Events for Kids in London

Children in art

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 · All day

The National Gallery

Art

Experience Children in Art at MATERIAL Gallery, London, a family-friendly tour through contemporary works as part of the House Members Exhibition, with special access for Members, Friends, and All Members.

Tales from Acorn Wood

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 at 11:00

Bloomsbury

Family

Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler's Tales from Acorn Wood comes to life on stage at Bloomsbury Theatre and Studio, a family-friendly show featuring lift-the-flap storytelling, toe-tapping songs, and puppetry. A charming woodland adventure designed for young audiences and their grown-ups.

Chamber Tots: Enchanted Worlds

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 at 11:15

Wigmore Hall, W1U

Music

A family-friendly Chamber Tots concert at Wigmore Hall, presenting intimate classical miniatures and storytelling for young listeners. Enchanted Worlds invites kids and parents to experience magical melodies in a kid-focused, intimate concert setting.

Sea Life London Deluxe Entry

Fri, 24 Apr 2026

SEA LIFE London Aquarium

Family

Embark on a premier family adventure at SEA LIFE London Aquarium, wandering through themed habitat zones—from sparkling reefs to frosty tunnels—and with Deluxe Entry you unlock closer encounters, interactive tanks, and shimmering, chilly thrills.

St Augustine's Priory School Open Day

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 at 11:00

St Augustine's Priory School

Family

St Augustine's Priory in London hosts an Open Day for ages 2–18, inviting families to tour the facilities, meet staff, and discover the school's independent Catholic education and strong A‑Level track.

Rollercoaster by Wes Peden

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 at 11:00

Pentland Theatre

Family

Rollercoaster by Wes Peden is a family-friendly performance at Pentland Theatre in London. Surrounded by a large inflatable blue structure and pulsed by electro-beats, the show promises adrenaline-fueled, corkscrew-inspired acrobatics from Wes Peden, crafted for kids and parents to enjoy together.

Mary Poppins

Sat, 25 Apr 2026

The Garden Cinema

Film

Step into a magical screening of Mary Poppins at The Garden Cinema in London, where plush velvet seats, sunlit glass, and classic songs swirl with chimney-sweep whimsy for a warm, family-friendly night.

Lee Valley Velo Park Run Day

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 at 10:30

London, Greater London

Sports

Join a day of running at Lee Valley Velo Park in London with options from half marathon to 5k plus a junior race. A fast, family-friendly course at an iconic venue suited to all ages and abilities, with medals for finishers and a festive race atmosphere.

Family Day: 3D Flower Making inspired by Althea McNish

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 at 11:00

William Morris Gallery

Family

Join a relaxed, neurodiversity-friendly family workshop at the William Morris Gallery. Create 3D flower designs inspired by Althea McNish with artists from the Neurodiversity in Architecture Network. A welcoming, creative session designed for families and kids.

Book Reading and Draw-along with Lauren Child: Moonsquirters and Greendrops

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 at 11:00

Young V&A

Literature

Join Lauren Child for a family-friendly book reading and draw-along of Moonsquirters and Greendrops at Young V&A. The interactive session blends storytelling with live drawing, suitable for children and their grown-ups. Tickets are £5; an intimate, artsy London event in a museum setting.

Little green fingers (ages 8+)

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 at 11:00

Fulham Palace House and Garden

Family

Archaeologists use maps to track how sites change over time. In this family-friendly session at Fulham Palace, you’ll study historical maps to see how the palace developed and then create your own map-based activity.

This talk will make you a scientist

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 at 11:00

Royal Institution

Family

An interactive family science talk at The Royal Institution in London. Kids join hands-on experiments and demonstrations that spark curiosity and creativity. Special demonstrations bring science to life in an inviting atmosphere, inspiring young minds to ask questions and explore the world around them.

Michael Rosen

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 at 11:00

Alexandra Palace

Family

Celebrated children's author and poet Michael Rosen marks his 80th birthday with readings from his beloved poetry and stories at Alexandra Palace. Expect lively storytelling and family-friendly entertainment in a festive, literary celebration at London's historic venue.

Onjali Q. Raúf: The Boy At the Back of the Class

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 at 11:00

Alexandra Palace

Family

Author Onjali Q. Raúf discusses The Boy at the Back of the Class with a live session for young readers at Alexandra Palace. The interactive talk aims to spark empathy and action, inviting families to engage with stories about kindness, resilience, and social issues.

Teach Rex! – T-REX Show

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 at 11:00

Blackheath Halls

Family

Teach Rex brings life-like dinosaurs to the stage in an action-packed show that teaches children about anatomy and the lives of iconic creatures. A fun, educational family experience at Blackheath Halls in London that sparks curiosity and adventure for young dinosaur fans.

Saturday Morning Picture Club: Chicken Run

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 at 20:00

Rio Cinema

Film

Kids and families can kick off with crafts at 10:15 am and settle in for Chicken Run at 11:00 am at Rio Cinema's Saturday Morning Picture Club, a fun, family-friendly screening in a historic venue.

North London Book Festival

Sun, 26 Apr 2026 at 11:00

Alexandra Palace

Family

Family-friendly book festival at Alexandra Palace in North London offering storytelling, a poetry-writing session with Simon Mole, and dress-up activities for kids. A day of reading and imagination for young book lovers and their families, set in a welcoming venue with vibrant activities.

A Goofy Movie

Sun, 26 Apr 2026 at 13:00

Prince Charles Cinema

Film

A Goofy Movie screens at Prince Charles Cinema in London: Kevin Lima's endearing 78-minute family favorite, a road-trip romp where Goofy and Max stumble into misadventure and heart.

Beats & Braai - Freedom Day Celebration

Sun, 26 Apr 2026 at 14:00

Vauxhall Food & Beer Garden

Music

Beats & Braai brings a Freedom Day celebration to The Garden Vauxhall with sizzling braai bites and live music in a lively outdoor London venue. The family-friendly event offers a casual, social atmosphere perfect for a sunny afternoon in the city.

Tuesday Tots Hello Summer Storytelling

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 at 11:00

Garden Museum

Family

Join a morning storytelling workshop for toddlers at the Garden Museum. Tuesday Tots Hello Summer Storytelling invites little ones and their families to enjoy interactive tales, seasonal activities, and a playful, family-friendly experience in a charming museum garden setting. Free.

Scooby-Doo

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 at 18:45

Prince Charles Cinema

Film

Scooby-Doo brings the Mystery Inc. gang to life at Prince Charles Cinema in London—Raja Gosnell’s 2002 86-minute horror-tinged caper unfolds on the big screen, as a tropical island resort conceals eerie goings-on.

Home Ed Day: The Jolly Postman Show

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 at 11:00

The Postal Museum

Family

A family-friendly day at The Postal Museum in London featuring The Jolly Postman Show, plus a Mail Rail Ride and drop-in activities inspired by the beloved children's book. Tickets include a show timeslot and entry to interactive activities for kids and their grown-ups.

The Flying Bath

Sat, 2 May 2026 at 11:00

Little Angel Theatre

Theater

A charming puppet show for ages 2-5 at Little Angel Theatre, The Flying Bath runs May 2–July 12. A playful, family-friendly performance with imaginative puppetry and gentle storytelling in a cozy London venue.

Mathmagics! (family)

Sat, 2 May 2026 at 15:15

Royal Institution

Family

Join a family-friendly science event at the Royal Institution for Mathmagics!, a playful math-and-science program inspired by Christmas Lectures. Kids and adults explore curious ideas through demonstrations and hands-on activities in a welcoming, educational setting.

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