Family-Friendly Events in London

London Eye Fast Track Flexi

Thu, 23 Apr 2026

The Riverside Rooms

Family

London Eye Fast Track Flexi at Riverside Rooms offers speedy, family-friendly access to the Thames landmark, with comfy queues, skyline views, and a dash of magical wonder for all ages.

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.

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.

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.

National Garden Scheme Late at the Garden Museum

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 · All day

Garden Museum

Festival

A late-evening celebration at the Garden Museum exploring Britain's gardens and gardening heritage. Discover garden-history displays, hear short talks, and enjoy garden-themed exhibits as part of the National Garden Scheme, in a relaxed London riverside setting.

Disney's The Lion King

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 at 20:30

The Lyceum Theatre

Disney's The Lion King at The Lyceum Theatre in London is a spectacular musical, delivering iconic visuals and performances to the West End stage.

Puppy Training School SW1 Five-Week Course - Saturdays 11.15am from April 25th

Sat, 25 Apr 2026

Ranelagh Grove

Workshop

Five-week in-person puppy training course for puppies 9-20 weeks, starting Saturday, April 25 at 11:15 am. Bond with your pup, socialise with others, and learn basic obedience in a friendly, small-group setting at Ranelagh Grove, London. Limited spaces—reserve your spot for practical puppy skills.

Last Unicorn Airways

Sat, 25 Apr 2026

The Albany

Family

The Albany presents Last Unicorn Airways, a spellbinding sensory-immersive journey around the world for families. This enchanting show blends live performance with immersive environments and magical storytelling, inviting kids and adults to voyage 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.

Drop-in Pop-up Performance: Music Memories

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 at 11:00

Victoria and Albert Museum

Theater

A free, family-friendly drop-in pop-up performance titled 'Music Memories' at the Victoria and Albert Museum in London's South Kensington. Experience casual, interactive live music with no ticket required, starting Saturday 25 April 2026 at 10:00.

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.

Go East Vintage Flea Weekender at Hackney Depot

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 · All day

Hackney Depot 5 Sheep Lane

Market

Go East Vintage Flea Weekender returns to Hackney Depot, inviting 40+ vintage sellers offering fashion, jewellery, homeware, furniture, and lighting. Open 10am-5pm with £2 entry; dog-friendly and under-16s free. A retro shopping highlight in a historic East London venue.

PORTALS: Worlds Made to Explore

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 · All day

Victoria and Albert Museum

Art

PORTALS: Worlds Made to Explore is a free two-day digital showcase at the V&A South Kensington (Apr 25–26, 2026). This immersive experience blends art, design and technology, inviting visitors to step into alternate realms and explore new worlds inside the museum.

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.

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.

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.

Safe Harbour

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 at 11:00

National Maritime Museum

Family

Safe Harbour at the National Maritime Museum in London offers free family workshops designed to help foster and adoptive families connect, learn, and have fun together in a welcoming setting. Sessions provide hands-on activities and space to share experiences.

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.

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.

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.

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