What's On in London, North

The Smeds and The Smoos

Venue: Lyric Theatre

Website: www.tallstories.org.uk/dates-and-tickets/the-smeds-and-the-smoos

A joyful tale of star-crossed aliens. Music, laughs and interplanetary adventures for everyone aged 3 and up, from Tall Stories – the company that brought you The Gruffalo and Room on the Broom live...

VE Day 80 Community Exhibition

Venue: RAF Museum London

Website: www.rafmuseum.org.uk

To mark the 80th anniversary of Victory in Europe Day the RAF Museum connected with local residents and schools to discover more about how the end of the Second World War was celebrated in Barnet. The...

Anna Fiorentini Theatre School

Venue: Various venues

Website: www.afperformingarts.com

Apart from weekly classes in Drama, Singing and Dance, students at the Camden branch will enjoy exclusive masterclasses that go beyond the spotlight. Whether your child dreams of the spotlight or just...

Chatterbooks Children's Reading Group

Venue: Dalston CLR Library

Website: www.lovehackney.uk/dalston-clr-james-library-activities

Last Wednesday of the month from 4pm to 5pm. A monthly reading group for children aged 8 to 12. Join the library to talk about books, meet new people and discover your next favourite read!

Chess Club

Venue: Dalston CLR Library

Website: www.lovehackney.uk/dalston-clr-james-library-activities

Every Sunday 2pm to 3pm join the club of one of the oldest games in the world. It teaches strategic thinking, logic and it’s fun too. No booking required. Open to any skill level. Ages 7+.

Family Station: Explore and Play

Venue: British Library

Website: https://events.bl.uk

The Family Station, located on the Upper Ground Floor, includes creative resources full of ideas to explore, make and play in the Library. It is completely drop-in, so arrive anytime between 11am and 3pm...

First Class Learning

Venue: Various venues

Website: www.firstclasslearning.co.uk/tuition-centres

First Class Learning offers a tailored, structured programme to suit each child, bridging gaps and building up their confidence at a pace that is comfortable for them. Their programme is aligned with the...

Join the Stagecoach Community

Venue: Various venues in Highgate and Hampstead Heath

Website: www.stagecoach.co.uk/highgate

Stagecoach students thrive in an environment where creativity is nurtured and technique and style are developed each week. Stagecoach are proud to support the next generation both in and out of the classroom....

Kumon Free Trial

Venue: Various venues

Website: www.kumon.co.uk

By studying little and often through daily worksheets and regular class sessions (online and/or in centre), students steadily increase ability and fluency, building their skills in small, manageable steps....

Lego Club

Venue: Dalston CLR Library

Website: www.lovehackney.uk/dalston-clr-james-library-activities

Every Saturday 2pm to 4pm. Helping children to develop and reinforce play and social skills. Join the club, no booking required. Best for ages 6 and over.

Minecraft Experience

Venue: Maritime Street

Address: Corner Corner, Canada Water

Website: www.minecraftexperience.com/london

Don’t miss Minecraft Experience: Villager Rescue, the ultimate real-life immersive adventure coming to London. Battle mobs and collect resources in a daring quest to save the villagers. Experience Minecraft...

Mini Farmers Club

Venue: Hackney City Farm

Website: www.hackneycityfarm.co.uk

Held every Saturday morning from 10.30am–12.30pm. It’s a great way for younger kids to learn about nature, make arts and crafts and get to know the animals, under the careful supervision of their livestock...

Nile Wilson Gymnastics Academy

Venue: Various locations

Website: https://nwga.co.uk/

NWG Academy is a specialist Gymnastics, Parkour and Acrobatic Dance company based in London. NWG Academy classes are for children aged 3 ½ years old and upwards and Ballet for adults up to 80yrs old....

Perform weekly drama, dance and singing classes

Venue: Aldersbrook, Bow, Hackney, Haggerston, Isle of Dogs, Leyton, South Woodford, Stratford, Walthamstow, Wanstead

Website: www.perform.org.uk/try

Confidence-building drama classes for 4-7s and 7-12s. A unique mix of fun drama games, dance and singing specially designed to boost confidence, communication, concentration and coordination. To book a...

Platinum Performing Arts

Venue: Millfield Arts Centre

Website: www.millfieldtheatre.co.uk

The Platinum Performing Arts School offers training in dance, drama, and singing for ages 3-17. For those 16+, the Platinum Academy provides elite coaching in performance and production.Whether watching...

Poolside Manor

Venue: Lyndhurst Gardens

Website: www.poolsidemanor.com

Poolside Manor is a family run swim school in North London, dedicated to helping children gain confidence in the water. With a 32°C pool designed for young swimmers, small class sizes, and daily maintenance...

Questors Youth Theatre

Venue: The Questors Theatre

Website: www.questors.org.uk

QYT is a fantastic Youth Theatre which is part of The Questors Theatre in Ealing and offers weekly drama classes for ages 5-18. Activities include Drama Games, Improvisation, Storytelling, Group Work,...

Story Explorers: A journey through imaginary worlds

Venue: British Library

Website: https://events.bl.uk/exhibitions/story-explorers

Take a free family trip through the collection and discover the stories behind objects which take you to wondrous places. Includes interactive elements for children to play with including a fun activity...

Transport Explorers: A Live Show

Venue: London Transport Museum

Website: www.ltmuseum.co.uk

Packed with comedy, science demos, and audience interaction, this 60-minute show takes kidson a journey through amazing moments in London’s transport history, from world-changing innovation in the 1800s...

Young Actors Theatre

Venue: 70-72 Barnsbury Road

Website: www.youngactors.org.uk

YATI believe that financial barriers should never prevent young people from accessing the arts. That’s why they created the StageDoor programme – a bursary scheme designed to support students from...

Messy Science

Venue: Lyric Hammersmith Theatre

Website: www.lyric.co.uk

Are you really good at making a mess? Do you want to learn to take your mess to the next level… in the name of science? Join the presenters from the Royal Institution for an exciting show where they’ll...

Children's Performance Project

Venue: Chickenshed

Website: www.chickenshed.org.uk

Perfect for children of all experience levels, Performance Project is creatively designed to combine and develop music, dance, and singing skills. You can join in on a weekly basis, but do note that spaces...

Little Spark

Venue: Chickenshed

Website: www.chickenshed.org.uk

Every week is a new adventure! These stand-alone workshops are built around a different theme each session, weaving together elements of drama, dance, music, art, and a magical visit from their Storyteller.These...

Palmers Green Festival

Venue: Broomfield Park

Website: www.fobp.uk/pg-festival

Enjoy the funfair, food and drink ,Vintage Village, Family Zone, Artisan food and crafts, Art Exhibition, live music and dance, donkey rides and much more at this free event for all the family.

The Listies: Make Some Noise

Venue: Arts Depot

Website: www.artsdepot.co.uk/event/the-listies-make-some-noise

For over a decade kids comedy maestros The Listies have toured the world doing shows for literally gazillions of kidults (that’s kids and their adults). Now it’s your turn.Make Some Noise! is a comedy...

Wonderful Wildlife Weekends

Venue: Woodberry Wetlands

Website: www.wildlondon.org.uk

Explore the pond and surrounding areas to discover the wildlife that lives at Woodberry Wetlands. Toads, tadpoles, woodlice and worms are just a selection of the animals that you might discover. Activities...

Little Swifts 2025

Venue: RAF Museum London

Website: www.rafmuseum.org.uk

Fun and lively sessions for pre-school children which include arts and crafts, games, stories and songs. Each session is linked to the amazing collection and helps bring the Museum to life. Free but please...

Murmuration Level 2

Venue: Peacock Theatre

Website: www.sadlerswells.com

Sadeck Berrabah presents Murmuration Level 2. A mesmerising family dance show blending hip-hop, ballet and martial arts. Expect hypnotic shapes, captivating music, and moments that will take your breath...

Barnet Food Festival 2025

Venue: RAF Museum London

Website: www.rafmuseum.org.uk

With live music, children’s activities and food stalls from across the UK, it’s an unmissable event for all ages. Tuck into pizza, kebabs, curries and more, then explore the Museum’s amazing aircraft...

Relaxed Tours at London Zoo

Venue: Londonn Zoo

Address: Regents Park

Website: www.londonzoo.org

Relaxed Tours allow neurodivergent people and other people who would benefit in a calm and safe environment to enjoy the zoo. Please note, these sessions are guided by London Zoo teams, along a set route...

The Witch who Couldn’t Sleep

Venue: Lyric Hammersmith Theatre

Website: www.lyric.co.uk

Based on a story from Steven Lee’s best selling How the Koala Learnt to Hug and Other Australian Fairytales, this gentle, heart-warming show is just what you need to enjoy a cosy, cuddly time together...

Comedy Club 4 Kids

Venue: Park Theatre

Website: www.parktheatre.co.uk

The show is family friendly, but without any patronising idiocy. In fact, it’s just like a normal comedy club, but it’s on in the day, kids are allowed in, and thus there is a higher than usual chance...

The Family Magic Show

Venue: Jacksons Lane

Website: www.jacksonslane.org.uk

Join the 'Emperor of Illusion' and his magical dog, Baldwin, on a hilariously silly, death-defying adventure. This hilariously silly performance traces their partnership from humble beginnings to attempting...

The Zoo That Comes To You

Venue: Arts Depot

Website: www.artsdepot.co.uk

Follow the journey of two animal enthusiasts sharing their love of, and concern for, animals with the world.Featuring puppetry, live music and playful characters, Scarlet Oak Theatre welcomes you to join...

Wild Life Drawing: Marvellous Minibeasts at Woodberry Wetlands

Venue: Woodberry Wetlands New River Studio

Website: www.wildlondon.org.uk

This class is suitable for adults and families alike, children to must be over 5 years of age and accompanied by an adult also taking part in the class. All abilities are welcome- whether your sketching...

Zippos Circus

Venue: Palmers Green

Website: https://zippos.co.uk

The ever-popular acrobat and comedy star Paulo Dos Santos once again hosts the show. He might only be 3ft 6in tall but he has a big personality. Artists from Italy, France, Kenya, Mongolia, South America,...

Puss in Boots

Venue: Lyric Hammersmith Theatre

Website: www.lyric.co.uk

Would you trust a talking cat? You never know, he might turn you from a pauper to a prince just like the hero of this story. With a host of puppets, a working windmill and an avalanche of fruit and nuts...

David Gibb’s Family Jukebox

Venue: Arts Depot

Website: www.artsdepot.co.uk

Join David and his magical music Jukebox as he takes you on a trip through his hilarious and often surreal imagination, where wolves roam the school corridors, dragons live under the bed and teddy bears...

Family Workshop: ⁠Portals and Other Worlds

Venue: British Library

Website: https://events.bl.uk

Join authors Anne Chen, Candy Gourlay and Camille Whitcher as they explore story portals to other worlds. Take part in this storytelling workshop, as Anne reveals a strange boy from another universe who...

Family Workshop: Our Planet

Venue: British Library

Website: https://events.bl.uk

Meet two authors who love to celebrate animals and our planet. Discover Lui Sit's heart pounding adventure story, The Last Wildcat. Then be transported by Candy Gourlay's, Little Rhino Lost! Suitable for...

Family Workshop: Vietnam, Family and Home

Venue: British Library

Website: https://events.bl.uk

Experience a reading of The Endless Sea, a moving story about displacement and hope. Then take part in a guided discussion exploring the book's themes, including who and what are refugees and why people...

Macbeth - Shakespeare's Globe at Forty Hall

Venue: Forty Hall Estate

Website: www.fortyhallestate.co.uk

This storytelling performance is brought to life by our highly skilled Globe practitioners who include actors, teachers, and directors. For ages 5–12 and their families.All those attending a session...

The Winter’s Tale - Shakespeare’s Globe at Forty Hall

Venue: Forty Hall Estate

Website: www.fortyhallestate.co.uk

Gather for a thrilling Family Storytelling performance of Shakespeare’s time-travelling, country-hopping story, The Winter’s Tale.Storytelling performances are led by one of the Globe’s highly experienced...

Little Gift

Venue: Half Moon Young People’s Theatre

Website: www.halfmoon.org.uk

Meet Ted, a cautious old soul living all alone in a busy, bustling town. He likes it that way. It’s quieter and safer. Until one extraordinary day, a surprise visitor turns his lonely life upside down.Told...

Snow White Rose Red Bear Brown

Venue: Lyric Hammersmith Theatre

Website: www.lyric.co.uk

Snow White and Rose Red – sisters, twins, best friends – have lived in the forest since they were babes in the wood. When their quiet life is interrupted by a friendly bear a new chapter begins…...

Adventures in Science

Venue: Jacksons Lane

Website: www.jacksonslane.org.uk

The Magical Mr West (from Morgan & West) presents Adventures in Science! Join him and his corvid Crowbert for an incredible journey into scientific principles, featuring curious contraptions, skills,...

Little Gift

Venue: Arts Depot

Website: www.artsdepot.co.uk

A tender and warm story about friendship and the joy to be found just around every corner. Meet Ted, a cautious old soul living all alone in a busy, bustling town. He likes it that way. It’s quieter...

Bee and Honey Annual Show

Venue: Capel Manor Gardens

Website: www.capelmanorgardens.co.uk

Visitors can immerse themselves in the captivating world of honeybees as they witness their daily activities in an observation hive. There will be engaging craft activities such as candle rolling and bee...

Chorister Experience Day

Venue: Westminster Abbey

Website: www.abbeychoirschool.org

Each term, interested boys aged 6-9 can experience being an Abbey chorister for the day. A love of singing and enthusiasm for music are all they need, no formal training is necessary.

FREE Family Fun Day

Venue: Half Moon Young People’s Theatre

Website: www.halfmoon.org.uk

Half Moon’s FREE family fun day returns for a tenth year with another selection of fun community events to get involved in. Throughout the day will be pop-up storytelling performances, music and movement...

Here Comes Gudong

Venue: Lyric Hammersmith Theatre

Website: www.lyric.co.uk

Here Comes Gudong is an award-winning interactive children’s theatre show. This eco-conscious adventure invites young audiences to journey through enchanted forests alongside a quirky crew of mythical...

ABBA for Kids

Venue: Cadogan Hall

Website: www.cadoganhall.com

Featuring all your favourite ABBA hits including ‘Mamma Mia’, ‘Waterloo’, ‘Knowing Me, Knowing You’, ‘Thank You For The Music’, ‘Super Trooper’, ‘Money, Money, Money’, ‘Dancing...

Rock and Rhyme

Venue: Arts Depot

Website: www.artsdepot.co.uk

Sing along to timeless favourites like Old MacDonald, Wheels on the Bus, and Sleeping Bunnies, all with a fresh, exciting twist that will have both children and grown-ups bopping along. This interactive...

RBC Race for the Kids at School

Venue: Nationwide

Website: www.gosh.org/get-involved

Take part in the annual school charity fun run between 6-10 October and help build the new Children's Cancer Centre at Great Ormond Street Hospital (GOSH). Get the whole class - or even the whole school...

Baby Bear

Venue: Jacksons Lane

Website: www.jacksonslane.org.uk

Join Baby Bear on a playful journey through nature in this uplifting puppetry adventure for babies, toddlers and their families. With beautiful visuals, gentle interaction and a soothing soundtrack, it’s...

Family Barn Dances

Venue: Cecil Sharp House

Website: www.efdss.org/learning/family/barn-dances

Held on weekend afternoons, barn dances (also known as ceilidhs) are an excellent opportunity to discover the world of folk dance and music together in a relaxed, sociable atmosphere. They’re great exercise...

Lose the Path, Find Your Way

Venue: Chickenshed

Website: www.chickenshed.org.uk

Ever been well and truly lost in the middle of a forest with no idea how to get home? Sam is. And he can’t shake the feeling he’s being followed…When the story runs out before the end, the audience...

Ultimate Bubble Show

Venue: Jacksons Lane

Website: www.jacksonslane.org.uk

Back by popular demand Ray Bubbles fills the stage with giant bubble storms, dancing shapes, and more — all powered by soap and science. A fun, inclusive show loved by families and sensory-friendly audiences...

ZooTown

Venue: London Zoo

Address: Regents Park

Website: www.londonzoo.org

Immersive role play experience at London Zoo for curious kids aged 3-8. ZooTown will unlock a world of possibilities for children as they play their way through the adventure, learn new skills, and get...

The Ugly Duckling

Venue: Jacksons Lane

Website: www.jacksonslane.org.uk

A beautiful retelling of the classic tale using expressive ballet, charming characters, and heartfelt storytelling. This uplifting production celebrates difference, self-belief, and finding your place...

Little M

Venue: The Place

Website: https://theplace.org.uk

Fantastical puppetry, magical transformations and spectacular dance all combine to tell this extraordinary coming-of-age story. Little M brings a celebration of difference and acceptance for everyone aged...

Sir Charlie Stinky Socks and the Really Big Adventure

Venue: Jacksons Lane

Website: www.jacksonslane.org.uk

Join brave Sir Charlie and his friends on an epic, musical quest filled with dragons, witches, and magical surprises. A fast-paced, interactive adventure based on the much-loved picture book, bursting...

Christmas Comes to Moominvalley 

Venue: Jacksons Lane

Website: www.jacksonslane.org

The Moomins are woken up from their winter sleep to be told that ‘Christmas’ is coming. The only trouble is, the puzzled Moomins have no idea who, or what ‘Christmas’ is . . . The Moomin family...

Cinderella

Venue: The Questors Theatre

Website: www.questors.org.uk

Expect big tunes and even bigger hair as Cyndi takes charge and lets her ‘True Colours’ show in a feel-good family pantomime full of romance, rebellion and ridiculousness. £10 tickets are available...

The Magic Flute

Venue: The Place

Website: https://theplace.org.uk

Step into Luca Silvestrini’s highly anticipated new dance-theatre adaptation of Mozart’s opera, The Magic Flute, from award-winning company Protein Dance. This enchanting new tale of love and friendship...

Music Audio Stories Presents Can You Say It?

Venue: Online

Website: www.musicaudiostories.com

With illustrations, voice-overs, animations, and music, this video series will help to teach children about orchestra instruments in a fun and easy way. Videos are released on Saturdays at 11 am on YouTube._Subscribe...