Events in London Heathrow during 2012

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In London Heathrow you may find events to suit all ages and tastes and the most perfect part is that they are easily accessible with your car hire. While visiting London Heathrow for business or pleasure, there is always time for you to immerse yourself in the festivals in London Heathrow, that might take place just nearby.
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January

New Year’s Day Parade (1st January) – This traditional annual festival in London has become the world’s largest street procession, drawing thousands to the city’s streets to splendour at this jubilant spectacle which commences at Parliament Square. (www.londonparade.co.uk)
London Art Fair – The Business Design Centre in Islington stages this annual event in London, which showcases a large number of galleries displaying works from renowned contemporary British artists and budding new talent.  (www.londonartfair.co.uk)

July

Diamond League – The International Association of Athletics Federations organises this annual summer two day athletics event in London attracting top class athletes. (www.diamondleague-london.com)

February

Kinetica Art Fair – This annual London event is held at the P3 Exhibition space and is a cutting edge show concentrating on modern technology incorporating time based art, robotic, science, light, sound and more. Presentations by a good number of artists and galleries contribute to a truly interesting and unique art fair. (www.kinetica-artfair.com)
Hugglets Winter Bearfest – Calling all lovers of the cuddly Teddy Bear to this annual event in London, held at Kensington Town Hall where a huge number of both antique and modern bears are exhibited. (www.hugglets.co.uk)

August

Kids Week – This annual theatre event in London is a two week program of exciting creative activities, theatre shows, workshops and much more for children, teenagers and families. (www.kidsweek.co.uk)
South West Four – Clapham Common is the setting for this dazzling annual electronic music festival in London. (www.southwestfour.com)

March

Head of the River Race – This annual rowing event in London takes place on the River Thames from Mortlake to Putney. (www.horr.co.uk)
Classical spectacular – The Royal Albert Hall hosts this impressive annual classical music festival in London featuring grand performances from the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra. (www.royalalberthall.com)

September

Mind Body Soul Experience – This London event is a weekend showcase of themes in preparation for the cold winter months aiming to develop healthy mind body and soul held at the Olympia Exhibition Centre. (www.mbsevents.co.uk)

April

Oxford & Cambridge Boat Race – The time honoured rowing race event in London is between the two Universities of Oxford and Cambridge, taking place on the River Thames. (www.theboatrace.org)
London Book Fair – Collectors, readers and scholars of books are drawn to this annual book publishing trade fair event in London. (www.londonbookfair.co.uk)
London Marathon – One of the world’s top sporting occasions is the annual marathon event in London. (www.virginlondonmarathon.com)

October

Bachfest (Oct - Nov) – A London festival commemorating the life and times of the great composer Bach, featuring performances from renowned guest artists. (www.bachlive.co.uk/bachfest/)

May

The Night of 1000 Voices – This musical delight wows audiences at the Royal Albert Hall during this acclaimed festival in London honouring musical theatre. (www.royalalberthall.com)
Breakin’ convention – This London festival is the largest global meeting of Hip Hop dance theatre. (www.breakinconvention.com)

November

London to Brighton Veteran Car Run – The annual meeting of veteran cars from around the globe gather at this event in London, to participate in the world’s longest running automobile event. (www.veterancarrun.com)
Lord Mayor’s Show – A London event dating back to 1535, consisting of the newly appointed Lord Mayor being transported in his elaborate golden carriage through the historic streets of London. (www.lordmayorsshow.org)

June

Polo in the Park – This premier London sporting event is played in Fulham at Hurlingham Park drawing top class polo players to this three day annual competition. (www.polointheparklondon.com)
International Fine Arts and Antiques Fair – A prestigious arts and antiques festival in London showing thousands of exquisite treasured collectable antiquities. (www.olympia-art-antiques.com)
Wimbledon Tennis Championships (June - July) – Tennis lovers flock to this annual traditional grass tennis tournament event in London to watch world class tennis players compete to become the King and Queen of the grass. Strawberries and cream can be enjoyed too! (www.wimbledon.com)
BluesFest London (June - July) – This annual week long blues festival in London pays tribute to the globe’s finest blues artists with fantastic performances from renowned artists. (www.bluesfestlondon.com)

December

New Year’s Eve in Trafalgar Square – As Big Ben strikes at midnight, partying and celebrations unfold to welcome the New Year in at Trafalgar Square for this amazing annual event in London.