London - August 27, 2009

The Weekend Guide

What to Do This Weekend

Get high.

SWING
Flying Trapeze Classes
What: Learn aerial circus skills at the full-size outdoor rig.
Why: You’re a high flyer.
When: To 6 Sept.
Where: Regent’s Park Running Track, Outer Circle, NW8. Book online at gorillacircus.com.

DRINK (and DANCE)
The Garden Party
What: Celebrate the Notting Hill Carnival at a nearby pub with events and musicians, including Seb Fontaine and Howie B.
Why: There’ll be dancing in the streets.
When: Mon., 2 p.m.-1 a.m.
Where: The Mason’s Arms, 665 Harrow Rd., NW10 5NU (020 8960 2278). Book tickets online at carnivalgardenparty.com.

SEW
Smack My Stitch Up Embroidery Evening
What: Pub night of cocktails, deejays and clothing customization.
Why: Make it a constructive night.
When: Tonight, 7-11:30 p.m.
Where: The Green Man, 36 Riding House St., W1W 7EP (020 7307 9981).

ESCAPE
Time for Tea Colourscape Party
What: Colour-themed country house party includes vintage films played in technicolour, oversize ball pit, jelly feast and more.
Why: Show your true colours.
When: Fri., 7 p.m.-3 a.m. Coaches depart from Hanover Square at 7 p.m. (To hitch a ride, you must arrive by 6:45 p.m.)
Where: Stoke Place, Stoke Green, Stoke Poges, Buckinghamshire, SL2 4HT. For tickets, call 01753 534790.

SEE
Knot Exactly
What: A visual exploration of knotty talent using mediums from pencil drawing to jewellery making.
Why: Tie one on.
When: To 9 Sept. Daily, 11 a.m.-6 p.m.
Where: The Hepsibah Gallery, 112 Brackenbury Rd., W6 OBD (020 8741 0025).