Meet, make, play as the ultimate festival of games returns to Dreamland this February half term! This year, they're celebrating 40 years of Space Invaders with a whole galaxy of space play featuring Super Smash Brothers Brawl Tournaments, retro arcade games, board games and more! There are even spots dedicated to VR Gameplay and Minecraft more »
Drop in for an action-packed day of talks, demonstrations and experiments that explore the intriguing world of communication. Family Fun Day activities are suitable for ages 6+ but all under-16's must be accompanied by an adult. Activities on the day will explore the wide ranging science behind human and animal communication. Have a go at more »
Explore the world of Peter Pan this February and March at the Museum of London Docklands! It's transforming into Neverland for two fun-filled weekends. A series of interactive events, film screenings and performances will take place throughout the weekends, providing a whole new generation with an introduction to J.M. Barrie’s characters. Professional character actors will more »
Following a really successful run in Paris, ‘DC Exhibition: Dawn of Super Heroes’ is now open at The O2 Arena in London! It's a one-of-a-kind exhibition that celebrates all things DC from the unique mythology to iconic Super Heroes and Super Villains such as Superman, Batman, Wonder Woman and The Joker. The exhibit features more more »
Whether you're a racer or a cruiser, getting back into a boat or just getting started, The RYA Dinghy Show has something for everyone. This unique show is the only show in the world dedicated exclusively to dinghies! It's taking place at Alexandra Palace in London on the 3rd and 4th March 2018 and to top it all, kids more »
Have you ever wanted to hear some incredible stories while boating around on the Thames taking in the amazing London skyline? Well now you can! MBNA Thames Clippers are putting on ‘Tales on the Thames’ throughout March in partnership with Walker Books. These stories telling sessions will be happening on the 9th, 16th and 23rd more »
If you're looking for some Easter fun that involves over 500 animals and your favourite TV characters then Twycross Zoo has got you covered. There's plenty of awesome stuff going on this Easter at Twycross Zoo. You can visit the animals, have fun on the Easter Trail and even meet your favourite characters from PJ more »
For the first time ever, Peter Rabbit is coming to Kew Gardens! The event, called 'A big day out with Peter Rabbit' starts on Good Friday and runs until Sunday, April 15th. Visitors can expect an exciting activity-packed day out with games, crafts and storytelling inspired by Beatrix Potter’s iconic tales. Spring will be well more »
Basically, you can get a load of great food and read a book at the same time - for April the kids book is ‘Railway Children’ and the adult book is ‘Frankenstein‘
Follow the adventures of two brothers and the night-time disappearance of a chocolate cake in this new musical adaptation! It's based on a poem by Michael Rosen called Chocolate Cake, which has just been published as a picture book. The show is from the same people as We’re Going on a Bear Hunt and How more »
Wicked has already been seen by almost 55 million people around the world and is one of the most celebrated and successful musicals of all time! Now you can see it at the Apollo Victoria Theatre in London, which is booking for all performances until Saturday 25 May 2019! Click here to book tickets! Wicked more »
The final days of one of the Tower of London’s most infamous prisoners, Anne Boleyn, is being brought to life in a brand new play! The performance is staged on the site of the lost Tudor Palace at the Tower, where Anne spent her last 17 days. It uses loads of factual information - including more »
Enter the home of 140 free-roaming Barbary macaques, living in an ancient Staffordshire woodland. Wander along the ¾ mile visitor path and watch the monkeys’ antics unfold in front of you. Listen to hourly feedings talks, visit The Jungle Shop and have a bite to eat in The Banana Café. There are also multiple play more »
Polka Theatre are hosting a new Techtopia Festival! It's running from 24 May until 3 June and includes a number of performances, workshops and installations spanning two weeks exploring the role of technology in modern childhood. The festival opens with Scanner’s Inc and House of Absolute’s Stardust, a special exploration of sound and dance. Other more »
MCM Comic Con is a fun filled day out for all the family and they've got so much for your little superhero to do when you’re at MCM London this May! Friday and Sunday are our quieter days so if you are bringing little ones, they're probably the best days to come. Kids go free to everyone more »
Open House Families is London’s brand new festival of architecture, design and engineering taking place this summer on the 9 and 10 June! It is being held across some of the city’s most iconic buildings! The charity behind Open House are launching the free family festival to inspire and excite the next generation of city-shapers! more »
Over 8.9 million people have seen Mamma Mia! on stage in London since it opened in 1999. Together the cast have played over 7,750 performances and has broken box office records in all three of its London homes! The show is now at the Novello Theatre with a whole new cast from June 11th. If you've more »
We’re Going on a Bear Hunt is coming back to the West End after more than ten years. This time it's returning to the Lyric Theatre, Shaftesbury Avenue from 4 July. Music, laughter, rhymes, rhythms and repetitions together with puppetry, paint, water and mud... not to mention a bear – we’re not scared! – make more »
Whitby is preparing to push the boat out for one our area’s most iconic figures by holding a weekend-long Captain Cook Festival. To mark 250 years since Captain James Cook set sail on his first voyage of discovery to the South Seas, a festival of celebrations will take place from July 6 to July 8! Giving a feel more »
British Summer Time is a huge festival that's held every year in Hyde Park in London! There's something there called Open House, which is packed with themed movie nights, live music, street food, tennis screenings, circuses, theatre, and more! Enjoy the long days and warm summer nights with 4 days of activities and free entry more »
Henley Festival has announced its Family Sunday this year and it's going to be a great day!
Come along to London’s Hot Air Balloon festival on 21st & 22nd July at Enfield Town Park! It's shaping up to be a summer weekend jam packed with street food from local traders, funfair rides, stunts and shows, fireworks and more! There's even a kid’s zone and, of course, a colourful array of hot air more »
If you haven't heard of the BeWILDerwood then we know you're going to absolutely love it! The BeWILDerwood is basically a huge wood with absolutely loads to see and do for all the family from boat rides to slides and more! The whole wood is based on the books by Tom Blofeld which feature Twiggles more »
Join Sooty, Sweep and Soo and Richard Cadell from the telly as they celebrate Sooty's 70th Birthday in fine style! With buckets of laughs and loads of audience participation, Sooty's 70th Birthday Party is a family show to delight Sooty fans old and new. It's taking place at North Pier Theatre in Blackpool and all proceeds more »
Sea Creatures is a brand new, interactive exhibition that takes you on a deep dive into the sea so you can learn more about the creatures that live there! The exhibit shows you not only what lies beneath the waves, but also beneath fur, skin and scales. From pregnant sharks to Leafy Seadragons; from the deep-dwelling more »
X barks the spot in the new tour PAW Patrol Live! “The Great Pirate Adventure!” It’s Pirate Day in Adventure Bay, and Mayor Goodway is getting ready for a big celebration! But first, Ryder and his team of pirate pups must rescue Cap’n Turbot from a mysterious cavern. When they do, they also discover a more »
Taking place at Printworks in South London, Monstrous is a one day festival experience for all ages. Expect a line-up jam packed with live performances, amazing experiences, exciting attractions and wonderful adventures – all resulting in a fantastic family day out! Click here to find out more! One of the UK’s biggest football clubs will more »
Wild Child is London’s newest children’s festival, created by mums and dads for the whole family! Wild Child brings together the very best in arts activities, workshops and performances by a wide range of companies, many founded by London mums and dads themselves! Click here to find out more! Whilst there you can visit the more »
Sea Creatures is a brand new, interactive exhibition that takes you on a deep dive into the sea so you can learn more about the creatures that live there! The exhibit shows you not only what lies beneath the waves, but also beneath fur, skin and scales. From pregnant sharks to Leafy Seadragons; from the deep-dwelling more »
Discover the world of ballet through creative, fun and sensory dance workshops for children and adults. Ballet Dots is a dance programme for under 5s, giving children and adults the chance to explore dance, music and the world of The Royal Ballet. No experience needed, just enthusiasm! Each session lasts about 45 minutes; there is more »
Kidtropolis is one of the coolest events on the calendar and it’s back for its third year! If you’ve never been before, it’s basically an epic event packed full of live shows, cool characters, exciting entertainment and amazing activities. Click here to book tickets! It’s at the London ExCeL on the 20th to 22nd October 2018 making more »
Students from across the UK and from every school type are taking part in the world’s largest drama festival! It's run by award-winning cultural education charity Shakespeare Schools Foundation. They've got nearly 900 schools across the country to perform as part of a special annual Festival. It involves people like you performing Shakespeare plays on real more »
The Moomin family was hibernating in the drawing room as they were wont to do. They had been sleeping for a few months already and were going to keep it up until spring… Now all at once a cold draught disturbed Moomintroll's dreams. And someone was pulling at his quilt and shouting that he was more »
Twinkling with festive spirit, The Snowman returns for a record-breaking 21st year at The Peacock Theatre in London! It's based upon the book by Raymond Briggs and the film from Dianne Jackson and John Coates. They've transported a generation of children and their families into the wintery world of a boy and his magical snowman, more »
Here's a freezin' to be cheerful... Regular writers Sarah A Nixon and Mark Chatterton unite with musical director Greg Last to bring the usual music and mayhem to this chilly tale. Click here to get tickets! The notorious dame Francis Tucker and master of mischief Adam Keast will bring audiences to their feet to dance, more »
If you're totally Marvel obsessed, you're in luck! Marvel’s Avengers Station opens in London at ExCel London on 29th November 2018. It's basically a huge multi-room experience where you get the opportunity to delve into the super-workings and back-story of each of The Avengers as they train to become an agent of the Station! Station more »
This Christmas why not pull on your wellies, button up your coats, wrap up warm and head to Warwick Castle. This year they're having Santa Sleepovers where you get to stay in the Castle grounds and join in with loads of amazing Christmas activities that the whole family will love! Click here to get your tickets more »
Jack and his mother are so poor that they have to sell their cow Daisy. After a magical encounter Jack has some beans, but no cow and no money! A beansprout in the back garden will take Jack and his mother to a world they have never dared to imagine. Will they get their beloved more »
Santa's Naughty Elf is celebrating 10 years of calamity in this year's pantomime for under sevens and their families at The Customs House. Wayne Miller, who writes and directs the show and stars as Elfluent, will have all sorts of mayhem in mind as he is joined by new faces for the celebrations. Click here more »
There's nothing more fun then a party at Christmas, and this year Big Fish Little Fish are throwing an amazing 'Winter Wonderland' party to get everyone in the festive mood! The party will have loads of amazing electronic music for everyone to dance to. Get tickets here! Kids will have a great time dancing to more »