Here’s Everything That’s Trending In London This Week

1. Whistlepunks Urban Axe Throwing

Tired of throwing darts or rolling bowling balls? To shake up your next social activity with pals, be sure to give axe throwing a go with a little help from Whistlepunks Urban Axe Throwing. Release your inner thrill-seeker by dropping by one of their lanes, picking up an axe, and seeing if you can keep your hand steady as you throw it towards the bullseye target. Once you’ve finished slinging, wind down with a delicious slice of Sicilian pizza in one hand and a cocktail or craft beer in the other - the perfect, post-work duo!

Location: 53 Eastcastle St, London W1W 8EE

Book now

2. The Butterfly Trail

Outernet London is no stranger to a host of stunning immersive exhibitions - and The Butterfly Trail has to be one of their most beautiful yet. Step inside the metallic venue between 12pm to 6pm and you’ll discover a 360-degree screen covered in dazzling butterflies. Brought to you by Pixel Artworks, you’ll have the honour of exploring Professor Peter Pelgrin’s Botanical Workshop, using your smartphone to release your very own butterflies into this virtual world and triggering mesmerising animations in real time.

From 20 September 2023 - Daily showings

Location: Outernet London, Charing Cross Rd, London WC2H 8LH

Find out more

{{app-3}}

3. Jongga Flavourverse

Kimchi is sweet, spicy, and the topic of London’s tastiest pop-up happening right now. Tuck into this Korean delicacy with a trip to Jongga Flavourverse, a free, limited-time event run by one of the world’s most popular kimchi brands! Until 8 October, your senses will be entangled with mouth-watering kimchi fusions to try, immersive exhibitions to explore, and special dishes from the following London eateries: Seoul Bird, Bad Boy Pizza, and Darby's. If that’s a universe you’re dying to discover, then you can grab your free tickets now.

16 September - 8 October 2023

Location: 40 Earlham St, London WC2H 9LH

Book now‍

4. Claude Monet: The Immersive Experience

Picture this - Floral landscapes, flowing lakes, and dappled sunlight. Explore all of this and more at Claude Monet: The Immersive Experience. Held inside The Boiler House, you’ll be transported inside some of Monet’s most famous works - from his Haystack studies to the serene Water Lilies -  through virtual reality goggles and 360-degree screens. During your journey, you’ll even get the chance to create your own masterpiece and have it projected onto the wall, so get your tickets now to unleash your inner artist.

From 19 September 2023

Location: The Boiler House, 152 Brick Lane, London E1 6RU

Book now

{{app-2}}

5. Horizon 22

This September, London’s highest viewing platform officially opened to the public! Higher up than the Shard’s offering, Horizon 22 will take you 58 floors above the Bishopsgate skyscraper in their speedy express lift for magnificent views of the city’s skyline. While you peer across the city on a clear day, see if you can spot iconic landmarks like St Paul’s Cathedral, the Gherkin, Tower Bridge, The Shard, and more - so what are you waiting for? Keep your eyes peeled for their next batch of free tickets!

Location: 22 Bishopsgate, London EC3V 4QT

Book now

Discover the rest of London’s most popular events and venues with our Top Trending Items Guide… or mark this year’s Black History Month by supporting these amazing black-owned businesses this October (and beyond!).

Photo credits: Outernet London