GuideAugust Bank Holiday with Kids in London 2026
Your complete guide to the best family events, free activities and days out across London this Bank Holiday weekend.
📅 Saturday 29 – Monday 31 August 2026
Three glorious days off, the last big weekend of summer, and London is buzzing with things to do.
Whether your gang wants to run wild outdoors, get creative at a workshop, catch a family show, or just find a great park with an ice cream — we've rounded up the very best of what's happening this Bank Holiday weekend. Free festivals, rainy-day backups, toddler-friendly events and adventures for bigger kids — it's all here, ready to go.
At a Glance
- Date
- 29–31 August 2026
- Best for
- Families with children 0–12
- Budget
- Free – ££
- Weather
- Indoor & outdoor options
- Booking
- Varies — some events are walk-up, others need booking
- Area
- Across London
Updated 20 August 2026
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