Go London – Thursday Nov 20 to Sunday Nov 23

City releases 2025 Resident Satisfaction Survey results – The City of London published findings from this year’s survey, which checks in on how residents feel about services, safety, and quality of life.City of London

Province bans municipal speed cameras – Ontario has ended the use of automated speed enforcement, with London’s deputy mayor voicing concern about the impact on traffic calming and school-zone safety.106.9 The X

New funding window for festivals & events – The Experience Ontario 2026 program is now open, offering provincial support for eligible festivals and live events. Local organizers can apply now (London Music Office is amplifying the call).londonmusicoffice.com

Remembering Bill Brady – Long-time London radio voice and Free Press columnist Bill Brady has died. He started his career at 980 CFPL and became one of the best-known broadcast names in the region.106.9 The X

Hyde Park Santa Claus Parade 2025 (Sat Nov 22, 10:00 a.m., Sherwood Forest Mall → Gainsborough Rd) — great for families, community spirit, and photo-op floats.

All‑Star Night of Bluegrass & Country at The Richmond Tavern (Fri Nov 21) — local-scene country/bluegrass show worth spotlighting. London Tourism

London Gem & Mineral Expo (Fri-Sun Nov 21-23, Centennial Hall) — niche community expo, something outside the usual theatre/music radar. centennialhall.london.ca

Kate Channer Band Live at Eastside Bar & Grill (Sat Nov 22) — a local live music option with good vibe for the nightlife-curious. eastsidebarandgrill.ca

Hyde Park Santa Claus Parade — Sat Nov 22, 10:00 a.m.

Dr. Seuss’ How the Grinch Stole Christmas! – Canada Life Place (Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun)

Wonderful Joe – Marionette show, Grand Theatre (running through Sun Nov 23)

London Gem & Mineral Expo – Fri & Sat & Sun: good for curious kids/adults together

Holiday Craft Drop-In at Central Library Labs – Thu Nov 20 morning (free, family friendly)

Storybook Gardens – While their Winter Magic starts later, the grounds remain open and family-friendly for afternoon outings.

Falls For The Elderly – Release Show w/ Flesh Prison, Burner, The Drafted – Rum Runners – doors 7 p.m., show 8 p.m. London Music Hall

Codefendants + Danny Miles + Thesis Sahib & guests – Supply & Demand / BEERLAB! – 8 p.m.

Live sets at 100 Kellogg Lane: Graham Bedard (GMT-5 lounge) and Justin Maki (1913)

Choir! Choir! Choir! – Un‑Silent Night – London Music Hall – doors 7 p.m., show 8 p.m. London Music Hall

All-Star Night of Bluegrass & Country – The Richmond Tavern – Fri Nov 21. London Tourism

Live music at Eastside Bar & Grill – MELO – Fri Nov 21. eastsidebarandgrill.ca

CPKC Holiday Train – Smash Mouth & JJ Wilde – rail crossing ~8:30-9:00 p.m.

Matthew Good & I Mother Earth – London Music Hall – doors 7 p.m., show 8 p.m. London Music Hall

Kate Channer Band – Eastside Bar & Grill – Sat Nov 22. eastsidebarandgrill.ca

Additional smaller local gigs (check Bandsintown/venue calendars) – good for late-night discovery. Bandsintown

A Coast‑to‑Coast Cowboy Christmas w/ George Canyon & Aaron Pritchett – London Music Hall – doors 7 p.m., show 8 p.m. Country 104

Open-mic/jam at East End venue – “The Fish” at Eastside Bar & Grill, Sat Nov 23 (early evening) Facebook

45th London Scouts Annual Holiday Bazaar – Sat Nov 22 – Boyle Community Centre – 10 a.m. onward.

Mission Services – Scan Away Hunger campaign (ongoing).

Local neighbourhood meeting: Fanshawe Community Committee – Sat afternoon (time TBA)

Strategic Priorities & Policy Committee – Thu Nov 20 – 9:30 a.m. – City Hall Council Chambers.

Committee of Adjustment – Thu Nov 20 – 1:30 p.m.

Public Consultation – Provincial Transit Review – Fri Nov 21 – 11:00 a.m. – Central Library (open to public)

Planning Advisory Forum – Sat Nov 22 – 2:00 p.m. – George R. Parker Library (community input session for new South London subdivision)

Experience Ontario 2026 – Festival & Event Funding – applications open now.

Urban Agriculture Grant – City of London – applications due Nov 30 for 2026 funding (highlight).

Food-Bank Drive: CPKC Holiday Train – bring non-perishable food or cash donations at event on Nov 21.

History Now! A Taste of London’s Black History – Museum London – 6:00–7:30 p.m.

Falls For The Elderly – Release Show (w/ Flesh Prison, Burner, The Drafted) – Rum Runners – doors 7:00 p.m., show 8:00 p.m.

Codefendants + Danny Miles + Thesis Sahib & guests – Supply & Demand / BEERLAB! – 8:00 p.m.–late.

Live lounge sets at 100 Kellogg Lane – Graham Bedard & Justin Maki.

Dr. Seuss’ How The Grinch Stole Christmas! – Canada Life Place – 7:00 p.m.

Wonderful Joe – Grand Theatre – performances continuing (check schedule).

Songs of Many Lands – International Week Concert – von Kuster Hall (Western) – 1:30 p.m.

Dr. Seuss’ How The Grinch Stole Christmas! – Canada Life Place – 7:00 p.m.

MELO – Eastside Bar & Grill – live music evening.

All-Star Night of Bluegrass & Country – The Richmond Tavern – evening.

CPKC Holiday Train – Smash Mouth & JJ Wilde – Richmond St rail crossing – ~8:30–9:00 p.m.

Ready, Set, Rock: Let the Music Play – Marconi Club – evening.

Live music at 100 Kellogg Lane – Stelle & Colton (GMT-5 lounge) / Justin Asuncion (1913).

Hyde Park Santa Claus Parade – 10:00 a.m. – Sherwood Forest Mall → Gainsborough Rd.

London Gem & Mineral Expo – Centennial Hall – 10:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m.

45th London Scouts Annual Holiday Bazaar – Boyle Community Centre – from 10:00 a.m.

Dr. Seuss’ How The Grinch Stole Christmas! – Canada Life Place – 11:00 a.m., 3:00 p.m., 7:00 p.m.

Wonderful Joe – Grand Theatre – daytime show(s).

Kate Channer Band – Eastside Bar & Grill – live music evening.

Matthew Good & I Mother Earth – London Music Hall – doors 7 p.m., show 8 p.m.

Late night: Curbi – Rum Runners – doors 10:00 p.m. (19+ event). London Music Hall

Wonderful Joe – Grand Theatre – final performance(s).

Dr. Seuss’ How The Grinch Stole Christmas! – Canada Life Place – 7:00 p.m.

A Coast-to-Coast Cowboy Christmas w/ George Canyon & Aaron Pritchett – London Music Hall – doors 7 p.m., show 8 p.m.

The Fish party – Eastside Bar & Grill – 9:00 p.m. start, cover $10. Facebook

London Gem & Mineral Expo – Centennial Hall – final day, 10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.

Additional open discussions / neighbourhood meet-up: Fanshawe Community Committee – afternoon.