StyleNest roundup the best events and must-visit spots for the whole family during the Olympics and Paralympics.
The time has finally arrived and the Olympics are just around the corner. Whether you have got tickets or not, show your support for team GB and enjoy the games with our roundup of the best Olympic days out.
From exhibitions to Olympic parties, this summer make sure you don’t miss any of the 2012 sporting action with StyleNest’s pick-of-the best of what’s on.
Don’t know what to wear this Olympics? See our Olympic Fashion roundup.
The Water Poet Olympic Games
Water Poet
East End pub, The Water Poet is celebrating the launch of the Olympics with an opening party with special guest ales. Sip and celebrate whilst you watch the games on one of the nine screens with a range of London beers.
What: The Water Poet The Olympics Games Party
Where: 9-11 Folgate Street, Spitalfields, London, E1 6BX
When: Friday 27 July at 6pm
The Olympic Journey: The Story of the Games
Royal Opera House
From Saturday 28 July to Sunday 12 August, the Royal Opera House tells the story of the Olympic games. From the history of ancient triumphs and modern day successes, the exhibition illustrates artefacts, graphics, film and audio from the Olympic Museum in Lausanne.
What: The Olympic Journey: The Story of the Games
Where: Royal Opera House, Bow Street, Covent Garden, London, WC2E 9DD
When: Sat 28 July – Sun 12 August
Mascots of the Olympic Games
Museum of Childhood
Home to some of the world’s most treasured antique children’s toys, this exhibition exhibits 38 mascots from the past summer and winter Olympic and Paralympic Games, including 2012s Wenlock and Mandeville.
What: Mascots of the Olympic Games Exhibition
Where: V&A Museum of Childhood, Cambridge Heath Road, London E2 9PA
When: 19 May – 28 October
The Parlour Bar Olympic Screenings
The Parlour Bar
If you haven’t got a ticket to the Olympics fear not as you can feel part of the crowd and enjoy the opening ceremony at the Parlour Bar’s outdoor screens.
What: The Parlour Bar Olympic Screenings
Where: The Park Pavillion, 40 Canada Square Park, London, E14 5FW
When: 27 July – 12 August
The London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games Medals
The British Museum
This exhibition showcases the story of the production of the medals for the Olympics and Paralympic Games 2012 along with a display of objects from the 19th century and medals from 1908-1948.
What: The London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games Medals
Where: British Museum, Great Russel Street, WC1B 3DG
When: 8 February – 9 September
London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games Posters Exhibition
Tate Britain
The Tate Britain are exhibiting twelve screen prints and lithographs in celebration for the 2012 Olympics and Paralympic Games. Commissioned by artists Fiona Banner, Michael Craig-Martin, Martin Creed, Tracey Emin, Anthea Hamilton, Howard, Hodgkin, Gary Hume, Sarah Morris, Chris Ofili, Bridget Riley, Bob and Roberta Smith and Rachel Whiteread.
What: London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games Posters Exhibition
Where: Tate Britain, Millbank, London, SW1P 4RG
When: 21 June – 23 September
Viva Eastender! The Olympic Cabaret.
The Richmix
The Young and Talented theatre school in Bethnal Green takes the stage of the Richmix with an all round acting, singing and dancing performance. (£7 full, £5 concessions).
What: The Olympic Cabaret
Where: The Richmix
When: 21 July at 7pm – 22 July at 3.30pm & 7pm
