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Tempus Hot List: April 2026
By Tempus | 31 March 2026 | Culture, Food & Drink, Lifestyle, Motoring
As we enter British Summer Time and the year’s first bank holiday weekend approaches, we look at the hottest events, openings and collaborations to check out in London this April 2026
Image: Manuel Harlan
Watch Sadie Sink and Noah Jupe bring Romeo and Juliet to life at the Harold Pinter theatre
If you’re a fan of Shakespeare and iconic romantic tragedies, what better way to spend an evening than by catching a fiery theatrical adaptation of one of the most famous Shakespeare plays ever written? Fresh off their explosive run as Max Mayfield in the Netflix hit Stranger Things and an emotionally charged turn in Chloë Zhao’s Hamnet respectively, Tony award nominee Sadie Sink and Noah Jupe have arrived at London’s West End to star in a production of Romeo and Juliet. Running until 20 June 2026 at the Harold Pinter Theatre, the play is directed by Robert Icke and also stars Clark Gregg, Jamie Ankrah, Ada Grey and Dylan Corbett-Bader. It’s safe to say that this is one production you definitely don’t want to miss.
romeojulietplay.com
Take in the sweeping views of London with an afternoon tea at Perola Battersea
If you like all things pink and also taking in the views of Battersea Power Station and the London skyline, then Perola’s Battersea afternoon tea might be the perfect way to spend an afternoon this Easter bank holiday weekend. The experience reimagines the classic afternoon tea with creations inspired by Perola’s sweeping views of Battersea Power Station and the landmark’s distinctive form. Highlights include the chocolate chimney with smoked salt and caramel crémeux, and pistachio powerhouse, a pistachio éclair with hazelnut and milk chocolate alongside finger sandwiches, freshly baked scones with traditional accompaniments, and premium loose-leaf teas.
joiabattersea.co.uk
Experience a one-day-only Salon Privé concours extravaganza at Sloane Street
If you or your loved ones are car enthusiasts, then do not miss Salon Privé’s Sloane Street Concours, which is taking place in the famous Chelsea and Knightsbridge address for one day only on 11 April. The event will be a celebration of automotive excellence and craftsmanship with a free outdoor exhibition of carefully selected supercars and hypercars twinned alongside their significant classics. Partnering with several luxury retailers and British OEMs, models from Ferrari, McLaren, Rolls Royce, Lotus, Jaguar, and more will all be on display at the event. Themed around ‘old vs new’, the Salon Privé Sloane Street Concours will see classic automotive icons displayed alongside their modern counterparts, offering a striking way to explore how automotive design has evolved over time.
Herald the arrival of spring at Sushisamba’s sakura terrace
It’s cherry blossom season, and even though the skies are grey and the temperatures are near frigid, spring, for all intents and purposes, is here. And to celebrate the imminent clear skies and warmer climes, Sushisamba Covent Garden has unveiled its sakura terrace for the season, transforming its piazza space into a cherry blossom setting in partnership with Moët Hennessy. There’s a limited-edition sakura-inspired cocktail list alongside their usual drinks menu, making it ideal for spring drinks, early evenings and group bookings. To complement the drinks, there is a menu of Sushisamba favourites, including the rock shrimp tempura, wagyu gyoza and samba rolls, all available to enjoy as you watch the tourists of Covent Garden take in the many shops dotting its cobbled streets. So if this sounds like your ideal day out, grab your friends and loved ones and head down to Sushisamba for a cocktail-filled evening toasting to the arrival of spring.
sushisamba.com
Have a Peter Pan-inspired adventure around London with Aqua Shard’s Easter trail
If you’re looking for a fun family-friendly activity to do with your little loved ones this bank holiday weekend, look no further than Aqua Shard’s Peter Pan-themed Easter trail adventure, which culminates in an afternoon tea at The Shard. Until 12 April, guests can follow a trail starting at Waterloo, helping the Lost Boys crack clues along the way, before arriving at the top of London’s most iconic skyline for a whimsical, storybook-inspired afternoon tea (complete with a limited-edition chocolate crocodile egg). Think playful nostalgia meets elevated dining – from a Neverland treasure box of savouries to a theatrical Jolly Roger dessert stand – plus a glass of fizz for grown-up adventurers, this is a great way to spend an afternoon with your family that satisfies the kids and adults alike.