What's On in London, South

The Curling Club

Venue: Vinegar Yard

Website: https://thecurlingclub.com

Following a successful first season, The Curling Club returns bringing curling, seasonal cocktails, and its vibrant après ski experience back to the heart of London Bridge. Enjoy exciting curling sessions,...

The Last Days of Pompeii: The Immersive Exhibition

Venue: Immerse LDN, Excel London Waterfront

Website: https://pompeii-experience.com/london

Travel back 2,000 years with VR and cutting-edge immersive tech and experience Pompeii like never before. Wander ancient Roman streets, explore the legendary Villa of Mysteries and come face-to-face with...

Ballet Shoes

Venue: National Theatre

Website: www.nationaltheatre.org.uk

In a crumbling house full of dinosaur bones and fossils, three adopted sisters – Pauline, Petrova and Posy – are learning who they are and what they want to be. Under the watchful eyes of their guardian...

Ballet Shoes

Venue: National Theatre

Website: www.nationaltheatre.org.uk

In a crumbling house full of dinosaur bones and fossils, three adopted sisters – Pauline, Petrova and Posy – are learning who they are and what they want to be. Under the watchful eyes of their guardian...

Ballet Shoes

Venue: National Theatre

Website: www.nationaltheatre.org.uk

In a crumbling house full of dinosaur bones and fossils, three adopted sisters – Pauline, Petrova and Posy – are learning who they are and what they want to be. Under the watchful eyes of their guardian...

Ballet Shoes

Venue: National Theatre

Website: www.nationaltheatre.org.uk

In a crumbling house full of dinosaur bones and fossils, three adopted sisters – Pauline, Petrova and Posy – are learning who they are and what they want to be. Under the watchful eyes of their guardian...

Character Encounters

Venue: Cutty Sark

Website: www.rmg.co.uk/cutty-sark

Meet Captain Woodget, the ship’s most daring master, Jock Willis, the man who built Cutty Sark, Nannie, the ship’s figurehead, James Robson, the ship’s cook, or new dockworker characters, who all...

Free Crafts at the Museum of Richmond

Venue: Museum of Richmond

Website: www.museumofrichmond.com

Looking for a great way to entertain the kids (and yourself!) for a few hours? Head over to the Museum for FREE Craft Sessions—a perfect way to unleash your family’s creativity! From 1pm every weekday...

Free Trails at the Museum of Richmond

Venue: Museum of Richmond

Website: www.museumofrichmond.com

Follow Lizzie and Harry on their specially designed museum trails, where every exhibit comes alive with fascinating stories, exciting facts, and intriguing mysteries to solve. They are here to lead your...

Junior Parkrun

Venue: Beckenham Place Park

Website: www.beckenhamplacepark.com

Junior parkrun is a free, fun, and friendly weekly 2km walk, jog or run event for 4 to 14 year olds, and their adults, at 9am every Sunday. The aim is for children and families to have fun, enjoy the fresh...

Little Voices Kingston

Venue: Quaker Centre, Fairfield East

Website: https://littlevoices.org.uk/location/kingston-merton

Little Voices Kingston is a boutique performing arts school - bringing exciting new opportunities in drama, singing and confidence-building for local children.Classes are small (no more than nine children...

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...

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...

Shipkeeping Wednesdays

Venue: Cutty Sark

Website: www.rmg.co.uk

Find out about the fascinating work required to keep Cutty Sark looking ship shape. Speak to the team of experts who will explain and demonstrate how the Museum’s dedicated ship keepers care for Cutty...

Take the Stage at the Anna Fiorentini Theatre School

Venue: Various venues

Website: www.annafiorentini.com

As children head into a new school year full of change, a part-time stage school can be the steady, inspiring anchor they need. Whether your child dreams of the spotlight or just needs a confidence boost,...

The Legend of the Titanic Immersive Exhibition

Venue: Unit 1 Canada Water

Website: www.legend-of-titanic.com/london

Journey through a powerful immersive experience that brings the ship’s story to life like never before.Walk her decks, explore her grandeur, witness the drama through immersive 360º projections, VR...

Theatre Peckham Academy

Venue: Theatre Peckham

Address: 221 Havil Street

Website: www.theatrepeckham.co.uk/tp-academy

Theatre Peckham provides the best in performing arts training, striving to cultivate and instill in children a passion for the performing arts through self-exploration, teamwork, creativity, and play,...

Cirque du Soleil OVO

Venue: Royal Albert Hall

Website: www.cirquedusoleil.com

Bursting with breathtaking acrobatics inspired by insects, where crickets leap skyward, butterflies soar midair, ants juggle with precision, and spiders contort, bend and twist in defiance of gravity -...

REPLAY: A Limitless Recycled Playground

Venue: Southbank Centre

Website: www.southbankcentre.co.uk

Explore a limitless world of play, invention and imagination in a recycled playground for children and their grown-ups. Part installation, part adventure playground, REPLAY is a space built entirely out...

Winter Lights

Venue: Canary Wharf

Website: www.canarywharf.com/winter-lights

Canary Wharf’s spectacular Winter Lights festival returns to London for its tenth edition! Canary Wharf will become a dazzling open-air exhibition, playing host to some of the world’s most visionary...

Ballet Shoes

Venue: National Theatre

Website: www.nationaltheatre.org.uk

Under the watchful eyes and guidance of their guardian Sylvia, Nana, and some unlikely lodgers, they fight to pursue their individual passions. But in a world that wasn’t built for women with big ambitions,...

Ballet Shoes

Venue: National Theatre

Website: www.nationaltheatre.org.uk

Under the watchful eyes and guidance of their guardian Sylvia, Nana, and some unlikely lodgers, they fight to pursue their individual passions. But in a world that wasn’t built for women with big ambitions,...

Taylormania

Venue: Fairfield Halls

Website: www.fairfield.co.uk

It is an award-winning extravaganza that pays tribute to one of the leading contemporary recording artists of our time. Katy Ellis a self-confessed ‘Swiftie’ with an incredible live band and dancers...

Hamlet

Venue: Polka Theatre

Website: www.polkatheatre.com

Two actors and one musician - armed with seven props and a suitcase - bring a bitesize retelling of Shakespeare’s family drama of revenge, justice and moral dilemmas to life in 60 minutes.Go on a roller-coaster...

Family Space

Venue: South London Gallery

Website: www.southlondongallery.org

Family Space is a programme of free workshops that take place on the last Saturday of the month. Sessions are self-directed and designed for families with children aged 5-12 years old. The space is supported...

Peppa Pig’s Big Family Show

Venue: Blackheath Halls

Website: www.blackheathhalls.com

With a new arrival on the way the whole family are busy getting ready. With building and decorating work to be done, it’s an oinktastic makeover and Peppa Pig, Mummy Pig, Daddy Pig and George all need...

Peppa Pig’s Big Family Show

Venue: Blackheath Halls

Website: www.blackheathhalls.com

With a new arrival on the way the whole family are busy getting ready. With building and decorating work to be done, it’s an oinktastic makeover and Peppa Pig, Mummy Pig, Daddy Pig & George all need...

Westminster Abbey Chorister Experience Day

Venue: Westminster Abbey

Website: www.westminster-abbey.org

Each term, interested primary school-aged boys 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. Book...

Tate Modern Family Tours

Venue: Tate Modern

Website: www.tate.org.uk

Each tour is different and unpacks 2-3 artworks through a multisensory experience. They can include responses to textures, shapes, colours and sounds which are expressed verbally and non-verbally. Tours...

The Dinosaur That Pooped

Venue: Richmond Theatre

Website: www.atgtickets.com

Adapted from the number 1 best-selling books by Tom Fletcher and Dougie Poynter, the whole family will have a poopy good time enjoying a brand new story for the stage. Featuring new songs by Tom and Dougie,...

Home Educated Activity Days - Rural Crafts

Venue: The Woodlands Farm Trust

Website: www.thewoodlandsfarmtrust.org

Each month during the winter Woodlands Farm will be running a different activity for children and families who are home educated. All activities are aimed for children between the ages of 4 and 14 years...

Number Day

Venue: Nationwide

Website: www.nspcc.org.uk

Take part in numerical games and activities or Dress Up for Digits - dressing up as a number! Sign up for free to receive access to hundreds of free learning resources. However you take part, your fundraising...

The Boy at the Back of the Class

Venue: Rose Theatre

Website: www.rosetheatre.org

Told from a child’s perspective, balancing heart and humour, The Boy at the Back of the Class highlights the power of friendship and kindness in a world that doesn’t always make sense and reminds us...

Ballroom Boogie with Brigitte Aphrodite

Venue: Southbank Centre

Website: www.southbankcentre.co.uk

Brigitte Aphrodite is a neurodivergent Greek-British heritage DJ, punk poet, theatre-maker, musician, and intersectional feminist show-woman. She makes critically-acclaimed work for families and wild,...

CoderDojo

Venue: Prince Philip Maritime Collections Centre

Website: www.rmg.co.uk/collections/prince-philip-maritime-collections-centre

CoderDojo is a free coding club for young people interested in programming. The monthly club consists of 90 minutes of programming, in which participants can take part in an array of specially designed...

From Object to Art

Venue: Prince Philip Maritime Collections Centre

Website: www.rmg.co.uk/collections/prince-philip-maritime-collections-centre

A monthly craft club offering a welcoming space to relax, create, and connect with others through making. Led by experienced facilitators, each session takes inspiration from a theme and object, encouraging...

Out at Sea

Venue: National Maritime Museum

Website: www.rmg.co.uk

A family friendly festival celebrating queer maritime history through the ages, as part of LGBTQ+ History Month. Visitors can take part in creative workshops and see live performances suitable for all...

Relaxed Session with Brigitte Aphrodite

Venue: Southbank Centre

Website: www.southbankcentre.co.uk

Explore words, sounds, music and movement, and the connection between children and their grown-ups in an inclusive and supportive poetry workshop. Brigitte Aphrodite provides fun, igniting, poetical prompts...

Who Let The Gods Out

Venue: Polka Theatre

Website: www.polkatheatre.com

Elliot needs to save the world – and save his mum. Enter some epic Greek Gods with a few tricks up their togas…With book and lyrics by bestselling author Maz Evans, this first adventure in the brilliant...

Young Musicians Day 2026

Venue: Blackheath Halls

Website: www.blackheathhalls.com

This is your chance to experiment with the music you love or discover something totally new; whether you’re into writing your own songs, performing in an opera, feeling the rhythm of samba drums, or...

Comedy Club 4 Kids

Venue: The Exchange

Website: www.exchangetwickenham.co.uk

It’s a comedy club, right, but for kids. Also any adults who enjoy a swear-free hour with the international circuit’s best stand-ups and sketch acts. The show is family friendly, but without any patronizing...

Puppet Spectacular Glow Show

Venue: Greenwich Theatre

Website: www.greenwichtheatre.org.uk

Presented by Magic Light Productions, masters of puppetry and blacklight theatre, this dazzling performance is packed with laughter, music, and interactive moments that will have the whole audience singing...

Puppet Spectacular Glow Show

Venue: Greenwich Theatre

Website: www.greenwichtheatre.org.uk

Step into a world of wonder with the Puppet Spectacular Glow Show – a magical family event like no other! Perfect for children and grown-ups alike, the show delivers a sensory-rich experience full of...

Place2Be's Children's Mental Health Week

Venue: Nationwide

Website: www.childrensmentalhealthweek.org.uk

The theme this year is 'This is My Place' encouraging families and communities to support their children and young people feel a sense of belonging. Visit the website to sign up and be the first to know...

By Trial and Error

Venue: Unicorn Theatre

Website: www.unicorntheatre.com

Get ready to laugh, gasp and cheer in this show full of acrobatic brilliance and fun from internationally acclaimed French company Le Cirque Content Pour Peu. By Trial and Error is a heart-warming show...

By Trial and Error

Venue: Unicorn Theatre

Website: www.unicorntheatre.com

Get ready to laugh, gasp and cheer in this show full of acrobatic brilliance and fun from internationally acclaimed French company Le Cirque Content Pour Peu. By Trial and Error is a heart-warming show...

Imagine

Venue: Southbank Centre

Website: www.southbankcentre.co.uk

The festival of fun and creativity for every family returns in February, turning the Southbank Centre into one big playground. Enjoy theatre, comedy, music, dance, poetry and free events at London's Southbank...

Ruby’s Worry

Venue: Polka Theatre

Website: www.polkatheatre.com

Ruby had always been happy, perfectly happy…. until one day…. she discovered a worry…Told through live music, song, puppetry and physical theatre, Ruby’s Worry takes the audience on a delightful...

Fields of Tender: Ages 5 – 10

Venue: Southbank Centre

Website: www.southbankcentre.co.uk

Enter a world of tenderness, affection and love in a calming dance performance for disabled and neurodivergent children in a relaxed space.You’re invited to enjoy the performance freely and on your own...

Fields of Tender: Ages 5 – 10

Venue: Southbank Centre

Website: www.southbankcentre.co.uk

Enter a world of tenderness, affection and love in a calming dance performance for disabled and neurodivergent children in a relaxed space.You’re invited to enjoy the performance freely and on your own...

Architecture Explorers: Family Trail

Venue: Southbank Centre

Website: www.southbankcentre.co.uk

Follow a guided, interactive journey around the Southbank Centre, take in the unusual architecture and hidden details of the site. The trail is designed to be followed by children, with a little help from...

Giant Chalkboard

Venue: Southbank Centre

Website: www.southbankcentre.co.uk

Pick up a piece of chalk and get creative – the chalkboard is back! Kids are invited to scribble, doodle, draw and create to their heart’s content. For all ages. Free.

Mini SPIN

Venue: Southbank Centre

Website: www.southbankcentre.co.uk

It’s an intimate and playful interrogation of who can belong and coexist in dance rave realms, challenging assumptions that Deaf people and underrepresented bodies do not belong in these spaces. Mini...

The Next Step: Legacy World Tour

Venue: The O2

Website: www.theo2.co.uk

Fan-favourite cast members from both the original and current seasons are coming together on one stage to perform showstopping choreography, tell new stories, and revisit the iconic moments that made the...

The Next Step: Legacy World Tour

Venue: The O2

Website: www.theo2.co.uk

Fan-favourite cast members from both the original and current seasons are coming together on one stage to perform showstopping choreography, tell new stories, and revisit the iconic moments that made the...

The Show for Young Men

Venue: Southbank Centre

Website: www.southbankcentre.co.uk

This funny and tender dance performance uses humour and heartfelt choreography to consider how modern-day ideas of masculinity affect both boys and men. Challenging outdated traditions of manhood and championing...

The Show for Young Men

Venue: Southbank Centre

Website: www.southbankcentre.co.uk

This funny and tender dance performance uses humour and heartfelt choreography to consider how modern-day ideas of masculinity affect both boys and men. Challenging outdated traditions of manhood and championing...

Blossom crafts: February half term at Ham House and Garden

Venue: Ham House and Garden

Website: www.nationaltrust.org.uk

Take part in craft activities inspired by the coming season and have a go at making origami blossom at Ham House. Explore the spectacular 17th-century house, which reopens in time for the half term on...

Bluebell Brickworks

Venue: Bluebell Railway

Website: www.bluebell-railway.com

Choose to travel on the Brilliant Bricks Takeover Train and enjoy building with LEGO® or DUPLO® bricks whilst steaming through the countryside this February half term.Stop off at Horsted Keynes Station...

Flowers and Friendship Bracelets

Venue: The Exchange

Website: www.exchangetwickenham.co.uk

‘Shake it Off’ to Taylor Swift; sing along to ‘Flowers’ with Miley Cyrus, dust off all your best dance moves and HOT TO GO! with Chappell Roan, and not forgetting the unstoppable Sabrina Carpenter...

Ghosts and Ghouls Family Tour

Venue: Shakespeare's Globe

Website: www.shakespearesglobe.com

Join Shakespeare's Globe for a Ghosts and Ghouls Family Tour, a special family-friendly spooky guided tour of the Globe Theatre which brings to life the ghosts, spirits and scary happenings of Shakespeare’s...

Hamlet Family Workshop

Venue: Shakespeare's Globe

Website: www.shakespearesglobe.com

Bring Shakespeare’s moody tragedy Hamlet to life in this fun and practical Family Workshop. For children aged 5–8 and their grown-ups.Workshops will be led by one of the Globe’s highly experienced...

Lip Sync Brawl

Venue: Southbank Centre

Website: www.southbankcentre.co.uk

The power to crown a lip sync champion rests in your hands. The roar of applause, the cheers of admiration, and the groans of disapproval will all contribute to the final decision – and we top it all...

Lip Sync Brawl

Venue: Southbank Centre

Website: www.southbankcentre.co.uk

The power to crown a lip sync champion rests in your hands. The roar of applause, the cheers of admiration, and the groans of disapproval will all contribute to the final decision – and we top it all...

Macbeth:On Stage Family Workshop

Venue: Shakespeare's Globe

Website: www.shakespearesglobe.com

Using a range of activities and games designed to draw out elements of the play’s language, characters and themes, this session will bring you together with other families to dive into the world of Shakespeare’s...

Robin’s Winter Adventure self-led trail

Venue: Morden Hall Park

Website: www.nationaltrust.org.uk

Follow a family friendly trail that reveals how these red-breasted birds stay warm, search for food, and defend their territory during the colder months. Along the route, enjoy simple interactive games...

SENsory Sailors

Venue: National Maritime Museum

Website: www.rmg.co.uk

Families with children with special educational needs and disabilities are invited to a monthly session to explore the collection, enjoy the opportunity to be creative together, and meet other local families....

The Jolly Postman

Venue: The Postal Museum

Website: www.postalmuseum.org

Step inside the story in an interactive exhibition celebrating 40 years of the much-loved children’s book. See how the Ahlbergs drew inspiration from the everyday magic of the post arriving through the...

The Princess and the Pea

Venue: Southbank Centre

Website: www.southbankcentre.co.uk

In a lavish palace there lives a pampered princess who has everything her heart desires. Each day, three loyal servants attend to her every wish and whim. But one dark and stormy night, she ventures beyond...

The Princess and the Pea

Venue: Southbank Centre

Website: www.southbankcentre.co.uk

In a lavish palace there lives a pampered princess who has everything her heart desires. Each day, three loyal servants attend to her every wish and whim. But one dark and stormy night, she ventures beyond...

The Very Busy Bumblebee

Venue: Woolwich Works

Website: www.woolwich.works

With themes of friendship and sustainability, this sweet, funny show is the perfect introduction to live ballet and helps children understand just how important looking after our planet really is. With...

Andy and The Odd Socks

Venue: Southbank Centre

Website: www.southbankcentre.co.uk

Everyone’s invited as the stars of the CBBC hit series bring their odd-socked mixture of live music, mayhem and bags of fun to the stage.A mixture of live music, mayhem and bags of fun, the Odd Socks...

Andy and The Odd Socks

Venue: Southbank Centre

Website: www.southbankcentre.co.uk

Everyone’s invited as the stars of the CBBC hit series bring their odd-socked mixture of live music, mayhem and bags of fun to the stage.A mixture of live music, mayhem and bags of fun, the Odd Socks...

Bollyqueer's Big Boogie

Venue: Southbank Centre

Website: www.southbankcentre.co.uk

With moves that transcend the traditional and tunes to get the whole family grooving, join this celebration of the magic and beauty of Bollywood dance, and embrace the unique way we can express ourselves.

Cinderella Ice Cream Seller

Venue: The Albany

Website: www.thealbany.org.uk

In this new musical for families and children, join Talvi and Caldwell, loyal employees of Cinderella’s, as they share her rags to riches tale, and confront their own desires, hopes, and the magic that...

Moving Sound Bath

Venue: Southbank Centre

Website: www.southbankcentre.co.uk

Round off the excitement of the day with a moment to slow down and connect to yourself.Drawing from East Asian traditions, Diasporas Now invites you to move your body, meditate and surround yourself with...

The Sleepover Club

Venue: Southbank Centre

Website: www.southbankcentre.co.uk

Joined by special guests including Jacqueline Wilson herself, the sleepover club is guided through the site to find, explore and uncover new stories before camping in the Royal Festival Hall overnight....

Twelfth Night Family Workshop

Venue: Shakespeare's Globe

Website: www.shakespearesglobe.com

Explore disguise, mischief and love in Shakespeare’s Twelfth Night during this fun and practical Family Workshop, designed for children aged 9–11 and their grown-ups.Workshops will be led by one of...

Create and Grow February Half Term Fun

Venue: Squires Garden Centre

Address: Twickenham

Website: www.squiresgardencentres.co.uk

Keep the little ones entertained this February half term with Create and Grow activities from Paint and plant a flowerpot - £8 (advanced booking essential).Garden Gnome Trail free activity, 9.30am-1.30pm.Booking...

Drop in Design: Make a Drawstring Bag

Venue: V&A South Kensington

Website: www.vam.ac.uk

Step into the world of Marie Antoinette’s style with references to her iconic fashion accessories and design. You can explore themes of futurism, tradition, and embellishment to be inspired to make your...

Family Tour: Commonwealth

Venue: Westminster Abbey

Website: www.westminster-abbey.org

On this special family-friendly tour, walk in the King's footsteps to look out for clues that reveal how the Abbey serves an international family of nations. This activity is suitable for children aged...

February Half Term Workshops 2026

Venue: Gerald Moore Gallery

Website: www.geraldmooregallery.org

This upcoming February Half Term, the Gerald Moore Gallery is offering five fun and educational creative workshops for children aged 7–11. Classes are small, typically accommodating 6–12 children,...

Jamies Gymnastics Academy Half Term Workshops

Venue: Langley, Chislehurst and South Norwood Academies

Website: www.jamiesgymnasticsacademy.co.uk

The UK's largest gymnastics provider as accredited by the Governing body of British Gymnastics offering weekly sessions all year round. Visit the website to book a free trial or sign up for their holiday...

Out of the Box

Venue: The Exchange

Website: www.exchangetwickenham.co.uk

This family-friendly circus comedy show sees an unlikely character and his box bring audiences together through joyful awe, never knowing what to expect next.The show is a joyous celebration of PLAY throughout...

Pop-Up Performance: School Of Confidence

Venue: V&A South Kensington

Website: www.vam.ac.uk

Welcome to the School of Confidence with Drag Queen and King, That Girl and Brent Would, a place for families to explore finding confidence together through movement, props, performance, and a little cheekiness!...

Sleeping Beauty

Venue: Blackheath Halls

Website: www.blackheathhalls.com

The Let’s All Dance Ballet Company is delighted to return with this much-loved ballet for the whole family. Dazzling dancers, Tchaikovsky’s sumptuous score and gorgeous costumes bring this glittering...

Sleeping Beauty

Venue: Blackheath Halls

Website: www.blackheathhalls.com

The Let’s All Dance Ballet Company is delighted to return with this much-loved ballet for the whole family. Dazzling dancers, Tchaikovsky’s sumptuous score and gorgeous costumes bring this glittering...

The Power of the Pouf with Hannah Wild

Venue: V&A South Kensington

Website: www.vam.ac.uk

This drop-in workshop will invite families to think like a designer and leave with new skills and ideas on how to use existing materials to make something new.All materials will be provided, all sourced...

Horrible Histories: The Concert

Venue: Southbank Centre

Website: www.southbankcentre.co.uk

For the very first time, your favourite songs and actors from the BAFTA Award-winning CBBC TV series appear live (and dead!) on stage in a sensational show.Featuring a live band, led by the Horrible Histories...

Horrible Histories: The Concert

Venue: Southbank Centre

Website: www.southbankcentre.co.uk

For the very first time, your favourite songs and characters from the award-winning CBBC TV series appear live (and dead) on stage in a truly Horrible show. Featuring a live band, led by the Horrible Histories...

Peter and the Wolf Family Concert

Venue: Battersea Arts Centre

Website: www.bac.org.uk

Step into a magical world of music and storytelling at Prokofiev’s children’s classic Peter and the Wolf. This concert is the perfect way to introduce young ears to the brilliant sounds of a live orchestra....

Storytime and Nature Connection for Families

Venue: Morden Hall Park

Website: www.nationaltrust.org.uk

Nigel Grimes reads his new children’s book and guides families with useful techniques to embrace nature and get all its benefits in 45-minute sessions around the rose garden. Ages 5+.

BROS Theatre Company presents Charlie and the Chocolate Factory

Venue: Richmond Theatre

Website: www.atgtickets.com

Based on the iconic book by Roald Dahl, and enjoying hit runs in the West End and on Broadway, this spectacular stage show combines the memorable songs from the original 1970’s motion picture with all...

Chinese Lunar New Year Stories and Activities

Venue: Morden Hall Park

Website: www.nationaltrust.org.uk

This February Half Term, learn more about the Lunar New Year and get involved in some fun activities in the Exhibition Space. Sessions at 10am, 11am and 12pm with a free dragon performance through the...

Depot Family Tours

Venue: London Transport Museum

Address: Museum Depot, Acton

Website: www.ltmuseum.co.uk

Exclusively for family groups, visit the Museum Depot in Acton, West London to uncover stories about the very special vehicles in our collection. From the tons of poo that accompanied the first horse buses,...

Family Storytelling: Commonwealth

Venue: Westminster Abbey

Website: www.westminster-abbey.org

Drop into Chapter House and enjoy tales of family, unity and peace. Together, let’s discover through video and crafts how the Commonwealth and Westminster Abbey are connected and what makes them so unique...

Make Your Own Superhero Puppet

Venue: Polka Theatre

Website: www.polkatheatre.com

Arts and crafts puppetry workshop to mark Children's Mental Health Week. Through hands-on crafting, storytelling, and playful puppetry, children will explore feelings like courage, kindness, and resilience...

Sing-A-Long-A The Greatest Showman

Venue: Churchill Theatre

Website: https://trafalgartickets.com

From the producers of Singalonga Sound of Music and Singalonga GREASE, the smash hit film musical that everyone can’t stop singing Cheer on Hugh Jackman as you experience The Greatest Showman in the...

Greek Myths Masterclass

Venue: Polka Theatre

Website: www.polkatheatre.com

Be part of a ‘Greek chorus’ by exploring ensemble theatre, as well as using theatre masks to explore the myths, magic, and larger-than-life stories that have inspired generations. Through ensemble...

CBeebies Wildlife Jamboree

Venue: Southbank Centre

Website: www.southbankcentre.co.uk

Join lots of CBeebies friends and animals to celebrate the natural world in music and song at the spectacular Wildlife Jamboree with Sinfonia Smith Square.With songs, music and lots of fun, join presenters...

CBeebies Wildlife Jamboree

Venue: Southbank Centre

Website: www.southbankcentre.co.uk

Join lots of CBeebies friends and animals to celebrate the natural world in music and song at the spectacular Wildlife Jamboree with Sinfonia Smith Square.With songs, music and lots of fun, join presenters...

How To Survive In Space

Venue: The Exchange

Website: www.exchangetwickenham.co.uk

CBBC’s Operation Ouch! presenters Dr Dan and Dr Raph bring the exhilarating experience of space adventure, space science and space medicine to Earth. This show is not to be missed especially for kids...

Spring Community Bunting Workshop

Venue: Morden Hall Park

Website: www.nationaltrust.org.uk

Join textile artist Sarah McAlister and Made in Merton for a Spring heat press workshop, helping to create Morden Hall Park's very own community bunting! No previous experience is needed and all equipment...

ZooNation's Hip-Hop Half Term

Venue: Southbank Centre

Website: www.southbankcentre.co.uk

Get taken through some new moves with ZooNation’s expert choreographers, be entertained by amazing DJs, see a performance by the incredible ZooNation Youth Company, and battle it out for a prize with...

Bexley Repair Café

Venue: Sidcup Rotary Club

Website: www.bexley.gov.uk/repair-cafe

Community-led events where residents bring broken items to be mended for free, saving money and reducing waste by giving belongings a second life. Visit the Bexley Repair Café page for updates, volunteer...

Lunar New Year

Venue: National Maritime Museum

Website: www.rmg.co.uk

Visit the National Maritime Museum to mark Lunar New Year and celebrate the upcoming Year of the Horse. Visitors will be able to enjoy musical performances and the much-loved Lion Dance, as well as workshops,...

Make it: Pendants

Venue: V&A South Kensington

Website: www.vam.ac.uk

This workshop offers families a chance to explore what it means to be a designer.Families will learn hand building and sculpting skills such as rolling coils, carving clay and creating texture. Tickets...

Brave Bettie

Venue: Stanley Arts

Website: www.stanleyarts.org

Bettie loves the forest – it’s her sanctuary, where she feels calm and in control. But when the council threatens to cut down her favourite tree, Bettie must find the courage to fight for what she...

Stargazing February 2026

Venue: Hall Place and Gardens

Website: www.hallplace.org.uk

Wrap up warm to spend an evening looking at the stars in the company of Crayford Manor House Astronomical Society Dartford. Includes mini-talks, a science experiment to wow you with and lots of fun packed...

Boppin’ Bunnies Interactive Music Show

Venue: Blackheath Halls

Website: www.blackheathhalls.com

Boppin’ Bunnies return with their high-energy, interactive performance perfect for families with children under five to enjoy with their families.Join in the fun by singing along and shaking maracas...

Boppin’ Bunnies Interactive Music Show

Venue: Blackheath Halls

Website: www.blackheathhalls.com

Boppin’ Bunnies return with their high-energy, interactive performance perfect for families with children under five to enjoy with their families.Join in the fun by singing along and shaking maracas...

Safe Harbour

Venue: National Maritime Museum

Website: www.rmg.co.uk

Safe Harbour is a series of free workshops created to provide a safe space for foster and adoptive families with children under 13 years.Sessions take place from 12.30pm-2.30pm on the last Saturday of...

Ruby's Worry

Venue: Blackheath Halls

Website: www.blackheathhalls.com

Ruby tries and tries to get rid of her worry, which grows bigger and bigger! Eventually she meets a boy who has a worry too. Together they discover that everyone has worries, and that if you talk about...

Ruby's Worry

Venue: Blackheath Halls

Website: www.blackheathhalls.com

Ruby tries and tries to get rid of her worry, which grows bigger and bigger! Eventually she meets a boy who has a worry too. Together they discover that everyone has worries, and that if you talk about...

Mirror Moon by Luke Jerram

Venue: Royal Observatory Greenwich

Website: www.rmg.co.uk/royal-observatory

A monumental sculpture of the Moon will be installed at the Royal Observatory Greenwich from 3 March. Multi-disciplinary artist Luke Jerram has used accurate topographic data from NASA to map the textures...

World Book Day

Venue: Nationwide

Website: www.worldbookday.com

Reading for fun is the single biggest indicator that a child will grow up to enjoy a happier and more successful life. The World Book Day mission is to promote reading for fun, offering every child and...

British Science Week

Venue: Nationwide

Website: www.britishscienceweek.org

British Science Week is a ten-day celebration of science, technology, engineering and maths that will take place between 6-15 March 2026. Visit the website to download the activity taster pack for free...

Ballroom Boogie x Toasty Tots XL

Venue: Southbank Centre

Website: www.southbankcentre.co.uk

Toasty Tots! was co-founded by three mums from Born N Bread Collective to create an inclusive hangout for parents, carers and their little ones to vibe, dance and unwind together. Now they’re turning...

Bluey and Bingo

Venue: Bluebell Railway

Website: www.bluebell-railway.com

Visit Sheffield Park Station for special meet-and-greet sessions (at intervals) with these playful sisters, known for their boundless energy, creative games, and heart-warming adventures. This event is...

LGBTQ+ Family Network

Venue: National Maritime Museum

Website: www.rmg.co.uk

Pop in with your family and join in with artist-led activities inspired by Greenwich, the maritime world, and LGBTQ+ histories. A safe space for local LGBTQ+ families to meet one another, get involved...

Sea Shanty Singers

Venue: Cutty Sark

Website: www.rmg.co.uk/cutty-sark

Cutty Sark’s resident sea shanty groups Swinging the Lead and The HogEye Men transform the famous tea clipper's 'Tween Deck with the harmonies of sea shanties, traditional working songs. Go along to...

The Very Hungry Caterpillar Show

Venue: Blackheath Halls

Website: www.blackheathhalls.com

Created by Jonathan Rockefeller, the critically acclaimed show features a menagerie of over 75 magical and larger-than-life puppets. These beloved tales are brought to life by a captivating cast of storytellers,...

The Very Hungry Caterpillar Show

Venue: Blackheath Halls

Website: www.blackheathhalls.com

Alongside The Very Hungry Caterpillar, the show features three other Eric Carle stories. Audiences will enjoy Brown Bear, Brown Bear, 10 Little Rubber Ducks and The Very Busy Spider. These beloved tales...

The Very Hungry Caterpillar Show

Venue: Blackheath Halls

Website: www.blackheathhalls.com

Created by Jonathan Rockefeller, the critically acclaimed show features a menagerie of over 75 magical and larger-than-life puppets. These beloved tales are brought to life by a captivating cast of storytellers,...

Great Big School Clean

Venue: Nationwide

Website: www.keepbritaintidy.org

Keep Britain Tidy believe that teaching children and young people about litter is a crucial part of their environmental education journey. Join the Great Big School Clean this spring, and help your...

Kish Kush

Venue: Polka Theatre

Website: www.polkatheatre.com

Kish Kush follows two strangers meeting for the first time, separated by a paper wall. They speak different languages and come from different places but share an intrigue and longing to understand one...

Vikings: The Immersive Experience

Venue: Dock X, Canada Water

Website: www.vikings-immersive.co.uk

Suitable for all generations, this experience will enthral history enthusiasts and families alike. Younger visitors have the opportunity step into the ‘Junior VR’ adventure, witnessing the story of...

St Patrick’s Festival 2026

Venue: Trafalgar Square

Website: www.london.gov.uk

This annual event has become a highlight of London’s cultural calendar, bringing together visitors and Londoners alike to celebrate the many contributions the Irish community have made to our great city....

Seussical, The Musical

Venue: Bob Hope Theatre

Website: www.ticketsource.co.uk

Join Horton the Elephant on a heartwarming adventure in Seussical the Musical, a dazzling stage show that brings together your favourite Dr. Seuss characters in a tale bursting with imagination, laughter,...

Cinderella Ice Cream Seller

Venue: Polka Theatre

Website: www.polkatheatre.com

Perfect for children and families alike, this exciting musical retelling of a fairytale classic promises a delightful blend of storytelling, stunning live music, and theatrical magic that will capture...

Red Nose Day

Venue: Nationwide

Website: www.comicrelief.com

Taking place every March, this unique fundraising campaign uses comedy as a means to fundraise money for great causes. Anyone and everyone can get involved. Past years have seen bake sales, 24-hour dance-a-thons...

A Midsummer Night's Dream

Venue: Unicorn Theatre

Website: www.unicorntheatre.com

Desperate to escape their unhappy fates, Demetrius, Lysander, Helena and Hermia flee Athens for the moonlit woods. There they fall under the spell of mischievous fairy Puck and tumble into a dream world...

A Midsummer Night's Dream

Venue: Unicorn Theatre

Website: www.unicorntheatre.com

Desperate to escape their unhappy fates, Demetrius, Lysander, Helena and Hermia flee Athens for the moonlit woods. There they fall under the spell of mischievous fairy Puck and tumble into a dream world...

Your Toys

Venue: Unicorn Theatre

Website: www.unicorntheatre.com

Packed with music, belly laughs and plenty of surprises, Your Toys is a heart-warming story about new friends pulling together – an anthem to the power of play that will send you home grinning from ear...

Your Toys

Venue: Unicorn Theatre

Website: www.unicorntheatre.com

Packed with music, belly laughs and plenty of surprises, Your Toys is a heart-warming story about new friends pulling together – an anthem to the power of play that will send you home grinning from ear...

There’s a Snake in My School

Venue: Greenwich Theatre

Website: www.greenwichtheatre.org.uk

A ssssspectacularly funny new musical, full of mischief, mayhem and songsssss,based on the number one bestselling book by David Walliams. Ssssspectacularly fun for the whole family!

There’s a Snake in My School

Venue: Greenwich Theatre

Website: www.greenwichtheatre.org.uk

A ssssspectacularly funny new musical, full of mischief, mayhem and songsssss,based on the number one bestselling book by David Walliams. Ssssspectacularly fun for the whole family!