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    We Found 10 Of The Best Things To Do In London This Weekend

    Hello, summer.

    Amy Glover
    by Amy Glover

    BuzzFeed Staff

    Summer people, your time has come! I can officially no longer remember the last time I faced horizontal sleet, it feels like London's pubs are constantly overflowing, and yes, I have just faced my first sunburn of the year.

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    So it's no wonder the city is brimming with activity! With everything from the Mighty Hoopla festival to a rum-based immersive experience running this weekend, we thought we'd share ten of the best ways to spend your sunny days:

    1. Bacardi will offer immersive flavour rooms to help you experience their new Caribbean rum flavour (don't mind if I do).

    Bacardi

    Wander through some gorgeously-decorated spaces, enjoy three tasty cocktails, and listen to some of London's best DJs beside a beach bar. Bliss. 

    Price: £8.00

    Location: 31 New Inn Yard, London EC2A 3EY

    Hours: Saturday 3 & Sunday 4 June, 2023 – various slots available

    2. Had to Cavo in Tottenham Court Road for the most stunning views (and equally gorgeous food) around.

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    Right in the heart of Tottenham Court Road (above that massive outdoor screen with all the cool designs), it's worth visiting Cavo's Mediterannean-style rooftop restaurant for the unbeatable views alone. As it happens, though, the food will stun as well – I loved my fluffy-but-still-satisfyingly-dense Basque cheesecake, my delicate lobster tail, and some must-try Moroccan carrots. Both my vegan dinnermate and I fell in love with the crispy Greek chips, too – I can't think of a better place to spend a summer weekend, TBH.

    Price: you can get a tasting menu for £50 – £20-£30ish for most mains.

    Location: The Now Building, Outernet, Denmark St, London WC2H 0LA

    Weekend hours: Friday and Saturday 12 PM-12 AM, Sunday 12 PM-10 PM.

    3. Kick off summer with Mighty Hoopla's star-studded LGBT festival.

    4. Hackney's Night Market is hosting Cross The Tracks' reunion this week – not one to miss, IMO.

    5. And seeing as tote bag season is officially in full swing, why not head along to Brixton's Black Culture Summer Market too?

    6. Puppy parents, take note – Poké pups club is officially open.

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    Take your furry friend along to Battersea's Poké House this weekend for your cutest ever cup of coffee (you'll get given a free coffee, while your dog will score a mutt-friendly poké bowl and as much water as they can drink). The event will run every Sunday and dog owners will all be offered a free cup of java, but they'll only get their gratis grub the first time they turn up.

    Price: free to enter

    Location: Turbine Hall, Battersea Power Station, Circus Rd S, Nine Elms, London SW11 8BZ

    Hours: 11 AM, Sunday 4th June

    7. Backyard Cinema's Romeo & Juliet screenings always sell out, so I'd nab my ticket ASAP if I were you.

    8. Face up to your fears in this SAW-themed escape room (yes, really).

    9. Film festival Sci-Fi London has just kicked off, so

    10. The London Sewing Machine museum only opens once a month, so get yourself down to its pin-packed premises while you can.