What's On in London, North

Rip's Nature Trail

Venue: Forty Hall

Website: www.fortyhallestate.co.uk

Explore the Nature Trail created by young curators during The Wild Escape workshops, some as young as 6 years old! Forty Hall will provide a bag with everything you need to see the smallest bug and the...

Kumon Free Registration

Venue: Kumon Study Centres North London

Website: www.kumon.co.uk

Now is the perfect time to experience Kumon! Study Centres across North London are offering free registration for new and returning students from 1st February to 15th March. Don’t miss this opportunity...

The Jolly Postman

Venue: The Postal Museum

Website: www.postalmuseum.org

Step inside the story in an immersive exhibition celebrating 40 years of the much-loved children’s book by Janet and Allan Ahlberg. Meet the Jolly Postman – off on his rounds with letters for some...

Ramses and the Pharaoh’s Gold: The Exhibition

Venue: Battersea Power Station

Website: https://batterseapowerstation.co.uk

Marvel at colossal statues, intricately carved royal coffins, glittering gold, and rare artefacts seldom seen outside Egypt. Blending world-class archaeology with immersive environments, this once-in-a-lifetime...

British Science Week

Venue: Nationwide

Website: www.britishscienceweek.org

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

Chatterbooks Children's Reading Group

Venue: Dalston CLR Library

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

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

Chess Club

Venue: Dalston CLR Library

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

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

CrickleKids

Venue: Cricklewood Library

Website: www.cricklewoodlibrary.org.uk

Got kids aged 4-7? Do they like books and art? Take them to CrickleKids, the new, Lottery and Beacon Lodge-funded book-themed craft and art class.Perfect to inspire a love of reading in your little ones....

Highbury Fields Junior Parkrun

Venue: Highbury Fields

Website: www.parkrun.org.uk/highburyfields-juniors

A free, fun, and friendly weekly 2k event for juniors (4 to 14 year olds) held every Sunday at 9am. Free to join but register before you first go along. The aim is to have fun so go along and join in...

Mini Farmers Club

Venue: Hackney City Farm

Website: www.hackneycityfarm.co.uk

Held every Saturday morning from 10.20am-12.30pm for children ages 8-12 years. This is a great way for children to learn about nature, make art and crafts and get to know the animals under the careful...

Nile Wilson Gymnastics

Venue: Queens Park, Chelsea and Muswell Hill

Website: www.nwga.co.uk

NWG Academy is a specialist Gymnastics, Freestyle and Acrobatic Dance company based in London.Through classes and holiday camps, children build strength, fine-tune motor skills, and improve their flexibility...

Royal Drawing School

Venue: 19-22 Charlotte Road

Website: https://royaldrawingschool.org

Young artists (ages 10–18) can immerse themselves in the world of drawing at the Royal Drawing School’s Shoreditch Studio, in London’s museums and galleries, or online. Discover courses and apply...

The National Gallery Free Creative Space

Venue: The National Gallery

Website: www.nationalgallery.org.uk/learning/roden-centre-for-creative-learning

A space to spark imagination across all ages, the Centre invites everyone to explore art in new and exciting ways. There’s no need to book for its accessible spaces where visitors can draw, paint, build,...

Vikings: The Immersive Experience

Venue: Dock X, Canada Water

Website: www.vikings-immersive.co.uk

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

Westminster Abbey choristership

Venue: Westminster Abbey Choir School

Website: www.abbeychoirschool.org

Westminster Abbey choristers enjoy an outstanding education at the Abbey’s unique Choir School, coupled with specialist musical training and the wealth of performance opportunities which come with being...

Young Actors Theatre

Venue: Young Actors Theatre Islington

Website: www.yati.org.uk

Young Actors Theatre Islington (YATI) has over 50 years’ experience using drama to build confidence, creativity, and wellbeing. Offering 50+ weekly classes in acting, musical theatre, writing, and dance,...

Haft-sin Trail

Venue: Waterlow Park

Website: www.lauderdalehouse.org.uk/whats-on/haft-sin-trail

Families can explore Waterlow Park and follow a trail to find seven artist-created eggs inspired by the Haft-sin table, a traditional display representing happiness, health and renewal. Trail maps will...

Vikings: The Immersive Experience

Venue: Dock X, Unit 1 Canada Water, Surrey Quays Rd, London SE16 2XU

Website: https://vikings-immersive.co.uk/london/

Open from 12th March 2026. Suitable for all generations, this experience will enthral history enthusiasts and families alike. Younger visitors have the opportunity step into the ‘Junior VR’...

Great Big School Clean

Venue: Nationwide

Website: www.keepbritaintidy.org

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

Last Unicorn Airways

Venue: Half Moon Young People’s Theatre

Website: www.halfmoon.org.uk

Join two playful baggage handlers as they unpack a globe-trotting adventure from a magical final flight, where every suitcase tells a story. Among them is The Flying Trunk, a spellbinding Arabian Nights-inspired...

The Dinosaur That Pooped A Rock Show

Venue: Arts Depot

Website: www.artsdepot.co.uk

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

Mrs H and the Sing-along Band

Venue: Arts Depot

Website: www.artsdepot.co.uk

Mrs H Sings bring their unique and infectious blend of family music to artsdepot, bringing together elements of Folk, Soul, Afro, Latin, Dub, comedy and theatre this unique band present the ‘sing-along’...

Nowruz Family Day

Venue: Lauderdale House

Website: www.lauderdalehouse.org.uk/whats-on/nowruz-family-day

A free, drop-in family workshop featuring Persian-inspired crafts and activities, designed to introduce children to Nowruz traditions in a fun and welcoming way. Activities are part of the Nowruz Festival,...

St Patrick’s Festival 2026

Venue: Trafalgar Square

Website: www.london.gov.uk

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

Mount House School Open Morning

Venue: Mount House School

Address: Hadley Wood, Barnet

Website: www.mounthouse.org.uk

Mount House School is a co-educational independent day school for ages 11-18. At their upcoming Open Morning hear from the Head, meet the staff and enjoy a guided tour led by one of the students. Contact...

Dino Snores for Kids

Venue: Natural History Museum

Website: www.nhm.ac.uk

Have you ever wanted to have a sleepover with a giraffe? Or spend the night camped beneath a blue whale? Join the Natural History Museum for a night of exploration and adventure among the Museum’s most...

Red Nose Day

Venue: Nationwide

Website: www.comicrelief.com

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

Sisters 360

Venue: Half Moon Young People’s Theatre

Website: www.halfmoon.org.uk

Written by award-winning playwright Asif Khan and inspired by real-life skateboarders the Hijabi Sisters from Hull, Sisters 360 is a funny, heartfelt and high-energy play. Expect skateboarding, sisterhood...

St Patrick's Festival

Venue: Camden Market

Website: https://camdenmarket.com

St. Patrick’s Festival will showcase traditional Irish songs, soda bread, storytelling, drumming, and dance.

The Lindt Gold Bunny Hunt

Venue: Hampton Court Palace

Website: https://www.hrp.org.uk

Roam through the gardens, keeping your eyes peeled for elusive Lindt Gold Bunny statues peeking out from colourful daffodils or early buds from the Tulip Festival. Follow the trail and match the names...

The London Festival of Railway Modelling

Venue: Alexandra Palace

Website: www.alexandrapalace.com

Explore 40+ model railway layouts in a variety of scales and gauges, showcasing outstanding work from the UK, Europe, and the US. From classic steam railways to modern scenes, the exhibition offers inspiration...

Community Open Day

Venue: The Postal Museum

Website: www.postalmuseum.org

Take a ride on Mail Rail and discover the history of the postal service with your family and friends. Join the Jolly Postman to deliver the post in a magical storytelling experience inspired by Janet and...

Olaf Falafel’s Stupidest Super Stupid Show

Venue: Arts Depot

Website: www.artsdepot.co.uk

Join Olaf Falafel (if that is his real name) for an hour of kid’s comedy which will be the stupidest he has ever let trickle from his brain. Expect jokes, poos on pogo sticks, more jokes and truth-telling...

Wonderful Wildlife Weekends

Venue: Woodberry Wetlands

Website: www.wildlondon.org.uk

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

Disney On Ice - Into the Magic

Venue: OVO Arena Wembley

Website: www.ovoarena.co.uk

Seek adventure in the great wide somewhere with Belle as she explores the Beast’s enchanted castle, experience Moana’s courage to embark on a voyage with demigod Maui to save her island, and sing-along...

Dwight School London Open Events

Venue: Dwight School London

Website: www.dwightlondon.org

Visit Dwight School London for a school tour and speak to the teachers, leadership team and current students at one of their Open House events. Whole School Online Information Session on 9 April and Junior...

Cleopatra: The Experience

Venue: Immerse LDN, Excel London Waterfront

Website: www.cleopatraexperience.co.uk/london

A visually stunning and thought-provoking experience designed to captivate history and culture lovers, thrill-seekers, families and children. Experience the glamour and mystery of Cleopatra brought to...

Dino Disco for Kids

Venue: Natural History Museum

Website: www.nhm.ac.uk

Grab the family and go to the new Dino Disco where you can don a set of headphones and dance the evening away. With tunes suitable for kids and adults alike and a choice of three different DJs to choose...

Fairy Tales

Venue: British Library

Website: https://events.bl.uk/exhibitions/fairy-tales

Take your family on a magical adventure in a new interactive exhibition! Explore enchanted lands, magical creatures, iconic characters and timeless tales, brought to life through books, theatre costumes,...

Cinema Chill: Peace at Last

Venue: Half Moon Young People’s Theatre

Website: www.halfmoon.org.uk

Chill out with a digital performance on the big screen in a relaxed environment. Mr Bear is desperately trying to get to sleep but is kept awake by the varying sounds of the night: Mrs Bear snoring, Baby...

The Great Egg Hunt

Venue: RAF Museum London

Website: www.rafmuseum.org.uk

Follow the trail around the Museum to find ten hidden letters, each one bringing you closer to solving the mystery. Once you’ve uncovered them all, you’ll reveal the name of the aircraft Mr Fox used...

Totally Tales

Venue: Chickenshed

Website: www.chickenshed.org.uk

Take along your story ideas, a favourite toy, or a special item from home and see how your imagination can inspire something magical on stage! Watch as the much-loved Tales characters use Tales Toolkit’s...

Shalom, Opera!

Venue: JW3

Address: 341-351 Finchley Road

Website: www.jw3.org.uk

Join JW3 for a magical afternoon of music and fun with a professional opera singer and pianist, with sessions in Hebrew and Russian. English translations of the main spoken parts between the arias will...

Dramarama Easter Holiday Camps for 4–11s

Venue: Ivy House School NW11, South Hampstead Junior School NW3

Website: https://www.dramarama.co.uk/easterholidaycamps2026

Easter Holiday Drama and Dance Camps include an exciting mix of drama games, performance activities, and dance choreography.30 Mar– 2 April in NW11 and 7–10 April in NW3. 9.30am–3pm (drop off from...

Easter Shed

Venue: Chickenshed

Website: www.chickenshed.org.uk

A Week of Creativity, Friendship, and Fun! Beginning on Monday morning children will be part of a group that will together come up with ideas, learn songs and make up dances, all in time for a special...

T. Rex Show with Teach Rex

Venue: Natural History Museum

Website: www.nhm.ac.uk

The show is suitable for children aged three years and over and is also popular with adults. The educational part of the show lasts for about an hour, followed by a meet and greet where you can take photos...

Bearskin Cap Craft

Venue: National Army Museum

Website: www.nam.ac.uk

Get inspired by the iconic uniforms of the Foot Guards and make your very own bearskin cap.

Easter Holidays at artsdepot

Venue: Arts Depot

Website: www.artsdepot.co.uk

Get egg-cited! Arts Depot have got loads of family fun in store for the Easter Holidays...From a fresh Holmes and Watson family-friendly adventure, to the Natural History Museum’s tour of Dinosaurs Live,...

Sisters 360

Venue: Arts Depot

Website: www.artsdepot.co.uk

With skateboarding tricks, sibling banter and a whole lot of heart, this uplifting story explores the power of family, friendship and resilience in the face of change. Perfect for ages 8 – 12, Sisters...

Soldier with a Soldier

Venue: National Army Museum

Website: www.nam.ac.uk

Join a serving soldier for an exclusive guided tour of the National Army Museum’s Soldier gallery. Also 9 April.

Holmes and Watson and The Curious Case of the Masked Magician

Venue: Arts Depot

Website: www.artsdepot.co.uk

It’s 1906 – the Golden Age of Magic. The Masked Magician bestrides London’s world of Magic like a colossus, UNTIL… one night, in mid-performance, the Magician vanishes. Dead? Kidnapped? In hiding?...

DIY Night Vision Googles Craft

Venue: National Army Museum

Website: www.nam.ac.uk

Make your own craft night vision goggles in this fun family-friendly workshop.

Natural History Museum presents Dinosaurs Live

Venue: Pentland Theatre

Website: www.artsdepot.co.uk

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

Easter Egg-Stravaganza

Venue: Capel Manor Gardens

Website: www.capelmanorgardens.co.uk

Celebrate the season with a fun-filled family Easter event set across the beautiful 30-acre Gardens bursting with spring blooms. Complete the themed trail and enjoy a range of seasonal activities with...

English National Ballet My First Ballet: Cinderella

Venue: Peacock Theatre

Website: www.sadlerswells.com

Be transformed by this magical tale for the whole family. With a narrator to help the young audience follow the story, and a shortened, recorded version of Prokofiev’s ravishing score, this is the perfect...

My First Ballet: Cinderella

Venue: The Peacock

Website: www.ballet.org.uk

When a letter arrives, inviting all to a Garden Ball, Cinderella’s journey to find her true self begins. With a narrator to help the young audience follow the story, and a shortened, recorded version...

The Gruffalo’s Child

Venue: Pentland Theatre

Website: www.artsdepot.co.uk

Follow the Gruffalo’s Child on her adventurous mission in Tall Stories’ enchanting adaptation of the much-loved picture book by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler. Let your imagination run wild with...

Easter Spring Weekender

Venue: Camden Market

Website: https://camdenmarket.com

An array of family arts and crafts, music, bulb-planting at this Easter Bunnies family rave.

Easter Trail

Venue: Lauderdale House

Website: www.lauderdalehouse.org.uk

Visit Lauderdale House between 11-4.30pm for a free Easter trail around Waterlow Park, complete with a treasure map and a series of riddles and clues. When you finish the trail return to the table - there...

Make Your Own Guards Puppet

Venue: National Army Museum

Website: www.nam.ac.uk

Take part in a free family craft activity and make your own King’s Guard puppet. Also 9 April.

Midnight in the Toyshop

Venue: St. Martin's Theatre

Website: www.perform.org.uk

This April, Midnight in the Toyshop arrives in the West End for a limited run of magical fun for families. Whether your child attends Perform or not, this enchanting mini-musical is a must-see treat for...

The Boy at the Back of the Class

Venue: Southbank Centre

Website: www.southbankcentre.co.uk

There used to be an empty chair at the back of the class, but now a new boy called Ahmet is sitting in it. He’s nine years old (just like me), but he’s very strange. He never talks and never smiles...

Mascot Craft Workshop

Venue: National Army Museum

Website: www.nam.ac.uk

Join a free family-friendly workshop to get inspired by Army mascots and create your very own. Also 10 April.

Dinosaur Adventure Live: Danger on T-Rex Mountain

Venue: Bloomsbury Theatre and Studio

Website: https://bloomsburytheatre.com

A dinosaur show 65 million years in the making... Are you ready for the brand new adventure?This awe-inspiring interactive stage show captivates both young and young at heart, immersing audiences in the...

Family Day: Parrots and Pirates

Venue: Westminster Abbey

Website: www.westminster-abbey.org

Set sail with your family on a quest to explore the Abbey’s connections with the high seas.As part of the day, you will explore the Abbey on a special sea-themed tour, adventure through historic sections...

The Science of Surgery

Venue: Charles Bell House 43-45 Foley Street

Website: www.ucl.ac.uk/hawkes-institute/events/2026/apr/science-surgery-friday-10th-april-2026

Join the Science of Surgery to get behind-the-scenes tours of labs, control a real surgical robot, experience the challenges of keyhole surgery! Organised by the UCL Hawkes Institute, this is a free annual...

Comedy Club 4 Kids

Venue: Park Theatre

Website: www.parktheatre.co.uk

Since 2005, Comedy Club 4 Kids has been bringing top stand-up comedians, sketch acts, and cabaret stars from the international circuit to perform for young audiences - minus the rude bits! Suitable for...

Vaisakhi on the Square

Venue: Trafalgar Square

Website: www.london.gov.uk

Free, family-friendly event with vibrant performances, cultural activities, delicious food, and a warm community spirit. In the welcoming spirit of Langar, everyone is invited to share free vegetarian...

Out of the Box

Venue: Arts Depot

Website: www.artsdepot.co.uk

Expect laughter, surprise, and wonder from start to finish. Whether you’re young or just young at heart, Out of the Box will leave you full of wonder at how the most simple items can create the most...

St George's Day

Venue: Trafalgar Square

Website: www.london.gov.uk

Join this free, family-friendly festival celebrating English culture from 12-6pm in Trafalgar Square. Hosted by the Mayor of London, this vibrant event brings together live music, dance, workshops, crafts...

Tales from Acorn Wood

Venue: Bloomsbury Theatre and Studio

Website: https://bloomsburytheatre.com

Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler’s beloved stories are brought to life on stage for the first time in an enchanting lift-the-flap experience. Packed full of toe-tapping songs, puppetry, and all the...

North London Book Festival

Venue: Alexandra Palace

Website: www.alexandrapalace.com

The North London Book Fest has something to delight readers of every generation. Young book lovers can write poetic verses about creepy crawlies and dinosaurs with Simon Mole, dress up as great women from...

Rollercoaster by Wes Peden

Venue: Pentland Theatre

Website: www.artsdepot.co.uk

Surrounded by a huge inflatable blue structure and accompanied by electro beats composed of distorted rollercoaster sounds, Wes Peden shares his cutting-edge tricks inspired by corkscrews, adrenalin, and...

Michael Rosen

Venue: Alexandra Palace

Website: www.alexandrapalace.com

Join local literary legend Michael Rosen as he marks his 80th birthday in style! Celebrate a lifetime of poetry, storytelling, and beloved children’s classics with readings from Michael’s most cherished...

Onjali Q. Raúf: The Boy At the Back of the Class

Venue: Alexandra Palace

Website: www.alexandrapalace.com

Join multi-award-winning author Onjali Q. Raúf, creator of the beloved The Boy at the Back of the Class, for an unforgettable session sure to spark empathy and action in young readers.This interactive...

Simon Mole: A First Book of Dinosaurs and Bugs

Venue: Alexandra Palace

Website: www.alexandrapalace.com

Packed with playful poems, wacky games, and plenty of audience participation, Simon inspires young readers to get creative and celebrate the wonders of the natural world, the power of imagination, and...

Home Ed Day: The Jolly Postman Show

Venue: The Postal Museum

Website: www.postalmuseum.org

Step into the story in a themed day of activities inspired by The Jolly Postman. Tickets include a timeslot for The Jolly Postman Show and Mail Rail Ride. Other activities are drop-in and run throughout...

MakeBeth

Venue: Arts Depot

Website: www.artsdepot.co.uk

A playful, interactive, craft-along cardboard retelling of Shakespeare’s Macbeth for families and young audiences. With live music, puppetry and plenty of hands-on creativity, MakeBeth transforms Shakespeare’s...

Nocturne

Venue: Jacksons Lane

Website: www.jacksonslane.org.uk

Nocturne is a new original musical rooted in Norwegian folklore and folk music, inviting all the family on a mysterious and inspiring journey filled with enchanting music, puppetry and physical theatre....

Big Fun Walk

Venue: Various locations starting at Cherry Tree Wood, Finchley

Website: https://northlondonhospice.org/events/big-fun-walk

On Sunday 10 May walkers of all ages (furry friends too!) will be joining North London Hospice’s 30th Big Fun Walk. With a shorter 5-mile Little Fun Walk ending at Primrose Hill, the event invites you...

Rabbits out of the Hat

Venue: Jacksons Lane

Website: www.jacksonslane.org.uk

Expect breathtaking magic, sensational circus and showstopper songs as these Magic Circle magicians share a spectacularly silly and spellbinding story about being yourself no matter what. The international...

WiFi Wars

Venue: Arts Depot

Website: www.artsdepot.co.uk

From classic TV game shows to zen-like word puzzles, from retro video games to modern first person shooters, WiFi Wars has something for everyone in its truly original whistlestop tour of all the ways...