Best London Events for 20s & 30s
London, 2026-09-07 to 2026-09-13
Looking for the best London events for meeting new people in your 20s and 30s? This page rounds up what's on in London each week - handpicked events for getting out, trying something new, and making friends, updated regularly.
What's on in London (from around the web)
- Barnet Food Festival — Sat 12 - Sun 13 September 2026
A family-friendly street food festival at RAF Museum London featuring 40+ global food and drink stalls (from Nepalese momos to Japanese katsu curry), live music and a free Kids Zone, all set among historic aircraft.
More info - Waterworks Extended — Sat 12 - Sun 13 September 2026 (36-hour marathon)
A one-off 36-hour electronic music marathon at The Cause following the cancellation of the original Waterworks festival, with seven stages hosting artists including Daniel Avery, Midland, Eris Drew and DjRUM.
More info - London Design Festival 2026 (opening) — Starts Sat 12 September 2026 (runs to 20 Sept)
The 24th edition of this major design festival kicks off, with exhibitions, installations and talks across 11 design districts including the V&A and Barbican, exploring AI and digital design alongside traditional craft.
More info - Open House Festival (London) — Starts Sat 12 September 2026
London's celebration of architecture opens its doors, letting visitors explore normally inaccessible buildings across the capital for free as part of the annual Open House programme.
More info - Last Night of the Proms — Sat 12 September 2026
The finale of BBC Proms 2026 at the Royal Albert Hall, featuring pianist Yuja Wang, tenor Nicky Spence and the BBC Symphony Orchestra in the season's traditional flag-waving culmination.
More info - Club Boots (queer electronic night) — Fri 11 September 2026, 10pm-4am
A new underground electronic queer club night launching at The Glove That Fits in Hackney, featuring DJs Katie Baxter, Meg Ward and more.
More info - The Comedy Store at Woolwich Works — Fri 11 September 2026, 7.30pm
The Comedy Store kicks off a series of stand-up events at Woolwich Works with comedians Dave Fulton, Markus Birdman, Lily Phillips and Jimmy McGhie on the bill.
More info - The Dunwich Horror: An Opera — Week of 7-13 September 2026, 7pm
Part of Tête à Tête: The Opera Festival 2026, this experimental opera adapts H.P. Lovecraft's tale using flute, theremin and human voices, with audience participation invited.
More info - London Podcast Festival — Running through mid-September 2026 at Kings Place
A live podcasting festival hosting top UK and US audio talent, including Wrong Turns with Jameela Jamil, No Such Thing As A Fish, and The Beef and Dairy Network Podcast.
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Upcoming OkGather events in London
- ⭐ London Social for 30s & 40s | Meet New People ⭐ — Tue 15 Sep, 18:00
**Welcome! 😄** This is a friendly, informal social event to meet new people, have great conversations, and enjoy a relaxed atmosphere. It’s all about good vibes and building genuine connections. 🥂 \-\
View on OkGather - ⭐ London Social for 20s & 30s | Meet New People ⭐ — Wed 16 Sep, 18:00
**Welcome! 😄** This is a friendly, informal social event to meet new people, have great conversations, and enjoy a relaxed atmosphere. It’s all about good vibes and building genuine connections. 🥂 \-\
View on OkGather - ⭐ London Social for 20s & 30s | Meet New People ⭐ — Wed 23 Sep, 18:00
**Welcome! 😄** This is a friendly, informal social event to meet new people, have great conversations, and enjoy a relaxed atmosphere. It’s all about good vibes and building genuine connections. 🥂 \-\
View on OkGather - ⭐ London Social for 30s & 40s | Meet New People ⭐ — Tue 29 Sep, 18:00
**Welcome! 😄** This is a friendly, informal social event to meet new people, have great conversations, and enjoy a relaxed atmosphere. It’s all about good vibes and building genuine connections. 🥂 \-\
View on OkGather - ⭐ London Social for 20s & 30s | Meet New People ⭐ — Wed 30 Sep, 18:00
**Welcome! 😄** This is a friendly, informal social event to meet new people, have great conversations, and enjoy a relaxed atmosphere. It’s all about good vibes and building genuine connections. 🥂 \-\
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