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Top 10 things to see and do in Canary Wharf this August
share If there’s any month that we consider to be the height of summer, it’s August. When the sun is out, the spirits are high and the holiday vibe is alive and well. Whether you have time off work or are making the most of your evenings, weekends, lunchtimes and alfresco coffee meetings, this season of optimism and outdoorsiness is upon us. From where to watch the Olympics to family dining London style, here are some of our favourite things to do in Canary Wharf this month.
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Games wide open with the Olympics on Summer Screens
Feeling torn between making the most of the sunshine and enjoying the sporting thrills played out at the Olympics and Paralympics? For those not heading to Paris this summer, you can enjoy the best of all worlds, cheering on Team GB in the open air thanks to the best outdoor screens London has to offer. Pick up a picnic or pop by Canada Square Park for an impromptu gathering with friends, the free open air screenings will be showing all the major sporting moments as well as a full line up of films for every mood and occasion.
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All that jazz in Jubilee Park with the Docklands Sinfonia
Level up your lunch break with classical music from the Docklands Sinfonia, who are playing a series of concerts in Jubilee Park throughout August. The young and vibrant symphony orchestra have become a cultural force in London’s dynamic Docklands, led by musical director Spencer Down. Their Brass Quintet will be performing bandstand jazz and popular classics from the movies on 14th, while their String Quartet will take to the stage with an eclectic array of music on 28th.
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Street foods we all desire at The Lunch Market
The Lunch Market in Montgomery Square is back by popular demand this summer, offering a feast of the best street food London has to offer from around the world. Make the most of lunchtimes with fresh and flavoursome options from different traders each week, making repeat visits a must. Grab whatever takes your fancy and tuck in on one of the readily available picnic benches.
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Movie magic at Film Club in Canada Square Park
As if those Olympic moments weren’t enough, the big screens in Canada Square Park are serving up an impressive line up of outdoor cinema London events throughout August. From family films to blockbusters and classics, see Barbie and The Super Mario Bros Movie or sing along to Grease with silver screen magic in the open air thanks to our summer Film Club.
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Dining out at The Kids’ Table
Giving parents a chance to enjoy dinner out with the kids without resorting to screen time, August sees the arrival of Canary Wharf’s unique Kids’ Table events at some of the best family-friendly restaurants London has hidden away. While adults sit back and enjoy their meal, kids have the freedom to head to a dedicated Kids’ Table brimming with arts and crafts activities. Go to Feels like June on 12th August, Emilia’s Crafted Pasta on 19th August or Sticks’n’Sushi on 26th August for fun and foodie favourites for the whole family.
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Drinks and dining alfresco
With16.5 acres of gardens, parks & waterside promenades in Canary Wharf, there’s abundant opportunity to enjoy the great outdoors. Few things however, are more joyful than alfresco dining with outdoor terraces, balconies and rooftops across the estate beckoning to be experienced. Enjoy a sustainable feast on the south-facing terrace overlooking the South Dock at Roe, two outdoor terraces with views across Canada Square Park at The Ivy in the Park, and water-level drinks and dining at Hawksmoor. There’s a little slice of California dreaming at Feels like June, Irani fare by Harbour Quay Gardens at Dishoom, pasta al fresco at Emilia’s Crafted Pasta, small plates and sommelier recommendations at waterfront wine bar Humble Grape, and house wines and harbour views at No.35 Mackenzie Walk.
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Race to the top at the Mario Kart Championship
Following Wimbledon, the Euros and the Olympics this summer, the other big sporting event this summer has to be the Mario Kart Championship. Whether you’re competing to be crowned king of the Karts or you’re simply there to spectate, the Mario Kart Championship is a must-see event in Canary Wharf. Taking place on our Summer Screens in Canada Square Park, it’s free to enter. Players compete on Nintendo Switch in four heats before the Championship Final, in eager anticipation of who’s the fastest on Rainbow Road and the Mario Circuit.
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Late night hotspots and cocktails in Canary Wharf
Summer nights are all about sundowners and sunsets, staying up late and watching the stars settle over London with a cocktail in hand. Thankfully, Canary Wharf is brimming with late night hotspots for the most stylish of city slickers. The Cocktail Club is a social hub complete with dynamic dining, a spacious bar, expansive terrace and a cocktail list including specialities like their Southside Royal laced with Prosecco, gin and absinthe. The Alchemist is known for its molecular mixology and metropolis views. Pergola On The Wharf always has our hearts for being a botanical rooftop haven that becomes a sultry escape with live DJ sets and drinks aplenty. Meanwhile, Boisdale of Canary Wharf is famous for its live music and a whole host of experiences, from a whisky bar to a heated terrace, skyline vistas, DJ nights, award-winning wine and expertly crafted cocktails.
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Electric dreams with the Electric Summer Festival
Electric Shuffle is well known for offering an unforgettable social experience with its unique take on shuffleboard, but this summer it’s taking things up a notch with their Electric Summer Festival brunch. Taking to Canary Wharf’s Summer Terrace in Cabot Square on 27th July and 24th August from 2.30pm until 4.30pm, they will be dialling up the heat for an experience that sizzles. Brazilian singer-songwriter Lucas Berloff and his saxophonist set the scene while you enjoy a Paloma slushie with Casamigos tequila on arrival, Prosecco or beers for every guest and two hours of bottomless pizza. It’s £40 per person and for those aged 18 and over only.
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Self-care in the sunshine
That glowing summer feeling is the perfect incentive to ramp up the feel good factor and lean into those healthy vibes. From fitness to foodie favourites, facials to fashion, work out, wind down and treat yourself on the Wharf. Head to Freedom Clinics for massages, acupuncture or to perfect your posture, while Pure Sports Medicine is the one-stop-shop to get you on track with your health and fitness goals. Aesop is our Aussie favourite for luxury sustainable skincare, while Malin+Goetz is the modern answer to apothecary style self-care, and Rituals turns everyday experiences into little moments of meaning.
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