With the long weekend finally upon us, it is time to let loose and enjoy your time off work. If you’re at a loose end and need to make plans, here is our pick of what’s happening around the capital this weekend.
Good Ship Benefit – Friday 29th April
Celebrate payday in style with Good Ship Benefit. Set with a backdrop of the Thames on the waters of Victoria Embankment, the company have transformed a ship into a one-stop pampering haven styled to perfection with San Francisco influences. Partake in beauty classes, fitness sessions and most importantly cocktails as you visit rooms devoted to the perfect brow, skin and lashes before making it towards the deck to party along to DJ sets and fabulousness. Find out more here: http://www.goodshipbenefit.com/benefit-bar.php.
Fashion Heritage Exhibition – Friday 29th April
Protein celebrates urban fashion heritage tonight with an exhibition dedicates to some of the greats of yesteryear: Fila, Kappa, Schott NYC, Hummel and Liquiproof. In this display you can view unseen pieces and fashion editorials that will bring to life the cultural trends of years gone by. Once you’ve browsed the collection you can view revered vintage pieces from Burberry, Benentton, Stone Island and Polo Ralph Lauren. Find out more here: https://www.facebook.com/RichLondonPR/.
Cub De Fromage On Ice – Friday 29th April
There are few better ways to spend a Friday night than partying at Alexandra Palace on an ice rink to cheesy pop music. The music will consist of everything from Abba to Taylor Swift and will be joined by a fully licensed bar. Fancy dress, games and prize giveaways will all make an appearance though you are not obliged to take part. You can hire ice skates at the venue for a small fee though booking is recommended. Check it out here: http://www.alexandrapalace.com/whats-on/club-de-fromage-on-ice/.
Peckham Salvage Yard – Saturday 30th April
Get your vintage fix this weekend at the Peckham Salvage Yard. Find anything from clothing to homeware or even homemade items at this South London market. This event is arranged from the group behind the Hackney Flea Market. Whilst bargain hunting, you can indulge in one of the many street food stalls on offer whilst enjoying music from the live DJ set. Find all the details here: http://www.hackneyfleamarket.com/calendar/2016/4/30/peckham-salvage-yard.
Canalway Calvacade – Saturday 30th April
This weekend, Little Venice will be splayed with colour as May bank holiday weekend is set to hold the annual gathering of canal boats organised by the Inland Waterways Association. Roughly 130 boats will be moored along the Grand Union Canal between Blomfield Road, Warwick Avenue and Warwick Crescent for the Canalway Cavalcade. Many of the buildings around will be decorated for the event while morris dancers, real ale tents, trade stalls, live music and children’s activities will offer entertainment for the day. All you need to know can be found here: https://www.waterways.org.uk/events_festivals/canalway_cavalcade/iwa_canalway_cavalcade.
Army Vs Navy Babcock Trophy Rugby Match – Saturday 30th April
On Saturday 80,000 spectators will descend on Twickenham for the largest amateur game in world rugby. A finely tuned Army XV will face off against an in-form Navy XV in the 99th meeting between the two teams. Matches between the women’s and veteran teams will take place earlier on in the day leading up to the main event. Take a look for yourself here: http://www.englandrugby.com/news/features/army-navy-twickenham-from-front-line-try-line/.
Masquerave – Saturday 30th April
Masquerave is a night to truly remember. From Samuel L. Jackson’s cancer charity One For The Boys, this night is billed to be a huge fundraising event for the cause. Some of dance music’s biggest names will be making appearances with names like Jamie XX, Benji B, Eats Everything and Faithless all performing. Other influential guests are set to appear with all proceeds going towards the fight against male cancer. This black tie masquerade is not to be missed. More info here: http://oftbunite.com/events/.
London Falafel Festival – Sunday 1st May
If you are a falafel lover then there is really only one place for you to be this weekend. The London Falafel Festival is a celebration of the insanely popular vegetarian dish. Based in Borough Market, chefs from Cairo, Beirut and North London will prepare four unique dishes that will then be in turn judged by the attendees. If you can’t resist a bit of Falafel then check out the event here: http://www.youngandfoodish.com/event/london-falafel-festival-1-may/.
The Bloody Brunch Club – Sunday 1st May
The Bloody Brunch Club does not see brunch as the usual recovery session by more as a bridge to more partying. Expect to hear an array of reggae, soul and funk music alongside a special tribute to legendary musician Prince. Combine this with a selection of gourmet brunch dishes, your choice of Bloody Mary variations and the screening of classic childhood films. All because your bank holiday weekend deserves a happy ending. Book your place here: https://grubclub.com/the-bloody-brunch-club/the-bloody-brunch-club-the-bloody-brunch-club-bank-holiday-special/6206.