IWA Canalway Cavalcade 2026
Free, family-friendly canal-side festival in Little Venice celebrating London's nautical communities. The 42nd IWA Canalway Cavalcade along the Grand Union Canal features boat displays, stalls, and activities, drawing locals and visitors to a festive bank-holiday weekend by the water.
Go East Vintage Flea at Wapping Power Station
Go East Vintage hosts a weekend flea at Wapping Power Station, boasting 70+ traders with vintage fashion, furniture, décor and collectibles. Open 10am-5pm on both days, the event blends treasure-hunting with sustainable shopping inside London's iconic industrial venue.
Discover Sundays
Join Discover Sundays at the National Maritime Museum in London, where a different artist each week guides families through the collection with hands-on creative activities inspired by maritime objects. Explore galleries and make keepsakes as you engage with art, history, and the sea.
Character Encounters
Step aboard the Cutty Sark in London for a family-friendly morning of character encounters with Captain Woodget, shipwright Jock Willis, the figurehead Nannie, and the ship’s cook James Robson. An interactive, storytelling glimpse into naval life aboard this historic ship, ideal for curious kids and parents alike.
Chatterbooks Children's Reading Group
A monthly reading group for children aged 8–12 at Dalston CLR Library. Come along to chat about books, share opinions, and discover your next favourite read with fellow young readers. Last Wednesday of the month from 4pm to 5pm.
Chess Club
Weekly Chess Club at Dalston CLR Library for ages 7+. Open to all skill levels with no booking required. Join Sundays 2-3pm for a friendly, family-friendly session that boosts strategic thinking and logic in a welcoming library setting.
Children’s Garden Trail
Explore the Orozco Garden with a free self-guided garden worksheet at South London Gallery. This family-friendly outdoor activity runs all weekend (12–6pm), inviting children and families to have fun, be creative, and discover London's green spaces together.
CrickleKids
CrickleKids is a book-themed craft and art workshop for children aged 4-7 at Cricklewood Library. Funded by Lottery and Beacon Lodge, this hands-on session blends storytelling with crafts to help kids discover a love of reading.
Highbury Fields Junior Parkrun
Join a free, friendly weekly 2k junior Parkrun for ages 4–14 at Highbury Fields. This community event invites kids to register before their first run for a fun, outdoorsy Sunday morning in London.
Lego Club
Drop-in LEGO Club at Bexley Libraries for kids and families to build their own LEGO models. Free to join, but spaces are limited on a first-come, first-served basis. Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult.
Mini Farmers Club
Join Mini Farmers Club every Saturday morning at Hackney City Farm for kids aged 8-12. Hands-on nature activities, art and crafts, and close encounters with farm animals in a friendly, family-friendly setting.
Shipkeeping Wednesdays
Learn how Cutty Sark is kept shipshape as a team of shipkeepers explains their daily preservation work and demonstrates maintenance tasks. A hands-on, family-friendly look at maritime preservation aboard the historic ship in Greenwich.
The National Gallery Free Creative Space
The National Gallery invites visitors of all ages to a free, drop-in Creative Space. Explore art hands-on with drawing, painting and building activities in accessible gallery spaces—no booking required—creating playful, family-friendly moments in a world-class setting.
Woolwich Works Games Night
Join Woolwich Works for Games Night in the Café Bar, featuring classic board games like Cluedo, Ludo, Scrabble, Uno and more. A casual, family-friendly evening in London’s Woolwich Works—bring the family for a social, tabletop night.
Sunday Sessions: Botanical Collage Exhibition
Discover botanical collage artistry at the Garden Museum in a free Sunday Sessions exhibition. This hands-on workshop and gallery viewing blends nature-inspired art in a charming indoor setting.
The Chelsea Town Hall Vintage Furniture & Flea Market
Explore a retro-inspired flea market at The Chelsea Town Hall featuring vintage furniture, decor, and curios. Browse curated stalls for mid-century pieces, lighting, and collectibles in a grand London venue, with a laid-back, social shopping vibe.
Get ahead with Kumon
Visit Kumon study centres across West London to learn how Kumon Connect supports confident, independent learning for children of any age. Instructors explain how regular, structured practice helps build reading and math skills and nurtures lifelong learners.
Let's boost Social and Emotional Learning
Online family-friendly session titled 'Let's boost Social and Emotional Learning' for parents and carers, exploring how to model positive behaviour and encourage open communication to support children's social and emotional growth. Practical tips help foster resilient, empathetic kids.
Outdoor play at Devonshire Day Nursery
Family-friendly outdoor play at Devonshire Day Nursery in Chiswick. Explore seasonal nature activities and early learning opportunities at Bennett St, with the setting described as Ofsted Outstanding. Open for families on May 4, 2026, from 10:00.
Tuesday Tots There’s Broccoli in My Ice Cream Storytelling
Join Tuesday Tots at Garden Museum for a kid-friendly storytelling workshop designed for toddlers and their grown-ups. This playful session brings a zany ice-cream tale to life with interactive stories in a cozy indoor space, inviting imagination and shared stories in a welcoming family setting.
Dulwich Festival at Dulwich Picture Gallery
Join the Dulwich Festival at the iconic Dulwich Picture Gallery for a celebration of culture with a diverse lineup of activities. Expect art talks, performances, workshops, and family-friendly experiences inside the gallery’s historic spaces as part of a vibrant, community-focused weekend.
Hyde Park Vintage Furniture & Flea Market
Browse Hyde Park's Retro Bazaar at the Vintage Furniture & Flea Market, a bustling London market of vintage furniture, antiques, and retro finds. Explore dealer stalls, snag bargain decor, and soak in a lively outdoor bazaar atmosphere just steps from Hyde Park.
Crafty Fox Spring Market at The British Library
Explore the Crafty Fox Spring Market at The British Library on May 9–10, a weekend of independent makers featuring handmade jewellery, ceramics, art prints, sustainable fashion, homewares and unique gifts in a striking library setting.
Big Fun Walk
Join North London Hospice for the 30th Big Fun Walk, a family-friendly charity stroll beginning at Cherry Tree Wood, Finchley. Choose the 5-mile Little Fun Walk ending at Primrose Hill, or join the full walk through London’s parks for a great cause.
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