We’ve rounded up the best events and one-of-a-kind London experiences in Covent Garden to help you plan your next visit to the West End. Whether it’s exclusive pop-ups on the Piazza, in-store events, artist installations or discovering the latest new openings in the neighbourhood, we’ve got you covered for the ultimate day out in Central London.
Whether you're planning for your West End itinerary, visiting internationally or staying in the loop as a local, add these goings-on to your Covent Garden must-see list and check out all of the very best things to do in London.
📍East Piazza
🗓 February Half Term
Calling all foodies! Join us this February Half Term for our Piazza Half Term Happenings. Grab a bite to eat from our selection of family friendly pop-ups serving up a mix of sweet and savoury meals for on the go, including:
📍29 Henrietta Street
🗓 Open now until May
Discover Nespresso's range of tastes and flavours at their Henrietta Street pop-up store. Browse the latest selection of coffee products, including capsules, machines and accessories to elevate your at-home coffee experience. You can even recycle your old coffee capsules in-store!
📍Across Covent Garden
🗓 20th - 24th February
Celebrating London's creative scene and one of the West End's most fashionable neighbourhoods, head to Covent Garden this London Fashion Week. Create your own catwalk style with fashion from Ganni, Free People, A.P.C, Theory and many more fashion flagships.
As London's Beauty Quarter, shop some of the biggest beauty names starting with favourites from CHANEL, Tom Ford, Charlotte Tilbury and Glossier
As an official partner of London Fashion Week February 2025, Dylon invites you to the ‘Rethink New Laundrette’, an exciting pop up giving you the opportunity to reimagine, rework and revive an old favourite item from your wardrobe to make it feel brand new again.
Through a series of masterclasses - hosted by renowned experts from the sustainable fashion world including Shakaila Forbes-Bell, The New Craft House and Andrea Cheong – guests will learn new skills to renew their existing fashion staples.
📍28 Henrietta Street
📍9b Royal Opera House Arcade
🗓 Saturday 1st March
Visit the Molton Brown store in Covent Garden for a luxury event, celebrating the store's birthday! Treat yourself or a loved one to a unique and personalised touch with exquisite gold leaf designs, adding a touch of glamour to your favourite products.
Sign up now for the free, one-day event for in-store personalisation on fragrance bottles and candles, alongside a mixologist who will be shaking up some delicious cocktails.
📍10 Henrietta Street
🗓 Every Thursday throughout February
Thursdays just got a lot more fabulous at Mrs Riot with Free Fizz Thursdays! The perfect night out, get the gang together and head over to Henrietta Street for an hour of FREE fizz from 6pm-7pm when you order any delicious dish from the menu.
Drink, dine and be entertained by an Open Mic Karaoke, hosted by the iconic Cardan Jaay! Whether you are belting out Beyoncé, dancing with your girls, or just enjoying the atmosphere, let the bubbles flow and reserve your spot now.
📍10 Henrietta Street
🗓 Monday 24th February
Mrs Riot is back with Musical Mondays, a riotous night packed with killer vocals from your favourite musical theatre performers, chats, games and endless fun. Hosted by West End superstar Grace Mouat (SiX, & Juliet, Mean Girls the Musical and more), Musical Mondays will play host to a line-up of some of the biggest names in musical theatre. Occurring on the last Monday of every month, Musical Mondays is the perfect opportunity to see your favourite musical theatre performers perform up close and personal like never before, then hit the stage for free open mic after the show!
Upcoming dates: 31st March, 28th April, 26th May & 30th June
📍London Transport Museum
🗓 February-October
Visit the London Transport Museum this year for an afternoon of live performances from some of London's most talented, young classical and jazz musicians. Set against the unique backdrop of the museum's iconic collection, the performances are equipping young musicians at the start of their careers with real-world performance experience, and adding an unmissable bonus to your visit.
Visit on Friday afternoons for the Museum’s Transported by Culture: Music programme, where you can experience the stories of London and its transport history, whilst enjoying a musical performance from a future rising star.
This months upcoming performances: 28th February, 2pm-3pm
📍Somerset House
🗓 Open until 13th April
Unearthing soil’s vital role in our planet’s future.
To celebrate World Soil Day, Somerset House announces new artists, additional details of contributing works, new digital programme, and an expansive public programme as part of its landmark exhibition, SOIL: The World at Our Feet, which opens on 23 January 2025 in the Embankment Galleries.
Inviting the audience to think about soil as much more than just dirt, this exhibition seeks to unlock the secrets of soil, emphasising how it is the priceless foundation of all life on Earth, and celebrating the everyday encounters that most of us don’t typically realise come from the soil.
This exhibition will also mark the launch of Somerset House at 25 – a milestone year as they mark the coming of age as the home of cultural innovators.
Open daily 10am - 6pm
Whether you're new to ballet and opera or you've loved them all your life, Royal Opera House something for you.
From incredible tours, free family activities to extraordinary lunchtime experiences there is always something happening in the Royal Opera House.
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With over 200 stores to choose from, Covent Garden is one of London’s hottest shopping destinations.
From complimentary beauty makeovers to monogramming and personalisation services, we’ve rounded up the very best services and experiences on offer in the area.
Enjoy over 55 locations and 1,300+ seats available
📍1 Aldwych Hotel, London
Experience the ultimate afternoon tea for the whole family, from big kids to children, immerse yourself in the world of Roald Dahl's magical literature with the Charlie and Chocolate Factory Afternoon Tea at One Aldwych.
📍8-9 James Street
🗓 Every Friday and Saturday evening
Immerse yourself in an evening of delicious dining and entertainment at at Gaucho Covent Garden. Enjoy a three-course meal paired with a glass of Chandon upon arrival at the restaurant, alongside a half bottle of wine per guest. In your evening of dance and dining, watch enchanting tango performances, while you enjoy your main.
Post-performance, head down to the restaurant basement and indulge in a selection of cocktails, wine, and sparkling fizz.
📍Covent Garden neighbourhood
🗓 4th March
With March slowly crêping up on us, it's time to get ready for Shrove Tuesday in Covent Garden. From sweet to savoury, indulge in a delicious treat this Pancake day at our favourite Covent Garden restaurants and cafes.
Enjoy pancake treats from Apple Butter Café, The Ivy Market Grill, The Breakfast Club and more.
