10/05/2023
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Business Spotlights / Events / Placemaking
The countdown is on! Secure your tickets to unmissable events taking place in Waterloo this May. From classical music to classic musicals, this month is jam-packed with events to kick off summer 2023 with a bang. Are you ready?
Lunchtime Concert: Harpsichord Recital
Save the date! On Tuesday 2 May, the wonderful students of Morley College will perform a harpsichord recital. This lovely lunchtime concert is free to attend!
Ready to dance your heart out? Swing Out Fridays wouldn’t be the same without you! Join us for an evening of vintage jazz and social dancing – no previous experience or partner required. Be sure to grab tickets now, before they’re gone!
War Games – video game exhibition
Last chance! The Imperial War Museum’s free video game exhibition is coming to an end this month. ‘War Games’ invites visitors to interrogate the tension that exists between the thrill and tragedy of warfare, both in video games and the real world. Ending on 28 May 2023, make sure to visit before it goes!
Event: Chopin & Champagne by Candlelight
What better way to celebrate the end of a week than beautiful music and a glass of champagne? Enjoy this candlelit performance by the spectacular pianist, Warren Mailley-Smith, performing piano music of the great Frédéric Chopin.
‘The Second Woman’ – 24-hour performance
Golden Globe and two-time Olivier Award winner, Ruth Wilson, stars in this unmissable 24-hour performance – The Second Woman. 100 different male, non-binary and queer people will perform opposite Ruth Wilson, in this unique cinematic theatre experience. Be sure not to miss it!
Your options for this summer: 1) Grab tickets for Unwined weekly wine tastings 2) Stay home with FOMO. The choice is yours! Every Tuesday at 7pm, Unwined hosts fun-filled, seasonally inspired tastings. Be the friend who makes the best plans – book your tickets now!
Get ready Waterloo! Groundhog Day is coming to The Old Vic in May 2023. Tickets for this Olivier Award-winning musical sensation are now on sale, make sure you don’t miss out!
Lower Marsh Lates… at the Movies! – ‘Mama Mia!’
Your summer days are set to be sizzling, but what about your evening plans? Join us from 5:30-8:30pm on the last Thursday of every month between May to September for a series of unmissable FREE outdoor screenings. The buzzing atmosphere of Lower Marsh Lates makes its much-anticipated return this summer letting you fill your evening with laughter, irresistible food, cheap drinks and FREE movies under the stars!
Waterloo, Who Knew? – FREE Women’s Self-Defence Class
The clock is ticking! Last chance to secure tickets to Grapple Zone’s latest event, offering Waterloo’s women and girls a FREE self-defence class and Brazilian Jiu Jitsu taster session. Join us on Tuesday 16 May (5:30-7pm) to discover your potential, welcoming all levels of practitioners, regardless of experience. Limited tickets are available, get yours now!
Waterloo Walks – London History Day
Join WeAreWaterloo on a guided walking tour of the BID area! Waterloo’s history is full of surprises – step back in time this London History Day to explore its streets, from the urban oasis of Isabella Street to the historical Imperial War Museum via film-set favourite, Roupell Street. Discover hidden gems, local history, and get a complimentary Lower Marsh Market voucher! This FREE walk – taking place Thursday 1 June (12:30-1:30pm) – is the perfect way to reclaim your lunch break, and find new bars and restaurants close to your office!
For more information on our upcoming events – keep an eye on our Waterloo events calendar.
Don’t Miss: Free Euro 2024 England Match Screenings on Lower Marsh! Thursday 20 June and Tuesday 25 June, Lower Marsh will host free outdoor screenings of two must-watch England matches: Denmark vs. England and England vs. Slovenia. While you soak up the football fever, why not explore the vibrant offerings of Lower Marsh’s local pubs,
Get Ready to paddle for a purpose at the London Ambulance Charity Dragon Boat Race! Gear up for an exhilarating day of dragon boat racing at Surrey Quays. Hosted by the London Ambulance Service Charitable Fund, this event aims to raise essential funds for the London Ambulance Service NHS Trust. Teams of 11 will compete
April is packed with events in Waterloo! Indulge in cocktails and sweet treats at our FREE garden party, enjoy local theatre productions, or spend a wholesome day at our local farm. To stay updated on upcoming events, be sure to keep an eye on our events calendar! St George’s Garden Party Join us on Thursday