WHAT'S ON AT THE ROYAL ALBERT HALL, LONDON
What's On at the Royal Albert Hall, London
The Royal Albert Hall was opened by Queen Victoria herself in 1871 and named after her beloved husband. The venue, located in South Kensington, has a seating capacity of 5272. The venue has been home to the BBC Proms every summer since they began in 1941.
The Royal Albert Hall hosts concerts, events, productions and events ranging from classical, opera, pop, rock, comedy, dance, live orchestra film screenings, sports, awards, charity and national events, including the Festival Of Remembrance, The Olivier Awards, Cirque du Soleil, and The Royal Variety Show. Premieres include 101 Dalmatians, James Bond, and the Harry Potter series.
The Royal Albert Hall was a meeting place for The Suffragettes. Albert Einstein, Winston Churchill, and Charles de Gaulle made speeches there. The likes of Rachmaninov, Dame Shirley Bassey, Eric Clapton, and Muhammad Ali have appeared at the venue. Events to look forward to include Eric Clapton, Holly Johnson, Brandi Carlisle, Ludovico Einaudi, Eric Idle and the BBC Proms. You can book tickets online below for the Royal Albert Halls.
The Royal Albert Hall was opened by Queen Victoria herself in 1871 and named after her beloved husband. The venue, located in South Kensington, has a seating capacity of 5272. The venue has been home to the BBC Proms every summer since they began in 1941.
The Royal Albert Hall hosts concerts, events, productions and events ranging from classical, opera, pop, rock, comedy, dance, live orchestra film screenings, sports, awards, charity and national events, including the Festival Of Remembrance, The Olivier Awards, Cirque du Soleil, and The Royal Variety Show. Premieres include 101 Dalmatians, James Bond, and the Harry Potter series.
The Royal Albert Hall was a meeting place for The Suffragettes. Albert Einstein, Winston Churchill, and Charles de Gaulle made speeches there. The likes of Rachmaninov, Dame Shirley Bassey, Eric Clapton, and Muhammad Ali have appeared at the venue. Events to look forward to include Eric Clapton, Holly Johnson, Brandi Carlisle, Ludovico Einaudi, Eric Idle and the BBC Proms. You can book tickets online below for the Royal Albert Halls.
Most Popular Shows and Events at Royal Albert Hall, London
What's On at the Royal Albert Hall, London
Steve Hackett (Genesis)
Royal Albert Hall, London
Monday 26 October 2026
Prog legend Steve Hackett's timeless guitar-work was woven throughout Genesis' classic 70's catalogue of albums. In recent years he and his outstanding touring line-up of Jonas Reingold (bass, guitar, backing vocals), Rob Townsend (sax...Steve Hackett
Royal Albert Hall, London
Monday 26 October 2026
Steve Hackett is returning to the Hall in 2026 with his Best of Genesis & Solo Gems tour....Corinne Bailey Rae
Royal Albert Hall, London
Tuesday 27 October 2026
From Leeds, England, artist Corinne Bailey Rae released her self-titled debut album in 2006, debuting at #1 in the UK and #4 in the USA, featuring the global hits "Put Your Records On" and "Like A Star". With over 5 million albums sold, Bai...Corinne Bailey Rae London Tickets
Early Years Movement Workshop
Royal Albert Hall, London
Tuesday 27 October 2026
A playful, movement-led session which will introduce families to Indian storytelling, rhythm and movement. For ages aged 4+ and parents....Sufi Dance Workshop with Pagrav Dance Company
Royal Albert Hall, London
Tuesday 27 October 2026
A playful, movement-led session which will introduce families to Indian storytelling, rhythm and movement. For ages 7 and above....Steven Wilson (Porcupine Tree)
Royal Albert Hall, London
Wednesday 28 - Thursday 29 October 2026
Steven Wilson is an self taught composer, musician, singer, songwriter and record producer from Hemel Hempstead. Currently a successful solo artist with three UK Top 5 albums to his name, he was the founder, guitarist, lead vocalist and...Art Workshop with Samira Mian
Royal Albert Hall, London
Wednesday 28 October 2026
Join artist and educator Samira Mian for a family-friendly morning exploring the fascinating world of Islamic geometric art....Awaaz-e-Ishq
Royal Albert Hall, London
Thursday 29 October 2026
Discover the stories, rhythms and joy behind one of South Asia's most powerful musical traditions in this workshop....Late Night Jazz: Kyungso Park and Björn Meyer
Royal Albert Hall, London
Thursday 29 October 2026
Gayageum player Kyungso Park and six-string electric bass player Bj?rn Meyer unite for a one off performance....Storytelling and Music Sessions for 0-5 year olds
Royal Albert Hall, London
Thursday 29 October 2026
Storytellers deliver a series of 30-minute sessions for babies and toddlers using musical instruments, singing, movement and stories....Friendship Matinee: Matilda in Concert (PG)
Royal Albert Hall, London
Friday 30 October 2026
Friendship Matinee welcomes people of all ages who may engage with a charity or community group to Matilda!...Matilda in Concert (PG)
Royal Albert Hall, London
Friday 30 October 2026
See the classic film like never before, hosted and narrated live by Matilda director, producer and star Danny DeVito....Matilda in Concert Tickets
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Maestro of the Movies: A Tribute to John Williams
Royal Albert Hall, London
Saturday 31 October 2026
Experience scenes and clips from John Williams? best-loved films, projected in HD, whilst the scores are played live-to-picture by the London Symphony Orchestra....Maestro of the Movies: A Tribute to John Williams London Tickets
Celebrating Diwali
Royal Albert Hall, London
Sunday 1 November 2026
Celebrating Diwali unites one of India's most beloved vocalists with the Royal Philharmonic Concert Orchestra in a collaboration conceived for this extraordinary evening....Classical Coffee Mornings: Maryam Wocial and Archie Bonham
Royal Albert Hall, London
Sunday 1 November 2026
Join Maryam Wocial and Archie Bonham for a Classical Coffee Morning in the Elgar Room, complete with a hot drink and a pastry....The Australian Pink Floyd
Royal Albert Hall, London
Tuesday 3 November 2026
Since their first ever concert in Adelaide, Australia in 1988 the Australian Pink Floyd Show have performed in over 35 countries worldwide; played at David Gilmour's 50th birthday celebration and were even joined on stage by Rick Wright. TA...Baby Knees Up
Royal Albert Hall, London
Tuesday 3 November 2026
An interactive experience where the entire family can sing and dance along to tunes from classic musicals and films....Future Makers
Royal Albert Hall, London
Wednesday 4 November 2026
Bring your classes to Future Makers, the annual live music competition that's here to inspire young people to write music....Tinie Tempah in Conversation with Yomi Ṣode
Royal Albert Hall, London
Wednesday 4 November 2026
Tinie Tempah shares the stories behind the First Five things that shaped him....Festival of Remembrance
Royal Albert Hall, London
Saturday 7 November 2026
The Festival of Remembrance expresses the nation?s gratitude to our Armed Forces personnel, past and present....Classical Coffee Mornings: Emme Hensel
Royal Albert Hall, London
Sunday 8 November 2026
Join Emme Hensel for a Classical Coffee Morning in the Elgar Room, complete with a hot drink and a pastry....Messiah from Scratch
Royal Albert Hall, London
Sunday 8 November 2026
Messiah from Scratch an adrenaline-filled performance of Handel?s masterpiece, filling the Hall with the sound of more than 3,000 voices....Messiah from Scratch London Tickets
Music for Youth Proms
Royal Albert Hall, London
Tuesday 10 November 2026
The Music for Youth Proms returns with two unforgettable evenings that showcase the vitality of youth music....Kara-Lis Coverdale
Royal Albert Hall, London
Wednesday 11 November 2026
Composer and musician Kara-Lis Coverdale performs her fourth album in the Elgar Room in this Steinway piano recital....The Adam and Joe Show
Royal Albert Hall, London
Wednesday 11 November 2026
DIY television pioneers Adam Buxton and Joe Cornish celebrate 30 years since the debut of their iconic Channel 4 series The Adam and Joe Show. ...The Adam and Joe Show London Tickets
Royal Albert Hall, London
Wednesday 11 November 2026
The Adam and Joe Show 19:30 at London Royal Albert Hall...
Georgia Ruth
Royal Albert Hall, London
Thursday 12 November 2026
Using folk influences to create a truly unique sound, Aberystwyth musician Georgia Ruth debut album Week of Pines won the Welsh Music Prize in 2013 and was nominated for two BBC Radio 2 Folk Awards. Georgia collaborated with Manic Street P...Sylvia
Royal Albert Hall, London
Friday 13 - Sunday 15 November 2026
Sylvia Pankhurst - fearless, flawed, and unforgettable. The untold story of the rebellious middle child of Emmeline Pankhurst takes centre stage in this irresistible hip hop, funk and soul musical that moves your feet and fires your spirit....Late Night Jazz: Cinna Peyghamy (Curated by Sarathy Korwar)
Royal Albert Hall, London
Friday 13 November 2026
French-Iranian percussionist composer and producer Cinna Peyghamy brings his signature sound to Late Night Jazz...Late Night Jazz: The Gary Crosby Quintet presents Mingus Moves
Royal Albert Hall, London
Saturday 14 November 2026
Legendary bassist and band leader Gary Crosby OBE brings together his Quintet for a night celebrating composer Charles Mingus....Melody Gardot
Royal Albert Hall, London
Monday 16 November 2026
For one extraordinary night only, Melody Gardot brings her unmistakable artistry to the Hall as part of the EFG London Jazz Festival....Melody Gardot London Tickets
Lucy-Anne Daniels Emyr Penry Dance and Juliette Lemoine
Royal Albert Hall, London
Wednesday 18 November 2026
This triple-bill brings together three boundary-pushing artists for an evening of contemporary jazz....MADELEINE
Royal Albert Hall, London
Thursday 19 November 2026
An emerging voice in the nu-jazz and UK soul scene, singer, songwriter, and producer MADELEINE brings her genre-blending sound to the Elgar Room....Late Night Jazz: Raffy Bushman
Royal Albert Hall, London
Saturday 21 November 2026
A staple voice in the UK jazz underground, Raffy Bushman, comes to the Elgar Room....Letters Live
Royal Albert Hall, London
Saturday 21 November 2026
Returning for its 10th show, Letters Live features an all-star cast delivering powerful readings of extraordinary historical correspondence....Letters Live London Tickets
SENsory Tours
Royal Albert Hall, London
Saturday 21 November 2026
Join us for a SENsory Access Tour of the Royal Albert Hall with an?interactive and multi-sensory story, designed for those with autism and moderate learning difficulties.?...Carmina Burana 2026
Royal Albert Hall, London
Sunday 22 November 2026
After selling out in 2025 and thrilling over 60,000 audience members, Carmina Burana returns to the Hall for another unforgettable performance....Mozart's Requiem
Royal Albert Hall, London
Sunday 22 November 2026
Be swept away by Mozart?s Requiem and Vivaldi?s The Four Seasons, performed live in one of the world?s most renowned venues. ...Mozart's Requiem London Tickets
Hisaishi conducts Hisaishi
Royal Albert Hall, London
Monday 23 November 2026
This November, the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra welcomes the renowned composer, Joe Hisaishi ? whose scores for the films of Studio Ghibli have enchanted a captive audience of millions across the world....Joe Hisaishi London Tickets
Stories from the Archive Royal Albert Hall Tour
Royal Albert Hall, London
Tuesday 24 November 2026
Explore the history of the Royal Albert Hall with the Stories from the Archive Tour. Led by knowledgeable guides and fantastic archivists, uncover untold stories and explore rarely seen curiosities in the new archive space. During a tour ...Barnardo's Young Supporters present: ‘Hope'
Royal Albert Hall, London
Tuesday 24 November 2026
Join over 1000 Barnardo?s Young Supporters from school choirs across the UK, supported by the world-famous Royal Philharmonic Concert Orchestra....Relaxed Tours
Royal Albert Hall, London
Tuesday 24 November 2026
Together with a friendly guide, you?ll take a peek at the royal areas of the Hall, see the breath-taking auditorium, and the stage that?s hosted some of the world?s biggest change-makers, history-shapers and stars....Royal Albert Hall Songbook
Royal Albert Hall, London
Tuesday 24 November 2026
The Royal Albert Hall Songbook is a free, interactive concert which explores the vast musical history of one of the world?s most iconic venues....Deep Purple
Royal Albert Hall, London
Wednesday 25 November 2026
Pushing the boundaries of time, after five decades of records and 120 million albums sold, Ian Paice, Ian Gillan, Roger Glover and Don Airey continue to travel the scope of hard rock - the textures and nuances of their recent works are anyt...Parent and Baby Soundbath
Royal Albert Hall, London
Wednesday 25 November 2026
A calming experience designed especially for parents and babies....BICEP
Royal Albert Hall, London
Thursday 26 November 2026
Following a three-year hiatus, BICEP LIVE returns for a special show at the Hall on Thursday 26 November 2026....Bicep London Tickets
Jools Holland & His Rhythm & Blues Orchestra
Royal Albert Hall, London
Friday 27 - Saturday 28 November 2026
Jools Holland and his Rhythm and Blues Orchestra are a rhythm and blues band led by boogie-woogie pianist Jools Holland. Holland formed the band in 1994 and the current 20-piece band consists of piano, organ, drums, female vocals, electri...How to get to the Royal Albert Hall, London
Royal Albert Hall Frequently Asked Questions
Kensignton Gore, London, SW7 2AP
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