The Victoria Foundation - Funny Women showcase - 29 January 2012

CRY - New Year Gala Dance - 27 January 2012

Join CRY UK for their New Year Dance Gala at the Gilt Bar, and support their efforts to restore the rights of children in India. Tickets £15.

Maggies Cancer Caring Centre - Green Forms - 24-28 January 2012

 ‘Green Forms’ is a great comedy play by one of our greatest playwrights, Alan Bennett who has very kindly donated the rights for this production. Leading the cast will be Janet Ellis, television presenter and actress. Also staring Jan Ravens, it will play at the Tabard Theatre with all the money that is raised being donated to Maggie’s London. Tickets £15.

Jo's Cervical Cancer Trusts - Write On - 22 January 2012

Back by popular demand, after it's debut last year, is the second Write On!  A comedy cornucopia curated jointly by Women in Journalism and Funny Women at the Leicester Square Theatre in support of a Jo's Cervical Cancer Trust. Line up includes Helen Leaderer, Shazia Mirza, and many more. Tickets £20.

International Alert - A cappella - 20 January 2012

International Alert, the UK’s leading peacebuilding charity is holding a very special A cappella performance by the acclaimed Brown Derbies at St George in the East. The group comes all the way from Brown University in Rhode Island, USA and is renowned for their incredible singing talents (and comic timing too!). They will sing to raise money for International Alert which helps to bring peace and reconciliation to communities around the world that are affected by violent conflict. Tickets £12 (including wine). Doors open 6.30 for 7.00 pm start.

Brook - Sex Appeal - 13 January 2012

Join host Al Murray and guests Helen Arney, Mitch Benn, Scott Capurro, Richard Herring, Robin Ince, Shappi Khorsandi, Matt Parker, Jay Rayner, Kate Smurthwaite and Catie Wilkins for this one-off charity benefit at The Bloomsbury Theatre. Who ever said Brits have a stiff upper lip when it comes to sex? Sex Appeal is going to push the sex education debate into being more sex-positive – whilst making you laugh. Or in other words: 'More Sex Please, We're British!'All proceeds from the night will go to Brook, the UK's leading sexual health charity for young people. Tickets £25.

Breast Cancer Care - Girls Night Out - 12 January 2011

Asda are hosting a fabulous fundraising concert for their Tickled Pink campaign at the Shepherds Bush Empire featuring Alexandra Burke, The Saturdays, Little Mix, Chipmunk and Dionne Bromfield. Tickets £30 or £20 if you use the promotional code Tick20.

Save the Children - Hats Off Gentlemen It's Adequate - 5 January 2012

Hats Off Gentlemen It's Adequate and friends - gig in aid of Save The Children at The Fidlers Elbow, in association with Rock Bands In London. Artists include Hats Off Gentlemen It's Adequate, Kathryn Thomas (flautist, Galliard Ensemble and Hats Off Gentlemen It's Adequate), Jay Stapley, Eran's Burning Love Band, Mark Gatland, and Sam Brown. Tickets £5.

B+TLC - Christmas Carol Service - 20 December 2011

Barts and the London Charity will be hosting a carol service in the spectacular and beautiful surroundings of St Paul’s Cathedral. The event will be attended by the next Lord Mayor of London.  For FREE entry send contact details and number of tickets (max 5) to fundraisingteam@bartsandthelondon.nhs.uk 

Crisis - Stand Up and Rock for Crisis - 20 December 2011

Paul Weller, Tim Minchin, Graham Coxon and Jo Brand will headline Stand Up and Rock: a music and comedy gig at Apollo Hamersmith in aid of homelessness charity Crisis, hosted by Ross Noble. Stand Up and Rock comes as Crisis at Christmas marks its 40th anniversary. Since 1972 the charity has provided vital services for homeless and vulnerably housed people. All proceeds from the gig will go towards Crisis’ life changing services at Crisis at Christmas and year-round in its Skylight centres across the country. Tickets from £39.50.

The Lords Taverners - Slade - 18 December 2011

The Lords Taverners in conjunction with Hal Carter Organisation present Slade Live at Koko. Tickets £17.50.

Prostate Cancer Charity - A Christmas Cracker - 12 December 2011

The Prostate Cancer Charity are holding a cracker of an event at Cadogan Hall in aid of the 250,000 men, their partners, families and friends affected by prostate cancer. The event will feature a fantastic selection of music, magic, comedy and acrobatics. Tickets £12, and £18.

Unicef - Captain Beaky - 11 December 2011

This charity event at the Royal Albert Hall in aid of Unicef and hosted by UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador Sir Roger Moore CBE will feature celebrity guests, including Joanna Lumley OBE, reciting the Captain Beaky poems, music, and dance by the National Youth Ballet. Tickets from £20.

Crisis - Crisis Carol Service - 10 December 2011

The 2011 Crisis Carol Service will take place in the spectacular surroundings of Southwark Cathedral on Saturday 10 December, 6.30pm. Renowned Shakespearean actor Timothy West will be reading at the service alongside homeless and vulnerably housed members of Crisis.  There will be performances by The Merbecke Choir and The Choir With No Name, who were last on stage for Crisis alongside Coldplay. The choir is made up from homeless and vulnerable members of society including members of Crisis.  Tickets are free but must be booked through the Crisis website.

Amnesty International - Write for Rights 5x15 - 10 December 2011

5x15 curate an evening in celebration of Write for Rights at the Human Rights Action Centre. 5 speakers are given 15 minutes to tell true stories of passion, obsession and adventure recounted live with just two rules: no scripts and only fifteen minutes each. The speakers are Terry Waite, the legendary film maker Nick Broomfield, the inspirational photo-journalist Giles Duley, the hilarious Private Eye and satirical writer Craig Brown and the award-winning Beverley Naidoo talks about letters from Apartheid. Tickets £5.

Kids Co - Coldplay Under 1 Roof With Tinie Tempah - 10 December 2011

Under 1 Roof will be an incredible night of comedy and music featuring some of
the biggest names in the entertainment industry including Coldplay, Tinie Tempah, Emeli Sande, Rob Brydon and Steve Coogan as Alan Partridge. Coldplay, long-term supporters of Kids Company, have pulled together this unique line-up at London's world-famous O2 Arena to raise funds for the London-based charity Kids Company. Tickets from £29.50.

Parkinson’s UK - Christmas Concert - 9 December 2011

Parkinson's UK presents the Christmas Concert at Central Hall, Westminster with Paul Potts, Wessex Male Choir, the Crystal Palace Band and readings from Jane Asher and Michael Aspel. Enjoy a free glass of mulled wine and mince pie at the reception after the concert. Tickets £25.

Amnesty International - Write for Rights Festive Fayre - 9 December 2011

Join Amnesty in their unique events space as they host a Festive Fayre with a twist. Drop by for an evening of comedy, poetry, musical treats, festive stalls, mince pies, mulled wine.  This indoor festival is celebrating Amnesty’s Write for Rights campaign, encouraging you all to take time out to put pen to paper. Shop, Laugh and make a difference for Amnesty. The evening will be hosted by Leanne Davis, with appearances from Sara Pascoe, Attila the Stockbroker, Kate Fox, Sean Mahoney, Andrew Bailey and Song Works. FREE entry.

Freedom from Torture - An Evening with Julian Barnes - 8 December 2011

Spend an evening with Julian Barnes as he talks about his Man Booker Prize-winning novel THE SENSE OF AN ENDING. He will be in conversation with Professor Hermione Lee. Every penny raised - through both ticket and book sales - will be donated to Freedom from Torture. Tickets £18.

Action Against Hunger - Christmas Carol Concert - 7 December 2011

Action Against Hunger will be holding its annual Christmas Carol Concert at the beautiful St. Alfege Church in Greenwich. This is a free community event for the whole family, so come along to see live performances and readings, sing some of your favourite carols, and enjoy some mulled wine and mince pies.  Help raise funds to fight child malnutrition by taking part in the raffle. FREE entry.

The Prince's Trust - Gary Barlow - 5, 6 December 2011

Two Gary Barlow concerts will be held at the Royal Albert Hall, and will support disadvantaged young people by raising vital funds for The Prince’s Trust and The Foundation of Prince William and Prince Harry. Tickets from £40.

Breast Cancer Campaign - The Magic of Christmas - 4 December 2011

A magical programme with the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra at Cadogan Hall, suitable for all the family, with special Christmas favourites including The Nutcracker Suite, Sleigh Ride and White Christmas, alongside Debbie Wiseman’s own lyrical setting of Oscar Wilde’s fairy story The Selfish Giant. With special guests Nigel Havers, Cherie Lunghi, George Layton and James Loynes. Proceeds go to the Breast Cancer Campaign.  Tickets from £12.50.

ECI - Charity Gala Night - 3 December 2011

The ECI (Everyone Counts International) charity gala night will be held on  at the David Lloyd Leisure Club Dartford and will be hosted by Dr Linda Charles-Ozuzu, Dr Emmanuella Akande and Mr Edwin Odunze, ECI members and trustees. Live music from Dave Silk (JAZZ Nights) comedy and a disco after dinner. Drinks are on the house! Tickets £50 or £70 for two.

Musicians Benevolent Fund - 90 events for 90 years - 1 Jan 2011 - 31 December 2011

2011 is the Musicians Benevolent Fund’s 90th birthday, and in celebration they are collaborating with musicians and music lovers to hold 90 events throughout the year. Why not organise an event in honour of their 90 years and make a difference to musicians’ lives. Contact the fundraising team for your free fundraising pack.

Ignito - The Lorelles - 30 November 2011

The Lorelles return to the Ladybird bar with their much anticipated new single ‘Riot in Your Heart’.  The girls decided to use this event to show their support for IGNITO, a project that brings positivity to the lives of young people living in some of the toughest areas in the capital, through music and the arts. FREE entrance.

Shanti International - Red and Black Soiree for World AIDS Day - 28 November 2011

Join Shanti International and friends at the glamorous celebrity venue 26 Smithfield from 7 pm till late for a fundraising gathering with canapes, live acts, dancers, guest speakers and a special, guest DJ appearance. The evening will also include an art auction, raffles, lucky dips and more. The money raised from the event will go towards the Shanker Foundation project, set up in Darjeeling by people with Aids and HIV for people with Aids and HIV, offering them a support network, education, medication and advice in a society where being different is a stigma. To buy tickets email lynda@shanti.org.uk.

British Red Cross - A Christmas Market - 28, 29 November 2011

The British Red Cross are holding their London Christmas Market at the Guildhall.  The preview night will be opened by the Lady Mayoress, with Julian Fellowes as the guest of honour. On the Tuesday, Sebastian Faulks will be available for a book signing at 6:30pm, and there will be Sabrage Champagne demonstrations at 6.45pm. Tickets £30 for the preview night (28 Nov) and £5 on the door for the public day (29 Nov).

EMERGENCY UK - Charity Art Exhibition - 26 November 2011

The “Zago and your Friends” Charity Art Exhibition is an initiative by EMERGENCY UK in conjunction with Italian contemporary artist, Gianantonio Marino Zago at the Dugdale Centre, Enfield. The exhibition features 100 artworks which have been donated by the artists and will be on sale at a price of £350. The exhibition will then travel around London finishing in Wimbledon in April 2012. FREE entrance.

Prince's Trust - Rock Gala - 23 November 2011

The Prince’s Trust is delighted to announce the return of the Rock Gala. Rock royalty will once again collaborate with music’s brightest young stars at the Royal Albert Hall to raise funds for The Trust. Tickets from £27.50.

Mencap - Little Noise Sessions - 22 - 27 November 2011

Mencap’s Little Noise Sessions curated by Mencap ambassador Jo Whiley, are back with a bang for the 6th year running, taking residency in thier new home the iconic church, St John-at-Hackney. Celebrate 6 nights of simply stunning, acoustic gigs in aid of learning disability charity Mencap. Line up includes Goldfrapp, Sinead O'Connor, Ed Sheeran, Marina and the Diamonds and Elbow. Tickets from £25- £37.

Amnesty International - Film Night - 20 November 2011

The Islington and Hackney Amnesty Group is excited to announce the double bill screening of the award winning films Waltz with Bashir (2009 Golden Globe Winner for Best Foreign Language Film) and Divine Intervention (Jury Prize at the 2002 Cannes Film Festival) at Roxy Bar and Screen. Tickets £7 for both films, or £5 for one.

Joshua Tree Foundation - Fashion Show - 19 November 2011

Experience an evening of elegance, glamour and style at the Notting Hill Harbour Club as the Joshua Tree Foundation present the colourful and bespoke collections of some of Ghana's UK based talents. More information from Facebook. Tickets £10 or £15 on the door.

Oxfam - Oxjam Greenwich at The Duke - 19 November 2011

Greenwich joins the nationwide Oxjam Festival with a night of blues and rock and roll featuring some of South East London’s most exciting up and coming artists at The Duke, Deptford. The line up includes  The Los Dawsons and Jonny Suitcase featuring Chantal Hill of the Cedars. Entrance £3.

Friends of the Earth - Laugh or the Polar Bear gets it - 18 November 2011

Friends of the Earth present Laugh or the Polar Bear gets it at Hammersmith Apollo.   An explosive line-up of cutting edge comic talent takes to the famous Hammersmith Apollo stage to help save our planet. For a night of laughs and seriously low priced tickets - book now or the polar bear will get it...Tickets £19.50.

Marie Curie Cancer Care - Kiss the Sky Bar Fundraiser - 18 November 2011

Friendly fund raising event at Kiss the Sky Bar in aid of Marie Curie hospice. Music from Hats Off Gentlemen It's Adequate  (flute and guitar / vocal acoustic rock duo) and friends. FREE entry.

Muscle Help Foundation - Annual fundraiser - 16 November 2011

The Muscle Help Foundation present their annual fundraising event at The Carbon Bar. Entrance fee includes cocktail on arrival and food. Tickets £35.

National Autistic Society - The Aardvarker launch party - 16 November 2011

Aardvarker presents an intimate & exclusive, fun evening at the Hard Rock Cafe hosted by Absolute Radio’s Russ Williams with live music from The Fifth Movement, James Walsh (Starsailor) Plus The 9ines.  Raising money for the National Autistic Society and LAM Action. Tickets £75.

British Red Cross - London Christmas Fair - 16, 17 November 2011

Over 70 fabulous stalls and money-can't-buy prizes to be won at the British Red Cross Christmas Fair at Kensington Town Hall. 16 November: Preview Night opened by guest speaker Patricia Hodge, tickets £20 which includes wine and canapes.  17 November: Fair continues from 10am - 4.30pm. Tickets £4.

Christian Aid - Big Christmas Sing - 9 November 2011

Madness frontman and Suggs will follow in Beverley Knight’s and Olly Murs’ footsteps by launching Christian Aid’s Big Christmas Sing with a free concert at Old Spitalfields Market.  Suggs will be hosting the event as well as performing and fans are encouraged to come along for a good sing-song. The event starts at 5.30 and entrance is FREE.

Sue Ryder - Purple Frog Tube Challenge - 9 November 2011

Help Purple Frog raise money for Sue Ryder in their quest to visit 270 tube stations in one day! Join them at the start of this unique event at Leicester Square at 9.00 or keep an eye out whilst travelling on the Tube and have your photo taken with them. Donate now to help raise £15,000 for the Sue Ryder charity or text TUBE50 £5 to 70070.

London Pathway - Charity Comedy Night - 8 November 2011

London Pathway is a model of integrated healthcare for single homeless people and rough sleepers.  It puts the patient at the centre of their own care pathway and works to transform health outcomes for one of the most vulnerable and deprived groups in our society. The stars of the comedy world come together for one special night at the Leicester Square Theatre to raise money for this worthy cause. Line up includes Josh Widdicome, Sara Pascoe, Paul Tonkinson, Terry Alderton and Colin Hoult. Tickets £15.

ABC Trust - charity wine tasting - 5 November 2011

In collaboration with ABC Trust charity, Symposium Wines present a relaxing evening of wine tasting and art viewing set in 'Will's Art Warehouse' gallery combining the perfect combination of art and wine. Tickets £10.

CRY - Diwali Party - 5 November 2011

CRY- Child Rights and You UK (CRY UK) invites you to celebrate the festival of rights. Enjoy a night filled with fun, festivity, dinner and dance at the Gilt Bar and Lounge and help ensure lasting change in the lives of underprivileged children in India. Tickets £30.

Breast Cancer Care - Lydia's Wish - 4 November 2011

Party with the good, the great and the glamourous as part of the Pink Friday extravagannza at 24 London, Kingly Street. Entry £15 on the door including welcome drink and canapes. Proceeds go to Breast Cancer Care.

Hope for Children - The Hope Ball - 3 November 2011

The charity Hope for Children presents an evening of decadence, The Hope Ball, at the Cafe de Paris with guest DJ Edith Bowman. Tickets from £55 - £100 including live entertainment, champagne and canapes, but you can join the party and dance from 10.30 until 2.00 am for £20 with an evening ticket.

Wellbeing of Women - Literary Lunch with Kay Burley - 2 November 2011

This exclusive event gives a unique opportunity to see Eve Pollard in conversation with Kay Burley about her life and her book. This will be over a lunch organised by Baroness Jenkin, in aid of the charity Wellbeing of Women. Tickets £75, to include a two course lunch with wine. More details morgan.wellbeingofwomen@rcog.org.uk or 020 7772 6400.

Resonance104.4fm - Comedy Fundraiser - 1 November 2011

A fundraising gala comedy night at The Bloomsbury Theatre for Resonance104.4fm  "the best radio station in London" (The Guardian). The bill, headlined and organised by Stewart Lee, sees the Comedy Underground mining upwards and onwards for independent arts radio. Line up includes Steward Lee, Daniel Kitson, Tony Law, Terry Saunders and TomBell. Tickets £20.

Amy Winehouse Foundation - Tribute to Amy Winehouse- 30 October 2011

Showbiz For Variety is proud to present A Tribute To Amy Winehouse Charity Show at the Bloomsbury Theatre to salute her many achievements and awards and at the same time to raise money for the Amy Winehouse Foundation to help young addicts and Children in Need. This tribute show will star Sarah Sarne, a 14 years old devotee of Amy who will sing some of Amy's hits. In addition the show will include a star studded cast of singers, magicians, jugglers and Dancers. Tickets £25.

MAD4Africa - Halloween Party - 29 October 2011

Mad4Africa is proud to announce a night of fright, fundraising and fun at the George Shillibeer . The night will include best dressed prize as voted by the crowd, raffle prizes and DJs spinning scary tunes to get you on the dance floor. Tickets £8 or £10 on the door.

Building Trust International - Charity Halloween Festival - 28 October 2011

Building Trust International presents a Halloween Festival at Juno in Shoreditch, raising funds to build a school for 350 Burmese migrant refugee children. The entertainment includes an array of DJs bands, Burlesque dancers and performers. Tickets from £8 or £12 on the door.

Yes to Life - Comedy Fundraiser - 27 October 2011

Yes To Life is a new charitable initiative to open up a positive future for people with cancer in the UK by supporting an integrative approach to cancer care. The stars of the comedy world are coming together for one special night at The Bloomsbury Theatre. Line Up: Alistair Barrie, Richard Herring, Nina Conti, Shazia Mirza, Scott Capurro. Presented by The Charity Fundraiser. Tickets £16.50.

War Child - Up Close with Randolph Matthews - 27 October 2011

Randolph Matthews brings together an uplifting and liberating one-man show that rejects the established boundaries of vocal expression. This event at The Nave, Islington is supporting War Child. Tickets £12 or £14 on the door.

Oxfam - Oxjam Brick Lane - 23 October 2011

Oxjam Brick Lane Music Festival - 40 acts, 6 venues, one day - featuring Chris Coco, Run Don't Walk and Boom Monk Ben and many more. Taking over Brick Lane & Shoreditch. Cargo, Cafe 1001, Big Chill, Exit, Concrete and Junky Styling will be hosting some of the UK finest music – all in aid of Oxfam. Tickets £9 or £11 on the door. 

World Development Movement - Joking for Justice - 20 October 2011

Charlie Baker plays host to Joking for Justice, the World Development Movement’s comedy benefit gig at Leicester Square Theatre with a line-up jam packed with some of the UK’s top stand-up acts. Stewart Lee, Ava Vidal, Robin Ince and Josie Long all rub shoulders on this not to be missed bill. Tickets from £20.

Emergency UK - CHIAVE PER DUE (KEY FOR TWO) - 19 - 21 October 2011

The London “Instabile” group would like to invite EMERGENCY’s supporters to “Chiave per Due” at The London Oratory, a play in Italian based on J. Chapman & D. Freeman’s famous “Key For Two”. Tickets £12.

Seeing is Believing - Musician Portraits - 14 - 30 October 2011

Joe Simpson’s long awaited new exhibition ‘Musician Portraits’ launches this October at 16/17Greek Street Soho. The exhibition is a series of paintings of famous singers and musicians including Brandon Flowers, Mark Ronson, Paloma Faith, Maxi Jazz, David Gray, Jamie Cullum and Ezra Koenig (Vampire Weekend) who have all sat for the project. After the exhibition the paintings will be sold and 25% of the sale will be donated to Seeing is Believing - a global initiative to tackle avoidable blindness. Standard Chartered will match the total donation from the sales. Open daily 10.00 - 8.00pm. FREE admission.

British Red Cross - Seeds of Change @ Spitalfields - 13 October 2011

Writer and broadcaster Hardeep Singh Kohli will host the British Red Cross ‘Seeds of Change’ food stall at Spitalfields market to highlight the growing cost of food in developing countries. The stall will sell food at prices that reflect the high cost in food insecure nations.  In many food insecure countries people spend up to 80% of their income feeding their family.  If this were the case in the UK a loaf of bread might cost between £7 and £10 and a simple sandwich could be as much as £24.  All sales will be donated to the British Red Cross.

ActionAid - The Changing Face of Africa - 1 October 2011

ActionAid presents a free lecture and campaign workshop at Toynbee Studios. Join the panel debate with speakers including Anver Versi, 2005 Diageo prize winner for best journalist in Africa and hear from Elias Mtinda, ActionAid Tanzania, on how the rush for biofuels is causing a global land grab. Get the latest on the ActionAid Tax Justice campaign, and take action to stop tax dodging multinational companies from siphoning millions out of developing countries. FREE entry (including lunch) but booking essential. More information from jasmine.didymus@actionaid.org

Breast Cancer Support - Fundraising Lunch - 30 September 2011

The Haven, presents the Pink Buddies Autumn lunch at the OXO Tower in support of breast cancer support centres. Tickets £39.50.

CLIC Sargent - CSSO Theseus and the Minotaur - 29 September 2011

Continuing a tradition begun by the legendary conductor Sir Malcolm Sargent, the CSSO are the musical representatives of CLIC Sargent, Britain’s leading children’s cancer charity. Join them at Cadogan Hall for the world premiere of Alan Detweiler’s Theseus and the Minotaur and hear the classic myth bought to musical life. Then enjoy Bruch’s timeless and romantic Violin Concerto in G minor with rising star Mathieu van Bellen before being gripped by Stravinsky’s energy-charged ballet Petroushka. Tickets from £8.

Oxfam - OXJAM 2011 - October 2011

Oxjam is back again this year. The fabulous launch event gigs feature Fatboy Slim, Brett Anderson and Charlie Simpson all at secret locations in London. Tickets £25. Check the Oxjam calendar for other events around the UK.

UpRise - Anti-Racism Festival - 25 September 2011

UpRise is a FREE multi-arts festival with music, art, comedy, debates, walks, talks, film etc at various venues in Dalston. Mercury Music Prize-nominated Ty hosts with music from ESKA, Aruba Red, Cynikal, Baby Sol, Fiona Bevan and Under the Driftwood Tree. FREE entrance.

Oxjam - Bloomsbury Jam - 23 September 2011

Bloomsbury Lanes is throwing a fundraising shindig at the Bloomsbury Bowling Lanes for the Oxjam Brick Lane festival that takes place in October. Line up includes Brassroots, Nathan “Flutebox” Lee. Tickets £4 (or £5 on the door).

International Animal Rescue - Stand up for Animals - 23 September 2011

Join host, Lenny Beige, BAFTA award-winning comedian Jo Brand, and featured surprise guests in an evening of side-splitting laughter to benefit the work of International Animal Rescue at the Leicester Square Theatre. Tickets £35.

City Gateway - Battle of the Bands - 22 September 2011

Gemserv presents RPI – X Factor at Cargo where the utility sectors' eight best musical talents will perform to raise money for City Gateway and Tourettes Action. The compère for the event will be the fantastic, Perrier Award winning, Dominic Holland. Tickets from £7.

Music and Ability - The Joy of Music - 21 September 2011

MUSIC AND ABILITY BIG BANG NIGHTS are regular monthly events organized by Big Bang Lab and hosted by Dreamstake. The Joy of Music is a crowdsourced documentary showing a music project involving  children with autism. The group will discuss creativity and ability beyond preconceptions with Dr Margaret Lobo (Otakar Kraus Music Trust) and Sergio López Figueroa (Big Bang Lab). The event takes place at Club Workspace in Clerkenwell. Tickets £6.

International Alert - Are You Taking The Peace? - 19 September 2011

International Alert , the UK’s leading peacebuilding organisation, present ‘Are You Taking the Peace?’ A night of laughter from an all-star comedy line up to mark International Peace Day. Taking place at the world famous Comedy Store. The line-up includes: Stewart Lee, Rob Rouse, Pete Johansson and Stewart Francis with Al Barrie compering. Tickets £16.

Small Steps - Love for Life - 17 September 2011

A secret location plays host to a glamourous fundraising event with the theme of love for life (please wear something red!). Giving their valuable time for free to raise money for Small Steps are DJs Michelle Coe, Ben Gee, Chrissy Jay, Hayley Martinez, Lee Harrison, Rob Holmes. With CJ on Vocals,  Heather Hoyle on Sax, Monkfish on Percussion and Sophie DJ presenting Mothership Featuring Heleana. More details from loveforlifelondon@hotmail.co.uk or 07815 501702. Tickets £10.

Wellbeing of Women - Literary Lunch with Barbara Taylor Bradford - 13 September 2011

Eve Pollard in Conversation with Barbara Taylor-Bradford at Fortnum and Masons; the legendary author Barbara Taylor-Bradford is in the UK for a few days only. Hear her speak about her latest book at the Wellbeing of Women Literary Lunch. Tickets £75 which includes a 2-course lunch and wine at the St James's restaurant.

Teenage Cancer Trust - Harvest Festival - 9 - 12 September 2011

The Teenage Cancer Trust are pleased to announce that this summer they're the chosen charity for Harvest Festival, a unique summer festival that brings together three simple virtues in life; food, music and family. Line up includes The Kooks and many more. Tickets from £50.

BLISS - Charity Date Auction - 8 September 2011

WGIRLS London, a group of young professional women devoted to giving back in their local communities, is hosting Bid for Bliss, a fun and interactive date auction at Jalouse in aid of the special baby care charity Bliss. Tickets 15 pounds.

UCLH Cancer Centre - Comedy Night at the Comedy Store - 22 August 2011

The Charity Fundraiser presents another night of comedy - this time at The Comedy Store - for the UCLH Cancer Centre with Tim Clark (MC), Alistair Barrie, Tom Wigglesworth, Paul Thorne, Addy Van Der Borgha and Wayne Deakin. Tickets £15.

Merlin - Vagabondz Fundraiser - 19 August 2011

London’s leading bass promoters Vagabondz are hosting a fundraiser at The Garage in aid of the famine in Somalia, working in association with the Merlin charity – The UK’s leading charity specialising in international health, sending medical experts to the front-line of global emergencies. £5 minimum donation.

Stonewall - Madonna Queen of Pop - 14 August 2011

The Queen of pop's 53rd birthday at soho's uber-infamous Punk nightclub. A unique collection of live art, photography, electric sculptures, film, performance, video and paintings. Raising money for Stonewall charity (working for equality and justice for lesbians, gay men and bisexuals). Entrance from £10.

UNICEF - A Laugh in Aid of UNICEF - 8 August 2011

Benefit for Unicef at The Comedy Store, featuring Felix Dexter, Hal Cruttenden, Jo Enright, Geoff Whiting, Paul Kerensa, Taylor Glenn and Junior Simpson. Tickets £17.50

Joshua Tree Foundation - Singles Party - 6 August 2011

Singles Party at The Harbour Club, Notting Hill. Proceeds from the night go to the Joshua Tree Foundation, a charity that works to help underprivileged children and their parents escape extreme poverty and limit the growing rate of child labour in Ghana. Tickets £20, £30.

NLAH - The Great Eight - 29 July 2011

The Great Eight - John Hegley, Stewart Lee Kevin Eldon, Dave Johns, Bridget Christie, Andrew Bailey, Cath Drake and Simon Munnery will be performing a benefit gig at the Bloomsbury Theatre for North London Action for the Homeless a drop-in centre for the homeless and vulnerable providing a welcome a dinner and comfort and support. Tickets £15.

Just Say Yes - FUNd-Raiser for Kenya - 28 July 2011

This FUNd and awareness raiser for women living in the Ngong Hills slums (Kenya, Africa) who have HIV/AIDS is at St. George the Martyr Church in the Crypt  and is hosted by a group of Life Coaches who are passionate about helping people move past their limitations, get out of their own way and live the life they have always dreamt of. Starring the very talented Randolph Matthews. Tickets £15 on the door.

Devon Air Ambulance and Water Aid - Chagstock - 22-24 July 2011

"The Best Little Festival in The South West" Ade Edmondson. Chagstock is a not for profit event raising money for the Devon Air Ambulance and Water Aid. Line up includes The Magic Numbers and many more......  Tickets £90.

Save the Children - Concert for the Children of Egypt - 22 July 2011

Amira Fouad, the distinguished Egyptian pianist, makes her debut at Cadogan Hall with the English Chamber Orchestra in David Heath's new Piano Concerto entitled El Hedeiya in a programme that will be repeated at Cairo Opera House and the Sayed Darwish Theatre in Alexandria in September. Tickets from £12.50. All proceeds will be donated to Save the Children - Egypt.

Guide Dogs - Go Jump, Get Rescued - 22, 23 July 2011

Guide Dogs are running “Go Jump Get Rescued” in conjunction with Newfoundfriends in London Docklands. On Friday 22 and Saturday 23 July, participants will be rescued from the Thames by 14 stone Newfoundland dogs. Taking place at the Docklands Scout Project near Canary Wharf station. Watch Newfoundland rescue dogs, with paws at the ready, save ‘volunteers’ who throw themselves into the water, to experience the life-saving qualities of the giant, shaggy canines. To register, call 0845 372 7340 or email redbridgeadmin@guidedogs.org.uk.

British Red Cross - Dance for Life - 17 July 2011

British Red Cross's Dance for Life is the is one of the biggest platforms in the youth dance calendar. The event supported by Britain’s Got Talent Winners Diversity. Young Performers can enjoy dancing while raising money for the world's largest humanitarian network. The Dance for Life finals are going to be held at Indigo2. Tickets £6.

UCLH Cancer Centre - Comedy Night at the Bloomsbury Theatre - 12 July 2011

Another fabulous night of comedy at the Bloomsbury Theatre  with Paul Foot Robin, Ince, Miles Jupp, Diane Spencer,Pete Firman. Raising money for the UCLH Cancer Centre.  Tickets £15.

Get Connected - Get Comedy at The Tattershall Castle - 11 July 2011

Get Connected is the free, confidential UK helpline for children and young people who know they need help but don’t know where to find it. Start your week laughing with a brilliant line-up of Joel Dommett (Finalist English Comedian of the Year 2009, E4's Skins), Ian Smith (Winner of You Must Be Joking ), Chris Martin (Guardian Top 10 Comedy Podcasts) and Gareth Richards (Russell Howard's Good News.) Tickets £15.

Reprieve - Humour and Rights - 10 July 2011

An evening of comedy at the Comedy Theatre for Reprieve starring Ed Byrne, Andi Osho, Nick Revell, Shappi Khorsandi, Alistair Barrie, Hal Cruttenden, Dan Antopolski, Doc Brown - further acts to be announced. Tickets £25/£30.

Sandblast - El Problema screening - 3 July 2011

The El Problema screenings are being organised by Sandblast, the London-based arts and human rights charity, in conjunction with Artifariti from Sevilla, who will introduce their work to promote Saharawi artistic development in the refugee camps, in Algeria, and raise awareness of the human rights struggle in Western Sahara. The event takes place at Rich Mix as part of the Origins festival. Tickets £9, £6.50 concessions. Other screenings take place on 24 June and 11 July.

Cardiac Risk in the Young - Cazfest - 2 July 2011

Cazfest, a lovely little boutique festival with a feel good factor, returns to Bishops Stortford raising money for Cardiac Risk in the Young. Line up includes the Sugarbabes.  Tickets £20 in advance and £25 on the day.

The Prince's Trust - The Big Feastival - 1 - 3 July 2011

Join the Jamie Oliver Foundation at the Big Feastival on Clapham Common for the first boutique festival of first-class food and top-notch live music. All profits go to The Prince’s Trust and Jamie Oliver Foundation to help disadvantaged young people. Line up includes The Charlatans, Norman Jay, The Mystery Jets and Soul II Soul. Tickets £35. Under 12s go free. STOP PRESS 2 for 1 offer from Last Minute.com.

Shelter - Architect in the House - July 2011

Architect in the House is an innovative scheme run by Shelter, the housing and homelessness charity, and the Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA). They match homeowners with a local RIBA chartered architect who gives up an hour of their time for a design consultation. In exchange, the homeowner makes a suggested donation of £40 to Shelter. Register here - closing date is 3 July 2011.

Macmillan Cancer - The Big Mix - 18 June 2011

The Big Mix is a fundraiser and awareness event at various events in Shoreditch for Macmillan Cancer Support, which improves the lives of people affected by cancer.  The line up includes Newton Faulkner, Claire Maguire and The Pipettes. With comedy from Kevin Eldon and others. Tickets £20.

Camden Calling - Tropical Summer Party - 17 June 2011

Camden Calling presents the second of this years season of FREE GIGS @ the infamous and gloriously ramshackle George Tavern. They will be turning the venue into a tropical paradise and invite you to come and get sticky with them! FREE entry.

One to One Childrens Fund - Lecture: Human Rights and the Law - 15 June 2011

One to One Children’s Fund are bringing together some of the greatest legal minds in the country in a panel discussion at Grays Inn that looks at Human Rights and the Law: The Limits of Government. This debate will address the legality of curtailing individual rights in the face of national security threats. Tickets £20 and £35.

GOSH - La Plume - Back to the Thirties - 14 June 2011

 La Plume presents Back to the Thirties at Proud Camden, a night of exquisite glamour with Josephine Shaker, Top Shelf Jazz Band, Hank Stone and Miss Bruise Violet. Tickets £8 or £10 on the door, with the proceeds going to the Great Ormond Street Hospital charity.

UCHL Cancer Centre - Comedy at the Bloomsbury - 13 June 2011

Another fabulous night of comedy at the Bloomsbury Theatre  with Steward Francis, Holly Walsh, Hardeep Singh Kohli, Josie Long, Isy Suttie and Arthur Smith. Raising money for the UCLH Cancer Centre. Presented by The Charity Fundraiser  Tickets £15. Special offer until 31 May limited tickets available for £12.50.

Tushinde - Swishing party in Balham - 11 June 2011

Lovely littel swishing party at St Thomas' Church Balham from 3.00 - 6.00 pm raising money for Tushinde, a charity helping street children in Nairobi. Bring three items of good quality clothing. More details from Sophie Cook on 07941 501 320 or sopdinkel@yahoo.com. Tickets £10 including raffle ticket or £5 without.

Japan - Tokyo Symphony Orchestra Benefit Concert - 11 June 2011

Bridges Across Borders - Balkan gypsy sounds@ Village Underground - 9 June 2011

Bridges Across Borders presents a night of Balkan gypsy sounds, at Village Underground to raise funds for voluntary youth work in Bosnia Herzegovina. As well as fantastic live music and great DJs, there'll be hoola dance, a craft/vintage market, and a chance to buy some of the superb limited addition clothes, mix CDs and photo prints. FREE entry.

The Princes Royal Trust for Carers - Charity Case Comedy - 9 June 2011

Charity Case - a night of fantastic award-winning comedy at the Bread and Roses, Clapham, in aid of The Princess Royal Trust for Carers, with Abandoman, Carl Donnelly, Joe Wilkinson, Gail Porter, Romesh Ranganathan and MC Lloyd Griffith. Great line-up, good cause, nice price! Tickets £12.50.

The Prince's Foundation for Children and the Arts - Shrek the Musical - 8 June 2010

The Prince's Foundation for Children and the Arts is proud to announce that the Royal Gala Performance of Shrek the Musicial will take place at the Theatre Royal, Drury Lane. His Royal Highness The Prince of Wales, President of The Prince’s Foundation for Children & the Arts, will attend this special performance, hosted by Jeffrey Katzenberg, Chief Executive Officer of DreamWorks Animation SKG, which will be in support of Children & the Arts. Tickets from £20. 

International Alert - Poets for Peace - 8 June 2011

Join International Alert at the Black Heart in Camden for an amazing night of slam poetry. See some fantastic poets including: Shane Solanki, curious, Stephanie Dogfoot, Angry Sam, Raymond Antrobus and Michelle Madsen. There will also be an open mic session on the night, where anyone can get up and say their peace. Tickets £5 on the door.

Chase Hospice - Derek Clapton and the Dominoes - 4 June 2011

Join Derek Clapton & the Dominoes at The Harlington in Fleet for a charity gig raising money for the Chase Hospice for Children. Tickets £10.

Evelina Childrens' Hospital - Comedy Night - 4 June 2011

Stewart Lee 43, Tim Key 34, Kevin Eldon 51, Sara Pascoe 31, and Chris Addison 63, do a benefit gig at the Bloomsbury Theatre for the Evelina Children's Hospital. Hosted by Robin Ince 27. Tickets £17.50

War Child - Sami Yusuf - 1 June 2011

British singer-songwriter Sami Yusuf has announced that the show at London’s O2 Shepherd’s Bush Empire as part of his 'Wherever You Are' Tour will be in support of War Child. Tickets £27.50.

UpRise - UpRise Live - 31 May 2011

UpRise and Unstable Promotions present UpRise Live at Proud Camden, the prelude to the 2011 UpRise Anti-Racism Festival. A host of the UK's most innovative and conscious artists come together in support of UpRise. Funds raised will go towards the vital work of tackling racism and towards the free 2011 UpRise Festival.  Tickets £10 in advance or £15 on the door.

Japan Tsumani Appeal - Bed Springs Presents - 26 May 2011

Bed Springs Presents a charity gig at the Albert & Pearl  Islington with Madcap Stranger Colors and Voodoo Rays  FREE entry.

The Connection at St Martin’s - Seasick Steve- 26 May 2011

Streets of London are excited to announce that Seasick Steve will be headlining this year’s Streets of London Concert for Homelessness, at Camden Electric Ballroom. This one-off, intimate club show will give fans the chance to see Steve performing his foot-stomping Delta blues up close and personal, prior to appearances at several major festivals this summer. All proceeds will go to The Connection at St Martin’s, a day centre in central London that provides specialist support to more than 200 homeless people each day. Tickets £26.00.

The Princes Trust - London Chamber Orchestra Concert - 25 May 2011

The London Chamber Orchestra celebrates its 90th anniversary this year and is holding a special concert in aid of The Prince's Trust at St. John’s, Smith Square. The programme will include Lady Radnor’s Suite by Parry, Mozart Piano Concerto No. 23 and Mozart Symphony No. 41 ‘Jupiter’. Tickets £25 and £50.

Great Ormond St Hospital - Channel 4 Comedy Gala - 24 May 2011

The Channel 4 Comedy Gala returns to The O2. The all star line up confirmed includes: Alan Carr, Jack Dee, Jo Brand, John Bishop, Jonathan Ross, Lee Evans, Michael McIntyre, Micky Flanagan, Rhod Gilbert, Sarah Millican, Sean Lock, Andi Osho, Dara O'Briain, Jack Whitehall, Jason Byrne, Jason Manford, Kevin Bridges, Mark Watson, Noel Fielding, and many more! Tickets £60.

Watch the 2010 event now on 4OD

James Whale Fund - comedy night - 23 May 2011

Gail Porter, Chris Cox, Frank Sanazi, 4 acts form Michael McIntyre's Road Show at the Lyric Theatre in aid of the James Whale Fund for Kidney Cancer. Tickets from £15.

SurvivorsUK - Songs for Survivors - 22 May 2011

Songs for SurvivorsUK brings opera legends, West End stars and pop icons together for a spectacular and vital fundraiser supporting men who have been sexually violated. This concert marks the 25th anniversary of this pioneering organisation that provides a national helpline and London based counselling services to men who have experienced sexual violation. Tickets from £25.

Ndoro Children's Charities - Wine Tasting & Art Exhibition - 21 May 2011

Ndoro Children's Charities presents a charity wine tasting at Supper Club Notting Hill. Begin Saturday afternoon tasting canapes and bidding on unique African Art, including a mix of paintings, sculptures, wood carvings and photography from Freeway Football, Heritage Art Gallery and Culture In Stone. Continue the day tasting 6 delicious wines and test your wine knowledge with an education and trivia course, hosted by expert sommeliers from the West London Wine School. Tickets £25.

Football Action - VEST-IVAL - 21 May 2011

Come along to the ‘VEST-IVAL’ of music and sport at Jimmy’s Farm and help raise money to support children in poverty across the world. The vest-themed festival will feature DJ Annie Mac, live bands, stand up comedy and 5-a-side football as well as football coaching and face painting for children. Tickets £45 for adults, £100 family.  All proceeds will go to Hanna’s Orphanage, which supports orphans in Ethiopia, and Football Action, which places volunteer football coaches and English teachers in developing countries across the world.

Cherish Uganda - Comedy night with Jo Enright - 20 May 2011

An Evening of Comedy with award winning comedienne Jo Enright at The Bear, Deptford, raising money to send a group of young people to Uganda with the Cherish Uganda project to work with children orphaned by AIDs and conflict. Tickets available on the door £10.

International Alert - Are you Taking the Peace - 19 May 2011

International Alert are celebrating 25 years of peace building with a fabulous comedy night, Are you Taking the Peace?,  at The Bloomsbury Theatre with Rich Hall, Sean Hughes, Robin Ince, Will Andrews, Tom Price, Nick Revell and Tim Fitzhigham. Tickets £17. Special offer buy 3 tickets get 1 free, call the box office 0207 388 8822 and quote "Alert"

War Child - Moby - Destroyed - 18 May to 19 June 2011

From May - to June, 54 images from Destroyed – Moby’s first complete published work – will be on display at Proud Camden, giving visitors an unrivalled opportunity to see a large selection of the photographs exhibited at once. . Profits from the launch party on 17 May go to War Child. FREE entrance to the exhibition.

Art Saves Lives - @ House of St Barnabus - 12 May 2011

Art Saves Lives presents a wonderful Fundraising event at the House of St Barnabus, one of London's hidden gems. Enjoy the art, theatre, poetry and music alll for FREE!

Build a Village Project - Journeys from the Heart of Couture - 12 May 2011

NAT - Spring Awakening - Spring Sparkles - 11 May 2011

NAT (National Aids Trust) is delighted to announce that their annual fundraising event ‘Spring Awakening’ will take place at The Sackler Hall, Museum of London.  The evening is generously supported by the prestigious Champagne Academy, who will be providing guests with the opportunity to taste champagne from the 16 Grand Marque Champagne Houses. As well as champagne and canapés, this fabulous fundraiser will host a big-prize mini auction, tombola, silent art auction and raffle – giving all guests the chance to win fabulous prizes whilst donating to help fund NAT’s vital policy work.Tickets £75. 

London’s Air Ambulance - Canary Wharf Charity Abseil - 7, 8 May 2011

Do you see yourself as a bit of a daredevil?  Enjoy a challenge? Fancy abseiling down a 230ft building? Well why not take part in the Canary Wharf abseil in aid of London’s Air Ambulance. £30 registration and minimum sponsorship of £250. More details from Christine.margetts@bartsandthelondon.nhs.uk. Limited places so it’s first come, first served.

Cherish Uganda - Viva Uganda! feat. Athlete and Randalph Matthews - 7 May 2011

An acoustic gig night with award winning Athlete , Eska, Randalph Matthews and Jinadu at The Bear, Deptford, raising money to send a group of young people to Uganda with the Cherish Uganda project to work with children orphaned by AIDs and conflict. Tickets £12.

Training for Life - Mingle with Singles - 4 May 2011

Visit the fabulous Michelin recommened Hoxton Apprentice (part of the Training for Life charity) for a chance to Mingle with Singles, an evenining of drinks and canapes for single professionals (recommended age 30+). Tickets £20. Or why not visit for a meal on any day of the week "Wonderful meal, wonderful service. Long live social enterprise! " (Feb 2011)

Asthma Uk - The Big Sing Song - 3 May 2011

Do you fancy yourself as a bit of a soul diva? Maybe you’re the next Aretha Franklin or you could give Take That a run for their money? Show off your talents, get sponsored for a good cause and put yourself or your group in the limelight for Asthma UK’s Big Sing Song. Asthma Uk are aiming to raise £50,000 for World Asthma Day on May 3rd, to help the 1 in 8 children under 15 who experience an asthma attack so severe they can't speak. Register now for a fundraising pack.

Japan Tsunami Appeal - Muzaholic Showcase - 28 April 2011

Muzaholic presents The Muzaholic Showcase at Avalon in Shoreditch with Natalie Duncan, Cleo Sol, Ebru and more. £1 of the door price goes to the Japan Red Cross Appeal. Tickets £8.

Japanese Red Cross - Made in Japan - 21 April 2011

ATP concerts presents: Made In Japan - and urges you to support the victims of the Japanese disaster - all of the profits from this event will go to the Japanese Red Cross and will be used towards helping the Japanese people recover from this devastating natural disaster over the coming months and years. A Benefit Concert For The Victims of the Japan Disaster: Squarepusher + LFO + F*** Buttons + Declan Allen + N>E>D. Tickets £20.

Attitude is Everything - Club Attitude @ Rich Mix - 15 April 2011

Attitude is Everything presents Club Attitude at Rich Mix. £6 in advance or £8 on the door.

UCLH Cancer Centre - Charity Comedy Night - 14 April 2011

The stars of the comedy world are coming together for one special night at the Bloomsbury Theatre to raise money for the UCLH Cancer Centre. The line up is Jeremy O'Donnell (Compere), Stewart Lee, Milton Jones, Jarred Christmas, Adam Bloom and Simon Donald. Tickets £15.

Japan Society - Japan Crisis Appeal Concert @ St John's - 14 April 2011

This concert at St John's, Smith Square is an event for the victims of the devastating earthquake and tsunami that struck Japan on 11 March. The entire profits from ticket sales will go to the Japan Society Tohoku Earthquake Relief Fund which is distributing aid to help people in the affected areas. The performances are given by Japanese and non-Japanese musicians based in UK who are donating their service for this special evening. Tickets from £10.

Nyumba Ya Thanzi - Charity Gig - 8 April 2011

Charity gig at the New Empowering Church (pretty cool warehouse and club venue in London Fields, E8 3RL) raising money for the Nyumba Ya Thanzi nutrition centre in Senga. £5 before 9.30 and £8 afterwards.

Victim Support - MUSICAL CABARET - 6 April 2011

Charity event in aid of Victim Support at Arnold's with the award-winning Singing Policeman, Antony Wolfson, who has the launch of a new single coming soon. With performances from original Queen of acid jazz and ex-Brand New Heavies and Incognito vocalist, Linda Muriel; new pop band signed to Sony, Duchess along with Sarah Louise Ings' all singing, all dancing show. Tickets £12.50 in advance or £15 on the door.

Music in Prisons - 15th Anniversary Concert - 4 April 2011

Music in Prisons is celebrating its 15th anniversary with a recital showcasing the renowned talents of cellist Steven Isserlis and pianist Stephen Hough. Show your support for their important work with prisoners by joining them for a 90 minute programme of music to be followed by a short drinks reception. All proceeds from the evening will be used towards the Trust’s future work delivering creative music projects in prisons across the country.  This event will take place at Temple Church and will be followed by a drinks reception. Tickets £10 and £35.

British Red Cross Japan Disaster Benefit - Brixton Academy - 3 April 2011

Beady Eye + The Coral + Graham Coxon + Paul Weller + Primal Scream + Richard Ashcroft at the O2 Academy Brixon  in aid of the British Red Cross Japan Appeal. Tickets £38.50.

Japanese Red Cross - Japan Charity Showcase - 3 April 2011

Japan Charity Showcase at the Macbeth, Hoxton from 3.00 pm. Music, food, vintage clothes sale and art and photography auction. £3 with all proceeds to  the Japanese Red Cross.

Shelter - Cake Time 2 - 8 April 2011

It's Cake Time again. Simply bake (or buy) a cake for the office or your friends and family and raise valuable funds for Shelter. Register here and then watch the Cake Time Film for inspiration.

St Christopher's Hospice - Race NIght - 2 April 2011

A fantasy Horse Race Night at The Railway Telegraph Forest Hill with proceeds going to St Christopher's Hospice. Watch fantasy raves on the Big Screen and then place a bet on one of the fantasy horses! You can also win money too! The night begins at 7pm and finishes at 10pm and then it's over to DJ's playing a mixture of great music till 1.30am

Japan Tsunami Appeal - UA @ THE LYTTELTON ARMS - 2 April 2011

Unplanned Afternoons presents a fundraiser for the Japan Tsunami Appeal at the Lyttelton Arms from 4.00pm FREE entry.

Mencap - April Fools - 1 April 2011

Join Mencap for their biggest ever April Fools Day celebrations, as they present a riotous evening of stand-up comedy and sketches at the HMV Hammersmith Apollo, London.  Hosted by Jo Brand and Miranda Hart, April Fools is one night, one stage and one great line up! The evening will feature performances from Lee Mack, Harry Hill, Al Murray, Sean Lock, Miranda Hart, Kevin Eldon, Stewart Francis and Lucy Porter. Tickets £40.

BAAF - Literary Lunch - 29 March 2011

The BAAF (British Association for Adoption & Fostering) Literary Lunch will be held at the Carpenters' Hall from 12.30pm until 3pm. The guest speaker will be the highly acclaimed author, Kate Mosse, world famous author and Co-founder and Honorary Director of the Orange Prize. Author and musician, Zara Phillips, whose book 'Mother Me', published by BAAF, tells of her journey as an adoptee approaching motherhood will also be speaking, along with Nimmy March, BAAF Patron and adopted adult. Tickets £65 which includes a drinks reception followed by a two-course lunch.

Cancer Research UK and MGA - Spring Ball - 25 March 2011

Cancer Research UK and the Myasthenia Gravis Association present the Spring Ball 2011 at The Hilton Docklands Hotel.  Includes charity auction. Tickets £60.

STOP PRESS - we have a limited amount of tickets available for £25 instead of £60 when you mention gigs4charity. Email londonspringball@gmail.com for details.

MS Society - Alternative Quiz Night - 24 March 2011

A night of silliness is guaranteed at the Alternative Quiz Night in the Lord Nelson Pub, Brentford with rounds including a Spelling Bee, Memory Round, Cranium and Never Mind the Buzzcocks. Entry is £5 per person and all proceeds from ticket sales will go to the MS Society. But if you can't make it you can still donate to this worthy cause via JustGiving.

ARCHIVE - No Funny Business - 24 March 2011

ARCHIVE (Architecture for Health in Vulnerable Environments) presents No Funny Business charity comedy night at 86 St James in aid of World TB Day. Comedic acts include Adam Bloom, Mark Restuccia and Tom Craine. Tickets £10.

Giving Africa - Musical Celebration - 24 March 2011

Join Maeve Crawford at her musical celebration with live music, special cocktails, raffle and an auction at The Ginglik Shepherds Bush and help her in her quest to raise money and awareness about the project that Giving Africa are involved in with Burkina Faso. Tickets £7 on the door.

Japan Society Tohoku Earthquake Relief - Charity gig - 24 March 2011

Japan is facing its biggest crisis since the Second World War, the prime minister
Naoto Kan said, as the country battled to avert a nuclear disaster after the
devastating earthquake and tsunami. This event at Bar Rumba aims to fundraise money for the Japan Society Tohoku Earthquake Relief Fund. Tickets £15. See YouTube for more info.

Youth Funding Network - Funding evening - 22 March 2011

The Youth Funding Network is a new approach to giving to charity. Instead of asking you to donate to charity, the organisation invites charities to pitch for your money. You can pledge money or volunteer time and with your £10 entry fee you get a £10 to start you off! The next event is at CAMP. There will be three tip top social change projects sharing their amazing work, you'll have the chance to support the project/s of your choice with your £10 entry donation, and to volunteer too if you're that way inclined. There will be cheap drinks, tasty food, tasty boys and girls, and some very special CAMP entertainment...

Teenage Cancer Trust - Royal Albert Hall Sessions - 21 March - 27 March 2011

Once again the Teenage Cancer Trust has a fantastic line up of mega stars at the Royal Albert Hall raising money for a very worthy cause. Line up : 21 March - An evening of comedy with John Bishop, Kevin Bridges and Greg Davies; 22 March - Squeeze and The Feeling, 23 March - Biffy Clyro,  24 March - Roger Daltrey CBE performs The Who’s Tommy, 25 March - Beady Eye,  26 March - Editors and  27 March - Tinie Tempah. Tickets on sale now!

St Joseph's Hospice - Stand Up for St Josephs - 21 March 2011

A night of stand up comedy at the Leicester Square Theatre in support of St Joseph’s Hospice and featuring some of the cream of British comedy talent including MILTON JONES, ADAM BLOOM, PHIL BUTLER, SIMON BLIGH, TIM CLARK, PAUL MCCAFFAREY Hosted by GEOFF BOYZ  and featuring the superb musical talent of JAMES FOX. Tickets £14.

Seeing is Believing - London Chamber Orchestra - 16 March 2011

Alison Balsom joins the London Chamber Orchestra to perform Hummel’s Trumpet Concerto at Cadogan Hall. This concert is in aid of Seeing is Believing. Every five seconds, someone, somewhere in the world goes blind. Seeing is Believing is a global initiative to help tackle avoidable blindness. Tickets from £10.

Club Attitude - A World in London Special - 16 March 2011

The BBC’s decision to axe the capital’s only world music radio show has shocked and incensed lovers of global music and culture prompting a huge outcry and a campaign to save AWIL. Show your solidarity by supporting the campaign and come along to the FREE A World in London Special  at The Wilimington organised by Attitute is Everything.

Club Attitude - A World in London Special - 16 March 2011

The BBC’s decision to axe the capital’s only world music radio show has shocked and incensed lovers of global music and culture, prompting a huge outcry and a campaign to save AWIL. Show your solidarity by supporting the campaign and come along to the FREE A World in London Special  at The Wilimington organised by Attitute is Everything.

Refugee Action - Charioke Marathon - 14 March 2011

Refugee Action is now signing up people brave enough to break the karaoke pain barrier. Join the 10-hour sing-a-thon and raise money for refugees. Just like a charity marathon, but without the overly revealing synthetic sportswear and the chafing, this event in 2009 saw 115 Charioke champs sweating, panting and limping to the finale line in support of 13 different charities and raised a whopping £23,000!

Comic Relief - Radio 3 Big Red Nose Show - 14 March 2011

Stars from the worlds of classical music and comedy join together for one night of camaraderie, hosted by Katie Derham and the mischievous Basil Brush, to raise money for Comic Relief at the Royal Albert Hall. Be part of the official Guinness World Record attempt to create the largest kazoo orchestra on the planet. Big tunes, big names and big gags guaranteed. Tickets from £5.

Women of the World - Equals Live - 11 March 2011

Southbank Centre presents EQUALS Live as part of the WOW series. Join V V Brown, Paloma Faith, Annie Lennox and Kate Nash, for a special evening to celebrate the strength and unity of women across generations to mark the centenary of International Women's Day. Tickets from £30. EQUALS is a partnership of over 20 leading charities brought together by Annie Lennox to celebrate the centenary of International Women's Day and step up the call for a more equal world.

BAAF - Quiz Night with Nikki Campbell - 10 March 2011

Join the British Association for Adoption and Fostering (BAAF) for their quiz night at the Butcher’s Hook & Cleaver pub near Smithfield Market and help raise vital funds for BAAF's work. Test your wits as Radio 5’s Nicky Campbell asks the questions at this fun night out. Tickets £15 including a drink on arrival.

The Tropical Zoo - Comedy Goes Wild - 6 March 2011

Dara O Brian will host a stellar night of live comedy in aid of The Tropical Zoo at the hmv Hammersmith Apollo.  Alongside Dara, 'An Evening with Dara O Briain and Friends - Comedy Goes Wild' will feature a fantastic line up of first class comedians including; Shappi Khorsandi, Rich Hall, Mike Wilmot, Marcus Brigstocke, Daniel Sloss plus more to be announced. Tickets £20.

Australian Red Cross - Fundraiser for the Australian flood victims - 5 March 2011

The Punch Tavern will be hosting a Charity Fund Raiser to help victims of the Flood Disasters in Australia. Money raised will be donated to the Australian Red Cross (for Victoria) and the Premiers Disaster Relief Appeal (for Queensland). The Punch Tavern has generously agreed to donate the venue, 10% of bar and 50% of food takings on the night. The event will include a Raffle, Charity Auction, Aussie inspired finger food (including Vegemite Toasties) and an Australian music marathon. Tickets £10 from dave@punchtavern.com.

The Ayrshire Hospice - C30, C60, C80s, GO! - 27 February 2011

Miss Rose Thorne & Beyond The Cabaret present a Charity Night Of 1980's Inspired Burlesque & Cabaret hosted by Benjamin Van Louche at Bethnal Green Working Men's Club. Tickets £10 with the proceeds going to The Ayrshire Hospice.

Headway East London - Dance Marathon - 26 February 2011

The 3rd Headway East London DANCE MARATHON will take place at The Rich Mix, Shoreditch. The Dance Marathon is a sponsored event where people stay on their feet for 8 hours dancing and raising money to support people affected by acquired brain injury. To date, Dance Marathon has raised £25,000 for the charity. Registration is now open.

British Heart Foundation - Wear Red Day - 25 February 2011

This year is the 50th birthday of the British Heart Foundation so what better time to join the celebrations and get involved in Red for Heart? Join National Wear Red Day on Friday 25 Feb, or create your own event - anything goes as long as it's red! Or why not download the  five-disc compilation featuring the best love songs from every decade since the charity was formed?

The Killing Cancer - Comedy Punch - 24 February 2011

Join the Comedy Punch  for a night of the finest stand up comedy and partying in The Cuckoo Club, an exclusive private members club  (dress code applies). Chris Dangerfield is headlining and is supported by Katie Hearsey, Matt Richardson, Tony Marrese. Open mic spots include Aaron Truss, Daniel Moss and Nicola Redman. Compere is Jonny Williams.  Special charity auction and raffle for The KILLING Cancer Charity. Tickets £7 or £10 on the door.

Dorothy Croft Trust - Launch Gala - 20 February 2011

The Dorothy Croft Trust for Young Musicians’ UK launch takes place at Cadogan Hall, with star pianist Melvyn Tan, BBC Concert Orchestra leader Cynthia Fleming, and the Croft Trust Orchestra. Tickets from £12. 

HemiHelp - Children Helping Children Concert - 19 February 2011

Help HemiHelp  celebrate 20 years of supporting children and their families affected by hemiplegia – a neurological condition that weakens one side of the body and for which there is no cure. The fantastic line up at Cadogan Hall includes performances from singer, songwriter Joseph McManners and music from the Purcell School. A variety evening including classical, jazz and pop acts plus dancing and fun for the whole family. Tickets from £10.

Mad4Africa - Traffic Light Party - 19 February 2011

Mad4Africa - a small UK registered charity who work in a rural region of Rwanda - presents a party with a difference at Anexo - wear GREEN if you are single, RED if you're taken and AMBER if you're not sure! Entry £7 on the door. More details from becki@mad4africa.org.uk

Medical Foundation for the Care of Victims of Torture - Doctors' Orchestra - 15 February 2011

The Doctors’ Orchestra returns to Cadogan Hall for another performance in support of the Medical Foundation for the Care of Victims of Torture. Starting with Beethoven’s unjustly neglected Second Symphony, their programme also includes Blumine, a rarely heard Mahler gem. Tickets from £15.

MSF in Pakistan - Flood Relief Appeal - 12 February 2011

Highly acclaimed pianist Emmanuel Despax, accompanied by Andrew Gourlay - described by Gramophone Magazine as "one to watch" - and the virtuosic Adhoc Humanitarians Orchestra perform luscious sweeping French classics, with tantalising interval spice from Asian friends. All performers in this one-off, inspiring, fundraising evening of profound beauty are donating their time and talent for free. Tickets from £15.

Econet Mobile - Econet Live - 12 February 2011

To celebrate its launch in the UK, Econet Mobile is hosting Econet Live with two shows on 11 and 12 February with performances from the legendary Oliver Mtukudzi. The London show will be at the Oasis Banqueting Hall in Barking. On the tour will be South African house jaggenaut, Liquideep and the UK based Jusa Dementor, Oluhle and Bkay & Kazz. Book your ticket in advance or pay on the door - £22.50.

The Princess Royal Trust for Carers - Celebrity Speed Dating - 10 February 2011

Spice up your Valentine’s Day plans with a speed dating extravaganza to be held at Cherry Jam, West London’s boutique bar and club in aid of The Princess Royal Trust for Carers. Guests include glamorous girl group Serese, among others. Standard tickets are £30 and a VIP ticket costs £60 (which includes champagne and speed dating with the celebrities).

Great Ormond Street Hospital - gig at Carnivale - 3 February 2011

Claudia Gronke has organised a special night at Aldgate’s premier live music venue, Carnivale, to raise vitalfunds for Great Ormond Street Hospital Children’s Charity. Carnivale will be donating 10% of the night’s takings to the charity, whilst rock & roll outfit Warehouse Republic are donating 50% from all tickets sold at the event for their upcoming show at IndigO2 at The O2 Arena.  FREE! entry.

UCHL Cancer Centre - Comedy Night - 3 February 2011

Charity Comedy Night at The 52 Club with Tom Allen (MC), Tim Clark, Carly Smallman, Simon Donald, Carl Donnelly. Raising money for the UCL Hospitals Charitable Foundation. Tickets £7- contact Jeremy Banks on 07713904025.

London's Air Ambulance - Frock Swap - 2 February 2011

Is your wardrobe is bulging but there's actually nothing in there that you feel like wearing? If this sounds familiar, join the Frock Swap revolution at The Great Hall Barts Hospital where you will have the chance to revamp your wardrobe, whilst mingling with international designer Suzanne Clements of Clements Ribeiro. Enjoy complimentary wine, nibbles and be in with the chance to win some amazing prizes, including a Benefit cosmetics package. Doors open at 6.30 for 7.00 start. Tickets £10 with the proceeds going to London's Air Ambulance. More information from Jodie on 020 7943 1302 or  jodie.potter@bartsandthelondon.nhs.uk

Get Connected - Get Comedy 2011 - 2 February 2011

Get Connected is the free, confidential UK helpline for children and young people who know they need help but don’t know where to find it. Mock the Week regular Mark Watson headlines this fabulous comedy show at the Boatshow Comedy Club. And Matt Lacey  will also be there to perform his hilarious 'Gap Yah' sketch. Tickets £16.

Sue Ryder - FEBRU-HAIRY- 1 - 28 February 2011

February might be famous for Valentine’s day and Pancake day but this year, Sue Ryder has taken over and re-named it Febru-hairy. People are being encouraged to sport creative styles and funny hair to raise vital funds for the charity. Last year people taking part in the event helped raise more than £25,000 to provide end of life and long-term health and social care for the thousands of people it cares for every year. Download your Febru-hairy pack and join in the fun.

Save the Children - comedy fundraiser - 30 January 2011

Women V Cancer - Fundraiser - 27 January 2011

Fantastic night of live music & DJs at Ginglik with all proceeds from ticket sales going to Women V Cancer (Breast Cancer Care, Jo’s Cervical Cancer Trust, Ovarian Cancer Action). Tickets £10.

The Bedford - SXSW fundraiser with Rich Hall - 26 January 2011

Each year The Bedford goes to Austin, Texas to take part in the worlds laregest and most successful music conference and festival South By South West (SXSW) to present a stage for Bedford artists where they will be seen and heard at their absolute best. This year's line up at the fundraiser includes Rich Hall, Iwan Rheon, Ed Sheeran and The Dunwell Brothers Band. Tickets £10.

The New Victoria Foundation - Funny Women - 23 January 2011

Funny Women present a brilliant evening of entertainment at The Orange Tree Richmond with sharp and sassy humour from the newest crop of female comedy talent, headlined by stand up comedienne and impressionist, Jan Ravens. Funds raised will go to support the charity The New Victoria Medical Foundation. Tickets £20.

Shelterbox - fundraiser at the Fox and Firkin - 15 January 2011

Quality live music DJs and prizes to be had in aid of Shelterbox at the Fox and Firkin. Shelterbox deliver rapid practical relief to disaster zones by delivering boxes containing tools, cooking facilities, a family sized tent and even colouring books and crayons for kids. Tickets £10.

Dyslexia Action - Neverland Charity Party - 14 January 2011

Join Ed and Mark at Pacha as they celebrate turning 30 in green tights surrounded by the lost boys and Captain Hook. Proceeds from the event will go to two charities - Winston’s Wish, the leading childhood bereavement charity and Dyslexia Action. Tickets £10.

KILLING Cancer - Rock Legends - 13 January 2011

Bryan Adams, Richard Ashcroft, Jeff Beck, Debbie Harry and The Who unite for a one off charity gig at the HMV Apollo Hammersmith in aid of the charity Killing Cancer. Tickets from £49.

The Hunger Project - Dionne Warwick and Friends - 9 January 2011

London’s Apollo Victoria Theatre is to host a concert to raise awareness and funds for The Hunger Project’s programmes. Legendary Dionne Warwick is joined by an international star cast including Natalie Cole, Elaine Paige, Mica Paris, Simon Keenlyside and Steven McRae. The aim of the concert is to raise significant awareness of the very first World Hunger Day and the inspiring work of the Hunger Project to bring an end to hunger and poverty. Tickets from £41.50.

Celia Hammond Animal Trust - Mary Epworth + Ulysses - 7 January 2011

Charity fundraiser gig for the Celia Hammond Animal Trust with Mary Epworth, Ulysees, Outdoor Types, Dead Sea Navigators and Milly Hirst at the Miller. Tickets £5.

Global Angels - Christmas Angels - 19 December 2010

Sing your heart out at this fabulous fundraiser in aid of Global Angels. Hosted by DJ Lonyo and featuring live music from Raphaella, Bluey Robinson, Rian Peters, Eddie and Lauren Ellington, music and charity will come together in sizzling style tonight. Tickets £10.

The Deborah Hutton Campaign - Film Competition - Oct to Jan 2011

Cut Films is holding a film competition - a chance for young people to engage, create and produce their discoveries about the truth of smoking. The best film wins a workshop with a leading UK film director, equipment for their school or youth club, and national publicity. The competition is designed to raise awareness of the dangers of smoking and is being supported by the Deborah Hutton Campaign. More information about the competition from Lemar.

Various charities - Funny Women Christmas Special - 20 December 2010

Join Funny Women for an Xmas extravaganza - a Christmas cornucopia of award winning female comedy - music, magic, character and sketch at The New Players Theatre. Hosting this sensational evening of festive entertainment is Kate Smurthwaite. "A powerhouse of observational wit" The Spectator, "Comedy that cuts through the crap." Three Weeks.  Funds raised on the night will support International Women’s Day on 8th March 2011 and a coalition of leading aid charities and organisations. Tickets £12.50.

Ndoro Children's Charities - Christmas Bazaar - 18 December 2010

Join Ndoro for their annual Christmas Bazaar at Primrose Hill Community Centre between 12pm and 4pm. There will be stalls, a raffle, tombola and refreshments will be available including home made cakes, mince pies and mulled wine.

The Prince's Trust - Christmas Classics - 17 December 2010

A truly magical and worthwhile event at the Southbank Centre in support of The Prince's Trust, the London Philharmonic Orchestra perform a programme of popular Christmas classical music with The London Chorus, followed in the second half with beautiful songs from BLAKE. Tickets from £15.

Ndoro Children's Charities - Christmas Aperitivo - 17 December 2010

Join Ndoro CC for a rather lovely Christmas event at Jalouse. To say thank you to their supporters, they have organised a night of celebration in Mayfair. There will be a raffle with amazing Christmas prizes, a complimentary mulled wine reception with canapes, and Christmas Carols performed by a special guest musician. Note that this event is by invitiation only so please RSVP the organisers. Entry by donation of at least £10 before 10.00 and £20 after 10.00. Dress code Glitter and Glamour.

Various charities - YouTube Takeover - 17 - 18 December 2010

Beatbullying and Save the Children are among eight charities chosen to feature in this year's annual ‘Project for Awesome’ charity YouTube take-over, which will see the platform overrun with charity and cause-related content for 24 hours. Project for Awesome is set for action on 17 December focusing on four areas: innovation in education, health, poverty and children’s wish-giving. More info from Civil Society.

The Prince's Trust - Sing for your Supper - December 2010

A new concept in dining is here: Sing for your Supper. Diners at Zizzi’s newest London restaurant who get up and sing in front of the restaurant audience will get their supper for free, and raise money for The Prince’s Trust in the process. In support of The Trust, Zizzi Sessions will be hosted each Thursday evening from 2^nd December – 30^th December by Grammy nominated singer and saxophonist, Becki Biggins. Book online now!

Help a London Child - Capital Rocks - 13 December 2010

Join Capital FM, Johnny Vaughan and Lisa Snowdon at Capital Rocks! An exclusive evening of star-studded entertainment, incredible food and a money-can’t-buy auction all in aid of 95.8 Capital FM’s Help a London Child. The event is being held at the magnificent Old Billingsgate and all proceeds go directly to Capital FM's Help a London Child. Tickets £295.

Crisis - Carol service - 11 December 2010

The Crisis Carol Service will take place in the historic surrounds of Southwark Cathedral. There will be readings and performances by members and supporters and  the singing will once again be led by the Thames Philharmonic Choir. The service will be followed by mince pies and wine in the Cathedral. Please do join them for what is always a beautiful evening. Tickets are free but please register first. There will be a collection at the end of the service.

The Prostate Cancer Charity - Christmas Concert - 10 December 2010

The Prostate Cancer Charity are holding their Christmas carol concert at St. John’s, Smith Square. Performing again is the Bath Male Choir, along with the New London Children’s Choir. Celebrity readers include Eastenders’ Rudolph Walker and Simon Chandler, with other special guests to be confirmed. There will also be a Christmas Fayre on the steps of St. John’s with carol singing from 6.00pm. The concert begins at 7.30pm Tickets £15 and £18.

Parkinson's UK - Carol Concert - 8 December 2010

Join the award winning Wessex male choir and Roger Lloyd Park (Vicar of Dibley) and celebrate the festive season at a charity carol concert at Central Hall, Westminster. Tickets from £15 with the proceeds going to Parkinson's UK.

British Heart Foundation - Angina Monologues - 5 December 2010

Heart disease kills 3 x more women than breast cancer. For one night only, join the UK’s top comedians as they give us their unique take on affairs of the heart. Hosted by Victoria Wood, the Angina Monologues is an initiative by the British Heart Foundation to raise awareness of heart disease in women, in a language everyone understands - humour.   Tickets £25. Also showing at various Vue Cinemas on the same night. Tickets £10.

Narcolepsy UK - Dana Thompson album launch - 5 December 2010

Singer songwriter Dana Thompson is holding a pre-album launch party at Bar Sequence in Islington. Tickets £15 with 10% of the proceeds going to the charity Narcolepsy UK.

Ndoro Children's Charities - Christmas Bazaar - 4 December 2010

Join Ndoro for their annual Christmas Bazaar at Twickenham United Reformed Church between 12pm and 4pm. There will be stalls, a raffle, tombola and refreshments will be available including home made cakes, mince pies and mulled wine.

Wallace and Gromit's Children's Foundation - Great British Tea Party 1 - 21 December 2010

Wallace & Gromit’s Children’s Foundation invite you to join them and thousands of others across the country, in hosting your own Great British Tea Party in December, to raise vital funds for sick children across the UK. Visit  their website to register for your free fundraising pack.

Youth Funding Network - Funding Event - 29 November 2010

The Youth Funding Network is a new approach to giving to charity. Instead of asking you to donate to charity, the organisation invites charities to pitch for your money. You can pledge money or volunteer time and with your £10 entry fee you get a £10 to start you off! The next event is at CAMP. There will be three tip top social change projects sharing their amazing work, you'll have the chance to support the project/s of your choice with your £10 entry donation, and to volunteer too if you're that way inclined. There will be cheap drinks, tasty food, tasty boys and girls, and some very special CAMP entertainment...

The Princes Trust - Merry Kissmas - December 2010

Kissing for charity? What could be better than this? The Christmas tree in Covent Garden has a lighting system - called  KISS - which is activated when two people hold the mistletoe under the tree and kiss. The electricity of their touch spectacularly lights up 50,000 red and white LED lights, creating a sensational light installation.  Merry Kissmas aims to raise over £25,000 for youth charity The Prince’s Trust. The suggested donation for each kiss is a minimum of £1. Open from 12 to 9 pm daily.

Shanti International - Red and Black Soiree - 26 November 2010

Join Shanti International and friends at the glamorous celebrity venue 26 Smithfield  from 7 pm till late for their fundraising gathering with canapes, live acts, dancers, guest speakers and a special guest DJ appearance. The evening will also include an art auction, raffles, lucky dips and more. Money raised will go toward the Shanker Foundation project which was set up in Darjeeling for people with Aids and HIV, offering them a support network, education, medication and advice in a society where being different is a stigma. Tickets £10 in advance or £15 on the door.

The Prostate Cancer Charity - Movember Gala Parté - 25 November 2010

It's that time of the year again!  The Mo, slang for moustache, and November come together each year for Movember.  Movember challenges men to change their appearance and the face of men’s health by growing a moustache. The rules are simple, start Movember 1st  clean shaven and then grow a moustache for the entire month.  The moustache becomes the ribbon for men’s health, the means by which awareness and funds are raised for cancers that affect men.  The funds raised through Movember’s UK campaign benefit The Prostate Cancer Charity (TPCC), the UK’s leading prostate cancer charity. Check out the events in London here and here or go to the  London Gala Parte at Battersea Evolution. Tickets £30.

Headway East London - Stand-UP 4 Headway - 25 November 2010

The Stand-UP 4 Headway Comedy Gig will take place at  The Water Poet with Tony Dunn, Stephen Hill, Grainne Maguire, Matt Richardson, Paul Ricketts. All funds raised will go towards supporting people affected by brain injury. Tickets £10.

Musicians Benevolent Fund - Festival of Saint Cecillia - 24 November 2010

The Musicians Benevolent Fund present their annual Festival of Saint Cecillia Lunch with a service at Westminster Abbey at 11am followed by a lunch at Banqueting House Whitehall. There will be two readings, given by Diane Louise Jordan and Sean Rafferty. The guest speaker at the lunch will be Sir Michael Parkinson. Tickets for the service are free but must be booked in advance. Tickets for the service including lunch are £90.

Concordia Foundation - Bach to Bernstein - 22 November 2010

The Concordia Foundation presents Bach to Bernstein which celebrates 15 years of Building Bridges through Music and the Arts by Concordia. The Foundation has reached thousands of children through their Young Audiences projects, presented countless London recitals featuring young musicians from around the world and has circled the globe with presentations ranging from intimate chamber concerts to fully staged opera. Tickets from £12.

Mothers4children - the Really Really Great Garage Sale - 14 November 2009

Selfridges plays host once again to the Really, Really Great Garage Sale in aid of Mothers4Children, an organisation that supports children's charities from around the world. The sale will take over the first floor of the Selfridges car park with 50 unique stalls. Mothers4Children patrons Louse Redknapp, Trinny Woodall and Yasmin Le Bon have enlisted friends and family from the worlds of fashion, music, sport and entertainment to donate covetable items for sale and to act as stallholders on the day.  This year’s contributors include Kelly Hoppen, Pearl Lowe, Tamara Beckwith, Vassi Chamberlain and Melanie Blatt, so if you consider yourself a bit of a bargain hunter then get there early and bag yourself a designer treasure. Entrance £5 (children free).

Kids Co - Gladrags and Handbags - 12- 14 November 2010

Kids Company has teamed up with Harpers Bazaar & fashion’s hottest names to bring you an exclusive designer sale at The Music Room.  All the items on sale have been donated by designers, who include Stella McCartney, Mulberry, Issey Miyake, Dries Van Noten, Vivienne Westwood, Georgio Armani & Tom Ford. With all proceeds going towards a magical Christmas for over 2,000 vulnerable inner-city children, shopping has never been so guilt free. Admission £2 on the door.

Eaves - LadyFest Ten - 12- 14 November 2010

Ladyfest, the global independent arts festival promoting and celebrating women’s creativity and counter-culture, turns 10 years old this year. Ladyfest Ten takes place from Friday 12th – Sunday 14th at various North London venues, and will involve iconic and emerging female talent from every field. Tickets from £12.50. All profits from the festival will be donated to the wonderful charity Eaves, a London-based charity that provides high quality housing and support to vulnerable women.

Kids Company - Doing it for the Kids - 6 November 2010

DOING IT FOR THE KIDS is a charity gig at the Wilmington Arms in aid of Kids Company; an organisation that works with vulnerable children and young people. The line up includes Young & Lost Club DJ set, Hannah Matthews, SPORTSDAY, Telegrams, Planet Earth and Elliott Morris. Tickets £6 or £7 on the door.

Musicians Benevolent Fund - Liza's First Farewell - 2 November 2010

Liza's First Farewell "These I have loved" at St John's, Smith Square with Elizabeth Connell - soprano - and Eugene Asti - piano. Raising funds for the Musicians Benevolent Fund. The  Fund is a unique charity which provides essential help to musicians of all ages across a range of genres and supports music professionals throughout their working lives when a crisis such as an accident or illness can have a devastating impact. It also supports young aspiring musicians to help them enter the profession with the best chance of success. Tickets from £10.

Kids Co - Stand up for the Kids - 1 November 2010

Really Lovely Comedy presents a benefit show at Madame Jojo’s with some absolute comedy heroes all donating their time and talent to raise money for Kids Co, the wonderful charity which supports our most vulnerable and at-risk children. All proceeds to the charity for this fine event will be gentleman comedian Miles Jupp, wonderfully nerdy sketch group Pappy's, and the astute Indian doctor, Paul Sinha. Tickets £14 in advance or £16 on the door. 100% of tickets sales go to the charity!

Save the Children - Killer Heels - 12 November - 10 December 2010

Throughout November and December Save the Children are asking their supporters to donate your most sparkly and glitzy shoes of the season. The designer shoes donated will then be displayed for a limited period at the recently opened ‘Mary’s Living & Giving shops for Save the Children’ on Westbourne Grove, before being auctioned off from 12 November - December 10 alongside the celebrity shoes to raise money.

Bliss - Iyanu's Destiny - 31 October 2010

A night of live music filled with good vibes and good company raising money for Bliss.  Featuring the vocal talents of Amede Soundsmith ADNW (Allen & Da New Wave) and  Incisive Taliwa Rhian. There will be a host of London’s finest Djs spinning tracks to get your feet moving, including So Contagious Ent (DJ Kopeman & Host Shades)  and Phat-Kontrolaz. Tickets £5.

NDORO - Children's Charities Gala - 30 October 2010

Ndoro invite you to join them for their Children's Charities Gala at The Millennium Gloucester Hotel hosted by Carlton Cole and Caprice.  The evening includes a drinks reception, dinner, entertainment and a live auction in aid of an orphanage home school and clinic for children in Zimbabwe. Tickets £150.

Breast Cancer Campaign - Wear it Pink Day - 29 October 2010

Everyone can be a part of wear it pink day - the dress down day with a difference. Just team up, wear something pink and donate £2 each to Breast Cancer Campaign. Register here.

Z2K - Write On! with Sandi Toksvig - 25 October 2010

A fabulous night of comedy presented by Women in Journalism in support of Z2K, a charity which helps people in the UK in extreme poverty. Hosted by Sandi Toksvig and featuring Shazia Mirza Annabel Giles, Viv Groskup and other writers and performers. Plus a special guest appearance by the winner of this year’s Funny Women Awards. Tickets £25.

Oxfam - Oxjam Brixton Takeover - 23 October 2010

The Oxjam Brixton Takeover is back. This year 5 of Brixton's hippest and best loved venues will play host to some of South London's best live music during the day with an exclusive after party locked down for Oxjam wristband holders to carry on late into the night. Oxjam will be taking over The Windmill (Straight up indie), Upstairs at Ritzy (acoustic heaven), The Dogstar (Hip Hop, Reggae, Bashment), The Rest is Noise (Afrobeat, Baille Funk and a whole lot more) Limited early bird tickets are £8 rising to £10.

INTI WARA YASSI -Jungle Boat Party - 23 October 2010

Take a walk on the wild side and party to help raise money for the big cats, monkeys and other animals at Inti Wara Yassi rescue centre in Bolivia. Fundraisers are converting the Tamesis Dock boat into a mini jungle with electro and exotic sounds, 80's, and all your favourite tunes, plus fancy dress jungle style, face painting, raffle, jungle photo booth, jugglers and more. Tickets £7 on the door, £5 for students.

Oxfam - Oxjam Brick Lane Takeover - 23 October 2010

Oxjam Brick Lane is a music festival taking place across 8 venues in the bustling and vibrant area of East London. Venues include the Vibe Bar, The Big Chill, 93 Feet East, The Brickhouse, Pizza East aka Concrete, Cafe 1001, Corbett Place & Avalon. Covering a broad spectrum of music from rock/indie, Hip hop, Asian, Futuristic/Dance and much much more from both well known bands and DJs and up and coming artists - plus some very special guests. Tickets £10. For more fabulous Oxjam events search their events calendar.

Oxfam - OXJAM Kilburn Takeover - 23 October 2010

Oxjam Kilburn will be taking over Kilburn with 40 acts performing across five venues on Kilburn High Road all in the name Oxfam. Tickets £10.

Oxfam - OXJAM at Leadenhall Market - 22 October 2010

Oxfam’s music festival Oxjam is coming to Leadenhall Market for a FREE 12-hour extravaganza of local music, food and fun- 35 bands, three stages, all in one day. Oxjam at Leadenhall Market features The Roolettes, The Obscuritones, Zen Motel, Cavilry, The Weller Collectiv and many more. FREE entrance!!!!!! For more fabulous Oxjam events search their events calendar.

Amnesty International - Protect the Human - 22 October 2010

ArtMusic and The Armed Forces Events present Protect the Human at Shoreditch Church. Hosted by Kate Bond (WIRED) & Jayson Daniels (Channel 4) with DJ sets by The Invisible, DJ Wandson Maxx, DJ Cooks, DJ  Lee Curtis, Break London DJ's, DJ  D.Vyzor. Tickets £6 in advance or £7 on the door.

The Sick Children's Fund - The Big Gig - 21 October 2010

The Sick Children’s Trust, a charity which supports families who have very sick or terminally ill children, is very excited to announce its first ever comedy night, The Big Gig, with the fantastic Ed Byrne confirmed as the headline act. The night, at The Leicester Square Theatre, promises to be chock full of giggles and laughs from some of the hottest comedians around. Tickets £15.

Body and Soul - Voice Storm - 20 October 2010

Annie Lennox, Melanie C, Lauren Pritchard and Alice Russell are among a host of stars who will perform at a special concert presented by the HIV charity Body & Soul in memory of the late Dame Anita Roddick. ‘Voicestorm’ will take place at the Roundhouse. The event, an intimate evening of live music and inspirational presenters, will bring together exceptional female artists who are lending their support to this important organisation and campaign.Tickets £40.

CARE International - Concert for Care - 18 October 2010

Join film composer, producer and songwriter David Arnold at the Royal Albert Hall for a charity concert in aid of CARE International. The Royal Philharmonic Orchestra will play music from popular contemporary films, conducted by the composers themselves or the house maestro, Robert Ziegler. Each score will be introduced by the composers and special guest movie stars. Various film songs will be performed by major artists backed by a full symphony orchestra. Comedian Jimmy Carr will also join the line-up. Tickets from £22.

Barnado's - Young Songwriters Competition - 17 October 2010

Budding young songwriters have until 17 October to submit their entrries for the Young Songwriters Competition. The composers will be invited to write the lyrics and music for an original uplifting composition, and with the help from their school, participants are encouraged to record and submit their material for inclusion in the competition. The competition is organised by Charity Goods and supported by Eliza Doolittle and is designed to allow the creativity in children to be used in a positive way, to showcase their talents and help fundraise for abused, vulnerable and neglected children. The top 4 songs will be recorded in a top London studio with leading UK artists. Register your interest here.

Cancer charities - Moondance for Life - 16 October 2010

Moondance gives something back with its 3rd Annual Fundraiser for Cancer charities at Hidden. Tickets £6.

Various Charities - Live to Give - 14 October 2010

New social enterprise alive and giving are having a fundraising event at the UCL Main Building, Gower Street, WC1E 6BT to showcase three charities: Changemakers; Restless Development; Cool Earth Action. For every £10 you donate on the night the organisers will match it. All donors will be entered into a draw to win an iPad. Tickets FREE (prior registration required).

Oxjam - Music and Art Event - 13 October 2010

A cracking mid-week treat, presented by Music Tree promotions, with London's hottest and upcoming bands; Butterflies on Strings, Them Changes, Love In The Asylum and Tomokiyo performing live in the cool venue of Vibe Live, Vibe Bar. Artworks and prints for sale after the event as a memento among other exciting treats and all for charity! Tickets £5.

National Aids Trust - The Wig Party - 10 October 2010

The Wig Party comes to the Cafe de Paris raising money for the National Aids Trust, the UK’s leading charity dedicated to transforming society’s response to HIV. Tickets from £25.

Oxfam - Oxjam Kilburn Comedy Festival - 10 - 13 October 2010

The Oxjam Kilburn Comedy Festival takes place at various venues in Kilburn. Featuring Trevor Lock, Rufus Hound, Alex Zane, Gail Porter and many more. Tickets £5.

World Development Movement - Joking for Justice - 7 October 2010

Join the World Development Movement for a top notch night of comedy at Dingwalls, Camden with Tony Law, Andrew O'Neill, Liam Mullone, Francesca Martinez, Kent Valentine, Hils Barker, Charlie Talbot. Tickets £15.

Breakthrough Breast Cancer - Inspiration Awards for Women - 6 October 2010

The ‘Inspiration Awards for Women’ in association with Breakthrough Breast Cancer is a glamorous and uplifting event at Cadogan Hall. The awards celebrate inspirational women nationally and internationally. Attendees have included Dame Helen Mirren, Hayley Westenra and Dame Kelly Holmes. Last year Ruthie Henshall, Cara Dillon and Blake performed. A host of celebrities and VIPs mingle and enjoy an evening of classical and jazz performances by some of the industry’s most talented artists. Tickets £49.

Oxfam - Oxjam at the Bedford - 5 October 2010

As part of the Oxjam Music Festival, The Bedford presents great live music from Jon Bilbrough Marcel Legane, Josh Bray.  Doors 7.30 show starts at 8.45. Tickers £5 on the door. For more fabulous Oxjam events search their events calendar.

Caron Keating Foundation - Pinktober - 5 October 2010

Pinktober, Hard Rock Cafe's campaign to raise awareness of breast cancer is at the O2 Indigo this year. Line up incldues The Bangles, Beverley Knight, Amy MacDonald and more. Tickets £30.

Safe Hands for Mothers - Laughter for Life - 4 October 2010

Comedy fundraising night at The Comedy Store for the charity Safe Hands for Mothers whose vision is to contribute to a reduction in maternal mortality and morbidity from pregnancy-related causes and to protect and promote health of the newborn in developing countries. MC Helen Lederer, Shazia Mirza, Tom Wrigglesworth, Karen Dunbar, Kathy Lette. Tickets £25 (includes a glass of champagne and nibbles).

Breast Cancer Campaign - Pink Aerobics - 3 October 2010

Join Breast Cancer Campaign and LessBounce for Pink Aerobics in Hyde Park, London. Registration costs £15.

Oxfam - PAGOA at Bethnal Green Working Men's Club - 3 October 2010

An afternoon/evening of sublime entertainment, Starting at 3pm and continuing until late. Featuring 8 wonderful artists steeped in folksy-talent and good morals. Featuring Message to Bears, A-Line, Jane Weaver,  Lara J Martin and more...All set in an East End iconic venue with tipples to tempt anyone. Tickets £8 or £10 on the door.

Oxfam - Oxjam launch gig with Four Tet - 30 September 2010

Oxjam presents Four Tet as part of the Oxjam celebrity launch. Details of the secret venue will be emailed 72 hours before the event. Tickets £25. For more fabulous Oxjam events search their events calendar.

Oxfam - Oxjam launch gig with Johnny Borrell - 29 September 2010

Johnny Borrell plays at an intimate secret venue as part of the Oxjam celebrity launch. Tickets £25. For more fabulous Oxjam events search their events calendar.

Various charities - Oxford Philomusica - 28 September 2010

The Cyprus High Commission in the UK presents a concert at Cadogan Hall to celebrate the 50th Anniversary of the Republic of Cyprus. The programme includes the UK premiere of Treasured Island by Christodoulos Georgiades and Sophia Serghi’s ‘Shall we Dance’, a medley of evocative dances. All proceeds from the concert will be donated to a UK based charity. Tickets  from £10.

Oxfam - Oxjam Launch gig with Diana Vickers - 28 September 2010

Oxjam presents DIANA VICKERS, GABRIELLA CILMI, PEARL & THE PUPPETS at a secret location as part of the Oxjam launch. Tickets £25. For more fabulous Oxjam events search their events calendar.

Yoga Biomedical Trust - Open Day - 25 September 2010

The Yoga Biomedical Trust, which promotes research into yoga for the treatment and prevention of health issues, will offer its unique classes and therapies at One, a unique Yoga and Yoga Therapy Centre in Bethnal Green. To celebrate its opening, One is hosting an Open Day for the public, offering FREE taster sessions and information on all its courses, including Yoga for Fertility, Yoga for Stress, Well Woman and Yoga for Cancer Care. (Booking places via the website is essential.)

Peace One Day - Celebrate Peace One Day - 24 September 2010

To celebrate a day of non-violence and global cease fire, Peace One Day invite you to a special screening of the award-winning and inspirational film "The Day After Peace". The event includes champagne reception, 3 course meal, traditional Burlesque dancing, Blues Band and DJ. Tickets from £47.

UCLH Cancer Centre - Comedy Festival - 22 - 23 September 2010

Comedy Festival at the Bloomsbury Theatre raising money for the new UCLH Cancer Centre. Line up for 22nd includes Andi Ohso, Tom Allen, Ninia Benjamin, Stewart Francis, Tony Law, Andrew Lawrence, Pete Johansson with special guest Russell Howard. Line up for 23rd includes Alex Zane, Dan Antopolski, Tim Clark, Ben Norris, Josh Howie, Ian Stone, Dave Fulton. Tickets £17.50.

Princess Royal Trust for Carers - The Big Reveal - 21 September 2010

The Princess Royal Trust for Carers proudly presents the Big Reveal Gala Dinner and Fashion Show at The Lancaster Hotel hosted by Alvin Loy. All proceeds will help to continue work in supporting the hundreds of thousands of unpaid carers in the UK. The evening will commence with a champagne reception, followed by a four-course dinner and catwalk show in the company of famous faces from the worlds of fashion, sport and entertainment. A spectacular auction will then be held with a number of fabulous "money can't buy" prizes. Tickets £250.

International Alert - Are you Taking the Peace? - 20 September 2010

International Alert present another fabulous comedy night with Are you Taking the Peace? at the Comedy Store. Comedians include Shappi Khorsandi, Alex Horne, Stewart Francis, Richard Herring, John Gordillo and Al Barrie. Tickets £18.

Help for Heroes - Race for Recovery - 19 September 2010

Have you got the bottle? Brut for men present the Race for Recovery at Battersea Park. The challenge is to complete a military fitness assessment against the clock. You'll need to run 1.5 miles, do two minutes of sit ups and two minutes of press ups. Then you'll be given a score to see whether you're the fittest or fastest. Prizes for the best in each heat, plus if you're the overall winner on the day BRUT will pay for you to go on the 2011 trip to Everest Base Camp all in aid of Help for Heroes. £10 minimum donation to register.

Intermission - Grateful - 12 September 2010

Thomas Hopkins and Danielle Tarento presents for Intermission an inspiring evening of musical theatre and gospel music in aid of an extremely good cause at Cadogan Hall. Intermission is a charity which engages young people from London’s inner-city communities, giving them an opportunity to connect with and find their voice through the performing arts. An evening not to be missed. Tickets £25.

Help for Heroes - Heroes Concert - 12 September 2010

Help for Heroes present The Heroes Concert with Robbie Williams, James Blunt, Alexandra Burke, Pixie Lott, Plan B and The Saturdays at Twickenham Stadium. Tickets from £55.

THET - African Rhythms - 11 September 2010

THET, a global health charity committed to improving health services in developing countries, invites you to a night of African Rhythms at The Africa Centre. Join Kasaii Masai, a five piece African band, and then later DJ Arnaud Oya Bun, both of whom promise to fill the evening with traditional sounds and urban beats. The night will mark the very first in THET’s celebration of African music and dance and the money raised will support their Global Partnerships Programmes.  Tickets £10 which includes a free drink.

Cancer Research - Busking for Cancer - 10 September 2010

Busking Cancer are proud to present their Busking Cancer party, which is being held at the wonderful location of the HMS Belfast, moored on the Thames near Tower Bridge. This year, there are two stages of music, which feature Newton Faulkner, Mr Hudson and others, all of whom are playing for free to raise money for Cancer Research UK. Tickets £15.

Help for Heroes - Awsum Inception - 10 September 2010

Awsum presents Awsum Inception at Hidden raising money for Help for Heroes. £5 entry or free guest list before midnight.

Start - Prince Charles' Garden Party - 8 - 19 September 2010

The Prince of Wales is opening up his own gardens at Clarence House, together with his neighbours’ gardens at Lancaster House and Marlborough House for a Garden Party. This fabulous event is part of Start - a national initiative by The Prince's Charities Foundation to promote and celebrate sustainable living. With a Musical Programme created by Jools Holland, Comedy by Marcus Brigstocke and Hugh Dennis and Fashion by Dame Vivienne Westwood this is one party not to miss. Tickets £15 for adults and £7.50 for kids.

OBJECT - Funny Women Awards - 6, 20 September

The semi-finals and finals of the Funny Women Awards take place in September at the Leicester Square Theatre. Money raised from the event will go towards the work of the charity Object, an award-winning human rights organisation that addresses the challenging issues of the pornography and sex industries and their increasing normalisation. Tickets £18 or £15 for OBJECT members.

Macmillian Cancer Support- Let Us Entertain You - 5 September 2010

Charity gig at The Bedford raising money for Macmillan Cancer Support. Tickets £12.

Oxfam - Oxjam Brixton-Swish Shop - 4 September 2010

The Oxjam 'Swish Shop' is brought to you by Oxjam Brixton in support of Oxfam and is taking place at the Dog Star bar and cafe in Brixton. At a Swish Shop guests bring along four items of clothing in good condition to swap with other 'Swishers'. Before Swishing commences, 'Swishers' can enjoy a complementary mini manicure, sip a special Oxjam cocktail or buy a ticket to the raffle all while relaxing to the sounds of the resident DJ. Finally, get advice from our in house tailor on how to customise your new clothing. Tickets £5 on the door - 10.00am to 2.00pm. For more fabulous Oxjam events search their events calendar.

NDORO - ZIMBABWE ROCKS - 3 September

Zimfest presents ZIMBABWE ROCKS, a celebration of the diversity of Zimbabwean music at The Clapham Grand raising money for the charity NDORO. A spectacular night of music and performances from some of Zimbabwe's brightest stars - US born singer/songwriter ‘Chiwoniso’, Universal Island signing ‘Tinashe’ who will showcase tracks from his debut album, rockers ‘Mann Friday’ and promising artist & producer ‘Jusa Dementor’. Tickets £10.

Sue Ryder Care - Comedy Slappers - 1 September 2010

14 Open Mic comedians who have been 'putting it about a bit' will entertain you at The Cavendish Arms. A great line up including the brilliantly surreal Tim Shishodia, Gemma Beagley (New London Comedy Awards 2010 finalist), eloquently filthy Josephine Lacey and circuit regular Ryan Cull. MC - your Poof In Boots Mark Jeary. All money raised at the event will go to Sue Ryder Care to care for people with end of life and long term conditions such as Cancer, Multiple Sclerosis and Motor Neurone Disease. FREE entry.

Art Saves Lives - Contemporary Art Raffle - 23 August 2010

This is your chance to get your hands on one of 75 prizes of comtemporary art for just £10. Check out the gallery for an idea of what's on offer and help raise money for Art Saves Lives.

Lake of Stars - The Noisettes - 12 August 2010

The vinspired Lake of Stars Festival, an international music festival set on the shores of Lake Malawi in Africa, brings its unique flavour to the Union Chapel in Islington.  Headlining the evening will be the Noisettes, a band who’ve overtaken the British music scene with a dizzying speed of ascent, recently described by The Guardian as ‘the best live band in Britain’. Tickets from £10.

Sandblast - Charity Cabaret Extravaganza - 4 August 2010

Olive Branch Theatre and arts and human rights charity Sandblast present Charity Cabaret Extravaganza at the Battersea Barge. The evening is a special fundraiser for a youth theatre project in the Saharawi refugee camps in South West Algeria. The evening will showcase London's finest performers in music, theatre, comedy and the spoken word to raise funds for a youth theatre project in the refugee . Entry by donation £20. For more information about the Sahaeawi refugee camps see this video.

Musician's Benevolent Fund - MBF Carol Concert - 15 December

The MBF Carol Concert will take place at St Paul's Church in Covent Garden at 7.30, featuring the Vasari Singers, conducted by Jeremy Backhouse. Tickets are £12, click here for a booking form or ring 0207 2998357

War Child - THE PUB LANDLORD’S SOUTHBANK JUKEBOX - 27 July 2010

War Child are proud to present ‘The Pub Landlord’s Southbank Jukebox’ a unique night of legendary British comedy and music, hosted and headlined by multi award-winning Al Murray, The Pub Landlord. Together with War Child, The Guv has recruited two of the biggest names in UK music: Madness and Plan B as well as stand-up comedians Jason Manford and Rob Deering.  Tickets from £30.

Youth Funding Network - Funding Event - 21 July 2010

The Youth Funding Network is a new approach to giving to charity. Instead of asking you to donate to charity, the organisation invites charities to pitch for your money. You can pledge money or volunteer time and with your £10 entry fee you get a £10 to start you off! The next event is at The Gramaphone. Come along and hear six-minute presentations from three inspiring social projects that need your support to make the world a better place.

Children of Peace - Stand-up for Peace - 15 July 2010

After the sell-out success of last year’s Stand-up for Peace, Children of Peace’s fund-raising comedy night is back with a fantastic line-up of comics at the Cockpit Theatre. All the money raised will go towards projects that bring Israeli and Palestinian children together, in the hope that they will build friendships that will put an end to conflict in the future. Line up includes Rich Morris (compere), Simon Munnery, Paul Foot, The Unexpected Items, The Aspidistras, Jess Robinson, Eirlys Bellin, Clare Warde & Jen Brister and Diane Morgan Tickets £15.

Guria - Aashish Khan - 9 July 2010

The famous sarode player, Aashish Khan, will play an exclusive concert at the Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan in West Kensington. He will be supported by internationally renowned artists Yousuf Ali Khan (tabla) Nicolas Magriel (sarangi) and Amie Maciszewski (sitar.) This is an entirely charity event to raise awareness for the issue of human trafficking, which has grown globally to become a ‘silent crisis’; it is now the third most lucrative illegal trade in the world after weapons and drugs. The concert is on behalf of a tiny grassroots charity called ‘Guria’ who have made massive achievements in fighting human trafficking and child prostitution in Northern India. Tickets £15.

Cardiac Risk in the Young - Cazfest - 4 July 2010

Cazfest, a lovely little boutique festival with a feel good factor, returns to Bishops Stortford raising money for Cardiac Risk in the Young. First 1,000 tickets on sale now at £20 (thereafter £30). Line up includes, Billy Lunn, The Young Fathers, The Holloways, Lemar and Tinchy Stryder and many more......

War Child - Army of You - 1 July 2010

War Child's Army of You gig is a showcase of new musical talent, bringing together some of the most exciting names across the UK's thriving new music scene. Line up includes THE INVISIBLE / O.CHILDREN / BECOMING REAL / DISCO 3000 / FRIENDLY FIRES dj set / CASPER C / ONEMAN / SOLO and more. War Child works with children who are hit hardest by war and its consequences including child soldiers, street children and children in prison. Tickets £9.

Nepal Balbalika Trust - Nevestival - 20 June 2010

FREE family festival in Battersea Park (La Gondal Cafe) 12.00 - 9.00pm, organised by Music4children. If it rains the festival will relocate to the White Lion in streatham.

The Pink Singers - A Little Light Music - 19 June 2010

Europe's oldest LGBT community choir The Pink Singers perform at Cadogan Hall for the first time, with special guests Mladen Stankovic and Michael Derrick. As a community choir they support many charities and regularly perform at London Pride, for which they were founded 25 years ago. Tickets from £15.

WellChild - England Live Screening Event - 18 June 2010

As official partner of the Team England Footballers Charity, WellChild is holding a fabulous event at the Brewery, where guests will watch the England vs Algeria match live on big screen. Tickets £150 including dinner, entertainment and free beer!

Macmillan Cancer Support - Brick Lane Takeover - 17 June 2010

Macmillan's Brick Lane Takeover will welcome 2000 music enthusiasts from 5.30pm through to the early hours, raising money for Macmillan Cancer Support. Line-up includes: ELIZA DOOLITTLE / KILL IT KID / THREE TRAPPED TIGERS / COSMO JARVIS / BEATBULLYZ / THE PARIS RIOTS  + lots more. Tickets £20.

PAWA - Funny Women - 17 June 2010

Action for Kids - Urban Beach Volleyball - 11 June 2010

The beach comes to Broadgate as Action for Kids holds its annual volleyball tournament. The event last year raised an amazing £50,000 for this very worthwhile charity. 12 teams of 10 players are needed so start practising now!

Reprieve - Reprieve Comedy Night 2010 - 7 June 2010

Tickets now on sale for an unmissable evening of comedy and music in support of legal action charity Reprieve. Top comedians - including Tim Minchin, Ed Bryne, Robin Ince and Shappi Khorsandi -  will celebrate ten years of Reprieve’s vital work on death row and Guantánamo Bay in a unique stand-up show at the West End‘s Lyceum Theatre. Tickets from £25.

Save the Children - Living and Giving Store - May 2010

Charity shop guru Mary Portas has designed the new Living & Giving shop for Save the Children. The idea is a revolutionary concept merging the best of high fashion, charity shopping and local talent. This new venture is due to open at the end of the month in Westbourne Grove and the organisers are appealing to the fashion industry to donate press samples and end of season stock for the store launch. They are also seeking volunteers to help out in the shop.

Kids First Trust - Joe Driscoll - 26 May 2010

Gigs First presents Joe Driscoll at the Borderline in a benefit gig for Kids First Trust. Tickets £8.50.

Two Moors Festival - 10th Birthday Fundraising Concert - 26 May 2010

The Two Moors Festival was set up in 2001 to bring cheer to people living on Dartmoor and Exmoor following the devastation caused by Foot and Mouth disease. This 10th birthday anniversary event features Julian Lloyd Webber, Leon McCawley, The Aronowitz Ensemble and Leon Bosch. Tickets from £10.

Various Charities - Quartet Pro Musica - 19 May 2010

Quartet Pro Musica is celebrating its 55th anniversary this year. This event at Cadogan Hall includes guest performances from Elizabeth Woods and James Lonsdale and is in support of the following charities: Fairbridge, HACSG, Headley Heroes, Elizabeth Finn Care & The Salvation Army. Tickets from £14.

Oxfam - Oxfam Curiosity Shop - 14 - 20 May 2010

From Friday 14 May to Thursday 20 May Selfridges’ Ultralounge, the London store’s permanent arts and exhibition space, will be transformed into The Oxfam Curiosity Shop – staffed by celebrities from Annie Lennox to Zoe Ball with all proceeds going to Oxfam.

Shelter - Architect in the House - 19 April - 4 July 2010

Architect in the House gives homeowners an hour's free consultation with a RIBA registered architect in return for a donation of £40 to Shelter. Register here. The closing date for registration is 4 July.

Promoting sustainable communities - Vortex Outdoors - 9 May 2010

Vortex Outdoors is a dynamic outdoor live music festival in Gillett Square, in the heart of Dalston. Curated by BrazenBunch and produced by Hackney Cooperative Developments and The Vortex Jazz Club, Vortex Outdoors aims to provide free access to the arts for the local and wider community. The project also provides an opportunity for local young people to participate in creative workshops leading to a performance as part of the festival. FREE entrance.

Love is all we need - Dinner with Annie Lennox - 7 May 2010

Love Is All We Need are delighted to announce that Annie Lennox and The SING Campaign are supporting the Love Is All We Need Dinner and Auction on World AIDS Orphans Day. Annie will be speaking about her experiences in South Africa and her fight against the HIV/AIDS epidemic. The evening, at the Millennium Gloucester Hotel, will include a drinks reception, a three course dinner and an auction. Tickets £80 or £700 for a table of 10.

International Alert - Are you Taking the Peace? - 6 May 2010

International Alert present another fabulous comedy night with Are you Taking the Peace? at the Bloomsbury Theatre. The comedians include Stewart Lee, Adam Buxton, Tim Key, Rufus Hound, Al Barrie and Will Andrews. Tickets £16.

Protimos - Lecture by David Starkey - 6 May 2010

Protimos is an NGO which works in collaboration with indigenous communities, helping them to understand and assert their legal rights in the development process through providing legal assistance and education. Their inaugural lecture, "English History and English Law" will be given by David Starkey CBE at Inner Temple. Tickets £20 (including reception).

Life Foundation - Catwalk for Life - 24 April 2010

Catwalk for Life is a charity event at Dragon Hall, Covent Garden, to help raise funds and awareness about the work of the charity Life Foundation.  The money raised will help to provide necessities such as mosquito nets to prevent Malaria and school fees for children in Ethiopia. Tickets to the show are £7 or £10 for VIP. More details from  07951628915, 07534744796 or foundationlife@ymail.com.

Get Connected - Gig at UnderBelly - 18 April 2010

The Get Connected gig will bring together some of London’s best up and coming live acts along with one of London’s coolest venues, the Hoxton UnderBelly. Get Connected is a free telephone helpline, email and webchat service finding young people in crisis the best help whatever the problem.  There will also be raffles on the night with fantastic prizes on offer. Tickets £6.

Toms shoes - One Day Without Shoes - 8 April 2010

8 April is the third One Day Without Shoes Day, raising awareness of the conditions in parts of the world such as Ethiopia, where childrens' feet are exposed to deadly soil-based parasites. Toms shoes will provide a new pair of shoes for a child in need for every pair you buy.

Vinspired Lake of Stars - Rich Mix Showcase - 7 April 2010

FREE event at Rich Mix raising awareness for the Lake of Stars Festival  - "there isn't another festival like this on the planet" Metro. Acts include The Good Natured and rising star from Botswana, Tamanda Walker.

Cancer Research UK - Give Up Clothes for Good - 5 - 25 April 2010

From 5 – 25 April 2010, Cancer Research UK, T K Maxx and HomeSense are asking you to  donate your unwanted clothes and homeware. ‘Give Up Clothes For Good’ is the biggest clothes collection ever and aims to raise over £3 million for research into childhood cancers. Getting involved is easy – simply pick up a ‘Give Up Clothes for Good’ bag from your local TK Maxx store, fill it up with unwanted, quality items, then drop it off at your local TK Maxx or HomeSense while you shop. Or even better organise a donation station and encourage friends and family to join in.

Various charities - Pimp my Closet - 3 April 2010

Swap Party with FREE BUBBLY! (Yes Really!) For good causes. All profits go towards 6 different struggling charities per event. Swap goods for tokens, swap tokens for goods. Entrance is a donation to the charity of your choice on the day. Swap new or very nearly new clothes, shoes, accessories or new unwrapped perfumes. Get PIMP TOKENS based on the quality of your goods which you then "buy" other stuff with - simples!

Simon Cowland Trust - Beautiful Easter Party - 1 April 2010

Beautiful Events present the Beautiful Easter Party at the Great Eastern Dining Room to raise money for the Simon Cowland Trust - a charity dedicated to helping people with Cystic Fibrosis and their families. Doors open from 6pm and the charity element of the evening continues until 9pm. Thereafter guests are welcome to stay and party at Below 54 until 1am. Drinks reception and a selection of pan-Asian cuisine to be served between 6pm - 7pm. The bar will then revert to a cash bar thereafter. Tickets £20.

GOSH - Channel 4 Comedy Gala - 30 March 2010

Channel 4 at The O2 presents comedy from the best talent in Britain and abroad including Alan Carr, Bill Bailey, Christine Bleakley, David Mitchell, Jack Whitehall, Jack Dee, Jason Manford, Jo Brand, John Bishop, Jonathan Ross, Kevin Bridges, Lee Evans, Mark Watson, Michael Mcintyre, Omid Djalili, Rich Hall, Rob Brydon, Ruth Jones, Sean Lock, Shappi Khorsandi, Stomp, Tess Daly, Noel Fielding and many more...Tickets £55. Proceeds to Great Ormond Street Hospital.

Stand Up for Africa - Charity Boxing Match - 27 March 2010

Wanna thow a punch against child poverty? Join Hands up for Africa Fight Night at the Grange Hotel St Pauls for a truly awesome black tie (with a hint of Africa) extravaganza with 5* 3 course dinner and VIP entry to the brand new and exclusive Kanaloa Bar. Tickets from £50. Stand up for Africa (SUFA) focuses its support on community led projects in Africa working to improve access to education, health and wellbeing, promote and protect the rights of young people and women and provide opportunities for income generation.

The Children's Trust - Dare to Dance Strictly - 26 March 2010

Experience the Bachata Tango, Salsa, Merengue and Cha-Cha lessons at the first 'Dare to Dance Strictly' event at Porchester Hall. The event will be hosted by Richard Marcel, a Guest Choreographer on BBC1's Strictly Come Dancing. With showcases from Darren and Lilia, two of Strictly's professional dancers. Tickets  £50 to include cocktail, canapes and dance lesson. Proceeds go to The Children’s Trust which provides specialist care, therapy and education to children with multiple disabilities and brain injury.

Attitude is Everything - Club Attitude at Cargo - 25 March 2010

Attitude is Everything and Global Local present Club Attitude at Cargo. Tickets £5 or FREE before 9.00 pm.

ICA - Annual Fundraising Gala - 24 March 2010

The ICA Annual Fundraising Gala Party takes place at Camden’s Koko – an amazing night of music and dancing with live performances from Bryan Ferry, Lily Allen, Temposhark, Samuel and the Dragon, The Cocknbullkid and I Blame Coco, plus more to be announced! The party starts at 10pm and continues into the early hours, there is an open bar, and while you dance the night away you will be helping to raise vital funds for the ICA. Tickets £75 or £95 for non ICA Members.

International Alert - War Don Don - 23- 25 March 2010

International Alert and Human Rights Watch present the European Premier of the documentary War Don Don. Filmmaker Rebecca Richman Cohen joins a Q&A at screenings of her film at the ICA (25/3) and the Ritzy (23/2) which tells the story of the sensational trial of Issa Sesay, a senior commander in Sierra Leone's rebel Revolutionary United Front. With unprecedented access to the various actors at the Special Court for Sierra Leone, you will hear from prosecutors and defence attorneys as well as Issa Sesay himself and the victims of his crimes. This case, perfectly retold here, illustrates both the complexities of achieving justice and addressing a nation's traumatic past Tickets £9.

Training for Life - Opera Night at the Apprentice - 22 March 2010

Training for Life presents Vignettes of Love at the Hoxton Apprentice, with opera singer Hannah Pedley who will be singing the lead in Carmen at Holland Park this summer. Tickets which include a fabulous 2-course dinner are only £45.

The Children's Trust - 25th Anniversary Ball - 20 March 2010

Throughout the last 25 years, The Children’s Trust has been providing specialist care, therapy and education to children with multiple disabilities and brain injury along with support for their families. Celebrate this wonderful achievement in style at Anniversary Ball at The Dorchester. You'll be greeted with a fabulous drinks reception before being served an exquisite three course meal in the magnificent ballroom. Dinner will be rounded off with a fundraising auction and live music. Tickets £125.

Eaves Housing - Women's Question Time - 16 March 2010

The women's housing charity Eaves presents Women's Question Time with Theresa May MP (conservative),  Lyne Featherstone MP (liberal democrat) and Caroline Lucas MEP (green) at Central Hall, Westminster. The audience will have the chance to question potential women's ministers on their manifestos for women before the general election. Tickets are free but must be reserved in advance from anna.bowden@eaveshousing.co.uk or 020 78407126. Sponsorship opportunities available.

White Ribbon Alliance - Fashion Relief for Haiti - until 28 March 2010

Designer sale for Haiti at Net-a-Porter until 28 March. Funds raised from the sale of Fashion for Relief items will benefit the White Ribbon Alliance by supporting its partners in Haiti so as to help rebuild the healthcare system for mothrs and babies.

WaterAid - Retro Spective - 13 March 2010

Retro Events presents an evening to remember at The Sterling Bar in The Gherkin Tower. The Soulforce DJs plus guests will be spinning all the Old Skool Flavas from 2 fantastic decadesl! This event is raising money for the "Art Of Living" School in the Dharavi Slums in Bombay (the slums featured in Slumdog Millionaire and recent Ch4 Documentarie) as well as WaterAid projects in India. All profits go to charity. Tickets £15.

Starlight - Charity Ball - 10 March 2010

The Starlight Charity Ball at The River Bar, Greenwich, is a night of comtempory glamour to raise money for terminally ill children. Includes red carpet arrival, champagne and canapes.  Staring an Amy Winehouse Tribute Act, Rod Stewart Tribute Act and a surprise act as seen on Britains Got Talent. Tickets £10 in advance.

The Meningitis Trust - Fat Tuesday Comedy Club Birthday - 9 March 2010

Loads of amazing acts, special guests and general comedy madness with the Fat Tuesday Comedy Club and their 5th Birthday party at the The Compass, Islington. And all for the Meningitus Trust too! Plus, there will be party hats.... Tickets £10.

War Child - Kasabian, La Roux and Calvin Harris - 16 February 2010

War Child presents Kasbian, La Roux and Calvin Harris at an intimate gig for just 2,000 fans at the O₂ Shepherd's Bush Empire. Tickets £50 on sale from 1 Feb.

V Day - Volupte at the Ministry of Sound - 14 February 2010

Volupte are excited to announce their collaboration with The Ministry of Sound. Five rooms, bursting to the seams with live entertainment: a full banquet and show in the Main Box, a full live vintage band, swingdance lessons, taxi dancers, spoken word, a movie room, live guest speakers, a celebrity DJ, aerial acts to leave you breathless, soul, funk…and much much more...The aim of the evening will be to raise money for VDAY– a charity founded by Eve Ensler (author of “The Vagina Monologues”). VDAY seeks to stop violence against women, and has now become a global movement, having claimed Valentine’s Day as its own. Tickets £25 for club tickets or £149 for 3-course dinner and show.

Hoping Foundation - Massive Attack - 11 February 2010

Massive Attack play HMV Apollo Hammersmith and a percentage of the ticket sales will be donated to The Hoping Foundation which promotes peace for Palestinian children.  Tickets £31.50.

Protimos - Charity Quiz Night - 10 February 2010

Protimos is an organisation of lawyers who work to provide access to law for indigenous and marginalised communities in the developing world. The 2010 Quiz Night at the Law Society will be a lively affair with John Humphreys as Quizmaster and Prince Seeiso of Lesotho in attendance. Teams of four cost £1000 which includes a champagne reception, three-course meal with wine, and entry to the quiz and auction.

Medical Foundation for the Care of Victims of Torture - European Doctors’ Orchestra - 9 February 2010

Doctor-musicians from all over Europe will gather at London’s Cadogan Hall to play an all-Beethoven concert in support of the Medical Foundation for the Care of Victims of Torture. Tickets from £15.

Teenage Cancer Trust - Fancy - 6 February 2010

The Teenage Cancer Trust has been selected as one of the beneficiaries for ‘Fancy’, the capital’s new dressing up spectacle. Fancy plans on reinventing the easily attained escapism of fancy dress to an invigorated generation intent on shedding their existing lives and nine to fives, for a more exciting alter ego…just for the night! The Fancy spectacle bursts into full technicolour glory at the O2 Shepherds Bush Empire (9pm-3am). Tickets £12.50.

Art Saves Lives - Art Exhibition Press and Launch night - 5 February 2010

Art Saves Lives along with New Moon and Cell Mates present a celebration of art as a means to rehabilitation @ The Old Police Station, 114-116 Amersham Vale, New Cross. The exhibition, with art from Dean Stalham, Lucy Edkins, Peter Cameron, Robbi Hames, Sebastion Wilbur and John Clowes, will be opened by Hop-hop artist Eddie Otchere and feature live music from Billy Bragg's Jail Guitar Doors and performance poetry by Simon Miles and Chris Syrus. Contact cat@artsaveslives.co.uk for guest list entry. The exhibition runs for the whole of February and entrance is FREE.

New Victoria Medical Foundation - Funny Women at the Organge Tree - 31 January 2010

Funny Women are celebrating the launch of a new venue - the Orange Tree Theatre - with a special charity show in support of the New Victoria Medical Foundation. Funds raised at the show will help to provide support, counselling and complementary therapies to those affected by breast cancer. Headlining is Jan Ravens, from BBC's Dead Ringers, and the show will be hosted by Carrie Quinlan of BBC's Radio 4's News Quiz. Tickets £20.

Musician's Benevolent Fund - Andy Panayi - 28 January

MBF supporter and jazz musician Andy Panayi has organised a series of Big Band Nights to raise money. The show begins at 8pm at the Bull's Head, 337 Lonsdale, Barnes, London. Call the MBF on 020 7299 8357 for more details.

Anthony Nolan Trust - Alessi's Ark and Treetop Flyers - 28 January 2010

Alessi's Ark is the musical project of Alessi Laurent Marke. Her album, 'Notes from the Treehouse' was released in May 2009. Described by NME.com as "astonishing and totally captivating" she is earmarked for great things. This show at the Union Chapel is in aid of the Anthony Nolan Trust who strive to take back lives from leukemia. Tickets £8.50

Samaritans - Banana Cabaret - 24 January 2010

Over the last twenty five years Banana Cabaret has been host to most of the biggest names in British Comedy and to mark this anniversary they are inviting some of their favourite acts to do a benefit gig on behalf of tte Samaritans at The Bedford in Balham. The show will feature the likes of Milton Jones, Terry Alderton, Adam Bloom, Jeff Innocent, Lucy Porter, John Moloney, Curtis Walker and others. Tickets £15.

Art Saves Lives - Tutu Tango and The Model Wife - 12, 21, 22 January 2010

ART SAVES LIVES Presents TUTU TANGO and THE MODEL WIFE @ The Volupte Lounge.  Two vignettes originally written by Arthur Shnitzler, re-written with a mouthwatering burlesque twist! ART SAVES LIVES is a community interest company dedicated to finding space and a platform for marginalised writers, artists and musicians. Tickets £10 - £15.

Medical Foundation for Care of the Victims of Torture - Swishing Party - 9 January 2010

Over 7.5 billion articles of clothing go into our dustbins every year, with most ending up in landfill. So why not try swishing. Jan 9 is the first International Day of Swishing so celebrate in style with an eco-fabulous ‘Red Carpet Swish’ at London’s Swanky Andaz Hotel and help raise money for the Medical Foundation for the Care of Victims of Torture. Doors open at 3.00 and the first Swish will run from 4.30 until 5.30. A cocktail break will be followed by more Swishing and more cocktails. Bring along at least one, and no more than 10 items (in good condition and with hangers). Designer items will be given 15 points, vintage 10 points and other items 5 points. Swishers can then take away items equivalent to the value of the items they came with. FREE entry.

St Christopher's Hospice - Dame Cicely Saunders Concerts - 7 January 2010

St Christopher's is delighted to announce the new Dame Ciciely Saunders Concert series featuring the talents of internationally renowned professional muscicians from around the world. The series begins with a special launch concert with Robert Cohen and Elizabeth Burley. Thereafter the concerts will take place on the first Thursday of every month betwee 7.30- 9.30 pm at St Christopher's Hospice, Sydenham. Entrance £10.

Camden Calling - Camden Calling Nuttivity - 19 December 2009

The Camden Calling Xmas party at The Torriano is the last CC gig of the year. New DJ D-Mana is on the decks, and merch will be on sale so bring anyone who might be interested. Camden Calling was a runner up in the Lemos and Crane Support Action Net Awards, winning £1000 and recognition for providing outstanding service to vulnerable people.  If you can't make it to the gig you can still support this worthy social enterprise by buying the Camden Calling album Unlocked for £5.

Oxfam - Oxfam Christmas Cracker - 18 December 2009

Big Note present the Oxfam Christmas Cracker at The Comedy Pub, Leicester Square. Bands featured will include Fagan and Payne, Random Act of Blindness and True Beat as well as a few others. Tickets are just £5 on the door and all proceeds go to Oxfam.

Macmillan Cancer Support - Lucky Voice Living Room@Selfridges - 16 December 2009

Lucky Voice and Macmillan Cancer Support have joined forces to bring us all an early Christmas treat as Macmillan ambassador DJ & TV presenter Neil Fox entertains from Lucky Voice’s pop-up singing shop in Selfridges, the Lucky Voice Living Room. This is a FREE event but you can make a donation here if you would like free karaoke or a chance to be serenaded by Foxy himself!

Camden Calling - Smooth Grooves Xmas Party - 15 December 2009

Camden Calling  presents the last Enterprise show of 2009, so join synth three piece THE VILE ELECTRODES for some Electro and Hip-Hop and see out the year in style. Entrance £3. Check out the video from a previous Camden Calling gig at The Cavendish Arms - filmed by Leap Anywhere. If you can't make it to the gig you can still support this worthy social enterprise by buying the Camden Calling album Unlocked for £5.

Amnesty International - AFRI-KOKOA Xmas Fundraiser Party - 13 December 2009

The AFRI-KOKOA Xmas Fundraiser Party at the Big Chill House is raising money for Amnesty International and the Mwanzo Mwema Charity. AFRI-KOKOA continues to push the boundaries of cutting edge African contemporary music & arts with a special headline act of UK legendary dance producer and disco house pioneer DJ Joey Negro (Z Records) playing a unique blend of Afro-House and funky infusions.

Crisis - Annual Carol Service - 12 December 2009

Crisis is the national charity for single homeless people.  The charity recently won a national award for their pioneering work with other homelessness agencies. You can support the vital work of the charity by attending the Crisis Carol Service which will take place in the historic surrounds of Southwark Cathedral.  The singing will be led by the Thames Philharmonic Choir. The service will be followed by mince pies and wine in the Cathedral. Tickets are FREE but please click here to register and secure your place.

Ndoro Children's Charities - Christmas Bazaar - 12 December 2009

Join Ndoro Children's Charities at their Christmas Family Fun Day for a day of fun and laughter, mince pies and mulled wine. The event is at St Luke's Church Hampstead, and there will be stalls, Entertainment, Santa's Grotto, Face Painting, Arts & Crafts, Christmas bargains, raffle prizes and hot food and refreshments along with music and cultural artists, singers, dancers, musicians, spoken word and poetry. Entry £1.50 for adults and £1 for children. 12.00 - 4.00pm.

Camden Calling - CC @ The Cavendish Arms - 12 December 2009

Camden Calling  presents an evening of music at The Cavendish Arms with Wolfkang, Rukas and more... Entrance £3. Check out the video from a previous Camden Calling gig at The Cavendish Arms - filmed by Leap Anywhere. If you can't make it to the gig you can still support this worthy social enterprise by buying the Camden Calling album Unlocked for £5.

The Prostate Cancer Charity - Sing for Noel (and all other men) - 11 December 2009

The Prostate Cancer Charity are holding their first ever carol concert, Sing for Noel (and all other men) at St John's Smith Square. Performing on the night will be the Bath Male Choir, Metro Voices and the Choristers of Reigate. Max Clifford and Eastender Rudloph Walker will be doing seasonal readings. Tickets £12, £20 and £40 for VIP which includes a drinks reception in the crypt (VIP tickets have to purchased from the charity).

Elton John Aids Foundation - Out the Closet - 11 - 20 December 2009

The doors of ‘Out The Closet 2009’ in Covent Garden’s Flower Cellar’s (6-8 Russell Street) are now open and shoppers will have a once-in-a-lifetime chance, to get their hands on an exclusive array of Elton John and David Furnishes’ flamboyant clothing collection. Ranging from £10 to £2,000, the stock will feature labels such as Versace, Dior, Prada, McQueen, D&G and Jean Paul Gaultier.  The shop will be restocked daily until sold out and a clearance sale will take place on any unsold stock on Saturday 19 December. The last ‘Out The Closet’, on Regents Street in 2002, sold approximately 15,000 items and raised £400,000 for the Elton John AIDS Foundation. 

Attitude is Everything - Club Attitude @ the Big Chill Bar - 8 December 2009

The Big Chill Bar plays host to Club Attitude, the regular club night run by Attitude is Everything to showcase the talents of disabled and non-disabled musicians and DJ's. Previous headliners have included The Mystery Jets & Foals. FREE entry.

The Children's Trust - Classical Concert - 7 December 2009

This Christmas why not buy a gift for your friends and family and help The Children's Trust, which provides care, education, therapy and rehabilitation to children with multiple disabilities, complex health needs and acquired brain injury. Tickets for the 'Give a Gift' classical concert at the Coronet, Notting Hill are £40 or £80 (VIP). On the programme for the night will be young and talented composers and musicians including Fabio D’Andrea  and Teodora Ilieva. 

Cancer Research UK - The Mistletoe Ball - 4 December 2009

The Mistletoe Ball began in 1994. The Dorchester, Park Lane is the venue of the 16th Mistletoe Ball in aid of Cancer Research UK. This year's ball, themed on the 'Roaring Twenties', is a great way to begin your Christmas celebrations with glitz and glamour whilst raising funds for a very worthy cause. The night begins with a free flowing Cocktail reception followed by a gala dinner, auction, dancing and entertainments until the early hours. Tickets £120.

Cancer Research UK - Fortnum and Mason's Christmas Party - 3 December 2009

For one night, and for one night only: Fortnum & Mason is opening its doors for an evening of frivolity and festive fun in aid of Cancer Research UK. The whole building, including secret corners, will be transformed into a fantastical space bursting with luxurious treats from rose gin cocktails to an oyster bar. A thoroughly marvellous time will be had by all, with live music, demonstrations, fine food and champagne throughout the store from 7.00 til 10.00. Tickets £150.

International Alert - Benefit concert by Barb Jungr - 1 December 2009

Internationally acclaimed jazz singer, Barb Jungr, "one of the Hottest 100 people of 2009 in Britain” (The Independent), will bring her imaginative and individual repertoire of music and stunning voice to the beautiful All Hallows Church for a sensational and moving concert. She brings her unique vocal vision to some of the greatest songs about conflict and the desire for peace in this one-off charity benefit in aid of International Alert and the Helen Bamber Foundation. Tickets £15. Call 020 7627 6863 or email fundraising@international-alert.org for more details.

British Red Cross - Christmas Market @ Guildhall - 30 November - 1 December 2009

Solve your Christmas gift worries at the British Red Cross Christmas market then relax over lunch or a glass of wine at the spectacular Guildhall. Over 80 stalls will be selling an eclectic mix of merchandise. Preview night official opening on 30 November by the Lady Mayoress. Tickets £20 including champagne and canapes (5.30 -9.00 pm). Public day admission £5 on the door including free glass of wine. Contact Kate Crandon on 020 7382 4650 for more details.

Elton John Aids Foundation - Jimmy Choo Project PEP- November 2009

Jimmy Choo and the Elton John AIDS Foundation have launched a new collection to support the Simelela Rape Centre. Help raise awareness for this worthy cause by entering their photo competition. Upload a photo based on the theme 'You, Your Shoes and 72'. You could win the ultimate Jimmy Choo VIP experience. Jimmy Choo will donate 25% of the net sales from Project PEP to the Elton John AIDS Foundation.

War Child - Alison Balsom - 28 November 2009

War Child presents Trumpeter extraordinaire, Classical Brit winner Alison Balsom with Just Jack and Fyfe Dangerfield from the Guillemots (amongst others). This intimate evening, at London's Bloomsbury Ballroom, will see once-in-a-lifetime collaborations and will banish the idea of a traditional classical concert, putting a contemporary twist as pop, rock and classical collide. There will also be an after party hosted by Lauren Laverne in the stunning art deco ballroom bar. Tickets £50.

All We Need is Love - UMKHOSI London - 28 November 2009

All We Need is Love present their annual party night - Umkhosi - at The Lane Bar, Brick Lane (Umkhosi means"celebration" in Zulu). With some fantastic music by DJ CH!CO it’s guaranteed to be an awesome night! All proceeds are going to support the over 5000 AIDs orphans of the Sweet Waters Community in South Africa. Tickets £10 on the door with flyer. Bar open until 3.00 am.

UCLH Cancer Centre - Mexican Comedy Night - 25 November 2009

Tickets for the Big Charity Comedy Night are now on sale in aid of the new UCLH Cancer Centre. The event is being held at the lovely Mestizo's restaurant where taco's are £1 each. Tickets £6.50 (selling fast!).

The Funding Network - Funding Event - 25 November 2009

The Youth Funding Network is a new approach to giving to charity. Instead of asking you to donate to charity, the organisation invites charities to pitch for your money. You can pledge money or volunteer time and with your £10 entry fee you get a £10 to start you off! This event takes place at The Hub in Islington. Come along and hear six-minute presentations from three inspiring social projects that need your support to make the world a better place. Tickets £10.

Prostate Cancer Research Foundation - Jelly Belly gig - 23 November 2009

Charity blues gig at the Troubadour - all proceeds from the door go to support the ‘give a few bob’ campaign for research funded by the Prostate Cancer Research Foundation into a disease, which still kills a man every hour in the UK. Tickets £10.

Friends United Network - Swing on a Star - 22 November 2009

Swing on a Star is a charity cabaret night with stars including Dame Judi Dench, Michale Ball, Anna Friel and Jonathan Pryce at the Bloomsbury Theatre, and is raising funds for Friends United Network. Tickets from £50. Champagne reception from 6.30 pm.

Cancer Research UK - Class Acts - 21 November 2009

Join Class Acts for a fantastic evening's entertainment featuring some of London's most talented and acclaimed performers, including Hils Barker, Linda Harrison, Nyron and Saori...and more! Tickets cost £10 in advance. The event will take place at Queen's College, 43 Harley Street and all profits will go to Cancer Research UK.

WaterAid - More the Merrier - 19 November 2009

More the Merrier - in association with XStream East radio - present Yunioshi , The October Game and more at the Bar Music Hall, Shoreditch. FREE entry, but donations to WaterAid please!

British Red Cross - Christmas Fair - 18 - 19 November 2009

The British Red Cross are holding their annual Christmas Fair at Kensington Town Hall. Kate Adie will open the event officially on Wednesday evening (5.30pm – 9.00pm) and there will be drinks and canapés for everyone. There will be stalls selling clothes, accessories, home ware, gifts for all the family and a selection of delicious food stalls. The fair continues the next day between 10.00am – 4.30pm. Tickets for the Preview Night are £20 and entrance for the fair on Thurs 19 is £5 or £4 in advance.

The Variety Club - The Variety Club Showbiz Awards - 15 November 2009

The Variety Club, the UK's oldest children’s charity for sick, disabled and disadvantaged children and renowned for its strong links with the showbiz world, will be holding its annual star-studded, Showbiz Awards at The Grosvenor House Hotel. This  glittering, red carpet awards ceremony will be graced by an array of international A list celebrities, industry stalwarts and kingpins, as well as personalities from the fields of film, TV, comedy, theatre, pop and classical music. Tickets from £195.

Kids Company - Boe the Comedian - 15 November 2009

Boe the Comedian is doing a show "Did I Say that Out Loud?" at the Shaw Theatre in support, and to fundraise for, Kids Company – a charity aimed at promoting the development of vulnerable inner-city children and young people. Expect intelligent twisted comedy from the self styled 'enemy of the stupid.' The show will be hosted by legendary comic Rudi Lickwood (BECA Outstanding Contribution to Comedy Award Winner). Tickets from £12.50.

Mothers4children - the Really Really Great Garage Sale - 15 November 2009

Selfridges plays host to the Really, Really Great Garage Sale in aid of Mothers4Children, an organisation that supports children's charities from around the world. The sale will take over the first floor of the Selfridges car park with 45 unique stalls. Mothers4Children patrons Lisa B, Louse Redknapp, Trinny Woodall and Yasmin Le Bon have enlisted friends and family from the worlds of fashion, music, sport and entertainment to donate covetable items for sale and to act as stallholders on the day. Stallholders will include Elizabeth Hurley, Jamie Redknapp, David Walliams and Denise Van Outen. Entrance £5 (children free).

Children in Need - DJ Captain Bob in Hove - 13 November 2009

Captain Bob presents an evening of great music at Hove Town Hall, raising money for Children in Need. Featuring XANTHUS + THE CURST SONS + HEELS CATCH FIRE + THE BEN POOLE BAND.

Starfish - An Evening at The Hurlingham Club - 13 November 2009

An Evening with Starfish will be hosted at The Hurlingham Club, a venue with a reputation that needs no introduction.  A drinks reception will be followed by an evening of entertainment, auctions and games, highlighted with gastronomic excellence by Searcy's. Starfish is a charity that supports South African children made vulnerable by AIDS. Tickets from £90.

International Childcare Trust - Comedy Night - 12 November 2009

Fundraising comedy night at Jongleurs Battersea for the International Childcare Trust. Tickets £45, which includes entry fee, entertainment, dinner, half bottle of wine and a charity donation.

Orangutan Foundation - Orange for Orangutan Day -12 November 2009

Thursday 12 November is Orange for Orangutan Day© and  everyone at the Organgutan Foundation office will be donning orange and going to the pub for their charity quiz. The quiz is at the Hobgoblin pub in Marylebone from 7.30pm. Tickets are priced at £75 for a team of six or £15 for an individual. A tasty Thai finger buffet is included in the price and there will be prizes for the winning team and for the best dressed orange person!

Elton John Aids Foundation - Character and Cocktails - 12, 13 November 2009

The private members club, The Hospital Club, opens its doors to the riff raff to raise money for the Elton John Aids Foundation in conjunction with Grey Goose Vodka for their annual Character and Cocktails event. Patrick Cox’s fabulous flashing ‘Disco Bar’ will serve up ‘Disco Inferno’ cocktails garnished with real gold flakes. The latest addition to Grey Goose’s celebrity stock is Roland Mouret, who has created the extraordinarily structured ‘Origami Bar’ serving appropriately Japanese influenced green tea cocktails. FREE admission, cocktails £7.00 and all proceeds go to the Elton John Aids Foundation. 

Headway East London - You Gotta Laugh - 11 November 2009

This event at The Water Poet promises to be a musical night of comedy in aid of Headway East London, a small charity based in Hackney supporting people with an acquired brain injury. The night will feature comedians Silky, The Silky Pair, Duncan Oakley and Jo Ogden. Limited number of tickets available. Tickets cost £10 and must be brought in advance from info@headwayeastlondon.org.

Attitude is Everything - PigPen presents Electricity in our Homes - 9 November 2009

Attitude is Everything and PigPen present  a music, performance and poetry night at The Macbeth, Hoxton run by friends Ben and Gabriel. Ben's 28 and PA to Gabriel, 21. Gabriel is on the autism spectrum and non-verbal, he communicates with a Yes/No button communication device. Gabriel chooses the acts he likes from the internet using his Yes/No com device. Ben's an artist, Gabriel an autist! £5 entry on the door.

International Alert - Are you taking the Peace - 9 November 2009

A fantastic night of laughter with a top comedy line up in Are You Taking The Peace?, an evening in aid of International Alert. The Comedy Store will be host to a top line up of TV and radio comedians including Stephen Merchant, Alistair Barrie, Adam Hills and Stewart Francis. Tickets £18. The last two comedy nights have sold out quickly so get yours today. Donations from ticket sales will go towards peacebuilding work across the world. Enjoy some of the UK’s best comedians and help build peace.

Well Child - To Speak or Not to Speak? - 8 November 2009

Terrified of speaking in front of groups? Keen to improve your public speaking skills to advance your career? If the answer to either of these questions is yes, then sign up for a unique opportunity to face your fears and hone your skills at the BFI on 8 November between 10.00 and 14.00. And there are prizes to be won! Registration deadline 6 November. All proceeds from the event go the UK's national sick children's charity Wellchild. Tickets £15.

Breast Cancer Campaign - Pink Ribbon Gala Concert - 8 November 2009

The Pink Ribbon Gala Concert is an evening in aid of Breast Cancer Campaign presented by Simon Bates (Classic FM) with the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra. With special guest stars George Layton, Cherie Lunghi, Timothy West and Prunella Scales. The music includes the translucent beauty of Borodin’s sweet Nocturne (familiar in itself and also as part of the musical, Kismet), the time-honoured serenity of Bach, and the rhythmic fun and frolics of Britten and Holst. Tickets from £10.

The Orangutan Foundation - Organutan Activity Day - 8 November 2009

To find out more about orangutans at Orangutan Activity Day at the National Geographic Store in London. Top conservationist, Ian Redmond OBE, will be dropping by to talk about orangutans, plus there’ll be face painting, model making, and the chance to meet Children’s Laureate, Anthony Browne, too.  From 12pm FREE entry.

Camden Calling - Birthday Party and album launch - 7 November 2009

The eagerly anticipated Camden Calling album will finally be released on SATURDAY 7 NOVEMBER at The Camden Head.  Its title will be UNLOCKED and it will be the first ever CC compilation release. All Camden Calling events are in part planned, produced, promoted and include performance from homeless & vulnerable people.  Check out the video from Camden Calling gig at The Cavendish Arms - filmed by Leap Anywhere.

War Child - Camden Crawl launch gig - 4 November 2009

The Camden Crawl festival will be hosting a very special launch gig on Wednesday 4 November at The Blues Kitchen. The fundraising event, will include live performances from a variety of Camden rooted artists who have performed in previous years at the Crawl, including Kitty, Daisy & Lewis, The Holloways, Ou Est Le Swimming Pool, Bleech, Man Like Me, MPHO, New Rhodes, Beans on Toast and surprise special guests. DJ sets will come from Lewis Rainsbury, Sean McLusky (1234) and Ed (ex-The Darkness). Entrance £8 on the door and all proceeds to War Child. 

CARE - Concert for Care - 2 November 2009

Music stars and comedians put their weight behind the fight towards global poverty in aid of CARE. A stellar line up including Gary Barlow, Dara O'Briain, Damien Rice and David Walliams come to O2 Academy Brixton. Tickets available as from 9.00 am on 18 September.

Caron Keating Foundation - Women of Rock - 1 November 2009

Pinktober 09 presents Women of Rock in support of the Caron Keating Foundation at the Royal Albert Hall with Joss Stone, MelanieC, Escala, Banarama, Bonnie Tyler and more... Tickets from £40.

Sea Shepherd Conservation Society - Halloween fundraiser - 31 October 2009

HMS Belfast plays host to a Halloween fundraiser for the Sea Shepherd Conservation Society. Guests will have the opportunity to meet the charity's founder Paul Watson, (also founding member of Greenpeace) as well as stars of the hit Animal Planet TV series "Whale Wars". Live bands include Koozie Johns and the Sinnerstar Collective and Smiths tribute band The Smythes. Also on the night will be a screening of Pirate for the Sea, a movie about the life of Paul Watson.  Pirate dress is encouraged and a veggie / vegan buffet is included in the ticket price. Tickets £75 from ukevents@seashepherd.org.

MAD4Africa - Halloween Fundraiser - 31 October 2009

Simmering in a Halloween cauldron, the charity MAD4Africa is mixing an evening of fun with Halloween fancy dress, DJs, great raffle prizes (including tickets for the O2) and an auction. The event is being held at the Slug and Lettuce, Islington and all proceeds will all go to help fund the building of a youth centre, situated in a very remote Rwanda community. Tickets are £8, which includes entry into a raffle to win tickets to any show of your choice at the O2.

International Childcare Trust - Halloween Party - 30 October 2009

Halloween Party at the exclusive venue 24 London in aid of the International Childcare Trust. The spooky, the ghostly and the corpselike from the supernatural world of TV, Music, Media, Fashion, Art, Sports, Entertainment, Corporate and so much more will join together to pay homage and help raise much needed awareness for the charity. Entry £10 donation at the door.

The Children's Trust - Fashion Rocks - 29 October 2009

My New Best Friends presents Fashion Rocks at The Bloomsbury Hotel, with Paris Hilton's British Best Friend, Samuel Hextall, and featuring a catwalk show, canapes served by The Pink Butlers, Music acts, Trade Stalls and a Burlesque Show. Tickets £20 with the proceeds going to The Children's Trust.

MS Society - Book launch at DKNY - 29 October 2009

The MS Society invite you to a very special evening celebrating the book launch of "Awkward Bitch" at DKNY 27 Old Bond Street from 6.00 - 8.00 pm. Enjoy 10% discount on purchases, champagne and canapes. 10% of the evenings proceeds will go to the MS Society. RSVP to bspreadborough@mssociety.org.uk.  as places are strictly limited.

Mencap - The Dia de Los Meurtos Ball - 28 October 2009

Where can you find Mexican Burlesque, travelling performance gypsies and Forture Telling Frida? The Dia de los Meurtos Ball at Proud Camden of course! Maxi Jazz and Sister Bliss from Faithless will be joined by Mr C, Russ Cuban, Rory Phillips, Daisy Heartbreaker and a traditional live Mexican mariachi band at this fancy dress ball celebrating the Mexican festival the Day of the Dead. All proceeds go to Mencap. Tickets £10 (plus booking fee).

Oxfam - Oxjam Festival ; South London Takeover - 25 October 2009

The South London Takeover is an Oxjam Music Festival in Brixton covering various venues raising money for the Oxfam climate change campaign Here and Now. Oxjam Brixton’s lineup is an impressive range of major headline acts, up and coming bands and DJ's. It will be a multi-venue event at 5 venues within the area showcasing dance, unplugged, up and coming artists, roots, world music and more. Tickets £12.50.

PRS Members Fund - Helping the Heart of Music - 25 October 2009

To celebrate its 75th Anniversary and its unique history, the PRS for Music Members Benevolent Fund is proud to present a very special fund-raising concert at the Royal Albert Hall - Helping the Heart of Music. Backed by Bill Wyman’s Rhythm Kings throughout the show, artists will include Jan Akkerman, Melanie C, Paul Carrack, Kiki Dee, Chris Difford, Georgie Fame, Robin Gibb, Mark King and Mike Lindup (Level 42), Martin Taylor, Bill Wyman, Mick Hucknall and some Very Special Guests. Tickets from £39.

Bowel Cancer UK - Frock Swap - 25 October 2009

Frock Swap in aid of Bowel Cancer UK at the Lodge Club and Institute, Dulwich, viewing from 4.00, event opens at 6.00. Bring along your unwanted good quality clothing and swap them for something "new". £5 donation secures entry.

London's Air Ambulance - Gala Ball - 24 October 2009

The London Air Amublance Gala Ball will be held this year at the prestigious Landmark London Hotel, Marylebone. The evening will commence with a champagne reception, followed by a three course meal with wine, live music and dancing. There will also be a charity auction offering you the chance to bid on fabulous money-can't-buy opportunities. Tickets £125. More information from 020 7943 1302.

Witness Service in London - Classical Concert - 22 October 2009

The Rivlin Piano Trio perform at the 20th Anniversary Fundraising concert for The Witness Service in London which offers practical and emotional support to victims and witnesses attending court. The Witness Service is run by Victim Support, the national charity which helps victims of crime. Tickets from £20.

WaterAid - Alaska in Winter - 20 October 2009

The More the Merrier presents Alaska in Winter at The Macbeth, 70 Hoxton St. In the first date of his current UK tour, electronic wunderkind Alaska In Winter (Regular Beat Records) plays the first ever The More the Merrier Presents… to raise money for the international development charity, WaterAid. In support will be cinematic, dreampop band Autorotation, plus DJs The Rest is Noise and ElectroJoe. Entry £6 in advance or £7 on the door.  All proceeds go to WaterAid.

Safe Haven Children's Trust - Space Invaders Launch Party - 20 October 2009

To celebrate the launch of Safe Haven Children's Trust the charity is having a huge party and fundraiser at 333 in Shoreditch. There'll be three floors of live music and djs plus Space Invaders themed fancy dress, with fancy dress stalls, face painting and other party treats! The Safe Haven Children's Trust was founded, to help make a difference to the orphaned and abandoned children of Cambodia. Tickets £8.

Oxjam - Cool to be Kind @ The Matter - 16 October 2009

This year, before the festival season ends Cool To Be Kind brings you one last chance to test your endurance with a mammoth festival season closing party with Dan Le Sac vs Scroobius Pip, MYLO, Kissy Sell Out, Dan Black, MPHO and Addictive TV.  Europe’s renowned and most technologically advanced venue, Matter, will be transformed into a festival wonderland as C2BK hosts an unmissable Oxjam Festival flagship event, where music meets fashion meets charity all under one roof. Tickets £15 with all profits going to Oxfam.

Various Charities - Lake of Stars Malawi - 15 - 18 October 2009

Lake of Stars is an award winning three day music festival that takes place in the warm heart of Africa on the palm fringed shores of the continent’s third largest lake: Lake Malawi. The event promotes Malawian music and tourism, raises funds for charity and provides travellers and Malawians alike with the opportunity to enjoy incredible live music in an exotic and beautiful location.The Maccabees are joined by hip hop supremo SWAY, Joe Hot Chip teams up with Ross Allen, and Radioclit present The Very Best.

Seaview 2010 - African art exhibition and pop up restaurant - 12 - 15 October 2009

This unique free exhibition and art sale at Blackall Studios shoreditch brings you a variety of work including a rare collection of first generation African Stone Sculpture from Zimbabwe, photography, oil on canvass, hand-crafted furniture and more. The 4 day event will also feature a pop-up restaurant offering fresh and seasonal great value food - dishes such as lobster, wild mushroom taglitelle with truffle oil and venison all at £11 per main course or £20.10 for three courses. The event is raising money for Seaview 2010 - a charity building a sports and community centre in South Africa.

Well Child - Culture Gauntlet - 10 October 2009

If you enjoy quizzes or discovering new things, then you will love this event! Join in a truly unique opportunity to be whizzed around the (virtual) world to experience a variety of traditions, cultures and customs through a series of fun and interactive activities with the Culture Gauntlet at The Larder. Your £15 ticket also enters you into a raffle of up to 40 bumper prizes each worth between £10–£85! Proceeds from the event go the charity Wellchild. Sign up before 31 August for the chance to win a £15 voucher for Wagamama. Last day to sign up for the event is 25 September.

WaterAid - More the Merrier 1st Birthday - 10 October 2009

Celebrating a year at Bar Music Hall with a Saturday night special, More the Merrier - in association with XStream East radio - lives up to its name with 20 piece all-female choir GAGGLE getting the party started! We also have the excellent MUCHUU & VICTORIA AND JACOB playing live, a very special guest DJ and the residents playing their mix of electro, party-funk and post-punk disco fun. Plus it’s all for a good cause so come on down……. the more the merrier! Entry: Free, but donations to WaterAid please!

UCLH Cancer Centre - charity gig night @ 52 Club - 2 October 2009

Charity gig at 52 Club 52 Gower Street, raising money towards a new £100 million Cancer Centre. Featuring the very fabulous Moon Jets, Melody, Project Silver and The Wheels. Tickets £12.50.

Jail Guitar Doors - Raindance Festival - 1 October 2009

Jail Guitar Doors is a project set up by Billy Bragg to provide musical instruments to inmates to help rehabilitation. The story of this charity is now the subject of an inspiring documentary by Alan Miles and the world premier takes place at the Proud Gallery, Camden, followed by live performance by some of the artists who have supported the charity including Chris Shifflet (Foo Fighters), Get Cape Wear Cape and Mick Jones. Tickets £15.

Breakthrough Breast Cancer - Inspiration Awards for Women - 1 October 2009

The Inspiration Awards for Women in association with Breakthrough Breast Cancer at Cadogan Hall is a celebration of women from diverse backgrounds who have inspired a nation. The evening will be glamorous, fun and inspirational. Awards will be presented to the UK’s most inspirational, aspirational and stylish women. Tickets from £49.

Various Charities - Run to the Beat - 27 September

Run to the Beat is an annual event starting and finishing at The O2 in Greenwich. This half marathon is no ordinary event as it provides an exciting interactive challenge for fitness enthusiasts by combining music with sport. Research shows that selecting the right tunes could improve individual performance by an amazing 20%.  Entry is £30 and the money raised will go to various charities. More details from the Run to the Beat website.

Starlight Children's Foundation - Art for Starlight - 26 September 2009

Maggie & Rose Art for Starlight is a unique new children's project designed to bring together well known and up and coming artists to inspire, teach and stimulate the young artists of tomorrow. During the summer, art workshops for children will be held to create works of art to be sold at a private view for families at the Saatchi Gallery. In the evening there will be a special auction with lots including a rocking horse designed by Vivienne Westwood and a specially designed Starlight Porsche! Tickets for the evening event are £125.

Training for Life - Legs 11 (posh bingo) - 24 September 2009

Training for Life is a charity that helps the long term unemployed back into the work force. Help raise money for this important cause by coming along to their Posh Bingo event at the Hilton in Kensington. Tickets are £38 and include supper and a glass of bubbly as well as two game cards giving you the chance to win superb prizes. More details from sandy@gigs4charity.org.

V-Day - Funny Women Awards - 21 September 2009

The annual final of the  Funny Women Awards in aid of V-Day: Until the Violence Stops, takes place at the Comedy Store and is hosted by impressionist and comic, Jan Ravens. Tickets £15.

Various Children's Charities - Yellow Umbrella Day - 20 September 2009

Yellow Umbrella Day is Chiswick’s largest annual charity event and now in its 7th year. This year it will be raising money for 3 children's charities; The Log Cabin, The Shooting Star Children's Hospice and The Kid's Cookery School. Events on the day include live performances from So Blondie, Madhen and The Hanging Baskets, Pony Rides, Art and Crafts Market, Fairground Activities, Balloon Modellling, Face Painters and Giant Games. There will also be a sponsored 5KM walk and a 10KM run that start and finish at Chiswick Park. FREE entrance.

British Red Cross - Call my bluff with Wine - 18 September 2009

Help raise money for the British Red Cross with a unique wine tasting evening. The event takes the style of the game show ‘Call My Bluff’: three panellists will deliver a different description of each wine as it is being tasted. At the end of every round your table will vote for the panellist you think is truthfully describing the wine. After challenging your palate to recognise seven different wines, accompanied by an abundance of British Cheeses and a delicious selection of breads and fruit, the winning table will be awarded a prize. Tickets £45.

Camden Calling - CC at The Enterprise -15 September 2009

Camden Calling present The Standards, The Hopeless Sons and Chris Valentine at The Enterprise, Haverstock Hill. All Camden Calling events are in part planned, produced, promoted and include performance from homeless & vulnerable people. Entrance £3. Check out the video from last month's Camden Calling gig at The Cavendish Arms - filmed by Leap Anywhere.

Crisis - Skylight Acoustic Sundays - 13 September 2009

BrazenBunch present a new and exciting series of acoustic performances with some of London’s most exciting and innovative performers, ie Imaani. The events will raise awareness of the work of Crisis and involve and assist those who have experienced homelessness. Running every Sunday from: 9, 16, 23 August and 6, 13 September 2009 at the Skylight cafe. FREE entrance.

Nordoff Robbins - Rockwell - 11 September 2009

O2 and Nordoff-Robbins Music Therapy charity are proud to announce Rockwell - a one off concert, featuring Razorlight, Tom Jones, Robert Plant, Joss Stone, Ronan Keating, Gaz Coombs & Danny Goffey (performing as Hot Rats), Gabriella Cilmi, Beverley Knight, Lulu, Dan Gillespie Sells (The Feeling) and David Gray. Tickets from £50. But why not try to win a FREE ticket from Leap Anywhere. Join Leap between now and 2 September, and you may win 1 of 6 tickets. And for every new sign up, 10p is donated to charity.   

Music Therapy Charity - John Martyn Tribute - 10 September 2009

A night of tribute to one of the world’s most loved songwriters; John Martyn OBE who died earlier this year. To celebrate a music career that spanned a good few decades, not to mention genres, a collection of today’s top London based songwriters & artists will be performing interpretations of their favourite John Martyn songs on the eve of his birthday at The Bedford. The line up includes Jamie Woon, Blue Rose Code, Sam Lewis, Rob Li, Gary Poole, Ben Huws, Francesca Guarino and Kate Westall. Proceeds from the event will go to The Music Therapy Charity and Spires. Tickets £5. More details from Kate or Bec on 07739833810 or 07958055325.

The Big Issue - Reverend and the Makers - 10 September 2009

The Big Issue has spent 18 years at the cutting edge of street culture and social justice, becoming a publishing phenomenon and changing the lives of thousands of homeless people. And to mark their coming of age one of the most popular word-of-mouth acts of recent times, Reverend And The Makers, will be hitting The Big Night stage at Cargo. Tickets £12.

Nelson Mandela's Children Fund (UK) - Swish Party - 9 September 2009

The Nelson Mandela's Children Fund (UK) presents a Clothes Swap swishing party at Henry's in the City. Aside from the frock exchanges, once again the NMCF UK Swish Party will have designers showcasing their newest fashionable designs, fashion and beauty advice and make overs, as well as some special surprises throughout the evening. Tickets £10.

NSPCC - The Great British Duck Race - 6 September 2009

The 3rd Great British Duck Race starts at Molesey Lock, near Hampton Court Palace and this year the organisers aim to attempt a world record of 175,000. The winner of the race wins £10,000 (30 winner up prizes). Buy your duck NOW for only £2 and you might win something in the monthly prize draw.

Crisis - Skylight Acoustic Sundays - 6 September 2009

BrazenBunch present a new and exciting series of acoustic performances with some of London’s most exciting and innovative performers, including Marcina Arnold. The events will raise awareness of the work of Crisis and involve and assist those who have experienced homelessness. Running every Sunday from: 9, 16, 23 August and 6, 13 September 2009 at the Skylight cafe. FREE entrance.

Holborn Community Association - Outdoor film: Amelie - 27 August 2009

Ben Pentreath Ltd and Pyjama Pictures present an outdoor cinema evening with a showing of Amelie at Rugby Street, Bloomsbury. Bring seating and picnic. FREE admission with a collection in aid of the Christopher Hatton Primary School and Holborn Community Association.

Crisis - Skylight Acoustic Sundays - 23 August 2009

BrazenBunch present a new and exciting series of acoustic performances with some of London’s most exciting and innovative performers, ie ABDUL SHYLLON, M’ESHA BRYAN & ROB HUGHES, NIC BENNETT, PASQUAL NOCERA. The events will raise awareness of the work of Crisis and involve and assist those who have experienced homelessness. Running every Sunday from: 9, 16, 23 August and 6, 13 September 2009 at the Skylight cafe. FREE entrance.

Camden Calling - Artival @ The Queen of Hoxton - 22 August 2009

Camden Calling  has been asked to join friends @ Single Homeless Project at this year's summer Artival at the Queen of Hoxton. The event is a celebration of various arts including music, poetry, and comedy; and helps promote social inclusion and prevent homelessness across London. Camden Calling is proud to have two acts performing, and there are plenty more on display.  To get in absolutely free, download the flyer, hand it in at the door, and get all of this for FREE...12.00 - 7.00 pm

Crisis - Skylight acoustic Sundays - 16 August 2009

BrazenBunch present a new and exciting series of acoustic performances with some of London’s most exciting and innovative performers, ie ABDUL SHYLLON, M’ESHA BRYAN & ROB HUGHES, NIC BENNETT, PASQUAL NOCERA. The events will raise awareness of the work of Crisis and involve and assist those who have experienced homelessness. Running every Sunday from: 9, 16, 23 August and 6, 13 September 2009 at the Skylight cafe. FREE entrance.

Kiva - Go Game Treasure Hunt - 15 August 2009

Kiva present Go Game for Good - a high-tech interactive treasure hunt played on mobile phones, complete with digital cameras, secret missions, and actors. The game benefits the nonprofit micro-lending website Kiva which allows people to make small loans around the world to entrepreneurs such as a baker in Afghanistan or a goat herder in Uganda. The game takes place at a secret Location in London, details available after registration. Fee £15 with all profits to go to Kiva.

VSO - Very Special Occasion - 14 August 2009

Help raise money for VSO with a special fundraising event at The Bar, The Institute of Education, 25 Woburn Square, WC1H OAA, with quality live music, home made cakes, silent quiz, student bar prices and much more. Line up includes Neon Highwire, Golden Hedd, Leaves On Fire and Chopgun Harry. Suggested entry fee £6.

Macmillan - Brick Lane Takeover - 13 August 2009

Macmillan Cancer Support will be taking over Brick Lane in East London on Thursday 13 August where its first ever large scale music event – Macmillan’s Brick Lane Takeover – will welcome 2000 music lovers from 12 noon with Frank Turner and The Chapman Family already confirmed to perform at the event and with more great names to be announced. Tickets £20.

Crisis - skylight acoustic Sundays - 9 August 2009

BrazenBunch present a new and exciting series of acoustic performances with some of London’s most exciting and innovative performers, ie ABDUL SHYLLON, M’ESHA BRYAN & ROB HUGHES, NIC BENNETT, PASQUAL NOCERA. The events will raise awareness of the work of Crisis and involve and assist those who have experienced homelessness. Running every Sunday from: 9, 16, 23 August and 6, 13 September 2009 at the Skylight cafe. FREE entrance.

Camden Calling - Camden Calling at The Cavendish Arms - 9 August 2009

Camden Calling  presents an evening of music at The Cavendish Arms. Headliners FUCK OFF SNEEZY - a band formed for this gig and led by STEVE WHITE - will be cheeky, irreverent, and opinionated about the state of our world today. Steve is a singing fireman from East London and he will be joined by our good friends THE SNEEZY T s!  £3 on the door 7.30 pm.

Manna Community Project - London's Alright - 2 August 2009

London’s Alright’, the annual charity gig, will invade London’s Roadhouse in Covent Garden once again for a night of outstanding music. The gig, in aid of the Kajiado Children’s Home in Kenya is to raise awareness and money towards the Manna Community Project and will be used to develop a much needed healthcare centre in the region. Last years gig was a huge success, with a crowd of 300 people strong and an astonishing £2,000 was raised within the space of 6 hours. For this year's gig confirmed artists include Nadeem Leigh, T4's Orange Unsigned finalist Toby Sebastian and McGoozer with more to be announced. Tickets £5.

London's Air Ambulance - Summer Garden Party - 30 July 2009

London's Air Ambulance, the charity operating the emergency medical helicopter in London, invites you to its summer garden party at the gorgeous Ginkgo Gardens in Hammersmith. This fun, glamorous fundraising event will include unlimited canapés and fine wine, as well as the chance to bid on some outstanding items in the charity auction run by Ed 'Stewpot' Stewart. All proceeds go towards ensuring that the charity can continue to bring vital care to victims of major trauma within the M25. Tickets £75. For more information contact anita.brien@bartsandthelondon.nhs.uk.

Practical Action - Farmfestival 2009 - 24 - 25 July

Farmfestival -  a mix of 40+ hours of brilliant, live entertainment on several stages over two days, brilliant organic food, local beers and ciders, all at low prices. In short, a bloody good party. Top regional, local and emerging bands from across the UK & DJs. The music includes: rock, funk, electro, folk, blues, soul, rock n roll, reggae, dub and everything in between. Top bands have included Babyhead, Six Nation State, Friendly Fires, and many of the UK’s most exciting bands. Farmfestival is totally non-corporate (and will always be so), run by a crack team of downright amateurs. Proceeds go to Practical Action.

Nelson Mandela's Children Fund (UK) - Annual Gala Dinner - 23 July 2009

Taking place in the historic Long Room at Lords Cricket Ground the Nelson Mandela's Children Fund (UK) Annual Dinner is a celebration of the work of the charity and an opportunity to celebrate Mr Mandela's continuing concern for the welfare and development of children and young people during his 91st birthday week. Tickets cost £160.

International Alert - Speed dating for Peace - 23 July 2009

Back by popular demand, International Alert is holding another of its popular speed dating nights, this time at the Jewel Bar, Covent Garden for people aged 23-35. Tickets cost £20 in advance from fundraising@international-alert.org. Special offer - Boys, bring 2 male friends with you, and they’ll give you free paintballing tickets for you and 7 friends!

Seaview 2010 - Wine Tasting with African Music - 18 July 2009

The Seaview 2010 Community Soccer Project is a new charity formed to raise money to build a sports field in the Seaview region of South Africa. Help "kick-start" the fundraising by attending their Wine Tasting event at St Luke's in Kew. As well as entertaining your taste buds there will be a traditional Xhosa performance and handmade African arts and crafts on sale. Tickets for wine tasting and buffet £35 (non-drinkers £9). The party continues until 1.00 am at the Paradise Wine Bar. More information from seaview2010@live.com. STOP PRESS - quote "gigs4charity" and save £10 on an advance ticket (ie £25). Special offer not available on the night.

War Child - Army of You - 15 July 2009

Army Of You at The Tabernacle is War Child's annual showcase for the most exciting new artists and DJ's around - The Noisettes, Friendly Fires, Hot Chip and The Rumble Strips have all starred in past years. It is just one way WAR CHILD uses music to campaign in the UK, the likes of The Petshop Boys, U2, Feeder, Keane and most recently The Killers and Coldplay have headlined WAR CHILD events. Tickets £8.

Camden Calling - Camden Calling @ The Good Ship - 12 July 2009

Camden Calling @ The Good Ship - Acoustic Anarchy - an afternoon of acoustic music from all corners of the spectrum /Hip Hop/Jazz /Punk/Folk/Psychadelic/Rock/World & Pop from a range of performers including homeless people that have planned promoted and produced the afternoons festivities.   £3 on the door 2.00 pm - 6.00.

Rock against Cancer - 100 Club - 12 July 2009

Rock Against Cancer uses music of all kinds to help with the treatment of cancer in young patients. They do fantastic and innovative work - so if you want to support them get down to the 100 Club for their gig on the 12th of July! Tickets £8 or £10 on the door.

Burlesque Women's Institute - Save Burlesque Fundraiser - 12 July 2009

The Burlesque Women's Institute invites you to join in with their Save Burlesque campaign fundraiser on Sunday 12th July at Proud Camden.  "You are warned that this show may contain heavy amounts of humour, mockery, irony and suggestive remarks. Although, Camden Council will be able to sleep safely knowing that not one of their regulations will be broken and you can rest assured that whilst we have made all effort to remove any references of a sexual nature, any attempt at striptease will be heavily censored by the Burlesque Womens Institute Censorship Team". Tickets £6 in advance and £8 on the door.

Friends United Network - Clothes Swap - 11 July 2009

Friends United Network (FUN) present a clothes swap at The Royal School in Hampstead. FUN recently received the Queen's Award for Voluntary Service for their pioneering befriending scheme for children in London. Entry to the clothes swap is £6 on the door or £5 in advance by calling 0207 4850900. The event starts at 12.30.

The Hunger Project - Fun Under the Sun - 11 July 2009

Fun Under The Sun is a charity fundraising day raising money for The Hunger Project, a charity committed to help end hunger and poverty in Africa. There will be fun family activities for all ages, including a bouncy castle, 9-hole crazy golf, bouncy boxing, archery, face-painting, drumming classes, coconut shy and classic car rides. There will be a BBQ to keep hungry children at bay and a bar for all weary parents! There will also be bric-a-brac and second-hand book stalls so go along and grab yourself a bargain between 10.30- 16.30 at the Chiswick Business Park. 

Camden Calling - Camden Calling @ The Torriano - 11 July 2009

Camden Calling @ The Torriano - an evening of Hip Hop/Audio Visual Electro & House Music brought to you exclusively by homeless and vulnerable people.  £3 on the door.

Lake of Stars - Press Launch at Rich Mix - 9 July 2009

Launch party for Vinspired Lake of Stars Festival in Malawi at Rich Mix. with TAYO, DEKKER & JOHAN PLUS LIVE MUSIC.

Attitude is Everything - Rock the Boat - 8 July 2009

Mencap presents Rock the Boat at Proud Camden, a new monthly club night kicking off with live music from Heavy Load, a DJ set by Tim Westwood, and Mencap's celebrity ambassador Matt Horne. Rock the Boat provides the opportunity for people with a learning disability to be involved in running the night - Proud has been mentoring those involved & integrated them into all aspects of the evening. From the door girl, coat check, DJ's, Bands, the sound engineer, to the design of the poster and flyers. Tickets £5.

CRY - Cazfest Music Festival - 5 July 2009

Cazfest is an all day summer music event to be held in Bishops Stortford, Hertfordshire, with Billy Lunn (lead singer of The Subways), Sway, Young Fathers, Big Linda and many others, alongside a wide range of other entertainment, all in memory of Caroline Johnstone. All proceeds from the event will go to Cardiac Risk in the Young (CRY). Tickets cost £12.

St Mungo's - Summer Fete and Bridge Walk - 5 July 2009

Take part in the St Mungo's five mile Bridge Walk - from Mint Street Park in Southwark to St Giles in the Fields Church near Shaftesbury Avenue, where they will be celebrating their 40th birthday by holding a a Summer Fete. 40 years ago St Mungo's was set up by committed individuals who pushed a pram around London Streets delivering soup for rough sleepers but now they are the UK's leading charity helping homeless people.

Pratham UK - Pratham Indian Summer Party - 28 June 2009

Pratham UK present their Indian Summer Party. Amongst the enchanting splendour of the Chelsea Conservatory they will be creating an exotic evening of entertainment, including mouth-watering delicacies of Indian fusion cuisine prepared by renowned caterers. Pratham has successfully educated over 21 million children in India through its 'Read India' campaign, but another 80 million still need to be reached if their target of 100 million children by 2010 is to be reached. Tickets £150.

Cancer Research UK - Swap my frock - 27 June 2009

Swap My Frock at The Valmont Club in Chelsea is an event raising money for Cancer Research UK which allows you bring in items of clothes which you used to love and swap them for newly found treasures that other fashionistas have brought to the event. The idea is that the more items you bring, the more ‘frock money’ you will have to spend. Imagine bagging a new outfit for a holiday, or a head turning dress for that special night out? Tickets £10.

Kenya Link and Oxjam - Songs on a Midsummer's Evening - 27 June 2009

Unplugged Live presents Songs on a Midsummer's Evening at St Pauls, Dorking with a selection of beautiful original songs and covers performed by a group of young musicians including students from the Academy of Contemporary Music, Trinity College Of Music and The Guildhall College of Music. With Dan Bryer and others. Tickets £5. Proceeds to go to Kenya Link and Oxjam.

Medical Foundation for Victims of Torture - 20 Years of Travelling, 40 Years of Jokes - 26 June 2009

It's hard to catch Michael live, and even harder to meet him in person but The Medical Foundation for the Care of Victims of Torture have got hold of the holy grail! 20 Years of Travel, 40 Years of Jokes - A night with Michael Palin combines the best bits of his many adventures with his life as part of Monty Python. Catch the event at Indig02 in Greenwich. Tickets from £13.

Prostrate Cancer Research - JCC Comedy with a Cause - 22 June 2009

JCC presents 'Comedy with a Cause' at the Comedy Store in aid of The Prostate Cancer Research Foundation,  featuring established and emerging talent from the comedy scene. Guests include Comedy Store regulars and award winning comedians Josh Howie and Matt Kirshen, the only Welsh / Jewish comic on the circuit, Bennett Arron; Jewish Comic of the Year Joe Borr; BBC TV’s David Schneider; writer Ivor Baddiel; Canadian comedian and writer Judy Batalion and Britain’s Best Mates, Phil and Phil. Tickets £12.

Invisible Children - Discover the Unseen - 22 June 2009

Invisible Children, a charity that raises awareness about abducted child soldiers in Central East Africa, presents Discover the Unseen at The Bridge SeOne - an intimate yet dynamic evening of guest speakers, ground-breaking media and live music - and the chance to be involved in Invisible Children's first film project in Europe. With music from Wanlov the Kubolor, Poetic Pilgrimage, Number 39,  allstationsdown and Jo Dudderidge from the Travelling Band (Glastonbury New Talent winners 2008). Tickets £5 in advance or £7 on the door.

Breast Cancer Campaign - Lexapalooza Festival - 20 June 2009

Annual all day festival, Lexapalooza Festival, raising money for the Breast Cancer Campaign at North London’s newest rock venue The Gaff. Acts include Chris T-T & The Hoodrats - Kill Chaos - Superman Revenge Squad - Ben Marwood - Armed Response Unit - General Bovine & The Justice Force 5 - Jim Lockey - Blind Havoc - Popes of Chillitown - Oxygen Thief - Psychofiend (Misfits Tribute). Tickets from £5.

Tesfa - The London Four Music Festival - 18 - 21 June

L4 is a new festival based in London showcasing great unsigned British talent, taking place over four consecutive nights in North, South, East and West London. The bands include the very talented MoonJets in Camden on Saturday 20 June - see them now before they're famous. Other bands include My Drug Hell (Thurs), Sleepscape (Fri), and Clones (Sun).  All proceeds from the festsival go the Tesfa Foundation, which provides early childhood education to disadvantaged children in Ethiopia. Entry £5.

Crisis - Zane Low, Pendulum and Chase & Status - 17 June 2009

Crisis Hidden Gigs is a series of music gigs, hosted by Crisis, the national charity for single homeless people. The gigs take place in central London throughout May and June 2009.  The venues will remain ‘hidden’ until 24 hours before the gig, when a text or email will be sent to the ticket holders. Zane Lowe, Pendulum and Chase & Status are all playing DJ sets on 17 June. They will also be supported by a live performance from top newcomers The Bays Tickets £27.75.

Camden Calling - CC @The Enterprise - 16 June 2009

Camden Calling is a new social enterprise set up with the aim of helping vulnerable and homeless people access the arts and the music scene. All Camden Calling events are in part planned, produced, promoted and include performance from homeless & vulnerable people.  Camden Calling @ The Enterprise, Chalk Farm, 7pm with The Vile Electrodes, MC Millitants, Dekay, Matt Finucane, Pete, Sarah Louise, Simon Anning. Entry £3.

Medical Foundation for Victims of Torture - Craniosacral tester sessions - 12 June 2009

Viola Sampson will be offering £10 Taster Sessions as part of this year's Craniosacral Therapy Association's National Awareness Week. This is a chance for your friends and family to try craniosacral therapy and find out how it might help them and contribute to the important work of the Medical Foundation for the Victims of Torture at the same time. The sessions will take place between 10.00 and 2.00 at the Heathy Living Centre. Book here.

Music4children - Natty Bo and the Top Cats - 12 June 2009

All the way from Cuba Natty Bo and the Top Cats are gracing the stage of the Tabernacle for a 2 hour set in support of music4children. So if you're into Ska, Rocksteady and Reggae you'd be mad to miss it. Tickets £7.00.

Camden Calling - Camden Calling at The Bridge House II - 11 June 2009

Camden Calling events are in part planned, produced, promoted and include performance from, homeless & vulnerable people. This gig at The Bridge House II features La Rebla Fam + Dekay + Axis of Arseholes + Mada + Wolfkang + Malcolm Kaksois + Pete. Ska, Hip Hop, Punk Rock, Folk & experimental music all for just £3.

Kids Company - Benefit for Kids Company at the Comedy Store - 8 June 2009

Raising money for Kids Company this comedy night at the Comedy Store features hyperactive Adam Bloom as MC and brings you the superb John Moloney, TV impressionist Alistair Mcgowan, Perrier nominee Ed Byrne, the hilarious Milton Jones, if.comedy award winner Brendan Burns, and veteran ground-breaker Arnold Brown. Tickets £20.

Oxfam - Oxfam DIY - from 6 June 2009

Oxfam and Mrs Jones (aka Fee Doran) present Oxfam DIY. Mrs Jones (who has styled The Killers, Kylie, Scissor Sisters and Goldfrapp) and the Oxfam team have been busy reinventing the Camden Oxfam store as the ultimate fashion resource destination for independent style seekers. With its range of eclectic fashion, music, homeware and second-hand books, this inspiring shop will open its doors to the public on Saturday 6 June with a guest performance of the Golden Silvers at 2.00pm. FREE entry. If you can't make it to your local Oxfam store why not try Oxfam online!

Imire Safari Ranch - There's a rhino in my house - 2 June 2009

There are only 500 black rhinos left in the world!  The Imire Safari Ranch, a black rhino breeding station in Zimbabwe, needs to raise funds to pay for guards to stop poachers killing these beautiful animals just for their horns. Animal Planet present the UK Premier of their documentary "There's a rhino in my house" at the UCS Theatre in Hampstead. Auction and free wine and nibbles. Tickets cost £30 of which 100% will go to the charity. More details from 0207 4352216.

Crisis - Starsailor, Bombay Bicycle Club and others - 2 June 2009

Crisis Hidden Gigs is a series of music gigs, hosted by Crisis, the national charity for single homeless people. The gigs take place in central London throughout May and June 2009.  The venues will remain ‘hidden’ until 24 hours before the gig, when a text or email will be sent to the ticket holders. On 2 June Starsailor will perform an exclusive acoustic set alongside Bombay Bicycle Club, the 4-piece modern jazz group Portico Quartet, and singer/songwriter Jeremy Warmsley - the event will be hosted by last.fm.   Tickets £27.75.

Sumatran Orangutan Society - OrangAid - 1 June 2009

Bill Bailey will be on the bill for a performance to raise money for the Sumatran Orangutan Society at the Lyceum Theatre in London. Other confirmed acts are Jason Manford, Nina Conti, a special appearance from Bollo from The Mighty Boosh, with more acts to be confirmed. Tickets from £20.

Childline - Childline Rocks - 1 June 2009

ChildLine Rocks is an annual charity rock concert organised under the auspices of ChildLine 20, an independent committee set up to raise £2,000,000 for ChildLine to celebrate 20 years of ChildLine's existence.This year's line up at the Indigo O2 includes The Pretty Things, Jon Lord (Deep Purple), Glenn Hughes (Deep Purple), Thunder, Uriah Heep, Sons Of Albion, Hot Leg, Steve Balsamo. Tickets £25 seated, £40 standing.

Vital Voices Global - Seven - 1 June 2009

Vital Voices Global presents the London Premier of Seven at the Royal Aeronautical Society. Seven is a groundbreaking piece of theatrical art that tells the stories of seven extraordinary women from around the world - seven women who have overcome insurmountable odds to bring about major changes in their home countries. This evening will move your soul and give you a glimpse into the courage and sacrifice these women have made to improve the roles of women worldwide. Tickets £20.

MGA - Charity Firewalk - 31 May 2009

Ever fancied walking barefoot across a bed of burning coals? Well now's your chance. Raise money for the MGA charity by joining the Billericay Ladies Circle at The Rising Sun @ 6pm, Billericay. Oh yeah, I almost forgot it's for the Ladies and the Men, so guys if you are interested you don't need to wear a dress (unless you want to). More details from Maria Martin on 07779 121 621.

Starlight Children's Foundation - Art for Starlight workshop - 29 May 2009

Take your little darlings to an art workshop with Daisy Villeneuve. All works of art created in this workshop will be framed and then exhibited at the Saatchi Gallery for the Maggie & Rose Art for Starlight event on 26 September when the paintings will be sold to raise money for the Starlight Children's Foundation. Workshops cost £45 per child and the ticket includes entry for one child and one adult at the children's private view and party. Paintings will be sold (for under £100) to raise money to grant wishes for seriously and terminally ill children throughout the UK.

Children of Peace - Stand up for Peace - 23 May 2009

Children of Peace present an evening of fabulous comedy at the Cockpit Theatre. All money raised goes towards schemes that bring Palestinian and Israeli kids together in the hope that they will build positive relationships for future generations. The Line up so far includes Simmon Munnery (surrealist legend), Pippa Evans (IF.comedy award nominee), Paul Foot (BBC New Comedy Award winner) and Josh Howie (raised as a Buddhist, trained as a rabbi, now one of the comedy circuit's most popular stand-ups)Tickets £15.

Right to Play - Right to Play World Cup at Stamford Bridge - 22 May 2009

Battle it out to be crowned 2009 Right To Play world champions. Right To Play invite you to warm up with Olympians before competing in a 5- a- side qualifying & 7- and 11-a-side knockout football competition. You’ll play in one of the most famous grounds in the world, meet players, and receive an adidas football strip and goody bags. Make it to the final, and your team will play with ex Chelsea legends. More information. Right To Play is an athlete-driven international humanitarian organisation that uses sport and play as a tool for development of children and youth in the most disadvantaged areas of the world.

Breast Cancer Care - Mark My Words - 22 May 2009

Boe The Comedian Presents Mark My Words - Stand-up comedy and sketch show at the Bloomsbury Theatre supporting Breast Cancer Care. “Boe came, he saw, and he conquered!” Dibbi, Choice FM. Tickets £12.50.

Camden Calling - The Enterprise - 19 May

Camden Calling is a new social enterprise set up with the aim of helping vulnerable and homeless people access the arts and the music scene. All Camden Calling events are in part planned, produced, promoted and include performance from homeless & vulnerable people.  Camden Calling @ The Enterprise, Chalk Farm, 7pm with Lord Byron, Dekay, Stealig Jenni, Rukas, Dayream Parade, Pete, Sarah Louise, Simon Clothier. Entry £3

Crisis - Crisis Hidden Gigs Dodgy and the Bluetones - 17 May 2009

Crisis Hidden Gigs is a series of music gigs, hosted by Crisis, the national charity for single homeless people. The gigs will take place in central London throughout May and June 2009. Top acts will play in intimate, unusual spaces, making for a unique musical experience. There’s also a twist. The venues will remain ‘hidden’ until 24 hours before the gig, when a text or email will be sent to the ticket holders. There’s a good reason for this. Crisis wants to a put a spotlight on the growing issue of ‘hidden homelessness’ in the UK.  Tickets £27.50.

MaMa - Big MaMa May Ball - 16 May 2009

Big Mama May Ball starring Antonio Forcione, Gwyn Herbert, Me and Bobby... and others at 176 Prince of Wales Road, Kentish Town. In Mozambique a mother has a one in ten chance of watching their child die from Aids or other health problems. Proceeds from this event go to support the MaMa charity working with the people of Mandimba in their  journey towards better health and economic empowerment.  £12 on the door or £10 in advance.

ISS UK - ISS UK World Market 2009 - 13 May

Celebrating its 50th anniversary, the ISS UK World Market (formerly known as the Spring Fair) will be the best yet at Kensington Town Hall.  

Video Manifesto - Brazilian Heat : Manifest Yourself - 12 May 2009

This cultural extravaganza at Guanabara will raise crucial funds needed to kick-start Video Manifesto’s youth education project in the Complexo de Alemo slum of Rio de Janeiro. The party line up includes music from Choro Bandido, Barking Bateria and DJ Larissa, a Capoeira presentation by the Abada Group and a live freestyle graffiti competition. Tickets £10.

Crisis - Crisis Hidden Gigs with Hot Chip - 5 May 2009

Crisis Hidden Gigs is a series of music gigs, hosted by Crisis, the national charity for single homeless people. The gigs will take place in central London throughout May and June 2009. Top acts will play in intimate, unusual spaces, making for a unique musical experience. There’s also a twist. The venues will remain ‘hidden’ until 24 hours before the gig, when a text or email will be sent to the ticket holders. There’s a good reason for this. Crisis wants to a put a spotlight on the growing issue of ‘hidden homelessness’ in the UK.  Tickets for the Hot Chip gig £27.50.

Red Cross - Dance for Life - 2 May

Dance for Life 2009 brings together schools, youth and dance groups in local communities throughout the south-east by making dance accessible to all young people aged 18 and under, regardless of their ability.  This fun charity event is a celebration of youth dance. It opens up dance as a medium to overcome cultural, social and physical barriers, giving pupils the chance to perform and celebrate with their friends, family and school. Groups are invited to choreograph a dance routine that in some way reflects an aspect of the Red Cross' work. The first event is at the Shaw Theatre.

Breakthrough Breast Cancer - Sing for a Cure - 2 May

A glorious and uplifting music event at the Southbank chronicling stories of breast cancer survivors through songs of different styles from a range of composers. Powerful and inspiring, Sing for the Cure has been performed in almost every major city in the US and features an orchestra, full chorus and celebrity narrators. This European premiere raises funds for the cancer charity Breakthrough. Tickets from £12.

BAC Producers Club - Don John Gala Evening - 30 April 2009

Want to party like it’s 1978? BAC Producers Club and Kneehigh invite you to attend a special performance of Don John at Battersea Arts Centre. Created by the legendary Kneehigh Theatre in association with the Royal Shakespeare Company and Bristol Old Vic, Don John is an inventive and radical re-telling of Mozart's Don Giovanni, set in 1978 against a backdrop of neon and cigarette smoke, this is the ultimate story of love, loss and liberation. Tickets £75 for the show PLUS the aftershow party with the chance to mingle with the cast and the creative team for retro cocktails, canapes and live music to the disco beat.

Aspire to Inspire - Raw Inspiration - 25 April 2009

Raw Inspiration is an annual celebrity fundraising fashion event which assists the development of young people from disadvantaged backgrounds who wish to pursue a career in the fashion industry. The event is a gala evening of fashion, fun, food, live music and celebrities and takes place at Chelsea Football club and stars, amongst others, Alexander O'Neal. Tickets from £40. Proceeds from the event go towards the Aids charity Mildmay and the Cancer Charity Look Good Feel Better.

Camden Calling - Torriano - 25 April 2009

Camden Calling is a new social enterprise set up with the aim of helping vulnerable and homeless people access the arts and the music scene. All Camden Calling events are in part planned, produced, promoted and include performance from homeless & vulnerable people. This gig at The Torriano features Me’sha Bryan & Tyler Rix + Mada + Wolfkang + DEKAY + Daydream Parade + Sarah Louise + Pete + Glenn Hodge. Suggested donation £3. Check out future Camden Calling dates on MySpace.

RNID - Don't Lose the Music @ Ministry of Sound - 22 April 2009

RNID and The Ministry of Sound present their first club night as part of the Don't Lose the Music campaign featuring world class DJs/producers Above and Beyond, a silent disco and some of the biggest names in the dance music scene, including The Viceroy, Severino, Chad Jackson and Shane Watcha. There are four million young people in the UK who are at risk of permanent hearing damage from amplified music and many of them do not realise that the very thing they love could be harming them. RNID's Don't Lose the Music campaign aims to make sure young clubbers know how to protect their hearing. Entrance £5.

TeenBoundariesUK - Charity Launch Party - 21 April 2009

You are cordially invited to attend the launch party for TeenBoundariesUK at Studio Valbonne. Hosted by Lizzie Cundy Professional WAG, TV Presenter, Model, Ex-Bond Girl. TeenBoundariesUK is a non-profit educational trust, which aims to STOP SEXUAL BULLYING in schools. With guest DJs ANA who have been described as the biggest act to hit dance music this year by a major label insider as well as a whole host of celebrity guests, including Calista Roberts (Bongo Jam). The theme of the evening is high glamour with a champagne reception, 5ft chocolate fountain and catwalk fashion show. Tickets from £25.

Nelson Mandela Children's Fund - Swishing Party - 21 April

Dig out your unwanted clothes and "swish" them at this fundraising event at Henrys to raise money for the Nelson Mandela Children's Fund.  The evening will include presentations by fashion designers, a special Vintage section and a secret celebrity swap! Tickets cost £10. More details from 020 30771286.

Camden Calling - DEKAY Album Launch @ The Enterprise - 21 April 2009

Camden Calling is a new social enterprise set up with the aim of helping vulnerable and homeless people access the arts and the music scene. All Camden Calling events are in part planned, produced, promoted and include performance from homeless & vulnerable people. This gig at The Enterprise in Chalk Farm is the Albumn launch for DEKAY and also features Mada + The Penny Black Remedy + Ste Beard + Pete + Nick Capaldi & The Spinning Sound About. Suggested donation £3. Check out future Camden Calling dates on MySpace.

Parkinson's Disease Society - Party for Parkinson's - 20 - 29 April 2009

Party for Parkinson's is a great way to support the work of the PDS. This year the PDS celebrates it's 40th year of supporting people with Parkinson's - so it's the perfect time to party! You can hold any kind of party, from a coffee morning to a fancy dress ball. Order your FREE fundraising party pack now.

Amnesty International - AFRI-KOKOA featuring Jazzie B - 12 April 2009

AFRI-KOKOA have the honour of being joined by the legendary Jazzie B (Soul II Soul) OBE headlining for with an awesome, dance floor filling eclectic DJ set celebrating 20 years of Back to Life and Soul II Soul. This Easter Bank Holiday ALL DAYER will be an instant snapshot of the vibrant Afro-fusion scene in London and is presented in association with Amnesty International. 3pm-1am at the Big Chill House FREE entry. Be there!

Oxfam - The Velvet Sneaker presents Oxjam Vol 3 - 9 April

The Velevet Sneaker  - purveyor of fine musical distractions and defender of cultural miscellany - invites you to enjoy a tantalising assemblage of up-and-coming artists at The Troubadour. Tickets cost £6. Check out the Oxjam calendar for more fundraising events.

The Prince's Trust - EC4 Music at the Barbican - 7 April 2009

Enjoy a night of classical music and support The Prince's Trust at the Barbican, courtesy of EC4 Music. EC4 Music was formed in 1995, its principal aim to draw on the huge musical talent of those who work in The City and its surrounding area. This concert, the group's fourth at the Barbican in aid of The Prince's Trust, takes us on a musically exhilarating journey - one might say weird and wonderful! Tickets from £10.

Attitude is Everything - Cargo - 7 April 2009

Club Attitude Presents Club Attitude at Cargo with The Xcerts, The Indelicates, About: Blanck and The Good Gods! With special guests DJS  Ben Ayres (Cornershop) and Dr Kiko. Attitude is Everything improves deaf and disabled people's access to live music by working in partnership with audiences, artists and the music industry to implement a Charter of Best Practice across the UK. Tickets £5.

Seaview 2010 - Wine Tasting and Auction - 4 April 2009

The Seaview 2010 Community Soccer Project is a new charity formed to raise money to build a sports field in the Seaview region of South Africa. Help "kick-start" the fundraising by attending their Wine Tasting event at St Luke's in Kew. As well as entertaining your taste buds there will be a traditional Xhosa performance and handmade African arts and crafts on sale. Tickets for wine tasting and buffet £35 (non-drinkers £9). The party continues until 1.00 am at the Paradise Wine Bar. More information from seaview2010@live.com.

Ostomy Lifestyle - Lingerie & Beachwear Party 2009 - 2 April

The Cafe de Paris is the glamourous location for the Lingerie and Beachwear Party including champagne reception and entertainment by the King of Comedy Magic Christian Lee (currently starring in Max Magic on Sky One). Award winning food and music and dancing until 3.00 am makes this a fabulous fundraising event for Ostomy Lifestyle. Tickets £20 for the show or £75 for the VIP treatment.

Redress - Charity Comedy Night - 1 April 2009

Mixt Nutz present a comedy night at The Grosvernor Arms Mayfair with all the profits going to REDRESS a human rights charity that works with the victims of torture to help restore their dignity and bring their torturers to account. Tickets £6 on the door. Check out Mixt Nutz on You Tube.

MercyCorps - Easter Bingo - 29 March 2009

Get your pens and dabbers at the ready for yet another Mongol Rally Adventurists Fundraiser - Easter Bingo at the Star of Bethnal Green. Fantastic range of prizes on offer including two return flights to Faro, Portugal! Not bad for a game of Bingo. £3 - 3 cards, £5 - 6 cards. All proceeds go to Mercy Corps an International humanitarian aid and development charitable organization that focuses on emergency relief services, economic development and civil society initiatives. 

Homelessness - Give a Heart a Home - 28 March 2009

This is an event to raise the profile of the homelessness sector and to celebrate the past successes and current work in tackling the root causes of homelessness. The event will promote the efforts of organisations to empower homeless people to take charge of their lives through Community involvement, learning skills and increasing their confidence and sense of identity. The evening includes speakers, success stories music and fun fundraising activities. Tickets £8.50 in advance or £10 on the door. Venue - Westminster Cathedral. More details.

Lake of Stars - Bright Lights, Big City - 27 March 2009

Lake of Stars Festival director Will Jameson and his brother Charlie are hosting a new LOS night every Friday evening at The Yard in Shoreditch... with reggae, soul, funk, jazz, blues, afrobeat, latin, calypso and hip hop played out by Lake of Stars DJ's Wildcat 74/5 and Ten Ton Tonka. DJs play until midnight every Friday, enough time to catch the night train home or time to disappear into the city. Expect a warm welcome and cold beers, deals on wine and incredible music. Escape the bright lights and come downstairs to Yard, every Friday. Joyful hour 6pm - 8pm.

International Alert - Speed date for Peace - 26 March 2009

Back by popular demand - International Alert is holding its 5th Speed Dating event at OnAnon. So if you are aged between 25 - 35 why not experiment with a night of fun, socialising and possible romance. Tickets cost £20 and the proceeds go to support the UK's leading Peacebuilding organisation. Contact adesimoni@international-alert.org

Oxjam - The Velvet Sneaker presents Oxjam Vol 1 - 26 March 2009

The Velevet Sneaker  - purveyor of fine musical distractions and defender of cultural miscellany - invites you to enjoy a tantalising assemblage of up-and-coming artists at The Troubadour. Tickets cost £6. Check out the Oxjam calendar for more fundraising events.

Teenage Cancer Trust - RAH Concerts - 24-29 March

Teenage Cancer Trust’s concerts have fast become one of the most eagerly anticipated events in the annual British music calendar. Now into their ninth year, the concerts, which were the brainchild of Teenage Cancer Trust Patron and The Who frontman Roger Daltrey CBE, have featured some of the world’s biggest bands treading the boards at London’s world famous Royal Albert Hall. This year the bands include Anthony and the Johnsons, Stereophonics and Kasabian. Tickets available from Friday 13 February at 10.00.

VDay - Volupte and the Black Cotton Club - 22 March 2009

For one night only Volupte & The Black Cotton Club are to relocate to the very opulent Cafe De Paris  for a spellbinding night of beautiful burlesque, climactic cabaret, live music and vintage tunes spun by The Black Cotton Club hosts Lady Kamikaze & "Mr Burlesque" El Nino. This is a non-profit evening in association with VDayLondon to raise money and awareness for VDAY - Eve Ensler's charity which seeks to stop violence against women. Tickets from £12 - £25.

Shelter - Cake Time 2009 - 21 - 27 March

Whether you're a big fan of flapjacks or it's muffins that make your mouth water, Cake Time is the perfect excuse to get together with friends, family, or colleagues, and tuck in to your favourite cakes while raising lots of lovely money for Shelter, the housing and homelessness charity. Register for your FREE Cake Time pack full of scrumptious cake recipes, top fundraising tips and Cake Time goodies: call 0844 515 1190.

OXJAM - Friday Night Live at the Blag Club - 20 March 2009

KeyPadMusic presents an OXJAM event at the Blag Club in Notting Hill Gate to raise money for Oxfam. OXJAM has fundraising events all over the country. Check out the events calendar for more details.

Breakthrough for Breast Cancer - La Vita's 2nd Birthday - 13 March 2009

La Vita is the international club night with a conscience. To date it has raised £18,500 for Breakthrough for Breast Cancer. Set up 2 years ago by Sam Divine, La Vita has grown into a firm date in the clubbing calendar for many party people. This event (2 rooms, 16 DJs) takes place at Lightbox. Tickets £10 or £15 on the door.

Medical Foundation for the Care of Victims of Torture - Vintage clothes sale - 12 March

The Medical Foundation for the Care of Victims of Torture present a Vintage Clothes Sale at the Courtauld Galleries from 11.00 am to 5.00 pm.

MGA - LK Bennett Charity Evening - 11 March 2009

Enjoy an evening of fun, fashion and a glass of bubbly at the flagship LK Bennett store in Sloane Square in aid of the Myasthenia Gravis Association. Guests enjoy a 10% discount on all items and have the chance to win goodies donated by OKA, Chanel and Tiffany to name just a few. LK Bennett will also donate 10% of sales to MGA. Entrance fee £20 donation in advance. Myasthenia Gravis is a debilitating disease in which the body's immune system attacks the nerve receptors in the muscles often with devastating consequences.

ActionAid - Funny Women in Support of International Women's Day - 8 March 2009

Funny Women intends to celebrate International Women's Day with a fantastic new show Celebrity Funny Women. A host of female celebrities face the challenge of becoming a Funny Women, coached and supported by some of Funny Women's favourite comedians. Tickets £30, or £60 including VIP after show party. This year's Funny Women charity show is supporting ActionAid's Put Your Foot Down campaign - which aims to send over 2000 shoes to Downing Street on International Women's Day 2009 as a protest against violence against women and HIV and Aids.

Camden Calling - Camden Calling at The Cavendish Arms - 8 March 2009

Camden Calling presents an evening of music at The Cavendish Arms featuring Headmongers + Mada + Dekay + The Fighting Cocks + Higher Love + Pete + Daydream Parade. Camden Calling - Helping Homeless People Acess the music scene. Suggested donation £3.

Comic Relief - Classic Relief : A Gala Comedy Concert - 7 March

Classic Relief at the Southbank - classical stars and Southbank Centre's Resident Orchestra present an extraordinary evening of laughter and great music. Whether you are a music professor or can't tell a string quartet from a string vest, this is an unmissable performance from people you thought would never let their hair down. Tickets from £10. In aid of Comic Relief.

Spiro Ark - The Berakah Project - 7 March 2009

An evening of uplifting world music celebrating harmony between Muslims, Jews and Christians with celebrated ensemble Berakah. Berakah is a world-music ensemble featuring musicians from Muslim, Jewish and Christian backgrounds. Following a UK tour last year, they come to Southbank Centre, in association with Spiro Ark, a London-based charity that organizes Jewish cultural events. Tickets from £15.

War on Want - Stand up to Corporate Power - 5 March

War on Want presents Stand up to Corporate Power at the Shepherds Bush Empire. This Comedy Gig will feature explosive stand-up and political satire from Mark Thomas, Adam Bloom, Andi Osho, Paul Sinha, Shappi Khorsandi, Tim Vine, and is hosted by Daniel Kitson. Tickets £15.

Macmillan - ISIS Ensemble Concert - 26 February 2009

Classical concert featuring music by Beethoven, Mozart and Kodaly at St. James Church, Piccadilly. £10 per ticket (including a glass of wine) and all proceeds go to Macmillan. 

Astell Foundation - Opera Gala - 25 February 2009

The Astell Foundation presents Opera Gala in the Mountbatten Room at the Royal Automobile Club. The wonderfully talented soprano Sena Larard and world renowned pianist Jonathan Papp (pianist to Dame Kiri Te Kanawa) will entertain exclusively th the first fundraising event for this new homelessness charity. Complimentary red and white wine will be served during the interval. Tickets £25.

Barnados - Simply Madonna; Materials of the Girl - 21 February - 22 March 2009

Iconic singer Madonna has wowed millions of fans over the years and to celebrate her career a new exhibition of her costumes is taking place at the Truman Brewery. Simply Madonna is the world’s largest collection of the Queen of Pop’s costumes. Highlights include the pink Material Girl dress and the wedding gown from Evita. Tickets cost £6.50 - £9.50 and £1 from every ticket goes to Barnados.

Mercycorps - Hate charity, love clubbing Love charity, hate clubbing - 20 Februaru 2009

If you hate charity but love clubbing its the perfect excuse, if you love charity but hate clubbing well again the perfect excuse to help raise some cash for a good cause at the Star of Bethnal Green. DJs on the night - Anil Chawla, Tim Davison, Dale Anderson, Mark Sun, The Co-ordinators and Hanuman! All proceeds go to Mercy Corps an International humanitarian aid and development charitable organization that focuses on emergency relief services, economic development and civil society initiatives.  £5 secures entry.

WaterAid - The More the Merrier - 19 February 2009

More the Merrier is a new regular charity night held at Bar Music Hall, on the 3rd Thursday of the month. This month the line up features The Kemistry Kay Young, Kase, Spredluv Collective and DJs DJ B and Joe Disco. Collections will be taken for WaterAid, an international charity working in 17 countries providing water and hygiene education to some of the world's poorest people. FREE entrance.

War Child - The Killers and Coldplay - 18 February 2009

War Child, the international charity that protects children living in the world's most dangerous war zones, present The Killers and Coldplay post-Brits gig. Tickets £50 but only available by lottery. Registration begins at 9.00 am on 30 January and ends at 5.00 pm on 3 February. Register here.

Red Cross - Madame Zingara and Her Theatre of Dreams - 13 February

Madame Zingara and Her Theatre of Dreams is a truly unforgettable event. Spend the evening enjoying a four-course meal and be entertained by world-class trapeze artists, cabaret singers, comedians and contortionists. Tickets from £65 include a welcome drink, a decadent four-course meal and the unique Madame Zingara show, all in the stunning surroundings of their mirrored tent, located at Battersea Power Station, London. All proceeds raised will benefit the Red Cross’ lifesaving work with people living with HIV in southern Africa.

International Alert - Speed Dating for Peace - 12 February

Back by popular demand - International Alert is holding its 4th Speed Dating event at OnAnon. So if you are aged between 25 - 35 why not experiment with a night of fun, socialising and possible romance. Tickets cost £20 and the proceeds go to support the UK's leading Peacebuilding organisation. Contact adesimoni@international-alert.org

Camden Calling - Camden Calling @ The Cavendish Arms - 8 February 2009

Camden Calling presents an evening of music at The Cavendish Arms featuring The Hopeless Sons + DEKAY + Nick Capaldi & the Spinning Sound About + Malcolm Kaksois + Daydream Parade + Beatman StreetmanPeteman + Simon Anning. Camden Calling - Helping Homeless People Acess the music scene. Suggested donation £3.

DEC Gaza Appeal - Unplanned Afternoons - 8 February

Unplanned Afternoons presents a very special Unplanned session at the Eagle, Hoxton to raise money for the DEC Gaza Appeal. FREE entrance from 1pm. Watch the DEC appeal here. After an 18 month blockade of Gaza and three weeks of heavy shelling the humanitarian crisis in Gaza is now completely overwhelming.  Thousands of people are struggling to survive with many having lost their homes and most down to their last supplies of food and fresh drinking water.

Oxfam - UK Premiere of Quidam - 7 February

The Royal Albert Hall plays host to a benefit performance of Cirque du Soleil's Quidam to raise funds for Oxfam's work with young people in Bangladesh. In Bangladesh, approximately 3.5 to 5.5 million people are known as "Untouchables". People within "untouchable" communities are deprived of basic rights, including education and health services. At the age at which they should attend the school and play, children are usually undertaking laborious work with their parents. Oxfam is helping young people in these communities to receive an education and to have health care. Tickets from £26.40.

Breakthrough Breast Cancer - Pink Ball - 7 February

Join the North West Kent Breakthrough Group at The Pink Ball at Eltham College. The night will commence with a pink fizz reception at 6.30pm, followed by a three course meal, to be held in King George's Hall, Eltham College. The night's entertainment includes a quiz, raffle, grand prize draw and dancing to 'Jumping the Sharks' until midnight. Dress code is pink or purple tie. Tickets £55.

ActionAid - First Hand Experiences - 5 February 2009

Join ActionAid for an evening drinks reception at the Thistle Euston to hear more about their First Hand Experiences. You'll meet people who have had a First Hand Experience and hear how it has changed their lives and the lives of others. You'll meet the ActionAid tean and have the chance to ask questions.

People in Need - Music for Namibia - 5 February

People in Need (PIN) presents Music for Namibia at The Vineyard, Islington - a charity concert to support children's chorus in the Karas region of Namibia to help them fulfil their dream of performing in Europe. PIN is a Czech organisation that provides relief aid and development assistance whilst working to defend human rights and democratic freedom. The evening will feature African music from Kasai Masai, drum performance, a demo dance class and a raffle. Tickets £5 in advance of £8 on the door. More details from 07708764412.

Camden Calling - The Torriano - 31 January

Camden Calling is a new social enterprise set up with the aim of helping vulnerable and homeless people access the arts and the music scene. All Camden Calling events are in part planned, produced, promoted and include performance from homeless & vulnerable people. This gig at The Torriano features Adrian Mada, Wolfkang, Adrian Roye, Malcolm Kaksois, Hannah Banks, Daydream Parade, Ste Beard, Simon Clothier. Suggested donation £3. Check out future Camden Calling dates on MySpace.

Wings of Hope - Smiles4smiles comedy evening - 30 January

Smiles4smiles present an evening of comedy at the Mick Jagger Centre, Dartford, with Felix Dexter, Dave Thompson, Luke Toulson and Sal Stevens to raise money for Wings of Hope, a charity which provides free education in developing countries to children living in poverty, orphaned or separated from their families. The charity has no religious or political affiliations. Tickets £10 on the door (doors open at 6.00 for 7.00 show) and all proceeds will go towards building a school for underprivileged children in India. Suitable for 15+

St Christopher's Hospice - Cinderella - 24 - 31 January 2009

St Mark's Players celebrate their 50th anniversary with the family pantomine Cinderella in support of St Christopher's Hospice and the Royal Marsden Hospital at Stanley Halls, South Norwood. Tickets £6.50.

NSPPC - Lions Den Comedy Charity Final - 23 January

The Lions Den Comedy Club present The Lion's Den Champion of Champions King of the Jungle Birthday Gong Show Charity Final Spectacular at the Cross Kings Pub. Tickets cost £10 with all proceeds going to the NSPCC.

Rainy Day Trust - DIY Dinner 2009 - 19 January 2009

The Rainy Day Trust 10th Anniversary DIY Dinner 2009 will take place at the Royal Garden Hotel, Kensington and will be hosted by Ed Bryne. Tickets from £95.

Oxfam - Oxjam at the Fighting Cocks - 16 January

Five rad bands take the stage at Kingston's "Fighting Cocks" to raise some cash for the worthy Oxjam cause!! £5 entry. For more OXJAM events in your area check out the OXJAM calendar.

Camden Calling - The Bridge House - 15 January

Camden Calling is a new social enterprise set up with the aim of helping vulnerable and homeless people access the arts and the music scene. All Camden Calling events are in part planned, produced, promoted and include performance from homeless & vulnerable people. This gig at the Bridge House features Lord Byron, The Kemistry, Dekay, Mada, Wolfkang, Malcolm Kaksois, BeatmanStreetmanPeteman, Steve White. Suggested donation £3. Check out future Camden Calling dates on MySpace.

WaterAid - More the Merrier - 15 January

More the Merrier is a new regular charity night held at Bar Music Hall, on the 3rd Thursday of the month. This month The MoonJets headline with support from Emile Brynge and DJs DJ B and Joe Disco. Collections will be taken for WaterAid, an international charity working in 17 countries providing water and hygiene education to some of the world's poorest people. FREE entrance.

Oxfam - The Good Intent, Puttenham - 12 January

Good Intentions Music is an acoustic music event that takes place in the intimate surroundings of the Good Intent, the traditional village pub in Puttenham. Providing a showcase for songwriters and bands from the Surrey area and beyond, the evenings feature open mic sets and featured artists playing longer sets. Raising money for Oxjam. For more OXJAM events in your area check out the OXJAM calendar.

Camden Calling - The Cavendish Arms - 11 January

Camden Calling is a new social enterprise set up with the aim of helping vulnerable and homeless people access the arts and the music scene. All Camden Calling events are in part planned, produced, promoted and include performance from homeless & vulnerable people. This gig at the Cavendish Arms features Adrian Roye, Love Like a Bomb, Mada, Dekay, Daydream Parade, BeatmanStreetmanPeteman, Shed Stud Prod. Suggested donation £3. Check out future Camden Calling dates on MySpace.

CRY - OwnAFilmCompany Launch party and charity auction - 8 January

To celebrate the launch of their new website, OwnAFilmCompany.com, are having a launch party at Oxygen. Entry to the launch is free, and the event will feature a silent auction of movie memorabilia and a business card raffle, both in aid of charity Cardiac Risk in the Young, CRY.

NSPCC - Chelsea New Year Disco - 2 January 2009

The legendary Chelsea New Year Disco is back in 2009, packing a whole lot of fun into one evening! This event has been running successfully for over 15 years, with more than 500 children between the ages of 11-14 years thronging the Chelsea Football Club at Stamford Bridge. If you don't want to dance you there will be plenty to keep the adrenaline rushing, with bungee runs, a bucking bronco, surfboarding, a giant tombola, and much more!  There will also be various stalls selling hotdogs, candyfloss, popcorn, fizzy drinks and an assortment of other sweets and treats. Tickets £36 with proceeds to the NSPCC.

Camden Calling - Alabama 3 - 27 December

Camden Calling is a new social enterprise set up with the aim of helping vulnerable and homeless people access the arts and the music scene. All Camden Calling events are in part planned, produced, promoted and include performance from homeless & vulnerable people. This gig at the JAMM, Brixton features The Alabama 3 “The Best Live Band in the Country” (The Guardian), and supports Camden Calling in their home venue to raise funds and awareness of the organisation's work, supported by Camden Calling friends The Penny Black Remedy (Indy award winners Best Alternative Act 2008) & featuring Camden Calling DJ & Ozzy Osbourne look-alike DJ OZZY. Tickets £10.

REDRESS - Charity Comedy Night - 18 December

Mixt Nutz in partnership with REDRESS, the human rights charity seeking reparation for survivors of torture from all around the world, present a night of comedy at The Tabard Theatre. Tickets cost £5.

Seaview 2010 - Wine Tasting and Auction - 16 December

The Seaview 2010 Community Soccer Project is a new charity formed to raise money to build a sports field in the Seaview region of South Africa. Help "kick-start" the fundraising by attending their Wine Tasting event at The Bear, Clerkenwell, between 6.00 and 10.00pm. The wine tasting quiz will be headed by Sommelier and Wine Merchant, Mauro Vendramin, who has worked with Gordon Ramsay and Gary Rhodes. Tickets £8, £17 and £35. More information from seaview2010@live.com.

The Big Issue - The Big Xmas 08 with the Brand New Heavies - 16 December

The Brand New Heavies are pleased to announce a really rather special one-off gig at the Bloomsbury Ballroom in association with The Big Issue. Complimentary champagne on arrival and special guests The Cuban Brothers means that this will be a fabulous, festive feast with a great party atmosphere. A luxury goods and celebrity raffle will complete the treat. Tickets are a very reasonable £30.

WaterAid - Unsigned's Acoustic Sunday - 14 December

Unsigned is back for another one-off session at Bar Music Hall this time featuring a number of artists playing acoustic only sets with the aim of creating a relaxed Sunday afternoon of music. The bar will be serving food all day, and special Christmas treats will make it the perfect place to spend a cold winter’s afternoon. Collections will be taken for WaterAid, an international charity working in 17 countries providing water, sanitation and hygiene education to some of the world's poorest people.

Crisis - Carol Service at Southwark Cathedral - 13 December

The ever popular Crisis Carol Service will take place in the beautiful and historic Southwark Cathedral. This year the renowned Thames Philharmonic Choir will be joined by internationally renowned soprano Kathryn Harries and a choir of homeless people in a service led by Canon Bruce Saunders. There is no charge for tickets but spaces are limited. To apply email david.coulthread@crisis.org.uk. This Christmas Crisis will be running its 37th Crisis Open Christmas, helping London's homeless receive support and friendship over the Christmas period with the help of thousands of volunteers from every walk of life.

Families Relief - Day of Indulgence - 13 December

Sisterhood present a Day of Indulgence to support the Families Relief Build an Orphanage Scheme at St Boltophs, Liverpool Street between 12.30 and 9.30. Tickets cost £20 and include live entertainment and an alchol free bar, more details from 07894 802 827.

Street Child Africa - Singing on the Streets for Kids on the Streets - 11 December

Street Child Africa is the only UK charity entirely devoted to helping street children across Africa. They work in partnership with African organisations who adopt a street based approach to seek out and befriend street children, offering them guidance from trustworthy adults, education, medical care, baby care, skills training, vocational sponsorship, a place in the community, and a chance to choose a different path in life. Staff and volunteers will be singing in Kingston town centre to help raise funds to continue their essential work. The singing will take place between 4 - 6 pm outside the HSBC Bank in Clarence Street, Kingston.  Further details from Alison Gillespie or Jacqui Hegarty on 0208 972 9820.

International Medical Corps UK - Charity Carol Concert - 10 December

International Medical Corps UK invite you to their FREE Charity Carol Concert at St Giles in The Fields. Performing this year is the London College of Music Chamber Choir directed by the acclaimed Paul Ayres. All proceeds from the concert will go to IMC UK programmes helping victims caught up in some of the world's forgotten conflicts including Afghanistan, Central African Republic, Democratic Republic of Congo, Iraq and Somalia. Following the concert there will be complimentary Mince Pies and Drinks!

Camden Calling - The Enterprise Camden - 9 December

Camden Calling is a new social enterprise set up with the aim of helping vulnerable and homeless people access the arts and the music scene. All Camden Calling events are in part planned, produced, promoted and include performance from homeless & vulnerable people. This gig at The Enterprise, Camden features Malcolm The Citizens + Mada + The Beard Grows + Edelweis Pirates + Pete + Anna Sinfield. FREE etrance but £3 donation suggested.

Children's Heart Foundation - Carol Concert - 8 December

The Children's Heart Foundation will be holding a Christmas Carol Concert in Trafalgar Square between 8-9pm on 8 December to raise awareness and vital funds for children and young people with congenital and acquired heart conditions. The concert is FREE. For more details, please contact Alice Sander on 020 7422 0630 or alices@chfed.org.uk.

Celebrities Guild - Auction of Cartoon Originals - 7 December

The Celebrities Guild of Great Britain is a social and fundraising organisation comprising well-known people from show business, the arts, politics and sport and since 1977 it has been raising money for various charities. Join the Celebrities Guild for the Cartoon Auction with many leading cartoonists attending, at The Victoria Hall, Highgate Literary Institute. Tickets £10 each (including refreshments).  More details from Ella on 0208 449 1234.

Cinema and TV Benevolent Fund - Exclusive Preview of Bolt - 7 December

The Cinema and TV Benevolent Fund present an exclusive preview of the new Disney animation Bolt in 3D at the Empire, Leicester Square. Tickets cost £10 for adults and £5 for children. More information from judith@ctbf.co.uk.

Light of Day - Benefit Concert at the Halfmoon - 7 December

The Halfmoon, Putney, presents a charity gig for Light of Day to raise funds for research into Parkinson's Disease. With a  fabulous line up that includes Badly Drawn Boy, Joe D'Urso, Willie Nile, Jesse Malin, and Marah. Tickets £25, two shows, 4.00 pm and 7.00 pm.

Lake of Stars - Xmas Party - 6 December

Bloom and Lake of Stars present the ultimate Xmas Party at the Horse and Groom, 28 Curtain Road, Shoreditch. Tickets £5 before 10.00, £7 after.

Oxfam - XFM Winter Wonderland - 2 December

This year's XFM Winter Wonderland at Brixton Academy will be supporting Oxfam. The line up is Kaiser Chief, Iglu & Hartly, Ida Maria, Ladyhawke and White Lies and more. Tickets go on sale on Friday 7 November at 9.00.

Rostropovich-Vishnevskaya Medical Foundation - SLAVA ! - 30 November

The London Cello Society gathers international stars for a major tribute celebrating the late Mstislav Rostropovich— legendary cellist and humanitarian and the former Honorary Patron of the Rostropovich-Vishnevskaya Medical Foundation. This tribute, sponsored by Sothebys at Cadogan Hall will honour the humanitarian efforts of the Foundation, whose remarkable achievements in improving the health and well-being of children in Russia and surrounding republics have been internationally recognised. Tickets from £18.

The Children's Society - Festive Fusion - 27 November

Fesitve Fusion - not just your average Chrismtas party! Start the festive season in style with a night of festive fun and dancing. Celebrate a fantastic year for Fusion Events at the Lounge Bar at Tiger Tiger. Arrive before 7pm for complimentary sharing platters and happy hour cocktails, followed by a special Bollywood session from dancing professional, Jay Kumar. Tickets £12. Proceeds to The Children's Society.

British Red Cross - Red Cross Christmas Fair - 26 and 27 November

The British Red Cross is holding its Christmas Fundraising Fair at Kensington Town Hall. This year’s stalls will offer an eclectic mix of merchandise, from funky young designer bags and belts to kichenware, pashminas to pearls, delicious food and drink to exciting Fair Trade goods. The opening party takes place at the preview night on 26 November from 5.30-9.00 and Frank Gardner OBE, the award-winning BBC Security Correspondent, is the guest speaker. Tickets cost £20 (including wine and canapes). The fair continues on 27 November from 10.00-4.30. Tickets cost £5 on the door or £3 in advance (children free).

VSO - Stars of Africa - 26 November

Join VSO for Stars of Africa to celebrate 50 years in the grandest ever event at the Royal Albert Hall with "living legend" Hugh Maskela. Tickets from £15.

AbilityNet - A Night at the Moulin Rouge - 25 November

Raising money for iT4Communities and AbilityNet , this year's Intellect Annual Charity Ball is at The Marriot, Grovsenor Square and the theme is the Moulin Rouge. AbilityNet is a national charity that helps disabled people use computers by adapting and adjusting their technology and iT4Communities leads the national IT volunteering programme. Tickets from £195.

Pilgrims Hospice in Kent - London's Alright - 23 November

After the huge sucess last year when London's Alright raised £6,500 for The Pilgrims Hospice in Kent, the team return to the Roadhouse for more of the same - unsigned bands in a fantastic venue all for a very good cause. Line up includes Sugarmonkey, Stone Halo, Underbelly, Broadcasts, Tickets £10.

Tea Leaf Trust - Charity Winter Ball - 22 November

The Tea Leaf Trust will be hosting its inaugural Sri Lankan Charity Winter Ball at the Porchester Hall. Tickets cost £70 and include a 3-course Sri Lankan dinner, traditional Sri Lankan music, prize draw and Motown and Soul Band. More information from Yasmeen on 07875014355 or Rachel on 07976396238 or the tealeaftrust@yahoo.com.

Children with Leukaemia - Bloomsbury Ball - 22 November

The charity Children with Leukaemia are pleased to present a brand new party-style fundraising event - The Bloomsbury Ball. It is being held at the Bloomsbury Club, a fascinating tented venue in Coram Fields, London. The host for the evening will be Shaun Williamson, best known for his role as Barry in Eastenders. The champagne reception will be followed by a three course meal and music from Jamelia. Tickets are £150.

Camden Calling - The Cavendish Arms - 20 November

Camden Calling is a new social enterprise set up with the aim of helping vulnerable and homeless people access the arts and the music scene. All Camden Calling events are in part planned, produced, promoted and include performance from homeless & vulnerable people. This gig at The Cavendish Arms, Stockwell features The Boy The Girl & All The World + King of Conspiracy + Ken Kobayashi & Friends + Malcolm Kaksois + Pete + Hannah Banks + Mada. FREE etrance but £3 donation suggested.

ActionAid - Broccoli Music supporting BTP - 20 November

Broccoli Music presents Bollocks to Poverty on Tour with The Black Dove Experiment, The Pretty Suspects, Karova, and Tall Poppies at The Legion, Old Street. Entry is FREE with donations welcome at the bar, all in support of Action Aid.

British Red Cross - Call my Bluff with wine - 19th November

The British Red Cross presents Wine tasting with a twist at Butchers Hall, EC1. The evening begins with a drinks reception, after which guests will move to the Livery Hall where the wine tasting will take place in the style of the game show ‘Call My Bluff’. Three panellists will deliver a different description of eight wines as they are being tasted, and at the end of each round your team will vote for which of the panellists you think is describing the true identity of the wine. Tickets cost £55.

The Rheumatology Discretionary Fund UCL Charity - Loopfest - 19 November

Loopfest is a live fashion and music event to raise money and awareness of the disease Lupus and takes place at the Proud Gallery, Camden. Tickets £6 on the door.

NSPCC - CHAOS POINT : Vivienne Westwood Gold Label - 18 November

More than a fashion show, this remarkable performance will see Dame Vivienne Westwood and Mark Stephenson of London Musici join forces to create an extraordinary catwalk show involving performance artists and a live showpiece by the London Musici orchestra, in the magnificent setting of Banqueting House at Whitehall Palace. A matinee performance with afternoon tea will take place from 4pm to 5.45pm, followed by a gala evening event with dinner, which will begin at 7.30pm.  Both promise to be a memorable experience for anyone interested in the worlds of fashion, music, theatre and art.  The evening event will also hold an exclusive auction with guests bidding on money-can't-buy items to raise funds for the NSPCC. Tickets from £75.

Diabetes UK - Free charity gig in Kings Cross - 17 November

FREE music and comedy gig in support of Diabetes UK at the Lincoln Lounge in Kings Cross. The talented London Vocals will be performing live opera from 8.30pm, followed by live jazz singing, then live music and DJs until 1.30 am.

Children in Need - CIN Fundraiser - 14 November

Captain Bob presents an evening of great music at Hove Town Hall, raising money for Children in Need. Featuring The Astonishing, Spiderbaby, The Splendour and Twelve Stone Toddler. Advance tickets are £6. £8 on door or £6 concessions/fancy dress.

Campaign for Better Transport - Around the World in 80 Ways - 13 November

Michael Palin reckons he's been Around the World in 80 Ways – and at least one of those involved a colander! Michael will be sharing some of these adventures with the public, at an entertaining evening at Southbank Centre, London. Tickets from £12. Join him on a rolling, perambulating, dog-sledding, camel-roping reminiscence talk and help raise money for the Campaign for Better Transport.

Nyumba Ya Thanzi - Dinner and Quiz - 12 November

Nyumba Ya Thanzi - The House of Good Health - is a UK-based charity working in Malawi to support locally designed development initiatives. The Annual Dinner, Quiz and Celebrity Auction will be held at the Louise Blouin Institutue in Notting Hill and there will be a host of "money can't buy" items and a guest celebrity. Tickets cost £100.

MacMillan Cancer Support - Neiland Choice - Preview night 12 November

The John Bloxham Gallery, Clapham, in conjunction with Dark Theatre in plays host to an eclectic show curated by professor Brendan Neiland at which Sir Peter Blake will exhibit and give an introductory talk. Artists included: Ivor Abrahams, Val Archer, Sir Peter Blake, Simon Burton, Brad Faine, Peter Freeth, Martin Fuller, Hugh Gilbert, Donald Hamilton-Fraser,Natasha Kissel, leonard MCombe, Janitzio Moreno, Terry New, William Packer, Justine Smith, John Stark, John Wilkins. 10% of sales from the exhibition will go to MacMillan Cancer Support.

Reprieve - Cruel and Unusual - 11-15 November

Reprieve, the legal action charity, is delighted to announce that it will be staging Cruel and Unusual, Keith Farnan’s brilliant one-man comedy show about the death penalty. The show is at the Hen and Chickens Theatre and gives Reprieve an invaluable opportunity to raise awareness about the continuing work they do for people facing the death penalty and other human rights violations around the world. “Keith Farnan: Cruel and Unusual manages to be genuinely informative about death row, genuinely realistic about the possibility of change, and genuinely funny enough to receive several rounds of applause.” – Three Weeks. Tickets £10, all proceeds to Reprieve.

Breakthrough Breast Cancer - Future Dreams - 9 November

Future Dreams is a spectacular one night only theatrical gala at the Savoy Theatre, to raise money in aid of Breakthrough Breast Cancer. Thirty talented youngsters have successfully auditioned to star alongside renowned theatrical artists such as Denise Van Outen, Christopher Biggins, Louise Gold and many more. They will all perform excerpts from popular hit West End musicals, including Billy Elliot, Chitty Chitty Bang Bang and Our House to name but a few. The show will be presented by celebrity guests including Cat Deeley, Patrick Kielty and others. Tickets from £50.

Camden Calling - The Good Ship - 9 November

Camden Calling is a new social enterprise set up with the aim of helping vulnerable and homeless people access the arts and the music scene. All Camden Calling events are in part planned, produced, promoted and include performance from homeless & vulnerable people. This gig at The Good Ship, Kilburn features Malcolm Kaksois + The Choir With No Name + Hannah Banks + Mada + Simon Anning + Heartsong + Daydream Parade + Anna Sinfield + Pete + Wolfkang. FREE etrance but £3 donation suggested.

Barnardos - Bollywood Nights, Barnardos Annual Ball - 8 November

Barnardos present the Bollywood Nights Ball at the Sheraton Park Lane Hotel. Tickets cost £100 and include champagne reception, dinner and a night packed full of entertainment.

MenCap - Little Noise Sessions 2008 - 8 - 18 November

MenCap Music presents the Little Noise Sessions 2008. This year the line up includes Razorlight, Kasabian, Glasvegas, James Morrison, Sterophonics, Keane, The Frattellis with more acts to announced.

Kids Company - Rumble in the Jumble - 7- 9 November

Kids Company, the charity founded by Camila Batmanghelidjh in 1996 in order to provide practical, emotional and educational support to vulnerable inner-city children and young people, presents Rumble in the Jumble where you’ll find a galaxy of designer clothes, accessories and beauty products donated by some of the world’s major fashion houses (and its most stylish celebrities). Hosted by Gwyneth Paltrow, entry is £2 per ticket with all proceeds from the event going to the charity. The sale will be at The Boiler House, Truman Brewery between 10am and 7pm. 

Camden Canals and Narrowboat Assoc - Halloween Canal Trip - 31 October

Specially decorated community narrowboats are doing spooky trips with scary music through the cobweb strewn Islington tunnel between 31 October and 2 November. Boats depart throughout the afternoon and evening. The trips are designed for children accompanied by adults. There will also be additional activities inside the canal museum with glowstick bracelets and sweets given to the children. Dressing up recommended! Trips last just under 1 hour and a family tickets costs £32. Adults £9.50, children £7.50. Pre-booking essential.

ABANA UK - AARRGHH... FREAK OUT! - 31 October

Abana UK is announcing their second major charity fundraising event for 2008 –‘Aarrghh…freak out!!’, a Halloween party at Willy’s Wine bar. Festivities begin at 6pm and will include live art shows featuring a sculpturer and street artist, DJs, raffles and prizes for the best Halloween themed costume. Tickets cost £10 on the door or in advance from Abana UK. The event will be raising funds to support a community in Rugerero in southern Rwanda, including the building of a technical and vocational centre.

Camden Calling - The Cavendish Arms - 23 October

Camden Calling is a new social enterprise set up with the aim of helping vulnerable and homeless people access the arts and the music scene. All Camden Calling events are in part planned, produced, promoted and include performance from homeless & vulnerable people. This gig at the Cavendish Arms, Stockwell features Lord Byron + Love Like a Bomb + Wolfkang + Mada + Pete + Daydream Parade. FREE entrance (suggested donation £3).

Celebritites Guild - Film and TV Quiz - 19 October

The Celebrities Guild of Great Britain is a social and fundraising organisation comprising well-known people from show business, the arts, politics and sport and since 1977 it has been raising money for various charities. Join the Celebrities Guild for this Film and TV Quiz night at The White House, Regents Park. Tickets cost £35 and include a buffet supper. The proceeds go the The Nightingale Community Hospice. More details from Ella on 0208 449 1234.

Epilepsy Action - Fundraising Dinner - 17 October

Epilepsy affects 456,000 people in the UK (one in every 131).  It is the most common neurological condition in the world but is also unfortunately the most misunderstood and neglected. If you live near Essex you can help raise valuable funds for Epilepsy Action by buying tickets for the fundraising dinner at Orsett Hall. Tickets cost £35 and include a 3-course meal, charity auction, live band and disco. More details from Dianna Piper 01375 371348 after 5.00 pm.

Kids Company and Jail Guitar Doors - The Ealing All Stars - 16 October

Catch a comedy show unlike any other at the new Leceister Square Theatre - four variety gang-shows of sketches, songs and characters from the cast of the legendary Ealing Live!, the club that launched what Bruce Dessau called "a new comedic dynasty".  Re-united here to raise funds for Kids Company and Jail Guitar Doors this is your chance to see many TV faces, including David Armand, James Bachman, Katy Brand, Justin Edwards, Simon Farnaby, Richard Glover, John Hopkins, Tony Law, Shelley Longworth, Tom Meeten, Barunka O'Shaugnessy, Katherine Parkinson, Dan Renton Skinner, Nick Tanner, Gareth Tunley, Tom Verrall, Ben Willbond, including very special guests Kevin Eldon and if.comedy nominee Pippa Evans. Tickets cost £20.

Rainforest Foundation - Hot and Bothered - 14 October

The Rainforest Foundation UK is hosting a ‘Hot and Bothered' comedy night at the Leicester Square Theatre, as part of the Big Joke Festival. Hot from Edinburgh the fabulous Josie Long will be performing, along with Irish-Iranian stand-up Patrick Monahan, the brutally witty Natalie Haynes and the sharply funny Janey Godley. A special guest compere will also be lending their talents to what promises to be a night of hilarity, all in the name of a good cause. Tickets cost just £15 for general admission, with VIP tickets at £25.

Africa Rising - ThisDay Music and Fashion Festival - 14 October

The grand finale of Africa Rising - an energetic show to raise awareness of a positive Africa - takes place at the Royal Albert Hall and includes Christina Aguilera, Seal, Youssou N'Dour along with stunning catwalk shows by renowned international designers with supermodels from around the world, including Naomi Campbell and Alex Wek. Tickets from £55.

Breakthrough Breast Cancer - Stacey Kent Concert - 13 October

Jazz singer Stacey Kent will perform a special charity concert as part of Breast Cancer Awareness Month at the O2 Indigo Arena on 13th October 2008. Proceeds of the event will go to the Breakthrough Breast Cancer Campaign. Tickets from £10.

Children of Peace - Busting for Peace Burlesque Dinner - 9 October

Volupte presents the Busting for Peace Burlesque Dinner Gala to raise money for Children of Peace. The Gala - at which it is hoped to raise over £1000 for the charity - will feature a full burlesque and vaudeville cabaret show headlined by some of the UK's best-loved talent - as well as a very special auction, and various other surprises speckled throughout the night. Tickets cost £75 in advance by calling 0207 831 1622 or by booking online and include a 3-course meal, a glass of champagne and dancing till 3.00am. £10 from the ticket price and £1 from each cocktail sold will go to the charity.

Kids Company and Jail Guitar Doors - Ealing Live! - 9 October

Catch a comedy show unlike any other at the new Leceister Square Theatre - four variety gang-shows of sketches, songs and characters from the cast of the legendary Ealing Live!, the club that launched what Bruce Dessau called "a new comedic dynasty". Re-united here to raise funds for Kids Company and Jail Guitar Doors this is your chance to see many TV faces, including David Armand, James Bachman, Katy Brand, Justin Edwards, Simon Farnaby, Richard Glover, John Hopkins, Tony Law, Shelley Longworth, Tom Meeten, Barunka O'Shaugnessy, Katherine Parkinson, Dan Renton Skinner, Nick Tanner, Gareth Tunley, Tom Verrall, Ben Willbond, including very special guests Kevin Eldon and if.comedy nominee Pippa Eva