What's On in London, South East

Guess How Much I Love You - A Garden Adventure

Venue: RHS Garden Wisley

Website: www.rhs.org.uk/gardens/wisley

The trail is inspired by the book of the same name along with the seasonal collection I love you all year round and a series of activities that encourage children to learn through play, using the senses...

Sensory Explorers

Venue: Polka Theatre

Website: www.polkatheatre.com

Explore the sensory studio, designed for children who are sensory seekers. Participants will experience interactive projections, engaging resources, and tactile props. Guided by one of our specialist Polka...

The Curling Club

Venue: Vinegar Yard

Website: https://thecurlingclub.com

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

A Christmas Carol

Venue: The Old Vic

Website: www.oldvictheatre.com

Matthew Warchus’ big-hearted, smash hit production of Charles Dickens’ immortal classic returns to The Old Vic, joyously adapted for the stage by  Jack Thorne. A Christmas Carol  fills the auditorium...

A Christmas Carol

Venue: The Old Vic

Website: www.oldvictheatre.com

Matthew Warchus’ big-hearted, smash hit production of Charles Dickens’ immortal classic returns to The Old Vic, joyously adapted for the stage by  Jack Thorne. A Christmas Carol  fills the auditorium...

A Christmas Carol

Venue: The Old Vic

Website: www.oldvictheatre.com

Matthew Warchus’ big-hearted, smash hit production of Charles Dickens’ immortal classic returns to The Old Vic, joyously adapted for the stage by  Jack Thorne. A Christmas Carol  fills the auditorium...

A Christmas Carol

Venue: The Old Vic

Website: www.oldvictheatre.com

Matthew Warchus’ big-hearted, smash hit production of Charles Dickens’ immortal classic returns to The Old Vic, joyously adapted for the stage by  Jack Thorne. A Christmas Carol  fills the auditorium...

Christmas Together in Kingston

Venue: Kingston Town Centre

Website: https://kingstonuponthames.info/Christmas

From 13 Nov -28 Dec the town centre becomes a vibrant place where families, friends, and neighbours come together to celebrate the most magical time of the year. Make your way to All Saints Church, and...

Winter by the River 2025

Venue: London Bridge City

Website: www.londonbridgecity.co.uk

Explore rows of charming boutique market stalls, bursting with artisanal crafts, thoughtful gifts, and delicious treats. From luxury finds and handmade creations to meaningful “gifts for good” in partnership...

Christmas at Kew

Venue: Kew Gardens

Website: www.kew.org

Don’t miss spectacular new creations from world-wide artists presented uniquely for the first time in the UK. These larger-than-life illuminations are always unforgettable and to make it even more memorable,...

The Last Days of Pompeii: The Immersive Exhibition

Venue: Immerse LDN, Excel London Waterfront

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

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

How Does Santa Go Down The Chimney?

Venue: Unicorn Theatre

Website: www.unicorntheatre.com

Ever wondered how Santa goes down the chimney? Feet first? Head first? On a zip wire? Can Santa post himself in a parcel? Come in disguise as the Christmas turkey? Or step out of a festive movie on TV?...

How Does Santa Go Down The Chimney?

Venue: Unicorn Theatre

Website: www.unicorntheatre.com

Ever wondered how Santa goes down the chimney? Feet first? Head first? On a zip wire? Can Santa post himself in a parcel? Come in disguise as the Christmas turkey? Or step out of a festive movie on TV?...

Santa’s Workshop Grotto

Venue: Broadway Bexleyheath

Website: www.broadwayshoppingcentre.com

Step into a world of twinkling lights, cheerful elves, and festive fun as Santa’s workshop comes to life in the heart of Bexleyheath — complete with toy-making stations and Santa’s sleigh. 50p from...

Skating and Festive Fun at The Winter Gardens

Venue: Beckenham Place Park

Website: www.beckenhamplacepark.com

Visitors can explore a festive market, see performances by the Revel Puck Circus, and try the winter-themed crazy golf course by Plonk Golf. The site will feature live music, fairground rides, and diverse...

The Firework-Maker’s Daughter

Venue: Polka Theatre

Website: www.polkatheatre.com

Lila dreams of becoming a Master Firework-Maker just like her father. However, to become one, she must go on an epic journey that will push her to her limits. Only then can she discover the closely guarded...

Ballet Shoes

Venue: National Theatre

Website: www.nationaltheatre.org.uk

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

Ballet Shoes

Venue: National Theatre

Website: www.nationaltheatre.org.uk

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

Ballet Shoes

Venue: National Theatre

Website: www.nationaltheatre.org.uk

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

Ballet Shoes

Venue: National Theatre

Website: www.nationaltheatre.org.uk

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

Character Encounters

Venue: Cutty Sark

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

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

Free Crafts at the Museum of Richmond

Venue: Museum of Richmond

Website: www.museumofrichmond.com

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

Free Trails at the Museum of Richmond

Venue: Museum of Richmond

Website: www.museumofrichmond.com

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

Junior Parkrun

Venue: Beckenham Place Park

Website: www.beckenhamplacepark.com

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

Little Voices Kingston

Venue: Quaker Centre, Fairfield East

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

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

Minecraft Experience

Venue: Maritime Street

Address: Corner Corner, Canada Water

Website: www.minecraftexperience.com/london

Don’t miss Minecraft Experience: Villager Rescue, the ultimate real-life immersive adventure coming to London. Battle mobs and collect resources in a daring quest to save the villagers. Experience Minecraft...

Perform weekly drama, dance and singing classes

Venue: Aldersbrook, Bow, Hackney, Haggerston, Isle of Dogs, Leyton, South Woodford, Stratford, Walthamstow, Wanstead

Website: www.perform.org.uk/try

Confidence-building drama classes for 4-7s and 7-12s. A unique mix of fun drama games, dance and singing specially designed to boost confidence, communication, concentration and coordination. To book a...

Shipkeeping Wednesdays

Venue: Cutty Sark

Website: www.rmg.co.uk

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

Take the Stage at the Anna Fiorentini Theatre School

Venue: Various venues

Website: www.annafiorentini.com

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

The Legend of the Titanic Immersive Exhibition

Venue: Unit 1 Canada Water

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

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

Theatre Peckham Academy

Venue: Theatre Peckham

Address: 221 Havil Street

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

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

Carlos Acosta's Nutcracker in Havana

Venue: Richmond Theatre

Website: www.atgtickets.com

A Cuban take on the favourite festive classic, Carlos Acosta’s brand-new production Nutcracker in Havana explodes onto the Richmond Theatre stage, featuring new choreography by Carlos Acosta CBE performed...

Lantern Parade and Christmas Light Switch-On

Venue: Greenwich Market

Website: www.greenwichmarket.london

Step into the magic of Christmas at Greenwich Market with the return of the beloved Lantern Parade and Christmas Lights Switch-On on, Wednesday 19 November. This annual tradition marks the official start...

The Nutcracker

Venue: Fairfield Halls

Website: www.fairfield.co.uk

A festive tradition: Christmas simply wouldn’t be complete without a trip to the theatre to experience the magic of the world’s most beloved ballet – The Nutcracker. With snow flurries, sweets, princes,...

Festive Fun at Eltham Palace

Venue: Eltham Palace and Gardens

Website: www.english-heritage.org.uk

Visit Eltham Palace for a festive day out the whole family will love. Make magical memories as you explore the palace and enjoy festive activities. Soak up the sights, sounds and scents of Christmas past...

Glow at RHS Wisley

Venue: RHS Garden Wisley

Website: www.rhs.org.uk/gardens/wisley/whats-on/wisley-glow

Discover the magic of Christmas as the Glow winter illuminations return to RHS Garden Wisley. With a trail that’s more magical than ever before, see plants and landscapes come to life to reveal hidden...

Hampton Court Palace Ice Rink

Venue: Hampton Court Palace Ice Rink

Website: https://hamptoncourtpalaceicerink.co.uk

Hampton Court Palace Ice Rink transforms into a festive escape where ice skating captures royal history to create London’s favourite seasonal tradition. With upgraded lace-up skates and fewer people...

Hampton Court Palace Ice Rink

Venue: Hampton Court Palace

Website: www.hamptoncourtpalaceicerink.co.uk

Hampton Court Palace Ice Rink transforms into a festive escape where ice skating captures royal history to create London’s favourite seasonal tradition. With upgraded lace-up skates and fewer people...

The Queen's House Ice Rink

Venue: Queen's House

Website: www.rmg.co.uk

This winter, step onto the ice at the Queen’s House Ice Rink and experience skating like nowhere else. Located at the heart of the stunning Greenwich UNESCO World Heritage Site, the rink offers breathtaking...

Beatrice The Amazing Astronaut

Venue: Blackheath Halls

Website: www.blackheathhalls.com

Join British concert pianist Beatrice Nicholas for an unforgettable introduction to classical music for children aged 4-11yrs. Beatrice the Amazing Astronaut takes your family on a journey through outer...

Beatrice The Amazing Astronaut

Venue: Blackheath Halls

Website: www.blackheathhalls.com

Join British concert pianist Beatrice Nicholas for an unforgettable introduction to classical music for children aged 4-11yrs. Beatrice the Amazing Astronaut takes your family on a journey through outer...

Beatrice The Amazing Astronaut

Venue: Blackheath Halls

Website: www.blackheathhalls.com

Join British concert pianist Beatrice Nicholas for an unforgettable introduction to classical music for children aged 4-11yrs. Beatrice the Amazing Astronaut takes your family on a journey through outer...

LGBT+ Family Network

Venue: National Maritime Museum

Website: www.rmg.co.uk/whats-on/other/lgbtq-family-network

Join in with artist-led activities inspired by Greenwich, the maritime world, and LGBTQ+ histories. Together families will explore, create and get to know other families within the Network. 11am-1pm....

Meet Santa in his Magical Grotto

Venue: Squires Garden Centre

Address: Twickenham

Website: www.squiresgardencentres.co.uk

Squire’s will be hosting Santa in his magical grotto 22 Nov to 24 Dec, on selected days. Every child will receive a wrapped gift to take home along with a special ‘I’ve Seen Santa’ badge to wear...

Santa’s Grotto at the Queen’s House

Venue: Queen's House

Website: www.rmg.co.uk

Immerse yourself in the colourful delights of the ‘Land of Sweets’ and the ‘Land of Ice and Snow’. Along the way, meet Clara and the Nutcracker, hear their spellbinding tales, and enjoy performances...

Sea Shanty Festival 2025

Venue: Cutty Sark

Website: www.rmg.co.uk

In celebration of Cutty Sark’s 156th birthday, shanty bands from across the UK unite in singing traditional maritime working songs on board the iconic tea clipper. Visitors will be able to participate...

SteamLights

Venue: Bluebell Railway

Website: www.bluebell-railway.com

Journey through the Sussex countryside under cover of darkness, bringing shimmering light and colour as you go. Along the way, enjoy new festive-themed scenes among the trees and clearings and a colourful...

The Snowman

Venue: Peacock Theatre

Website: www.sadlerswells.com

Back for its 28th year, The Snowman is a magical stage adaptation of the much-loved picture book by Raymond Briggs and the film directed by Dianne Jackson. The Snowman is an enchanting introduction to...

Breakfast with Santa

Venue: Squires Garden Centre

Address: Twickenham

Website: www.squiresgardencentres.co.uk

Enjoy a delicious cooked breakfast in a seasonal setting. While you dine, your little ones can colour in their own Christmas card. A very special jolly guest will make an appearance during breakfast to...

Family Concert: Stravinsky’s Firebird Suite

Venue: Blackheath Halls

Website: www.blackheathhalls.com

Led by presenter Aga Serugo-Lugo, young listeners will be guided through this powerful and dramatic piece of music which, with its bold rhythms and striking use of brass and percussion, is guaranteed to...

Family Concert: Stravinsky’s Firebird Suite

Venue: Blackheath Halls

Website: www.blackheathhalls.com

Led by presenter Aga Serugo-Lugo, young listeners will be guided through this powerful and dramatic piece of music which, with its bold rhythms and striking use of brass and percussion, is guaranteed to...

LDN Wrestling - Live and Unleashed

Venue: Fairfield Halls

Website: www.fairfield.co.uk

Get ready, because the superstars of LDN Wrestling are storming back into town with a high-octane November Showdown that’s guaranteed to blow the roof off featuring a huge main event – Kendo Nagasaki...

The Nutcracker by Let’s All Dance

Venue: Stanley Arts

Website: https://stanleyarts.org

The Let’s All Dance Ballet Company is delighted to present their dazzling festive favourite for the whole family. With stunning dancers, Tchaikovsky’s sumptuous score, beautiful costumes and crystal...

Cinderella

Venue: Rose Theatre

Website: www.rosetheatre.org

From Olivier Award winner Chris Bush (Standing at the Sky’s Edge) and Roni Neale, with new songs by Matt Winkworth, this funny, fantastical retelling of the classic fairytale highlights the importance...

Be Richmond Christmas Light Switch On 

Venue: Richmond Town Centre

Website: https://berichmond.london

Enjoy live entertainment, festive cheer, and celebrate the town centre lighting up for Christmas shopping, eating, and drinking. From 4pm, George Street will be open to the public for the start of the...

Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol

Venue: Stanley Arts

Website: https://stanleyarts.org

Get into the Christmas spirit with The Duke’s Theatre Company’s nail-biting retelling of perhaps the most famous ghost story of all time. Five professional actors will transport you to Victorian London...

Richmond's Christmas Light Switch On

Venue: George Street

Website: https://berichmond.london

Experience the magic of Richmond at the Christmas Light Switch On. Enjoy live entertainment, festive cheer, and celebrate the town centre lighting up for Christmas shopping, eating, and drinking.The magical...

Santa's Grotto at Southside

Venue: Southside Shopping Centre

Website: www.southsidewandsworth.com

Get ready for a truly magical Christmas at Southside, because Santa Claus is coming to town! Children will have the chance to meet the jolly man himself, share their Christmas wishes, and capture a festive...

Christmas Artisan Craft Market

Venue: Torridon Primary School

Join this festive afternoon and showcase your handmade gifts, crafts and seasonal treats. 3-5pm. For stall enquiries contact torridonmarket25@gmail.com

Peter Pan: A Pantomime Adventure

Venue: Greenwich Theatre

Website: https://greenwichtheatre.org.uk

Join Peter Pan, Wendy and Tinker Bell as they soar into action to outwit Hook and his pirate crew in this high flying magical adventure! Brought to you by the team behind last years award winning Panto...

Putney’s Festive Light Switch-on

Venue: Church Square

Website: www.positivelyputney.co.uk

Putney’s festive light switch-on with performances from local schools, dance, and drama groups is on Friday 28 November from 3pm to 7pm. For one very special day don’t miss the Winter Wonderland ice...

The Gruffalo's Child

Venue: Lyric Theatre London

Website: www.thelyrictheatre.co.uk

Tall Stories presents The Gruffalo’s Child. The Gruffalo said that no gruffalo should ever set foot in the deep dark wood… Follow the Gruffalo’s Child on her adventurous mission in Tall Stories’...

Windrush Christmas Living Room: Christmas Party

Venue: Woolwich Works

Website: www.woolwich.works

This interactive exhibition brings the Windrush era to life with original furniture, vintage decorations, with music from Jim Reeves, Ace Cannon and Frank Sinatra, clothing, and festive treats. This unique...

A Merry Misrule

Venue: Battersea Arts Centre

Website: www.bac.org.uk

After last year’s five-star festive performance The Holly King and The Oak King, award-winning immersive arts creators Wild Rumpus return to Battersea Arts Centre with a new family adventure.

Christmas Candy Grotto

Venue: Woolwich Works

Website: www.woolwich.works

Visit Santa in his magical Christmas Candy Grotto, for the sweetest treat for your family this festive season. London’s boldest, most playful and colourful grotto experience, is heading to Woolwich Works....

Christmas comes to Blackfen

Venue: George Staples Sidcup

Website: www.thepeoplespub.co.uk

Visit Blackfen for fun, games and a grotto in the Library! Plus Christmas Market on Blackfen Road, community stalls in the George Staples Car Park, Community and school Choirs, and meet Christmas Stitch....

Family Space with Emma Ogawa Todd

Venue: South London Gallery

Website: www.southlondongallery.org

There will be the opportunity to make your own zig zag journey book using handmade natural dyed paper. Tell your own story, real or imagined through collages and natural inks. Suitable for children aged...

Father Christmas at Eltham Palace

Venue: Eltham Palace and Gardens

Website: www.english-heritage.org.uk

Father Christmas is taking time out of his busy festive schedule to tell some of his favourite seasonal stories around the Christmas tree. After the group storytelling session, you and your children will...

Great Reindeer Hunt Trail

Venue: Morden Hall Park

Website: www.nationaltrust.org.uk

Something magical is happening at Morden Hall Park this Christmas – six of Father Christmas’s reindeer have gone missing, and they’re hiding in familiar corners of the park! Follow the festive trail,...

Meet Father Christmas

Venue: Wimbledon Quarter

Website: https://wimbledonquarter.com

Children will be welcomed into Santa’s cosy festive hideaway where they can share their Christmas wishes. Nestled alongside Wimbledon Quarter’s real-ice rink and surrounded by twinkling lights and...

Pinocchio

Venue: Shakespeare's Globe

Website: www.shakespearesglobe.com

Journey to a world of endless possibilities this festive season as Pinocchio comes to life in the iconic Globe Theatre for the premiere of a magical, unmissable new musical for the whole family by Charlie...

Safe Harbour

Venue: National Maritime Museum

Website: www.rmg.co.uk/whats-on/national-maritime-museum/safe-harbour

Safe Harbour is a series of free workshops created to provide a safe space for foster and adoptive families. The sessions are an opportunity for families to have fun together in a friendly and welcoming...

Santa Specials

Venue: Bluebell Railway

Website: www.bluebell-railway.com

Visit Bluebell Railway this festive season as their beautifully restored steam trains whisk you through the Sussex countryside on an unforgettable journey. Follow the route to Santa’s Parlour where every...

Santa’s Christmas Skyride

Venue: Centrale and Whitgift

Website: www.centraleandwhitgift.co.uk

Back by popular demand, this much-loved family attraction invites children to step inside an enchanted elevator and take off on a virtual journey all the way to the North Pole! Every family will receive...

Stars of Wonder: Christmas 2025 at Ham House

Venue: Ham House and Garden

Website: www.nationaltrust.org.uk

Get into the festive spirit with a visit to Ham House, sumptuously decorated with stars for Christmas 2025. Take in twinkling candlelight and fairy lights, Christmas trees and aromatic greenery as you...

Storytelling with Mrs Claus

Venue: Charlton House

Website: www.greenwichheritage.org

Mrs Claus will tell an original story about a naughty Christmas tree, then children make their own tree decoration and ice a festive biscuit. A gentle session for anyone who would like to meet Mrs Claus,...

A Festive Family Sing-A-Long 2025

Venue: Blackheath Halls

Website: www.blackheathhalls.com

Don your Christmas jumpers, grab some tinsel, and prepare for an afternoon filled with seasonal smiles and song as the on-stage choir lead everyone singing popular festive tunes everyone knows and loves!

The Littlest Yak

Venue: Stanley Arts

Website: https://stanleyarts.org

A rollicking, heart-warming tale for everyone. This musical adaptation of the award-winning children’s book will delight audiences young and old with beautiful puppets, catchy tunes and an uplifting...

Community Hospice Santa's Grotto

Venue: Danson House Library

Website: www.citizenticket.com

Your visit will involve a personal meeting with Santa in his grand Grotto library, where children can tell Santa their Christmas wishes, receive their gift and have a professional photo taken. By supporting...

The Gingerbread Man

Venue: Tramshed

Website: www.tramshed.org/the-gingerbread-man

Stuff and Nonsense apply their usual brilliance with a mix of puppetry, live action, great music, humour and a stunning staging in this exciting and pacey retelling of this well-loved classic tale. Suitable...

The Snow Queen: A Woodland Adventure

Venue: The Albany

Website: www.thealbany.org.uk

A magical festive adventure for little ones – with songs, snow, and a heart full of kindness.It’s Christmas Eve in Bluebell Wood, and excitement is in the air. Gerda, the littlest mouse, is hosting...

The Snow Queen: A Woodland Adventure

Venue: The Albany

Website: www.thealbany.org.uk

A magical festive adventure for little ones – with songs, snow, and a heart full of kindness.It’s Christmas Eve in Bluebell Wood, and excitement is in the air. Gerda, the littlest mouse, is hosting...

London Bridge Christmas Lantern Parade

Venue: Potters Fields Park

Website: www.teamlondonbridge.co.uk

The talented choirs from Snowsfields, Tower Bridge, and Robert Browning Primary Schools will fill Potters Fields Park, beside the iconic Tower Bridge, with a joyful selection of traditional favourites....

Alice In Wonderland

Venue: Theatre Peckham

Website: www.theatrepeckham.co.uk

Step into a world turned upside down… where time bends, logic flips, and nothing is quite what it seems.This December, Theatre Peckham invites you on a journey through WONDERLAND with a bold reimagining...

Alice In Wonderland

Venue: Theatre Peckham

Website: www.theatrepeckham.co.uk

Step into a world turned upside down… where time bends, logic flips, and nothing is quite what it seems.This December, Theatre Peckham invites you on a journey through WONDERLAND with a bold reimagining...

Peppa Pig’s Big Family Show!

Venue: Theatre Royal Haymarket

Website: www.trh.co.uk

Peppa Pig and friends are back in their brand new live stage show! With a new arrival on the way the whole family are busy getting ready. There’s so much to do – will they get it all finished in time?...

Christmas Extravaganza

Venue: Rose Bruford College

Website: www.sidcuppartners.co.uk

Sidcup Partners invites you to their Christmas Extravaganza with live music, arts and crafts, stalls and food, sand art and the chance to meet Santa and receive a gift. 10am-6pm.

Cinderella

Venue: Richmond Theatre

Website: www.atgtickets.com

Starring Call The Midwife’s Helen George as The Fairy Godmother, West End and Broadway star and Olivier Award nominee Charlie Stemp as Buttons, and TV icon Basil Brush as Baron Basil, Cinderella will...

CoderDojo

Venue: Prince Philip Maritime Collections Centre

Website: www.rmg.co.uk/whats-on/prince-philip-maritime-collections-centre/coder-dojo

The free monthly club consists of 90 minutes of programming; in which participants can take part in an array of specially designed coding activities inspired by Royal Museums Greenwich’s collection....

Lesnes Abbey Christmas Celebration Market

Venue: Lesnes Abbey

Website: www.lesnesabbeywoods.org

Join Lesnes Abbey for a fabulous festive Marketplace across 2 gardens with gifts, produce, community stalls and more!! Live Entertainment all day with acts such as W*cked Green Witch and bubble witch...

Lesnes Christmas Trail

Venue: Lesnes Abbey

Website: www.lesnesabbeywoods.org

The festive trail returns this Christmas to Lesnes Abbey. Solve the trail and win a small prize. It is a great activity to do with the family and to get into the festive spirit. You can also combine this...

Santa's Grotto

Venue: Battersea Arts Centre

Website: www.bac.org.uk

Setting up shop in his very own Grotto, little ones can share their Christmas wishes, get their name added to the nice list and receive a gift from the main man himself, creating lasting memories for the...

Splendiferous Santa Days

Venue: Roald Dahl Museum and Story Centre

Website: www.roalddahlmuseum.org

Meet Santa in the galleries and get a chocolate treat. Enjoy storytelling from Charlie and the Chocolate Factory with Mrs Claus, meet the Oompa Loompas, and enjoy Christmas crafts and gallery trails.Free...

The Snow Queen - A Woodland Adventure

Venue: The Albany

Website: www.thealbany.org.uk

Bursting with original songs you can sing along to, enchanting puppetry, lively dance, and wintery surprises, The Snow Queen: A Woodland Adventure is a heartwarming retelling of a classic tale filled with...

Winter Nights at the Zoo

Venue: Battersea Park Children’s Zoo

Website: www.batterseaparkzoo.co.uk

This December there’s five special evenings to discover wildlife under the stars. As darkness falls, the zoo comes alive with Christmas performances, exclusive mini feeding experiences and talks all...

Festive Family Disco

Venue: Stanley Hall

Website: www.stanleyarts.org/event/festive-family-disco

Ho, Ho, Ho! The most wonderful time of the year is here, and Stanley Arts are bringing the Christmas spirit to life with a spectacular Family Festive Disco! Join them for an unforgettable party filled...

The Big Bash

Venue: Polka Theatre

Website: www.polkatheatre.com

Every ticket includes admission to one of the Winter productions, plus access to the fabulous pre-show party, which takes over the building! Expect face painting, glitter tattoos, crafts, a goody bag for...

Santa and the Pirates (that don’t want Christmas!)

Venue: Greenwich Theatre

Website: www.greenwichtheatre.org.uk

With pieces of eight at stake, a stolen red nose - and Santa all at sea - will Christmas be able to go ahead at all? You will have to join us to find out in a feel-good action-packed family show.

Santa and the Pirates (that don’t want Christmas!)

Venue: Greenwich Theatre

Website: www.greenwichtheatre.org.uk

With pieces of eight at stake, a stolen red nose - and Santa all at sea - will Christmas be able to go ahead at all? You will have to join us to find out in a feel-good action-packed family show.

Santa Paws

Venue: Squires Garden Centre

Address: Twickenham

Website: www.squiresgardencentres.co.uk

Take your furry friends for the ultimate festive experience and capture the paw-fect selfie moment with Santa—pups of all sizes are welcome! Don’t miss out on this magical memory-making opportunity....

Dick Whittington and his Catford Cat

Venue: Broadway Theatre

Website: www.broadwaytheatre.org.uk

This Christmas, treat your family to a panto that's the cat's pyjamas – packed with hysterical comedy, claw-some dance numbers, villains so dastardly you'll be feline the need to boo, and enough Christmas...

Rapunzel

Venue: Lantern Arts Centre

Website: www.lanternarts.org/rapunzel

Rapunzel is the feisty heroine (with great hair) of the Lantern Arts Centre’s 2025 pantomime. Full of colourful characters, expect fantastic singing, dancing and a ton of toe-tapping tunes. The Lantern...

Christmas Jumper Day

Venue: Nationwide

Website: www.savethechildren.org.uk

Sign up with your workplace, school, community or friend group and join millions of people getting silly for a seriously good cause with Save the Children.You get to have fun, commit some crimes against...

The Wing Scuffle Spectacular

Venue: The Winter Gardens at Beckenham Place Park

Website: www.visitwintergardens.co.uk

This high skill circus show contains, acrobatics, the UK’s only teeterboard trio and physical comedy all performed with a heartfelt, hilarious and dangerous edge. A call to arms to care for each other,...

Aladdin

Venue: The Stag Sevenoaks

Website: www.stagsevenoaks.co.uk

Join Silly Billy and Dame Elaine Staige on a magical carpet ride to China Town, and book your tickets for Aladdin at the Stag Sevenoaks! The use of audience participation is mandatory, and by entering...

Beauty and the Beast Pantomime

Venue: Fairfield Halls

Website: www.fairfield.co.uk

Step into a tale as old as time, reimagined with sparkle, laughter, and jaw-dropping stage magic! With incredible West End and Soapstar Ellie Dadd as the fearless Belle, Charlie Guest (back by popular...

Cinderella

Venue: Stanley Arts

Website: https://stanleyarts.org

This festive period, Stanley Arts brings you a brand-new Cinderella for the 21st century. Packed with sparkle, sass, classic panto routines (oh yes there are!), and a whole lot of Croydon charm this fresh...

Community Hospice Santa's Grotto

Venue: JLL Greenwich

Address: 22 College Approach

Website: https://communityhospice.org.uk/events/grotto

Experience the festive magic as the Community Hospice transform the JLL’s Greenwich office into a sparkling grotto. Children will meet Santa, share their Christmas wishes and receive a special gift....

Santa Dash

Venue: Merton Court Prep School

Website: www.sidcuppartners.co.uk

Sidcup Partners invites you to their Santa Dash! Free Santa hat and pick up your free Santa medal when you complete the 1.2 mile dash. £2 entry fee.

SENsory Sailors

Venue: National Maritime Museum

Website: www.rmg.co.uk/whats-on/national-maritime-museum/sensory-sailors

Families with children with special educational needs and disabilities are invited to a monthly session at the National Maritime Museum. Explore the collection, enjoy the opportunity to be creative together,...

A Christmas Wish

Venue: Woolwich Works

Website: www.woolwich.works

It is Christmas Eve. Fern the Christmas Fairy and Eggnog the Elf are vey excited! They play, dance and decorate their cosy little room. With lovely dancing, music and costumes, children will be enthralled...

Blackheath Halls Christmas Concert 2025

Venue: Blackheath Halls

Website: www.blackheathhalls.com

Featuring performances from the Blackheath Halls Youth Choir, Greenvale School, Blackheath Goes Gospel singers and the Blackheath Halls Orchestra. There will be some singalong moments and who knows, it...

Christmas Crafternoon: A Kitschmas Celebration!

Venue: Woolwich Works

Website: www.woolwich.works

Get ready to sprinkle some glitter, glue, and good cheer at our fabulously festive Christmas Crafternoon—a hands-on family activity bursting with Kitschmas charm! Perfect for all ages and crafting abilities—whether...

Rumpelstiltskin Pantomime (SEND friendly)

Venue: Charlton House

Website: www.greenwichheritage.org

A 45 minute production of Rumpelstiltskin. Perfect for all, including those with special educational needs and disabilities. Get ready to be transported into a world of wonder and imagination with this...

Rumpelstiltskin Pantomime (SEND friendly)

Venue: Charlton House

Website: www.greenwichheritage.org

An enchanting event filled with magical stories! Perfect for all the family, full of multi-sensory and interactive moments, songs and silliness, and led by a professional cast experienced in working with...

The Ultimate Clause Encounter

Venue: George Staples Sidcup

Website: www.thepeoplespub.co.uk

Enjoy a full morning experience with the big man himself, including letter writing, reindeer food making, and a flurry of snow upon your arrival. Indulge in unlimited hot drinks for adults and juice for...

Christmas Workshops for Children

Venue: Gerald Moore Gallery

Website: www.geraldmooregallery.org

The Gerald Moore Gallery is offering festive, fun and educational workshops for children this December where they will be able to make their own Christmas decorations. All materials and equipment are...

Santa's Grotto Experience

Venue: Beck Evans Farm

Website: www.crazy-club.co.uk/santas-grotto

Get ready for a jolly good time this Christmas because Santa Claus is coming to town! Join us at the Crazy Club from Sunday 17th December, and experience the magic of Christmas right up until Christmas...

Bluey's Big Play

Venue: Southbank Centre

Website: www.southbankcentre.co.uk

Back by popular demand, see Bluey, Bingo, Bandit and Chilli in a live show packed with music, laughter, brilliantly created puppets and fun for the whole family.With an original story by Bluey creator...

End of Term Winter Party

Venue: Woolwich Works

Website: www.woolwich.works

Join Woolwich Works to celebrate the start of the Christmas holidays with feel-good beats, and dance floor moves! Local families are invited to join as the cafe is taken over with classic tunes.This is...

Christmas-themed Music Workshop

Venue: Various locations

Website: www.funkymonkey.info/holiday-courses

Funky Monkey's half-day electronic keyboard workshop is a brilliant all-round introduction to music for 4-8-year-old beginners. Wrap this around Christmas-inspired activities and you have the perfect music...

Operation Ouch: Quest for the Jurassic Fart!

Venue: Southbank Centre

Website: www.southbankcentre.co.uk

Join TV’s favourite doctors on a dino-mite adventure to unearth the most dangerous, most powerful, most important fart in history, in a gigantic brand-new show.As well as 12 seasons of Operation Ouch!,...

The Nutcracker 2025

Venue: Blackheath Halls

Website: www.blackheathhalls.com

The Nutcracker is perfect for children of all ages. Whether your little ones have never been to the theatre before or are regular visitors, all children will be transported to the magical Land of Sweets...

Disney on Ice

Venue: The O2

Website: www.theo2.co.uk

Join Anna and Elsa on their quest to protect their kingdom. Be inspired by the Disney Princesses with stories of courage, determination and kindness as you swim under the sea with Ariel, explore an enchanted...

Safe Harbour

Venue: National Maritime Museum

Website: www.rmg.co.uk/whats-on/national-maritime-museum/safe-harbour

Safe Harbour is a series of free workshops created to provide a safe space for foster and adoptive families. The sessions are an opportunity for families to have fun together in a friendly and welcoming...

Kids’ Countdown

Venue: Southbank Centre

Website: www.southbankcentre.co.uk

Start your family’s New Year celebrations early at a fabulous daytime party for young and old alike.All ages can come and party hard, have a smashing time and still be in bed nice and early. There is...

London New Year's Day Parade 2026

Venue: Picadilly, Regents Street, St James's, Pall Mall, Trafalgar Square and Westminster

Website: www.londonparade.com

Step into the heart of Westminster on New Year’s Day as the London Parade 2026 takes over the streets for its 40th Anniversary celebration. This unmissable extravaganza will showcase the very best of...

Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live

Venue: The O2

Website: www.theo2.co.uk

Fans can expect the same edge-of-your-seat thrills they love, now supercharged with enhanced pyro effects, dazzling lighting, and jaw-dropping stunts.With special kids pricing available at every event,...

Taylormania

Venue: Fairfield Halls

Website: www.fairfield.co.uk

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

Westminster Abbey Chorister Experience Day

Venue: Westminster Abbey

Website: www.westminster-abbey.org

Each term, interested primary school-aged boys can experience being an Abbey chorister for the day. A love of singing and enthusiasm for music are all they need: no formal training is necessary. Book...