What's On Hammersmith and Shepherds Bush - August Bank Holiday
August 2024
What's On Hammersmith and Shepherds Bush - August Bank Holiday
History and Origins of our August Bank Holiday
Its the bank holiday before Christmas - August Bank Holiday will fall on the 26th of August in 2024 and with the sunny weather very much lingering into September there is lots to enjoy .
This history of the bank holiday was introduced the by the banking system as the banks closed on these days, postponing any financial dealings until the next day. This was especially so when Britain was largely an agricultural economy and life revolved very much around farming, village life, and the changing seasons. People celebrated the natural cycle of life such as the end of winter, the coming of summer, the summer solstice, and harvests. Livelihoods depended on the seasons and the prospect of a poor harvest, floods, long winters, or wet summers was disastrous for the economy . Significant dates in the farming diary became important and a customary way to celebrate them especially if there was a bumper year and a surplus to enjoy
The bank holidays we know and love today were introduced by banker and politician John Lubbock, the first Baron of Avebury, Lubbock who drafted the Bank Holidays Bill in 1871, when the first official bank holidays in England, Wales and Ireland were Easter Monday, Whit Monday, the first Monday in August and Boxing Day became offically under law. Scotland had New Year’s Day, Good Friday, the first Monday in May, the first Monday in August, and Christmas Day. In UK the August bank holiday was then moved as it clashed with many factory shut downs over the summer and was then moved to the last Monday in August .
So enjoy the last of the summer vibes and sunshine with a few of our reccomendations for the long bank holiday weekend ahead !
Hammersmith Apollo
Shrek the Musical
For 6 weeks only the West End and Broadway hit, Shrek the Musical, returns to London at Eventim Apollo from July 19 2024.
This award-winning musical brings to life the world of Shrek live on stage in an unforgettable production to melt hearts of all ages. DreamWorks’ spectacular musical is based on their much-loved Oscar winning animated film.
Enchantingly irreverent and monstrously clever, Shrek the Musical is one whirlwind adventure not to be missed.
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Hammersmith Riverside
Tom Fletcher’s interactive adventures for big imaginations are leaping from page to stage, as the beloved ‘Who’s in Your Book?' series makes its debut as a brand-new musical show.A group of performers are preparing to start their show, but quickly discover they are not alone on stage. Little Monster wants to be part of the fun too! With an invitation to his friends, Dragon, Alien and Unicorn to join him, you can expect comedy and chaos as they help to create a magical show, learning about the joy of books and friendship along the way.
A high-energy 55-minute adventure featuring lively original music, this show is the perfect introduction to live theatre.
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Donoghue's pub W12
Top Banana Hi-Fi Soundsystem –
Friday 23 August, 8pm Shepherds Bush DJ – Daddy Long Legs (aka Daniel Green) – brings his Top Banana Hi-Fi sound system up against Charlie B’s Tender Touch Sound in a one-night-only clash! The pre-Carnival warm up is free before 10pm. 100% vintage vinyl and an affordable bar.
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Shepherds Bush Empire
Disco for Grown ups More Information Booking and Tickets
The Red Clay StraysHailing from the red dirt clay of Mobile, Alabama, The Red Clay Strays have spent the past year trailblazing their musical path across the USA and now they hit the UK for the very first time, following the huge success of their debut album, Moment Of Truth.
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Inflatables in the Park (Ravenscourt Park)
Large inflatable fun suitable for all the family! Just £12 for unlimited play throughout the day. Refreshments available on site.
Notting Hill Carnival
Summer in London wouldn't be summer in London without Notting Hill Carnival. Taking place on August bank holiday weekend each year since 1966, it’s grown into Europe’s largest street festival, attracting more than two and half million people annually. With parades, masquerade, floats, dancing, steel bands and sounds ystems, as well as the outstanding Caribbean food stalls, Carnival is a feast for the senses.
Notting Hill Carnival What you Need To Know
Details and Information Official Website of Notting Hill Carnival
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August Bank Holiday - The Broadcaster White City
Sun 25 Aug 2024 3:00 PM - 11:00 PM BST The Broadcaster, W12 7FX
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Summer Carnival At Hammersmith Broadway - Bank Holiday Weekend
This summer, Hammersmith Broadway will be alive with sound, colour and bank holiday vibes as we invite one and all to celebrate our Summer Carnival! For one day only, our vibrant courtyard Bradmore Square, will host a day of music, dance and family fun – all against a backdrop of amazing food from Kindred and special carnival drinks from Dragon Cat Café. All we ask is that you bring the summer vibes!
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Crown and Sceptre
Jazz, Soul and Pop duo Mood Indigo are returning to the Crown and Sceptre to kick-start the Summer Bank Holiday weekend!Come and enjoy a fantastic night that will be sure to get you on your feet
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Whats on in the Crown and Sceptre
The Lyric Hammersmith
Lyric Hammersmith Theatre and Sonia Friedman Productions co-production
FANGIRLS Book, Music and Lyrics by Yve Blake. Directed by Paige Rattray 13 July - 24 August 2024
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The ultimate neighbourhood hangout based in the heart of Shepherd's Bush serving up delicious sourdough Pizzas and Italian style bites alongisde an array of freshly made cocktails, wine, beer and spirits.Don't miss the chance to win a £150 bar tab at the quiz on Tuesdays, dance to DJs every Friday and Saturday night until midnight, and get your hands on a Margherita pizza and a margarita cocktail for £12.50 before 7pm Monday - Friday!
We are a dog friendly venue however we ask that dogs are not brought in after 7pm on Fridays and Saturdays. Thank you!
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