Summer of Love
Get ready to fall in love with Kensington and Chelsea again this summer as we get back out and about post-lockdown.
We’re celebrating what our borough has to offer with exciting events and activities taking place from June to September and you’re invited to join in the fun.
There’s something for everyone to enjoy, from our parks, high streets and museums, to libraries, local businesses and more. As Covid-19 restrictions ease, it’s important to continue to follow the latest Government guidance when travelling, socialising and attending events to keep you and others around you safe this summer.
Check out what’s on in our calendar of events. This will continue to be updated over the summer so keep an eye out for more to come.
K&C Summer of Love Walking Map
If you are out and about in the borough or planning your day out, check out our walking map to find your way around some of our most popular landmarks and locations to explore.
Download map (PDF, 2.35MB)
Win amazing prizes by sharing the love for the borough this summer
A number of exciting competitions are set to launch throughout the summer with plenty of prizes up for grabs, as part of the Council’s new Summer of Love (SoL) campaign.
Win amazing prizes by sharing the love for the borough this summer
A number of exciting competitions are set to launch throughout the summer with plenty of prizes up for grabs, as part of the Council’s new Summer of Love (SoL) campaign.
RBKC Libraries Creative Collective
Date: Saturday 1 May 2021 to Thursday 30 September 2021.
Location: Central/North Kensington/Chelsea Library
An art exhibition showcasing people’s experiences of 2020 focusing on 4 themes: Lockdown, BLM Movement, Resilience and Hope and Community.
RBKC Libraries Creative Collective
Date: Saturday 1 May 2021 to Thursday 30 September 2021.
Location: Central/North Kensington/Chelsea Library
An art exhibition showcasing people’s experiences of 2020 focusing on 4 themes: Lockdown, BLM Movement, Resilience and Hope and Community.
The Curve
Date: From May 2021
The Curve Community Centre is offering a wide range of activities, including family exercise classes, cooking classes, educational classes, and much more, giving residents opportunities to learn and enjoy.
Summer Sundays at Portobello and Golborne Market
Date: Sunday 13 June to Sunday 22 August
Location: Portobello and Golborne
Portobello and Golborne Market is opening up for Summer Sundays 2021, as part of the markets' post-lockdown recovery.
Summer Sundays at Portobello and Golborne Market
Date: Sunday 13 June to Sunday 22 August
Location: Portobello and Golborne
Portobello and Golborne Market is opening up for Summer Sundays 2021, as part of the markets' post-lockdown recovery.
Wildlife Bingo
Date: June to September
Location: Holland Park
Explore the wild areas of RBKC's parks to discover the special plants and animals who live there.
Download the Wildlife bingo card (PDF, 1.76MB)
Wildlife Bingo
Date: June to September
Location: Holland Park
Explore the wild areas of RBKC's parks to discover the special plants and animals who live there.
Download the Wildlife bingo card (PDF, 1.76MB)
Kensington + Chelsea Festival
Date: Thursday 24 June to Tuesday 31 August
Location: across the Borough
The festival is inspired by the rich heritage, creativity, culture and innovation in Kensington and Chelsea and will include a diverse programme of events.
Kensington + Chelsea Festival
Date: Thursday 24 June to Tuesday 31 August
Location: across the Borough
The festival is inspired by the rich heritage, creativity, culture and innovation in Kensington and Chelsea and will include a diverse programme of events.
Underbelly Festival’s Wonderground at Earls Court
Date: Thursday 15 July to Sunday 26 September 2021
Location: Earls Court
Underbelly Festival are putting Earl's Court back on the map this summer with London Wonderground, an event bringing the former Earl’s Court Exhibition Centre site back to life for the summer.
Underbelly Festival’s Wonderground at Earls Court
Date: Thursday 15 July to Sunday 26 September 2021
Location: Earls Court
Underbelly Festival are putting Earl's Court back on the map this summer with London Wonderground, an event bringing the former Earl’s Court Exhibition Centre site back to life for the summer.
Mindfulness in Nature Walk
Date: Thursday 1 July, 12 August and 16 September, 6.30pm to 7.30pm
Location: Holland Park
Explore ways of deepening your connection with nature on this experiential visit to Holland Park’s wildlife area.
Mindfulness in Nature Walk
Date: Thursday 1 July, 12 August and 16 September, 6.30pm to 7.30pm
Location: Holland Park
Explore ways of deepening your connection with nature on this experiential visit to Holland Park’s wildlife area.
Summer of Love and the Museum of Brands
Date: Wednesday 21 July to Tuesday 31 August
The Museum of Brands invites you to go back to the Summer of Love with their 1970’s Memory Trail.
Summer of Love and the Museum of Brands
Date: Wednesday 21 July to Tuesday 31 August
The Museum of Brands invites you to go back to the Summer of Love with their 1970’s Memory Trail.
The Worst of Times, the Best of Times - Art project
Date: July and August 2021
Artists Francesca Giuliano and Mike Abrahams invite you to complete a short online questionnaire about your reading habits in and post-lockdown. The answers will become the building blocks for a new artwork to be revealed in Kensington Central Library this autumn.
The Worst of Times, the Best of Times - Art project
Date: July and August 2021
Artists Francesca Giuliano and Mike Abrahams invite you to complete a short online questionnaire about your reading habits in and post-lockdown. The answers will become the building blocks for a new artwork to be revealed in Kensington Central Library this autumn.
History Tour
Date: Wednesday 4 August and Tuesday 7 September
Location: Holland Park
Learn about the history of Holland House, the families that lived there and the pleasure grounds they created.
History Tour
Date: Wednesday 4 August and Tuesday 7 September
Location: Holland Park
Learn about the history of Holland House, the families that lived there and the pleasure grounds they created.
Summer Pop-Ups in Earls Court
Join in the fun at these limited pop-up events in Earls Court this August. These family-friendly events will have snacks, drinks and entertainment provided.
Pop-up locations and dates:
- The Pleasure Garden at Warwick Road Apron (opposite Earl’s Court Tube exit). Tuesday 17 August, 3.00pm to 7.00pm.
- Mund Street Green, West Kensington and Gibbs Green Estates. Saturday 21 August, 1.00pm to 4.00pm.
- The Pleasure Garden at Warwick Road Apron (opposite Earl’s Court Tube exit). Tuesday 24 August, 3.00pm to 7.00pm.
Summer Pop-Ups in Earls Court
Join in the fun at these limited pop-up events in Earls Court this August. These family-friendly events will have snacks, drinks and entertainment provided.
Pop-up locations and dates:
- The Pleasure Garden at Warwick Road Apron (opposite Earl’s Court Tube exit). Tuesday 17 August, 3.00pm to 7.00pm.
- Mund Street Green, West Kensington and Gibbs Green Estates. Saturday 21 August, 1.00pm to 4.00pm.
- The Pleasure Garden at Warwick Road Apron (opposite Earl’s Court Tube exit). Tuesday 24 August, 3.00pm to 7.00pm.
Xplorealms Website Development Kids Camp
Date: Monday 23 August to Friday 27 August
Location: Notting Hill or Online
Encourage your child to upskill on how to develop their very own website. During this 5 day long camp hosted by ‘Xplorealms’ your child will learn how to build a WordPress or ecommerce website, create content, focus on Search Engine Optimisation, add photos, and interactive elements to a website to optimise performance.
Xplorealms Website Development Kids Camp
Date: Monday 23 August to Friday 27 August
Location: Notting Hill or Online
Encourage your child to upskill on how to develop their very own website. During this 5 day long camp hosted by ‘Xplorealms’ your child will learn how to build a WordPress or ecommerce website, create content, focus on Search Engine Optimisation, add photos, and interactive elements to a website to optimise performance.
Luna Cinema
Date: Evening outside cinemas Wednesday 15 to Sunday 19 September.
With more than 175 screenings across 50 beautiful UK locations, Luna Cinema has lined-up every classic and feel-good film you can think of, as well as some brand-new prestigious venues like Sandringham and Longleat.
Luna Cinema
Date: Evening outside cinemas Wednesday 15 to Sunday 19 September.
With more than 175 screenings across 50 beautiful UK locations, Luna Cinema has lined-up every classic and feel-good film you can think of, as well as some brand-new prestigious venues like Sandringham and Longleat.
RHS Chelsea Flower Show
Date: Tuesday 21 to Thursday 26 September
Location: Chelsea
The world’s greatest flower show will be held with the usual cutting-edge garden design, fabulous floral displays and shopping opportunities.
RHS Chelsea Flower Show
Date: Tuesday 21 to Thursday 26 September
Location: Chelsea
The world’s greatest flower show will be held with the usual cutting-edge garden design, fabulous floral displays and shopping opportunities.
Chelsea History Festival
Date: Wednesday 22 to Sunday 26 September
This year’s Chelsea History Festival will bring the past to life through a series of talks, tours and events, both physical and virtual.
Chelsea History Festival
Date: Wednesday 22 to Sunday 26 September
This year’s Chelsea History Festival will bring the past to life through a series of talks, tours and events, both physical and virtual.
Portobello Live Festival
Date: Saturday 25 September
Location: Westway at Maxilla Social Club
West London’s favourite independent festival Portobello Live is back for its sixth exciting year, to be held at Maxilla. Showcasing local talent across music and spoken word, the festival is the heart and art of West London. Featuring Glen Matlock (Sex Pistols), Don Letts (DJ, Author, Big Audio Dynamite), ska legends The Launchers, plus a whole host of West London’s finest, the festival aims to unite the community with singing, dancing, laughter and love.
Portobello Live Festival
Date: Saturday 25 September
Location: Westway at Maxilla Social Club
West London’s favourite independent festival Portobello Live is back for its sixth exciting year, to be held at Maxilla. Showcasing local talent across music and spoken word, the festival is the heart and art of West London. Featuring Glen Matlock (Sex Pistols), Don Letts (DJ, Author, Big Audio Dynamite), ska legends The Launchers, plus a whole host of West London’s finest, the festival aims to unite the community with singing, dancing, laughter and love.
Centenary of The Rivers of London with Ben Aaronovitch
Date: Thursday 30 September
Location: Online
Ben Aaronovitch, has reached an important milestone - his fantastically popular Rivers of London series is ten years old! This event is a brilliant opportunity to probe into the mind of a great author.
Centenary of The Rivers of London with Ben Aaronovitch
Date: Thursday 30 September
Location: Online
Ben Aaronovitch, has reached an important milestone - his fantastically popular Rivers of London series is ten years old! This event is a brilliant opportunity to probe into the mind of a great author.
High Street Kensington Farmers' Market
Date: every Sunday
Location: High Street Kensington
Food market conveniently located just off Ken High St and road closure on Philimore Walk provides more space to shop.
High Street Kensington Farmers' Market
Date: every Sunday
Location: High Street Kensington
Food market conveniently located just off Ken High St and road closure on Philimore Walk provides more space to shop.
Kensington Central Libraries events
Date: Ongoing
Location: Virtual events online
Check out regular events hosted by the Kensington and Chelsea Libraries service with in-person and online events for people of all ages and interests to enjoy.
Kensington Central Libraries events
Date: Ongoing
Location: Virtual events online
Check out regular events hosted by the Kensington and Chelsea Libraries service with in-person and online events for people of all ages and interests to enjoy.