Harry Styles announced an 11-day stint at Southbank Centre – and the 31st edition of Meltdown, the curated music festival - back in February. Now, the time has come for his takeover to begin. From 11th to 21st June, the pop star will present a packed programme featuring the likes of Erika de Casier and Fousheé. Not to mention, the Grammy-winning artist himself will headline the festival (in between performances at The O2), backed by the Jules Buckley Orchestra. If you can still get your hands on tickets, it'll be worth it for the chance to see Devonté Hynes, Tracey Emin and bar italia on the same bill. Image via Southbank Centre

It's not unusual to see a winding queue outside any Dishoom restaurant, but there's another addition that's sure to have lines snaking down the street. For one weekend only, Shreeji’s, the beloved newsagents on Marylebone's Chiltern Street, will be dedicated to serving the restaurant’s newly introduced Bombay-style masala chai. Alongside a cup of the good stuff, you'll be able to browse limited-edition merchandise, snack on jeera biscuits (filled with cumin seeds) and Nankhatai (shortbread cookies), and play Matka - game of chance - to score some prizes (perhaps a tasty Dishoom dish) and pick up a zine on your way out. Meet you there.

The Royal Academy’s Summer Exhibition is one of London’s biggest annual art events, bringing together everything from painting and photography to sculpture, film and digital art under one roof. It gives you the chance to discover contemporary talent, and seek out well-known artists and Royal Academicians. But it’s not just about the art - it’s a social event too. Think of it as the art world’s equivalent of Wimbledon or Glastonbury: a chance to meet up with friends, soak up the atmosphere and enjoy a day out, whether you’re an art expert or not. If early starts aren't your thing, there are late openings, a gin bar from Thursday through the weekend, and no limit to the art you can take home. Image via @royalacademyarts

Chef and food content creator Jacob White is taking over the kitchen at The Palomar for one night only as part of its latest guest chef series. On 8th June, the chef - known for documenting everything from homemade pasta and beef ragù to comfort-food favourites on his socials - will bring his expertise to the restaurant. Expect an elderflower martini, duck croquettes with hoisin mayo, charred hispi cabbage with anchovy butter, and a standout Côte de Boeuf served with White's signature sauce.

In celebration of the RHS Chelsea Flower Show, New York's Magnolia Bakery is popping up at Café Ciel, transforming its courtyard with a flower-filled display inspired by the event. Naturally, the TikTok-viral banana pudding will be available, alongside a special sticky toffee pudding created exclusively for the London pop-up. Running until 10th June, and with queues already spilling onto the pavement by the looks of Instagram, you've only got a few days left to visit the famed NYC bakery. Run, don't walk. Image via @cafeceil.ldn

In the heart of Copenhagen, another soon-to-be-viral hotel has opened its doors. Henrik's Hotel, a stone's throw from Tivoli Gardens, sits at the centre of the city's energy. Home to 44 rooms adorned in duck-egg blue, soft pink and pistachio hues, the property feels intimate without ever feeling crowded – a welcome contrast to the buzz outside. Designed to feel both welcoming and restorative, it's the kind of place that offers respite after a long day of exploring, while keeping rollercoasters and offering city hotshots right on your doorstep.

The second annual SXSW London has arrived. Last year, the Texas-born film and music festival planted roots on British soil, and this week marks another round of talks, screenings and panels across Shoreditch. Michelle Obama and her brother Craig Robinson have already taken to the stage, recording an episode of their hit podcast, IMO, live, but there's still plenty to look forward to. Sofia Coppola's documentary on her close friend and designer Marc Jacobs, Marc by Sofia, is on this weekend's programme, alongside culinary documentary Feast or Famine and horror feature The Remedy. On the music front, expect performances from Afrobeats star Tiwa Savage, Sega Bodega and a whole lot more. Image via @imopodcasts

Ever wanted to take your obsession with moon signs, sun signs and everything in between to the next level? Well, delve into an exhibition that explores our enduring fascination with the moon and sun. Running for the next few months, it's sure to keep astrology enthusiasts and space lovers alike well and truly satiated. Staged inside the Saatchi Gallery, The Sun and The Moon: Art Inspired by the Celestial exhibition spans nine spaces across two floors, beginning with a documentation of a full 24-hour cycle. It kicks off with an examination of dawn and its ties to mythology, while elsewhere there'll be a reinterpretation of the sun by artist Luke Jerram, featuring a collage of 40,000 images. The immersive exhibition will also include a large-scale split moon installation and a section dedicated to Project Apollo, spotlighting the women who were at the forefront of the mission.

A burger is always a good idea, especially when Ana Ortiz’s behind the wheel. Taking over the grill at Zula in Marble Arch, Ortiz is bringing her signature burger to the menu with a South American twist: a thick beef patty marinated in Colombian-style aliños, topped with her chimichurri and fresh aioli, then sandwiched between brioche buns. Running until 15th June, the collaboration joins a growing roster of chefs reimagining the humble burger. Only 20 are available each day, so do with that info what you will.

For the first time, Barbara Hepworth's work from the 1940s, '50s and '60s will be exhibited together. Bringing together the celebrated artist's sculptural works and colour-rich drawings, the exhibition features around 20 sculptures and 30 works on paper that showcase the breadth of her visual language. Highlights include a series of wood-carved pieces from the 1940s, ranging from works being shown publicly for the first time to rare loans from private collections around the world, rendered in striking yellows and blues. Catch the exhibition at Courtauld Galleries inside Somerset House until 6th September. Image via @courtauld