The capital’s best free events from Mar 10-17th
Dear {{ first name | Cheapskater }},
I don’t know about you but the start of the week seems to come round so quickly at the moment. Maybe it’s the warmer, sunny climes (which I’m loving btw) or the longer evenings?
I have a quick question to help us improve the newsletter and make sure we’re curating the events you want to see 😀
Have you been to a Cheapskate event lately?
I also wanted to share some bittersweet news that this is my last week at Cheapskate, as our superhero Kate is back next week! It has been an absolute pleasure bringing you London’s wonderfully diverse events, at the best price in town 😉 and I wanted to say a big thank you for all your support.
Have a swell week and tremendous spring/summer!
Sophia
P.S. Massive well done to Sarah O for winning tickets to the Tina Turner tribute night at Fulham Palace - hope you sing your lungs out 😉 Scroll down to see the down right superb surprises we have up for grabs in this week’s competitions.
MONDAY
EXHIBIT 🖼️ High St Ken, until Jan
Hue's next?
The Design Museum's Platform series debuted recently with a vibrant showcase of Bethan Laura Wood's work. Her art is cloaked in colour, textured designs & cool patterns that celebrate individuality. Drop in for free!
TASTE 🍹 Dalston Junction, 6-11.30pm
Silky pours
Sip, savour & explore the rich flavours of Jamaica at this Worthy Park rum tasting at Silk Cocktail Bar with expert Miguel Smith. Expect top-notch pours & insider knowledge - book ahead to secure your place.
TUESDAY
EXHIBIT 🖼️ South Kensington, until Sun
Digital tapestry
It’s the last week to see Jameel Prize: Moving Images at the V&A, which brings together seven artists from the Middle East & South Asia, inspired by Islamic culture, history, society & ideas. Their striking storytelling is worth a visit.
LATE 🌃 South Kensington, 6-9pm
Soft spot for science
Always wanted to make your own mushroom starter kit? Did you know London’s first beavers came 400 years ago? Get inspired at Imperial College’s Late - expect talks, workshops, exhibits, DJs & city science!
WEDNESDAY
UNWIND 🎨 Waterloo, Sat 5.30pm
‘Art & Poetry in Harmony’
We think you’ll love Southbank Centre’s latest Creative Encounters. It’s a dazzling fusion of relaxation, poetry, painting & performance, led by artists from the Black Women Art Network. Buckle in for a zen journey into creativity.
TALK 🗣️ Virtual, 6pm
Burn after reading
Our right to free expression is both intensely threatened & defended globally today. Dive into the world of banned books with Gresham College’s talk on the controversy & censorship behind them. Register for a place.
MUSIC 🎶 London Fields, from 6pm
The good kind of blues
Want to jazz up your week & kick those hump day blues with the good kind of blues? Hit up Patterns Weekly at Night Tales Loft for free after 9.30pm with live jazz from 8pm. Grab a killer cocktail & soak in the jazz & soul.
🎻 Competition time
This week, one lucky Cheapskate Club member will win a pair of tickets to a jaunty gig to see The Celtic Social Club at The Lexington on Mon Mar 17th (which also happens to be St. Patrick’s Day!).
The band is celebrating an incredible decade with a ‘best of’ album. Expect a night where rock & pop meet folk magic, with electrifying performances & contagious vibes.
It’s not too late to join the Cheapskate Club for a chance to win (it’s only £2.50 a month at the moment!). Sign up by Wed Mar 12th.
PS. Members of the Cheapskate Club get automatic entry into all of our weekly competitions. If you’re not able to become a member, scroll down for our weekly free-to-enter competition.
THURSDAY
FOOD 🍷 Hackney Wick, until Apr 5
Floating restaurant fun
Riverside banquet & bevvie anyone? Every Thurs & Fri for the next month when you book a table for four (or more) at Barge East you’ll get a free house red or white wine. Locally sourced food, great company & waterside views, what’s not to love?
HISTORY 🛋️ Woolwich, until Sun
Lounge & learn
Check out The Windrush Front Room, Woolwich Works’ exhibit recreating a 1960s Caribbean living room. From music to memorabilia, it’s a tribute to the Windrush generation’s style, culture, stories & rich history.
EXHIBIT 🖼️ Peckham Rye, until Sun
Rethinking Eastern Europe
This Thurs In the Space Between Words opens at Copeland Gallery. From folk songs to dance, workshops to poetry, the show challenges views of modern Eastern Europe highlighting its great cultural diversity.
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FRIDAY
ART ✍️ Charing Cross, 2.45-3.45pm
‘Drop in & draw’
Do you enjoy drawing but need a bit of help? The National Gallery is hosting a taster drawing session where you'll sketch live models & explore the figure. It’s first come, first served, no experience needed!
MUSIC 🎶 Surrey Quays, 7.30-10pm
Classical soirée
Pop along to this classical music concert at The Longshore Room showcasing beautiful sounds in a relaxed setting. Perfect for anyone after a tranquil escape into the weekend. Reserve your spot.
WEEKEND
“Woman 5th Avenue” by Larry Fink
PHOTO 📸 Bond Street, Sat until May
Snap & strut
Check out Leica Gallery London’s new Fashion Forward exhibit, showing iconic fashion photography from the pages of Vogue, Tatler & Harper’s Bazaar. Feast your eyes on prints by legends like Irving Penn & Richard Avedon! No need to book.
EXHIBIT 📓 Euston, until Sept
‘Zines forever!’
Catch the first weekend of this intriguing display at the Wellcome Collection on the history of DIY publications & disability justice. You’ll discover how zines can further disability activism & support accessibility.
LEARN 🏛️ Great Portland St, until Sat
The future is coming on
RIBA’s Festival of the Future explores how architecture, tech & design shape our lives & futures. Register here for one of their many activities, from panels to family fun & workshops.
SHOP 💿 Hackney Wick, Sun 1-7pm
A record find
Vinyl lovers, this one's for you! Wax on Tap brings a record fair packed with vinyls to dig through, plus some epic tunes for you to subtly shazam while you browse. It’s at Grow Hackney if you fancy a mooch.
FUN 💚 Charing Cross, Sun 12-6pm
Shamrock & roll
St. Patrick’s Festival is back with a vibrant parade, live music, dancing & non-stop Irish cheer! This year’s Grand Marshals, Katie-George Dunlevy & Kellie Harrington, lead the way - grab a Guinness & join the sea of green!
And for dessert...
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🛍️ ICYMI check out Aldi’s incredible Specialbuys! These are limited-edition items that go on sale online a few days before they hit the stores & are always great value for money. I’ve been waxing lyrical to my friends about this collapsible laundry basket & this storage secret - can you tell I’m super into household gadgets (& keeping my space clean & tidy!)? - Georgia
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🏊♀️ For the intrepid readers among you, the unheated 🥶 Brockwell Lido is offering £2 lunchtime dips in March. Grab your towel (& wetsuit probably!) & rock up on Mon-Fri 12-2pm. Go on, dip your toe in & make a splash to welcome spring!
💦 Phizz is launching an immersive Hydration Week with a juicy pop-up in London from Mar 14-16th. With a hydration station in Soho, a 5k social run & a feel-good yoga class you’re spoilt for choice! If you can’t make the events grab your tasty effervescent tablets with electrolyte support at most supermarkets & health retailers. My fave flavours are mixed berry & mango. - Georgia
🧁 Lola’s Cupcakes have unveiled some special Eid Al-Fitr sweet treats for the month of Ramadan. The Middle Eastern-inspired flavours are quite honestly out of this world, from chocolate pistachio & kunafa to almond, honey & date. If you can’t choose, go for the Eid cupcake box & try them both - 🤤 irresistible! - Sophia
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