What's On in London, South

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...

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?...

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,...

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...

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...

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...

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’...

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,...

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...

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?...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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!,...

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...

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...