What's On in Wandsworth

A practical guide to regular markets, annual events, festivals and seasonal things to look out for across the borough.

2026 Guide

Looking for Wandsworth Events 2026?

See the dedicated 2026 guide for month-by-month highlights, headline dates, festivals, markets, family activities and seasonal events across the borough.

Regular Local Events

Good options for weekends and casual visits.

Weekly

Northcote Road Market

Northcote Road, Battersea

A popular street market area with food, produce, flowers, antiques and independent shops nearby. A good Saturday stop if you are visiting Battersea or Clapham Junction.

Most Weeks

Tooting Markets

Tooting High Street

Tooting Market and Broadway Market are useful year-round choices for food, drink, small shops and independent traders, especially when the weather is not ideal.

Annual Events to Look Out For

Dates can change each year, so always check the organiser before travelling.

Spring / Summer

Wandsworth Arts Fringe

Venues across Wandsworth

A borough-wide arts programme with theatre, comedy, music, dance, exhibitions and community-led performances. It is one of the best times to discover smaller venues and local creative spaces.

Summer

Outdoor Cinema and Park Events

Battersea Park, Wandsworth Park and local commons

Summer often brings outdoor film nights, music, family activities and community events in parks and open spaces around the borough.

Autumn

Heritage Open Days

Historic sites and community venues

Look out for occasional open days, walks and talks connected with Wandsworth's local history, riverside heritage, churches, civic buildings and former industrial sites.

November

Battersea Park Fireworks

Battersea Park

A major ticketed fireworks event that has traditionally drawn large crowds. Tickets and entry rules can change, so it is worth checking early if you plan to go.

Planning Tip

For annual events, use this page as a guide to what usually happens in Wandsworth.

  • Book ticketed events early, especially fireworks, theatre and family activities.
  • Use public transport where possible for Battersea Park, Clapham Junction, Putney and Tooting events.
  • Check the organiser's current date, opening times and cancellation policy before travelling.