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East and South East Asian Events in London February 2026 - What’s On Guide by NOVA ESEA

Updated: Feb 5

NOVA ESEA Events update

Updated 02/02/2026


Looking for East and Southeast Asian events in London this month? This is your hub for ESEA gigs, food markets, supperclubs, exhibitions and theatre across the city. We spotlight everything from underground nights to big festival moments, with new listings added throughout the month. You will also find the occasional ESEA highlight from other UK cities when something special is happening.

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Featured Events This Month

 

2 – 8 February


AZNSZN Show | 02 Feb 2026 | London

Valentine’s edition gig night (w/ Asianktones collab vibes) spotlighting trans/queer musicians of colour. 


Charity concert + storytelling in response to Sumatra floods, with Indonesian diaspora community energy. 


Comedy + new music by E/SE Asian creatives, reframing “classical” narratives with bite and joy. 


UpClose 2026: Liang Lawrence | 04 Feb 2026 | London

CloseUp’s UpClose series — Liang’s first 2026 show. 


Alvin Liu: Sake Katana | 04 Feb 2026 | London

Mischievous, heart-warming comedy about honour + identity (samurai-in-London chaos). 


Chiten Theatre: The Gambler | 05–15 Feb 2026 | London

Kyoto-based theatre company returns with Dostoevsky — fragmented, musical, raw (Japanese w/ surtitles). 


Mandarin pop classics + dancefloor night, Lunar New Year edition (18+). 


Focus Hong Kong CNY 2026 | 06–07 Feb 2026 | London

Hong Kong cinema celebration at The Garden Cinema (festival focus + classics/new work). 


London Lunar New Year Fair 2026 | 07–08 Feb 2026 | London

Weekend fair w/ 90+ stalls, workshops + performances (Urban Garden Fair). 


Gachitayo Kamayan Supper Club at Zao An | 07–08 Feb 2026 | London

All-hands Kamayan + Ssam feast (Filipino/Korean-inspired communal supper). 


Japan Foundation Touring Film Programme 2026 | 06 Feb – 31 Mar 2026 | Various across the UK

UK-wide Japanese cinema programme touring 30+ venues, spanning comedy, crime, fantasy, horror + more.


9 – 15 February


BITTY PRESENTS: HOT POT NIGHT | 10 Feb 2026 | London

Global R&B/Pop night — Bitty’s UK debut + guests (Hot Pot Night lineup). 


Fundraising Lunar New Year Party! | 12 Feb 2026 | London

LNY fundraiser supporting “On Your Side” (meal + welcome drink included). 


Momoko Gill Live at The Jazz Cafe | 13 Feb 2026 | London

Rare live show from producer/songwriter Momoko Gill (jazz + experimental electronics). 


Korean Seollal celebration: performances, workshops, market, shared wishes. 


ESEA Community Centre Lunar New Year Season | 31 Jan–14 Feb 2026 | London

Community centre LNY season incl. makers/market moments + workshops (final date: 14 Feb). 


Lunar New Year Walk + Workshop | 14 Feb 2026 | London

Hampstead Heath community walk + food/tradition workshop w/ Mother Canteen. 


Jarita Wan & Her London-Konger Music Souls Encounter | 14 Feb 2026 | Kingston upon Thames

Valentine’s live band set of Hong Kong/Taiwan pop favourites with Jarita + friends. Asian histories in the city.


Tết celebration by Vietnamese Family Partnership — performances + community gathering (details TBC). 


Vinny Shiu: British. Broken. Chinese | 15 Feb 2026 | London

Stand-up hour on identity, family expectations, dating chaos + musical comedy.


16 – 22 February


Chiharu Shiota: Threads of Life | 17 Feb–03 May 2026 | London

Immersive web-like installations exploring memory, body, fragility of existence (Hayward Gallery). 


KPop Cabaret Showdown | 17 Feb 2026 | London

Queer Asian cabaret meets K-pop (drag, live music, dance numbers; matinee). 


NoSo Headline Show | 17 Feb 2026 | London

Intimate, personal alt/indie show grappling with identity + alienation. 


Ryoji Ikeda Weekend | 20–22 Feb 2026 | London

Weekend of performances from Japan’s leading electronic composer/visual artist (Barbican). 


anyone can dance w/Eastern Margins | 20–21 Feb 2026 | London

Late-night club sounds co-curated w/ Eastern Margins (Barbican after-hours). 


The Grand Nine Feast | 17 Feb 2026 | London

The OG Cantonese “Grand Nine” banquet — remixed LNY feast with modern flavours + disco glamour at Bun House Disco


Draig Fest – Lunar New Year 2026 | 21 Feb 2026 | Cardiff

Queer ESEA community fundraiser night themed “Home & Hearth” (food included). 


One-off 10-dish Filipino–Canto feast (limited dietaries). 


A New Year Feast by Chubby Dumpling | 21 Feb 2026 | London

One-night Lunar New Year feast from Chubby Dumpling (Hong Kong-style street-food)


23 February – 1 March


StoryFeast Lunar New Year Party 2026 | 24 Feb 2026 | London

Networking drinks for E/SE Asian authors, illustrators + publishing folks (raffle fundraiser for StoryFeast Lit Fest). 


Lantern Festival 2026 | 27 Feb – 01 Mar 2026 | London

First-ever Lantern Festival at Canopy Street — lanterns, food, workshops, parade + performances


Tibetan Feast Night | 23 Feb 2026 | London

Losar (Tibetan New Year) celebration night with Tibetan food + culture.

 

Still On: Don’t Miss Them


Ballad Lines (Musical) | from 23 Jan | London

A new folk musical weaving Scottish, Irish and Appalachian song into a multi-generational family story.  


My Neighbour Totoro | ongoing | London

The beloved Studio Ghibli story reimagined on stage with puppetry, music and a lot of heart. 


Group show spotlighting emerging artists and new perspectives from across the Asian diaspora. 


Living, Rehearsing… (Performance) | 17 Jan–21 Mar 2026 | London

Evolving performance programme across disciplines (YDP). 


Hyakkō Exhibition | til 10 May | London

Exhibition of contemporary Japanese art and illustration inspired by folklore and everyday urban life.



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FAQ: ESEA events in London


Where can I find East and South East Asian events in London?


You can use this guide as your starting point. Each month we curate East and South East Asian (ESEA) gigs, food markets, supperclubs, exhibitions and theatre in London, all in one place so you do not have to scroll through endless listings.


How often is this ESEA events guide updated?


We update this page throughout the month as new events are announced or details change. Check back regularly or sign up to the NOVA ESEA newsletter to get highlights sent straight to your inbox.


Do you only list London events?


Our main focus is London, but we sometimes feature stand out ESEA events in other UK cities when they feel exciting for our community. These are clearly labelled with the city so you can plan trips if you like.


How can I get my ESEA event listed on NOVA ESEA?


If you are running an ESEA related event, you can reach us through the contact form on our website or email info@novaesea.com with details, dates and links. We prioritise ESEA led and ESEA centred events, and we aim to platform a mix of community, independent and larger scale programmes.

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