EVENTS IN LONDON
Concerts, sporting events, exhibitions…
a few ideas of what not to miss when in London!
New Year's Day Parade
The 1st January 1987 was the first time the celebrated Lord Mayor of Westminster’s Big Parade hit the streets of London. Today, many years later, the New Year’s Day Parade of London is the largest event of its kind in the world.
Some 500,000 people take part each year and it is certainly an event not to be missed, guaranteed fun!
More information at
www.londonparade.co.uk
Wimbledon Lawn Tennis Championships
The Wimbledon Tennis Championship is the oldest and most prestigious tennis event.
The tournament is held from the end of June for two weeks, taking it into the beginning of July in the Wimbledon district of London.
It is the third of the Grand Slam tennis championship events. More information at www.wimbledon.org
Regent Street Festival
Regent Street , one of London’s most famous shopping streets, closes for this huge musical and theatrical parade.
As you walk along the street you can enjoy pop and classical music shows as well as theatrical pieces. The theme is Spain!
Regent Street, W1 more information at http://www.regentstreetonline.com
