The best things to do this weekend, 15-17 November
The best things to do this weekend, 15-17 November
Our top picks of the best things to get up to: panto magic in Hammersmith, art in Barnes, a Christmas trail in Richmond, festive dining in Wimbledon and music in Sutton!
Pictured: Christmas at Kew (c) RBG Kew
Theatre
Aladdin
Lyric Hammersmith
The Lyric’s annual festive panto starts showings on Saturday! You can join Aladdin on a magical adventure. Expect a whirlwind of magic, mayhem, and mischief as Aladdin, Jasmine, and a mischievous Genie take you on a high-flying journey. With dance battles, live music, and plenty of festive fun.

Art
Barnes Art Fair
St Michael & All Angels Church, until 16 November
Come and see an exhibition of a selection of works by local Barnes artists in the gorgeous venue of St Michael & All Angels Church! Over 50 professional fine artists, painters, printmakers, sculptures and ceramicists will have a variety of their works up for sale, raising money for local charities.
Food
Bombay Delight
Wimbledon
Wimbledon favourite Bombay Delight have officially launched their mouth-watering Christmas menu, so if you’re feeling the seasonal vibes you can book in this weekend for a feast of festive dining with an authentic Indian twist. The menu is filled with inventive dishes, from salmon darne with cumin roasted potato to a turkey tikka roulade.

Family Fun
Christmas at Kew
Kew Gardens
Kew Gardens’ magical festive trail has officially returned with a dazzling showcase of new installations in the stunning garden grounds. A perfect day out for the family this weekend!

Music
3 Daft Monkeys
Sound Lounge, Sutton, 16 November
BBC Radio 2’s Mark Radcliffe’s ‘highlight of Glastonbury’ 3 Daft Monkeys are making a rare London appearance this weekend! A long-time festival favourite, this band bring a folky sound with silvery melodies along with percussive beats and fiddle-driven tunes.
