There’s so much happening in Waterloo right now – from street food and rooftop parties to theatre, music, and community events. Whether you live or work here, it’s the perfect time to explore the area, meet the people who make it special, and get stuck into everything this neighbourhood has to offer.
Here’s what’s coming up this month:
Girl from the North Country | Multiple Dates
Bob Dylan’s songbook meets 1930s Americana in this haunting and heartfelt Old Vic hit. Final chance to see this multi-Tony and Olivier Award winner back where it began – don’t miss out.
Location: The Old Vic
Time: 7:30PM
Dates: 2, 13, 21, 28 August
Unwined: Wine Tastings | Every Monday
Wind down your weekend with guided tastings at Unwined Waterloo. A relaxed way to discover new favourites and meet fellow wine lovers.
Location: Unwined, SE1
Dates: 4, 11, 18, 25 August
Time: 6:30PM
Spoken Word at The Walrus | 5 August
The Walrus’s monthly poetry night returns, headlined by award-winning poet Amy Acre. Her collection Mothersong was shortlisted for the John Pollard Prize and named Book of the Year by The Telegraph and FT.
Location: The Walrus
Time: Doors open 6PM
Clelia Iruzun Piano Recital | 5 August
Renowned Anglo-Brazilian pianist Clélia Iruzun presents her favourite Chopin pieces in the intimate 1901 Arts Club – the perfect setting for a summer evening of classical brilliance.
Location: 1901 Arts Club
Time: 7:30PM
Steam Engine Pub Quiz | Multiple Dates
Think you’ve got what it takes to beat the locals? £2 entry, £30 bar tab for the winners – plus a rolling jackpot. Bring your smartest mates and test your trivia.
Location: The Steam Engine
Time: 7:30PM
Dates: 6, 13, 20, 27 August
Rooted Gardening Club | 6 August (and monthly through October)
Our beloved lunchtime gardening club is back! Join the team at Emma Cons Gardens to get stuck in and help green up Waterloo – no experience needed.
Location: Hercules Road
Time: 1-2PM
Perk: Free lunch market voucher
Plied and Prejudice at The Vaults | Multiple Dates
A delightfully unhinged, cocktail-fuelled spin on Jane Austen’s classic tale. Expect sass, surprises, and plenty of laughs in a uniquely immersive theatre experience.
Use code WEAREWATERLOO for 20% off tickets
Location: The Vaults
Dates: 7, 8, 9, 14, 15, 16, 21, 22, 23, 28, 29, 30 August
Times: 7PM (2:30pm matinees on Saturdays)
RAINBOW: Collection by Colour | Every Friday-Sunday in August
Step into a vivid world of historical fashion at this free exhibition from The School of Historical Dress. Garments are displayed in a rainbow colour story – a treat for textile lovers, creatives, and the curious alike.
Location: The School of Historical Dress
Times: Fridays 4-7:30PM, Saturdays & Sundays 1-5PM
Entry: Free
Pub Quiz at The King’s Arms | Sundays
Waterloo’s favourite pub quiz continues every Sunday at The King’s Arms. Great questions, cosy vibes, and a chance to win – what more could you want?
Location: The King’s Arms, SE1 8TB
Time: 7PM
Dates: 11, 18, 25 August
Webinar: Turn Footfall into Strategy | 12 August
PFM hosts a timely online discussion on how customer footfall is being used to reshape how shopping centres understand and manage their retail spaces. Perfect for business owners, property managers, and curious minds.
Location: Online
Time: 10AM
Wise Ram Theatre: Climate Theatre Workshop | 17 August
Theatre meets climate action in this monthly, inclusive workshop hosted by Wise Ram Theatre. Explore how storytelling can inspire change, followed by optional drinks and networking.
Location: The Glitch
Time: 2-4PM
Dr Bike | 20 August
Bring your bike down to Lower Marsh for a free lunchtime check-up by expert mechanics. First-come, first-served -no booking needed.
Location: Lower Marsh Market
Time: 11AM-2PM
Rooftop Takeover: Midnight Riot | 23 August
Dance into the evening at Circe’s Rooftop with feel-good disco, house, and boogie from Midnight Riot DJs. Summer beats, skyline views, and great drinks guaranteed.
Location: Circe’s Rooftop
Time: 3PM
Lower Marsh Lates Presents: Grease | 28 August
We’re closing out the Lower Marsh Lates summer series with a singalong classic. Join us for live music, street food, and the screening of Grease under the stars.
Location: Lower Marsh
Time: From 5:30PM, film starts at 6:30PM
Edible Marsh Gardening Club | 28 August
Get your hands dirty at this free lunchtime planting session. This week, it’s all about edible flowers – come down, pot up some herbs and blooms, and take them home. Perfect for urban gardeners or anyone curious to grow something green.
Location: Lower Marsh
Time: 1-2PM
Beginner’s Throwing Thursday | 28 August
A relaxed, hands-on pottery class for beginners in a small group. Learn throwing basics and keep your best creations.
Location: Mud Gang
Time: 6:30PM
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