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Free And Cheap Things To Do This Week In London: 23-29 September 2024
Things to do for a fiver or less.
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Budget-friendly things to do in London this week for £5 or less.
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Looking for more free things to do in London? Here are 102 of em! We've also compiled this epic map of free stuff in London.
Switch on to computing history
Tuesday's Gresham College lecture features cybersecurity expert Professor Victoria Baines discussing the ancient history of computers and code. Find out how ancient shipwrecks and the textile mills of northern England both made use of the forerunners of today's modern computers. Watch in person at Barnard's Inn Hall, or online.
Free, 24 September.
Grab a free slice of pizza
Mobile network Slice has teamed up with Yard Sale Pizza (one of our faves it's got to be said), to give away free slices to folks passing by Yard Sale's Hackney Road shop from noon on Tuesday. You'll need to download the Slice app to claim your freebie.
Free, 24 September.
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Watch a livestream of Sally Rooney discussing her new book
Author Sally Rooney — best known for her 2018 novel Normal People — is at Southbank Centre to discuss her newest book, Intermezzo with writer and critic Merve Emre. It's about two brothers who navigate their grief over the recent death of their father in very different ways.
Though tickets to attend in person will set you back £15, there's a livestream allowing you to watch for free.
Free, 25 September.
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Brighten your life with a colourful weaving workshop
Colour expert and Londonist contributor Momtaz Begum-Hossain leads a weaving workshop focused on the meanings of colour at Southbank Centre. Prior to the workshop, enjoy a live performance by London-based pop/R&B artist Asha Gold.
Free, 25 September.
Solve the problem of sewage in our water
LSE brings together a panel of experts including David Henderson, CEO of Water UK, and James Wallace, Chief Executive of River Action, to discuss the problem of sewage in our waters. Find out about the new laws and huge investments which are needed to prevent the dumping of sewage and plastics in our oceans, leaking from landfills, and other environmental issues surrounding water supplies.
Free, 26 September.
Watch some skiing... in Covent Garden
The UK's first Peak Performance store opens in Covent Garden this Friday, and to set the scene there's a day of demonstrations from top skiers such as Olympian and Newschoolers' Skier of the Year Anni Karava, and two-time X Games medalist Alex Hackel. Fancy having a go yourself? You can also sign up for a tuition slot.
Free, 27 September.
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Stay late at Dulwich Picture Gallery...
On Friday, Dulwich Picture Gallery holds its final summer late themed around the current Yoshida: Three Generations of Japanese Printmaking exhibition. View the exhibition, and the gallery's other displays, and take part in workshops spanning sashiko stitching, lino printmaking, and more. There's also a pop-up bar, and food from Roy's Authentic Jerk Chicken.
Free, 27 September.
...or Christie's auction house
Also on Friday, auction house Christie's in Mayfair stays open late for an evening in advance of Black History Month. It brings together artists and thinkers from across the African diaspora — keep an eye on the website for the full programme.
Free, 27 September.
Watch a free screening of Wonka
The Free Film Festivals organisation offers a screening of 2023 film Wonka — the prequel to Charlie and the Chocolate Factory — on Saturday. It takes place at Eckington Gardens in New Cross, so dress for the weather, take along snacks or a picnic (chocolate might be a good shout) and enjoy the show.
Free, 28 September.
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Go to a Latinx takeover
Head to UCL East Marshgate for V&A East's InBetween: A Latinx Takeover event. There are DJ sets from east London-based Latinx queer club night 2C Perrea, live performances from Colombian singer-songwriter Montañera, discussions from online bookstore Romancero Books, papier-mâché mango making — and lots, lots more besides.
Free, 28 September.
See sheep driven over Southwark Bridge
One of London's wackiest annual events is the Sheep Drive and Livery Fair, taking place on Sunday. Each year, a chosen celebrity has the honour of herding sheep over Southwark Bridge, a nod back to the time when Smithfield was London's major livestock market. The baa-rmy happenings on the bridge are free to watch (get there early if ewe want a good view) and are followed by a livery market at the north end of the bridge. This year, Damian Lewis is the celebrity shepherd.
Free, 29 September.
Attend a rather special harvest special
Also taking place in the City on Sunday, the London Pearly Kings and Queens Costermongers Harvest Festival brings together pearly kings and queens from across London and beyond for a gathering in Guildhall Yard, followed by a church service at St Mary-le-Bow on Cheapside. There will likely be charity collections taking place, so worth having a few quid on you to make a donation if you can.
Free, 29 September.
Play a last round of this summer mini golf course
Last chance to tee off on what may just be London's most photogenic golf course. Wild Swing Mini Golf at Greenwich Peninsula is decorated with species of wildflower found nearby. All equipment is provided, and it's only £2.88 per person — bargain!
£2.88 per person, until 29 September.
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