spotlight. Whether you've got the voice of an angel or you're just looking to let loose, there are over 20,000 songs to choose from here. The microphone is ready and waiting, so get ready to take centre stage.

It's all going off at The Old Blue Last in Hackney - this musical boozer knows how to have a good time, particularly by offering free tickets to its Live Latin Jazz: Dom Hall Trio night every Friday. What's more, if you swing by on a Sunday, you'll be able to get cosy in the candle-lit bar with a free live jazz session too.

In the market for free things to do in London at night? Every week, Homeboy Islington hosts Live Music Thursdays and Sundays where the city's best up-and-coming performers are given a chance to showcase their talents, with tickets that are entirely free.

If you're looking for free things to do in East London then head along to the vibrant arts venue and burger bar Rolling Stock on Sunday for its Jazz Train evening. Under the arches you'll be able to catch a diverse range of performances from musicians, and you'll even get the chance to draw them as art supplies are dotted around the venue. 

Whether you're looking for free events in London tomorrow, next weekend or beyond, Looking Glass Cocktail Club have got you covered with their regular Friday events. Secret House of Hedonism features banging DJ sets every week, with some delicious cocktails up for grabs too.

City of London pub Tokenhouse is the Moorgate spot known for 1KG chicken wing sharers and the perfect after-work drinks vibe. Their speed pool competition is totally free to enter as well, where each participant will be timed from the moment they break to when they pot the final ball.

Get ready to rock at Putt Putt & Karaoke - the ultimate singing hub in South London. With three free karaoke areas and a variety of other games, this spot is perfect for a fun night out with friends or a casual date. So what are you waiting for? Head on over and sing (and sip) your heart out.

Push your budget a little further when going out with our guide to all things in London on a budget. We've got walking tours, live music nights and a whole roster of fun activities that cost no more than £10 to £15 a pop.

Nestled in the heart of London, The Libra Theatre Café offers a unique space where you can enjoy a cup of artisan coffee or a cocktail before immersing yourself in the world of live performance.

Whether you're here for an intimate play, a comedy show, or just to relax with friends, this charming café provides a one-of-a-kind atmosphere for theatre lovers. The space is designed to inspire, with an artistic vibe and a menu of delicious drinks and light bites that are as creative as the performances themselves. 

Searching for free events in the capital? Look no further than The Horatia N7. This popular Holloway Road boozer is throwing a range of crackin' events across the top-notch space. Think live vinyl gigs and entertainment from The Ukulele Ska Collective. Booyah.

If you're on the hunt for live music, make way for Poppies of Camden. While you dig into your scrumptious supper, enjoy a cracking live performance from some of the city's top bands at its Fish N Gigs every first Friday of the month. 

If there's one thing London is good at, it's museums. And luckily for us, a good chunk of the city's museums and galleries are totally free to enter - and we've rounded up the very best for you to visit.

Check out a slice of history at The British Museum or the Natural History Museum, or if art is more your thing then head to the Tate Modern or the Victoria and Albert.

Looking to explore more of the city? Then we've got just the thing for you. There's nowhere more gorgeous than London's rivers and canals, and we've plotted out the very best walks to capture the beauty of our capital.

Take a stroll from Little Venice to Camden along Regent's Canal, or wander along the Southbank while taking in views of the Thames. We've planned routes of all lengths, so there's something for everyone here.

We're lucky to live in such a gorgeous city, and we all know how easy it is to take that for granted. Luckily, we've got the lowdown on some top spots to enjoy amazing views of London from, spicing up your lives and your Instagram feeds.

Plenty of these places are free too. We're talking alfresco spaces like Primrose Hill or Greenwich Park, as well as free-of-charge rooftop picks such as Sky Garden and Horizon 22.

For fans of art and culture, you don't have to look far to get your fix in London. But sometimes these experiences can come at a price, so that's why we're giving you the low-down on the best free art galleries in the city.

The Tate Modern and Tate Britain are well known for hosting amazing exhibitions with no charge. But be sure to check out some of these other picks, including the National Portrait Gallery and the Guildhall.

There's no better way to save money than by making the most of the great outdoors, no matter what time of year it is. London boats a plethora of parks that are totally free to enter, whether you're hunting for picnic spots in the summer or setting off on a crisp winter walk.

No matter where you are in the city, there's an alfresco space to suit you. We've rounded up the very best picks all over, from Clapham Common to Hampstead Heath and Kensington Gardens.