

# Guitaring events in London, Today and Upcoming Guitaring events in London | LON events

- **Subtitle**: All Guitaring events in London, England. Here you can find more information about Upcoming events in London like parties, concerts, meets,shows, sports, club, reunion, Performance
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All Guitaring events in London, England. Here you can find more information about Upcoming events in London like parties, concerts, meets,shows, sports, club, reunion, Performance

## Events in London

- **Event Name**: Joe Bonamassa
  - **Description**: Nearby AttractionsJoe Bonamassa has 29 upcoming events.Note: Under 14s must be accompanied by an adult 18 or over. A max of 8 tickets per person and per household applies. Tickets in excess of 8 will be ca
  - **Date**: Thu May 07 2026 at 07:30 pm – Thu May 07 2026 at 09:30 pm (00:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/london/joe-bonamassa/210001553264038
  - **Venue**: Royal Albert Hall
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- **Event Name**: JOHN 5 at The Underworld - London
  - **Description**: Legendary guitarist JOHN 5 will bring his extraordinary talents to London this May, joined by special guest DAN BYRNE - apart from a few shows in 2016 this is John’s first ever solo tour in these territories.Tickets https://tinyurl.
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  - **Date**: Thu May 14 2026 at 07:00 pm – Thu May 14 2026 at 11:00 pm (+01:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/london/john-5-at-the-underworld-london/80008842737302
  - **Venue**: The Underworld
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  - **Categories**: live-music, music, entertainment, meet-and-greet, art
- **Event Name**: Stephen O’Malley + Dawn Terry
  - **Description**: Baba Yaga's Hut Presents:

Stephen O'Malley at IKLECTIK, June 5th

Stephen O’Malley is a guitarist, producer, composer, and visual artist who has conceptualized and participated in numerous drone and experimental music groups for over two decades – SUNN O
  - **Interested Audience**:
    - Count: 51
  - **Date**: Fri Jun 05 2026 at 07:30 pm (+01:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/london/stephen-o’malley-dawn-terry/200029828407740
  - **Venue**: I K L E C T I K
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  - **Categories**: music, art, entertainment, performances, literary-art
- **Event Name**: Grupo Lokito @ The Magic Garden
  - **Description**: Grupo Lokito create a modern-day cocktail, fusing blistering contemporary Congolese grooves with the fire of Cuban music.About this EventThe glorious melodious vocals of Congolese front man Iddo Donnatella blends with the
  - **Date**: Sat May 16 2026 at 07:00 pm – Sun May 17 2026 at 02:00 am (+01:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/london/grupo-lokito-the-magic-garden/100001986479668162
  - **Venue**: The Magic Garden
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  - **Price**: GBP 8
  - **Categories**: music, entertainment
- **Event Name**: Music Social #12 - O'Neill's Wardour Street
  - **Description**: Music Social is a place to join friends and unfamiliar faces alike to sit down for food, drink, singing, laughing and playing music!About this EventApril Music SocialMusic Social #12Singing 18 abs
  - **Date**: Sun May 24 2026 at 04:00 pm – Sun May 24 2026 at 07:30 pm (+01:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/london/music-social-12-oneills-wardour-street/100001988466495817
  - **Venue**: O'Neill's Wardour Street
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  - **Price**: GBP 3 to 25
  - **Categories**: music, live-music, entertainment
- **Event Name**: Walter Trout // Islington Assembly Hall
  - **Description**: Walter Trout – Live in 2026
A masterclass in blues-rock. A night you’ll never forget.

Few artists play with the fire, soul, and honesty of Walter Trout. For over five decades, this blues-rock titan has poured his heart into every note, channelling life’s
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  - **Date**: Sun Oct 18 2026 at 07:30 pm (+01:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/london/walter-trout-islington-assembly-hall/200029251633858
  - **Venue**: Islington Assembly Hall
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  - **Categories**: music, entertainment, workshops, art
- **Event Name**: Classical Guitar by Candlelight
  - **Description**: Enjoy an exceptional concert by candlelight in the stunning setting of St Mary Le Strand.Music Genres :  Classical
  - **Date**: Fri Jun 26 2026 at 07:00 pm – Fri Jun 26 2026 at 08:00 pm (+00:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/london/classical-guitar-by-candlelight/300041923958
  - **Venue**: St Mary Le Strand
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  - **Categories**: Music, Entertainment, Concerts
- **Event Name**: Chantel McGregor - London - 100 Club - Fri 19.6.26
  - **Description**: Don’t miss this very special show!

Join Chantel &amp; her band at London, 100 Club on Friday 19th June 2026! 
Expect an unforgettable night of guitar-driven rock with a twist of prog! 

🕢 Doors: 7.30pm
🎟️ Tickets: £22.00
  - **Interested Audience**:
    - Count: 20
  - **Date**: Fri Jun 19 2026 at 07:30 pm (+01:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/london/chantel-mcgregor-london-100-club-fri-19626/200029720236945
  - **Venue**: The 100 Club
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  - **Categories**: music, entertainment
- **Event Name**: Albert Lee
  - **Description**: Nearby AttractionsAlbert Lee has 6 upcoming events.
  - **Date**: Thu May 07 2026 at 07:00 pm (00:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/london/albert-lee/210001870286041
  - **Venue**: Union Chapel
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- **Event Name**: LondonJamSession x TAM MIC DROP (Chord Flow)
  - **Description**: MIC DROP is a high-energy jam where musicians take the stage and music lovers soak in the vibe - come play, cheer, be part of the magic!About this Event🎶 CHORD FLOW – Structured Improvisation, Pure Connection
  - **Date**: Sun May 10 2026 at 04:00 pm – Sun May 10 2026 at 07:00 pm (+01:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/london/londonjamsession-x-tam-mic-drop-chord-flow/100001987947771298
  - **Venue**: Temple of Art and Music (TAM) @ Mercato Metropolitano
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  - **Price**: GBP 0 to 12
  - **Categories**: music, entertainment, performances, live-music, art
- **Event Name**: Catacombs Club - XXV Edition
  - **Description**: Please join the Catacombs Club, a party that celebrates the unconventional in the underground scene!
Our DJs will be spinning the darkest mix of deathrock, postpunk, batcave, punk and goth all night long, with the unique characteristic of the total absenc
  - **Date**: Sat May 09 2026 at 09:00 pm – Sun May 10 2026 at 02:00 am (+01:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/london/catacombs-club-xxv-edition/200029366413102
  - **Venue**: Aces &amp; Eights - NW5
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  - **Categories**: entertainment, parties, music
- **Event Name**: Catacombs Club - XXVIII Edition
  - **Description**: Please join the Catacombs Club, a party that celebrates the unconventional in the underground scene!
Our DJs will be spinning the darkest mix of deathrock, postpunk, batcave, punk and goth all night long, with the unique characteristic of the total absenc
  - **Date**: Sat Nov 14 2026 at 09:00 pm – Sun Nov 15 2026 at 02:00 am (+00:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/london/catacombs-club-xxviii-edition/200029487633704
  - **Venue**: Aces &amp; Eights - NW5
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  - **Categories**: entertainment, parties, music
- **Event Name**: Mahan Mirarab
  - **Description**: Blending Iranian musical traditions with contemporary jazz Mirarab crafts music shaped by migration, memory, and spacious groove.About this EventVienna-based guitarist and composer Mahan Mirarab
  - **Date**: Sat May 30 2026 at 07:30 pm – Sat May 30 2026 at 09:30 pm (+01:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/london/mahan-mirarab/100001984560565073
  - **Venue**: World Heart Beat, Embassy Gardens - Concert Hall
  - **Banner**: https://dyn-image.allevents.in/generate-image?v=4&title=Mahan+Mirarab&date=Sat+May+30+2026+at+07%3A30+pm&bg=4
  - **Price**: GBP 28
  - **Categories**: Music, Entertainment, Art, Concerts, Contests, Theatre, performances
- **Event Name**: LondonJamSession x TAM MIC DROP (20 Second Chain)
  - **Description**: MIC DROP is a high-energy jam where musicians take the stage and music lovers soak in the vibe - come play, cheer, be part of the magic!About this Event🔗 20 SECOND CHAIN – Structured Improvisation, Pure Magic
  - **Date**: Sun May 24 2026 (+00:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/london/londonjamsession-x-tam-mic-drop-20-second-chain/100001984231005351
  - **Venue**: Temple of Art and Music (TAM) @ Mercato Metropolitano
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  - **Price**: GBP 0 to 12
  - **Categories**: Entertainment, Music, performances
- **Event Name**: José Almarcha Flamenco Trio (+ Guitar Masterclasses)
  - **Description**: José Almarcha, amazing flamenco guitarist returns with dancer Lucía Ruibal.  Plus Guitar Masterclass.  Great flamenco!About this EventJosé Almarcha Flamenco TrioJos
  - **Date**: Sun Nov 08 2026 at 07:30 pm – Sun Nov 08 2026 at 09:30 pm (+00:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/london/josé-almarcha-flamenco-trio-guitar-masterclasses/100001986157197644
  - **Venue**: Peña Flamenca de Londres
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  - **Price**: GBP 20 to 76
  - **Categories**: music, entertainment, workshops, dance

## Trending Events in London

- **Event Name**: Women Connections® - Fashion Entrepreneurs & Working Professionals
  - **Description**: This Women Connections® - Fashion Entrepreneurs &amp; Working Professionals event is an excellent opportunity for creative’s in the fashion world to connect, share ideas, and foster new collaborations.Event
  - **Venue**: Mint Leaf London
  - **Banner**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/thumbs/thumb69f20cdbc568a.jpg
- **Event Name**: Medical Connections® - Entrepreneurs for NHS Service Providers
  - **Description**: Are you a Medical Connections® - Entrepreneurs for NHS Service Providers startup founder, entrepreneur, or a professional passionate about health innovation? We invite you to connect, collaborate, and ignite new ideas at our upcoming n
  - **Venue**: The Anthologist, Gresham Street, London, UK
  - **Banner**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/thumbs/thumb69f20881017b2.jpg
- **Event Name**: Neuroscience & Neurotech Leaders Business Networking Mixer
  - **Description**: Welcome to Socialite Connections – Business Networking: Neuroscience &amp; Neurotech EventJoin us for an extraordinary networking experience designed exclusively for passionate professionals working in the Neuroscie
  - **Venue**: The Refinery Citypoint
  - **Banner**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/thumbs/thumb69f21e9bb716f.jpg
- **Event Name**: Tech Startups Business Networking: Connecting Service Providers
  - **Description**: Join us for this business event that focuses on fostering meaningful connections between tech startups and essential service providers. It creates an environment where entrepreneurs can meet experts who support business development, including software
  - **Venue**: The Refinery Citypoint
  - **Banner**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/thumbs/thumb69f21cb2eba2b.jpg
- **Event Name**: London to Hollywood: Actors, Screenwriters & Movie Industry Networking
  - **Description**: Join us for an exciting evening at the London to Hollywood: Actors, Screenwriters &amp; Movie Industry Networking Event! This is a fantastic opportunity for professionals in the entertainment sector to connect, collaborate, and cultiva
  - **Venue**: The Refinery Citypoint
  - **Banner**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/thumbs/thumb69f20e493ac48.jpg
- **Event Name**: Real Estate & Property Investment Networking for Working Professionals
  - **Description**: Are you a working professional looking to diversify your portfolio, build wealth, and secure your financial future? Do you want to tap into the lucrative world of real estate and property investment, but don't know where to start or who to turn to for
  - **Venue**: Mint Leaf, Bank, Angel Court, London, UK
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- **Event Name**: Travel & Hospitality Startups, Investors, Professionals Business Innovators
  - **Description**: Welcome to Travel &amp; Hospitality Startups, Investors, Professionals Business Innovators, the ultimate event where innovators, investors, and industry leaders come together to revolutionize the way we experience the world.Join us
  - **Venue**: The Refinery Citypoint
  - **Banner**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/thumbs/thumb69f2207e15efd.jpg
- **Event Name**: The Deep Botanical Cacao Ceremony
  - **Description**: Come and taste some herbs that have emotional healing and empowering effects, followed by a meditative cacao ceremony with medicine music and soundFor the May event we will combine herbal medicines designed for drea
  - **Venue**: Skylight Centre
  - **Banner**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/thumbs/thumb69f0ad11820c4.jpg
- **Event Name**: Women Thrive Live in Notting Hill
  - **Description**: Women Thrive Live in Notting HillWomen Thrive Live Global Women´s Event in London A 2-day London experience for women ready to be seen, build powerful connections, and create impact t
  - **Venue**: The Tabernacle
  - **Banner**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/thumbs/thumb69f33324882bb.jpg

## FAQs

- **Q**: What are the top events in London?
  - **A:** Joe Bonamassa (Thu May 07 2026 at 07:30 pm at Royal Albert Hall), JOHN 5 at The Underworld - London (Thu May 14 2026 at 07:00 pm at The Underworld), Stephen O’Malley + Dawn Terry (Fri Jun 05 2026 at 07:30 pm at I K L E C T I K), Grupo Lokito @ The Magic Garden (Sat May 16 2026 at 07:00 pm at The Magic Garden), Music Social #12 - O'Neill's Wardour Street (Sun May 24 2026 at 04:00 pm at O'Neill's Wardour Street).
- **Q**: What events are happening in London this weekend May 8–10, 2026?
  - **A:** LondonJamSession x TAM MIC DROP (Chord Flow) (Sun May 10 2026 at 04:00 pm at Temple of Art and Music (TAM) @ Mercato Metropolitano), Catacombs Club - XXV Edition (Sat May 09 2026 at 09:00 pm at Aces &amp; Eights - NW5).
- **Q**: What events are happening in London in May 2026?
  - **A:** Joe Bonamassa (Thu May 07 2026 at 07:30 pm at Royal Albert Hall), JOHN 5 at The Underworld - London (Thu May 14 2026 at 07:00 pm at The Underworld), Grupo Lokito @ The Magic Garden (Sat May 16 2026 at 07:00 pm at The Magic Garden), Music Social #12 - O'Neill's Wardour Street (Sun May 24 2026 at 04:00 pm at O'Neill's Wardour Street), Albert Lee (Thu May 07 2026 at 07:00 pm at Union Chapel).
- **Q**: How can I find events in London?
  - **A:** You can discover upcoming events in London on AllEvents.in. Browse by date, venue, or price to find events that match your interests.
- **Q**: How do I buy tickets for events in London?
  - **A:** You can buy tickets directly through AllEvents.in. Many events offer online booking with options for free, paid, and early-bird tickets.
- **Q**: What are the popular venues for events in London?
  - **A:** Some popular venues hosting events in London include Royal Albert Hall, The Underworld, I K L E C T I K.
- **Q**: What is the price range for events in London?
  - **A:** Prices for events in London range from GBP 3 to GBP 76. Many events also offer free entry.
- **Q**: Who are the top organizers for events in London?
  - **A:** Popular organizers hosting events in London include THE MAIN THING LTD, The Underworld, Baba Yaga's Hut.
- **Q**: Are there any online events available?
  - **A:** Yes, many events are available online. You can filter for virtual events on AllEvents.in to attend from anywhere.
- **Q**: How can I get notified about new events in London?
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