Welcome to the August Edition of The Insider. The city truly comes into its own in August with golden evenings, weekends by the river, and a calendar full of world-class events that make it impossible to stay indoors.
Notting Hill Carnival
London’s most iconic street party roars back with feathered costumes, steelpan rhythms, and Caribbean soul pulsing through West London. From sunrise sound systems to sizzling jerk chicken stalls and Soca-fuelled parades, it’s an unapologetic celebration of culture, colour, and community.
Pintxito
Pintxito is a lively Basque pintxo bar in the heart of Covent Garden. The menu captures the spirit of San Sebastián with its daily-changing counter of baby squid, gildas, and king oyster mushrooms with piquillo – perfect for a pre-theatre nibble.
A Midsummer Night’s Dream
Summer wouldn’t be complete without Shakespeare’s renowned masterpiece. Directed by Nicolas Hytner, this revival is a gender fluid, inventively comedic twist on the classic complete with Bunny Christie’s stage design and Arlene Phillips’ dance moves. Make sure to catch it before the summer is over.
For the full list of new openings, must-see exhibitions, sports events and more, read the August Edition of The Insider.
