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SUMMARY:Great Exhibition Road Festival 2026
DESCRIPTION:The Great Exhibition Road Festival is a free annual celebration of science and the arts\, held each summer in South Kensington. Join us on 6-7 June 2026 for a special edition marking 175 years since the Great Exhibition of 1851. \n\n\n\nThis year\, the festival focuses on the complex history and lasting legacy of the first World Fair – an event that welcomed over six million visitors – through a rich programme of talks\, workshops and interactive events. Discover how science and the arts continue to shape people\, communities and nature\, inspired by this historic milestone. \n\n\n\nThe Goethe-Institut is a partner of the Great Exhibition Road Festival\, contributing a programme of German-themed activities for all ages. Browse the events below and join us over the weekend of 6-7 June 2026. \n\n\n\nAcross the festival\, visitors can take part in workshops\, talks\, performances and installations presented by institutions including Imperial College London\, the Natural History Museum\, the Royal College of Music\, the Science Museum\, the Victoria and Albert Museum and the Royal Albert Hall\, among others. \n\n\n\nRegister for the festival to receive updates and access free tickets for selected talks\, workshops and events: www.greatexhibitionroadfestival.co.uk   \n\n\n\nPlease note: All Goethe‑Institut activities during the festival are free of charge. Some events require advance booking\, while others are available on a first‑come\, first‑served basis. Please arrive on time for workshops with scheduled timeslots. \n\n\n\nAll Goethe‑Institut activities are part of this year’s London: City of Languages initiative\, which brings together learners\, teachers\, parents and communities. More information is available here: https://londoncityoflanguages.org.uk/
URL:https://londoncityoflanguages.org.uk/event-listing/great-exhibition-road-festival-2026-2/
LOCATION:Goethe Institut\, 50 Princes Gate\, Exhibition Road\, London\, SW7 2PH\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:festival-26,German
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SUMMARY:Great Exhibition Road Festival 2026
DESCRIPTION:The Great Exhibition Road Festival is a free annual celebration of science and the arts\, held each summer in South Kensington. Join us on 6-7 June 2026 for a special edition marking 175 years since the Great Exhibition of 1851. \n\n\n\nThis year\, the festival focuses on the complex history and lasting legacy of the first World Fair – an event that welcomed over six million visitors – through a rich programme of talks\, workshops and interactive events. Discover how science and the arts continue to shape people\, communities and nature\, inspired by this historic milestone. \n\n\n\nThe Goethe-Institut is a partner of the Great Exhibition Road Festival\, contributing a programme of German-themed activities for all ages. Browse the events below and join us over the weekend of 6-7 June 2026. \n\n\n\nAcross the festival\, visitors can take part in workshops\, talks\, performances and installations presented by institutions including Imperial College London\, the Natural History Museum\, the Royal College of Music\, the Science Museum\, the Victoria and Albert Museum and the Royal Albert Hall\, among others. \n\n\n\nRegister for the festival to receive updates and access free tickets for selected talks\, workshops and events: www.greatexhibitionroadfestival.co.uk   \n\n\n\nPlease note: All Goethe‑Institut activities during the festival are free of charge. Some events require advance booking\, while others are available on a first‑come\, first‑served basis. Please arrive on time for workshops with scheduled timeslots. \n\n\n\nAll Goethe‑Institut activities are part of this year’s London: City of Languages initiative\, which brings together learners\, teachers\, parents and communities. More information is available here: https://londoncityoflanguages.org.uk/
URL:https://londoncityoflanguages.org.uk/event-listing/great-exhibition-road-festival-2026/
LOCATION:Goethe Institut\, 50 Princes Gate\, Exhibition Road\, London\, SW7 2PH\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:festival-26,German
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260605T130000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260605T140000
DTSTAMP:20260609T082906
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SUMMARY:A taster in ... Slovene!
DESCRIPTION:Step into a language where grammar still keeps a special seat just for two\, perfect for best friends\, couples\, or duos. It’s a rare feature in modern Europe and a great conversation starter for UK audiences interested in how language connects people. Add culture\, travel\, and a fresh linguistic perspective\, and you’ve got something truly memorable.\n\nThis free event for adults will be held online using Microsoft Teams.  Click here to register.
URL:https://londoncityoflanguages.org.uk/event-listing/a-taster-in-slovene/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:festival-26,Language-Taster,Slovene
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260604T101500
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260604T153000
DTSTAMP:20260609T082906
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SUMMARY:Goethe Institut: German Day – Taster Day KS2/3
DESCRIPTION:Taster day German \nKey stages 2-3 – Little to no prior knowledge of the German language \nActivities: \n\nWorkshop “German Taster Session”\nYoung Goethe Presentation\nLibrary Hunt\nMovie showing “Pünktchen und Anton” or fairy tale film\n\nGroup prices:1-25 students – GBP 17525-50 students – GBP 35051-65 students – GBP 455 \nParticipation is free of charge for accompanying teachers. \nUPDATE 17.05.26. To celebrate the festival\, we’re delighted to offer a special 10% discount on this event for participating school groups. With the voucher code GERMAN10\, receive 10 % off and join us for inspiring encounters\, interactive experiences\, and an authentic taste of contemporary German culture.
URL:https://londoncityoflanguages.org.uk/event-listing/goethe-institut-german-day-taster-day-ks2-3-2/
LOCATION:Goethe Institut\, 50 Princes Gate\, Exhibition Road\, London\, SW7 2PH\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:festival-26,German
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260529T183000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260529T191500
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SUMMARY:A taster in ... Portuguese!
DESCRIPTION:Try\, hear\, and enjoy Portuguese in a fun and welcoming taster session!\n\n\n\n\nAs part of the London City of Languages – Festival of Languages 2026\, this interactive taster session offers a welcoming introduction to the Portuguese Language — one of the many languages that shape London’s rich linguistic landscape.\n\nSpoken by over 260 million people worldwide\, Portuguese is a global language — and in London\, it is also a language of community\, identity\, and belonging.\n\n\nThis free event will be held online and will be hosted by Biblioteca Brasileira Casa do Livro and Escola de Português Sabiá Dúvida   Click here to register.\n\nWhat to Expect\nThis beginner-friendly session is designed for anyone curious about the Portuguese language.\n\nYou will:\n\n 	Learn basic expressions in Portuguese\n 	Explore pronunciation through fun\, guided activities\n 	Discover cultural elements connected to language\n 	Engage in interactive and participatory learning\n\nNo prior knowledge is needed.\nWhy This Matters\nLanguages are more than tools for communication — they are carriers of culture\, memory\, and identity.\n\nThis session also offers insight into the role of community-led and heritage language education in cities like London\, where over 200 languages are spoken.\nWho Is This For?\n\n 	Adults curious about learning a new language\n 	Families interested in multilingualism\n 	Educators and researchers\n 	Community members and cultural enthusiasts\n\nDelivered By\nThis session is a collaboration between:\n\nCasa do Livro – Biblioteca Brasileira\nA community-led initiative promoting access to Portuguese-language literature and cultural engagement in the UK.\n\nEscola de Português Sabiá Dúvida\nA heritage language school dedicated to teaching Portuguese through inclusive\, culturally responsive practices.
URL:https://londoncityoflanguages.org.uk/event-listing/a-taster-in-portuguese/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:festival-26,Language-Taster,Portuguese
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260522T113000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260522T123000
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SUMMARY:Business Lunch with Christoph Weaver
DESCRIPTION:In a live online conversation on Friday\, 22nd of May\, Christoph Weaver (former general manager of BayernLB\, London Branch) will speak to the Goethe-Institut about his career and his experiences with German and in Germany. \nParticipation in the event is free of charge but teachers are asked to collect questions from their students and share them with the Goethe-Institut (emailtogimagine@goethe.de  ) before the event. \nFollow link to the Goethe website for more information and registration.
URL:https://londoncityoflanguages.org.uk/event-listing/business-lunch-with-christoph-weaver/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:festival-26,German
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260521T101500
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260521T153000
DTSTAMP:20260609T082906
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SUMMARY:Goethe Institut: German Day – Culture and Society KS3/4
DESCRIPTION:Target audience: Key Stages 3-4 with minimum one year of learning German \nActivities: \n\nWorkshop on culture and society in Germany (e.g. music\, art)\nYoung Goethe Presentation\nLibrary Hunt\nFilm screening “Als Hitler das rosa Kaninchen stahl”\, “Soul Kitchen”\, “Almanya”\, or “Die Pfefferkörner”\n\nGroup prices:1-25 students – GBP 17525-50 students – GBP 35051-65 students – GBP 455 \nParticipation is free of charge for accompanying teachers. \nUPDATE 17.05.26. To celebrate the festival\, we’re delighted to offer a special 10% discount on this event for participating school groups. With the voucher code GERMAN10\, receive 10 % off and join us for inspiring encounters\, interactive experiences\, and an authentic taste of contemporary German culture.
URL:https://londoncityoflanguages.org.uk/event-listing/goethe-institut-german-day-culture-and-society-2/
LOCATION:Goethe Institut\, 50 Princes Gate\, Exhibition Road\, London\, SW7 2PH\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:festival-26,German
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260429T163000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260429T173000
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SUMMARY:National Year of Reading through a Polish lens
DESCRIPTION:THE HACKNEY LANGUAGE OF THE MONTH FOR APRIL IS POLISH:Join us for a National Year of Reading event through a Polish lens on 29/04/26 at Hackney Central Library 16.30 – 17.30 \n\n\nJoin a very special Polish language event at Hackney Central Library!\n\n\n\n\nMeet storyteller Michal Malinowski\, hear popular Polish stories\, and listen to Hackney students read poems and texts. \nIn collaboration with Hackney Education and the Polish Embassy. \nAge group: Children and young people \nTicket price: FREE \nAccess information: first floor with lift access \nInstagram: @hackneylibraries \n\n\nRegister for this free event for children by following this link.
URL:https://londoncityoflanguages.org.uk/event-listing/national-year-of-reading-through-a-polish-lens/
LOCATION:Hackney Central Library\, 1\, Reading Lane\, Hackney\, London\, E8 1GQ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:festival-26,Polish
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260428T173000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260428T190000
DTSTAMP:20260609T082906
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SUMMARY:Spotkanie z Bajarzem / An Evening with a Storyteller - with Michał Malinowski
DESCRIPTION:An Evening with a Storyteller – a workshop for parents and children aged 6+ \nWe invite you to a very special evening with Michał Malinowski – storyteller\, traveller and Director of the Storyteller Museum (Muzeum Bajek\, Baśni i Opowieści). \nThis is not just an evening out. It is an experience that awakens imagination\, opens hearts and reminds us how much we can give our children simply by being present with them. \nTo find out more and register for this free event\, follow this link. \nSpotkanie z Bajarzem – warsztat dla rodziców z dziećmi od 6. roku życia \nZapraszamy na wyjątkowe spotkanie z Michałem Malinowskim – bajarzem\, podróżnikiem i dyrektorem Storyteller Museum – Muzeum Bajek\, Baśni i Opowieści. \nTo nie jest zwykły wieczór. To spotkanie\, które budzi wyobraźnię\, otwiera serca i przypomina\, jak wiele możemy dać dzieciom\, będąc po prostu razem. \n \n 
URL:https://londoncityoflanguages.org.uk/event-listing/spotkanie-z-bajarzem-an-evening-with-a-storyteller-with-michal-malinowski/
LOCATION:Chobham Academy\, 40 Cheering Lane\, Newham\, London\, E20 1BD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:festival-26,Polish
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260222T080000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260506T233000
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SUMMARY:London Festival of Languages 26: Poster competition
DESCRIPTION:London: City of Languages is coordinating a ‘London Festival of Languages 2026’. The Festival will include a wide variety of activities\, both online and face to face\, when we can celebrate the rich diversity of languages used\, studied\, and loved across our city. \nTo advertise this\, we need a set of posters to display in schools\, cultural organisations and public spaces (e.g. libraries) to encourage people to go to our Festival of Languages Page on the website to find out what is on offer. \nWe invite pupils across London to design posters. Winning posters will be shared online and made available for schools and communities to download and use during the Summer Festival of Languages. \nSere more details and upload entries on our activity page here.
URL:https://londoncityoflanguages.org.uk/event-listing/london-festival-of-languages-26-poster-competition/
CATEGORIES:festival-26
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