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
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
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 King's Cross, London
Tickets from £15
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.
Kathartic Karaoke at Edinburgh Fringe Festival
15 & 16 August
Free
The Mound at Edinburgh Fringe, Edinburgh
Thought you loved karaoke? You're about to love it a whole lot more as Three UK and Samaritans have launched Kathartic Karaoke booths in festivals this summer - which aims to boost your mood with music and singing.
If you missed out at Latitude Festival, no worries because there will be the karaoke booth at The Mound at Edinburgh Fringe where you'll be able to sing your heart out to the top ten endorphin boosting songs - as revealed by Three UK and an Oxford University Professor. Major slay, tbh.
Three and Samaritans have joined forces as part of their ongoing commitment to mental health support and wellbeing so if you fancy a chat, additional support or singing your heart out - head on over to the Three booth or Samaritan booth at The Mound at Edinburgh Fringe.
Appetite On The Farm
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.
Archie's Herne Hill
Throughout August
Herne Hill, London
If you want to add a little Latin American spice to your summer, head down to recently opened restaurant Archie's in glorious Herne Hill, South London. I feasted on fried corn ribs (fit), and grilled sea bass (delicious), washed down with sparkling water because I'm a sober warrior, but the cocktail menu looks interesting if that's your vibe. There's also Mexican pop Jarritos on the drinks menu but I saved my sugar hit for pudding: a condensed milk cake that was worth making space for. The setting is vibrant but intimate and the staff delightful. Book a table at Archie's Herne Hill.
Watch Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire in the cinema
Monday 25 August
Check your local cinema
Prices vary (depending on your cinema)
Can you believe it's been 20 years since Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire was released? Well, to celebrate the grand occasion and the Back to Hogwarts event, it'll be re-released in cinemas across the UK on bank holiday Monday which means you'll get to see Harry, Hermoine, Ron (and the return of He-Who-Must-Not-Be-Named) on the big screen. Make sure you check your local cinema - Cineworld, Vue, Odeon - and get booking your tickets.
Haus of Aja UK tour
6-16 August
Glasgow, Torquay, Cardiff, Leeds, Birmingham, London and Manchester
Tickets from £15.21
Fresh off of her All Stars 10 stint, RuPaul's Drag Race legend Aja is crossing the pond with her drag family the Haus of Aja - Kandy Muse, Dahlia Sin and Xunami Muse - for a show-stopping UK tour, including a London date at the iconic Clapham Grand. Expect incredible voguing, huge numbers and fab performances all night long. London tickets available here.
Grab a free apple (for the kids)
Until Wednesday 20 August
Your large local store
Free
This August, Tesco has re-launched its Free Fruit for Kids initiative where kids can grab a free apple in one of their large stores after checkout. The aim of the project is to help the nation have more of its five-a-day and to celebrate Tesco has discovered six ways the nation enjoy an apple - see the photo above. Make sure you remember to grab a free apple for your kids after checkout so they've got a snack for the journey home.
wagamama student discount - 25 per cent off
A-Level results from Thursday 14 - Wednesday 20 August and GCSE results from Thursday 21 - Wednesday 27 August
Any wagamama restaurant in England and Wales (excluding airports)
Prices vary (but you get 25 per cent off)
Getting your GCSE and A Level results honestly feels like the most stressful thing ever but wagamamas are on hand to ease that worry as they're giving students 25 per cent off all food and drink - regardless of what you get in your results. There's no minimum spend and all you need to do is sign up to wagamama's loyal programme Soul Club and show your 2025 results.
The Friends Experience: The One in London Official Trivia Night
Friday 16 August
Immerse LDN at Excel Waterfront, London
From £25
If you're as obsessed with Friends as us then you're going to love The Friends Experience: The One in London Official Trivia Night. Not only can you have a look around the interactive recreated sets - including Rachel and Monica's apartment - but you can also test your knowledge on the ultimate trivia night. You'll have a chance to win THEMED prizes and you can even bag yourself some extra points by drawing your work Thanksgiving fail - sign us up. Within your ticket you can look around the immersive experience from 7pm, start the quiz at 8pm, grab a complimentary themed drink and even have a brows around the retail store. Grab your tickets now before they sell out.
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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.
Georgina Terry is group editor for heat and Closer online. She's sure she used to be cool but these days spends more time in soft play than scoping out hip new happenings. To be clear, Georgina Terry has two young children.