Discover the best of London in July with our essential guide to the city’s top events and summer experiences. From the excitement of Wimbledon and scenic picnics in Greenwich Park to canal boat tours, outdoor cinema nights, riverside performances at The Scoop, and the London Craft Beer Festival – find all the dates, prices, and booking links you need for a perfect summer in the capital.
Wimbledon Championships
Date: 30 June – 13 July 2025
Location: All England Lawn Tennis & Croquet Club, SW19
Tickets: From around £20 for grounds entry; higher for show courts
Website: wimbledon.com
Tip: Even without tickets, join the excitement at outdoor screenings across the city
Picnic in Greenwich Park
Date & Time: Open daily, all day
Admission: Free
Location: Greenwich Park, SE10 8QY
Highlights: Panoramic city views, Rose Garden, perfect for a summer picnic
V&A East Storehouse
Opening Hours: Daily 10:00–18:00; Thursday and Saturday: 10.00 – 22.00
Admission: Free (special exhibitions may charge)
Location: Cromwell Rd, SW7 2RL
Website: vam.ac.uk
Highlights: a triumph – a gallery-warehouse hybrid that transforms public access to world-class museum collections.
Canal Boat Tour
Operating Hours: Around 10:00 – 17:00 (varies by company)
Prices: from £12
Booking: londonwaterbus.com
Highlights: Relaxing cruise along Regent’s Canal, scenic city views
Outdoor Cinema
Typical Times: Evenings, around 19:00 – 22:30
Prices: £15–£25 depending on venue
Venues: Rooftop Film Club (Peckham/Stratford), Everyman on the Canal (King’s Cross), Summer by the River (London Bridge City, some free)
Booking: Via venue websites
Tip: Bring a blanket and enjoy a movie under the stars
The Scoop – Riverside Amphitheatre
Dates: July, mainly evenings
Admission: Free
Location: The Scoop, Queen’s Walk, SE1 2DB
Website: londonbridgecity.co.uk
Highlights: Free live music, theatre, and films by the Thames
London Craft Beer Festival
Date: 18 – 19 July 2025
Location: Greenwich Peninsula, SE10 0DX
Tickets: £15 – £20 (includes tasting glass and access to all beers)
Website: londoncraftbeerfestival.co.uk
Highlights: 150+ beers, street food, live music, and workshops
July in London isn’t about checking off a list – it’s about stumbling onto a jazz band by the river, sharing a laugh at an outdoor movie, or finding your favourite spot in a park you’ve never visited. However you spend it, London in July is full of moments worth keeping.
