What to do in London in October

Whether you’re a local or a visitor, there’s a rich mix of things to do in London in October. From Halloween events and fall-themed activities to immersive exhibits and candlelit concerts, there’s something for everyone.

This month also offers the opportunity to enjoy the NFL in London. And London Cocktail Week and Oktoberfest activities create tons of fun dining experiences! You’ll find exclusive discount codes for some of these activities in this guide, adding extra value to your plans.

Whether you’re looking for family events, cultural outings or sporting activities, 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 organized below by:

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Attractions and day trips

If you live in London or are visiting London, here are the top excursions and attractions to visit in October.

This month’s discounts

Current discounts on tickets to London in 2025

Next update December 1, 2025

Discount code: SUNNYINLONDON10

Food and Drink: Things to do in London in October

LONDON COCKTAIL WEEK

An 11-day city-wide festival dedicated to specially created £9 signature cocktails made in London’s best bars.

PRICE: £20 tickets get you a wristband that entitles you to signature cocktails at hundreds of participating bars.

TIMES: October 9-19, 2025

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ARTS AND CULTURE: Things to do in London in October

As the cultural capital of the world, London has tons of arts-related activities to do this month.

Popular shows

• Hadestown
• Six
• Les Miserables
• Hamilton
• Olivier!
• Cabaret
• Oh mom!

Iconic

• Wicked
• The Phantom of the Opera
• Stranger Things: First Shadow
• Moulin Rouge
• The devil wears Prada

Unlimited Banksy

This art experience is a museum-quality temporary exhibition created for London, showcasing street art in a gallery in the cultural heart of the city. It presents 250 works, including certified originals, unique pieces and exclusive reproductions.

PARADOX MUSEUM LONDON

See the world from another perspective. From captivating optical illusions to thought-provoking paradoxes, this unique journey is a haven of curiosity and discovery. If you’re looking for family activities to do in London in September, the Paradox Museum should be on your list!

Van Gogh: the immersive experience

Visit a 360º digital art exhibition in London that invites you to enter the world of Dutch genius Vincent van Gogh.

MUSEUMS

• V&A- Marie Antoinette Style, opening September 20
• British Museum, Ancient India Living Traditions closes October 19
• Secret Maps at the British Library, starts October 24

Candlelight concerts in London

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

Future

• The best of Bollywood on strings, October 4
• Ed Sheeran meets Electronic Echoes (Best of EDM), October 11
• Film scores, October 11
• Tribute to Ed Sheeran, October 24

In progress

• The best works of Hans Zimmer
• Tribute to Adèle
• Homage to Fleetwood Mac
• Tribute to Justin Timberlake
• Chopin and Champagne

SPORTS & LEISURE: What to do in London in OCTOBER

If you like American football, October is an ideal month for you!

NFL in London

• Minnesota Vikings vs Cleveland Browns, 2:30 p.m. October 5, Tottenham Hotspur Stadium
• Denver Broncos vs New York Jets, 2:30 p.m. October 12, Tottenham Hotspur Stadium
• LA Rams vs Jacksonville Jaguars, 2:30 p.m. October 19, Wembley Stadium

stadium tours

• Wembley Stadium Tour: See the England Football Team’s Ground
• Chelsea FC Stadium Tour
• Arsenal Stadium Tour
• Tottenham Hotspur Stadium Tour
• Visit the London Stadium, built for the 2012 Olympics and now home to West Ham United

FESTIVALS IN LONDON

Diwali

• The Festival of Lights will be celebrated with stage performances and cultural activities on Sunday October 12 in Trafalgar Square from 1 p.m. to 7 p.m.
• The five days of Diwali for 2025 run from October 18 to 22.

London Trip Planners

If you want to save time and travel smarter, get a London itinerary already prepared for you. For example, our London Bucket List trip planner starts each day at an iconic attraction. These are the Tower of London, Buckingham Palace, the British Museum and Westminster Abbey. Then you can choose your trip type and find a London itinerary that matches it.

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