WHAT'S ON AT THE SOUTHBANK CENTRE, LONDON
What's On at the Southbank Centre, London
With a capacity of 2’700, The Royal Festival Hall is the largest space in the Southbank Centre and opened in 1951. This Grade I listed building opens daily and welcomes the public in to appreciate its space, including The Clore Ballroom on level 2. The Queen Eizabeth Hall opened in 1967 and has a capacity of 900. It is also home to the Purcell Room.
Southbank Centre is the largest arts centre in the UK and stages around 5’000 performances each year! It is home to classical & popular, plays, comedy, entertainment, and art in every form. With six resident orchestras – London Philharmonic, Philharmonic Orchestra, London Sinfonietta, Orchestra Of The Age Of Enlightenment, Aurora Orchestra, and Chineke! Orchestra – there is never a shortage of music, concerts, and events to attend.
The Hayward Gallery showcases major exhibitions and is home to numerous festivals such as music festival Meltdown, Unlimited, and Women Of The World. Close to numerous tourist attractions, Southbank Centre has plenty of things to do including performances, festivals, workshops, family activities, public art, shops, bars, and restaurants. You can book tickets online below for Southbank Centre.
With a capacity of 2’700, The Royal Festival Hall is the largest space in the Southbank Centre and opened in 1951. This Grade I listed building opens daily and welcomes the public in to appreciate its space, including The Clore Ballroom on level 2. The Queen Eizabeth Hall opened in 1967 and has a capacity of 900. It is also home to the Purcell Room.
Southbank Centre is the largest arts centre in the UK and stages around 5’000 performances each year! It is home to classical & popular, plays, comedy, entertainment, and art in every form. With six resident orchestras – London Philharmonic, Philharmonic Orchestra, London Sinfonietta, Orchestra Of The Age Of Enlightenment, Aurora Orchestra, and Chineke! Orchestra – there is never a shortage of music, concerts, and events to attend.
The Hayward Gallery showcases major exhibitions and is home to numerous festivals such as music festival Meltdown, Unlimited, and Women Of The World. Close to numerous tourist attractions, Southbank Centre has plenty of things to do including performances, festivals, workshops, family activities, public art, shops, bars, and restaurants. You can book tickets online below for Southbank Centre.
Most Popular Shows and Events at Southbank Centre, London
What's On at the Southbank Centre, London
REPLAY: Relaxed
Southbank Centre, London
Saturday 4 July 2026
Enjoy our world of play and invention for families in a gentler, less busy session ...REPLAY: A Limitless Recycled Playground
Southbank Centre, London
Sunday 5 July 2026
Explore a world of play and invention in a recycled playground for children and their grown-ups ...David Sedaris
Southbank Centre, London
Tuesday 7 - Thursday 9 July 2026
With sardonic wit and incisive social critiques, David Sedaris has become one of America's pre-eminent humour writers. He is the master of satire and one of today's most observant writers addressing the human condition, and has made us ...The Divine Comedy
Southbank Centre, London
Sunday 12 July 2026
Having now completed his third full decade as a recording artist, The Divine Comedy (aka Neil Hannon) is back. With monumental tracks 'National Express', 'Something For The Weekend', 'Songs of Love', 'Our Mutual Friend', 'A Lady of A Certa...Dog Man: The Musical
Southbank Centre, London
Thursday 30 July - Sunday 16 August 2026
Dog Man: The Musical is a hilarious new musical based on the worldwide bestselling book series from Dav Pilkey, the creator ofCaptain Underpants and Cat Kid Comic Club. Best friends George and Harold have been creating comics for years, but...Chicane
Southbank Centre, London
Saturday 22 August 2026
Trance legend Chicane (aka Nicholas Bracegirdle) is best known for the UK chart-topping "Don't Give Up" (featuring Bryan Adams), and Top 10 hits "Stoned in Love" (featuring Tom Jones), "Poppiholla", "Offshore", and "Sunstroke", as well ...TONIC FLOW: A Communal Chorus in Colour and Sound
Southbank Centre, London
Sunday 20 September 2026
Imagine a future overflowing with hope through a collaborative sound and visual installation ...Southbank Centre Tours
Southbank Centre, London
Saturday 26 September 2026
See our spectacular venues from a whole new perspective during our 75th anniversary year ...Alceu Valença 80th Anniversary
Southbank Centre, London
Saturday 7 November 2026
Where can I buy tickets for Alceu Valen?a 80th Anniversary?Tickets for Alceu Valen?a 80th Anniversary can be purchased safely and securely from Eventim UK. When is Alceu Valen?a 80th Anniversary playing?Alceu Valen?a 80th Anniversary is pla...Quentin Blake: The Southbank Parade
Southbank Centre, London
Sunday 8 November 2026
The much-loved illustrator and author celebrates the 1951 Festival of Britain for this installation ...Bellowhead
Southbank Centre, London
Friday 27 November 2026
During lockdown in 2020 the 11 members of Bellowhead first re-connected online to remotely record 'New York Girls - At Home'. That led to re-uniting in person for a one-off performance which was streamed to mark the anniversary of Hedonism....Bellowhead London Tickets
Cirque Alice
Southbank Centre, London
Saturday 12 December 2026 - Sunday 3 January 2027
Step into magical ?Wonderland? as Cirque Alice reimagines Lewis Carroll?s classic adventures with breathtaking twists and astonishing, gravity-defying feats. Starring the greatest acrobatic performers from around the globe, this magnificent...Disney Princess - The Concert
Southbank Centre, London
Sunday 28 - Tuesday 30 March 2027
For generations, the music of Disney's princesses has been the soundtrack to our lives. Now, these beloved songs come alive on stage with a host of acclaimed Broadway and West End stars in Disney Princess - The Concert. Your every dream wil...Ira Glass
Southbank Centre, London
Saturday 3 April 2027
Ira Glass is the creator, producer & host of This American Life, the iconic weekly public radio program with millions of listeners around the world. Using audio clips, music, and video, Ira Glass delivers a unique talk; sharing lessons from...How to get to the Southbank Centre, London
Southbank Centre Frequently Asked Questions
Belvedere Road, London, SE1 8XX
You can pre book a parking space within walking distance of Southbank Centre at yourparkingspace
Southbank Centre visitors can get a 20% discount by using the code SBCENTRE21
Tube - Waterloo, Embankment
Bus - Routes 1, 26, 59, 68, 76, 139, 168, 172, 176, 188, 243, 341, 521, N1, N68, N171, N343 and X68 stop on Waterloo Bridge (100 metres away).
Routes 76, 77, 211, 381, 507 and N381 stop on York Road (500 metres away).
The Royal Festival Hall has a capacity of 2700. You can view the seating plan here.
The Queen Elizabeth Hall has a capacity of 900.
For more information on tickets at the Southbank Centre, you can visit their ticket information page.
If you would like to buy a ticket in person from the Southbank Centre Box Office, they are open:
Monday - Saturday - 10am - 8pm
Alternatively, you can see what's on and book online here.
For individual shows and concerts, if the timing is not listed under our 'more info' tab for that particular event, you can contact the Southbank Centre for further assistance and information.
Please click here for more information regarding access at the Southbank Centre.
Whether you have positive or negative feedback you would like to feedback to the Southbank Centre, you have several ways of making contact with them.
If you lose an item during your visit to the Southbank Centre, click here to submit your information.
Either use the map at the side of the FAQ section as it has all types of accomodation or click here for accommodation near the Southbank Centre.
You are welcome to take your own food and drink into the Southbank Centre.
They also have a large range of food and drink options. Click here to see what is available.
Latecomers may be admitted at a suitable break in the performance.
The Southbank Centre has numerous cafes, bars and restaurants. Click here to see what is available.
You can also Click here for some great places and ideas for food whilst in London.
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Most Popular Shows and Events at Southbank Centre, London
