A roundup of all the best Chinese Events in London this July. Highlights include an expand second edition of the future-focused EAST 2046 festival and a pop-up featuring Yunnanese tea.
CBSN at Lucy Wong
Join the Chinese Business and Social Network at Lucy Wong for 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. Our events are open to all nationalities and backgrounds. They have an upcoming summer social on August 10th.
When: 1st July, 6.00 PM – 8.30 PM
Where: Lucy Wong, Fitzrovia
Website: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/cbsn-at-lucy-wong-connections-conversation-opportunity-tickets-1990506467427
String Across the World Concert
The Strings across Worlds concert brings together four string musicians from across the world for a unique concert in London on July 4th. It brings together four remarkable musicians: Pipa virtuoso Gao Hong is joined by kora player Kadialy Kouyate, sitar maestro Baluji Shrivastav and guitarist Ignacio Lusardi Monteverde.
When: 4th July
Where: St John The Baptist, N1 6NP
Website: https://www.mosaicseries.com/events/mosaicseries/2198844
EAST 2046 Festival
The second edition of the EAST2046 Festival runs across London from 4–12 July 2026, with a post-festival content release and London’s first Mandarin-language Podcast Carnival on 18 July. Themed “Good Luck ~ Bad Luck”, the festival is presented in collaboration with London Data Week, for which EAST2046 serves this year as the official Art Curation Team.
When: 4-12th July
Where: Multiple locations
Website: https://www.east2046.com/2026programme
Urban Garden Fair @ Canary Wharf
There will be an East Asian pop-up market organised by Urban Garden Fair at Canary Wharf. Explore 30+ stalls featuring East Asian food, accessories, lifestyle goods, and take-home treats, all created by talented small businesses from Hong Kong, Korea, Taiwan, Japan, China and more.
When: 4-5th July
Where: Canary Wharf
Website: https://www.instagram.com/urban_garden_fair/
The Garden Cinema Hong Kong Film Season
From July 9th to August 27th a new Hong Kong film season is opening at The Garden Cinema in London. 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: From 9th July
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: 12th July
Where: Costa Coffee, 42-48 The Cut
Website: https://www.meetup.com/chinaunbound/events/312726995/
Free Chinese English Language Exchange
Westminster Music Library proudly presents Quartet Siji 四季 for their premiere performance. All are welcome at this free concert in a relaxed environment. Quartet Siji is a cross-cultural Chinese & Western exploration of their respective soundworlds featuring both classics and new compositions.
When: 25th July, 12:30 – 1:15 PM
Where: Westminster Music Library
Website: https://www.meetup.com/chinaunbound/events/312726995/
KITTEN: Stacey Yu in Conversation with Sarvat Hasin
Foyles are hosting an event with Chinese-American author Stacey Yu to celebrate the publication of her debut novel ‘Kitten’. She will be in conversation with award-winning author Sarvat Hasin.
When: 30th July, from 7 PM
Where: Foyles Bookshop, 107 Charing Cross Road
Website:https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/kitten-stacey-yu-in-conversation-with-sarvat-hasin-tickets-1989095345724
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
It Begins with Yun Pop Up
This curated pop-up space is bringing together independent brands across drinks, fashion, craft, design, objects and contemporary lifestyle. There will be many Chinese brands present, such as Pulu, bringing their tea from Yunnan to London. This is the last month to visit!
When: Until 31st July
Where: 22 Torrington Place, London, WC1E 7HJ
Website: https://www.instagram.com/p/DYvIvF3DLBs/?img_index=1
