Discover the best upcoming events and activities for families across London
166 upcoming events
Welcome to Babylon Park, London's best-kept secret. As the city's first-ever underground theme park, Babylon Park promises an epic day out—whatever the weather! Whether you're zooming through space on
An interactive guided tour packed with stories, activities and surprises especially designed for explorers aged 4-7.
Turn containers that might otherwise be thrown away into colourful artwork at a reuse-and-recycling craft session.
Discover autumn wildlife, build mini bug hotels, and hunt for fungi inside Holland Park's peaceful Ecology Centre. A lovely green activity in Kensington.
40 Stalls selling excellent condition baby and children’s goods at bargain prices. Well-known brands at a fraction of high street prices. Everything imaginable for your little ones. Buggies & Travel
Oin us to learn how to code through fun games, activities and challenges! Work together as a team and make new friends! No booking, just drop in! (Ages 6+)
Come and join the Family History Group and find out about the history of your own family. Every first and third Wednesday of the month. No need to book, just come along and join in.
James invented the idea of proper stand-up for children in 2001. Since then he has been travelling the world, bringing high-quality laughter to children in thousands of schools, libraries, theatres, f
Gentle show for babies aged 6-18 months at the Unicorn.
Join Hey Duggee's Squirrel Club on an autumn adventure trail at Kew Gardens this half term. Pick up a trail map, collect badge stamps at interactive challenge stations and finish with a photo alongside a child-sized Duggee sculpture. Included with garden entry.
Meet famous resident alpacas Rolo, Toffee and Cookie,, pet cuddly rabbits, and join weekend farm craft clubs . Enjoy Meet and Greet Experiences, getting up close and personal with friendly animals - must be booked in advance
Half-term family show for ages 3-8 at Polka.
Half-term show for ages 6-12 at Polka.
Meet costumed characters like Captain Woodget, sing live maritime sea shanties, and steer the ship's wheel beneath the copper hull of the famous tea clipper.
First stage show for the Axel Scheffler favourites, ages 2-5.
Peer through giant solar telescopes, touch real space meteorites, and stand on the historic Prime Meridian line where East meets West.
Walk around the ancient palace grounds, discover the historic walled garden, and complete a Tudor leaf hunt along the banks of the Thames.
Top-quality theatre for young children every Saturday morning in Hammersmith, featuring puppetry, magical storytelling, and lively musical performances.
A scare-free half-term Halloween experience among the wetlands, aimed especially at younger children.
Our children's art classes run on a termly basis, providing children aged 6-9 with an introduction to the basics of drawing and painting. Each week children will build on their skills learnt in previ
Explore 11 large-scale contemporary artworks in the English Gardens at The Regent's Park. Frieze Sculpture is a free outdoor exhibition and a relaxed option for families to combine art with time in the park.
Are you a mighty master or a new knight looking for a sparking quest? Kings and Queens get ready for friendly battle! Learn creative thinking skills and make new friends. All skill levels welcome,
Come along and read with our friendly Reading Buddy volunteer. The reading group runs every Monday during school term time.
For 0-5s and their adults! Join us to explore the museum through songs, stories, crafts and play! There will be a different, fun theme every week.
Do you love expressing yourself by colouring, drawing and making fun crafts? Join us in creating your own decorations, toys, gifts and so much more to display at home to wow your friends and family!
Celebrating 100 years of Winnie-the-Pooh alongside the 200th anniversary of ZSL, this special storybook trail brings to life a new story inspired by A.A. Milne and E.H. Shepard. This tale found within ‘A Little Boy and His Bear’ follows Pooh and Eeyore on an unforgettable night-time adventure through London Zoo after the pair are accidentally left behind by Christopher Robin.
Join a spine-tingling, city-spanning adventure where your phone becomes a paranormal detector and every corner hides a clue. Hunt down ten mischievous spirits, crack their creepy challenges, and piece
Free family workshops and storytelling across half term at the National Maritime Museum, Greenwich.
Halloween trail with Daylight, Twilight and Moonlight sessions — pick the scare level that suits your family.
Join us for the best party in town! Bring along the kids, show off your Jurassic jive and listen to your favourite tunes at our family-friendly headphone disco. Ages 6 - 12
Turn your child into a superhero for a day! Kid Quest in London is a real-world city adventure for kids between 4 and 8 years old, designed to spark curiosity, connection, and learning through fun outdoor play.
Calling all witches, wizards, vampires, skeletons and little monsters! Dress up in your favourite Halloween costume and join us for a wonderfully wacky afternoon of circus, magic and family fun.
Relaxed Creative Dance Classes for Ages 4-7 and grownups Day: Saturday Time: 10:45am - 12:15pm Term Dates: Sat 19 Sept - Sat 5 Dec 2026 (11-week term) Drop - in £14
Guided autumn nature walks, den building, acorn collecting, and wildlife track identification in ancient woodland near Queen Elizabeth's Hunting Lodge.
An interactive gaming gallery featuring over 160 video game consoles spanning five decades, allowing kids and parents to play classic arcade games to modern VR setups.
It’s Half Term! It’s Halloween! Calling all witches, wizards, vampires, skeletons and little monsters. Dress up in your favourite Halloween costume and join us for a wonderfully wacky show of circus, magic and family fun.
Step into the iconic Harry Potter sets as they are transformed with creepy Halloween decorations, floating pumpkins, and Death Eater duels. Families can explore the darker side of magic and learn wand combat techniques.
Explore haunting history and spooky stories at the iconic fortress during October half-term. Children can spot spectral projections, solve ghostly riddles, and discover medieval secrets.
The world-famous photography exhibition opens its 2026 edition at the Natural History Museum, showcasing 100 stunning images of nature and wildlife. Children can learn about biodiversity, animal behavior, and conservation.
Take part in a craft, singing and storytelling session, especially for families with children under five years old.
Enchanting multi-sensory music and storytelling sessions held in the intimate Porch space of the iconic Royal Albert Hall, led by professional musicians and storytellers. 0-5 year olds
A delightful new stage show for young children at Wimbledon's dedicated children's theatre, following two quirky animal friends on an autumn adventure.
A live interactive planetarium show at Greenwich designed specifically for young children aged 3-7, exploring the Solar System with Ted the Bear.
Discover vibrant autumn foliage along the River Wandle, build den shelters in the woods, and collect fall leaves for natural crafts at this free National Trust park.
East London's unique immersive play space designed for kids 0-11 to build stories, explore fantasy play structures, and climb through a outdoor story garden.
The UK's national museum of art and design for children in Bethnal Green offers free interactive play galleries, optical illusion games, and weekend maker studios.
Explore 105 acres of urban wetlands in Barnes, observing migrating autumn wildfowl, building mud pies, and following seasonal nature discovery trails.
Disney's award-winning West End musical brings the African Serengeti to life through breathtaking puppets, dazzling costumes, and unforgettable Elton John songs.
Roald Dahl's beloved story of an extraordinary girl with a vivid imagination and telekinetic powers continues to thrill audiences at the Cambridge Theatre.
Discover the untold story of the Witches of Oz in this spectacular West End musical featuring soaring vocals, dramatic flying effects, and stunning emerald costumes.
Tate Modern's free flagship family art programme transforms the Turbine Hall and Clore Studio into an expansive creative playground for kids of all ages.
An interactive, free indoor play space in West India Quay where kids under eight can load cargo ships, drive trains, and build dockland cranes.
Henry VIII's historic palace hosts spooky half-term fun with ghost trails through Tudor corridors and adventure outdoor play in the Magic Garden.
The UK's leading flagship theatre for young audiences near Tower Bridge presents bold, innovative new plays created specifically for children aged 0-12.
Meet friendly pigs, sheep, goats, and ducks in the heart of East London. Features weekend animal feeding sessions and child-friendly garden trails.
Follow the woodland trail through lakes and ancient trees, spotting squirrels, acorns, and autumn fungi in this expansive green oasis in West London.
Spot migratory birds, kingfishers, and autumn wildlife across Europe's largest urban wetland reserve with binoculars and guided family trail sheets.
Watch meerkats, lemurs, and otters enjoy seasonal autumn treat enrichment boxes, plus enjoy zookeeper talks and adventure play areas in Battersea Park.
Explore world music instruments, view exotic sea life in the aquarium, and take part in art workshops in Forest Hill. A beloved South East London family destination.
Descend beneath Guildhall Yard to discover London's original Roman Amphitheatre and try on gladiator helmets. A fascinating free historical adventure in the City.
Get creative in outdoor art tents and gallery spaces with hands-on painting, printmaking, and sculpture workshops for children in Dulwich.
Discover thoughtful, high-quality children's theatre in an intimate East London venue dedicated to young audiences. Great ticket prices and wonderfully warm community vibes.
Golders Hill Park is a beautiful landscaped park with plenty to see and do all year round for all the family. See fallow deer, ring-tailed lemurs, and exotic birds in Golders Hill Park before exploring colorful autumn gardens and the famous Pergola.
Hunt for life-sized Victorian dinosaur statues around the tidal lake while following a fun audio story guide. An iconic outdoor South London day out.
Free drop-in family play activities every Saturday.
An exhibition celebrating the borough's footballing heritage with objects on loan from national and private collections.
Uncover eerie stories, complete the Halloween garden trail, and meet costumed storytellers in the Art Deco grounds of Eltham Palace. A grand autumn outing in South East London.
Protein's dance-theatre adaptation blends dance, storytelling, singing and visuals.
The world's longest-running motoring event, free to watch in London.
Richmond's biggest fireworks night lands on Halloween weekend with a Halloween-themed display choreographed to music, funfair and 20+ food stalls.
Ride the museum's small steam locomotive Thomas Wicksteed.
A joyful family show combining clowning, slapstick, live music and audience play in an interactive adventure celebrating laughter, imagination and the joy of trying again.
Free family fireworks in the heart of London, with live stage performances, food stalls and fairground rides. Gates open 3.30pm and the display starts at 6pm.
Free informal sound sessions for families with children aged 0-2.
Musical storytelling and sensory play for babies and young children.
A popular free bonfire night celebration in central London designed exclusively for children and their families. The park hosts glowing light performances, food stalls, and a child-safe fireworks display.
Merton Council's family-friendly display at Wimbledon Park, with a stunning show set to music plus funfair, street food and bars. These shows sell out.
Waltham Forest's biggest fireworks night runs across three evenings, with two displays each night, a twilight show for little ones, funfair and fire performers.
Enjoy two spectacular firework displays including an early child-friendly show with Disney music themes and funfair rides. A top Bonfire Night tradition in Merton.
A play for parents and babies blending drama and sensory play, followed by a guided stay-and-play.
Songs, rhymes and stories for under-fives and parents or carers.
North London's ultimate Bonfire Night festival offers breathtaking fireworks, a futuristic light and drone show, a giant bonfire, and panoramic views across London. Families can enjoy an ice rink, street food, and funfair rides.
South London's biggest bonfire night celebration returns to Battersea Park with two nights of spectacular pyrotechnics, light shows, and family fun. Sunday night features a dedicated early family show with child-friendly light installations.
Enjoy a giant family fireworks night in Herne Hill with children's funfair stalls, hot pizza, and mulled drinks. A highly popular South East London celebration.
Southgate's community fireworks night with a funfair, inflatables and a big street food line-up. Walking is recommended as road closures are in place.
Merton Council's family-friendly display at Morden Park, with fireworks set to music plus funfair, street food and bars. These shows sell out.
A family fundraising display at Dulwich Sports Club with live music from 5.30pm, loads of food stalls and under-12s tickets for just £1. Always sells out.
Darryl J Carrington turns everyday objects into juggling, balancing and silent-comedy adventures in an interactive family circus show.
Family-friendly live jazz in the cafe from Trinity Laban alumni.
BORN N BREAD's family dance party with DJ sets, singalongs and feel-good tunes, following Saturday Sessions.
Create imaginative 3D drawings with architectural educators MATT+FIONA.
Looking for a fun family activity for you and the children? These family making sessions are suitable for beginners and are open to parents and guardians with a child 7+ years old. These classes are i
This unique sleepover gives kids the chance to explore the Museum after dark while taking part in fun and educational activities.
Join us for a fun day of quizzing, drinks and fundraising for The Sick Children's Trust. We ask everyone attending to make a suggested donation of £10 per person, either via our JustGiving page in adv
Looking for a fun family activity for you and the children? These family making sessions are suitable for beginners and are open to parents and guardians with a child 7+ years old. These classes are i
A huge musical fireworks display with a Mega Diwali show, full-size funfair, inflatable park, world food arena and free entry from 12–3pm.
An architecture-inspired creative workshop in a smaller group and sensory-adapted environment for families who would benefit from the adaptations.
Blackheath Common's big fireworks night returns, bigger than ever with a Big Top music stage, Massaoke, Lords of Lightning, comedy and an extended funfair.
A 20-minute choreographed display fired to music over Danson Lake in Bexley, with live music, a family funfair and a street food village. Early bird from £8 a child.
Bromley's biggest fireworks display with their largest funfair yet, food stalls and a licensed bar. Doors 5.45pm and fireworks at 7.30pm.
Box Tale Soup's puppet adaptation of Kenneth Grahame's story.
Stories, songs and sensory play for ages 2-5, particularly beneficial to neurodivergent children.
Comedy and music for ages 12+. Under 16s must attend with an adult; may include strong language. Evening performances at 19:30.
Enjoy festive market stalls, choir singing, Santa's grotto visits, and light switch-on fun in Marylebone Village. A charming neighborhood celebration in Central London.
Skate alongside the Thames on London's unique riverside ice rink with three interconnected rinks and a central illuminated tree. A stunning winter experience in Battersea.
Glide across the magnificent open-air ice rink in Somerset House's neoclassical courtyard. Features a towering Christmas tree and festive rinkside treats for all ages.
A playful, visual winter show with integrated BSL for ages 1-4.
Majestic glowing 'Spirits of Christmas' light canopy sculptures soar above historic Regent Street, offering a world-class festive visual display for strolling families.
Browse wooden market chalets selling handmade wooden toys, churros, and festive gifts in Kingston's Ancient Market Place. Features live acoustic music and carousel rides.
Kew Gardens transforms into a magical glowing winter wonderland with over one million twinkling lights, illuminated botanical displays, and festive soundscapes. Families can stroll along the light trail, meet Father Christmas, and enjoy seasonal treats.
A 30-minute poems, nursery rhymes and stories session at the National Poetry Library.
The Lyric's big family pantomime for Christmas 2026.
One of the world's oldest civic pageants features a three-mile procession of marching bands, giant floats, ceremonial carriages, and acrobatics through the City of London. Families can enjoy free street entertainment, museum zones, and river displays.
Take on a designer's creative brief together in Open Studio, using museum objects, materials and tools with help from creative facilitators.
An all-ages afternoon hosted by drag artists, with bingo, songs and games.
Stroll down Elizabeth Street amidst snowy shopfront displays, brass bands, and pony rides during Belgravia's festive launch weekend. A picture-perfect festive start.
World premiere festive show: Santa finally gets to celebrate, ages 4+.
The Great Hall decked for Christmas at the Harry Potter studio tour.
Polka's big festive musical adventure in Neverland for ages 5-12.
A Snow Queen story adventure ending in Santa's grotto.
The Rooms Through Time decked for winters past, present and future.
British Airways Cabin Crew Entertainment Society presents a family pantomime.
Chickenshed's big 2026 Christmas show for ages 5+.
London's spectacular winter festival opens in mid-November featuring ice skating, magical circus shows, giant observation wheel rides, and Santa Land for younger children.
Children explore museum jobs through activities and roleplay.
Activities and games for dads and male carers with their children, including sports, soft play and pizza.
Meet Santa in a Dickensian grotto in the Sailortown gallery.
Skate on an outdoor ice rink with Henry VIII's majestic palace as your backdrop. A fairytale winter outing for families living in or visiting South West London.
Birmingham Rep's new production of The Snowman dances into the West End.
Carrot Productions' live-orchestra film screening.
Benji Davies' Christmas story told with Little Angel puppetry, 5+.
Watch Raymond Briggs' magical story brought to life with enchanting dance, live orchestra, and flying stage magic. A sparkling festive tradition in Holborn that mesmerizes every generation.
Santa's Covent Garden grotto plus festive characters in the galleries.
Christmas crafts, a grotto visit and a gift at the zoo.
A festive family adventure on the River Bank at the Rose.
Gather around London's giant Norwegian spruce tree to hear live choir carols and admire the festive lights in Trafalgar Square. An iconic, free London winter tradition.
An evening orchestral concert recommended for ages 8+, exploring movement through tango and orchestral dance. Starts 19:00.
A penguin dad and his chick: wintry show for ages 1-4.
A festive concert of Christmas songs and seasonal favourites.
Meet Father Christmas and receive a gift.
Little Bulb's clowning-and-puppets journey to the South Pole, ages 3-7.
Tales from the Shed's festive show for ages 0-7.
Puppetry Christmas show about Scruff the puppy, ages 3-6.
Imperial Classical Ballet presents The Nutcracker with a live orchestra.
A weekend steam-up at the museum.
Model steam trains running on a purpose-built track with the Association of 16mm Narrow Gauge Modellers.
Musical adaptation of Aesop's fable about friendship and opposites, with a chance to meet the actors after the show.
JW3's big family Chanukah party on the first Sunday of the festival.
A festive storytelling session with Santa at the NHM.
Santa sets up camp in Ally Pally's East Court.
A free festive event with over 40 artists and makers, live performances and festive treats..
Pre-opening museum access for neurodivergent children and families.
Mrs H and the Sing-along Band's festive family show.
Immersion Theatre's 2026 family panto at Harrow Arts Centre, with relaxed and BSL performances and a cast meet-and-greet add-on.
Polka's biggest family party of the year, ahead of Antarctica.
A stage adaptation of Claire Freedman and Ben Cort's festive picture book.
A family pantomime with Jack, Dame Trott and Simon.
Family pantomime at the Ashcroft Theatre.
A festive family pantomime with songs, comedy and South London character.
artsdepot's Christmas family show in North Finchley.
Redbridge Creates Theatre Company's pop-up family panto in the Kenneth More Theatre foyer while the auditorium reopens after refurbishment.
A family activity session with games and pizza.
Quizzes take a slower pace than traditional ones. We are parents ourselves, and understand juggling a ‘baby brain’ with baby distractions! We take two breaks to feed, change and chat, and questions a
Our much-loved Bring Your Baby Pub Quiz host, Anthony, is hosting a Bank Holiday special that's made for the whole family. Whether you're joining us with your kids, grandparents, friends or neighbours
Let's All Dance Ballet Company's family production.