July

Henley Royal Regatta, Henley-on-Thames, Oxfordshire. Tel: 01491-572153: The international rowing race is also an important social event for the rich. It’s worth spending a day visiting, even if it’s just for a glass of Pimm’s liqueur.

Henry Wood Promenade Concerts, Royal Albert Hall. A series of classical concerts known as The Proms. The last night's performance in Hyde Park was very lively and was the climax of the entire concert.

Royal Tournament, Earls Court. Tel: 7385 1200: Grand military display of the Royal Army, Navy and Air Force.

The swans on the Thames enter the royal tradition (Swan Upping): All swans on the Thames belong to the Queen, the Wine Society and the Dyers Association. For 5 days every year, officials raft the Thames River to register the number of swans.

Doggett's Coat and Badge Race, London Bridge: A single oar race between London Bridge and Chelsea. A tradition dating back to 1715.

August

Notting Hill Carnival, Ladbroke Grove (Bank Holiday Weekend): colorful and vibrant West Indian style street carnival (this is the largest carnival in Europe). Carnival-goers wore colorful and imaginative costumes; there was a steel band and reggae music.

London Riding Horse Parade, Rotten Row, Hyde Park: Elegant event celebrating the best horses and riders.

International Street Performers' Festival, Covent Garden Piazza: Free street entertainment.

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