Explore North London This Weekend: A Guide to Events & Activities for July 25-26, 2024
Looking for engaging and enjoyable activities to fill your weekend in North London? From lively markets and outdoor festivals to unique cultural experiences, there’s plenty to explore. Below is a curated list of notable events happening across North London this weekend. Feel free to add your suggestions in the comments!
Wine Car Boot at Coal Drops Yard
Location: Coal Drops Yard, N1C
Date: July 25
Cost: Free (Glass + tokens: £20)
Experience a wine lover’s paradise at the Wine Car Boot, a unique market where independent wine shops and importers sell their favourites directly from car trunks. Tasting tickets are £20, which includes a glass, a tote bag, and five tokens redeemable at shop prices—making a decent glass of rosé as low as £2.50. The event also features cider, beer, vermouth, food stalls, and live music. It’s a family-friendly event that welcomes dogs, running from noon to 8 pm.
Pick Your Own Flowers at GROW Farm
Location: GROW Farm, Totteridge Academy, N20
Date: July 25
Cost: Free (Flowers from £4)
Celebrate nature by harvesting your own fresh flowers on a working farm in Totteridge. Choose from sunflowers, cosmos, and snapdragons, all cultivated without chemicals. Filling a jar with your picked blooms starts at just £4. Visitors have described it as “a little bit of heaven,” perfect for relaxing walks and aromatic experiences. The event runs from 10 am to 2 pm—book your free spot today.
Wembley Park Live
Location: Wembley Park, HA9
Date: July 26
Cost: Free (Advance booking required)
Enjoy a vibrant outdoor concert featuring eight diverse acts spanning soul, funk, folk, and pop genres. The Royal Philharmonic Orchestra also makes a special appearance with a string quartet. Visitors can indulge in street food and browse curated market stalls. Attendance is free but requires prior booking, so reserve your spot early.
Islington Boot Fair
Location: Vittoria Primary School, N1
Date: July 26
Cost: Free
Discover vintage treasures at the new Islington Boot Fair, held every other Sunday. Located in the school playground near the canal on Treaty Street, it offers an array of vintage clothes, books, records, homeware, toys, plants, and tools. Arrive early to snag the best finds! This community market operates from 9 am to 4 pm.
One-Hour Reading Rave in the Park
Location: Gasholder Park, N1C
Date: July 26
Cost: Free (RSVP required)
Participate in a unique twist on reading with the “Reading Rave”—an hour spent silently enjoying books outdoors. Bring your choice of reading material, a blanket or chair, and relax among fellow book lovers. Afterward, attendees can exchange reading recommendations. The event runs from 2 pm to 3 pm; reserve your spot in advance.
The Great Enfield Vintage & Collectibles Fair
Location: St Stephen’s Church Hall, EN1
Date: July 25
Cost: £1 entry
Step back in time with a rummage through Victorian glassware, vintage records, perfumes, jewelry, and cigarette cards. Local stallholders showcase their treasures, with a café serving fried foods, soups, and cakes all day. Perfect for collectors and curious minds alike. The fair is open from 9 am to 3 pm; children and dogs can attend free.
Ice Heritage Weekend at London Canal Museum
Location: London Canal Museum, N1
Dates: July 25-26
Cost: Varies (some events may be ticketed)
Discover the historical ice wells beneath the museum, where Norwegian ice was stored during the Victorian era. On Sunday, join a guided descent into the wells, watch Victorian-style ice cream being made without modern freezers, and view archival films. Saturday features family-friendly storytelling, an ice-trail, and a photographic journey through the ice trade. Boat trips are available on both days. The Sunday descent is for ages 12+ and requires booking.
The Grand Summer Fête at Art Workers’ Guild
Location: Art Workers’ Guild, WC1N
Date: July 25
Cost: Free
Enjoy a lively fête filled with creative games and activities curated by the historic Art Workers’ Guild. From toy theatre performances and fortune-telling to a photo studio, there’s fun for all ages. The event runs from 12 pm to 5 pm, making it a perfect family outing in Bloomsbury.
Camden Market South Asian Mela
Location: Camden Market Hawley Wharf, NW1
Date: July 25
Cost: Free
Immerse yourself in South Asian culture with a day of music, dance, and cuisine. The market features parades, stilt-walkers, performances on the main stage, and interactive workshops such as samosa-making, rangoli art, and sari dressing. Kids can enjoy henna, face painting, and giant puppets. A vibrant celebration of South Asian heritage awaits.
Islington Festival of Music and Art
Location: Various venues, Islington
Dates: July 24 – August 2
Cost: Varies
Since its inception as garden concerts during lockdown, this ten-day festival now features eclectic performances and creative events. Highlights include harp yoga, swing dancing, jazz inspired by literary giants, and classical compositions inspired by Shakespeare, Tolstoy, and Wilde. Venues include Little Angel Theatre, Old Sessions House, and Christ Church Highbury. Experience a diverse array of arts and music throughout the borough.
Lordship Hub Birthday Celebration
Location: Lordship Hub, N17
Date: July 25
Cost: Free
Join the community in celebrating the 13th birthday of the Lordship Hub with fun and games. Enjoy egg-and-spoon races, sack races, water pistol fights, hook-a-duck, bubble stations, and a tattoo booth. The event concludes with a cake-cutting at 3:15 pm. Festivities run from 12 pm to 4 pm.
GRAVITY Exhibition at Alexandra Palace
Location: Alexandra Palace, N22
Dates: July 23 – 28
Cost: Free
Discover stunning paintings by Niah McGiff, known for her layered approach of painting over old canvases. Her works explore figures caught between presence and disappearance, creating haunting and surreal visuals. The exhibition is open daily from 10 am to 4:30 pm.
Arrivals Community Day in Grahame Park
Location: The Old Library, NW9
Date: July 25
Cost: Free
Celebrate the diverse community of Grahame Park with Bollywood dancing, art displays, crafts, and a DJ. The event also features a kids’ zone and a photo archive project collecting stories and images of local youth from the Museum of Youth Culture. The festivities run from 1 pm to 4 pm—bring your old photos for the archive!
Whether you’re into arts, markets, music, or outdoor adventures, North London offers a wealth of options this weekend. Make the most of your time and explore the vibrant local scene.
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