With spring on the way and the days getting a bit lighter, there’s loads going on in Waterloo this month. London may have Theatre Week, but here in Waterloo we’ve got a whole month of theatre – alongside Morley College’s festival, River Walk Arts, and plenty more happening across the neighbourhood.
Tom Stoppard’s acclaimed play comes to Waterloo for a major run at The Old Vic – a big, bold theatre night in the heart of the neighbourhood.
Location: The Old Vic
Time: Various Times
Walrus Pub Quiz | Multiple Dates
Put your knowledge to the test at The Walrus Pub Quiz – a fun evening of trivia, drinks and friendly competition, with prizes up for grabs.
Location: The Walrus Hostel, Westminster Bridge Road
Time: 7-9pm
Walrus Saturday Live Music | Multiple Dates
A relaxed live music session at The Walrus – a great pick for an easy evening with good music and drinks.
Location: The Walrus Bar
Time: 7pm
Arthur Miller’s Olivier Award-winning play lands at the Young Vic this month for a powerful evening of theatre.
Location: Young Vic
Time: Various times
Emergency Exit Exhibition | Multiple Dates
A thought-provoking exhibition/event at the Imperial War Museum exploring the fight for independence in Malaya, Kenya and Cyprus.
Location: Imperial War Museum
Time: 10-6pm
Ancient Grease | Multiple Dates
A live event at The Vaults bringing something bold, offbeat and full of character to Waterloo’s evening line-up.
Location: The Vaults
Time: Various times
The Windmill Live Music | Multiple Dates
Live music every Wednesday at The Windmill, with a mix of styles from blues and folk to acoustic rock and electric covers.
Location: The Windmill, 86 The Cut, SE1 8LW
Time: 7:30pm
Late-night DJ sets at Vaulty Towers, with a soundtrack of current hits and crowd-pleasing classics.
Location: Vaulty Towers
Time: 8pm
A free live music performance at Waterloo Station, as part of Morley College’s Performers of Morley Festival — perfect for brightening up your Friday.
Location: Waterloo Station, The Sidings
Time: 4-5pm
A relaxed life drawing session for anyone looking to get creative, practise sketching, or try something new.
Location: Vaulty Towers
Time: 11-1pm
Gimmie Gimmie Gimmie Brunch | 7 March
A lively brunch with big energy, great music and a fun weekend atmosphere — ideal for groups and celebrations.
Location: Circe’s Rooftop
Time: 12:30-2:30pm
That Irish Brunch | Multiple Dates
Expect Irish brunch vibes, singalongs and plenty of energy at this popular regular brunch at Molly Mcs.
Location: Molly Mcs
Time: 1-3pm
Hindi Open Mic Night | 8 March
A welcoming open mic night celebrating Hindi-language performance, creativity and community.
Location: The Glitch
Time: 2:30-5:30pm
Orion Lewis: Leave It To Me | 12 March
A live comedy/performance night with Orion Lewis bringing a fresh set and sharp energy to Waterloo.
Location: The Glitch
Time: 8:30-9:30pm
Body Of People: Jazz In Motion | 13 March
A live performance blending movement and music, bringing jazz and physical expression together in an energetic evening.
Location: Waterloo Centre
Time: 7-9pm
The Mayors Big Pub Quiz Of The Year | 14 March
A bigger-than-usual pub quiz night with plenty of laughs, competition and a strong weekend atmosphere.
Location: Lambeth Assembly Hall
Time: 7-10pm
A live cultural/performance event bringing together music, storytelling or performance influences from across traditions.
Location: The Glitch
Time: 8:30-9:30pm
A stand-up comedy night with Lara Ricote – expect sharp material, big laughs and a brilliant midweek night out.
Location: The Glitch
Time: 8:30-9:30pm
Beauty And Destruction | Multiple Dates
Beauty and Destruction: Wartime London in Art is a free exhibition that tells the story of London during the Second World War, as seen by artists.
Location: Imperial War Museum
Time: 10-6pm
Open Studio Event | Multiple Dates
Step inside Make Space Studios for a two-day open studios event, with the chance to explore creative spaces and discover work by resident artists and makers.
Location: Make Space Studios
Her Soundworlds: Voices Of Women In Chamber Music | 20 March
A chamber music event celebrating women’s voices and compositions in an intimate live setting.
Location: Waterloo Centre
Time: 7-8:30pm
River Art Walk: Stone Carving | 21 March
A creative riverside workshop inviting participants to explore stone carving in a hands-on outdoor setting.
Location: Make Space Studios, Newnham Terrace
Time: 12-5pm
River Art Walk: Mono Print & Mark Workshop | 21 March
A practical art workshop focused on mono print and mark-making, ideal for anyone looking to get creative by the river.
Location: Make Space Studios, Newnham Terrace
Time: 10-12pm
A relaxed beginner-friendly hand-building pottery session – bring your own drink and spend the evening getting creative with clay.
Location: Mug Gang
Time: 6:30-8pm
Waterloo Pub Walk: History, Hops & Hidden Corners
A guided pub walk through Waterloo’s streets, combining local history, hidden corners and some well-earned stops along the way.
Location: Kings Arms
Time: 5-7pm
Traumedy: A Guide To Being A Fabulous Homeless Addict By Iain Anderson | 28 March
A bold and darkly funny performance blending humour and honesty in a deeply personal show.
Location: The Glitch
Time: 5:30-6:30pm
