Bongo Bingo events promise an exciting experience, featuring bingo, a lively atmosphere, cheesy singalongs (you know you love it!), dance-offs, fab prizes, and the chance to win cash rewards!

Start Time: 6:00pm | Last Entry: 6:30pm
First Game of Bingo: 7:00pm

Final release tickets: £20 + £3 booking fee available here.

📍 HERE AT OUTERNET, CHARING CROSS RD LONDON WC2H 8LH

In celebration of the National Gallery’s Bicentenary, Exhibition on Screen presents My National
Gallery, London, celebrating 200 years of bringing people and paintings together. The film tells the story of one of the world’s greatest art galleries, shining a new light on its artwork and giving a voice to those whose lives have been touched by its exhibitions down the years. Visitors, celebrities, devoted staff members and art experts come together to paint their own portraits of this iconic institution on the occasion of its big 200th.

MY NATIONAL GALLERY, LONDON is co-directed by Ali Ray (Klimt & The Kiss) and Phil Grabsky (Hopper: an American love story). The film has a runtime of 90 minutes. Watch the trailer here.

On 10 May 2024 the National Gallery turned 200 years old, and began their Bicentenary celebrations – NG200, a year-long festival of art, creativity and imagination, marking two centuries of bringing people and paintings together. The idea of a Gallery for the nation developed from just 38 paintings in a Pall Mall house, to about 2,400 works of art in the most iconic building in Trafalgar Square.

As part of their 200th anniversary celebrations, everyone’s invited to their NG200 lineup of activities and events including 200 Paintings for 200 Years, Summer in the Square, and 200 Creators.

Full of music, uplifting joy and community spirit, the House of Life is an interactive cabaret show hosted by the RaveRend, aiming to create a sense of togetherness and elevation in the space. It is a chance to achieve absolute euphoric togetherness through the relentless powers of music and vibes, with a one-part sermon, one-part purge, and three-parts party format. The show is different every night as the RaveRend and Trev build the choons with the congregation. The House of Life is led by the ‘hype’ man himself, the glitter-clad RaveRend, and is created by Sheep Soup, alumni of the BAFTA-winning Television Workshop, known for their sell-out Fringe run in 2023 and smash hits such as Mrs Green: The Musical and The Invention Of Acting.

Runs at Soho Theatre’s Upstairs space before moving to the Edinburgh Fringe as part of Soho Theatre’s programme.

Tuesday 18 June – Saturday 6 July 2024 7pm | 3pm matinees (Saturdays). Ticket from £11 – £20

Great news for families this half term – kids under 12 go FREE!

The Art of Banksy has recently launched its impressive new venue in Soho. The exhibition is set to continue for its second year, presenting over 150 authenticated Banksy artworks in its expansive 1,300 sqm Soho location on Charing Cross Road.

The new open planned exhibition space will expand on its Regent Street’s offering with the addition of new audio and visual elements that will bring the Banksy story to life, as well as a brand-new café and museum shop, plus some extra special new Banksy pieces to be announced.

📍100 Charing Cross Road, London, WC2H 0JG

To celebrate Nutella’s 60th anniversary, a ‘Nutella Smile Cafe’ will open in Soho, London, this May half term. The family-friendly immersive tasting experience will feature Nutella-inspired dishes and activities, along with limited edition 60th anniversary jars for guests to take home. Visitors can savor a variety of Nutella dishes, such as Peach Melba, Raspberry Crepe Bites, and Pineapple and Mango Breakfast Waffles, all topped with a heaped teaspoon of Nutella. The cafe will also offer secret tasty recipes, accessible with a password.

There are 50 walk-ins per hour on a first come first served basis… It’s totally FREE!

Dates & Times: Thursday 30th (11-5pm), Friday 31s (10-5pm) and Saturday 1st June (11-6pm) May.

📍 Black and White Shop, 59 Greek Street, Soho, London, W1D 3DZ

The Little Violet Door is coming to Kingly Street this summer – and you’re invited! To celebrate its soft launch, they’re offering early bookers a bonkers 50% off all food and drink from Monday 10^th – Sunday 16^th June, for tables of up to six people. 

The Little Violet Door, situated in the former location of the Bag O’Nails music venue, offers guests a vibrant mix of creativity, music, and British charm. Open seven days a week from noon, Violet follows in the footsteps of its naughty Soho sibling, The Little Scarlet Door, and neighbourhood favourites The Little Yellow Door in Notting Hill, The Little Blue Door in Fulham, and The Little Orange Door in Clapham. Expect kitchen discos, late-night cocktails and good vibes only.

50% offer available from 10^th June to 16^th June for groups of up to six.

📍 9 Kingly Street, Carnaby, W1B 5PH |

SMSH BN, the latest burger joint making waves in London’s food scene led by renowned chef Mark Morrans (previously MNKY House, Nobu Melbourne), has made its debut on Charing Cross Road just a short stroll from Soho!

The menu includes Wagyu beef smash burgers like the Wagyu Cheese SMSH BN with double  Wagyu Cheese SMSH BN featuring double Wagyu patties and a medley of flavourful toppings, as well as catering to plant-based diets. Also on offer are indulgent breakfast options like the Breakfast SMSH BN, with smashed sausage, egg, cheese and special sauce bursting from an English muffin and SMSH’d Croissants, along with irresistible milkshakes in flavours like Chocolate, Salted Caramel, and Black Cherry.

📍 126 Charing Cross Rd, WC2H 0LA

The Counter Soho – the second London restaurant from celebrated Turkish chef and The Counter founder, Kemal Demirasal – is now open on Kingly Street, with a listening bar Under The Counter located downstairs. 

This restaurant and bar brings the Greek and Turkish flavours of the Aegean to Soho, inspired by Kemal’s childhood growing up in the city of Izmir on the Aegean coast, alongside southeastern Anatolian favourites from The Counter Notting Hill. The menus also feature subtle inflexions from the nearby Mediterranean and Levant regions.

📍 15 Kingly Street, Carnaby, London W1B 5PS

Doughnation is now open at 3 Henrietta Street, Covent Garden with an additional summer pop-up Doughnation X Silent Pool Gin Garden Terrace overlooking the piazza for the summer months.

Expect artisan-crafted pizzas on stretched dough with unique and delicious toppings. On the menu includes the Potato Pizza and the Truffled Mushroom Ragout, shaking up traditional pizza flavours. As well as salads, side dishes and pizza crust dippers

An al fresco Doughnation terrace will also open on Covent Garden’s piazza opposite the restaurant, featuring a gin-spritz menu, pizza brunches, happy hour and a unique breakfast offer. Silent Pool Gin has created a menu of innovative gin cocktails to be enjoyed alongside the menu this summer.

📍 3 Henrietta Street, London, WC2E 8LU

wagamama has teamed up with Rahel Stephanie to create a new limited-edition dish now available at wagamama’s Noodle Lab. Rahel, the London-based food entrepreneur and supper club sensation, has drawn inspiration from her Indonesian heritage to bring a vibrant new creation to the Noodle Lab menu.

The new sambal fried chicken dish is inspired by “ayam geprek,” a popular meal from the Indonesian island of Java, features lightly battered chicken coated in garlic and pepper powder, served with mild tomato sambal, vibrant pickled slaw, and coconut rice with crispy sesame sprinkle. The dish is topped off with amai sauce on the side and a chilled turmeric-stained egg.

The new collab dish will be available in Noodle Lab until October 2024 📍 42 Great Marlborough St, Carnaby, London W1F 7JL

NQ64 is the neon graffiti-splattered drinking den, bringing drinks and button-bashing to London. Enjoy cocktails and craft beers while playing a range of retro arcade machines, pinball and classic consoles to the sounds of a DJ. This venue is the perfect place to rediscover the iconic video games of yesteryears as you dive into beloved classics like Pac-Man, Mario Kart, Guitar Hero, Time Crisis, and Point Blank.

Discover more from My Soho Times’ team night out at NQ64 Soho here.

📍 NQ64 Soho 53 Berwick St, London W1F 8SP

Soho Food Feast has supported Soho Parish primary school for 12 years (14 with a two-year hiatus during Covid(. This family-friendly festival previously fundraised for the school’s playground and healthy eating kitchen. Now financial help is needed due to the increasing number of pupils and lack of Government funding.

Due to the school’s Victorian building and location, it cannot accommodate as many pupils as a large state school, resulting in inadequate funding. However, the school receives vital financial support from events like Soho Food Feast, ensuring its stability. The community’s remarkable spirit, especially evident during the successful Soho Food Feast events, has been crucial in supporting the only school in Soho.

📍 St Anne’s Churchyard Gardens, Wardour Street, W1D 6LB | @sohofoodfeast

This year, Taste of London marks its 20th anniversary, uniting the most renowned restaurants from across the city of London. Embrace the arrival of British summer by savouring five days of indulgent eating and drinking in the stunning setting of Regent’s Park. The initial wave of participating restaurants has already been unveiled, with more set to join the lineup.

Restaurants such as Milk Beach, Kolamba, Flesh & Buns, Roti King, Bone Daddies, and Bibi are among the notable lineup.

Foodies – don’t miss this opportune moment to indulge in the culinary delights of our city.

📍 Regent’s Park, Outer Circle, London, NW1 5HA

Pride in London 2024 promises a spectacular parade on June 29th, building on the success of 2023 and guided by core values of visibility, unity, and equality. The event centred around community, drawing diverse LGBTQ+ communities together and inviting allies to show support. Pride holds deep personal meaning for many, affirming identity and shared hopes, while also signifying progress and the distance still left to travel for full inclusion. London’s iconic celebration stands as an open invitation to participate and lend your voice.

📍 Central London / Soho

Whether you live, work, or play in Soho, Marshall Street Leisure Centre & Spa is a must-visit destination! Elevate your health and wellness journey by embracing fitness and relaxation in the heart of Central London. Special features include an Art Deco marble-lined 30m pool on the site of even older public baths. With fitness memberships starting from just £39 per month, this iconic leisure centre offers a wealth of benefits. Discover more about the memberships and all the incredible amenities available at www.everyoneactive.com.