What's on in South East London
South East London packs a remarkable amount of culture into a short walk. From landmark venues to smaller galleries, theatres and music spaces, this part of the city rewards anyone willing to explore beyond the obvious — and much of what's on is easy to combine into a single outing.
This page tracks the exhibitions, theatre, concerts and cinema on at venues across South East London this week. We show each event's venue, dates and how to book, so you can build a plan around where you already are or fancy heading. Whether you want a gallery afternoon, an evening show or a family day out, start here.
Follow any listing through for full details, times and booking. For a wider view, browse what's on today or this weekend across the whole city.
South East · this week
Monarchy: An Exhibition of Royal Fans
09/05/2026 - 26/09/2026
Tuesday to Saturday, 11am - 5pm. Final admissions at 4:30pm each day.
Fan Museum
Liane Lang RA: London Crucible
26/06/2026 - 25/07/2026
18:00-21:00
Kristin Hjellegjerde Gallery (Tower Bridge)The Jonathan Larson Project
09/07/2026 - 10/08/2026
Mon-Sat 19:30 (+ Thu & Sat 14:30)
Southwark Playhouse Borough
Whatever the Weather
03/07/2026 - 16/08/2026
Tue-Sun 10:30 & 12:30 & 14:30
Unicorn Theatre (Clore Theatre)
ZWO Astronomy Photographer of the Year
31/08/2025 - 31/08/2026
Tue-Sun 10:00-18:00
National Maritime Museum
Benton End: A Paradise of Pollen and Paint
02/06/2026 - 20/09/2026
Generally daily 10:00-17:00, but check for closures
Garden Museum
Eileen Cooper RA
03/09/2025 - 03/10/2026
Mon-Sat 11:00-18:00
Kristin Hjellegjerde Gallery (Tower Bridge)In Focus: Nurse Catherine Pine
06/03/2026 - 04/10/2026
Museum is open Tuesday to Sunday, 10am – 5pm (last entry 4.30pm)
Florence Nightingale MuseumBeauty and Destruction: Wartime London in Art - FREE
20/03/2026 - 01/11/2026
Daily 10:00-18:00
Imperial War MuseumVoyage to the Deep – Underwater Adventures
01/06/2026 - 01/11/2026
10am – 5.30pm. Quiet Times: usually afternoons in term time.
Horniman Museum & Gardens
Healing Spaces: Healthcare Design Past, Present and Future
18/11/2025 - 31/12/2026
Tue-Sun 10:00-17:00
Florence Nightingale MuseumFrequently asked questions
What's on in South East London this week?
The list above shows cultural events at venues across South East London — exhibitions, theatre, concerts and film — updated day by day, with our picks first.
Are there free things to do in South East London?
Often, yes. Many London venues offer free entry to their collections and free events. See our free things to do page for everything on this week with no ticket.
How do I get to South East London?
South East London is well served by the Underground, buses and, in central areas, walking between venues. Check each venue's page for its address and nearest station.
How current are these listings?
They're refreshed continuously, so the events shown reflect what's actually on in this part of London this week.