What's on in West London
West 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 West 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.
West · this week
Constantinople to Istanbul: One City, Two Empires
07/11/2026 - 09/05/2027
Daily 10:00-17:45 (Fri 22:00)
Victoria & Albert Museum (V&A)
Becoming America - How Science Shaped a Nation - FREE
23/10/2026 - 25/04/2027
Daily: 10:00-17:00 (Pre-book online)
Science MuseumThe Music is Black: A British Story
18/04/2026 - 10/01/2027
10:00-18:00 (Fri & Sat 21:00)
Victoria & Albert Museum (V&A)Urushi Now: Contemporary Japanese Lacquer - FREE
30/04/2026 - 30/04/2027
10:00-17:45
Victoria & Albert Museum (V&A)Jean ProuvéMaison Démontable
16/05/2026 - 31/12/2026
Tue-Sat: 10:00-18:00; Sun: 11:00-17:00
Carpenters Workshop Gallery LondonRising Voices: Contemporary Art from Asia, Australia and the Pacific
16/05/2026 - 10/01/2027
10:00-17:45
Victoria & Albert Museum (V&A)Drawn on the Western Front: Paul Sarrut and the Indian Army
07/07/2026 - 21/02/2027
10:00-17:30
National Army MuseumRichard Owen: A Natural Legacy - FREE
24/07/2026 - 04/01/2027
10:00-17:30 - free but book ahead
Natural History MuseumThe Burberry Trench: Crafting an Icon - FREE
21/09/2026 - 03/01/2027
10:00-17:45 (Fri 22:00)
Victoria & Albert Museum (V&A)
Visions of Nature: A mixed reality experience
05/10/2026 - 03/01/2027
10:15-16:45
Natural History MuseumJustin Caguiat: Change Ringing - FREE!
08/10/2026 - 10/01/2027
Tue-Sun 10:00-18:00
Serpentine Gallery (South)
The Town Mouse & The Country Mouse
24/10/2026 - 15/11/2026
Various times, see the event link for more information.
Puppet Theatre BargeForgotten India at 80: The Stories You Don’t Know - FREE
03/11/2026 - 15/11/2026
10:00-17:30
National Army Museum
Tradition/Rebellion: Coming-of-Age Style in Kitakyushu, Japan
11/11/2026 - 28/02/2027
Mon-Sat: 10:00-20:00; Sun: 12:00-18:00
Japan House London
Late Night Jazz: Cinna Peyghamy (Curated by Sarathy Korwar)
13/11/2026
21:30
Royal Albert Hall (Elgar Room)
SYLVIA
13/11/2026 - 15/11/2026
Fri 13 Nov 19:30; Sat 14 Nov 14:30 & 19:30; Sun 15 Nov 13:00 & 18:00
Royal Albert Hall
Late Night Jazz: The Gary Crosby Quintet presents Mingus Moves
14/11/2026
21:30
Royal Albert Hall (Elgar Room)Venues in West London · 76
- Austrian Cultural Forum
- Beck Theatre
- British Airways ARC
- Bush Hall
- Bush Theatre
- Cadogan Hall
- Canal Cafe Theatre
- Capital Theatre
- Carpenters Workshop Gallery London
- Chelsea Old Town Hall
- Chelsea Theatre
- Coronet Theatre
- Czech Centre
- Design Museum
- Drayton Arms
- Ealing Picturehouse
- Electric Cinema Portobello
- Electric Cinema White City
- Empress Museum
- Eventim Apollo
- Everyman Chelsea
- Everyman Maida Vale
- Everyman The Whiteley
- Exhibition White City
- Finborough Theatre
- Frontline Club
- Goethe-Institut London
- Gunnersbury Park Museum
- Institut Français
- Japan House London
- Kensington Palace
- Leighton House
- London Museum of Water & Steam
- Lost Estate
- Lyric Hammersmith
- Lyric Hammersmith (Studio)
- Marble Hill Park
- Museum of Brands
- National Army Museum
- Natural History Museum
- O2 Shepherd's Bush Empire
- ODEON Luxe Acton
- Opera Holland Park
- Orange Tree Theatre
- Paradox Museum London
- Pitzhanger Manor & Gallery
- Playground Theatre
- Puppet Theatre Barge
- Questors Theatre
- Richmond Theatre
- Riverside Studios
- Royal Albert Hall
- Royal Albert Hall (Elgar Room)
- Royal College of Music (Amaryllis Fleming Concert Hall)
- Royal College of Music (Britten Theatre)
- Royal College of Music (Museum)
- Royal College of Music (Performance Hall)
- Royal Hospital Chelsea
- Saatchi Gallery
- Sambourne House
- Science Museum
- Serpentine Gallery (North)
- Serpentine Gallery (South)
- Simon Ray
- St Mary Abbots Church
- Tabard Theatre
- Thackeray Gallery
- The Chiswick Cinema
- The Gate Picturehouse
- The Irish Cultural Centre
- Turner's House
- Unit 1 Gallery Workshop
- Victoria & Albert Museum (V&A)
- Vue - Fulham
- Vue - Shepherd's Bush
- Vue - Westfield (Shepherd's Bush)
Frequently asked questions
What's on in West London this week?
The list above shows cultural events at venues across West London — exhibitions, theatre, concerts and film — updated day by day, with our picks first.
Are there free things to do in West 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 West London?
West 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.