Kensington and Chelsea, London
London's Royal Borough packs an extraordinary concentration of world culture into a compact area: three of the planet's great museums, a royal palace, 265 acres of royal parkland, Europe's largest street festival, and some of Britain's finest restaurants.
Whether you're planning your first visit or returning to explore deeper, this is your guide to everything the borough has to offer — museums, parks, tables, and the events that fill the calendar, from Carnival's 60th year to the Proms at the Albert Hall.
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What's on now, and next in the Royal Borough
17 October 2026 · South Kensington
Fashion designer Matthew David Andrews leads a hands-on family workshop inspired by Schiaparelli, helping children turn sketches, shapes, colours and sustainably sourced craft materials into a wearable hat. Sessions are tailored to ages 5–7, 8–10 and 11–13.
17 October 2026 · South Kensington
A youth-produced event for under-26s brings artist Bharti Kher, creative Sophia Green and broadcaster and DJ Ritu together to discuss resilient careers in the creative industries, followed by refreshments and a drop-in embossed-postcard workshop with Mush Studio.
15–18 October 2026 · Chelsea
FOCUS Art Fair brings contemporary artists and galleries from across Asia and the Asian diaspora to Chelsea. The 2026 edition, themed Cultural Dialogue, spans traditional craft, digital work and emerging practices shaped by different histories and perspectives.
Stories from the Borough
Guides, history, and local insight
October 17, 2026
Christmas 2026 in Kensington & Chelsea: The Complete Guide
August 22, 2026
Carnival at 60: Your Guide to Notting Hill Carnival 2026 — and What Else Is On
June 27, 2026
Summer 2026 in Kensington & Chelsea: What's On
March 12, 2026
Hidden Kensington and Chelsea: 10 Places Most Tourists Miss
March 10, 2026
Kensington Gardens in Every Season
March 5, 2026
Where to Eat on the King's Road: From Brunch to Dinner
March 1, 2026
Chelsea Flower Show 2027: What to Expect and How to Get Tickets
February 20, 2026
A Local's Guide to Portobello Road Market
February 10, 2026
Notting Hill on Film: Every Location You Can Visit Today
January 15, 2026
The Free Museums of South Kensington: A Full Day Guide
December 14, 2025
Living in Chelsea: Everyday Life, Schools, Transport, and the Numbers That Matter
November 13, 2025
Discover the Royal Borough: An Intimate Portrait of Kensington and Chelsea
November 13, 2025
Echoes of Elegance: A Journey Through the History and Heritage of Kensington and Chelsea