WHAT’S ON IN LONDON
We invite you to experience London’s incredible events and activities happening across the city this summer. Whether you’re staying in our luxury hotel in Marylebone or passing by for a spot of lunch in the sunshine at our new Laurent-Perrier Nobu Terrace – here are our top things to do in London this summer season.
CANDLELIGHT CONCERTS
WHEN – UNTIL THE END OF 2022
A host of concerts illuminated by candlelight and performed by classical musicians have come to the capital. Enjoy a tribute to Coldplay at Southwark Cathedral, or Fleetwood Mac classics played on violin and piano in St Mary’s Church.
After an evening of music, return to your room or suite at Nobu Hotel London Portman Square to relax, or to continue the fun sip one of our iconic cocktails at Marylebone’s sexiest after light spots – our Nobu Bar.
JAPAN: COURTS & CULTURE
WHEN – 8 APRIL – 12 MARCH 23
Travel to Ancient Japan through the doors of her Royal Majesty’s Palace and explore the rare artefacts that have been shared to the western world. This Royal Collection explores the historical connection between Japan and Britain and allows you to discover the court and culture of Japan.
The Japanese exhibition is held in the beautiful Queens Gallery in Buckingham Palace and has some of the most beautiful items to show, from Japanese lacquers to ancient samurai armour. The aim of this extraordinary exhibition is to celebrate the relationship between Britain and Japan, so why not have a Japanese inspired Afternoon Tea in The Lounge at Nobu Hotel London Portman Square, a British tradition with a unique Japanese twist.
TIFFANY & CO VISION & VIRTUOSITY EXHIBITION
WHEN – UNTIL 19 AUGUST
Take a journey through time as you walk around a seven-section exhibition exploring the history of innovation and craftsmanship behind some of the most famous jewels of Tiffany & Co.
For the first time in years, you are able to view the extraordinary creations of designers like Jean Schlumberger who’s art has been hidden in the Tiffany Archives. This exhibition is allowing rare artefacts to see the light of day as they are taken out of the vaults and placed for the public to see.
To achieve full luxury, enjoy a fine dining experience at Nobu Restaurant and enjoy our iconic dishes such as Black Miso Cod and Yellowtail Jalapeño before you head down to the Saatchi Gallery for the beautiful exhibition.
CHRISTMAS AT KEW
WHEN – 16 NOVEMBER – 8 JANUARY
During the festive season, Kew Gardens host one of the most beautiful events, with dazzling trails of light and spectacular views of lakeside reflections. Keep warm with a mug of rich hot chocolate or spiced cider while taking in the glow of the lit up evening sky. What better way to spend a winter evening strolling through the illuminated evening trail at The Royal Botanic Gardens. Before heading off to the beautiful event , enjoy a luxurious Japanase tasting menu at Nobu Restaurant Portman Square – our famous signature Omakase Menu is an eight course tasting menu created by our talented chefs with the season and Nobu’s iconic dishes in mind.
CHRISTMAS AT KEW
WHEN – 16 NOVEMBER – 8 JANUARY
During the festive season, Kew Gardens host one of the most beautiful events, with dazzling trails of light and spectacular views of lakeside reflections. Keep warm with a mug of rich hot chocolate or spiced cider while taking in the glow of the lit up evening sky. What better way to spend a winter evening strolling through the illuminated evening trail at The Royal Botanic Gardens. Before heading off to the beautiful event , enjoy a luxurious Japanase tasting menu at Nobu Restaurant Portman Square – our famous signature Omakase Menu is an eight course tasting menu created by our talented chefs with the season and Nobu’s iconic dishes in mind.
WINTER WONDERLAND, HYDE PARK
WHEN – 19 NOVEMBER – 3 JANUARY
London’s most magical event of the year has to be Winter Wonderland which is held every year in Hyde Park, which is just steps away from our Marylebone hotel. Winter Wonderland has something for everyone, with Christmas rides and one of London’s best festive markets. Skate your way into winter with London’s largest outdoor ice rink with a 30ft lit Christmas tree. Our concierge team are on hand to organise your visit to Hyde Park this winter, Nobu Hotel London Portman Square is the perfect luxury hotel to stay at for your festive celebration. Experience Nobu Restaurant in Marylebone before your visit and enjoy a Christmas cocktail in The Lounge.
WINTER WONDERLAND, HYDE PARK
WHEN – 19 NOVEMBER – 3 JANUARY
London’s most magical event of the year has to be Winter Wonderland which is held every year in Hyde Park, which is just steps away from our Marylebone hotel. Winter Wonderland has something for everyone, with Christmas rides and one of London’s best festive markets. Skate your way into winter with London’s largest outdoor ice rink with a 30ft lit Christmas tree. Our concierge team are on hand to organise your visit to Hyde Park this winter, Nobu Hotel London Portman Square is the perfect luxury hotel to stay at for your festive celebration. Experience Nobu Restaurant in Marylebone before your visit and enjoy a Christmas cocktail in The Lounge.
NEW YEAR’S DAY RUN – HYDE PARK
WHEN – 1 JANUARY
Shake off the Christmas cobwebs and hit the new year running with the annual Serpentine Running Club New Year’s Day 10km race and 3km Fun Run within the beautiful grounds of Hyde Park and Kensington Gardens, a stone’s throw away from Nobu Hotel London Portman Square. The 10km race and 3km fun run are open to runners of all abilities, with young children and families encouraged to take part in the 3k fun run.
For a little post-run pampering, why not book our Renew at Nobu package – including a restorative and relaxing 75 Minute Nobu Zen Massage per person in Nobu Wellness, a healthy Detox Bento Box and non-alcoholic cocktail for two guests in Nobu Restaurant for lunch to refuel, luxurious accommodation, and a delicious breakfast the following morning.
NEW YEAR’S DAY RUN – HYDE PARK
WHEN – 1 JANUARY
Shake off the Christmas cobwebs and hit the new year running with the annual Serpentine Running Club New Year’s Day 10km race and 3km Fun Run within the beautiful grounds of Hyde Park and Kensington Gardens, a stone’s throw away from Nobu Hotel London Portman Square. The 10km race and 3km fun run are open to runners of all abilities, with young children and families encouraged to take part in the 3k fun run.
For a little post-run pampering, why not book our Renew at Nobu package – including a restorative and relaxing 75 Minute Nobu Zen Massage per person in Nobu Wellness, a healthy Detox Bento Box and non-alcoholic cocktail for two guests in Nobu Restaurant for lunch to refuel, luxurious accommodation, and a delicious breakfast the following morning.
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FRIEZE LONDON
WHEN – 12 – 16 OCTOBER
Returning to Regent’s Park in October 2022, we welcome Frieze London as one the world’s most famous contemporary art fairs. Just a short distance from Nobu Hotel London Portman Square, Frieze London will be showcasing over 160 influential pieces from galleries around the world. Expect over 60,000 visitors across the fair, all discovering the incredibly enchanting work created mainly post year 2000.
FRIEZE LONDON
WHEN – 12 – 16 OCTOBER
Returning to Regent’s Park in October 2022, we welcome Frieze London as one the world’s most famous contemporary art fairs. Just a short distance from Nobu Hotel London Portman Square, Frieze London will be showcasing over 160 influential pieces from galleries around the world. Expect over 60,000 visitors across the fair, all discovering the incredibly enchanting work created mainly post year 2000.
LONDON DESIGN FESTIVAL
WHEN – 17 – 25 SEPTEMBER
This September, the London Design Festival – one of the highlights of the capital’s cultural calendar- is celebrating its 20th anniversary. Visitors can expect incredible installations, exhibitions and events, to celebrate some of the world’s best designers and their creations, and to showcase London as a powerhouse for the creative industries. Whilst the festival hub remains at the V&A, installations will be present across the city, including a life-sized media platform from Sony Design at Cromwell Place, which will play sensorial effects transforming ‘simple boundary surfaces into an infinite vista through shifting light, colour and sound’. This year’s festival commission will be a collaboration between architects Stanton Williams, engineers Webb Yates and natural stone supplier LSI Stone to produce ‘Henge’, a project in Greenwich Peninsula inspired by Neolithic stone structures.
To set you up for a day of exploring all the festival has to offer, enjoy a Japanese twist on breakfast in The Lounge at Nobu Hotel London Portman Square – why not try a salmon and scrambled egg donburi or yuzu crab Benedict.
SUMMER IN THE SQUARE, MARYLEBONE – PORTMAN SQUARE
WHEN – 5 JULY, 17 AUGUST, 7 SEPTEMBER
Our beautiful Marylebone hotel is located just steps away from the famous Marble Arch and Oxford Street, but also the tranquil Portman Square Gardens. Hotel guests have exclusive access throughout their stay but the Baker Street Quarter are opening up the Portman Square Garden’s gates to the public for ‘Summer In The Square’. Enjoy the square on the selected dates for a day of street food, picnics and refreshing beverages served in their fully stocked bar.
Bring your family, friends or work colleagues and celebrate the best season in the city.
SUMMER IN THE SQUARE, MARYLEBONE – PORTMAN SQUARE
WHEN – 5 JULY, 17 AUGUST, 7 SEPTEMBER
Our beautiful Marylebone hotel is located just steps away from the famous Marble Arch and Oxford Street, but also the tranquil Portman Square Gardens. Hotel guests have exclusive access throughout their stay but the Baker Street Quarter are opening up the Portman Square Garden’s gates to the public for ‘Summer In The Square’. Enjoy the square on the selected dates for a day of street food, picnics and refreshing beverages served in their fully stocked bar.
Bring your family, friends or work colleagues and celebrate the best season in the city.
TIFFANY & CO VISION & VIRTUOSITY EXHIBITION
WHEN – UNTIL 19 AUGUST
Take a journey through time as you walk around a seven-section exhibition exploring the history of innovation and craftsmanship behind some of the most famous jewels of Tiffany & Co.
For the first time in years, you are able to view the extraordinary creations of designers like Jean Schlumberger who’s art has been hidden in the Tiffany Archives. This exhibition is allowing rare artefacts to see the light of day as they are taken out of the vaults and placed for the public to see.
To achieve full luxury, enjoy a fine dining experience at Nobu Restaurant and enjoy our iconic dishes such as Black Miso Cod and Yellowtail Jalapeño before you head down to the Saatchi Gallery for the beautiful exhibition.
TIFFANY & CO VISION & VIRTUOSITY EXHIBITION
WHEN – UNTIL 19 AUGUST
Take a journey through time as you walk around a seven-section exhibition exploring the history of innovation and craftsmanship behind some of the most famous jewels of Tiffany & Co.
For the first time in years, you are able to view the extraordinary creations of designers like Jean Schlumberger who’s art has been hidden in the Tiffany Archives. This exhibition is allowing rare artefacts to see the light of day as they are taken out of the vaults and placed for the public to see.
To achieve full luxury, enjoy a fine dining experience at Nobu Restaurant and enjoy our iconic dishes such as Black Miso Cod and Yellowtail Jalapeño before you head down to the Saatchi Gallery for the beautiful exhibition.
AFTERNOON TEA WEEK
WHEN – 9 – 14 August
National Afternoon Tea Week pays tribute to the great British tradition this August, and what better to celebrate than to enjoy our delectable Afternoon Tea in the heart of Marylebone village? London’s newest Japanese inspired Afternoon Tea is served in The Lounge, and blends the essentials of the traditional western Afternoon Tea ceremony, with elements of Japanese culture and tradition.
AFTERNOON TEA WEEK
WHEN – 9 – 14 August
National Afternoon Tea Week pays tribute to the great British tradition this August, and what better to celebrate than to enjoy our delectable Afternoon Tea in the heart of Marylebone village? London’s newest Japanese inspired Afternoon Tea is served in The Lounge, and blends the essentials of the traditional western Afternoon Tea ceremony, with elements of Japanese culture and tradition.
WIMBLEDON
WHEN – 27 JUNE – 10 JULY
One of the biggest events in the London calendar – this year’s world-famous tennis Championships is set to take place from 27 June, concluding on the 10 July with the Men’s Final on the iconic Centre Court.
Just a stone’s throw away from our Marylebone hotel is Portman Square, where residents and guests of Nobu Hotel London Portman Square can watch the games live on screens in the luscious park. Our exclusive summer Wimbledon accommodation offer features an overnight bed and breakfast stay, Laurent-Perrier champagne in your bedroom or suite and access to Portman Square gardens throughout your stay. In its 135th iteration, this year all eyes are sure to be on British number one, Emma Raducanu.
WIMBLEDON
WHEN – 27 JUNE – 10 JULY
One of the biggest events in the London calendar – this year’s world-famous tennis Championships is set to take place from 27 June, concluding on the 10 July with the Men’s Final on the iconic Centre Court.
Just a stone’s throw away from our Marylebone hotel is Portman Square, where residents and guests of Nobu Hotel London Portman Square can watch the games live on screens in the luscious park. Our exclusive summer Wimbledon accommodation offer features an overnight bed and breakfast stay, Laurent-Perrier champagne in your bedroom or suite and access to Portman Square gardens throughout your stay. In its 135th iteration, this year all eyes are sure to be on British number one, Emma Raducanu.
MARYLEBONE SUMMER FESTIVAL
WHEN – 18 – 19 JUNE 2022
Our local Marylebone neighbourhood will see its annual summer event returning on Saturday 18 and Sunday 19 June. Featuring an open-air cinema in Paddington Street Gardens, live music, alfresco bars, a dog show, and exclusive offers in the Village’s boutiques and restaurants, the Marylebone Summer Festival will offer something for everyone. Combine one of our summer accommodation offers with your attendance to Marylebone’s Summer Festival and adventure around London in the sun.
MARYLEBONE SUMMER FESTIVAL
WHEN – 18 – 19 JUNE 2022
Our local Marylebone neighbourhood will see its annual summer event returning on Saturday 18 and Sunday 19 June. Featuring an open-air cinema in Paddington Street Gardens, live music, alfresco bars, a dog show, and exclusive offers in the Village’s boutiques and restaurants, the Marylebone Summer Festival will offer something for everyone. Combine one of our summer accommodation offers with your attendance to Marylebone’s Summer Festival and adventure around London in the sun.
THEATRE WITH US.
WHEN – UNTIL 18 JUNE
Jodie Comer in ‘Prima Facie’ at the Harold Pinter Theatre
Killing Eve’s Jodie Comer makes her West End debut in the one-woman show, Prima Facie. The Emmy and BAFTA award-winning actress takes the stage at the Harold Pinter Theatre in Suzie Miller’s powerful play, running for a limited season until 18th June. Our concierge team will be happy to assist with the latest theatre tickets.
THEATRE WITH US.
WHEN – UNTIL 18 JUNE
Jodie Comer in ‘Prima Facie’ at the Harold Pinter Theatre
Killing Eve’s Jodie Comer makes her West End debut in the one-woman show, Prima Facie. The Emmy and BAFTA award-winning actress takes the stage at the Harold Pinter Theatre in Suzie Miller’s powerful play, running for a limited season until 18th June. Our concierge team will be happy to assist with the latest theatre tickets.