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Concerts, live shows and one-off events in London for babies and toddlers.

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A Line Florist by Anna Bruder @ Battersea Power Station

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A wonderfully odd pop-up where kids can build paper flower bouquets inside a black-and-white illustrated florist shop. Part art installation, part creative play session.

Battersea Power Station, Circus Road West, SW11 8DDAge:All ages💷 £10Suggested visit: ~1 hour
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Alice in Wonderland – Family Concert at Blackheath Conservatoire

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A magical narrated musical story for families at Blackheath Conservatoire. Narrator/singer Mairéad Sheerin is joined by flute and piano for a journey through Wonderland with music by Debussy, Mozart, Satie, Haydn, Handel and Ravel. 31 May 2026 at 2:00pm and 3:30pm. Adults £12 | Children £6 | Under 2s free. Book via Eventbrite.

Blackheath Conservatoire, 19–21 Lee Road, Blackheath, SE3 9RQAge:0m – 12yr✓ FreeSuggested visit: ~45 min
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Astronomers Take Over — National Maritime Museum

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A family event at the National Maritime Museum in Greenwich where young visitors can explore the night sky, meet astronomers, and take part in hands-on space activities. Set inside one of London's most spectacular family-friendly museums, which is free to enter year-round. Check the website for upcoming event dates.

National Maritime Museum, Romney Road, Greenwich, SE10 9NFAge:2yr – 12yr✓ FreeSuggested visit: ~1 hour
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At Sea — Little Angel Puppet Festival 2026

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Even the most lost things can be found. A puppet show for ages 6–11. Part of Little Angel Theatre's Children's Puppet Festival 2026. Playing 31 July–2 August at Little Angel Studios, Islington.

Little Angel Studios, 14 Dagmar Passage, Islington, N1 2DNAge:6yr – 11yr💷 PaidSuggested visit: ~1 hour
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Baby Broadway: Timeless Tunes & Music Hall Melodies @ London Museum Docklands

Postnatal / Mum & BabyEast

Sing, dance and play your way through the history of entertainment in this interactive session designed for babies and toddlers.

No. 1 Warehouse, West India Quay, E14 4ALAge:0m – 3yr✓ FreeSuggested visit: ~1 hour
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Bach to Baby – Dulwich Village

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Critically acclaimed classical concert series for babies and toddlers in south London. Professional musicians play classical favourites in a relaxed, no-pressure environment. Up to 2 children free per adult.

St Barnabas Church, Calton Avenue, Dulwich Village, SE21 7DGAge:0m – 5yr💷 From £14Suggested visit: ~45 min
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Bach to Baby – Highgate

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Critically acclaimed classical concert series for babies and toddlers in the heart of Highgate. Professional musicians play classical favourites in a relaxed, no-pressure environment. Up to 2 children free per adult.

Pond Square Chapel, Pond Square, Highgate, N6 6BAAge:0m – 5yr💷 From £14Suggested visit: ~45 min
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Bach to Baby – London Bridge

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Critically acclaimed classical concert series for babies and toddlers. Professional musicians play classical favourites in a relaxed, no-pressure environment. Up to 2 children free per adult.

St Mary Magdalen Church, 193 Bermondsey Street, SE1 3UWAge:0m – 5yr💷 From £14Suggested visit: ~45 min
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Bach to Baby – Notting Hill

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Critically acclaimed classical concert series for babies and toddlers. Professional musicians play classical favourites, jazz and folk in a relaxed environment. No behavioural expectations — babies free to move, feed and explore. Up to 2 children free per adult.

St Peter's Church, Kensington Park Road, W11 2PNAge:0m – 5yr💷 From £14Suggested visit: ~45 min
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Bach to Baby – West Hampstead

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Critically acclaimed classical concert series for babies and toddlers. Professional musicians play classical favourites in a relaxed, no-pressure environment. Up to 2 children free per adult.

Emmanuel Church, Lyncroft Gardens, NW6 1JUAge:0m – 5yr💷 From £14Suggested visit: ~45 min
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Barrel of Laughs @ London Museum Docklands

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Do you have what it takes to be a music hall comedian? Step into the shoes of a Victorian entertainer in this fun family workshop at London Museum Docklands.

No. 1 Warehouse, West India Quay, E14 4ALAge:3yr – 12yr✓ FreeSuggested visit: ~45 min
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BeeSeeking: Introduction to Bees – Walthamstow Wetlands

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Discover the fascinating world of bees at Walthamstow Wetlands on 27 June 2026. Learn how to identify bee species, understand their role in the ecosystem and find them in the wild. Ideal for curious families and nature enthusiasts.

Walthamstow Wetlands, 2 Forest Road, Walthamstow, N17 9NHAge:0m – 8yr 3m💷 Check websiteSuggested visit: ~1h 30m
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Belgravia in Bloom

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One of London's fanciest flower competitions returns, with entire shopfronts and streets turned into giant floral displays. This year's theme is fairy tales.

Belgravia, SW1X 8QTAge:All ages✓ FreeSuggested visit: ~1h 30m
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Blackheath Halls — Family Programme

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Blackheath Halls is a historic SE3 venue with a fantastic family programme — from The Gruffalo and Alice in Wonderland Ballet to interactive music shows like Boppin' Bunnies. Check their What's On page for upcoming family shows throughout the year.

Lee Road, Blackheath, SE3 9RQAge:0m – 10yrSuggested visit: ~1 hour
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Bluey's Big Play

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The official Bluey stage show featuring full-scale puppets, live music and an original story by Ludo Studio. 50 minutes, no interval. Babes in arms under 18 months free. Periodically at Southbank Centre — check the website for tour dates.

Royal Festival Hall, Belvedere Road, Southbank Centre, SE1 8XXAge:1yr 6m – 6yr💷 From £20Suggested visit: ~1 hour
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Bop Stars Circus School @ Fulham Pier

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Circus skills for kids without the stress of actually running away to join one. Juggling, plate spinning, ribbon work and even aerial silks.

Fulham Pier, Wandsworth Bridge Road, SW6 2TYAge:3yr – 8yr💷 £15Suggested visit: ~1 hour
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Boxed In @ Half Moon Theatre

TheatreEast

A playful theatre show about confusing rules, mixed-up instructions and that feeling of not quite fitting in.

Half Moon Theatre, 43 White Horse Road, E1 0NDAge:3yr – 6yr💷 £9Suggested visit: ~1h 15m
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Bring Your Own Baby Comedy – Bethnal Green

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Baby comedy club in east London at the Backyard Comedy Club. Professional comedians, relaxed daytime atmosphere. Babies up to 15 months.

Backyard Comedy Club, 231 Cambridge Heath Road, E2 0ELAge:0m – 1yr 3m💷 From £15Suggested visit: ~1 hour
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Bring Your Own Baby Comedy – Clapham

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Baby comedy club in the heart of Clapham. Professional comedians, relaxed daytime atmosphere. Babies up to 15 months.

Clapham Picturehouse, 76 Venn Street, SW4 0ATAge:0m – 1yr 3m💷 From £15Suggested visit: ~1 hour
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Bring Your Own Baby Comedy – East Dulwich

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The UK's leading daytime baby comedy club. Professional comedians perform their regular adult material to an audience of parents with babies. Buggies welcome. Babies up to 15 months.

East Dulwich Picturehouse, 116a Lordship Lane, SE22 8HDAge:0m – 1yr 3m💷 From £15Suggested visit: ~1 hour
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Bring Your Own Baby Comedy – Finsbury Park

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Baby comedy club in north London. Professional comedians, relaxed daytime atmosphere. Babies up to 15 months.

Finsbury Park Picturehouse, 17 City North Place, N4 3FUAge:0m – 1yr 3m💷 From £15Suggested visit: ~1 hour
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Bring Your Own Baby Comedy – Greenwich

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Bring Your Own Baby stand-up comedy shows in Greenwich — daytime comedy nights for parents with babies and young children. Pram-friendly venue, relaxed atmosphere — crying, feeding and nappy changes all welcome. Running since 2014, these hugely popular events sell out fast. Check byobcomedy.com for dates and tickets.

Greenwich Picturehouse, 180 Greenwich High Road, SE10 8NNAge:0m – 1yr 3m💷 From £15Suggested visit: ~1 hour
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Bubble Explorers @ Science Museum

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A live bubble show for younger kids at the Science Museum, featuring experiments and giant bubbles.

Science Museum, Exhibition Road, SW7 2DDAge:0m – 7yr💷 £4.50Suggested visit: ~1 hour
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Budding Builders @ Westminster Abbey

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Learn about the Abbey's stunning medieval architecture then get hands-on with sculpture building and creating your own rose window design. Free family day with prebooking at Westminster Abbey.

20 Deans Yard, SW1P 3PAAge:0m – 12yr✓ FreeSuggested visit: ~1 hour
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Canal Museum Family Open Day @ London Canal Museum

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Boat rides, wildlife spotting and canal-themed crafts at the wonderfully niche London Canal Museum.

London Canal Museum, 12-13 New Wharf Road, N1 9RTAge:All ages💷 from £5.50Suggested visit: ~1 hour
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Caribbean Connections @ London Transport Museum

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Celebrate Caribbean heritage and its deep connections with London's transport history. A week of family activities including arts, crafts, costumed characters, storytelling and music.

Covent Garden Piazza, WC2E 7BBAge:0m – 12yr💷 Included in admissionSuggested visit: ~45 min
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CBeebies Prom – Royal Albert Hall

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Annual relaxed family Prom every August where CBeebies characters join a live orchestra for an interactive musical bedtime story. Fully relaxed — children can move, make noise, bring soft toys. Two sessions per day. An unmissable annual fixture.

Royal Albert Hall, Kensington Gore, SW7 2APAge:0m – 6yr💷 From £15Suggested visit: ~45 min
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Champers & Pampers – East Dulwich

Wine & BubblesSouth

Guided baby-friendly wine tasting for new parents. Learn tasting techniques, explore varieties and food pairings. Babies very welcome.

The Great Exhibition, 193 Crystal Palace Road, SE22 9EPAge:Up to 1yr 6m💷 From £25 per person
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Champers & Pampers – Hackney

Wine & BubblesEast

Guided baby-friendly wine tasting for new parents at People's Park Tavern. Babies very welcome.

People's Park Tavern, 360 Victoria Park Road, E9 7BTAge:Up to 1yr 6m💷 From £25 per person
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Champers & Pampers – South Bank

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Guided baby-friendly wine tasting for new parents. Learn tasting techniques, explore varieties and food pairings in a relaxed, social atmosphere. Babies very welcome.

The Understudy, Upper Ground, South Bank, SE1 9PXAge:Up to 1yr 6m💷 From £25 per person
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Chelsea in Bloom

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Basically the floral Olympics for west London. Streets and shopfronts get covered in giant flower displays, with this year's theme going full cosmic: planets, stars and "out of this world" creations.

Chelsea, SW3 3NPAge:All ages✓ FreeSuggested visit: ~1h 30m
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Choir Extravaganza: Songs from the Screen – Blackheath Conservatoire

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Six choirs come together at Blackheath Conservatoire for an evening of music from TV and film, celebrating 100 years of television. 14 June 2026 at 3:30pm. General admission £8 | Under 5s free. Book via Eventbrite.

Blackheath Conservatoire, 19–21 Lee Road, Blackheath, SE3 9RQAge:0m – 8yr 3m✓ FreeSuggested visit: ~45 min
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Club Origami — Little Angel Puppet Festival 2026

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Rip, fold and scrumple! Dive into the magical world of Club Origami. Perfect for the very youngest — ages 2–5. Part of Little Angel Theatre's Children's Puppet Festival 2026. Playing 7–9 August at Little Angel Studios, Islington.

Little Angel Studios, 14 Dagmar Passage, Islington, N1 2DNAge:2yr – 5yr💷 PaidSuggested visit: ~1 hour
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Comedy Club 4 Kids @ Royal Albert Hall

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The UK's top family-friendly stand-up comedy club comes to the Royal Albert Hall. A show packed with laugh-out-loud sets suitable for children and adults alike.

Kensington Gore, SW7 2APAge:5yr – 12yr💷 £12.50Suggested visit: ~45 min
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Crafts & Carriages @ Royal Mews

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Dress in royal livery, sit in replica carriages, ride a wooden pony and follow the May Mews Discovery Trail. A magical behind-the-scenes look at the working royal stables at Buckingham Palace.

Buckingham Palace Road, SW1W 0QHAge:0m – 12yr💷 Included in admissionSuggested visit: ~1 hour
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Create Something Wild @ London Zoo

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Help break a Guinness World Record by painting your piece of a massive collaborative artwork celebrating ZSL London Zoo's 200th birthday. Plus face painting and extra animal activities all week.

Regent's Park, NW1 4RYAge:0m – 12yr💷 Included in zoo admissionSuggested visit: ~1h 30m
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Cures, Cloves & Curious Remedies @ Golden Hinde

OtherSouth

Join the ship's Tudor Botanist for interactive talks exploring bizarre maritime medicine and naval remedies aboard the Golden Hinde replica ship in Southwark.

St Mary Overie Dock, Cathedral Street, SE1 9DGAge:0m – 12yr💷 Included in entrySuggested visit: ~1 hour
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Cyanotype Workshop – Walthamstow Wetlands

OtherEast

Create beautiful blue-and-white botanical cyanotype prints at Walthamstow Wetlands on 31 May 2026. Learn this historic photographic printing technique using plants and flowers from the reserve. A lovely creative activity for adults and older children.

Walthamstow Wetlands, 2 Forest Road, Walthamstow, N17 9NHAge:0m – 8yr 3m💷 Check websiteSuggested visit: ~1 hour
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Data Bracelets @ Florence Nightingale Museum

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Create colourful data bracelets and discover how Florence Nightingale pioneered the use of statistics to save lives. Interactive family trails and hands-on craft activities included in admission.

2 Lambeth Palace Road, SE1 7EWAge:0m – 12yr💷 Included in admissionSuggested visit: ~1 hour
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Dazzle Design Studio @ IWM London

SensorySouth

Create your own ship camouflage designs inspired by Royal Navy dazzle techniques using paper, lightboxes and periscopes. Drop-in family workshop at the Imperial War Museum.

Lambeth Road, SE1 6HZAge:5yr – 12yr✓ FreeSuggested visit: ~1 hour
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Discovery Days: Time Travellers @ Hyde Park

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A free half-term drop-in packed with crafty historical chaos. Kids can make plant prints, try calligraphy, design the park of the future and even meet Queen Victoria.

Hyde Park Learning Centre, West Carriage Drive, W2 2UHAge:All ages✓ FreeSuggested visit: ~1h 30m
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Dog Man: The Musical @ Southbank Centre

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Based on Dav Pilkey's bestselling books, hilarious and heartfelt in equal measure, with a dog for a hero.

Royal Festival Hall, Southbank Centre, SE1 8XXAge:5yr+💷 £27Suggested visit: ~1h 15m
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Duke and Disorderly @ Tower of London

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Step back to 1826 as costumed characters bring the Duke of Wellington's reign at the Tower to life. Immersive storytelling, eccentric characters and the Crown Jewels all included in admission.

Tower of London, EC3N 4ABAge:0m – 12yr💷 Included in admissionSuggested visit: ~1 hour
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Eid Letters: Creative Calligraphy for Families @ Leighton House

OtherWest

A family workshop exploring Arabic calligraphy through colourful Eid-inspired lettering and patterns. Kids can learn to write festive phrases in beautiful script.

Leighton House, 12 Holland Park Road, W14 8LZAge:5yr – 10yr✓ FreeSuggested visit: ~1 hour
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Enchanted Creatures and How to Become One @ Royal Albert Hall

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Part shadow-puppet show, part interactive music session, part dreamy woodland fever dream. Kids help bring animated creatures to life with sounds, rhythms and live instruments.

Royal Albert Hall, Kensington Gore, SW7 2APAge:5yr+💷 from £12Suggested visit: ~45 min
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evim [my home] @ The Place

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A gentle, sensory dance show inspired by Rumi and whirling dervishes. Music, movement and magic as kids explore the idea of "home" in a calm, slightly hypnotic way.

The Place, 17 Duke's Road, WC1H 9PYAge:2yr – 7yr💷 £10–£14Suggested visit: ~1h 15m
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Eye Spy @ London Museum Docklands

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A clever half-term activity inspired by Victorian optical illusions. Kids can make their own thaumatrope and handle historic toys and trinkets.

London Museum Docklands, West India Quay, E14 4ALAge:3yr+✓ FreeSuggested visit: ~1 hour
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Fairy Tales — British Library Exhibition

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The British Library's major 2025 exhibition celebrating fairy tales across cultures and centuries — from Cinderella to Anansi. Features rare manuscripts, original illustrations and immersive displays. A magical day out for families with older toddlers and young children who love stories. Check the website for current ticket availability and family activity days.

British Library, 96 Euston Road, King's Cross, NW1 2DBAge:2yr – 10yr💷 PaidSuggested visit: ~1 hour
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Fairy Tales @ British Library

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The British Library opens a fairy tales exhibition with books, original illustrations, theatre costumes, puppets and pop-ups.

British Library, 96 Euston Road, NW1 2DBAge:3yr – 10yr💷 £11.50Suggested visit: ~1 hour
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Family Day @ Regent's Park Open Air Theatre

TheatreNorth

A magical outdoor family day featuring Fly-Kid party, Harp in the Park, Back to Baby Family Concert and The Marvellous Myth Hunter storytelling show — all in the beautiful open-air setting of Regent's Park.

Inner Circle, Regent's Park, NW1 4NRAge:0m – 12yr💷 Adults £18 / Children £15Suggested visit: ~1h 15m
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Family Day: Family Portraits Remixed @ National Portrait Gallery

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A creative drop-in family day inspired by the gallery's To Be Seen exhibition. Costumes, collage, playful photo backdrops and hands-on art activities.

National Portrait Gallery, St Martin's Place, WC2H 0HEAge:3yr+✓ FreeSuggested visit: ~1 hour
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Family Nature Discovery – Walthamstow Wetlands

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Family nature discovery session at Walthamstow Wetlands on 26 May 2026. Hands-on exploration of the wetland habitat for parents and children together. Perfect half-term activity.

Walthamstow Wetlands, 2 Forest Road, Walthamstow, N17 9NHAge:0m – 8yr 3m💷 Check websiteSuggested visit: ~1h 30m
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Family Station: May Half-Term @ British Library

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A relaxed drop-in creative space inspired by fairy tales, with crafts, games and plenty of hands-on bits to explore.

British Library, 96 Euston Road, NW1 2DBAge:All ages✓ FreeSuggested visit: ~1 hour
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Family Workshops @ Chelsea Physic Garden

OtherWest

Hands-on nature workshops in London's oldest botanic garden, including chocolate-making (learn cacao cultivation), painting with plants, family soap making and cyanotype crafting.

66 Royal Hospital Road, Chelsea, SW3 4HSAge:5yr – 12yr💷 £20–£25 per workshopSuggested visit: ~1 hour
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Felted Veggies Workshop @ Foundling Museum

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Create a miniature nature scene using wet felting techniques with a professional artist at the Foundling Museum. A calming, hands-on craft workshop for children aged 5-12.

40 Brunswick Square, WC1N 1AZAge:5yr – 12yr💷 £12 adult-childSuggested visit: ~1 hour
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For Crying Out Loud! – Baby Concerts

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Intimate, relaxed live music concerts created specifically for parents and babies under 1 year old. Musicians from the Royal Academy of Music perform while babies are free to wriggle, make noise and feed. Expectant parents also welcome.

Wigmore Hall, 36 Wigmore Street, W1U 2BPAge:0m – 1yr💷 From £12Suggested visit: ~45 min
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Free on Fridays: Holtág Quartet – Blackheath Conservatoire

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Free lunchtime concert at Blackheath Conservatoire featuring the dynamic Holtág string quartet. Repertoire spans Haydn, Beethoven and Ravel through to Crumb, Maconchy and Glass. Recent BBC Radio 3 debutants and competition finalists. 22 May 2026 at 1:30pm. 45–60 minutes. Babies and children welcome — buggy parking available. Optional retiring collection.

Blackheath Conservatoire, 19–21 Lee Road, Blackheath, SE3 9RQAge:0m – 8yr 3m✓ FreeSuggested visit: ~45 min
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Free on Fridays: Irina Korolevskaia & Chiara Naldi – Blackheath Conservatoire

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Free lunchtime concert at Blackheath Conservatoire. Cellist Irina Korolevskaia and pianist Chiara Naldi perform chamber music and solo pieces by Bach, Chopin, Fauré and Rachmaninov. 5 June 2026 at 1:30pm. All ages welcome. Optional retiring collection.

Blackheath Conservatoire, 19–21 Lee Road, Blackheath, SE3 9RQAge:0m – 8yr 3m✓ FreeSuggested visit: ~45 min
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Free on Fridays: Phillip Leslie (Piano) – Blackheath Conservatoire

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Free lunchtime piano recital at Blackheath Conservatoire. Phillip Leslie performs a selection of Chopin's most beloved works including Mazurkas, Ballade No. 1 and Nocturne. 12 June 2026 at 1:30pm. All ages welcome. Optional retiring collection.

Blackheath Conservatoire, 19–21 Lee Road, Blackheath, SE3 9RQAge:0m – 8yr 3m✓ FreeSuggested visit: ~45 min
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Free on Fridays: Thomas Walsh (Ten-String Guitar) – Blackheath Conservatoire

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Free lunchtime concert at Blackheath Conservatoire. Thomas Walsh performs on the rare ten-string guitar with JS Bach's Suite in G Minor for Lute and a contemporary Persian composition exploring new techniques. 19 June 2026 at 1:30pm. All ages welcome. Optional retiring collection.

Blackheath Conservatoire, 19–21 Lee Road, Blackheath, SE3 9RQAge:0m – 8yr 3m✓ FreeSuggested visit: ~45 min
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Giffords Circus @ Chiswick House and Gardens

OtherWest

Giffords Circus pitches up in the grounds of Chiswick House. Small tent, performers right up close. One of the most intimate circus experiences in London.

Chiswick House and Gardens, Burlington Lane, W4 2RPAge:All ages💷 from £16Suggested visit: ~1 hour
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Gozzle Trail @ WWT London Wetland Centre

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Follow Julia Donaldson's Gozzle the gosling on an interactive nature trail, finding 15 hidden Gozzles along the wetland paths, striking animal poses and exploring the bird hides.

Queen Elizabeth Walk, Barnes, SW13 9WTAge:0m – 12yr💷 Included in entry (activity pack £4)Suggested visit: ~1h 30m
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Greenwich Dog Show 2026 @ Old Royal Naval College

OtherSouth

A gloriously chaotic day celebrating all things canine, with dog competitions, pet stalls, treats, games and plenty of very enthusiastic humans.

Old Royal Naval College, King William Walk, SE10 9NNAge:All ages✓ FreeSuggested visit: ~1 hour
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Hackney Heritage Crafts @ Nisbet Community Hall

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A free drop-in workshop with colours, patterns, storytelling and plenty of glue-stick diplomacy between siblings.

Nisbet Community Hall, Hackney, E9 7LPAge:All ages✓ FreeSuggested visit: ~1 hour
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Half-Term at the Queen's House

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Meet historical characters including Mistress Babbington, build galaxies, design medals and enjoy storytelling in the stunning Palladian Queen's House in Greenwich. Free for all.

Romney Road, Greenwich, SE10 9NFAge:0m – 12yr✓ FreeSuggested visit: ~1 hour
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Half-Term Bloom Bonanza @ South London Botanical Institute

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A lovely little nature morning with flower trails, seed-ball making, microscopes, botanical snacks and floral bookmark crafting.

South London Botanical Institute, 323 Norwood Road, SE24 9AQAge:5yr – 14yr✓ FreeSuggested visit: ~1 hour
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Half-Term Character Meets @ Cutty Sark

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Meet colourful character actors from the Cutty Sark's seafaring past, then make kaleidoscopes or celestial crowns in drop-in craft sessions. Explore the famous clipper ship in Greenwich.

King William Walk, Greenwich, SE10 9HTAge:0m – 12yr💷 Included in admissionSuggested visit: ~1 hour
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Hardtack Biscuit Workshop @ National Army Museum

OtherWest

Shape and bake your own hardtack dough — the iron biscuit that fuelled soldiers through campaigns. Learn how army rations worked in this free hands-on family workshop.

Royal Hospital Road, Chelsea, SW3 4HTAge:5yr – 12yr✓ FreeSuggested visit: ~1 hour
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Heroes of the Air @ RAF Museum

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Build and test your own aircraft designs with Lego, control radio helicopters and compete in paper plane challenges. Hands-on STEM activities for families at the RAF Museum in North London.

Grahame Park Way, NW9 5LLAge:3yr – 12yr💷 £3–£10Suggested visit: ~1 hour
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Imagineering @ Museum of Water & Steam

SensoryWest

Engineering challenges for the whole family inside a Victorian pumping station. Build towers, test your designs in the splash zone and sketch blueprints among magnificent historic steam engines.

Green Dragon Lane, Brentford, TW8 0ENAge:0m – 12yr💷 Included in admissionSuggested visit: ~1 hour
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In Other Worlds @ Barbican

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An immersive family-friendly exhibition by filmmaker Liam Young exploring visions of the future through architecture, technology and imagination. A unique and thought-provoking experience for curious families.

Silk Street, EC2Y 8DSAge:0m – 12yr💷 TicketedSuggested visit: ~1 hour
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Jack and the Beanstalk (Sort Of) — Little Angel Puppet Festival 2026

OtherNorth

A panto like no other – loud, silly and completely off its beanstalk! For ages 4–11. Part of Little Angel Theatre's Children's Puppet Festival 2026. Playing 4–5 August at Little Angel Studios, Islington.

Little Angel Studios, 14 Dagmar Passage, Islington, N1 2DNAge:4yr – 11yr💷 PaidSuggested visit: ~1 hour
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Jurassic Oceans: Monsters of the Deep @ Natural History Museum

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New exhibition at the Natural History Museum. Giant prehistoric sea monsters, huge fossils and the sort of creatures that make sharks look quite manageable.

Natural History Museum, Cromwell Road, SW7 5BDAge:5yr+💷 from £7.50Suggested visit: ~1 hour
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Justin Fletcher Live – Justin Time to Rock

OtherSouth

CBeebies megastar Justin Fletcher (Mr Tumble) brings his high-energy live theatre show to London-area venues. Classic songs, dancing and comedy. Periodic touring — check the website for dates at Churchill Theatre Bromley and other nearby venues.

Churchill Theatre, High Street, Bromley, BR1 1HAAge:2yr – 8yr💷 From £15Suggested visit: ~1 hour
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Kitchen Lab @ The Royal Institution

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Turns out your kitchen is basically a science lab with snacks. Kids mix, experiment and make controlled chaos with everyday ingredients while learning the chemistry behind it all.

The Royal Institution, 21 Albemarle Street, W1S 4BSAge:9yr – 11yr💷 £25Suggested visit: ~1 hour
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Lenny Pearce – Baby Rave & Toddler Techno

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Lenny Pearce's Toddler Rave — big beats, little feet, home before bedtime. High-energy interactive DJ sets remixing children's favourites into contemporary music for babies and toddlers. Touring London venues throughout 2026–2027. Check lennypearce.com for London dates, venues and tickets.

indigo at The O2, Peninsula Square, Greenwich, SE10 0DXAge:1yr – 7yr💷 From £15Suggested visit: ~45 min
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Let's Get Bubbly @ Museum of the Order of St John

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A gloriously simple half term activity involving bubble wands, giant bubbles and "bubbly bugs" in the Cloister Garden.

Museum of the Order of St John, St John's Lane, EC1M 4DAAge:All ages✓ FreeSuggested visit: ~1 hour
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Let's Get Creative: Story Cloths @ Orleans House Gallery

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A relaxed drop-in workshop where families create colourful textile artworks together using printing, collage, drawing and simple stitching.

Orleans House Gallery, Riverside, TW1 3DJAge:4yr – 11yr✓ FreeSuggested visit: ~1 hour
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Little Swifts @ RAF Museum

Postnatal / Mum & BabyNorth

Drop-in creative sessions for the very youngest visitors. Explore aircraft, make crafts and let imaginations fly in these gentle sessions for toddlers and pre-schoolers at the RAF Museum.

Grahame Park Way, NW9 5LLAge:0m – 5yr✓ FreeSuggested visit: ~1 hour
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LPO FUNharmonics

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Full orchestral family concerts by the London Philharmonic Orchestra built around a theme or story. On FUNharmonics days, OAE TOTS runs a parallel interactive session upstairs for 2–5 year olds.

Royal Festival Hall, Belvedere Road, Southbank Centre, SE1 8XXAge:0m – 6yr💷 From £10Suggested visit: ~45 min
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LSO Musical Storytelling for Under-5s

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LSO musicians retell a children's story entirely through music in the intimate Jerwood Hall. Children are encouraged to dance, sing and move as instruments bring the tale to life. Babies under 12 months free.

LSO St Luke's, 161 Old Street, EC1V 9NGAge:0m – 5yr💷 From £8Suggested visit: ~45 min
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LSO Workshops for Under-5s

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Weekly 45-minute music workshop series led by LSO musicians. Three age-banded sessions (0–18m, 0–3, 0–5 years). Children explore music-making through percussion, movement and song. Runs each school term.

LSO St Luke's, 161 Old Street, EC1V 9NGAge:0m – 5yr💷 From £8Suggested visit: ~45 min
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Luminarium: Luxart @ Battersea Power Station

SensorySouth

A giant inflatable maze of glowing tunnels, colour-changing chambers and dreamlike spaces taking over Battersea Power Station for half term.

Battersea Power Station, Circus Road West, SW11 8DDAge:All ages💷 from £10Suggested visit: ~1 hour
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Mark Thompson's Spectacular Science Show @ Leicester Square Theatre

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Explosions, fire, flying objects and the sort of experiments that make children immediately ask to "try one at home".

Leicester Square Theatre, 6 Leicester Place, WC2H 7BXAge:5yr+💷 from £18Suggested visit: ~1h 15m
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May Half-Term @ National Maritime Museum

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Free family workshops at the National Maritime Museum in Greenwich: design navigation tools, create starry constellation prints, make Victorian thaumatropes and explore sea-inspired storytelling.

Romney Road, Greenwich, SE10 9NFAge:0m – 12yr✓ FreeSuggested visit: ~1 hour
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MCM Comic Con @ ExCeL London

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Three days of cosplay, anime, gaming, movie stars, comics and children begging you for merchandise that costs more than your weekly food shop.

ExCeL London, Royal Victoria Dock, E16 1XLAge:All ages💷 from £27Suggested visit: ~1 hour
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Michael Rosen's Birthday @ Southbank Centre

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The author and poet turns 80 and the Southbank throws a party. Silly rhymes, storytelling and special guests for the whole day.

Southbank Centre, Belvedere Road, SE1 8XXAge:5yr+✓ FreeSuggested visit: ~1 hour
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Monster May Festival @ Natural History Museum

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Free drop-in half-term festival including Jurassic Jaws — identify prehistoric marine creatures from their teeth — and Ocean Tales, a sensory storytelling session for young children.

Cromwell Road, SW7 5BDAge:4yr – 12yr✓ FreeSuggested visit: ~1 hour
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Mystery Mission @ Eltham Palace

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Crack codes, decipher clues and track down a missing top-secret message with help from a roaming secret agent at the stunning Art Deco Eltham Palace and Gardens in south-east London.

Court Yard, Eltham, SE9 5QEAge:0m – 12yr💷 15% off with online bookingSuggested visit: ~1 hour
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Nature Storytime – Walthamstow Wetlands

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Nature-themed storytime for young children at Walthamstow Wetlands on 26 May 2026. Stories inspired by the wildlife and landscapes of the wetlands. A wonderful half-term treat for little ones.

Walthamstow Wetlands, 2 Forest Road, Walthamstow, N17 9NHAge:0m – 5yr💷 Check websiteSuggested visit: ~45 min
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Nature Tots Forest School – Walthamstow Wetlands

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Forest school sessions for toddlers at Walthamstow Wetlands. Sessions run on Mondays and Fridays from mid-April through July. Little ones explore the wetland environment, connect with nature and develop outdoor skills in a guided, safe setting.

Walthamstow Wetlands, 2 Forest Road, Walthamstow, N17 9NHAge:0m – 5yr💷 Check websiteSuggested visit: ~1h 30m
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OAE TOTS

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Lively interactive concerts by the Orchestra of the Age of Enlightenment where little ones explore historic period instruments. Children bring their clapping hands, singing voices and bouncing feet. Babes under 18 months free.

Royal Festival Hall (Level 5), Belvedere Road, Southbank Centre, SE1 8XXAge:1yr 6m – 5yr💷 From £10Suggested visit: ~45 min
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OAE TOTS – Community (Acland Burghley)

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Community-facing OAE TOTS workshops hosted at Acland Burghley School in Camden. Local families enjoy interactive concerts introducing young children to baroque and classical period instruments. Subsidised places available.

Acland Burghley School, 93 Burghley Road, NW5 1UJAge:2yr – 5yr💷 From £5 (subsidised)Suggested visit: ~45 min
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Paper Theatres @ London Museum Docklands

SensoryEast

Craft a paper theatre and bring your own puppet performers to life. A hands-on workshop inspired by Victorian entertainment at London Museum Docklands.

No. 1 Warehouse, West India Quay, E14 4ALAge:3yr – 12yr✓ FreeSuggested visit: ~1 hour
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PAW Patrol Live!

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Large-scale arena show with Chase, Marshall, Skye and the full PAW Patrol crew in a musical adventure. Periodic arena visits to London — typically OVO Arena Wembley. Check the website for upcoming dates.

OVO Arena Wembley, Arena Square, Engineers Way, HA9 0AAAge:2yr – 8yr💷 From £25Suggested visit: ~1 hour
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Peg People @ London Museum Docklands

SensoryEast

Bring your own character to life in this craft workshop inspired by the East End. Design and make your very own peg doll to take home.

No. 1 Warehouse, West India Quay, E14 4ALAge:3yr – 12yr✓ FreeSuggested visit: ~1 hour
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Peppa Pig Live!

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The official Peppa Pig stage show tours London regularly, with an annual West End Christmas run at Theatre Royal Haymarket. Live actors, costumes and songs from the show. Under-12 months lap-sit free. Check the website for current London dates.

Theatre Royal Haymarket, 18 Suffolk Street, SW1Y 4HTAge:1yr 6m – 6yr💷 From £20Suggested visit: ~1 hour
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Picnic Picks @ Museum of Brands

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Hunt for colourful picnic-themed objects through the Time Tunnel of vintage packaging, then design your own picnic basket. Kids go free with a paying adult during half-term.

111–117 Lancaster Road, Notting Hill, W11 1QTAge:0m – 12yr✓ FreeSuggested visit: ~1 hour
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Planet Omar @ Unicorn Theatre

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Eight-year-old Omar has a wild imagination, a big heart and has just moved to a new neighbourhood. A joyful, funny and heartfelt theatre production for the whole family at the Unicorn Theatre.

147 Tooley Street, Bermondsey, SE1 2HZAge:7yr – 12yr💷 From £10Suggested visit: ~1h 15m
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Play Along: Virtual Orchestra @ Southbank Centre

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Kids can put on a VR headset, grab a virtual instrument and pretend they're performing with a full orchestra.

Southbank Centre, Belvedere Road, SE1 8XXAge:5yr+✓ FreeSuggested visit: ~45 min
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Pooches & Pints Dog Show @ Big Penny Social

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A bank holiday dog show with treats, prizes and the sort of wholesome chaos that happens when several dozen dogs realise they're all at the same party.

Big Penny Social, 54 Clifton Avenue, E17 6HNAge:All ages✓ FreeSuggested visit: ~1 hour
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Prams & Pinot

Wine & BubblesSouth

Baby-friendly wine tasting at a specialist wine shop. Bring your pram and little one while exploring guided wine flights. Sessions run 1:30–3pm.

Friarwood Wines & Spirits, 31 High Street, Wimbledon, SW19 5BYAge:Up to 2yr💷 From £20 per person
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Puffling Percy — Little Angel Puppet Festival 2026

OtherNorth

A fearful puffling and a field mouse companion set out on an adventure together. For ages 3–8. Part of Little Angel Theatre's Children's Puppet Festival 2026. Playing 11–12 August at Little Angel Studios, Islington.

Little Angel Studios, 14 Dagmar Passage, Islington, N1 2DNAge:3yr – 8yr💷 PaidSuggested visit: ~1 hour
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Rapunzel @ The Albany

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A funny, slightly twisted retelling of Rapunzel from award-winning theatre company Wrongsemble.

The Albany, Douglas Way, SE8 4AGAge:3yr – 10yr💷 £9.50Suggested visit: ~1h 15m
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Room on the Broom – Lyric Theatre

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Tall Stories' Olivier Award-nominated adaptation of Julia Donaldson's Room on the Broom. 55 minutes, no interval. Magical puppetry, songs and audience participation. Plays West End Christmas seasons at the Lyric Theatre. Check the website for upcoming dates.

Lyric Theatre, 29 Shaftesbury Avenue, W1D 7ESAge:3yr – 8yr💷 From £18Suggested visit: ~1 hour
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Royal Opera House – Family Sundays

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Free family-friendly events at the Royal Opera House every Sunday, including workshops, performances, and backstage experiences. A magical introduction to opera and ballet for little ones.

Royal Opera House, Bow Street, Covent Garden, WC2E 9DDAge:0m – 5yr✓ FreeSuggested visit: ~45 min
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Royal Parks Nature Roadshows

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Free family scavenger trails and drop-in nature activities in Kensington Gardens and Regent's Park celebrating the wildlife and ecology of London's royal parks.

Kensington Gardens / Regent's Park, W2 2UHAge:0m – 12yr✓ FreeSuggested visit: ~1h 30m
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Seek the Seahorse @ HMS Belfast

OtherSouth

Discover how the seahorse became the ship's crest by finding hidden seahorses and cracking codes aboard HMS Belfast. Paint your own plaster souvenir to take home. Drop-in daily.

The Queen's Walk, Southwark, SE1 2JHAge:0m – 12yr💷 Included in admissionSuggested visit: ~1 hour
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Shadow Puppets @ Tower Bridge

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Hear stories about unusual objects that have crossed Tower Bridge, then make shadow puppets and act them out in this drop-in workshop for children aged 6-10.

Tower Bridge Road, SE1 2UPAge:6yr – 10yr✓ FreeSuggested visit: ~1 hour
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Sherlock Holmes @ Regent's Park Open Air Theatre

TheatreNorth

A brand new Sherlock Holmes mystery set in Victorian London, performed outdoors in Regent's Park. Fog, conspiracies and a bit of Baker Street.

Regent's Park Open Air Theatre, Inner Circle, NW1 4NUAge:12yr+💷 from £15Suggested visit: ~1h 15m
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Skate 50 @ Southbank Centre

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A celebration of London's legendary skate scene with photography, video and stories from the Undercroft over the last 50 years.

Southbank Centre, Belvedere Road, SE1 8XXAge:All ages💷 Pay What You CanSuggested visit: ~1 hour
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Spring Myths and Merriment @ British Museum

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The British Museum's free half term festival returns with storytelling, creative workshops and even Morris dancing.

British Museum, Great Russell Street, WC1B 3DGAge:6yr+✓ FreeSuggested visit: ~1 hour
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Stick Man – Bloomsbury Theatre

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Freckle Productions' award-winning adaptation of Julia Donaldson's Stick Man. Packed with puppetry, songs, live music and comedy. 60 minutes, no interval. Annual Christmas season at the Bloomsbury Theatre — check the website for dates.

Bloomsbury Theatre, 15 Gordon Street, WC1H 0AHAge:2yr – 7yr💷 From £18Suggested visit: ~1 hour
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Storytelling and Crafts @ Upper Norwood Library

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A warm, feel-good storytelling session inspired by I Shine Like the Sun, followed by nature-themed crafts for little ones.

Upper Norwood Library, Westow Hill, SE19 1TJAge:All ages✓ FreeSuggested visit: ~45 min
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Super Nature Trail @ King's Cross

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Follow the free Super Nature Trail along Regent's Canal and Coal Drops Yard, discovering hidden urban wildlife with QR code prompts. Plus a woven installation 'Dandelions Always Return' by the canal.

Coal Drops Yard, King's Cross, N1C 4TBAge:0m – 12yr✓ FreeSuggested visit: ~1h 30m
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Superhero Family Fun Day @ Primrose Hill Community Library

OtherNorth

An afternoon of superhero games, face painting and soft play, with kids encouraged to come dressed as their favourite caped crusader.

Primrose Hill Community Library, Princess Road, NW1 8JLAge:All ages💷 £12Suggested visit: ~1 hour
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T. Rex Show with Teach Rex @ Natural History Museum

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Meet Teach Rex — a life-size, animatronic baby T. rex — in this interactive family performance exploring dinosaur science at the Natural History Museum.

Cromwell Road, SW7 5BDAge:0m – 12yr💷 £12Suggested visit: ~1 hour
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Tales from Acorn Wood @ artsdepot

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Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler's cosy woodland stories come to life on stage with puppets, songs and plenty of gentle fun for little ones.

artsdepot, 5 Nether Street, N12 0GAAge:1yr – 6yr💷 from £15Suggested visit: ~1h 15m
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Teddy Bear Picnic @ Fulham Palace

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Pack the picnic blanket, grab the fluffiest member of the family and head to Fulham Palace for a teddy-themed day in the gardens. Outdoor theatre, games and crafts.

Fulham Palace, Bishop's Avenue, SW6 6EAAge:All ages💷 from £12Suggested visit: ~1h 30m
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The Big Bahooey @ Hampton Court Palace

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Three days of circus acts, aerial shows, workshops, street theatre and general glorious nonsense taking over Hampton Court Palace gardens.

Hampton Court Palace, East Molesey, KT8 9AUAge:All ages💷 Included with admissionSuggested visit: ~1 hour
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The Fairy Tale Fan Club @ British Library

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Richard Ayoade + fairy tales is already a strong combo. Expect funny twists on classic stories, live readings, and plenty of "wait… what happened after?" moments.

British Library, 96 Euston Road, NW1 2DBAge:8yr+💷 £12Suggested visit: ~1 hour
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The Flying Bath @ Little Angel Theatre

TheatreNorth

Julia Donaldson and David Roberts' story about a bath that flies off into the night, with catchy songs, rubber ducks and everyday heroes.

Little Angel Theatre, 14 Dagmar Passage, N1 2DNAge:2yr – 5yr💷 £13.50Suggested visit: ~1h 15m
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The Gruffalo – Lyric Theatre

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Tall Stories' Olivier Award-nominated stage adaptation of Julia Donaldson's beloved picture book. Features puppetry, original songs and live performance. Seen by over 3 million children worldwide. Plays summer seasons at the Lyric Theatre, West End. Check the website for current dates.

Lyric Theatre, 29 Shaftesbury Avenue, W1D 7ESAge:3yr – 8yr💷 From £20Suggested visit: ~1 hour
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The Gruffalo's Child – Lyric Theatre

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Tall Stories' enchanting sequel to The Gruffalo, playing Christmas seasons at the Lyric Theatre in London's West End. Puppetry, songs and the magic of the snowy Deep Dark Wood. Check the website for current dates.

Lyric Theatre, 29 Shaftesbury Avenue, W1D 7ESAge:3yr – 8yr💷 From £20Suggested visit: ~1 hour
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The Jolly Postman @ Postal Museum

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Step into the world of Janet and Allan Ahlberg's beloved picture book. Write messages, ride the underground Mail Rail and explore interactive fairytale locations in this immersive family exhibition.

15–20 Phoenix Place, WC1X 0DAAge:0m – 12yr💷 Included in admissionSuggested visit: ~1 hour
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The Place We Made @ Theatre Peckham

TheatreSouth

A powerful theatre piece for teens about twelve young people escaping the adult world to build their own society deep in the Scottish Highlands.

Theatre Peckham, 12 Havil Street, SE5 7SDAge:13yr+💷 Pay What You CanSuggested visit: ~1h 15m
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The Sorcerer's Apprentice — Little Angel Puppet Festival 2026

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World premiere marionette production. A curious child unleashes magical powers — but when the spells don't stop, the young apprentice learns that all things must be handled with care. Written, directed and designed by Olivier Hymans. For ages 6+. Playing 22–30 August at Little Angel Theatre, Islington.

Little Angel Theatre, 14 Dagmar Passage, Islington, N1 2DNAge:6yr – 12yr💷 PaidSuggested visit: ~1 hour
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The Tiger Who Came to Tea

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Olivier Award-nominated hit stage adaptation of Judith Kerr's beloved picture book. A boisterous, upbeat play with music about an unexpected teatime guest. Runs summer and Christmas seasons at Theatre Royal Haymarket. Children under 18 months may sit on a lap. Check the website for current dates.

Theatre Royal Haymarket, 18 Suffolk Street, SW1Y 4HTAge:1yr 6m – 7yr💷 From £18Suggested visit: ~1 hour
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The Ugly Duckling @ Puppet Theatre Barge

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Andersen's story about not fitting in, told with puppets on the barge in Little Venice. A moving and careful piece of puppet work.

Puppet Theatre Barge, Blomfield Road, W9 2PFAge:4yr – 10yr💷 £12Suggested visit: ~1h 15m
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The Very Hungry Caterpillar Show

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International touring production featuring 75 life-size puppets bringing four Eric Carle picture books to life: The Very Hungry Caterpillar, The Very Busy Spider, 10 Little Rubber Ducks and Brown Bear, Brown Bear. 50–60 minutes. Suitable from 12 months. Periodically visits artsdepot and other London venues.

artsdepot, 5 Nether Street, North Finchley, N12 0GAAge:1yr – 8yr💷 From £15Suggested visit: ~1 hour
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The Very Hungry Caterpillar™ Trail – Walthamstow Wetlands

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Self-guided trail through the stunning Walthamstow Wetlands inspired by Eric Carle's beloved picture book. Follow the trail during reserve opening hours (9:30am–5pm) — allow at least 1 hour. Perfect for families with young children exploring nature together.

Walthamstow Wetlands, 2 Forest Road, Walthamstow, N17 9NHAge:0m – 6yr💷 Check websiteSuggested visit: ~1h 30m
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The Wiggles – Live in London

MusicEast

The beloved Australian children's music group bring their arena spectacular to London periodically. Big-production show with dancing, DJ Dorothy, bubbles, lights and the Big Red Ute. Check the website for upcoming London dates.

ExCeL London, 1 Western Gateway, Royal Victoria Dock, E16 1XLAge:1yr – 5yr💷 From £25Suggested visit: ~45 min
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Time Travel Club @ National Archives

OtherWest

History-focused craft workshops in the café at the National Archives, Kew. Explore original documents and bring history to life through making and creative activities. Prebooking essential.

Kew, Richmond, TW9 4DUAge:0m – 12yr💷 £3Suggested visit: ~1 hour
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Tiny Planet — Little Angel Puppet Festival 2026

OtherNorth

Discover a Tiny Planet that holds gigantic stories. Part of Little Angel Theatre's Children's Puppet Festival 2026. Playing 28–29 July at Little Angel Studios, Islington.

Little Angel Studios, 14 Dagmar Passage, Islington, N1 2DNAge:5yr – 11yr💷 PaidSuggested visit: ~1 hour
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Tortoise and the Hare @ Polka Theatre

TheatreSouth

A classic fable turned into a lively, toe-tapping show with puppets, music and just enough chaos to keep small attention spans locked in.

Polka Theatre, 240 The Broadway, SW19 1SBAge:3yr – 7yr💷 from £10Suggested visit: ~1h 15m
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Toto Kerblammo! @ Unicorn Theatre

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A powerful theatre show experienced through headphones and immersive 3D sound. Funny, moving and inventive in a way kids will remember for ages.

Unicorn Theatre, 147 Tooley Street, SE1 2HZAge:10yr+💷 from £16.50Suggested visit: ~1h 15m
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Toto The Ninja Cat and the Great Snake Escape @ Little Angel Theatre

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Dermot O'Leary's bestselling children's book comes alive with music, laugh-out-loud fun and extraordinary puppetry.

Little Angel Theatre, 14 Dagmar Passage, N1 2DNAge:5yr+💷 £13.50Suggested visit: ~1h 15m
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TRASHITAS Workshop @ Museum of the Home

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A gloriously chaotic upcycled art workshop where kids can turn cardboard, scraps and assorted objects into colourful creations.

Museum of the Home, 136 Kingsland Road, E2 8EAAge:All ages✓ FreeSuggested visit: ~1 hour
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Tree Walk with Greg Packman – Walthamstow Wetlands

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Guided tree walk at Walthamstow Wetlands on 27 June 2026, led by expert Greg Packman. Explore the trees of the wetlands, learn how to identify species and discover their ecological importance. A wonderful outdoor learning experience for all the family.

Walthamstow Wetlands, 2 Forest Road, Walthamstow, N17 9NHAge:0m – 8yr 3m💷 Check websiteSuggested visit: ~1h 30m
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Twist Museum — May Half Term 2026

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Interactive museum of optical illusions and mind-bending sensory experiences, with special half term programming 23–31 May 2026. Includes daily live science and magic shows by Marvin's Magic (Captain Calamity) at 11am, 12:30pm, 2pm and 3pm, a complimentary detective activity trail, and 80+ hands-on exhibits. One accessible floor, pram-friendly. Under-3s free. Children from £18, adults from £23.50.

248 Oxford Street, Oxford Circus, W1C 1DHAge:2yr – 12yr💷 From £18Suggested visit: ~1 hour
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Unicorn Theatre – Baby & Toddler Shows

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The UK's leading professional theatre for young audiences, with a dedicated programme for ages 0–3. Sensory shows for babies from 6 months and intimate productions for toddlers. A wonderful introduction to live theatre right by London Bridge.

Unicorn Theatre, 147 Tooley Street, London Bridge, SE1 2HZAge:6m – 5yr💷 From £10Suggested visit: ~1 hour
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UNIQLO Tate PlayMake Studio @ Tate Modern

SensorySouth

A free drop-in creative studio at Tate Modern where families explore memory through play and making. Wednesdays are dedicated to under-5s; weekends open to all ages.

Bankside, SE1 9TGAge:0m – 12yr✓ FreeSuggested visit: ~1 hour
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V&A Half Term: Nature, Design & Play

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The V&A has gone full crafty chaos for half term, with free drop-in activities inspired by nature and design. Tarot card making, fungi fashion, digital drawing, performances and sensory play for babies.

V&A Museum, Cromwell Road, SW7 2RLAge:All ages✓ FreeSuggested visit: ~1 hour
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Voyage to the Deep — Horniman Museum

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Immersive interactive exhibition inspired by Jules Verne's 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea. Board the Nautilus submarine, command the periscope, explore kelp forests, meet a giant squid, and dress up as submariners or sea creatures. Includes Octonauts-themed activities and a free adventure trail. Running until 1 November 2026. Adults £9.80, children (3–16) £7, under-3s free. Advance booking recommended.

Horniman Museum and Gardens, 100 London Road, Forest Hill, SE23 3PQAge:2yr – 12yr💷 From £7Suggested visit: ~1 hour
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Voyage to the Deep @ Horniman Museum

SensorySouth

Board the legendary Nautilus submarine and explore Jules Verne-inspired underwater worlds packed with prehistoric sea creatures, interactive challenges and an Octonauts trail.

100 London Road, Forest Hill, SE23 3PQAge:0m – 12yr💷 £9.80 child / £7 childSuggested visit: ~1 hour
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We Were There @ IWM London

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Meet real-life veterans and eyewitnesses to war sharing their personal stories and memories. A rare and moving opportunity for families at the Imperial War Museum.

Lambeth Road, SE1 6HZAge:0m – 12yr✓ FreeSuggested visit: ~1 hour
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We're Going on a Bear Hunt

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Little Angel Theatre's acclaimed puppetry production of Michael Rosen's classic picture book. Approximately 45 minutes, with original music. Regularly plays at Polka Theatre Wimbledon and tours London venues — check the website for upcoming dates.

Polka Theatre, 240 The Broadway, Wimbledon, SW19 1SBAge:3yr – 7yr💷 From £15Suggested visit: ~1 hour
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Wigmore Hall – Chamber Tots

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Interactive music-making sessions (~1 hour) where children explore instruments, songs and stories with chamber musicians. Two age-split sessions: 1–2 years and 3–5 years. Children march, move and play along.

Wigmore Hall, 36 Wigmore Street, W1U 2BPAge:1yr – 5yr💷 From £12Suggested visit: ~45 min
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Wildflower Printing Workshop – Walthamstow Wetlands

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Hands-on wildflower printing workshop at Walthamstow Wetlands on 19 June 2026. Use flowers and plants from the reserve to create beautiful prints to take home. Great for adults and children who love nature and craft.

Walthamstow Wetlands, 2 Forest Road, Walthamstow, N17 9NHAge:0m – 8yr 3m💷 Check websiteSuggested visit: ~1 hour
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Wine & Wean

Wine & BubblesEast

Monthly baby-friendly natural wine and artisan cheese tasting. Babies are compulsory — a firm parent-and-baby occasion. Runs 12–3pm.

Big Penny Social, 1 Priestley Way, Walthamstow, E17 6ALAge:Up to 2yr💷 From £15 per person
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Wonderful Wildlife Weekends – Walthamstow Wetlands

ParkEast

Family wildlife discovery sessions every other Sunday from May through August at Walthamstow Wetlands. Dates: 24 May, 7 Jun, 21 Jun, 5 Jul, 19 Jul, 2 Aug, 16 Aug, 30 Aug 2026. Explore the reserve's incredible wildlife with expert guides. A brilliant free day out for nature-loving families.

Walthamstow Wetlands, 2 Forest Road, Walthamstow, N17 9NHAge:0m – 8yr 3m💷 Check websiteSuggested visit: ~1h 30m
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Young Archaeologists @ London Mithraeum

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Kids can channel their inner Indiana Jones at this hands-on archaeology day exploring Roman London through real artefacts, puzzles and excavation-style activities.

London Mithraeum, 12 Walbrook, EC4N 8AAAge:All ages✓ FreeSuggested visit: ~1 hour
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Zog – Cadogan Hall

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Freckle Productions bring Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler's Zog to life with joyful original songs, puppets by Little Angel Theatre, and live music. Summer season at Cadogan Hall. Check the website for upcoming dates.

Cadogan Hall, 5 Sloane Terrace, SW1X 9DQAge:3yr – 8yr💷 From £18Suggested visit: ~1 hour
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