NOW OR NEVER
UNTIL 9 AUG
HOLY POP!
It's your last chance to explore the exhibition that is "a joyous celebration of pop culture fandoms, and all their quirky, messy extremes." (Time Out)
FINAL SHOWS TOMORROW
LAUGHTERAMA
Stage and screen mega-star Tom Allen headlines and is joined by Taskmaster champion Lou Sanders, fast-rising Limahl Germain, viral wizard and Live At The Apollo star Josh Pugh and podcast princess Catherine Bohart.
Star of The Celebrity Traitors, Taskmaster and Ted Lasso, double Emmy nominee Nick Mohammed headlines. Joining is Off Menu’s Ed Gamble, BAFTA nominee Tim Key, Live At The Apollo treasure Celya AB, fast-rising Christopher Macarthur-Boyd, and Last One Laughing star Amy Gledhill.
ALSO DON'T MISS...
13–21 AUG
THE LEGACY OF NOTTING HILL CARNIVAL
For 60 years, Notting Hill Carnival has reminded us that Britain is not a monoculture and that equality is not achieved in courtrooms or parliament alone, but in the streets where people dance, eat and live together. Celebrate this anniversary with a special exhibition.
UNTIL 6 SEP
M.C ESCHER
THE EXHIBITION
Journey into fun, interactive displays and play with the ideas behind M.C. Escher's art. Co-produced by Arthemisia and Fever.
UNTIL 1 NOV
JEMMA DESAI
THERE ARE NO HONEST POEMS ABOUT DEAD WOMEN
Bringing together film and text, this installation centres feminist coalition, inheritance, and relation across the intimate and the political.
EVEN MORE TO LOOK FORWARD TO
16 SEP–6 OCT
DIANA.
REIMAGINED IN FLOWERS
FLEURS DE VILLES DIANA
Leading British floral designers create 15 spectacular fresh floral mannequins inspired by Diana, Princess of Wales' iconic looks, presented in support of The Diana Award. Explore the remarkable stories behind every floral masterpiece.
16–27 SEP
REVIVING CRAFT
REFLECTION OF THE MIND
Featuring more than 60 artists, a landmark exhibition that traces China’s living craft heritage, exploring objects of art and design as mirrors of the mind.
24 SEP–29 NOV
JENKIN VAN ZYL
ENCLOSURE
A newly commissioned film and installation by Somerset House Studios artist Jenkin van Zyl, that explores a culture where technological advancement has outpaced our ability to make sense of it.
15–18 OCT
1-54
CONTEMPORARY
AFRICAN ART FAIR 2026
Since its inception, 1-54 has established itself as a leading voice in the global discussion on contemporary African art. Book by midnight, Friday 14 August to get 20% off standard and VIP early bird tickets!
COMING SOON THIS WINTER
6 NOV–7 FEB
Through our Eyes
Sámi Art and Culture
The very first group exhibition in the UK to celebrate the vibrant art and culture of the Sámi people.
11 NOV–10 JAN
SKATE AT
SOMERSET HOUSE
WITH VIRGIN ATLANTIC HOLIDAYS
Make this an unforgettable festive season with skating for all ages, warming winter treats, and one-of-a-kind gift shopping.
4 FEB–18 APR
WONDER
WHY WE BELIEVE IN MAGIC
Our next major exhibition explores why humans continually return to magic, wonder and belief to make sense of a world we can never fully explain.
SEASONAL TREATS
SUMMER EATS OVERVIEW
Treat yourself to Café Petiole's vegan soft serve, Aram by Imad's Damascus iced tea, and an ice-cold soy martini at Poon's terrace.
