Chart the life of the legendary musician and writer Patti Smith as she discusses her intimate memoir Bread of Angels in conversation with Dua Lipa. In an iconic pairing, Lipa talks to Patti Smith ...

Whether you are just starting out as a writer, or have been writing for years, this event is the perfect opportunity to gain inside insight from literary professionals that could help advance your ...

A groundbreaking VR experience where live piano meets a mind-blowing world that you can can walk around and explore. Featuring an avatar of superstar pianist Yuja Wang performing on a real, ...

Come along for a chance to talk about the books you love, share your recommendations and go home with a new book to tuck into. Like the London Literature Festival itself, a broad range of books are ...

Explore how artists, digital innovation and AI are reshaping the world we live in at London’s newest celebration of art, imagination and technology. Through art, performance, music, demos, debate, and ...

Situated in the heart of London, on the banks of the River Thames is the Southbank Centre’s Royal Festival Hall, a beacon for arts and culture for over 70 years. The 2,700 capacity Royal Festival Hall ...

The Queen Elizabeth Hall is a leading London venue showcasing world-class talks, gigs, dance, performance and classical music. Originally opened by Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II in 1967, our Queen ...

Toast to independent publishers as we share readings from – and conversation about – books that defy the ordinary, hosted by Okechukwu Nzelu and Eliza Clark. This month’s edition features readings and ...

Player one ready? Player two ready? Join us at Four Quarters for a winter wonderland of arcade delights at their pop-up ...

Take your KS2 classes on an adventurous poetic journey with an interactive show from the poet and former Children’s Laureate. In this special London Literature Festival event, Coelho takes your ...

Opening up to our Riverside Terrace, with views over the River Thames and beyond, Festival Bar & Kitchen is one of London’s most popular meeting spots. But there’s more to this place than just a great ...

Take a break in our Ballroom Cafe with a Community Blend coffee – or maybe even a cake or sweet-treat from our on-site bakery – and you might be lucky enough to take in a lunchtime concert or ...