August Chinese Events in London Roundup

A roundup of all the best Chinese Events in London this August. There are a lot of Chinese-related events in London to explore this month, including Mahjong clubs, Art exhibitions, and China talks.

Four Winds Mahjong

Fancy a game of Mahjong but have no one to play with? Four Winds Mahjong has you covered. They meet every Saturday at ESEA community centre and some Sundays at Camden Chinese Community Centre.

When: See link
Where: See link
Website: https://www.instagram.com/fourwindsmahjong/

An Evening with Eliza Chan and Sunyi Dean

Head to Waterstones for an evening of ancient myths and legends as we welcome authors Eliza Chan and Sunyi Dean to celebrate their latest books Harbour of Hungry Ghosts and The Girl with a Thousand Faces. Both set in historical Hong Kong, these stories explore hungry spirits, unfamiliar monsters, and the brave young women hunting them. 

When: 6th August
Where: Waterstones, Trafalgar Sq
Website:https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/an-evening-with-eliza-chan-and-sunyi-dean-trafalgar-sq-tickets-1991780952446 

CBSN Summer Social

Join the Chinese Business and Social Network for their free summer social, an evening of networking, opportunity and conversation. CBSN brings together professionals, entrepreneurs, creatives, founders, investors, and internationally minded people interested in UK–China business, culture, and connection.

When: 10th August, 6:30 PM – 10:00 PM
Where: The Reliance, Old Street
Website:https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/free-chinese-business-and-social-network-social-10th-august-78-going-tickets-1987597109459 

Urban Garden Fair @ Canada Water

Join KERB GOES EAST × Urban Garden Fair for a weekend celebrating East Asian food, crafts and culture at Canada Water! They’re bringing together 70+ independent East Asian food, craft and lifestyle brands from Hong Kong, Taiwan, Japan, Korea, China, Vietnam, Malaysia and beyond.

When: 8th and 9th August
Where:  Canada Water
Website: https://www.instagram.com/urban_garden_fair/  

The Garden Cinema Hong Kong Film Season

The Garden Cinema’s Hong Kong season continues until August 27th. It will focus on the Golden Age of Hong Kong cinema from the mid-1980s to the handover year of 1997. The season runs across eight weeks with two guest directors, a series of academic introductions, and a public panel discussion.

When: Until August 27th
Where:  The Garden Cinema
Website:https://www.thegardencinema.co.uk/season/hong-kong-golden-age-1985-1997/

Free Chinese English Language Exchange

China Unbound hold this free Chinese-English language exchange every month. Designed for language learners of any level, it’s a perfect opportunity to practice that Chinese! They are a Chinese language school specialised in teaching adults.

When: 9th August
Where: Costa Coffee, 42-48 The Cut
Website: https://www.meetup.com/chinaunbound/events/314120185/ 

The Fourth London International Chinese Music Festival

The Fourth London International Chinese Music Festival is coming to London. It offers several concerts of Chinese music for people to attend, but also systematic tuition, master classes and workshops and related learning experiences, grading and competitions for those who want to or are currently learning. 

When: 24th – 28th August
Where: Multiple locations, see link below
Website: https://ukchinesemusic.org/london-international-chinese-music-festival-2026  

The Original Chinatown: Myths and Realities

This exhibition explores the intriguing world of London’s first Chinatown, which was originally located in Limehouse. It is organised by Care for St Anne’s. a charity dedicated to looking after St Anne’s church in Limehouse where this exhibition is held. Originally scheduled to end in July, it has been extended to September. Read our review to find out more about this exhibition. 

When: Open Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays 10–4
Where: St Anne’s Church, Limehouse
Website: https://www.careforstannes.org/

Chinese Calligraphy @ Charing Cross Mini-Hub

Charing Cross Library are offering free Chinese calligraphy sessions every Saturday. Led by a passionate and skilled Chinese Calligrapher, each session offers an engaging, hands-on approach that encourages creativity, expression, and learning.

When: Every Saturday
Where: Charing Cross Library
Website: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/chinese-calligraphy-charing-cross-mini-hub-tickets-1313799974089   

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