What's On 🎪
Concerts, live shows and one-off events in London for babies and toddlers.

The Gruffalo
Lyric Theatre · 17 Jul – 6 Sep 2026

Lenny Pearce – Baby Rave
The O2, Greenwich

Bach to Baby
Venues across London

ROH Family Sundays
Royal Opera House · 10 May–14 Jun · £20
Blackheath Halls — Family Shows
SE3 · The Gruffalo, Ballet & more

The Gruffalo
Lyric Theatre · 17 Jul – 6 Sep 2026

Lenny Pearce – Baby Rave
The O2, Greenwich

Bach to Baby
Venues across London

ROH Family Sundays
Royal Opera House · 10 May–14 Jun · £20
Blackheath Halls — Family Shows
SE3 · The Gruffalo, Ballet & more

The Gruffalo
Lyric Theatre · 17 Jul – 6 Sep 2026

Lenny Pearce – Baby Rave
The O2, Greenwich

Bach to Baby
Venues across London

ROH Family Sundays
Royal Opera House · 10 May–14 Jun · £20
Blackheath Halls — Family Shows
SE3 · The Gruffalo, Ballet & more
153 events
A Line Florist by Anna Bruder @ Battersea Power Station
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.
Alice in Wonderland – Family Concert at Blackheath Conservatoire
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.
Astronomers Take Over — National Maritime Museum
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.
At Sea — Little Angel Puppet Festival 2026
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.
Baby Broadway: Timeless Tunes & Music Hall Melodies @ London Museum Docklands
Sing, dance and play your way through the history of entertainment in this interactive session designed for babies and toddlers.
Bach to Baby – Dulwich Village
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.
Bach to Baby – Highgate
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.
Bach to Baby – London Bridge
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.
Bach to Baby – Notting Hill
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.
Bach to Baby – West Hampstead
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.
Barrel of Laughs @ London Museum Docklands
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.
BeeSeeking: Introduction to Bees – Walthamstow Wetlands
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.
Belgravia in Bloom
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.
Blackheath Halls — Family Programme
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.
Bluey's Big Play
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.
Bop Stars Circus School @ Fulham Pier
Circus skills for kids without the stress of actually running away to join one. Juggling, plate spinning, ribbon work and even aerial silks.
Boxed In @ Half Moon Theatre
A playful theatre show about confusing rules, mixed-up instructions and that feeling of not quite fitting in.
Bring Your Own Baby Comedy – Bethnal Green
Baby comedy club in east London at the Backyard Comedy Club. Professional comedians, relaxed daytime atmosphere. Babies up to 15 months.
Bring Your Own Baby Comedy – Clapham
Baby comedy club in the heart of Clapham. Professional comedians, relaxed daytime atmosphere. Babies up to 15 months.
Bring Your Own Baby Comedy – East Dulwich
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.
Bring Your Own Baby Comedy – Finsbury Park
Baby comedy club in north London. Professional comedians, relaxed daytime atmosphere. Babies up to 15 months.
Bring Your Own Baby Comedy – Greenwich
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.
Bubble Explorers @ Science Museum
A live bubble show for younger kids at the Science Museum, featuring experiments and giant bubbles.
Budding Builders @ Westminster Abbey
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.
Canal Museum Family Open Day @ London Canal Museum
Boat rides, wildlife spotting and canal-themed crafts at the wonderfully niche London Canal Museum.
Caribbean Connections @ London Transport Museum
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.
CBeebies Prom – Royal Albert Hall
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.
Champers & Pampers – East Dulwich
Guided baby-friendly wine tasting for new parents. Learn tasting techniques, explore varieties and food pairings. Babies very welcome.
Champers & Pampers – Hackney
Guided baby-friendly wine tasting for new parents at People's Park Tavern. Babies very welcome.
Champers & Pampers – South Bank
Guided baby-friendly wine tasting for new parents. Learn tasting techniques, explore varieties and food pairings in a relaxed, social atmosphere. Babies very welcome.
Chelsea in Bloom
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.
Choir Extravaganza: Songs from the Screen – Blackheath Conservatoire
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.
Club Origami — Little Angel Puppet Festival 2026
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.
Comedy Club 4 Kids @ Royal Albert Hall
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.
Crafts & Carriages @ Royal Mews
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.
Create Something Wild @ London Zoo
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.
Cures, Cloves & Curious Remedies @ Golden Hinde
Join the ship's Tudor Botanist for interactive talks exploring bizarre maritime medicine and naval remedies aboard the Golden Hinde replica ship in Southwark.
Cyanotype Workshop – Walthamstow Wetlands
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.
Data Bracelets @ Florence Nightingale Museum
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.
Dazzle Design Studio @ IWM London
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.
Discovery Days: Time Travellers @ Hyde Park
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.
Dog Man: The Musical @ Southbank Centre
Based on Dav Pilkey's bestselling books, hilarious and heartfelt in equal measure, with a dog for a hero.
Duke and Disorderly @ Tower of London
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.
Eid Letters: Creative Calligraphy for Families @ Leighton House
A family workshop exploring Arabic calligraphy through colourful Eid-inspired lettering and patterns. Kids can learn to write festive phrases in beautiful script.
Enchanted Creatures and How to Become One @ Royal Albert Hall
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.
evim [my home] @ The Place
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.
Eye Spy @ London Museum Docklands
A clever half-term activity inspired by Victorian optical illusions. Kids can make their own thaumatrope and handle historic toys and trinkets.
Fairy Tales — British Library Exhibition
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.
Fairy Tales @ British Library
The British Library opens a fairy tales exhibition with books, original illustrations, theatre costumes, puppets and pop-ups.
Family Day @ Regent's Park Open Air Theatre
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.
Family Day: Family Portraits Remixed @ National Portrait Gallery
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.
Family Nature Discovery – Walthamstow Wetlands
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.
Family Station: May Half-Term @ British Library
A relaxed drop-in creative space inspired by fairy tales, with crafts, games and plenty of hands-on bits to explore.
Family Workshops @ Chelsea Physic Garden
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.
Felted Veggies Workshop @ Foundling Museum
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.
For Crying Out Loud! – Baby Concerts
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.
Free on Fridays: Holtág Quartet – Blackheath Conservatoire
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.
Free on Fridays: Irina Korolevskaia & Chiara Naldi – Blackheath Conservatoire
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.
Free on Fridays: Phillip Leslie (Piano) – Blackheath Conservatoire
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.
Free on Fridays: Thomas Walsh (Ten-String Guitar) – Blackheath Conservatoire
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.
Giffords Circus @ Chiswick House and Gardens
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.
Gozzle Trail @ WWT London Wetland Centre
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.
Greenwich Dog Show 2026 @ Old Royal Naval College
A gloriously chaotic day celebrating all things canine, with dog competitions, pet stalls, treats, games and plenty of very enthusiastic humans.
Hackney Heritage Crafts @ Nisbet Community Hall
A free drop-in workshop with colours, patterns, storytelling and plenty of glue-stick diplomacy between siblings.
Half-Term at the Queen's House
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.
Half-Term Bloom Bonanza @ South London Botanical Institute
A lovely little nature morning with flower trails, seed-ball making, microscopes, botanical snacks and floral bookmark crafting.
Half-Term Character Meets @ Cutty Sark
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.
Hardtack Biscuit Workshop @ National Army Museum
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.
Heroes of the Air @ RAF Museum
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.
Imagineering @ Museum of Water & Steam
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.
In Other Worlds @ Barbican
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.
Jack and the Beanstalk (Sort Of) — Little Angel Puppet Festival 2026
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.
Jurassic Oceans: Monsters of the Deep @ Natural History Museum
New exhibition at the Natural History Museum. Giant prehistoric sea monsters, huge fossils and the sort of creatures that make sharks look quite manageable.
Justin Fletcher Live – Justin Time to Rock
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.
Kitchen Lab @ The Royal Institution
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.
Lenny Pearce – Baby Rave & Toddler Techno
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.
Let's Get Bubbly @ Museum of the Order of St John
A gloriously simple half term activity involving bubble wands, giant bubbles and "bubbly bugs" in the Cloister Garden.
Let's Get Creative: Story Cloths @ Orleans House Gallery
A relaxed drop-in workshop where families create colourful textile artworks together using printing, collage, drawing and simple stitching.
Little Swifts @ RAF Museum
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.
LPO FUNharmonics
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.
LSO Musical Storytelling for Under-5s
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 Workshops for Under-5s
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.
Luminarium: Luxart @ Battersea Power Station
A giant inflatable maze of glowing tunnels, colour-changing chambers and dreamlike spaces taking over Battersea Power Station for half term.
Mark Thompson's Spectacular Science Show @ Leicester Square Theatre
Explosions, fire, flying objects and the sort of experiments that make children immediately ask to "try one at home".
May Half-Term @ National Maritime Museum
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.
MCM Comic Con @ ExCeL London
Three days of cosplay, anime, gaming, movie stars, comics and children begging you for merchandise that costs more than your weekly food shop.
Michael Rosen's Birthday @ Southbank Centre
The author and poet turns 80 and the Southbank throws a party. Silly rhymes, storytelling and special guests for the whole day.
Monster May Festival @ Natural History Museum
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.
Mystery Mission @ Eltham Palace
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.
Nature Storytime – Walthamstow Wetlands
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.
Nature Tots Forest School – Walthamstow Wetlands
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.
OAE TOTS
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.
OAE TOTS – Community (Acland Burghley)
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.
Paper Theatres @ London Museum Docklands
Craft a paper theatre and bring your own puppet performers to life. A hands-on workshop inspired by Victorian entertainment at London Museum Docklands.
PAW Patrol Live!
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.
Peg People @ London Museum Docklands
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.
Peppa Pig Live!
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.
Picnic Picks @ Museum of Brands
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.
Planet Omar @ Unicorn Theatre
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.
Play Along: Virtual Orchestra @ Southbank Centre
Kids can put on a VR headset, grab a virtual instrument and pretend they're performing with a full orchestra.
Pooches & Pints Dog Show @ Big Penny Social
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.
Prams & Pinot
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.
Puffling Percy — Little Angel Puppet Festival 2026
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.
Rapunzel @ The Albany
A funny, slightly twisted retelling of Rapunzel from award-winning theatre company Wrongsemble.
Room on the Broom – Lyric Theatre
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.
Royal Opera House – Family Sundays
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 Parks Nature Roadshows
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.
Seek the Seahorse @ HMS Belfast
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.
Shadow Puppets @ Tower Bridge
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.
Sherlock Holmes @ Regent's Park Open Air Theatre
A brand new Sherlock Holmes mystery set in Victorian London, performed outdoors in Regent's Park. Fog, conspiracies and a bit of Baker Street.
Skate 50 @ Southbank Centre
A celebration of London's legendary skate scene with photography, video and stories from the Undercroft over the last 50 years.
Spring Myths and Merriment @ British Museum
The British Museum's free half term festival returns with storytelling, creative workshops and even Morris dancing.
Stick Man – Bloomsbury Theatre
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.
Storytelling and Crafts @ Upper Norwood Library
A warm, feel-good storytelling session inspired by I Shine Like the Sun, followed by nature-themed crafts for little ones.
Super Nature Trail @ King's Cross
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.
Superhero Family Fun Day @ Primrose Hill Community Library
An afternoon of superhero games, face painting and soft play, with kids encouraged to come dressed as their favourite caped crusader.
T. Rex Show with Teach Rex @ Natural History Museum
Meet Teach Rex — a life-size, animatronic baby T. rex — in this interactive family performance exploring dinosaur science at the Natural History Museum.
Tales from Acorn Wood @ artsdepot
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.
Teddy Bear Picnic @ Fulham Palace
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.
The Big Bahooey @ Hampton Court Palace
Three days of circus acts, aerial shows, workshops, street theatre and general glorious nonsense taking over Hampton Court Palace gardens.
The Fairy Tale Fan Club @ British Library
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.
The Flying Bath @ Little Angel Theatre
Julia Donaldson and David Roberts' story about a bath that flies off into the night, with catchy songs, rubber ducks and everyday heroes.
The Gruffalo – Lyric Theatre
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.
The Gruffalo's Child – Lyric Theatre
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.
The Jolly Postman @ Postal Museum
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.
The Place We Made @ Theatre Peckham
A powerful theatre piece for teens about twelve young people escaping the adult world to build their own society deep in the Scottish Highlands.
The Sorcerer's Apprentice — Little Angel Puppet Festival 2026
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.
The Tiger Who Came to Tea
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.
The Ugly Duckling @ Puppet Theatre Barge
Andersen's story about not fitting in, told with puppets on the barge in Little Venice. A moving and careful piece of puppet work.
The Very Hungry Caterpillar Show
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.
The Very Hungry Caterpillar™ Trail – Walthamstow Wetlands
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.
The Wiggles – Live in London
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.
Time Travel Club @ National Archives
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.
Tiny Planet — Little Angel Puppet Festival 2026
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.
Tortoise and the Hare @ Polka Theatre
A classic fable turned into a lively, toe-tapping show with puppets, music and just enough chaos to keep small attention spans locked in.
Toto Kerblammo! @ Unicorn Theatre
A powerful theatre show experienced through headphones and immersive 3D sound. Funny, moving and inventive in a way kids will remember for ages.
Toto The Ninja Cat and the Great Snake Escape @ Little Angel Theatre
Dermot O'Leary's bestselling children's book comes alive with music, laugh-out-loud fun and extraordinary puppetry.
TRASHITAS Workshop @ Museum of the Home
A gloriously chaotic upcycled art workshop where kids can turn cardboard, scraps and assorted objects into colourful creations.
Tree Walk with Greg Packman – Walthamstow Wetlands
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.
Twist Museum — May Half Term 2026
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.
Unicorn Theatre – Baby & Toddler Shows
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.
UNIQLO Tate PlayMake Studio @ Tate Modern
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.
V&A Half Term: Nature, Design & Play
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.
Voyage to the Deep — Horniman Museum
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.
Voyage to the Deep @ Horniman Museum
Board the legendary Nautilus submarine and explore Jules Verne-inspired underwater worlds packed with prehistoric sea creatures, interactive challenges and an Octonauts trail.
We Were There @ IWM London
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.
We're Going on a Bear Hunt
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.
Wigmore Hall – Chamber Tots
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.
Wildflower Printing Workshop – Walthamstow Wetlands
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.
Wine & Wean
Monthly baby-friendly natural wine and artisan cheese tasting. Babies are compulsory — a firm parent-and-baby occasion. Runs 12–3pm.
Wonderful Wildlife Weekends – Walthamstow Wetlands
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.
Young Archaeologists @ London Mithraeum
Kids can channel their inner Indiana Jones at this hands-on archaeology day exploring Roman London through real artefacts, puzzles and excavation-style activities.
Zog – Cadogan Hall
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.
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