Which London sporting event would you pick? Here’s all the live sport happening this week 🏏🎾

Exploring London’s Premier Sporting Events This Week: Your Guide to Live Action

If you’re seeking an exciting way to spend your weekend in London, there’s no shortage of live sporting events to choose from. From adrenaline-pumping darts competitions to thrilling rugby derbies, London offers a diverse array of sporting spectacles for fans and newcomers alike. Here’s a curated list of the most compelling upcoming events with tickets still available—whether you’re a dedicated sports enthusiast or looking for a lively outing.

Top Highlights of the Week

This week’s standout events include the highly anticipated Premier League Darts Play-Offs at The O2 on Thursday evening, where the season’s top four dart players compete in knockout semi-finals and a grand final to determine the champion. On Saturday, the intense London rugby rivalry heats up as Saracens face Harlequins at StoneX Stadium—an unmissable fixture in the Premiership Rugby calendar, with Saracens vying for a coveted playoff spot.

Here’s a detailed look at the full schedule:

Thursday, 28th May

1. Premier League Darts Play-Offs at The O2
2. Doors open at 6:00 pm
3. Tickets starting from £43

4. Experience the culmination of 17 weeks of intense competition as the top four players battle it out in semi-final matches, concluding with a final to crown the champion in a high-energy, atmosphere-filled setting.

5. UK Open Pool Championship at Brentwood Centre, Essex

6. Ongoing until Sunday, 31st May
7. Tickets from £11

8. Perfect for newcomers to live pool, this championship showcases some of the best pool players in a competitive and engaging environment—accessible via the Elizabeth Line for easy travel from central London.

9. Women’s World Sevens Football at Community Stadium, Brentford

10. 28th–30th May
11. Tickets from £20
12. A thrilling showcase of women’s football, featuring fast-paced sevens matches that highlight the growing popularity of the sport.

Saturday, 30th May

1. Men’s Premiership Rugby: Saracens vs Harlequins at StoneX Stadium
2. Kick-off at 1:00 pm
3. Tickets from £36

4. London’s iconic rugby rivalry takes center stage as two of the city’s top teams clash in a game that promises intense competition and electric atmosphere.

5. Women’s Premiership Rugby: Harlequins vs Leicester Tigers at Twickenham Stoop

6. 2:30 pm start
7. Tickets for £15

8. Supporting women’s rugby in London, this match offers exciting gameplay and a fantastic family-friendly environment.

9. Rugby League Challenge Cup Finals Day at Wembley Stadium

10. Starting from 11:45 am
11. Tickets from £25
12. The day features two major finals: the women’s final between St Helens and Wigan Warriors, followed by the men’s final, Hull KR versus Wigan Warriors—an unmissable event for rugby league fans.

Sunday, 31st May

1. Women’s FA Cup Final at Wembley Stadium
2. Kick-off at 3:00 pm
3. Tickets from £20

4. Witness the pinnacle of women’s football as Brighton takes on Manchester City in a highly anticipated showdown at one of London’s most iconic venues.

5. Vitality Blast T20 Cricket Matches

6. Middlesex vs Hampshire Hawks at Merchant Taylors’ School, Northwood
   • 2:30 pm start
   • Tickets from £24
   • Enjoy a more intimate cricket experience outside traditional stadiums—ideal for cricket enthusiasts seeking relaxed, lively atmospheres.
7. Surrey County Cricket Club at Kia Oval:
   • Women’s match against Somerset at 12:15 pm
   • Men’s match against Kent at 4:30 pm
   • Tickets from £31
   • A full-day cricket double-header offering both women’s and men’s fixtures in a vibrant setting.

day trips from London

Although not strictly within the city, the Lexus Birmingham Open at Edgbaston Priory Club (31st May–7th June) presents an excellent opportunity to enjoy grass-court tennis at the transition point of the season. Easy train connections make it a perfect day-trip destination to experience top-tier tennis away from the London hustle.

Your Sports Weekend Starts Here

London’s rich sporting calendar ensures there’s something for every fan this week. Whether you’re drawn to the precision of darts, the physicality of rugby, or the fast-paced action of cricket, live events provide an unparalleled experience. Which event are you most excited to attend? Do you have other sports plans on your radar? Share your thoughts and plans in the comments below.