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Visiting London in April 2016

There are events for all interests in London this month, whether you’re a foodie, culture vulture or music lover. Popular annual activities like the London Coffee Festival are back in 2016, plus exciting sports events in London such as Saracens vs Harlequins, Virgin London Marathon and WWE SmackDown and Raw.

Olympia Exhibition Centre is hosting the biggest home show in the world, the Ideal Home Show until 3rd April 2016, with loads of inspiration for your home and garden projects in the seven show areas.

On until Sunday 3rd April 2016

Kensington, London

The capital’s vibrant coffee scene is celebrated at this festival that expects to attract more than 22,000 visitors to enjoy the 250 artisan coffee and food stalls, demos from global baristas, interactive workshops, tastings, plus DJs, live music, DJs and art exhibitions at The Old Truman Brewery from 7th to 10th April 2016.

Thursday 7th to Sunday 10th April 2016

Big names in the world of books will head to the global marketplace to negotiate rights, sales and distributions of tales across print, audio, TV, film and digital at the London Book Fair at Olympia Exhibition Centre from 12th to 14th April 2016.

Tuesday 12th to Thursday 14th April 2016

Kensington, London

If you know a fan of Frozen then they’ll be enchanted by this ice-dancing extravaganza, which includes Anna and Elsa from the hit movie plus other Disney favourites including Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse at Disney On Ice Silver Anniversary Celebration at SSE Wembley Arena from 13th to 17th April 2016.

Wednesday 13th to Sunday 17th April 2016

Wembley, London

These two rugby teams have an exciting history of competing against each other at Wembley, and they will face off once more when Saracens play Harlequins at Wembley Stadium on 16th April 2016.

Saturday 16th April 2016

Wembley, London

Cake lovers will find more than 80 exhibitors with the latest baking supplies and cake decorating, plus demo theatres, workshops and competition classes at Cake International – The Sugarcraft, Cake Decorating & Baking Show at Alexandra Palace from 16th to 17th April 2016.

Saturday 16th and Sunday 17th April 2016

Wrestling fans will get another chance to see their favourite wrestlers on UK soil when WWE Raw and SmackDown take place at The O2 Arena on 18th and 19th April 2016 respectively, starring Sheamus, Big Show, Dolph Ziggler, Ryback, Roman Reigns, Dean Ambrose and more.

Monday 18th and Tuesday 19 April 2016

Greenwich, London

Get in the mood for the London Marathon by attending this exhibition dedicated to running and fitness, which contains a huge collection of brands, retailers, races and fitness services at Virgin Money London Marathon Exhibition at ExCel London Exhibition Centre from 20th to 23rd April 2016.

Wednesday 20th to Saturday 23rd April 2016

To celebrate Queen Elizabeth II’s actual birthday there will be the Queen's Birthday Gun Salute on 21st April 2016, which typically includes a 21-gun salute in Hyde Park.

Thursday 21st April 2016

The world’s largest fund raising event will involve around 30,000 runners tackling 26.2 miles across the streets of London, starting at Greenwich Park and Blackheath then finishing on The Mall in the Virgin London Marathon on 24th April 2016.

Sunday 24th April 2016

Westminster, London

Continue on your self-development path with workshops, yoga, motivational speakers, performers and exhibitors presenting healing products, therapies, retreats, supplements and organic food at the Mind Body Spirit London Wellbeing Festival at Olympia Exhibition Centre from 29th April to 2nd May 2016.

Friday 29th April to Monday 2nd May 2016

Kensington, London

Discover how to create your dream home at the live event from the Channel 4 TV series presented by design guru Kevin McCloud, with over 500 exhibitors, shopping opportunities and celebrities at Grand Designs Live 2016 at ExCel London Exhibition Centre from 30th April to 8th May 2016.

Saturday 30th April to Sunday 8th May 2016

Celebrate England’s patron saint day St George’s Day in Trafalgar Square in April 2016 (exact date to be confirmed) - in previous years there has been a Mayor’s free event with traditional English food at the farmer’s market, music and family fun.

Exact date to be confirmed

Westminster, London

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