Free Things to Do in London This Weekend Feb 13-15th
- travelandtrend19
- 3 days ago
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Looking for something fun to do in London this weekend without spending a fortune? From immersive beauty pop-ups and participatory performance art to Lunar New Year celebrations and singles cooking experiences, the city is packed with free events worth stepping out for.
Here are four brilliant free things to do in London this weekend.

1. The Ordinary Immersive Experience (Shoreditch)
Step inside the world of cult-favourite skincare brand The Ordinary at this immersive pop-up in the heart of East London. Designed to educate, inspire and demystify skincare, this experience brings science and beauty together in a playful, interactive way.
You’ll be able to explore lab-inspired spaces, meet The Ordinary’s scientific team and learn more about the formulations behind some of their most-loved products — including their new lightweight moisturiser, Rice Lipids + Ectoin Microemulsion.
What’s happening inside:
🔬 Product discoveries inside The O. Lab
👩🏫 Free skincare masterclasses led by brand experts
☕ The Ordinary Café, built around simplicity and transparency
🕹️ Prize games, including the Molecule Grabber
🛒 Personalisation workshops and limited offers
Dates & times:
Thursday 13 Feb: 5:00pm – 8:00pm
Friday 14 Feb: 10:30am – 7:30pm
Saturday 15 Feb: 10:00am – 6:00pm
Location:Unlocked Shoreditch, 118 Curtain Road, London EC2A 3PJ
🎟️ Free to attend, but tickets are limited. Some walk-ins accepted, booking advised.
2. KISS + KISSes — Live Participatory Performance Art
This thought-provoking and intimate performance by artist E Xuan invites audiences to take part in a collective exploration of love, touch and connection.
In this live participatory artwork, visitors are invited to leave kisses on the performer’s body, transforming a deeply private act into a shared public experience. The performance questions intimacy, vulnerability and the boundaries between the self and others, creating a space where emotional and physical connections emerge organically.
Things to know before attending:
The performance includes nudity
Audience members will be filmed
Filming the naked performer is not permitted
This is a powerful, reflective experience that invites you to slow down, connect and rethink how intimacy exists in public spaces.
3. Date on a Plate – Singles Cooking Experience (Wembley Park)
Looking for something a little different this Valentine’s weekend? Date on a Plate is a fun, social cooking class designed for singles who’d rather meet over food than small talk.
Run by three professional chefs, this hands-on experience lets you cook together, laugh together and enjoy a relaxed evening of good food and easy conversation.
What to expect:
🍷 Welcome drink and mingling from 6:30pm
👩🍳 Cooking experience starts at 7:00pm
🍽️ Shared meal and social dining
Date: Saturday, 14 FebruaryTime: 7:00pm – 9:00pmLocation: Thermomix Wembley, 7–9 Exhibition Way, Wembley Park
🎟️ Free event, but booking is required and spaces are limited.
4. SEOL FESTIVAL 2026 — Korean Lunar New Year Celebration
Experience the warmth and traditions of Korean Lunar New Year (Seollal) right here in London. SEOL FESTIVAL 2026 is a welcoming, community-focused celebration designed for everyone — whether you’re familiar with Korean culture or discovering it for the first time.
The festival brings together traditional games, food, workshops and performances, creating a space to reflect on the past year and welcome a hopeful new beginning.
What’s on:
📝 Writing personal wishes on traditional wish cards
🎲 Korean traditional games including yutnori, gonggi and jegichagi
👘 Hanbok experience with photo printing
🍪 Cookie decoration workshop inspired by Korean kite symbolism
🖌️ Live Korean calligraphy with personalised messages
Food & treats include:
Tteokguk (rice cake soup)
Homemade Korean side dishes
Traditional desserts like yakgwa
A rare chance to try Ddujjonkku (두쫀쿠) in the UK
Date: Saturday, 14 FebruaryTime: 12:00pm – 5:00pmLocation: AMP Studios, London
🎟️ Free and open to all.



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