Autumn is the perfect time of the year to get away and see something new. And there’s plenty to see and do in London. It’s still warm enough to enjoy London out of doors – pop ups continue to offer food, booze and fun and there are tons of great autumn events to enjoy both indoors and out.
So why not come down and visit us at the Washington Mayfair Hotel. Our location is in the heart of London city and so offers a great location to stay when visiting this great city.
In this article we will be exploring some events and experiences that will be happening during the month of October in London.
FRIEZE SCULPTURE 2017 IN REGENT’S PARK – until 7th October 2018
Explore a free outdoor exhibition featuring 25 new and significant works by some of the world’s most famous sculptors with Frieze Sculpture 2018 in Regent’s Park’s English Gardens. Highlights of the sculpture trail include works by Larry Achiampong, John Baldessari, Rana Begum, Yoan Capote, James Capper, Elmgreen & Dragset, and Tracey Emin. You can also join a guided tour of the open-air display, or download the free Frieze Sculpture Audio Tour app, with descriptions of all the artworks on show. Visit the official website for more information.
NFL LONDON GAMES 2018 – 14, 21 and 28 October 2018
The NFL has played regular-season games in London since 2007, with Wembley Stadium having hosted 18 games and almost 1.5 million attending fans. In 2016 and 2017, games were also played at Twickenham Stadium. The schedule for the 2018 NFL London Games features a series of firsts, including three teams playing a regular-season game in London for the first time including Super Bowl LII Champions, the Philadelphia Eagles facing the Jacksonville Jaguars at Wembley.
The 2018 London Games schedule is as follows:
14 October 2018 – Seattle Seahawks v Oakland Raiders
21 October 2018 – Tennessee Titans v Los Angeles Chargers
28 October 2018 – Philadelphia Eagles v Jacksonville Jaguars
Visit the official website for more information.
MUSEUM AT NIGHT – from 25 to 27 October 2018
Explore museums, galleries and heritage with late-night exhibitions, Halloween-themed events, quirky activities and spooky guided tours, Museum at Night is a fantastic opportunity to enjoy London’s culture and history in a new light. Find the list of all the museums visiting the official website of Museum at Night. We are the perfect place to stay during your Halloween weekend!
HALLOWEEN IN LONDON – from 26th to 31st October 2018
London is steeped in history, and therefore home to countless ghost stories and gruesome, grisly tales: myths and urban legends as well as terrible, true facts. From haunted venues and bone-chilling attractions, to special Halloween tours and gripping family events, plan your Halloween in London with our roundup of gory ideas and horrifying activities.
- Explore museums and galleries after dark with Museums at Night‘s Halloween-themed activities.
- Explore The London Dungeon, where London’s horrible history and terrifying characters come vividly to life.
- Look out for spooky goings-on at the Tower of London, Hampton Court Palace and Kensington Palace, as these Historic Royal Palaces usually host Halloween-themed events.
- Join a very mortal talk, tour or workshop, including visits to London’s most famous cemeteries, during the London Month of the Dead.
- Catch a West End musical featuring monsters, witches and mysterious characters this Halloween, such as The Phantom of the Opera and Wicked.
- Delve into the menacing world of the Dark Arts as the Harry Potter sets get a Halloween makeover at Warner Bros. Studio Tour London.
Find out more on VisitLondon.com
OPENING OF THE QUEEN’S DIAMOND JUBILEE GALLERIES – until 31st December 2020
Located high above the world-famous abbey in the medieval triforium, the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee Galleries offer spectacular views of the church and the Houses of Parliament. The new exhibition and gallery is home to more than 300 objects from Westminster Abbey’s treasured collection, which traces its 1,000-history through four themes: Building Westminster Abbey, Worship and Daily Life, Westminster Abbey and the Monarchy, and The Abbey and National Memory. Visit the official website for more information.
AUTUMN BREAK AT THE WASHINGTON MAYFAIR HOTEL
Our Autumn Break package includes:
- 15% off the Best Available Rate
- Free English Buffet Breakfast
- Complimentary Wi-Fi
Rate is subject to availability and on sale for stays between Monday 10th September and Sunday 28th October 2018.
Rate requires full prepayment at the time of booking and is then non-cancellable, non-refundable and cannot be amended.