Schiaparelli: Fashion Becomes Art at the V&A South Kensington

28th March to 8^th November

The V&A presents a glimpse into one of fashion’s most daring minds, Elsa Schiaparelli, a designer known for her imaginative approach to form and her collaborations with leading artists of her time. Showcasing couture pieces that blur the line between fashion and fine art, this is an unmissable experience for lovers of design, culture, and innovation. In parallel to the exhibition, The Kensington’s Town House restaurant offers Fashion Becomes Tea, an afternoon tea inspired by Schiaparelli’s surrealist couture and bold imagination while The K Bar offers Le Style Surréaliste, a collection of illusion‑driven cocktails that play with colour, clarity and expectation.

Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre

Early May to Early September

Held annually in Regent’s Park, the iconic Open Air Theatre programme offers a range of production styles and genres to suit all tastes. Audiences can look forward to productions including Sherlock Holmes, A Life in Four Seasons, A Midsummer Night’s Dream, Cats, and the family favourite Anansi the Spider, all set against the backdrop of one of London’s most beautiful parks.

RHS Chelsea Flower Show

19^th to 23^rd May

Set in the elegant grounds of Royal Hospital Chelsea, this world-famous horticultural showcase is a highlight of the British social calendar. Expect breathtaking garden designs, rare botanical displays and a distinctly British atmosphere. Whether you are a gardening enthusiast or simply appreciate beauty, Chelsea in bloom is an unforgettable experience.

Queen’s Club Championships

6^th to 21^st June

The grass-court season opens in style at Queen’s Club. This prestigious tournament attracts the world’s top ATP and WTA players, offering an intimate yet electric atmosphere. It’s the perfect prelude to Wimbledon, with exceptional tennis just moments from our hotel.

Royal Ascot

16th to 20th June

Royal Ascot is a five‑day celebration of world‑class horse racing, style and pageantry, held annually in Berkshire. Established in 1711 by Queen Anne, it remains one of the most prestigious events in the racing calendar, drawing top jockeys, trainers and spectators from around the world. This summer, Dalloway Terrace has teamed up with Royal Ascot Official Gin Sponsor, Silent Pool Gin to bring the festivities to central London for a celebration of quintessential English craft and heritage. Watch this space.

Wimbledon

29^th June to 12^th July

Few events capture the spirit of a British summer quite like Wimbledon. Held at the historic All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club, the world’s most famous Grand Slam tournament combines world-class tennis with timeless traditions; think strawberries and cream, crisp whites and Centre Court drama.

British Summer Time Hyde Park

Late June to Mid-July

BST Hyde Park brings a series of open‑air concerts to one of London’s largest green spaces. Artists from different genres and generations take to the stage across several weeks, drawing Londoners and visitors for evenings shaped by live music and the park’s natural ease. The atmosphere shifts with each performance, making it a flexible way to spend time outdoors during the summer.

Whether you are visiting for a single afternoon or settling in for a longer summer escape, our concierge team remain on hand to help plan your days, arrange tickets or offer further suggestions during your stay.