What’s On in Islington & North East London | February 2–8, 2026
Discover What’s On around Islington Feb 2nd-8th 2026, Looking for the best events, gigs, food, markets and culture in Islington, King’s Cross, Shoreditch, Hackney and Dalston next week? This guide has everything locals need—from theatre, live music, comedy, drag, club nights, to Sunday roasts—all curated for North & East London.
📍 Covered Areas
Islington · Highbury · Finsbury Park · Holloway · Archway · King’s Cross · Clerkenwell · Farringdon · Dalston · Hackney · Stoke Newington · Shoreditch · Hoxton
Monday 2 February 2026
🏃 Community & Fitness
GearGoat Run Club – Coal Drops Yard, King’s Cross
- 6:00–7:30pm | Free entry
- Sociable 5K run for all levels; 25% off food & drinks after.
- Family & dog-friendly.
- coal drops yard
🎭 Theatre & Performing Arts
- Already Perfect – King’s Head Theatre, Islington | 7:30pm
Tony-winner Levi Kreis brings joyful LGBTQ+ musical theatre. - American Psycho – Almeida Theatre, Islington | Evening | £22–£45
Dark satire & gripping performances; book ahead. - Almeida Theatre
🍽️ Food & Markets
Canopy Market – King’s Cross | 12:00–8:00pm | Free
Indoor street food, artisan makers, and unique gifts.
Tuesday 3 February 2026
🎵 Live Music
- Trampolene + Tres Kings – The Lexington, Islington | 7:00pm | £10–£15
- Ash – Scala, King’s Cross | Evening | Tickets required
🎪 Nightlife & Clubs
Friction – Elektrowerkz, Angel | 10:00pm–4:00am | £10–£15
Drum & bass, electronic music; 18+ only, valid ID required.
🎲 Pub Quiz
Malt & Hops, North London | 7:30pm | Free
Craft beers, friendly vibes, dog & family-friendly.
Wednesday 4 February 2026
🧘 Wellness & Community
- Gong Bath Meditation – Union Chapel Bar, Islington | Evening | £15–£25
- #langcatlive – Kings Place, King’s Cross | 11am–5pm
Networking & professional development for financial advisors. - Union Chapel
🎪 Nightlife
TeamUCL Sports Night – Scala, King’s Cross | 11pm–5am | £3 early bird
Student-focused multi-room music night.
Thursday 5 February 2026
🎵 Live Music & Events
Quiet Night Out – Union Chapel, Islington | Evening | £18–£25
Featuring Justin Sullivan, Penguin Cafe, Cosmo Pyke in a Grade I-listed venue with perfect acoustics.
🎲 Pub Quiz
’90s & ’00s Quiz – 101 Myddleton Road, Islington | 7:00pm | £5
Pop culture nostalgia with cash prizes.
Friday 6 February 2026
🎵 Live Music
- Silvia Pérez Cruz – Union Chapel, Islington | Evening | £25–£35
- BEAUX – The Garage, Highbury | 6:30pm | SOLD OUT
🎪 Club Nights
- Pinky Promise – Elektrowerkz, Angel | 9:00pm–6:00am
- Strictly Bangers – Queen of Hoxton, Shoreditch | 10:00pm–late
- Face Down – Scala, King’s Cross | Evening | £8–£12
🍽️ Food & Markets
Canopy Market Weekend – King’s Cross | 12–8pm | Free coal drops yard
Saturday 7 February 2026
🎭 Theatre & Comedy
- 1536 – Almeida Theatre, Islington | Matinee & Evening | £25–£50
- Live at the Chapel with Nina Conti – Union Chapel | Evening | £22–£30
🌈 Drag & LGBTQ+ Events
Kiki Drag Cabaret – Queen of Hoxton, Shoreditch | 7:30pm–late | £15–£25
Bottomless prosecco & ’90s hits—must-see East London drag.
🎵 Live Music
- SUDS + Soot Sprite – The Lexington, Islington | 7:00pm | £8–£12
- Darbar: Indian Classical Music – Barbican, Clerkenwell | 7:00pm | £20–£35
🎪 Nightlife & Clubs
- EGG Club – Techno & Bass, King’s Cross
- XOYO, Shoreditch | 10:00pm–5:00am
- Roast & Wildlife – Shoreditch/East London rooftops
🛍️ Markets & Community – Saturday & Sunday
Top North & East London markets to explore:
- Broadway Market, Hackney | 9am–5pm | Free
- Stoke Newington Farmers Market, N16 | 10am–2:30pm | Free | All-organic
- Canopy Market, King’s Cross | 11am–6pm | Free
- Islington Farmers Market, Chapel Market | 10am–2pm | Free | Seasonal produce, meat, cheeses, family & dog-friendly
- Columbia Road Flower Market, Bethnal Green | Sunday only | 8am–3pm | Flowers, plants & gifts
- Spitalfields Market, Spitalfields | Sat & Sun | 10am–5pm | Street food, independent designers, vintage finds
- Brick Lane Market, Shoreditch | Sunday only | 10am–5pm | Fashion, art, street food & East London culture
✅ Pro tip: Plan your market route—you can hit 3–4 in one morning if walking from Shoreditch to Hackney. Bring reusable bags and go early to beat crowds.
Sunday 8 February 2026
🥊 Sports & Events
University Fight Night XI – Scala, King’s Cross | 2–8pm | £15–£30
Live Muay Thai with family-friendly afternoon sessions.
🍖 Sunday Roasts
Neighbour-approved spots:
- The Duke of Cambridge | Organic & dog-friendly
- Smokehouse Islington | BBQ-focused roasts
- The Drapers Arms | Arrive early, popular pork belly
- Jones & Sons, Dalston | Trendy & shareable
- Barge East, Hackney Wick | Riverside dining
🎤 Evening Fun
- Free Comedy – Brewhouse & Kitchen, Islington | 6pm
- Sunday Pub Quiz – The Fox at Crouch End | 8pm
🌟 Week-Long & Local Highlights
- Ongoing Theatre: American Psycho (Almeida), Already Perfect (King’s Head)
- Coffee & Remote Work: Grind Shoreditch, Ozone Coffee, Flying Horse Coffee
- LGBTQ+ Highlights: Weekly drag cabaret at Queen of Hoxton, LGBTQ+ History Month events
- Dog-Friendly Pubs: The Duke of Cambridge, The Drapers Arms, The Myddleton Arms, The Narrowboat
- Budget-Friendly Picks: Free comedy, pub quizzes, and markets under £10
🚇 Getting Around & Tips
- Tube: Angel (Northern), Highbury & Islington (Victoria/Overground), King’s Cross St Pancras, Old Street, Shoreditch High Street
- Night Tube: Fridays & Saturdays (Victoria & Northern lines)
- Tip: Book Sunday roasts early, check ID for 18+ club nights, bring reusable bags for markets
✅ FAQ – North & East London Events
Q: Which markets are family & dog-friendly?
A: Broadway, Stoke Newington, Canopy, Islington Farmers, Columbia Road, Spitalfields, Brick Lane.
Q: Best live music venues?
A: Union Chapel, The Lexington, Scala, Barbican, Queen of Hoxton.
Q: Where to find Sunday roasts in Islington & Hackney?
A: The Duke of Cambridge, Smokehouse Islington, Drapers Arms, Jones & Sons, Barge East.
Q: How to travel efficiently between events?
A: Tube, Overground, buses (4, 19, 30, 43, 149, 242, 243), walk or cycle.
❤️ What’s On around Islington Feb 2nd-8th 2026 is Curated by Islington Local Guide
Your trusted weekly events guide for Islington, Shoreditch, Hackney, King’s Cross and Dalston.
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