The Best Music Events in London This May
From small venues, free tickets and rising stars, to illustrious halls hosting established legends, the full plethora of London's music scene is but yours to feast on. Here are the best night's out:
By Charlie Walker | Updated Apr 25 2025
fabric at the British Museum
British Museum 2 May 2025
Underground superclub fabric is making strange bedfellows with the British Museum for one night only, continuing the club's engagement with London's historic chambers.
Toots and the Maytals with Leba Hibbert - KOKO
KOKO 2 May 2025
One of reggae's most recognisable and beloved acts takes over one of North London's premier venues for an unforgettable night of classics.
Nabihah Iqbal (All Night Long) - at Night Tales
Night Tales 9 May 2025
Lock in for the night as acclaimed, up-and-coming musician DJ takes listeners on a multitudinous journey through jazz, rare groove, disco, soul, funk, and the worlds in between.
Craig Charles Summer Garden Party - at the Fox and Firkin
Fox & Firkin 10 May 2025
Actor turned funk and soul DJ takes over the Fox and Firkin's spacious garden for an idyllic summers day.
Club Celeste: Shanti Celeste & Friends - Day & Night Party - at The Cause
The Cause 17 May 2025
Darling of the UK dance scene Shanti Celeste is throwing a big-un: an all day all night special featuring her friends and well-wishers, a guaranteed hoot.
Aroop Roy B2B Melvo Baptiste (All Night Long) - at NT’s Loft
NT's Loft 17 May 2025
Master of all grooves Aroop Roy goes back to back with Melvo Baptise for an atypical romp through genres and styles; a collectors paradise.
Soichi Terrada Live - at Village Underground
Village Underground 23 May 2025
One of the jewels in the crown of Japanese electronic music, Soichi Terada now graces the gritty Village Underground following a sell-out show at FOLD.
