What's On in London, South West

The Robot Zoo

Venue: Horniman Museum and Gardens

Website: www.horniman.ac.uk

This family-friendly exhibition features larger-than-life animals that have been cleverly recreated using a variety of familiar machine parts and gadgets to reveal how their real-life counterparts see,...

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 Very Hungry Caterpillar™ at Ham House and Garden

Venue: Ham House and Garden

Website: www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/london/ham-house-and-garden

Pick up a trail sheet on arrival and follow the illustrated markers around the gardens to set off on a journey of discovery together. Celebrate completing the trail with a snap in front of the stunning...

Open up a world of possibilities with Kumon

Venue: Various venues

Website: www.kumon.co.uk/find-a-tutor/campaign

The Kumon Maths and English Programmes help children build confidence, improve focus, and develop independent study skills that last a lifetime. Kumon Study Centres near you are offering Free Registration...

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...

Spider Secrets Trail

Venue: Morden Hall Park

Website: www.nationaltrust.org.uk

Follow this fun, self-led trail through the park to learn about some of the spiders that call Morden Hall place home. With multiple interactive elements and extra challenges on the trail sheet, it’s...

The Three Little Pigs

Venue: Unicorn Theatre

Website: www.unicorntheatre.com

From the award-winning duo Stiles and Drewe (The Three Billy Goats Gruff, Honk!, Half a Sixpence), in a Unicorn co-production with Chichester Festival Theatre, this hugely entertaining adaptation of a...

The Three Little Pigs

Venue: Unicorn Theatre

Website: www.unicorntheatre.com

Join little superstar piglets Bar, Bee and Q as they set off into the big wide world to build their three little houses out of hay, sticks and bricks... but can they get the better of the huffing, puffing...

The Three Little Pigs

Venue: Unicorn Theatre

Website: www.unicorntheatre.com

From the award-winning duo Stiles and Drewe (The Three Billy Goats Gruff, Honk!, Half a Sixpence), in a Unicorn co-production with Chichester Festival Theatre, this hugely entertaining adaptation of a...

The Three Little Pigs

Venue: Unicorn Theatre

Website: www.unicorntheatre.com

From the award-winning duo Stiles and Drewe (The Three Billy Goats Gruff, Honk!, Half a Sixpence), in a Unicorn co-production with Chichester Festival Theatre, this hugely entertaining adaptation of a...

Anansi the Spider

Venue: Unicorn Theatre

Website: www.unicorntheatre.com

People say that in a time long, long ago, animals walked on two feet and spoke with words, like we do. And back then, everyone knew that the cleverest of all the animals in the kingdom was a spider –...

Anansi the Spider

Venue: Unicorn Theatre

Website: www.unicorntheatre.com

People say that in a time long, long ago, animals walked on two feet and spoke with words, like we do. And back then, everyone knew that the cleverest of all the animals in the kingdom was a spider –...

Anansi the Spider

Venue: Unicorn Theatre

Website: www.unicorntheatre.com

People say that in a time long, long ago, animals walked on two feet and spoke with words, like we do. And back then, everyone knew that the cleverest of all the animals in the kingdom was a spider –...

Dweeb-A-Mania

Venue: Polka Theatre

Website: www.polkatheatre.com

Dweeb-A-Mania is a punchy, powerful new comedy which celebrates being exactly who you want to be. Get ready for flying kicks, body slams and a mind-blowing number of barbecued chickens! Recommended for...

Active Lambeth Children’s Activity Programme

Venue: Brixton Recreation Centre

Website: www.active.lambeth.gov.uk/facilities/birthday-parties

Active Lambeth’s programme of activities is designed to give children the opportunity to try something new, get moving, and feel good doing it. With swimming, gymnastics, basketball, ice skating, football...

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...

Children’s Garden Trail

Venue: South London Gallery

Website: www.southlondongallery.org

Explore South London Gallery green spaces with a free, self-guided garden worksheet. All weekend, 12 – 6pm, children and families are invited to have fun and be creative in the Orozco Garden. Aimed at...

Discover Sundays

Venue: National Maritime Museum

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

Each week a different artist will take visiting families on a journey into the Museum’s collection. Participate in different creative activities inspired by these objects before heading into the galleries...

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...

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...

Observatory Unlocked

Venue: The Royal Observatory

Website: www.rmg.co.uk/royal-observatory

Join the Observatory Explainers in the Meridian Courtyard for talks and activities on a range of topics from uncovering the hidden stories of the Royal Observatory Greenwich to solar observing and hands-on...

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...

Sword Fighting Demonstration

Venue: Shakespeare's Globe

Website: www.shakespearesglobe.com

Join a Sword Fighting Demonstration and watch as Early Modern stage combat comes to life. Includes a photo opportunity for you to handle the weapons yourself! What’s the difference between a rapier and...

Take the Stage at the Anna Fiorentini Theatre School

Venue: Various venues

Website: www.annafiorentini.com

As children head into a new school year, 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, this school...

Thames adventure with City Cruises

Venue: Greenwich, Tower, London Eye, and Westminster Pier

Website: www.cityexperiences.com

City Cruises welcomes you on board for a great day out for all the family. Families are in for a treat with onboard activities for children, including engaging activity books and more to enhance their...

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,...

'Community Tales' Storytelling and Craft: Interfaith Session, Nusaybah the Mermaids Tale

Venue: Morden Hall Park

Website: www.nationaltrust.org.uk

Join Aisha from Clever IQ to explore storytelling, creativity and connection in this interfaith session for children and families at Morden Hall Park. Featuring the book Nusaybah the Mermaids Tale. For...

Baby Broadway Family Concert

Venue: The Fireworks Factory

Website: www.woolwich.works

A fun interactive family concert of songs from hit musicals and films featuring West End singers. Little ones will delight in the bubbles, puppets, actions and dance moves to copy, whilst grown ups indulge...

Comic Event Weekend

Venue: Horsted Keynes Station

Website: www.bluebell-railway.com

Step into a world of imagination with comic book heroes, sci-fi icons, amazing traders, artists, cosplay galore, and now… NERF BATTLES! Bring your energy and your aim — it’s time to battle it out...

The Bubble Show

Venue: The Exchange Twickenham

Website: www.exchangetwickenham.co.uk

A unique blend of magic, storytelling, science and bubble-art. Whether you’re a wide-eyed child or a child at heart, prepare to be captivated by the spellbinding wonder of bubbles! Brace yourselves to...

The Surprise Party of Oz

Venue: Broadway Theatre

Website: www.broadwaytheatre.org.uk

Join Dorothy, the Scarecrow, Tin Man, and Cowardly Lion for a brand-new magical adventure! This playful children’s show reimagines the World of Oz with songs, laughter, and a surprise party full of fun....

Comedy Club 4 Kids

Venue: The Exchange Twickenham

Website: www.exchangetwickenham.co.uk

Since 2005, the Comedy Club 4 Kids has been getting the best stand-ups and sketch acts from the international circuit to do their thing for an audience of children (aged 6+) and their families… but without...

Diwali on the Square 2025

Venue: Trafalgar Square

Website: www.london.gov.uk

Celebrate the Mayor of London’s annual Diwali on the Square, right in the heart of London. The event runs from 1-7pm, and best of all, it’s free – no need to book a ticket. Includes family-friendly...

Giants of Steam

Venue: Bluebell Railway

Website: www.bluebell-railway.com

The Bluebell Railway is delighted to announce that 60163 Tornado, 6880 Betton Grange and 2999 Lady of Legend will be the guest locomotives for this year’s gala, running alongside their very own newly...

Halloween and Half Term Funfair

Venue: Crystal Palace Park

Website: www.irvinleisure.co.uk

Tokens are for sale at the fair at 10 tokens for £10, payable by cash or card. Please note that the number of tokens per ride varies. Contactless payment is also available on all rides. Online Token Discount...

Halloween at Kew

Venue: Kew Gardens

Website: www.kew.org

This October, Kew Gardens will transform once more into a ghostly, glowing adventure, brought to you by the producers of Christmas at Kew. As night falls over the Gardens, explore one of London’s best...

Spiders aren't so scary

Venue: Morden Hall Park

Website: www.nationaltrust.org.uk

Think spiders are spooky? Think again! Join this fascinating family-friendly adventure to discover the secret lives of these misunderstood minibeasts.Whether you're a curious child, or an interested adult,...

Musical Con

Venue: ExCel London

Website: www.excel.london

Over one hundred West End stars and all your favourite shows will unite to celebrate all things musicals under one roof. Includes exclusive performances, interviews, cosplay, singalongs, lip sync battles,...

The Gruffalo’s Child

Venue: Blackheath Halls

Website: www.blackheathhalls.com

One wild and windy night the Gruffalo’s Child ignores her father’s warnings about the Big Bad Mouse and tiptoes out into the deep dark wood. She follows snowy tracks and encounters mysterious creatures...

The Gruffalo’s Child

Venue: Blackheath Halls

Website: www.blackheathhalls.com

One wild and windy night the Gruffalo’s Child ignores her father’s warnings about the Big Bad Mouse and tiptoes out into the deep dark wood. She follows snowy tracks and encounters mysterious creatures...

The Gruffalo’s Child

Venue: Blackheath Halls

Website: www.blackheathhalls.com

One wild and windy night the Gruffalo’s Child ignores her father’s warnings about the Big Bad Mouse and tiptoes out into the deep dark wood. She follows snowy tracks and encounters mysterious creatures...

Well Done, Mummy Penguin

Venue: Polka Theatre

Website: www.polkatheatre.com

With a nod to the fascinating nature of penguin parenting, Well Done, Mummy Penguin is a stage adaptation of the latest picture book from award-winning writer and illustrator Chris Haughton, and an irresistible...

Zog

Venue: Kew Gardens

Website: www.kew.org

This autumn, set off on an outdoor adventure inspired by Zog. Taking place across the beautiful autumnal landscape of Kew Gardens, this interactive trail invites families to explore the story’s themes...

Grandad Anansi

Venue: The Albany

Website: www.thealbany.org.uk

With captivating songs and joyous dancing, Grandad Anansi is an uplifting tale of love, courage and letting go that celebrates storytelling and shines a light on Jamaican culture and the Windrush generation.

Grandad Anansi

Venue: The Albany

Website: www.thealbany.org.uk

With captivating songs and joyous dancing, Grandad Anansi is an uplifting tale of love, courage and letting go that celebrates storytelling and shines a light on Jamaican culture and the Windrush generation.

Grandad Anansi

Venue: Tramshed

Website: www.tramshed.org

Abi and her Grandad tell each other Anansi folktales. They play games as they work together in the garden among the beautiful flowers and tasty vegetables.As they plant memories, they sharesecrets and...

Code-Easy Taster Sessions

Venue: Fireworks Factory

Website: www.woolwich.works

Does your child aged 7-16 love technology and problem-solving? Code-Easy's after-school coding club transforms curious minds into confident coders through hands-on learning that's both fun and educational. Ages...

The Children's Bookshow with Frank Cottrell-Boyce

Venue: Southbank Centre

Website: www.southbankcentre.co.uk

At this event for schools, go on a hilarious adventure to Hollywood with the Children’s Laureate as he talks about his latest book, The Blockbusters! He also teaches you his top tips for writing a story...

Depot discovery tours

Venue: Museum Depot, Acton

Website: www.ltmuseum.co.uk

Discover the story of London’s public transport from its horse-drawn beginnings, taking in rare and unusual vehicles along the way, as well as pioneering engineering equipment, and a glimpse into the...

MCM Comic Con

Venue: ExCel London

Website: www.excel.london

MCM London Comic Con takes place at excel London twice a year where you can meet some of the biggest actors across all media from TV & Film, to anime, to gaming. With independent artists, creators and...

Transport Explorers: A Live Show

Venue: London Transport Museum

Website: www.ltmuseum.co.uk

Packed with comedy, science demos, and audience interaction, this 60-minute show takes kidson a journey through amazing moments in London’s transport history, from world-changing innovation in the 1800s...

'Community Tales' Storytelling and Craft: Lighting up Diwali

Venue: Morden Hall Park

Website: www.nationaltrust.org.uk

Merton Asian Women's Association will be celebrating Diwali with tales, myths and crafts that will intertwine with song, creativity and fun. It's about spreading the light, telling stories, making Rangoli,...

Alphabet Soup

Venue: Southbank Centre

Website: www.southbankcentre.co.uk

Drop in to interactive workshops and activities to create truly delicious poems and stories. Discover the names of both real and imaginary foods, encounter ludicrous words you’d never expect in a cookbook,...

Battersea Park Children’s Boo

Venue: Battersea Park Children’s Zoo

Website: www.batterseaparkzoo.co.uk

Go and have some family friendly Halloween fun at Battersea Park Children's Zoo in London. With a mini beast mansion, not so spooky story time and a costume competition, October half term is fun is suitable for...

Diwali at the National Maritime Museum

Venue: National Maritime Museum

Website: www.rmg.co.uk

Celebrate the spirit of Diwali at 'Illuminate’ – a family-friendly festival at the National Maritime Museum. Enjoy free live performances, talks, workshops and a lantern parade on this day of creativity,...

Enchanted Cinema: My Neighbour Totoro

Venue: The Fireworks Factory

Website: www.woolwich.works

An interactive screening of the classic Studio Ghibli film ideal for children aged 4+ and their grown-ups who team up to become the magical orchestra. This is a screening of five much-beloved scenes.

Family Low Tide Walk (8+)

Venue: Creekside Discovery Centre

Website: www.creeksidecentre.org.uk

Family Low Tide Walks are a newly-designed activity specifically tailored to engage young people, nurturing and celebrating their curiosity for the world around them. Participants will develop deeper connections...

Family Space with Emma Ogawa Todd

Venue: South London Gallery

Website: www.southlondongallery.org

This free creative workshop is inspiredby Yto Barrada’s exploration of colour and use of natural dyes. Artist Emma Ogawa Todd invites families to create a large-scale colour wheel parachute and make...

FREE Be Richmond Pumpkin Patch

Venue: Whittaker Avenue

Website: www.berichmond.london/be-spooky-pumpkin-patch

Pick your very own pumpkin and carve it into a creepy creation before striking a pose for a hauntingly good selfie against the Halloween-themed backdrop. Young ones can enjoy being transformed by talented...

Fright Week Halloween services

Venue: Epping Ongar Railway

Website: www.eorailway.co.uk

Dress up in your scariest outfit and join this full size ghost train and have some Hallowe'en fun with the living dead! Find the ghosts haunting the eerie gruesome graveyard, meet the manic magician and...

Halloween Half Term at Eltham Palace and Gardens

Venue: Eltham Palace and Gardens

Website: www.english-heritage.org.uk

Gather your little monsters for a ghoulishly good day out at Eltham Palace and Gardens this half-term. Follow the quest to solve creepy clues and gather round to listen to spooky stories.With interactive...

Halloween Mad Scientist Show

Venue: Bluebell Railway

Website: www.bluebell-railway.com

Get ready for a wild, wacky science-filled adventure this Halloween! £5 per person to see the show. This includes all adults and children. Limited seating – pre-booking is preferred. Kids For A Quid...

Myths and Legends: October Half Term

Venue: National Maritime Museum and Queen’s House

Website: www.rmg.co.uk/whats-on/national-maritime-museum/october-half-term

From legendary sea creatures and heroic voyagers to ancient folklore and fantastic tales, witness ocean legends brought to life through hands-on activities, storytelling and creative workshops. Families...

October Half Term at The National Gallery

Venue: The National Gallery

Website: www.nationalgallery.org.uk

Looking for free family activities this October half-term? Visit the National Gallery’s Roden Centre for Creative Learning - a vibrant space for all to paint, build, explore and play for free in central...

Stranger Folk digital adventure: October half term at Ham House

Venue: Ham House and Garden

Website: www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/london/ham-house-and-garden

Download the Stranger Folk app, available from visitor reception as you arrive, to start your spooky adventure, filled with goblins, old magic and more. Play for a fast-paced 20 minutes or make it a day-long...

Telling Tales

Venue: Shakespeare's Globe

Website: www.shakespearesglobe.com

In celebration of his extensive range of books and recent poetry collection, Out of This World, poet, performer, broadcaster, scriptwriter, and former Children’s Laureate, Michael returns to the Playhouse...

The Ghost Train

Venue: Bluebell Railway

Website: www.bluebell-railway.com

Step aboard and meet the ghosts of the Bluebell Railway in a spine-tingling immersive theatrical experience, unlike anything ever seen on a heritage railway in the UK. Recommended for families with older...

Miss Americana

Venue: Rose Theatre

Website: www.rosetheatre.org

Step into the world of Taylor Swift Eras experience in this electrifying show featuring the incredible Xenna. A celebration of the iconic pop sensation's music, style, and unrivalled stage presence. Xenna...

The Tempest Family Workshop

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 will be led by one of the Globe’s highly experienced practitioners,...

Create and Grow Spooky Half Term

Venue: Squires Garden Centre Twickenham

Website: www.squiresgardencentres.co.uk

Paint a Spooky Tealight Holder - £6.50 (advance booking essential).Wicked Plant Trail, follow the wicked plant trail around the garden centre, discover the magic word and receive a cool sticker. Free,...

Half Term magic Makers Crafternoon: Magic Wand

Venue: The Fireworks Factory

Website: www.woolwich.works

Create your own fairy wand and cast mystical spells throughout half term of bring the magic to life with colouring in. Suitable for all ages. Free, donation recommended. 2pm, 2.30pm, 3pm, and 3.30pm.

Magical Merlin

Venue: St. Martin's Theatre

Website: www.perform.org.uk/shows/magical-merlin

This West End theatre show offer Perform children the unforgettable experience of seeing their term's story brought to life by professional actors on a real stage. But whether your child attends Perform...

October Half Term Workshops

Venue: Gerald Moore Gallery

Website: www.geraldmooregallery.org/holiday-workshops

Enjoy a range of educational, creative, and delightfully spooky workshops for children of all ages. Each session is designed to spark imagination and inspire a love for art, learning, and discovery. Classes...

Twelfth Night Family Workshop

Venue: Shakespeare's Globe

Website: www.shakespearesglobe.com

Using a range of activities and games designed to draw out elements of the play’s language, characters and themes, the session will visit one of the rehearsal rooms, and bring you together with other...

A Grand Day out: Wallace and Gromit with Live Brass Band

Venue: The Fireworks Factory

Website: www.woolwich.works

Audiences will be transported on a musical journey with Wallace and Gromit and the live brass accompaniment of the Fairey Band on their charming expedition to the moon. Suitable for all ages. £16.50,...

Family Glow Jar Making

Venue: Polka Theatre

Website: www.polkatheatre.com

Join this cosy, creative Autumn workshop where families can make their own glow jar! Using real leaves, foliage and ferns, you and your family can craft a glowing masterpiece to light up your home on crisp...

Half Term Magic Makers Crafternoon: Spell Book

Venue: The Fireworks Factory

Website: www.woolwich.works

Create your own spell book this Halloween and get ready to summon magic, brew potions and unlock and world of enchantment. Suitable for all ages. Free, donation recommended. 2pm, 2.30pm, 3pm, and 3.30pm.

Half term: Pumpkin Carving

Venue: Morden Hall Park

Website: www.nationaltrust.org.uk

This October half-term, step into the spooky Stableyard to select your pumpkin and create your crazy carving to take home for Halloween. They provide all the tools required and clean up all the mess! Children...

Hansel & Gretel

Venue: Blackheath Halls

Website: www.blackheathhalls.com

With expressive music and staging, this vibrant retelling of the classic tale celebrates the timeless themes of courage, family bonds and the power of love. Combining charm, suspense and fantasy in a beautifully...

Hansel & Gretel

Venue: Blackheath Halls

Website: www.blackheathhalls.com

With expressive music and staging, this vibrant retelling of the classic tale celebrates the timeless themes of courage, family bonds and the power of love. Combining charm, suspense and fantasy in a beautifully...

Hansel and Gretel

Venue: Blackheath Halls

Website: www.blackheathhalls.com

With expressive music and staging, this vibrant retelling of the classic tale celebrates the timeless themes of courage, family bonds and the power of love. Combining charm, suspense and fantasy in a beautifully...

CinderGorilla: The Musical

Venue: Deptford Lounge

Website: www.thealbany.org.uk

Cinder shall go to the ball and you are invited to join her and be a part of this unique event in which writer/performer/musician Gareth P Jones transforms his picture book into a musical extravaganza!...

CinderGorilla: The Musical

Venue: Deptford Lounge

Website: www.thealbany.org.uk

Cinder shall go to the ball and you are invited to join her and be a part of this unique event in which writer/performer/musician Gareth P Jones transforms his picture book into a musical extravaganza!...

Depot family tours

Venue: Museum Depot, Acton

Website: www.ltmuseum.co.uk

You will be taken around part of the Depot by one of the knowledgeable and engaging Learning Facilitators, discovering some favourite vehicles and the stories of the people behind them. Family tours are...

Half Term magic Makers Crafternoon: Suncatcher

Venue: The Fireworks Factory

Website: www.woolwich.works

Conjure up some midweek magic with a spellbinding suncatcher to attract the mystic and marvellous or make your own origami witches’ hat. Suitable for all ages. Free, donation recommended. 2pm, 2.30pm,...

Horrible Histories - Gorgeous Georgians & Vile Victorians

Venue: Rose Theatre

Website: www.rosetheatre.org

We all want to meet people from history! The trouble is everyone is dead! So it’s time to prepare for Horrible Histories live on stage with the acclaimed production of Gorgeous Georgians and Vile Victorians!...

Judith Kerr's Mog the Forgetful Cat

Venue: Southbank Centre

Website: www.southbankcentre.co.uk

Join Mog and the Thomas family as the tale of everyone’s favourite forgetful cat comes to the stage, with adventures and mishaps galore.Based on the bestselling Mog picture book series by Judith Kerr,...

Judith Kerr's Mog the Forgetful Cat

Venue: Southbank Centre

Website: www.southbankcentre.co.uk

Join Mog and the Thomas family as the tale of everyone’s favourite forgetful cat comes to the stage, with adventures and mishaps galore.Based on the bestselling Mog picture book series by Judith Kerr,...

Stage Combat Masterclass

Venue: Polka Theatre

Website: www.polkatheatre.com

Ever wanted to fight like a hero on stage? Inspired by Polka's production of Dweeb-A-Mania, this exciting stage combat workshop will give children the opportunity to learn the secrets behind safe, choreographed...

Bexley Village Library October Events

Venue: Bexley Village Library

Address: Bourne Road

Website: https://arena.yourlondonlibrary.net/web/bexley/community-libraries

Bexley Village Library invites you to their exciting October events with kids crafts 1-3pm on the 30th and a Halloween evening for adults and kids on 31st with ukulele band, poets, refreshments and a buffet....

Half Term magic Makers Crafternoon: Dreamcatcher

Venue: The Fireworks Factory

Website: www.woolwich.works

Make your own dreamcatcher or turn it into a spooky spider’s web to decorate your home this Halloween. Suitable for all ages. Free, donation recommended. 2pm, 2.30pm, 3pm, and 3.30pm.

Pumpkin Carving Workshop

Venue: The Fireworks Factory

Website: www.woolwich.works

Create the ultimate haunted house decoration for the spooky season. In this hands-on workshop, carve a pumpkin into an amazing design to give your own the perfect eerie ambience. Ages 3+, children must...

Telling Tales

Venue: Shakespeare's Globe

Website: www.shakespearesglobe.com

Join together for a spooky session in the beautiful Sam Wanamaker Playhouse with award-winning children’s author Piers Torday. Exploring themes perfect for both Halloween and cosy reading days, children...

Writing Tales

Venue: Shakespeare's Globe

Website: www.shakespearesglobe.com

Bring ideas to the page with author Shelina Janmohamed, explore the world around us, and how each of our lives and experiences make us all unique! Children and adults will work together to collect words,...

Boogies and Broomsticks: A Magical Monster Mash!

Venue: The Fireworks Factory

Website: www.woolwich.works

A Halloween party for little ghouls, goblins and groovers. Grab your wands, dust off your capes and slip on those dancing shoes for a spooktacular celebration like no other! Suitable for all ages. 10.20am....

FREE Online Halloween Drawing Workshop

Venue: Online

Website: https://royaldrawingschool.org

Join the Royal Drawing School this Halloween for a two-hour live online drawing session. Artist Elizabeth McCarten guides 10–18 year-olds in drawing skulls, symbolism and atmosphere to create hauntingly...

Macbeth Family Workshop

Venue: Shakespeare's Globe

Website: www.shakespearesglobe.com

Using a range of activities and games designed to draw out elements of the play’s language, characters and themes, the session will bring you together with other families to discover the gloriously spooky...

Putney's Pumpkin and Pyro Halloween

Venue: Putney Town Centre

Website: www.positivelyputney.co.uk

Trick or Treat Trail across the town centre, with scary, safe and friendly fun - collect goodies from participating businesses who will display a poster in their window. Go and choose the perfect pumpkin...

Sidcup Halloween Trail 2025

Venue: Sidcup Town Centre

Website: www.sidcuppartners.co.uk

Join the Halloween Trail and find the 13 pumpkins hidden in shop windows around Sidcup town centre. Collect your trail map from Sidcup Library or Sarto Lounge. 3.30-5pm. For more information visit the...

Wicked Wardrobe Workshop

Venue: Polka Theatre

Website: www.polkatheatre.com

Get ready for a spooktacular time at Polka in this arts and crafts-based workshop. Your child will create their own Halloween character by designing their own monster masks, creepy claws and haunted hats...

Battersea Park Fireworks

Venue: Battersea Park

Website: www.batterseaparkfireworks.com

An explosive weekend packed with dazzling fireworks, live performances, and plenty of family fun. Whether you're looking for a sparkling Saturday night or a family-friendly Sunday, this year’s event...

CoderDojo

Venue: Prince Philip Maritime Collections Centre, Learning Space

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....

Hickory Dickory Dock

Venue: Blackheath Halls

Website: www.blackheathhalls.com

In a marvellous museum of clocks is the wonderful Mouse Clock for all to see. One day the clock gets broken and a brave little mouse runs away…Enjoy this merry slapstick show, starring glove puppets,...

Hickory Dickory Dock

Venue: Blackheath Halls

Website: www.blackheathhalls.com

In a marvellous museum of clocks is the wonderful Mouse Clock for all to see. One day the clock gets broken and a brave little mouse runs away…Enjoy this merry slapstick show, starring glove puppets,...

Hickory Dickory Dock

Venue: Blackheath Halls

Website: www.blackheathhalls.com

In a marvellous museum of clocks is the wonderful Mouse Clock for all to see. One day the clock gets broken and a brave little mouse runs away…Enjoy this merry slapstick show, starring glove puppets,...

Halloween Disco Kids

Venue: The Albany

Website: www.thealbany.org.uk

A spook-tacular Halloween themed family disco for ages 3-8 years.DJ Brigitte Aphrodite will be bringing joyful, spooky, party vibes perfect for mini musos (and older musos too), featuring family-friendly...

Mark Thompson’s Spectacular Science Show

Venue: Blackheath Halls

Website: www.blackheathhalls.com

Designed for children and adults alike, Mark’s Spectacular Science Show explores the strange and magical properties of matter with exploding elephant’s toothpaste, vortex-generating dustbins and even...

Mark Thompson’s Spectacular Science Show

Venue: Blackheath Halls

Website: www.blackheathhalls.com

Designed for children and adults alike, Mark’s Spectacular Science Show explores the strange and magical properties of matter with exploding elephant’s toothpaste, vortex-generating dustbins and even...

Mark Thompson’s Spectacular Science Show

Venue: Blackheath Halls

Website: www.blackheathhalls.com

Designed for children and adults alike, Mark’s Spectacular Science Show explores the strange and magical properties of matter with exploding elephant’s toothpaste, vortex-generating dustbins and even...

Richmond Fireworks

Venue: Richmond Athletic Ground

Website: www.irvinleisure.co.uk

Enjoy a fantastic fireworks show for all ages. Gates will open at 4.30pm when the funfair and all the stalls will be open. The glittering fireworks display, choreographed to iconic tunes, begins at 7pm.

The Wrong Trousers: Wallace and Gromit with Live Brass Band

Venue: The Fireworks Factory

Website: www.woolwich.works

Enjoy the Academy Award-winning film with live musical score performed by the Fairey Band as Wallace and Gromit have a hilarious and suspenseful encounter with a mysterious penguin lodger. Suitable for...

Fireworks in the Park

Venue: Morden Park and Wimbledon Park

Website: www.seetickets.com

New name, even bigger and better fireworks shows. Expect two dazzling musical fireworks shows and entertainment at each venue. Plus, stop by our street food village and sample our mouth-watering selection...

Slava's Snow Show

Venue: Richmond Theatre

Website: www.atgtickets.com/shows/slavas-snow-show/richmond-theatre

The multi award-winning international sensation returns by popular demand. Enter Slava’s snowy world for a once in a life time, joyous, fun packed event culminating in a blizzard that puts you firmly...

Bexley Mum2MumMarket

Venue: Falconwood Community Centre

Website: www.mum2mummarket.co.uk/m2mmbexley.html

Bexley Mum2Mum Market nearly new sales organise pop up baby and children's markets in the London Borugh of Kingston where parents and can buy or sell preloved baby and kids' clothes toys and equipment....

Dulwich Firework Display 2025- Kids for a Quid

Venue: Dulwich Sports Club

Website: www.eventbrite.co.uk

This family orientated firework display is a key part of the community club's fundraising activities and is selling tickets in advance. The new layout means this event is safer than ever with more space...

Relaxed Sessions: Breakdancing with Rain Crew

Venue: Southbank Centre

Website: www.southbankcentre.co.uk

Take part in an inclusive and fun breakdancing session, designed to support everyone in moving, spinning, and learning new skills at their own pace. Relaxed Sessions are an adapted version for children...

Saturday Sessions: Breakdancing with Rain Crew

Venue: Southbank Centre

Website: www.southbankcentre.co.uk

Saturday Sessions are the perfect place to start the weekend. On a monthly basis you can enjoy a piece of art, make something new along with the artists and create with other children and their families...

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,...

The Paper Dolls

Venue: The Albany

Website: www.thealbany.org.uk

When a little girl cuts out a string of paper dolls she takes them by the hand and together they go on a fantastical adventure whirling through their home and garden.Based on the original book ‘The Paper...

The Paper Dolls

Venue: The Albany

Website: www.thealbany.org.uk

When a little girl cuts out a string of paper dolls she takes them by the hand and together they go on a fantastical adventure whirling through their home and garden.Based on the original book ‘The Paper...

The Smeds and The Smoos

Venue: Blackheath Halls

Website: www.blackheathhalls.com

On a far-off planet, Smeds and Smoos can’t be friends. So when a young Smed and Smoo fall in love and zoom off into space together, how will their families get them back? Music, laughs and interplanetary...

The Smeds and The Smoos

Venue: Blackheath Halls

Website: www.blackheathhalls.com

On a far-off planet, Smeds and Smoos can’t be friends. So when a young Smed and Smoo fall in love and zoom off into space together, how will their families get them back? Music, laughs and interplanetary...

The Smeds and The Smoos

Venue: Blackheath Halls

Website: www.blackheathhalls.com

On a far-off planet, Smeds and Smoos can’t be friends. So when a young Smed and Smoo fall in love and zoom off into space together, how will their families get them back? Music, laughs and interplanetary...

Top Secret – The Magic of Science

Venue: Greenwich Theatre

Website: www.greenwichtheatre.org.uk

Fusing the mystery of magic with wondrous and miraculous feats of science. Hang on to your seats and experience a non-stop action packed interactive magical science show with experiments and magic that...

Top Secret – The Magic of Science

Venue: Greenwich Theatre

Website: www.greenwichtheatre.org.uk

Fusing the mystery of magic with wondrous and miraculous feats of science. Hang on to your seats and experience a non-stop action packed interactive magical science show with experiments and magic that...

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...

Grandad Anansi

Venue: Polka Theatre

Website: www.polkatheatre.com

Join the intrepid characters as they step into the unexpected in this humorous and heartfelt inter-generational adventure. With captivating songs and joyous dancing, Grandad Anansi is an uplifting tale...

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?...

Mum2Mum Market

Venue: St Catherine of Siena Church Hall

Website: www.mum2mummarket.co.uk/m2mmkingston.html

Kingston Mum2Mum Market nearly new sales organise pop up baby and children's markets in the London Borugh of Kingston where parents and can buy or sell preloved baby and kids' clothes toys and equipment....

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...

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...

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,...

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...

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....

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...

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...

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...

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.

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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.

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...

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.

A Christmas Wish

Venue: The Fireworks Factory

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...