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Play Works

18th November-23rd June 2024

Venue: Orleans House Gallery

Website: www.orleanshousegallery.org

Play is timeless, ordinary and extraordinary. It is a defining feature of childhood and yet it is increasingly under threat. Play Works gives children the time and the space to do what they do best. This...

Solstice

1st-24th December 2024

Venue: Battersea Arts Centre

Website: www.bac.org.uk/whats-on/solstice/

Solstice is a brand new immersive trail through the seasons, with magical creatures and a festive adventure for all the family. Under the light of the moon, you will move through a winter wonderland where...

Cute

25th January-14th April 2024

Venue: Somerset House

Website: www.somersethouse.org.uk/whats-on/cute

A major new exhibition exploring the irresistible force of cuteness in contemporary culture. The exhibition will feature a games arcade for all ages and will spotlight and celebrate the 50th anniversary...

Dinosaur rEvolution

10th February-3rd November 2024

Venue: Horniman Museum and Gardens

Website: www.horniman.ac.uk/event/dinosaur-revolution

The first UK showing of Dinosaur rEvolution explores the relationship between dinosaurs and birds in a colourful exhibition, including five large animatronic models, many accurate cast fossil skeletons...

Theatre & Cinema

Romeo and Juliet

2nd March-14th April 2024

Venue: Polka Theatre

Website: www.polkatheatre.com

Forced apart by generations of hatred, young eyes meet across a South London dancefloor on a fateful night that will change their lives forever. Shakespeare’s most famous story is re-told through rap,...

Theatre & Cinema

Romeo and Juliet

2nd March-14th April 2024

Venue: Polka Theatre

Website: www.polkatheatre.com

Forced apart by generations of hatred, young eyes meet across a South London dancefloor on a fateful night that will change their lives forever. Shakespeare’s most famous story is re-told through rap,...

Disney100: The Exhibition

6th March-30th April 2024

Venue: ExCel London

Website: www.excel.london

Dive into the world of The Walt Disney Company and experience 100 years of magic like never before! Disney100: The Exhibition is a once-in-a-lifetime event celebrating the iconic characters and stories...

The Great Big School Clean

15th-31st March 2024

Venue: Nationwide

Website: www.keepbritaintidy.org

Join the Great Big School Clean this spring and be part of the #BigBagChallenge - make a big difference to care for the places and the planet we love.  Once you’ve made your pledge, you’ll...

Theatre & Cinema

The Odyssey

17th March-21st April 2024

Venue: Unicorn Theatre

Website: www.unicorntheatre.com

This Easter, join Telemachus on an epic adventure through stormy seas and strange lands, filled with mystical creatures, dangerous monsters and enchanting sirens - plus two talking sheep - and discover...

Theatre & Cinema

I Wish

22nd March-21st April 2024

Venue: Unicorn Theatre

Website: www.unicorntheatre.com

In many a fairy-story there are wishes granted and fairy-tale endings – but what if your wishes come true in surprising ways? This fantastical, playful one-person show, filled with song, tells a new...

Bing's Nature Explorers

23rd March-2nd June 2024

Venue: WWT London

Website: www.wwt.org.uk

Learn all about wetland nature and wildlife with a little help from Bing and his friends. Join Bing and Flop to become a Nature Explorer with activity trails, storytelling, character appearances and much...

Easter Adventure Quest

23rd March-14th April 2024

Venue: Eltham Palace and Gardens

Website: www.english-heritage.org.uk

Enjoy a cracking adventure quest at Eltham Palace this Easter holiday. Hunt for clues in the gardens, track down the Easter eggs and get rewarded with a tasty chocolate treat. There’s no need to book,...

Sounds of Blossom

23rd March-14th April 2024

Venue: Kew Gardens

Website: www.kew.org/kew-gardens/whats-on/sounds-of-blossom

In collaboration with the Royal College of Music, Sounds of Blossom will bring the spring blooms to life. Music students from the college have composed new music, inspired by the glory of spring. These...

Wear a Hat Day

28th March 2024

Venue: Nationwide

Website: www.braintumourresearch.org

Join this spring-tastic, unmissable fundraising milestone – Wear A Hat Day arrives as the culmination of weeks of awareness and campaigning as part of Brain Tumour Awareness Month. This annual event...

Art and Crafts and Seed Planting

29th March-14th April 2024

Venue: RHS Garden Wisley

Website: www.rhs.org.uk

Join RHS Garden Wisley in the Clore Learning Centre for Easter craft activities and to plant your own seeds to take home and grow on. Craft activities and seed planting offered on alternate days. Suitable...

Bluey

29th March-14th April 2024

Venue: Kew Gardens

Website: www.kew.org/kew-gardens/whats-on/bluey

Bluey, the loveable Blue Heeler puppy, is joining Kew for interactive activities inspired by the show. Perfect for budding adventurers, Bluey is guaranteed to deliver laughter, discovery and lots of fun...

Easter Egg Hunt

29th March-1st April 2024

Venue: Epping Ongar Railway

Website: www.eorailway.co.uk/events

Find all the eggs the Easter Bunny has hidden all along the line. Running the length of the railway track, from Ongar through to Coopersale, the distance covered is equivalent to 131,579 eggs placed end...

Easter Egg Hunt

29th March-3rd April 2024

Venue: Morden Hall Park

Website: www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/london/morden-hall-park

Grab a trail sheet, prick up your ears and go on an auditory adventure round Morden Hall Park. As you make your way along the trail you’ll be taken on a journey through sound, music and discovery with...

Good Friday All - Weather Championship Vase Day 2024

29th March 2024

Venue: Lingfield Park

Website: www.lingfieldpark.co.uk

The All-Weather Vase Raceday at Lingfield Park races is a brilliant idea for fun days out with the family this Easter. Kids will love watching the horses up-close plus there will be lots of entertainment...

Theatre & Cinema

In the Dead of the Night

29th March 2024

Venue: Greenwich Theatre

Website: www.greenwichtheatre.org.uk

A spooky, silly, and heart-warming story about an awesome girl called Lily who faces her fears and saves the day. Adapted from Arthur McBain’s internationally best selling book by award-winning Faceplant...

Simmer Down: Good Friday Family Special

29th March 2024

Venue: Southbank Centre

Website: www.southbankcentre.co.uk

Join this all ages edition of the regular free monthly meet-up and daytime dance, that'll have you grooving in the heart of London. This special family version will include guest DJs from JustVibez and...

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The Adventures of Pinocchio

29th-31st March 2024

Venue: Erith Playhouse

Website: www.playhouse.org.uk

Traditional Italian story of a wooden puppet yearning to be a real boy. Book online at www.ticketsource.co.uk/erith-playhouse-limited or call the booking agent on 0333 666 2266.

The Bear Trail

29th March-7th June 2024

Venue: Kingston upon Thames

Website: www.kingstonfirst.co.uk

The Bear Trail is free to attend and perfect for all ages – from families who are seeking fun activities during the holidays or any after-school entertainment to friends who want something fun to do...

The Giant Easter Egg Hunt

29th March-14th April 2024

Venue: RHS Garden Wisley

Website: www.rhs.org.uk

Follow the garden trail and help the Easter Bunny find his friends who are playing hide and seek at Wisley. As you explore, search for the giant eggs decorated with brand new competition-winning designs,...

Theatre & Cinema

Three Billy Goats Gruff

29th March-21st April 2024

Venue: Polka Theatre

Website: www.polkatheatre.com

Join the three adventurer billy goats as they dare to cross the bridge to the other side.  The troll is determined this is his land and you need to get off it – but the billy goats have a few thoughts...

Theatre & Cinema

Three Billy Goats Gruff

29th March-21st April 2024

Venue: Polka Theatre

Website: www.polkatheatre.com

Join the three adventurer billy goats as they dare to cross the bridge to the other side.  The troll is determined this is his land and you need to get off it – but the billy goats have a few thoughts...

Family Space: Culturetree

30th March 2024

Venue: South London Gallery

Website: www.southlondongallery.org

Family Space is a programme of free workshops that take place on the last Saturday of the month. Sessions are self-directed and designed for families with children aged 5-12 years old. The space is supported...

Horniman Spring Fair

30th March 2024

Venue: Horniman Museum and Gardens

Website: www.horniman.ac.uk/event/horniman-spring-fair

Join in with seasonal fun and games at the Spring Fair this March. Enjoy live music, crafts, street food and lots more! Visit the website for more information and to book tickets.

Rainbow Hoppy Easter Event

30th March 2024

Venue: Castle Square

Website: www.elephantandcastletowncentre.co.uk

Enjoy free activities including face painting, workshops, performances, music, and food from the local traders.Visitors can also enjoy an additional 10-15% off at all of the traders at Castle Square and...

Romeo and Juliet Family Workshop

30th March-26th May 2024

Venue: Shakespeare's Globe

Website: www.shakespearesglobe.com

Start your day with a walk inside the wooden ‘O’ to hear about the history of Shakespeare’s London and the theatrical world he created. Explore Shakespeare’s most famous love story together as...

Royal Mews Easter Trail

30th March-1st April 2024

Venue: The Royal Mews, Buckingham Palace

Website: www.rct.uk

Visit the Royal Mews over the Easter weekend to take part in a fantastic trail and claim your special Easter reward at the end! There will also be some egg-citing Easter art and crafts to enjoy. The trail...

Easter Half Term

31st March-14th April 2024

Venue: National Maritime Museum, Greenwich

Website: www.rmg.co.uk/national-maritime-museum

Daily make-and-do workshops for families during the Easter school break. These workshops will focus on the climate crisis and protecting our natural environment, encouraging families to engage with environmentalism...

Theatre & Cinema

LDN Wrestling

1st April 2024

Venue: Fairfield Halls

Website: www.fairfield.co.uk

British Wrestling is returning to Fairfield Hall as LDN Wrestling puts on another evening of rip-roaring action. Featuring international wrestlers, fighting the best of British. Suitable for all ages,...

Morning Stars - Beginners

1st April 2024

Venue: Royal Observatory, Peter Harrison Planetarium

Website: www.rmg.co.uk

A planetarium show designed for anyone who would benefit from a calmer and more relaxed environment, such as autistic visitors. This version of the show is suitable for younger children or anyone who has...

Theatre & Cinema

Four Seasons

2nd-6th April 2024

Venue: Battersea Arts Centre

Website: www.bac.org.uk

Join the intrepid team of magical gardeners as they tend to the marvellous menagerie of flora and fauna at every stage of nature’s miraculous journey. Expect enchanting and innovative theatre featuring...

Out of this World

2nd April 2024

Venue: Royal Observatory Greenwich, Astronomy Centre

Website: www.rmg.co.uk

A morning of science fun, starting with a planetarium show exploring the surface of Mars, followed by an interactive workshop in which participants will plan a mission to the Red Planet, all led by an...

Theatre & Cinema

Boh Boh Finds Home

3rd April 2024

Venue: Streatham Space Project

Website: www.streathamspaceproject.co.uk

This is an amazing opportunity for children to explore another language and culture, as well as for children of Chinese descent to connect to the Cantonese language. This event comes with a corresponding...

Theatre & Cinema

Dragons and Mythical Beasts

3rd-7th April 2024

Venue: Southbank Centre

Website: www.southbankcentre.co.uk

Calling all brave heroes! Enter into a magical world of myths and legends in this fantastical show for all the family. Unveil a myriad of dark secrets and come face to face with some of the most magnificent...

Easter Half Term

3rd-11th April 2024

Venue: Cutty Sark

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

Families visiting the ship during the Easter school break can join immersive storytelling and musical sessions, exploring sea shanties old and new. 3, 4, 5, 9, 10, 11 April, 11am, 12 noon, 2pm and 3pm....

In the Spring Garden

3rd April 2024

Venue: Southbank Centre

Website: www.southbankcentre.co.uk

Drop in and explore the Queen Elizabeth Hall Roof Garden to celebrate spring as the garden comes to life again ready for the year ahead. Take part in drop-in artist-led activities and pop up performances,...

Mini Musical Adventure

3rd-4th April 2024

Venue: Polka Theatre

Website: www.polkatheatre.com

Make your own mini show on this 2-day musical theatre adventure inspired by Three Billy Goats Gruff! As well as practising how to perform as an ensemble, you will write your own song and have the chance...

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The Singing Mermaid

3rd-4th April 2024

Venue: Greenwich Theatre

Website: www.greenwichtheatre.org.uk

This classic story by Julia Donaldson and Lydia Monks, adapted for the stage with enchanting puppets by Lyndie Wright and music and songs by Barb Jungr, is a perfect piece of theatre for 3 to 8 year-olds...

Easter Weaving Workshop

4th April 2024

Venue: Queen's House

Address: Greenwich

Website: www.rmg.co.uk/queens-house

The public are invited to participate in a collaborative weaving piece in the Great Hall inspired by the Alberta Whittle commission ‘Feeling Blue’. Visitors will be able to contribute to the collective...

Patrice Lawrence: Jane Eyre for Young Readers

4th April 2024

Venue: Southbank Centre

Website: www.southbankcentre.co.uk

Join master storyteller Patrice Lawrence as she brings Charlotte Brontë’s beloved classic to life for younger readers with her skilfully abridged tale. For fans of the original and first-time readers,...

Raymond Antrobus and Ken Wilson-Max -Terrible Horses

4th April 2024

Venue: Southbank Centre

Website: www.southbankcentre.co.uk

Join the award-winning writer and illustrator as they share their new picture book, a powerful story about dealing with emotions and developing empathy. This event will feature a reading of the book along...

Theatre & Cinema

Andy and the Odd Socks

5th April 2024

Venue: The O2 arena

Website: www.theo2.co.uk/events/detail/andy-and-the-odd-socks

Straight off the TV and onto the live stage, Andy and The Odd Socks bring their brilliant madcap mix of songs, slapstick and silliness to life with a show to entertain families of all ages. Featuring a...

Theatre & Cinema

Don't Panic! We Can Save The Planet

6th April 2024

Venue: Churchill Theatre

Website: www.trafalgartickets.com

Talk about the climate crisis is everywhere and it is affecting children of all ages. James’s ambition is for his audience to be inspired and come away from the show confident that they can do something...

Let's Get Creative - April

6th-7th April 2024

Venue: Orleans House Gallery

Website: www.orleanshousegallery.org

Let’s Get Creative is aimed at families with children aged 4-11 years, though all are welcome.  Sessions are free and run regularly throughout the year. Specific details for this event, including...

Now Play This 2024

6th-14th April 2024

Venue: Somerset House

Website: www.somersethouse.org.uk

Now Play This, the UK’s leading experimental games festival, returns to Somerset House this spring showcasing the very latest in independent and innovative game design from across the globe. The festival...

Theatre & Cinema

Plastic Drastic Fantastic

6th-7th April 2024

Venue: Southbank Centre

Website: www.southbankcentre.co.uk

Drawing on South Asian dance, this contemporary dance theatre work for families explores the wonders and woes of plastics. The artists investigate plastics and the dangers of their misuse through intricate...

Vaisakhi 2024

6th April 2024

Venue: Trafalgar Square

Website: www.london.gov.uk/events/vaisakhi-2024

The event hosts an exciting main stage line up, demonstrations of Gatka (martial arts), turban tying workshops, educational talks, community and food stalls and a host of family friendly activities for...

Theatre & Cinema

Jack!

7th-8th April 2024

Venue: Greenwich Theatre

Website: www.greenwichtheatre.org.uk

Written and composed by David Gibb, JACK! features traditional stories, original songs and storytelling. With lots of opportunities to join in, plus brilliant live music, families will be singing along...

The Ceilidh Jam with Folk Dance Remixed

7th April 2024

Venue: Southbank Centre

Website: www.southbankcentre.co.uk

Move, groove and party with maypole dancing, ceilidh favourites and street dance moves, all tied together with live beatboxing and a fiddle band. Between workshops, the party keeps going with live DJ sets...

Theatre & Cinema

Artiste

9th April 2024

Venue: Greenwich Theatre

Website: www.greenwichtheatre.org.uk

International children’s theatre makers, Brymore Productions, head to Greenwich Theatre with their joyous ode to creativity. Witness this interactive exhibition of physical comedy and crafty clowning,...

Rapping Masterclass

9th-10th April 2024

Venue: Polka Theatre

Website: www.polkatheatre.com

Guided by the creative team behind the updated and innovative production of Romeo and Juliet, explore the poetic language, unravel the verse and rhymes and remix it into a rap ready to share with family...

Theatre & Cinema

Teach Rex Live! Velociraptor Show

10th April 2024

Venue: Blackheath Halls

Website: www.blackheathhalls.com

Teach Rex uses life-like dinosaurs to perform their 45-minute show, teaching children about the anatomy and life of one the most mesmerizing creatures that have ever roamed our planet. The show gives children...

Theatre & Cinema

The Selfish Giant

10th-12th April 2024

Venue: Greenwich Theatre

Website: www.greenwichtheatre.org.uk

Inspired by the touching children’s story ‘The Selfish Giant’ by Oscar Wilde, Bristol’s two leading family theatre experts are combining forces to explore an unusual friendship, and how even the...

The Tempest: Family Storytelling

10th-11th April 2024

Venue: Shakespeare's Globe

Website: www.shakespearesglobe.com

Bring Shakespeare’s The Tempest to life in this fun and practical workshop for children aged 5 – 8 and their families. Workshops are led by one of the Globe’s highly experienced practitioners who...

Family Puppet Playtime

11th April 2024

Venue: Polka Theatre

Website: www.polkatheatre.com

Based on Three Billy Goats Gruff, create a finger puppet or two with your family. You could even try and make a whole family of finger puppets to fit on a hand, learning to move them, give voice to them...

Quacky Races

11th April 2024

Venue: Morden Hall Park

Website: www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/london/morden-hall-park

One of Morden Hall Park's favourite traditions is back. For £2 you'll be able to use one of their plastic ducks to join in a race down the river. You can also make a flag to cheer your duck on from the...

Theatre & Cinema

Goldilocks

12th April 2024

Venue: Blackheath Halls

Website: www.blackheathhalls.com

Bringing this classic children’s story to life, the perfect opportunity for the whole family to enjoy the magic of live, professional ballet. Join Goldilocks, the girl with the lovely locks and her jar...

Macbeth Family Storytelling

12th April-1st June 2024

Venue: Shakespeare's Globe

Website: www.shakespearesglobe.com

Enjoy the hurly-burly of Macbeth in a gloriously spooky and bloody storytelling set in medieval Scotland. For ages 5–12 and their families. Recommended for ages 5–12 and their families.

Chinese Astronomy

13th April 2024

Venue: Royal Observatory, Peter Harrison Planetarium

Website: www.rmg.co.uk

Join this live planetarium show to hear an astronomer from the Royal Observatory Greenwich explore topics in ancient and modern Chinese astronomy, including the Sun, Moon, stars and space exploration....

SENsory Sailors

13th April 2024

Venue: National Maritime Museum, Greenwich

Website: www.rmg.co.uk/national-maritime-museum

Families with children with special educational needs and disabilities are invited to a monthly session to explore the collection and enjoy the opportunity to be creative together, and meet other local...

Theatre & Cinema

The Multi-Story Orchestra: A Musical Journey

13th April 2024

Venue: Southbank Centre

Website: www.southbankcentre.co.uk

Go to a dynamic musical experience by The Multi-Story Orchestra, exploring our impact on the environment and the world around us. This is a chance to experience the orchestra up close, with musicians spread...

Theatre & Cinema

The Witch and The Egg

13th April 2024

Venue: Blackheath Halls

Website: www.blackheathhalls.com

One performer and a flock of shadow puppets tell an engaging and heartwarming story about friendship, laughter and … flying the nest. And after each show there is an opportunity for the audience to become...

Theatre & Cinema

WWE Live

19th April 2024

Venue: The O2 arena

Website: www.theo2.co.uk/events/detail/wwe-live-4

Fans attending WWE Live will have the chance to see their favourite WWE Superstars in action including “The American Nightmare” Cody Rhodes, WWE World Heavyweight Champion Seth “Freakin” Rollins,...

Bilingual Families

20th April 2024

Venue: Royal Observatory, Peter Harrison Planetarium

Website: www.rmg.co.uk

Explore the Universe in a language other than English in this Bilingual Families planetarium show. An astronomer will take you on a tour of our vast Universe starting from the Earth; the show will travel...

Eid in the Square 2024

20th April 2024

Venue: Trafalgar Square

Website: www.london.gov.uk/events/eid-square-2024

The Mayor of London’s free, annual festival returns to the capital’s iconic Trafalgar Square for the 19th year to celebrate the end of Ramadan, the holy month of fasting. The Square will be awash with...

Theatre & Cinema

Peppa Pig's Fun Day Out

20th-21st April 2024

Venue: Richmond Theatre

Website: www.atgtickets.com

Peppa Pig is back in her oinktastic brand new live show, Fun Day Out! Packed full of songs, dance and muddy puddles, Peppa’s Fun Day Out guarantees giggles and snorts for all Peppa fans, and a perfect...

Red Roses v Ireland

20th April 2024

Venue: Twickenham Stadium

Website: www.englandrugby.com/tickets

The Red Roses host Ireland in their final home game of the Guiness Women's Six Nations as they return to Twickenham Stadium again. Fun for all the family and tickets available from £20 adults and £5...

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Science Museum - The Live Stage Show

21st April 2024

Venue: Churchill Theatre

Website: www.trafalgartickets.com

This year join London’s world-renowned Science Museum as they bring you this brand-new stage production aimed at igniting your curiosity, fuelling your imagination, and inspiring you in new and exciting...

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Spot's Birthday Party

21st April 2024

Venue: Blackheath Halls

Website: www.blackheathhalls.com

Join Spot and his friends for this engaging and interactive show for everyone age 2plus and their grownups. With integrated Makaton, catchy songs, dancing and lots of interactive party games, this is going...

St George's Day 2024

21st April 2024

Venue: Trafalgar Square

Website: www.london.gov.uk/events/st-georges-day-2024

Promising a feast of delights over six hours, there's an exciting main stage programme of traditional and contemporary acts, alongside family activities, roaming entertainers, quests, market stalls and...

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A Very Old Man with Enormous Wings

24th-28th April 2024

Venue: Unicorn Theatre

Website: www.unicorntheatre.com

This award-winning show taps into both the best and worst of mankind, wryly examining the human response to those who are weak, dependent, and different. Using a combination of music, puppetry and live...

Home Education Workshop - Pond Dipping and Outdoor Habitats

26th April 2024

Venue: Horniman Museum and Gardens

Website: www.horniman.ac.uk/event/home-education-workshops

10.30am–12pm | home educated children aged 5–9 years

Steam Gala

26th-28th April 2024

Venue: Epping Ongar Railway

Website: www.eorailway.co.uk

An intensive service will operate, during which the engines will need to work hard on the challenging gradients. Services will additionally run until late evening on Saturday. All trains will be running...

Safe Harbour

27th April 2024

Venue: National Maritime Museum, Greenwich

Website: www.rmg.co.uk/national-maritime-museum

Safe Harbour is a series of free workshops created to provide a safe space for foster and adoptive families. Safe Harbour has been created in consultation with support organisations including We Are Family,...

Toy and Rail Collectors Fair

28th April 2024

Venue: Bluebell Railway

Website: www.bluebell-railway.com

Catering for everyone from avid collectors, and enthusiasts, to just about anyone who is interested in (or just curious about) collectable toys, model trains and vintage railway artefacts. Admission is...

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Suitcase Circus

4th May-2nd June 2024

Venue: Puppet Theatre Barge, Little Venice

Website: www.puppetbarge.com

Suitcase Circus features the most unlikely of performers including the world's only acrobatic potato sack, a daredevil ski glove, an incredible dancing milkshake straw, the hypnotic tie snake Windsor Knot,...

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FUNharmonics Family Concert: Appalachian Spring

5th May 2024

Venue: Southbank Centre

Website: www.southbankcentre.co.uk

Take the family and join the London Philharmonic Orchestra for a lively concert of celebration, optimism and fabulous American music. Aaron Copland’s Appalachian Spring tells the story of a bride and...

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Awful Auntie

9th-12th May 2024

Venue: Richmond Theatre

Website: www.atgtickets.com

Following their acclaimed productions of Gangsta Granny, Billionaire Boy and Demon Dentist, Birmingham Stage Company are proud to present a fabulous new production of David Walliams’ amazing adventure,...

Branch Line Gala Weekend

10th-12th May 2024

Venue: Bluebell Railway

Website: www.bluebell-railway.com

Get ready for the return of one of the most popular events of the year at The Bluebell Railway, welcoming back for 2024 the Branch Line Gala Weekend! This event is a must for all fans of branch line railways,...

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‘Winnie The Pooh’ A play for Children, Spektaklis vaikams, Mikė Pūkuotukas

11th May 2024

Venue: Canada Water Theatre

Website: www.theatrepeckham.co.uk

The Raganiukes Theater is the children’s most beloved theatre in Lithuania and is coming to London to present “Winnie the Pooh.” You will meet the kind-hearted sweetie Mike the Pooh, Little Piglet,...

Fun Walk 2024

12th May 2024

Venue: Keston Common

Website: www.stchristophers.org.uk/funwalk

Time to dust off those walking boots…This year’s Fun Walk will take place on Sunday 12 May, once again at Keston. St Christopher's Hospice want to make this year’s event the biggest and brightest...

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Zog and The Flying Doctors

14th-15th May 2024

Venue: Churchill Theatre

Website: www.trafalgartickets.com

Based on Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler’s bestselling sequel, Freckle Productions (Zog, Stick Man, Tiddler & Other Terrific Tales) are back, with music and lyrics by Joe Stilgoe (Zog), for this truly...

Beckenham Place Junior Parkrun

Venue: Beckenham Place Park

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

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

Brick Dinos

Venue: Horniman Museum and Gardens

Website: www.horniman.ac.uk/event/brick-dinos

Discover the Jurassic and Cretaceous Periods like never before and meet dinosaurs and other prehistoric giants face to face, each one masterfully built using LEGO® bricks. There will also be hands-on...

Character Encounters

Venue: National Maritime Museum

Website: www.rmg.co.uk

Join an exciting performance and see maritime history brought to life. Visit the Museum every Saturday to discover a different character from history with their own fascinating story to tell!

Chislehurst Caves

Venue: Chislehurst Caves

Address: Old Hill

Website: www.chislehurst-caves.co.uk

On this guided tour you’ll spend 45-50 minutes walking a mile through the dark and sinister looking caves. Armed only with an oil lamp, you’ll be led around corners, cervices and cracks. These man-made...

Discover Sundays

Venue: National Maritime Museum

Website: www.rmg.co.uk

Each Sunday join in with family activities and explore the Museum's collection. Start a fantastic journey together led by an artist facilitator, who will introduce you to objects, people, histories and...

Early Years Messy Play

Venue: Old Royal Naval College

Website: www.ornc.org/whats-on/early-years-messy-play/

Visit on the third Sunday of each month for a mix of sensory activities, sand and water play, construction and creative fun for your little ones. Morning (10-11.30am) and afternoon (12.30-2pm) sessions...

Eltham Junior Parkrun

Venue: Eltham Park South

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

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

Family Craft Saturdays

Venue: Horniman Museum and Gardens

Website: www.horniman.ac.uk/event/saturday-craft-afternoons

Get stuck into some crafts and have fun with the wonderful volunteers at these free, drop-in sessions. Learn about some of the 350,000 objects in the Horniman’s collections, and discover more about music,...

Film and TV location Tour

Venue: Old Royal Naval College

Website: www.ornc.org/whats-on/film-tv-location-tour/

On this tour you will be guided through over 60 years of filming, both outside on the iconic riverside grounds and inside the magnificent Painted Hall. Tours run every Saturday and Sunday (and Fridays...

Find your Sea Legs

Venue: HMS Belfast

Address: The Queen's Walk

Website: www.iwm.org.uk/visits/hms-belfast

Learn how to keep the iconic warship in tip-top condition and take charge of HMS Belfast in the interactive family activity Find Your Sea Legs. Solve nautical puzzles and discover for yourself what life...

First Sundays: 500 Years of History for £5

Venue: Old Royal Naval College

Website: www.ornc.org/whats-on/first-sundays

Taking place on the first Sunday of each month, the Old Royal Naval College welcomes visitors from Greenwich and beyond with storytelling for young audiences and pop-up events to delight visitors of all...

Hidden London

Venue: Various locations

Website: www.ltmuseum.co.uk/hidden-london

Explore ‘forgotten’ parts of the Tube network and go behind the scenes at some of London’s busiest stations with the exclusive Hidden London tours - voted Best Hidden Gem in the World!

Hip Hop Street Styles with Rambert

Venue: Colombo Centre

Website: www.coinstreet.org/whats-on/hip-hop-street-styles-rambert

Join in with “Hip Hop Street Styles” at Colombo Centre. Go along to dance, have fun, and meet other parents and children. 4.15pm to 5pm on Thursdays for 5-8 year olds.

Immersive Gamebox

Venue: Immersive Gamebox

Website: www.immersivegamebox.com

At Immersive Gamebox you can escape to another world with the new game the little ones will love, Shaun the Sheep! Join Shaun and the flock in a series of interactive games inspired by sporting events...

Jambs Owl Experience

Venue: Hall Place and Gardens

Website: www.hallplace.org.uk

Have a HOOT at Jambs Owls Experience getting to know all the live owls including the opportunity to hold one! Lovely friendly team are on hand to answer all your questions and make your visit something...

Jelly Music

Venue: North Cray Community Centre

Website: www.youthactiondiversitytrust.co.uk/jelly-music

Basic music classes in small groups on Violin, piano and guitar. The course is designed for parents and students to see their fundamentals knowledge of music, also to test their musical skills and knowledge....

Keeper Experiences and Encounters

Venue: Battersea Park Children's Zoo

Website: www.batterseaparkzoo.co.uk

Try a Keeper Experience and enjoy seeing how they spend their days caring for the beautiful animals and birds at Battersea Park Children’s Zoo. Keeper experiences make a special gift for a child, friend...

La Ola Spanish Lessons

Venue: Station Hall

Address: Herne Hill

Website: www.stationhallhernehill.org

At Ola Spanish your children will be taken on magical adventures through jungles and to outer space! Children learn best when they are having fun and by combining movement, imagination and language learning,...

Laura's After School Yoga Club for Kids

Venue: Station Hall

Address: Herne Hill

Website: www.laurasyogaclub.co.uk

Laura creates bespoke yoga sequences for children tailored to their age, needs and interests and ensures her sequences always include breath work (pranayama), poses (asana), meditations and affirmations....

Little Voices Bexley

Venue: North Cray Community Centre

Website: www.youthactiondiversitytrust.co.uk/little-voices

Lessons are organised by age, friendship and ability. Mini Voices (4-7 years), Little Voices (8-12 years) and Voice Lessons (13-18 years) Every Tuesday 3.30-6pm. For further information and to arrange...

Meet The Past

Venue: Old Royal Naval College

Website: www.ornc.org/whats-on/meet-the-past/

On the fourth Sunday of each month, meet someone from history as you walk the grounds of the Old Royal Naval College. A different actor in costume will be there each month to regale you with stories of...

Miniature Railway

Venue: Hall Place and Gardens

Website: www.hallplace.org.uk

All aboard the miniature steam railway run by members of the Welling & District Model Engineering Society. 12.30pm – 4pm. £1.25 per person, per ride, just turn up and pay on the day.

Theatre & Cinema

Paddington (U)

Venue: Kew Gardens

Website: www.thelunacinema.com

Get ready for a journey with Paddington as he leaves the jungles of Peru and travels to London in search of a new place to call home. A hilarious adventure and wild ride with the bear that has had a special...

Play Studio

Venue: Tate Britain

Website: www.tate.org.uk/whats-on/tate-britain/play-studio

A space for families to play, make and create together. Make connections between the images and stories in the galleries. Recreate your favourite painting, act out a scene, or make something you really...

Sightseeing Cruises with City Cruises

Venue: Westminster, London Eye, Tower and Greenwich Pier

Website: www.cityexperiences.com

Make the most with the 24-hour river pass and even more value with the Family River Pass where up to three kids go free! Kids can get colouring sheets and pencils to keep them entertained, while parents...

Stars 1, 2 & 3

Venue: Various locations

Website: www.spotlights.co.uk/stars-1-2-3/

Stars 1,2 & 3 are exciting drama, dance and singing classes for children aged from 7 to 18. Class groups are kept to a maximum of 20 to ensure your child gets the attention that they need. To find out...

Story Seekers

Venue: Imperial War Museum

Address: Lambeth Road

Website: www.iwm.org.uk

Families can get hands on with real artefacts and learn about the global impact of conflict, from the First World War to today. Dig deeper into the museum’s collections and uncover the moving stories...

Ted's Space Adventure

Venue: Royal Observatory

Website: www.rmg.co.uk

A live, special planetarium show for under-7s. Explore the Solar System with a bear named Ted (and companion Plant!), learning about the things we find there and how they affect us. Perfect for little...

The Kids Playhouse

Venue: Station Hall

Website: www.stationhallhernehill.org/whats-on

Free Stay and Play After-school Sessions for kids 5-7 years old & their parents/carer. Every Thursday 4-5:30pm during term time. Limited spaces available please register in advance.

The Sky Tonight

Venue: Royal Observatory

Website: www.rmg.co.uk

Explore the night sky as it will be on the day of your visit and learn about some astronomical sights you can spot for yourself in this classic show. Featuring anything from constellations to meteor showers!...

The Tower Bridge Cat Trail

Venue: Tower Bridge

Website: www.towerbridge.org.uk/events/tower-bridge-cat-trail

Find the installations throughout the attraction and meet the Bridge Master and his team – Hannah, the Cook, Poppy, the Painter, and Stan, the Stoker, and identical twins Eddie the Engineer and Olly...

Tower Bridge Relaxed Openings

Venue: Tower Bridge

Website: www.towerbridge.org.uk/events/relaxed-opening

On the third Saturday of every month, Tower Bridge host relaxed opening for anyone who would like to explore the Bridge in a calm, tranquil atmosphere, including people with autism and other neurodiverse...

Ukranian Children's Club

Venue: Station Hall

Address: Herne Hill

Website: www.stationhallhernehill.org/events/ukrainian-childrens-club-1

For ages 5-11 years. Take part in arts & crafts, singing, dancing, drama, technology and celebrate traditional Ukrainian holidays. Tues 4-6pm (term time). Contact / WhatsApp Oleana 07392 957257 or email:...

Urban Crazy Golf

Venue: Horniman Museum and Gardens

Website: www.horniman.ac.uk/event/golf/

Take on nine holes themed around your favourite Horniman attractions – tee-off from the Clocktower, putt past the walrus, avoid the alpaca in the Animal Walk, and try for a birdie at the Butterfly House!...

Virtual Tours

Venue: Bluebell Railway

Address: Sheffield Park Station

Website: www.bluebell-railway.com

You can explore Sheffield Park and Horsted Keynes with the Bluebell Railway tour, which includes SteamWorks!, the Shop, signal boxes and tours around the platforms. The Museum tour also allows you to take...

Young Farmers

Venue: Vauxhall City Farm

Website: www.vauxhallcityfarm.org

Young Farmers is a Saturday morning club for young people aged 8-14, where you’ll be able to take part in a range of great activities from looking after animals,grooming goats to spinning wool, making...

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