Things to Do in London in October

Whether you are a local or visiting, there is a rich mix of things to do in London in October. From Halloween events and autumn-themed activities to immersive exhibitions and candlelight concerts, there’s something for every interest.

This month also brings opportunities to enjoy afternoon teas in historic venues and explore neighbourhood-specific activities. As tickets for Christmas are on sale, now is the time to book ahead and secure your spot for the festive season too! You’ll find exclusive discount codes for some of these activities in this guide, adding extra value to your plans. They are updated for the month on 2nd October.

Whether you’re after family-friendly events, cultural outings or a cosy afternoon treat, this guide will help you find the best ways to enjoy London in October.

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You’ll find Things to Do in London in October organised below by:

• Halloween/Seasonal
• Immersive Exhibitions
• Candlelight Concerts
• Afternoon Teas
• Limited Dates
• Harry Potter
• Sports
• On Sale for Christmas

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Halloween/Seasonal

• Jack the Ripper Walking Tour
• Gangster Tour of London’s East End Led by Actor Vas Blackwood
• Whistle Punks Urban Axe Throwing
• Ghastly London Ghost Tour
• Halloween Boat Party & Secret After Party
• London Bridge Experience & London Tombs
• Serial Killer: The Exhibition

Batman Unmasked in London 

Explore an all-new London experience showing never seen before original props, vehicles and costumes direct from the archives. This celebrates the 85th anniversary of DCs iconic Super Hero.

• LOCATION: 45 Wellington Street
• PRICE: from £25.50
• TIMES: Until 3rd November, duration 1 hour to 1 hour and 15 minutes

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Immersive Exhibitions

Paradox Museum: London

See the world from another perspective. From captivating optical illusions to challenging paradoxes, this unique voyage is a haven for curiosity and discovery. Behold the impossible, challenge gravity and interrogate the essence of reality as you engage in an immersive escapade unmatched. 

• LOCATION: Paradox Museum London, 90 Brompton Rd, SW3 1JJ
• PRICE: from £14
• TIMES: based on booking, approximately 90 minutes

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Horizon of Khufu: An Immersive VR Expedition to Ancient Egypt

With The Horizon of Khufu, travel back thousands of years to the heart of ancient Egypt. Unlock the secrets of one of the seven wonders of the world with a brand new concept: the immersive expedition. Discover the Great Pyramid of Giza as it was more than 4500 years ago. Walk through its mysterious corridors, enter the Queen’s Chamber, and even try to decipher some hieroglyphics during a one-of-a-kind experience in London.

• LOCATION: The Street 1, London E20 1EJ
• PRICE: from £21
• TIMES: based on booking, duration 45 minutes

Bubble Planet: An immersive Experience

Inside this spherical world full of bubbles, you will have the opportunity to hop from one immersive space to the next, experiencing them all with your five senses! With oversized bubbles, balloons, soap and more, this sensory universe will give you the opportunity to see the world in a whole new way—even allowing you to travel the globe with a hot air balloon flight simulator. 

• LOCATION: Unit 22 Fulton Road, Wembley
• PRICE: from £21
• TIMES: based on booking, approximately 60-90 minutes

WAR of the worlds

Experience a real Martian invasion in London at Jeff Wayne’s The War of The Worlds: The Immersive Experience. See it, hear it, live it, with 24 extraordinary scenes, multi-sensory effects and virtual reality – all set to Jeff Wayne’s iconic music.

• LOCATION: 56 Leadenhall Street, London, EC3A 2BJ
• PRICE: from £47.50
• TIMES: you must book ahead; it’s approximately 1 hour and 20 minutes including a 20 minute interval; you’ll need to arrive at least 15 minutes prior to booking

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Candlelight Concerts in London

These are Fever Original Events. I have attended several and highly recommend them for date nights, special occasions like birthdays or anniversaries or just a fun night out! You can read more about my first experience at the Tribute to Coldplay. I’ve also attended the Tribute to Taylor Swift and Hans Zimmer Candlelight Concerts.

NEW!!! Best of Bridgerton on Strings

Surrounded by the soft glow of candlelight, listen to your favorite melodies from Shondaland’s ‘Bridgerton’ series on Netflix, reimagined by a talented string ensemble. 

• TIMES: you must book ahead, current dates sold out until December 2024; 60 minutes
• LOCATION: Southwark Cathedral, London, SE1 9DA
• PRICE: from £17.50 (restricted) from £36

Afternoon Tea: Things to Do in London in October

national gallery highlights tour and afternoon tea

Explore a magnificent compilation of Western European artworks, dating from the 13th to the 19th centuries. Immerse yourself in awe-inspiring masterpieces crafted by renowned artists like Leonardo, Monet and Van Gogh. Indulge in an afternoon tea experience at the National Gallery’s own restaurant, Ochre.

• LOCATION: National Gallery, Trafalgar Square
• PRICE: £49
• TIMES: Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays; cannot be booked for a party of one. 2pm

MAD HATTERS afternoon tea

Held at Sanderson London hotel, this would be a fun afternoon tea to attend around the Halloween season.

• LOCATION: 50 Berners Street, Fitzrovia, London W1T 3NG
• PRICE: £55 for an adult, £76 with a glass of champagne
• TIMES: Monday-Sunday 12pm-7pm

devil wears prada Afternoon Tea

Dive into the devilishly decadent and stylish afternoon tea to celebrate the hotly anticipated musical adaption of the book and film which debuts at The Dominion Theatre.

• LOCATION: The Coral Room at The Bloomsbury Hotel, 16-22 Great Russell Street, Bloomsbury, London WC1b 3NN
• PRICE: £48 per person
• TIMES: beginning 30th September

LIMITED DATES: Things to Do in London in October

ABSOLUT WARHOL: the Other half

Absolut and The Warhol Foundation are giving five amazing, emerging and diverse artists (Jade Pearl, Kelly Anna, Ken Nwadiogbu, Alexa Sirbu, Xu Yang) the chance to showcase their work in the Saatchi Gallery and design their interpretation of ‘The Other Half’ of an original Andy Warhol artwork. 

• LOCATION: Saatchi Gallery, Duke of York Square, King’s Road, London SW3 4RY
• PRICE: Free
• TIMES: 4th-6th October

LONDON COCKTAIL WEEK

An 11-day city-wide festival dedicated to specially created £8 signature cocktails made in London’s best bars.

• PRICE: Tickets for £20 grant you a wristband that entitles the wearer to • Signature Cocktails in hundreds of participating bars.
• TIMES: 3-13 October

DIWALI

The Festival of Lights will be celebrated with stage performances and cultural activities.

• LOCATION: Trafalgar Square
• PRICE: free
• TIMES: 27 September

NFL in London

Three NFL games will be played in London in October.

• New York Jets vs Minnesota Vikings, Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, 6 October, 2pm
• Jacksonville Jaguars vs Chicago Bears, Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, 13 October, 2.30pm
• New England Patriots vs Jacksonville Jaguars, Wembley Stadium, 20 October, 2.30pm

STADIUM TOURS

Tours can be booked through The London Pass or on the individual links below.