heat’s Monthly Report: all the best things to do in August

From drag queen Dianas to roller skating disco fun

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by Nathan Katnoria |
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We're right into peak summer holiday so if you're looking for things to do with the kids or want to get away for some adults only fun, here's everything that's going on in August...

The Diana Mixtape

Until 10 August (London) and 19-21 August (Manchester)

HERE At Outernet, London and The Lowry, Salford, Manchester

Tickets from £37.90

The Diana Mixtape
It's giving camp ©ANRPR

We may have a winner in the contest for campest musical of all time as global RuPaul's Drag Race royalty star in The Diana Mixtape, a retelling of Princess Diana’s marriage to the now King Charles.

Courtney Act, Divina De Campo, Kitty Scott-Claus, Rosé and Priyanka all play Lady Di while 00s pop icon Noel Sullivan takes on the role of Charles and The Greatest Showman’s Keala Settle portrays Queen Elizabeth II.

Featuring hits by Britney, Gaga, Kylie and more, The Diana Mixtape runs from 29 July-10 August at London’s HERE at Outernet before hitting The Lowry in Salford from 19-21 August. Tickets available here.

RollerLand

Until 17 August

Brent Cross, London

From £8

RollerLand
It's wheely good fun ©Full Fat

Whether you're a super skater or a first-timer, you're guaranteed to have wheely good fun (sorry) at RollerLand, Brent Cross' first ever roller rink. Giving the ultimate retro vibes with disco beats and vibrant, RollerLand is the perfect place for a family day out, a date night or just some good old fun with friends.

There are all day skating sessions, with family-friendly daytime sessions and even quiet hours for those who need a more relaxed visit. Let the good times roll. Tickets available here.

Coldplay: A Film For The Future

From 21 August

Lightroom Kind's Cross, London

Tickets from £15

Coldplay A Film For The Future
Get ready for a fully immersive experience ©Justin Sutcliffe

Coinciding with Coldplay's record-breaking 10 show run at Wembley Stadium, a 360 immersive experience featuring the band's music and the work of over 150 different visual artists from 45 countries will return to Lightroom King's Cross.

Using state-of-the-art audio technology and 11m high projection across 4 walls and the floor, Coldplay fans can become fully immersed in the visual and audio experience. 'We’re extremely grateful to all the amazing artists who lent their visual genius to this film. They’ve made something very beautiful and we’re extremely proud of it,' the band said. Tickets available here.

Appetite On The Farm

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From 23-24 August

Kelvedon Hall, Brentwood

From £45

Fancy going to a festival this month? Well, you're going to want to head to Appetite On The Farm this August Bank Holiday as Seth Troxler B2B Skream, Sweeley, MJ Cole and a DJ set from Groove Armada will be there. The two-day festival is in Essex and your ticket includes a free shuttle bus so you won't have to worry about being stranded. Sign us up.

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Nathan Katnoria is heat and Closer online's Senior Digital Writer. When he's not writing about the latest and greatest reality TV shows and celeb news, he can usually be found at a gig, a drag show or hunting down London's best new events.

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