What's On in London, West

Horrible Histories® Gorgeous Georgians trail

Venue: Osterley Park and House

Website: www.nationaltrust.org.uk

Inspired by the Horrible Histories® books, dive into the world of the Georgians with an interactive family-friendly trail around the house, garden and parkland.This 10-stop, interactive trail is designed...

My Neighbour Totoro

Venue: Gillian Lynne Theatre

Website: www.lwtheatres.co.uk/whats-on/my-neighbour-totoro

Don’t miss the theatrical event of 2025 as the record-breaking, award-winning My Neighbour Totoro transfers to London’s West End. Find your spirit with the return of the “awe-inspiring” (Time Out)...

Horrible Histories Terrible Thames

Venue: Tower Bridge Quay, London

Website: www.birminghamstage.com/shows

There are incredible stories, glorious views, exciting sea shanties and even the chance to sing yourself. Whether you love Horrible Histories or just want a sightseeing tour of the Thames, this is the...

Cats in Cartoons

Venue: The Cartoon Museum

Website: www.cartoonmuseum.org

From Garfield to Simon’s Cat, Krazy Kat to Bagpuss and everything in between, there is a long line of iconic cartoon cats. For the first time, The Cartoon Museum is collecting many of the greatest cats...

Summer by the River 2025

Venue: London Bridge City

Website: www.londonbridgecity.co.uk

From Thursday 29th May the banks of the iconic River Thames will undergo a mesmerising transformation into a riverside refuge, filled with sunshine, entertainment, and unforgettable experiences for all...

Dragonfly Festival

Venue: WWT London Wetland Centre

Website: www.wwt.org.uk

Explore the magical world of dragonflies and dive into a summer full of wondrous new wetland experiences. Events and activities include the dragonfly trail, outdoor dragonfly games, dragonfly safari, water...

The Tiger Who Came To Tea

Venue: Theatre Royal Haymarket

Website: www.tigerstealive.com

Join the tea-guzzling tiger in this delightful family show; packed with oodles of magic, sing-a-long songs and clumsy chaos! A stunning stage adaptation of the classic tale of teatime mayhem... expect...

101 Dalmatians The Musical

Venue: Eventim Apollo Hammersmith

Website: www.ticketmaster.co.uk

Get ready to go paws-itively dotty for the smash hit musical 101 Dalmatians, at the Eventim Apollo this summer, for six weeks only.Dodie Smith’s classic canine caper is brought to life on stage with...

The Dream Fairies

Venue: Kew Gardens

Website: www.theatreonkew.starlight-tickets.co.uk

Join the magical fairies as they go on an exciting musical adventure. The audience is invited to dress up and join in the fun! Everyone is welcome to join this sparkling adventure with a special visit...

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...

Theatre on Kew: Alice in Wonderland

Venue: Kew Gardens

Website: www.kew.org/kew-gardens/whats-on/alice-in-wonderland

This critically acclaimed, outdoor theatre production set against the magical backdrop of the gardens, is packed with much-loved colourful characters, music, original songs and laughter.Tickets to Alice...

Bill the Duck Food Trail

Venue: Headstone Manor and Museum

Website: www.headstonemanor.org

Join mascot Bill as he embarks on a delicious journey through Harrow’s rich food history. Explore the diverse flavours that have shaped the local community, with fun food-inspired activities along the...

Family Workshops at Japan House London

Venue: Japan House London

Website: www.japanhouselondon.uk/whats-on

Explore the cultures of Japan this summer holiday with a series of free family workshops at Japan House London. During each workshop, participants can enjoy learning about Japan and unleashing their creativity...

Summer holidays: Rail Adventures

Venue: London Transport Museum

Website: www.ltmuseum.co.uk

From the first underground railway to the opening of the Elizabeth Line, the Museum will be celebrating key milestones in London’s railway’s history and the stories of people who made them possible....

Future of Food

Venue: Science Museum

Website: www.sciencemuseum.org.uk/see-and-do/future-of-food

A new, free exhibition about how food must change to protect the planet. How does our food today go from field to plate? How did food use to be produced in the past? Discover the answers to these and many...

Magical Matilda Celebrations

Venue: The Roald Dahl Museum

Website: www.roalddahlmuseum.org

The Roald Dahl Museum is celebrating the author’s much-loved novel Matilda this summer, with workshops and activities including science experiments and creating miniature gardens. There’ll be daily...

Magical Matilda Celebrations

Venue: Roald Dahl Museum and Story Centre

Website: www.roalddahlmuseum.org

Roald Dahl Museum is celebrating the author’s much-loved novel Matilda this summer, with workshops and activities including science experiments and creating miniature gardens. There’ll be daily storytelling,...

Pictograms

Venue: Japan House London

Website: www.japanhouselondon.uk

Visitors can see winning designs from young people across the UK who have captured London’s essence through their enlightening ideas.There is even the opportunity to try designing a pictogram yourself,...

Horrible Histories - Barmy Britain

Venue: Apollo Theatre, London

Website: www.birminghamstage.com/shows

We all want to meet people from history! The trouble is everyone is dead! So get ready for Horrible Histories live on stage with the best of Barmy Britain. It’s the history of Britain with the nasty...

The Hundred

Venue: Lords Cricket Ground and The Kia Oval, London

Website: www.thehundred.com

Oval Invincibles and London Spirit will be in action, with 10 matchdays across London this summer. The Hundred combines high-energy cricket with live music, street food, and family entertainment – making...

Captain Sandy and the Sea Monster

Venue: The Puppet Barge Richmond

Website: www.puppetbarge.com

In the little village of Rocky Snore, all the fisherfolk are in a mess, where have all the fish gone? Join Captain Sandy on her adventure to try and find out what happened. Expect stormy seas, sea monsters...

The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe

Venue: Sadler's Wells

Website: www.sadlerswells.com

Join Lucy, Edmund, Susan and Peter as they meet new friends, face dangerous foes and learn the lessons of courage, sacrifice, and the power of love.This larger-than-life production blends the artistry...

Pride and Prejudice Outdoor Theatre

Venue: Fulham Palace House and Garden

Website: www.fulhampalace.org

Illyria brings Pride and Prejudice to life in this fast-paced, sparkling outdoor production filled with wit, romance, and sharp-tongued humour. Set in the beautiful walled garden of Fulham Palace, this...

Black on the Square 2025

Venue: Trafalgar Square

Website: www.london.gov.uk/events/black-square-2025

This free event is brought to you by the Mayor of London. Expect music and lots of entertainment, including a packed programme of activities and workshops for all ages. Everyone's invited – join Londoners...

Kensington Gardens Harvest Festival

Venue: Kensington Gardens

Website: www.royalparks.org.uk

Visit the beautiful allotment garden in Kensington Gardens this harvest time to learn about the produce they grow, discover the amazing nature that food growing supports, and celebrate the incredible volunteers...

Messy Science

Venue: Lyric Hammersmith Theatre

Website: https://lyric.co.uk

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 demonstrate how you can use the scientific...

Outdoor Theatre: The Dragon Wagon

Venue: Headstone Manor and Museum

Website: https://headstonemanor.org

A tale of friendship, food and dragons told by three brilliant actor/musicians set on a brightly coloured rotating caravan. Packed with puppetry, laughter and live, original music. Take a blanket to sit...

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...

George Irvin’s Funfair

Venue: Turnham Green

Website: https://chiswickcalendar.co.uk

George Irvin’s Funfair comes back to Chiswick this September. Look forward to modern and thrill rides, Children’s rides with a tremendous range of inflatable attractions, traditional rides like carousel,...

Beat Bunch: Music Class – The Musical Museum

Venue: The Musical Museum

Website: www.musicalmuseum.co.uk

Beat Bunch is a Saturday morning music class for children ages 7-11. Children can be dropped off for a lively session of music-making, creativity, and no musical experience is needed. Each class will gently...

Dinosaur Train Adventures

Venue: Hampton Kempton Waterworks Railway

Website: www.hamptonkemptonrailway.org.uk

Hop aboard Dino the Dinosaur Train and keep your eyes open for scary raptors along the route. Take part in the ‘Hunt the Dinosaur’ competition and there will also be free rides on the brand-new miniature...

Family and Children's Tour

Venue: Musical Museum

Website: www.musicalmuseum.co.uk

Join this dedicated Children's Tour guide for a specially crafted tour of the Museum. Tour time is 45mins - at the end of the tour, children enjoy a sing along with The Mighty Wurlitzer. Suitable for ages...

Nature Adventurers: Immersive Outdoor Sessions

Venue: Hyde Park, Kensington Gardens

Website: www.royalparks.org.uk

Go along to the purpose-built learning centre for Nature Adventurers, a series of Saturday activity sessions for 8–12 year-old adventurers and nature lovers. Learn about what makes these parks tick through...

The Witch who Couldn’t Sleep

Venue: Lyric Hammersmith Theatre

Website: https://lyric.co.uk

This gentle, heart-warming show is just what you need to enjoy a cosy, cuddly time together with your family. So pop on your favourite pyjamas and come enjoy this enchanting sing-along musical presented...

Young Archaeologists’ Club: mystery session

Venue: Fulham Palace House and Garden

Website: www.fulhampalace.org

Discover the secrets hidden in historic structures with the Young Archaeologists’ Club, tailored for enthusiasts aged 8 to 16. Expect the unexpected in this special surprise session. Attendees should...

Chilli fest

Venue: Fulham Palace House and Garden

Website: www.fulhampalace.org

Get ready for a fiery afternoon with the annual chilli fest celebration! Take your friends, family and your adventurous spirit for a day packed with fun, flavour and fiery festivities! Enjoy live music...

Family Workshop: Cardboard Shanty Towns

Venue: Headstone Manor and Museum

Website: https://headstonemanor.org

This hands-on creative adventure brings families together to design and build enchanting communities using cardboard, bottle caps, fabric scraps, and eco-friendly materials. Let your imagination run wild...

River Dipping at TideFest

Venue: Kew Bridge, Strand-on-the-Green

Website: https://thamesfestivaltrust.org/whats-on/river-dipping-at-tidefest-24512

A family-friendly day full of fun activities and exploration of the River Thames. Curious about the creatures in the River? 12.30-4.30pm. Free.

Depot Open Days: A Journey of Art and Design

Venue: London Transport Museum

Website: www.ltmuseum.co.uk

Art and design themed activities for all ages, expert talks, special demos and more will be taking place across this four-day event. This weekend will offer a glimpse into the art and design that helps...

Theatre is Freedom: Teatr Biuro Podrozy – The Tempest

Venue: Watermans Arts Centre

Website: www.watermans.org.uk

Shakespeare’s classic play, The Tempest – about magic, betrayal, love and forgiveness - is given a completely new direction by the acclaimed Polish theatre company.Teatr Biuro Podróży has been making...

Puss in Boots

Venue: Lyric Hammersmith Theatre

Website: https://lyric.co.uk

Using smoke and mirrors and hidden trapdoors, we’ll show you how this sure-footed feline fools both the King and the Ogre to take his master all the way to the top. With a host of puppets, a working...

Railway 200 Celebration Steam Weekend

Venue: Hampton Kempton Waterworks Railway

Website: www.hamptonkemptonrailway.org.uk

Go and celebrate 200 years of passenger train travel, as Hampton Kempton Waterworks Railway proudly feature their Stephenson’s iconic ‘Rocket’ locomotive as a tribute to the Railway 200 nationwide...

St Augustine’s Priory Open Events

Venue: Hillcrest Rd, Ealing

Website: www.sapriory.com

St Augustine’s Priory is a top independent Catholic school and nursery for pupils aged 2-18, now welcoming boys back to Reception from September 2026. Preps and Pre-Preps open day 23 September. Book...

Children's Garden quiet sessions

Venue: Kew Gardens

Website: www.kew.org

Kew close the Children’s Garden to the public to allow children with special educational needs and disabilities, like Autism Spectrum Disorder and/or sensory processing needs, and their parents or carers...

Chiswick House Dog Show

Venue: Chiswick House and Gardens

Website: www.chiswickhouseandgardens.org.uk

The day will include 17 delightful competitions. Happy pups can compete for the ‘Waggiest Tail’ title while pretty pooches can take part under the ‘Best Groomed’ categories. There will be prizes...

Dances of India

Venue: Harrow Arts Centre

Website: https://harrowarts.com

Harrow Arts Centre are excited to promote this local production of Dances of India on behalf of Champa Shah Dance Creations, who have hired our venue for this special occasion. Two hours including a short...

Ealing Repair Cafe – Family Activity

Venue: Ealing Central Library

Website: https://dosomethinggood.ealing.gov.uk

Make your own bracelet or key charm out of old t-shirts. You can also make your own bracelet or key charm out of old t-shirts. It’s so simple all the family can make one too. If you have some unloved...

Bat Walks

Venue: Osterley Park and House

Website: www.nationaltrust.org.uk

Join this guided walk around the parkland at dusk and discover more about these fascinating nocturnal mammals. Use bat detectors to listen for them and sharp eyes to spot them as they wake up. Take a torch...

Ealing Park Ride

Venue: Starting Points:Churchfields Recreation Ground / Pitshanger Park

Website: https://dosomethinggood.ealing.gov.uk

Join Ealing’s Park Ride – the route is mostly on paths and cycle routes, taking in some of the borough’s most verdant areas including Brent Valley Park, Pear Tree Park, Perivale Park, and the picturesque...

Snow White Rose Red Bear Brown

Venue: Lyric Hammersmith Theatre

Website: https://lyric.co.uk

Snow White and Rose Red – sisters, twins, best friends – have lived in the forest since they were babes in the wood. Not as worldly wise as their Mother would have liked, they are nonetheless, kind,...

Tales That Touch the Earth with Olivia Armstrong

Venue: Pitzhanger Manor and Gallery

Website: www.pitzhanger.org.uk

Join storyteller Olivia Armstrong and help her tell tales of the healing powers of the natural world in this sensory storytelling session. Olivia will tell seasonal folktales engaging all our senses, and...

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.

Dino Snores for Kids: Space Special

Venue: Natural History Museum

Website: www.nhm.ac.uk

Travel to infinity and beyond as you explore what happens beyond the reaches of our planet at a sleepover that’s truly out of this world! Families with children aged 7 to 17 are welcome. Booking essential...

Dinosaurs Live!

Venue: Beck Theatre

Website: www.parkwoodtheatres.co.uk

Ever since they were first identified in the 1800s, dinosaurs have sparked the imagination of kids and adults alike and for the first time ever, the world- renowned Natural History Museum has teamed up...

Diwali Story

Venue: Royal Albert Hall

Website: www.royalalberthall.com

For the first time ever at this iconic venue, immerse yourself in the celebration of Diwali through a spectacular musical performance. Diwali Story brings together dazzling dances, soulful music, and timeless...

Here Comes Gudong

Venue: Lyric Hammersmith Theatre

Website: https://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...

Young Architects Club

Venue: Sir John Soanes Museum

Address: 13 Lincoln's Inn Fields

Website: www.soane.org

Over the course of the year participants develop their knowledge of history, art and architecture, whilst honing their own design skills. This club is for children aged 7-10yrs, who are expected to attend...

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...

Apple day

Venue: Fulham Palace House and Garden

Website: www.fulhampalace.org

Celebrate the orchard harvest at this annual apple day celebration! Aspiring bakers can enter their favourite apple-inspired creations to try and win the coveted baking competition prize and families can...

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...

Depot discovery tours

Venue: Museum Depot, Acton

Website: www.ltmuseum.co.uk

Discover the story of London’s public transport from its horse-drawn beginnings, taking in rare and unusual vehicles along the way, as well as pioneering engineering equipment, and a glimpse into the...

Dawnosaurs: Relaxed Morning Visit

Venue: Natural History Museum

Website: www.nhm.ac.uk

Neurodivergent children and their families have the opportunity to explore the museum before anyone else and enjoy activities around different themes. This event is best for children aged 5-15, and siblings...

The Dinosaur That Pooped

Venue: The Radlett Centre

Website: www.radlettcentre.co.uk

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,...

We’re Going on a Ghost Hunt ™ Halloween Adventure

Venue: Osterley Park and House

Website: www.nationaltrust.org.uk

Pick your bunny name, play Halloween hoopla, race your broomstick, and watch out for the warty toads as you cross the stepping stones, before joining the celebration party and collecting your prize/sticker....

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...

Magical Merlin

Venue: St. Martin's Theatre

Website: www.perform.org.uk/shows/magical-merlin

This West End theatre show offers Perform children the unforgettable experience of seeing their term's story brought to life by professional actors on a real stage. But whether your child attends Perform...

Cinderella

Venue: The Questors Theatre

Website: www.questors.org.uk

Get ready for a riotous retelling of Cinderella like you've never seen before; louder, bolder, and dripping in 1980s glam. Join The Questors Theatre this Christmas for a glitter-fuelled joyride through...

Nutcracker

Venue: London Coliseum

Website: www.ballet.org.uk/nutcracker 

This festive season, join Clara on a fantastical adventure where anything is possible. Embark on a journey full of delight and wonder as English National Ballet brings Nutcracker to life with over 100...

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...

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