Autumn Delights in London: Quirky Events, Cozy Hideaways, and Culinary Discoveries

Welcome, listeners, to Things to do in London with Oly Bennet—your globe-trotting, sports-loving mischief-maker on a mission to uncover the quirkiest gems the capital has to offer. It’s Sunday, September 28, 2025, and as London shakes off that classic early autumn drizzle, the city’s buzzing with promise—umbrellas out, wellies ready, and a calendar packed tighter than a double-decker at rush hour. London this morning is a riot of color—fiery leaves carpeting the Royal Parks and a fresh, playful breeze that practically dares you to step outside. Today’s weather is classic London: a mix of mist, sun peeking through in fits and starts, and the kind of drizzly magic that turns a stroll along the Thames into a cinematic adventure. That autumn snap in the air sets the tone—ideal for cozying up in museums, getting weird in pop-up events, or unleashing your inner quiz champion. If you’re a fan of oddball fandom, don’t miss the Summer I Turned Pretty Quiz at Big Chill King’s Cross today at noon. This one’s for Cousins Beach die-hards—think beachy vibes, fierce trivia rivalry, and TSITP-themed prizes that even Susannah would covet. Get in early, grab a seat, and unleash your inner rom-com expert. Culture vultures: put your hands together for Topless The Musical at Underbelly Boulevard Soho—a one-woman immersive romp that sees you become part of the show, all through the eyes of Sandie, the cheekiest London tour guide you’ll ever meet. Running through October, but catch the tube there now for an experience as spontaneous as London itself. If you’re rolling with little ones, today’s family paradise is at the Garden Museum in central London, featuring hands-on workshops and lush outdoor adventures. Or, if you’re feeling magical, Bubble Planet in west London will immerse you in a bouncy, surreal world of color that’ll make your inner child do cartwheels. For families craving laughs and a touch of history, don’t skip Dr. Matthew Green’s anti-influencer food walk—a snack-and-fact-fest through the old East End that takes you to secret spots Instagram forgot. Craving heart-thumping action? It’s a battle of the bats at The Oval, with Surrey cricket fixtures lighting up the pitch. Or, if rhythm is your fuel, yesterday’s RESISTANCE techno festival may have wound down, but the nightlife still pulses with after-parties across iconic clubs like Ministry of Sound, where dance-eager revelers keep the city’s heart thumping into the wee hours. For a taste of nostalgia, O2 Forum Kentish Town serves up indie rock with Sons of the East and Matthew Mole tonight. On the fresh and tasty side: Covent Garden’s new ADOH restaurant is slinging Sri Lankan kothu—chopped roti, eggs, veggies, and mouthwatering curry sauce. For cocktail hunters, Kamara in Soho opens this week, promising smoked, foraged, and downright delicious concoctions in a setting inspired by Cretan caves. As for the city’s pulse, Londonist reveals an October full of must-see shows and wild exhibitions. New pub This content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI.