Exhibitions & Art Events in London
540 upcoming exhibitions & art events
London's exhibitions and art scene offers a distinctive blend of historic grandeur and contemporary innovation that defines the capital's cultural character. Visitors explore vast galleries housed within palatial settings like Kensington Palace alongside intimate spaces such as Marble Arch Place, where curated collections invite quiet contemplation. The city hosts an impressive array of over five hundred active events annually, ranging from major displays at the Palace Theatre to experimental works at venues like Twist Museum. Crowds here are often discerning audiences seeking intellectual engagement rather than mere spectacle. This landscape thrives on deep-rooted traditions of patronage while embracing bold new voices that challenge established norms. Whether one wanders through marble halls or navigates bustling streets near major transport links, the experience remains uniquely London. It is a place where art history intersects with modern creativity, offering endless opportunities for discovery without relying on fleeting seasonal trends or commercialised hype.
As of August 2026, EventsList.co.uk lists 540 upcoming exhibitions & art events in London, Greater London, including 9 free to attend. Each listing is updated three times daily from verified UK ticketing sources and includes the date, venue, price and a direct booking link.
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FREETour: Guided tour
📍 The National Gallery
FREETour: Stories in the Gallery
📍 The National Gallery
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Edward Carpenter Exhibition
Twist Museum - London's Home of Illusions PEAK
📍 Twist Museum
Kensington Palace - Standard Admission
📍 Kensington Palace
Ramses and the Pharaoh’s Gold: The Exhibition
📍 Neon at Battersea Power Station
Create your own postcard at Marble Hill
📍 Marble Hill House
FREEStories in the Gallery
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Onam Festival 2026, Kerala, India
📍 Whitechapel Gallery
Hatis Noit @ Erased Tapes Sound Gallery
📍 Erased Tapes Sound Gallery
FREETour: Birds in art: A feathered tour of the collection
📍 The National Gallery
FREEExperience: Among the trees: Forest bathing through landscapes
📍 The National Gallery
Twist Museum - London's Home of Illusions PEAK
📍 Twist Museum
FRAMELESS 2026
📍 Marble Arch Place
Prehistoric Planet: Discovering Dinosaurs
📍 The Lightroom
Kensington Palace - Standard Admission
📍 Kensington Palace
Ramses and the Pharaoh’s Gold: The Exhibition
📍 Neon at Battersea Power Station
FREE—
The Story of the Westerham Foundlings - An Exhibition at Quebec House in collaboration with Coram
📍 Quebec House
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‘Journeys – Wedding Shawls, Baghs and Phulkaris from the Karun Thakar Collection'
📍 Osterley Park and House
FREEQueen's Park Up Close and Personal
📍 St John the Evangelist, Kensal Green
Twist Museum - London's Home of Illusions PEAK
📍 Twist Museum
Ramses and the Pharaoh’s Gold: The Exhibition
📍 Neon at Battersea Power Station
Prehistoric Planet: Discovering Dinosaurs
📍 The Lightroom
The Banqueting House - Standard Entry
📍 Banqueting House
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Exhibitions & Art Events in London — Complete Guide
Discover the vibrant exhibitions & art scene in London with EventsList.co.uk's comprehensive event listings. Our platform aggregates exhibitions & art events from across London, providing you with detailed information including venue details, ticket prices, and direct booking links.
Whether you're looking for tonight's exhibitions & art events or planning ahead for the weekend, our real-time listings are updated daily to ensure you never miss out on the best exhibitions & artexperiences London has to offer.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many exhibitions & art events are on in London?
There are currently 540+ upcoming exhibitions & art events in London. New events are added daily — check back regularly or browse by date to find the best upcoming exhibitions & art in the city.
Are there free exhibitions & art events in London?
Yes — 9 of the current exhibitions & art listings in London are free to attend. Use the free events filter to see them all.
Where can I find exhibitions & art events in London this weekend?
Browse this weekend's exhibitions & art events in London at /london/events/this-weekend, or use the date filters to see what's on today, tonight or later this week.
How do I book tickets for exhibitions & art events in London?
Every exhibitions & art listing on EventsList.co.uk includes a direct booking link to the official ticket seller. Open any event to see full details, pricing and the "Book Tickets" button.
How often are exhibitions & art listings updated on EventsList?
We pull in new exhibitions & art events for London three times a day from official UK ticketing platforms including Ticketmaster, Skiddle and Eventbrite, so you always see the most up-to-date listings.
Exhibitions & Art Events in London — Your Complete Guide
London's exhibitions and art scene is one of the most exciting in the UK, with a rich mix of major international shows, homegrown talent, experimental galleries, and pop-up art spaces that keep the visual arts calendar constantly refreshed.
The city's galleries span the full spectrum: publicly funded institutions with world-class permanent collections sit alongside commercial galleries representing emerging artists, artist-run spaces showcasing experimental work, and temporary exhibition spaces that transform warehouses, shops and unusual venues into immersive art environments.
Photography, sculpture, installation, painting, printmaking, digital art and craft all feature strongly in London's exhibition programme. Many shows are free to enter, and the city's late-night gallery openings (often free, with drinks) have become an established part of its social calendar — a chance to see new work and meet the artists who made it.
London's creative community is deeply engaged: open studio events, artist talks, workshops tied to current exhibitions, and print fairs give visitors the chance to go beyond passive viewing and engage directly with the creative process. If you're new to art, following a gallery's social media accounts or joining a mailing list is the best way to stay on top of the constantly changing programme.