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10 Feb → 1 JanConcrete and Clay: Archiving the Barbican
This free installation invites visitors to orient themselves in the buildings and their complex, fascinating histories in an exciting new display at the heart of the Barbican’s Foyers.
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10 Feb → 23 JanMastercard Preferred Ticket: In Other Worlds + Lunch
Mastercard priceless.com ticket holders are invited to step into the future, at the Barbican's new immersive exhibition.
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16 Apr → 20 Sep
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1 May → 30 Sep
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9 May → 31 JanHenry Moore: Monumental Nature
Discover towering sculptures and smaller-scale artworks by Henry Moore, one of Britain’s most renowned artists, in what is the largest ever presentation of outdoor artworks by Moore at Kew Gardens, Richmond, London.
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9 May → 31 Jan
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14 May → 31 MayLondon Symphony Orchestra/Sir Simon Rattle
Sir Simon Rattle conducts four powerful moments from the final chapter of Wagner's epic Ring cycle, alongside his Siegfried Idyll.
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19 May → 11 OctGreg Doran: Venus & Adonis
Simon Russell Beale returns to our stage to narrate Greg Doran's celebrated production of Shakespeare's great poem, brought to life by a team of world-class puppeteers.
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20 May → 10 Oct
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1 Jun → 31 DecZSL's Blue Plaque Trail
As part of our 200th anniversary celebrations, London Zoo will unveil a unique heritage trail in June that brings two centuries of remarkable stories to life.
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2 Jun → 4 Oct
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7 Jun → 8 AprLondon Symphony Orchestra: LSO on Film – Blockbusters
Spectacular cinematic scores from some of the biggest and most celebrated movies of all time – all originally recorded by the London Symphony Orchestra.
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10 Jun → 14 AprLondon Symphony Orchestra: Half Six Fix – Enigma Variations
Kick-start your evening with a 60-minute Half Six Fix concert, showcasing Elgar’s iconic Enigma Variations . Introduced by the performers, with screens in the hall to bring you closer to the action.
🚇 22 min Classical music -
11 Jun → 20 AprLondon Symphony Orchestra/Sir Antonio Pappano
Sir Antonio Pappano and the LSO journey from darkness to light in Mahler's rapturous Fifth Symphony, alongside Elgar's Enigma Variations.
🚇 26 min Classical music -
30 Jun → 29 Nov
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1 Jul → 31 MayLondon Symphony Orchestra/Sir Antonio Pappano
Wagner plunges the depths and rises to ecstatic heights in one of the greatest and most intense of operatic love stories.
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4 Jul → 3 Oct
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14 Jul → 7 Oct
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18 Jul → 21 NovPat Metheny: Side-Eye III+
The acclaimed jazz musician returns to the Hall with the latest evolution of his celebrated project, Side-Eye III+.
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30 Jul → 15 MayDeath Note: The Musical
Based on the iconic Japanese manga phenomenon, this ★★★★★, ' exhilarating ' ( The Stage ) new musical is on 'a whole other level' ( The Guardian ).
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1 Aug → 5 Dec
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14 Aug → 24 Sep
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14 Aug → 20 Sep
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27 Aug → 31 OctBackstage Tours
Step behind the scenes and see the Barbican Theatre from a new perspective on our 60-minute Backstage Tour.
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28 Aug → 22 SepBitter Christmas
Pedro Almodóvar is back with his unique brand of storytelling, setting the stage for the tale of a filmmaker who is a little too heavily inspired by the real lives of those around him.
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29 Aug → 20 OctAll Kaiju Attack!: Godzilla, Mothra and King Ghidorah
Some of Toho’s greatest kaiju battle in one of the very best Godzilla films, referencing Japan’s wartime history and embracing a darker tone to brilliant effect.
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29 Aug → 20 OctAll Kaiju Attack!: Godzilla 2000: Millennium
The Millennium Era of Godzilla movies began with this sci-fi spectacular, with the iconic kaiju combatting a new foe - an ancient, extraterrestrial UFO.
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29 Aug → 20 OctAll Kaiju Attack!: King Kong vs. Godzilla + Intro [DUBBED]
Ishirō Honda ’s movie, featuring the thundering showdown of cinema’s two greatest monsters, remains the most successful Godzilla film of all time.
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4 Sep → 20 Sep
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5 Sep → 17 JunLisa Robertson: Cànan nan Eun
LSO Jerwood Composer+ Member Lisa Robertson presents an evening of world-class contemporary chamber music at LSO St Luke's exploring birdsong and the ecological threat to our aerial neighbours.
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5 Sep → 23 Mar
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7 Sep → 28 Sep
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8 Sep → 31 Oct
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9 Sep → 3 Oct
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9 Sep → 20 OctOur Eyes Looking for God
A groundbreaking opera exploring Black British experiences, telling an urgent national story of state violence through joy, love, laughter and pain.
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10 Sep → 11 Jul
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11 Sep → 10 Oct
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11 Sep → 24 SepEverybody Digs Bill Evans
This award-winning biographical drama follows the famous jazz pianist and composer Bill Evans ( Anders Danielsen Lie ) through grief, love, genius and the call to music.
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12 Sep → 27 SepVisit the Conservatory
Visit the second biggest Conservatory in London and explore our hidden tropical oasis.
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15 Sep → 29 SepKino Bloc: Becoming + ScreenTalk with Zhannat Alshano
Left alone in a hotel room with her younger sister, 17-year-old Mila ( Tamiris Zhangazinova ) joins an open-water swimming team led by an enigmatic coach.
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15 Sep → 30 SepKino Bloc: Fantasy
Mihrije, Sina and Jasna are three friends in their early 20s living in Slovenia. Refusing to conform to the conservative system they live in, their world changes when they meet a woman named Fantasy.
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16 Sep → 20 OctAn Anatomy of Melancholy
Haunting visuals, bittersweet music and the voice combine in this intimate theatrical meditation on the consolations of sorrow inspired by Robert Burton’s 17th-century study of melancholia.
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17 Sep → 31 Oct
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18 Sep → 20 Sep
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18 Sep → 21 Sep
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18 Sep → 27 Sep
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18 Sep → 30 Sep
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18 Sep → 18 Oct
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18 Sep → 30 Oct
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18 Sep → 8 Nov
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18 Sep → 18 Dec
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18 Sep → 18 Dec
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18 Sep → 24 SepWhisper of the Heart [SUBTITLED]
Two kids and a magical cat embark on a journey of self-discovery, in this coming-of-age fantasy masterpiece from legendary Studio Ghibli.
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18 Sep → 24 SepQueen at Sea
This English drama explores the harrowing reality of autonomy and independence in the face of dementia, with Juliette Binoche and Anna Calder-Marshall .
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19 Sep
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19 Sep
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19 SepStorytelling with Trish Cooke
Discover Children's Story Centre
Join children’s author and playwright, Trish Cooke for a story time featuring her interactive books Catch! Zoom! and So Much.
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19 Sep
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19 Sep
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19 Sep
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19 Sep
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19 SepSwim Serpentine 2026
Swim Serpentine is a swimming event that takes place in the world-famous Serpentine Lake in Hyde Park, with four distance options to choose from.
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19 SepSt. John x 40 Ft Party
Every year, 40ft Brewery and Michelin-starred nose-to-tail restaurant St. John team up to create new and exciting brews. This year, they’ve concocted two new bespoke pours, one lager and one British-inspired pale ale. The St. John kitchen t…
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19 Sep → 20 Sep
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19 Sep → 10 OctHoly Fool
One wrong note. One fatal mistake. Under Stalin’s rule, Shostakovich must compromise to survive - and risk everything to tell the truth in his music.
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19 Sep → 7 NovThe Pied Piper: A Rat's Tale
You think know the story of the Pied Piper of Hamelin ?— But do you? Meet Horatio, the brave little rat behind the legend! With puppetry, storytelling and original music, The Pied Piper: A Rat’s Tale is a funny and imaginative family show t…
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19 Sep → 21 Nov
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19 Sep → 22 NovPip and Posy Live on Stage
Inspired by the BAFTA nominated animated series from Magic Light Pictures and based on the picture books by multi-award-winning illustrator Axel Scheffler (The Gruffalo) this exciting new live stage show celebrates the power of imagination,…
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19 SepFamily Film Club: Hola Frida + Pre-film Drawing Demo
A gorgeous animated story of feminist icon and inspiring artist, Frida Kahlo's childhood in Coyoacan, Mexico.
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19 SepParent & Baby Screening: Oasis: Don't Look Back in Anger
Experience the meteoric rise of Oasis through rare footage and untold stories as the band reunites for Oasis Live '25 , chronicling their journey from Manchester streets to global rock stardom.
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19 Sep → 20 SepWhisper of the Heart [DUBBED]
Two kids and a magical cat embark on a journey of self-discovery, in this coming-of-age fantasy masterpiece from legendary Studio Ghibli.
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19 Sep
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19 SepMorton Feldman: Unsettled Memory
Join acclaimed pianist Eliza McCarthy, Apartment House and friends for an intimate evening exploring Morton Feldman's hypnotic soundscapes, where time softens and memory shifts.
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20 Sep
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20 Sep
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20 Sep
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20 SepComedy Club 4 Kids
Since 2005, the Comedy Club 4 Kids has been getting the best stand-ups, sketch acts and cabaret stars from the international circuit to do their thing for an audience of children (aged 6+) and their families… but without the rude bits!
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20 SepRun Wild at London Zoo
Get ready for the very first Run Wild at London Zoo – a brand-new family fun run where every step helps protect endangered wildlife.
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20 Sep
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20 Sep
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20 Sep
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until 20 SepWaldmüller: Landscapes
The National Gallery presents the first ever UK exhibition of paintings by Ferdinand Georg Waldmüller
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20 SepDon’t Squish a Slug with Yussef Rafik
Discover Children's Story Centre
Join Yussef Rafik for an interactive mini-beast show as he takes you through the superpowers of all the bugs featured in his children’s book Don’t Squish A Slug.
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20 SepAn Audience with Martin Freeman and Romesh Ranganathan
Two of Britain’s most recognisable and entertaining performers, Romesh Ranganathan and Martin Freeman, come together for a very special evening of conversation at Park Theatre.
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20 SepBrick Lane Curry Festival
Last year, after a nine-year-long hiatus, the magnificent Brick Lane Curry Festival made a welcome return. And, saving us from another near-decade of waiting, it’s back again for 2026. E1’s curry houses will come together for this free fest…
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20 SepMembers' Screening: Everybody Digs Bill Evans
This award-winning biographical drama follows the famous jazz pianist and composer Bill Evans ( Anders Danielsen Lie ) through grief, love, genius and the call to music.
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21 Sep
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21 SepMarionette Carving Course (21-25 September)
Unleash your creativity and master the ancient art of Marionette Making with award-winning puppet designer Ash Appadu. Join our immersive course to learn the intricate techniques of crafting carved wooden puppets that come to life on string…
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21 SepParent & Baby Screening: Everybody Digs Bill Evans
This award-winning biographical drama follows the famous jazz pianist and composer Bill Evans ( Anders Danielsen Lie ) through grief, love, genius and the call to music.
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21 SepFKA twigs – Body High live at Adidas Arena + Q&A
In this concert film, FKA twigs brings her visionary spectacle to Paris for a genre-defying show as part of her Body High tour.
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22 Sep
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22 Sep
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until 22 SepMonet and Renoir: Painting Side by Side
See the reunion of two of Impressionism's most celebrated paintings
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22 SepJodie Mitchell: Finds Their Father (But Only to Get an Irish Passport) [Work in Progress]
Award-winning comedian Jodie Mitchell is on a mission to find their biological father, but ONLY to get an Irish Passport. Join them on a quest to track down a man they have almost no information on and very little interest in knowing more a…
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23 Sep
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23 Sep
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23 Sep
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23 Sep
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24 Sep
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24 Sep
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24 Sep
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24 SepHelen Bauer: Working and God Willing Progressing (WIP)
It is time to work up a brand-new hour of stand up! And sure it’s just ideas right now but how do you write about love until you have had it!? Well easy just pretend. LIKE ALL OF YOU DO. Right!? RIGHT!? I don’t know. See you there. As seen …
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24 Sep
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25 Sep
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25 SepShostakovich in Seven Parts
A 45-minute journey through Shostakovich’s extraordinary string quartets.
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25 Sep
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25 Sep
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25 Sep
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25 Sep
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25 Sep
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25 Sep
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26 SepLara Ricote: Inkling
Melbourne International Comedy Festival Most Outstanding Show Nominee 2026. INKLING is a show about How to Salute to the Mystery of Being Alive (ok?). Might that be of intrigue?… To you? Big kisses to you and yours. Love, Lara. PS I am tryi…
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26 SepOlga Koch: Fat Tom Cruise.
Olga Koch has one good story. Only it's not really her story. Do you wanna hear it? In Fat Tom Cruise, see the Melbourne and Edinburgh Comedy Award-nominated star comb through recent history in an immersive and genre-defying new show.
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until 26 Sep
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26 SepThreads of Colour: Natural dyeing with Mariana Leyva
Taking inspiration from our Dye Garden, this immersive natural dyeing workshop invites…
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26 Sep
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26 SepThe Green Child with Hollie Hughes
Discover Children's Story Centre
Join author Hollie Hughes for a reading of her new book and craft activity. The Green Child is a magical and timeless tale celebrating the cycle of the seasons, a reminder to slow down, respect and live in harmony with our planet.
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until 26 SepOpen House Festival
Festivals
Ever wanted to have a nosy around some of London’s coolest private buildings? Open House London gives guests free access to architectural wonders that are not normally open to the public – from schools and offices to places of worship. It’s…
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until 27 SepJames McNeill Whistler
Experience the captivating world of rule-breaking American artist James McNeill Whistler
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27 Sep
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until 27 Sep
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27 Sep
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28 SepLittle People, BIG DREAMS trail and dress-up
Discover Children's Story Centre
* Free with your Entry ticket.
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29 Sep
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29 Sep → 27 Oct
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30 Sep
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30 SepBull
Sharp, darkly funny and deeply uncomfortable, Bull lays bare the human cost of a working culture shaped by competition, hierarchy and silence. How far will people go to protect themselves?
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until 30 SepTotally Thames Festival
Festivals
Every year, London’s famous river gets a whole festival of art installations, performances, and talks devoted to her watery charms, many of which are free to check out. This year’s Totally Thames Festival has scores of events throughout Sep…
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1 Oct
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1 Oct
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1 Oct
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1 Oct
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1 Oct → 4 Oct
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1 Oct → 31 Jan
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2 Oct
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2 Oct → 1 NovWinnie-the-Pooh at London Zoo
Perfect for families, book lovers, and Pooh fans of all ages, this Winnie-the-Pooh trail is a chance to walk through literary history, celebrate two remarkable anniversaries, and enjoy a gentle adventure filled with friendship and imaginati…
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3 Oct
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3 Oct
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3 Oct
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3 OctWorld Teachers’ Day
We’re inviting teachers to a discover everything we have to offer through London Zoo’s Learning programmes, with free entry on Saturday 3 October 2026.
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3 Oct → 4 Oct
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3 Oct → 24 OctFamily Workshops - Pied Piper: A Rat's Tale
Scurry along to this Family Workshop inspired by our show "Pied Piper: A Rat's Tale." Children and their accompanying adults will work side by side to create their very own version of a cheeky rat puppet! Once we have created our puppets, y…
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3 Oct
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4 Oct
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4 Oct
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4 Oct
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6 Oct
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7 Oct
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until 7 OctHerbert Smith Freehills Kramer Portrait Award 2026
Since its inaugural edition in 1980, this long-standing portaiture competition has attracted more than 40,000 entries from over 100 countries and has been seen by more than six million people. The highly competitive award showcases the best…
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8 Oct
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8 Oct
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8 Oct → 7 Nov
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8 Oct → 14 FebThe 90s: Art and Fashion
Explore a decade characterised by its bold creativity and rebellious spirit
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9 Oct
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9 Oct
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9 Oct
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10 Oct
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10 Oct
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10 OctRelaxed Performance - The Pied Piper: A Rat's Tale
You think know the story of the Pied Piper of Hamelin ?— But do you? Meet Horatio, the brave little rat behind the legend. With puppetry, storytelling and original music, The Pied Piper: A Rat’s Tale is a funny and imaginative family show t…
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10 Oct
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10 Oct → 1 Nov
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10 Oct → 14 NovFamily Workshops - Pip and Posy
Join us for this Family Workshop inspired by our show "Pip and Posy!" Children and their accompanying adults will work side by side to create their very own joyous animal character puppets, based on the adorable best friends from the show.
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11 Oct
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11 Oct
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11 Oct
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11 Oct
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12 Oct
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13 Oct
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13 Oct
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14 Oct
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14 Oct
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14 Oct → 21 Feb
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15 Oct
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15 Oct → 28 NovThe Pianist
Wladyslaw Szpilman's extraordinary internationally bestselling memoir is brought to life by a cast of virtuoso actor-musicians.
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16 Oct
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16 Oct
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16 Oct → 1 Nov
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16 Oct → 21 Nov
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17 Oct
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17 Oct
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17 Oct
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17 Oct → 13 Dec
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18 Oct
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23 Oct
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23 OctGod Save The Queens
Poly Styrene, Chrissy Hynde, Siouxsie and the Banshees, Debbie Harry; this autumn, as part of the city-wide Up Yours! Festival, the Museum of Youth Culture will celebrate the women behind the punk movement with a landmark exhibition. God Sa…
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23 Oct
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until 23 Oct
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until 23 Oct
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23 Oct
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23 Oct → 25 Oct
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23 Oct → 25 AprBecoming America: How Science Shaped a Nation
SUPPORTED BY GRIFFIN CATALYST. Marking 250 years since the Declaration of Independence, this landmark exhibition reveals the fascinating scientific history that shaped the founding of the USA through remarkable maps, stunning paintings and …
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24 Oct
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24 Oct
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24 Oct → 1 Nov
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24 Oct
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25 Oct
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until 25 OctRichard Dadd: The Art of Bedlam
The world’s oldest psychiatric hospital, Bethlem Royal Hospital, often referred to as Bedlam was once a busy public attraction, most famously portrayed in William Hogarth’s ‘A Rake's Progress’. It looked after a number of famous patients in…
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until 25 OctRichard Dadd: Beyond Bedlam
There’s a painting that hangs in the Pre-Raphaelite room of Tate Britain that Freddy Mercury used to drag his Queen bandmates to see time and again. It’s a fantastical scene from Romeo and Juliet alive with fairies and mythical creatures, i…
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25 Oct
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25 Oct
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26 OctThe Enchanted Cinema: The Music of Spirit Animals
Inspired by Mexican traditions of the spirit world and the Horniman’s extraordinary…
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26 Oct
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26 Oct → 14 NovThe Revlon Girl
Based on events following the Aberfan Disaster, The Revlon Girl is a universal story of courage and resilience; a true story of grief, loss and of humour - told powerfully by those who, having lost so much, still found the strength to carry…
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27 Oct
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27 Oct
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27 Oct
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27 Oct
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27 Oct → 28 Oct
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27 Oct → 28 Oct
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28 OctRelaxed Tours
Relaxed Tours allow neurodivergent people and other people who would benefit in a calm and safe environment to enjoy the zoo.
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28 Oct
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28 Oct
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28 Oct → 1 Nov
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28 Oct → 1 Nov
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28 Oct
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29 Oct
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29 Oct → 1 Nov
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29 Oct
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30 Oct
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30 Oct
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31 OctDrag Tales
Join fabulous drag queen Tania for Drag Tales at Park Theatre! An enchanting hour of storytelling, singing, dancing, and puppets brings beloved children's books to life in this inclusive, magical experience for all families.
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31 Oct
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31 Oct
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31 OctDay of the Dead Family Festival
With an expanded daytime capacity, guests will journey through beautifully decorated festival…
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31 OctDay of the Dead Evening Fiesta
As night falls, the Horniman Museum transforms into an intimate Día de Muertos…
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until 31 OctOktoberfest at Munich Cricket Club
It feels a bit like Oktoberfest all year round at Munich Cricket Club, but it really takes the Bavarian joy up a notch as the season approaches. From mid September til the end of October, the spirit of the fest will take over its Canary Wha…
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31 OctFamily Workshops - Halloween
It's spooky season! Join us for this Family Workshop all about Halloween, where we'll be using recyclable craft materials to make our very own light-up ghost and pumpkin lantern puppets. Perfect to take home and continue the magic with, thi…
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1 Nov
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1 Nov
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1 Nov
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until 1 NovVoyage to the Deep – Underwater Adventures
Inspired by Jules Verne’s ‘20,000 Leagues Under the Sea’, board the legendary…
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until 1 NovOctonauts: Adventure at the Horniman
The Octonauts crew need your help on some mini-missions throughout the Museum.
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1 Nov
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1 NovRelaxed Performance - Pip and Posy Live on Stage
Inspired by the BAFTA nominated animated series from Magic Light Pictures and based on the picture books by multi-award-winning illustrator Axel Scheffler (The Gruffalo) this exciting new live stage show celebrates the power of imagination,…
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until 1 NovFrieze Sculpture 2026
Once again, Regent’s Park will be taken over by sculptures this autumn to coincide with the Frieze art fair coming to London. While tickets to the fair can cost up to £250 and are usually reserved for the collectors, dealers and creators of…
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12 Nov
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12 Nov → 11 AprVanessa Bell & Duncan Grant: Inside Bloomsbury
Explore the vivid world of the Bloomsbury Group’s famous artistic duo
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14 Nov
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17 Nov → 5 DecGoblin
Goblin is a dark, comedic solo performance about the transformative power of being seen. Written & performed by Derek Mitchell, the show follows emo kid Eliot as he transforms into a grown-up who yearns to find his goblin again.
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21 NovFlorence
She faked posh; they faked everything else. Transferring from Edinburgh Fringe, Florence exposes the art world’s underbelly through one woman’s relentless pursuit for access. A sharp, darkly funny tragicomedy about ambition, belonging, and …
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21 NovCeramics Workshop with Neve Beill – Turning London Clay into Pots
The session begins with an introduction from Neve, followed by a guided…
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21 Nov → 24 Dec
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21 Nov → 3 Jan
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21 Nov → 23 JanThe Snowflake
Based on the timeless Christmas story by Benji Davies, The Snowflake tells the tale of a snowflake, a little girl and her Pappie – all longing for their own special place in the world.
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until 22 NovMonika Sosnowska: Weight of Matter
2026 is, according to the Chinese zodiac, the Year of the Fire Horse. In 19th-century London, however, there were real-life fire horses galloping through the city, hauling fire engines and firefighters to burning buildings. Peckham Road Fir…
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22 Nov
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23 Nov
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24 Nov
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25 Nov → 12 DecThe Silence and the Noise
Daize has a sharp tongue. Ben has killer trainers. She’s determined to protect her mum from his drug-dealing boss – but can two teenagers change their destinies?
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26 Nov
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27 Nov
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28 Nov
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28 Nov → 12 DecFamily Workshops - Snowflake
Join us for this wonderful wintery Family Workshop inspired by our show "The Snowflake." Children and their accompanying adults will work side by side to create their very own charming dog puppet, based on the pawfect companion Fozzie the d…
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28 Nov → 3 JanScruff's Christmas Adventure
It’s Christmas Eve, and Scruff the puppy can’t sleep. He whines and worries – how can a little dog like him find a totally paw-some gift for his owner? He doesn’t know where to start, let alone how to wrap it and get it under the tree in ti…
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2 Dec → 10 JanMiss Bennet: Christmas at Pemberley
This Christmas, return to Pemberley as Pride and Prejudice continues through Mary Bennet’s eyes. Smart, funny and emotionally incisive, this UK premiere reimagines Austen’s overlooked heroine in a witty festive tale of family, love and find…
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3 Dec
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until 4 DecNatural Jazz x Voices Radio at the Tate Corner Bar
The Tate Corner Bar
The Tate Modern began keeping its galleries open until 9pm every Friday and Saturday back in September. Its been taking full advantage of those extra hours ever since, hosting free live music performances at its Corner Bar. This Friday, it…
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12 Dec
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12 DecRelaxed Performance - Scruff's Christmas Adventure
Join Scruff on a tail-wagging journey filled with magical puppetry, hilarious characters, and lots of audience interaction. Maybe you can help Scruff find the best possible gift just in time for Christmas!
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14 Dec
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26 Dec
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26 DecButterfly House
The specially-planted habitat is the perfect place to experience butterflies free-flying all…
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1 Jan
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1 Jan → 31 Dec200th Anniversary History Tours
Join us for different guided tours each month celebrating 200 years of ZSL!
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7 Jan
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until 17 JanAna Mendieta
Experience the powerful work of Ana Mendieta, whose legacy changed the course of contemporary art
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17 JanRelaxed Performance - The Snowflake
Based on the timeless Christmas story by Benji Davies, The Snowflake tells the tale of a snowflake, a little girl and her Pappie – all longing for their own special place in the world.
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26 JanCeramics in the City 2026
The annual ceramics fair and exhibit returns to Museum of the Home, celebrating world-class artistry.
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5 Feb
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until 7 FebAudrey Amiss: The Surviving Exhibitions
The first museum exhibition dedicated to artist Audrey Amiss brings together drawings, paintings and other exhibition materials to explore the life and work of Amiss who died in 2013. Committed to psychiatric hospitals several times through…
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13 Feb
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13 Feb
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15 Feb
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16 Feb → 28 OctAnimation in Love: Flee + Panel Discussion
This startlingly original animated documentary follows the extraordinary journey of a child refugee from Afghanistan to Denmark, joined by director Jonas Poher Rasmussen for a panel discussion.
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16 Feb → 28 OctAnimation In Love: Olivia & the Clouds + Introduction
A surreal exploration of the complexities of love, told in a dizzying array of animation styles.
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16 Feb → 28 OctRelaxed Screening: Lesbian Space Princess
An introverted space princess is forced to leave her home planet on an inter-gay-lactic mission in this award-winning Australian joyride.
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20 Feb → 7 Novanyone can dance w/ORII
Join ORII COMMUNITY in celebrating Pan-Africanism through a multi-disciplinary club experience, featuring DJs, live musicians, dancers channelling the ancestral spirit of togetherness through sound.
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20 Feb → 7 Novanyone can dance w/Daytimers
Join DAYTIMERS , the collective celebrating the sounds, stories and voices of the South Asian diaspora, for a late-night dance experience rooted in community and culture.
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24 Feb
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25 Feb
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25 Feb → 27 Jun
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26 Feb
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27 Feb
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3 Mar
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5 Mar
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11 Mar
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12 Mar
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13 Mar
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18 MarJellycat Space Shop
Discover the new out-of-this-world Jellycat Space Crew in our special themed Space shop.
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18 Mar → 27 FebHorrible Science: Cosmic Chaos
The countdown is on to a new world (and galactic) premiere exhibition from the Science Museum Group.
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19 Mar
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19 Mar → 18 Apr
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19 Mar
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24 Mar → 22 Aug
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27 Mar
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1 Apr
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1 Apr → 31 DecZSL at 200 – The Exhibition at London Zoo
Delve deeper into our rich heritage with an interactive exhibition in the heart of London Zoo.
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1 Apr → 31 Jul
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16 Apr → 19 Sep
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20 Apr → 25 Jul
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22 Apr → 30 Aug
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1 May
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4 May
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27 May
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1 Jun
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1 Jun
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1 Jun → 31 DecZSL's Zoo Plaque Trail
As part of our 200th anniversary celebrations, London Zoo will become home to a unique heritage trail in June that brings two centuries of remarkable stories to life.
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6 Jun → 20 Sep
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10 Jun → 17 Oct
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11 Jun
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1 Jul → 9 Jan
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2 Jul → 29 Sep
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2 Jul
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3 Jul → 21 SepThe Invite
Seth Rogen and Olivia Wilde are the subjects in this tense and hilarious study of a failing marriage.
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11 Jul
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16 Jul
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17 Jul → 21 FebBritish Wildlife Photography Awards
Be guided around the exhibition in the photographers’ own words, with detailed…
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until 27 NovPlay through the complete history of video games at Power Up
What is it? The Science Museum is one of London’s great institutions and its grand halls are packed with everything from spaceships to planes, steam engines to medicines. It has to be said, however, that the big draw for a certain type of c…
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until 31 DecGo full mad scientist at the Wonderlab
The Wonderlab
What is it? Arguably the one thing missing from the main body of the Science Museum is the opportunity to do any actual science. But that’s what the Wonderlab is for, a kiddie nirvana of safe, repeatable experiments that run the gamut from …
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ongoingAmazing London museums that are totally free to visit
Soak up the city’s most exciting cultural offerings without spending a penny.
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ongoingWander around the all-new V&A East Museum
The V&A’s east London cluster is finally complete. The Young V&A arrived in Bethnal Green in June 2023, the game-changing V&A East Storehouse opened in Stratford in spring 2025 and in April 2026, the long-awaited V&A East Museum launched. A…
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ongoingExpand your mind with archive films at BFI
Fed up of endless superhero flicks at your local cinema? Take an enjoyable (and totally free) dive into cinematic history at BFI's mediatheque. You can pick from hundreds of historic flicks to watch in your own comfy private booth, amongst …
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ongoingPlan a visit to the world-first Museum of Youth Culture
Evolving from a digital archive and pop-up event established in 2015, the world’s first bricks-and-mortar museum dedicated to youth culture has been a long old time coming. Due to open in June 2026, t he 6,500 square-foot site will preserve…
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ongoingCatch a free performance at Southbank Centre
One of Southbank Centre's best kept secrets is its fab line-up of free performances . These are usually designed to tie in with the venue’s themed seasonal festivals, and have a loose, drop in feel. Turn up and you could catch anything from…
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ongoingSee some world-class opera or ballet for free
Covent Garden’s Royal Opera House is one of the city’s most iconic performance venues, pulling in crowds of more than 600,000 each year. But while tickets for its world-leading programme of opera and ballet productions tend to cost a pretty…
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ongoingEnjoy blinding views over London at Sky Garden
Zip up 35 floors of the Walkie Talkie's shapely layers and you'll be transported to a public garden with some truly spectacular views. Sky Garden boasts three storeys of landscaped gardens lush with South African and Mediterranean plants, o…
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ongoingVisit a free art gallery
You don't need to have art collector levels of spare cash to enjoy London's many galleries. Although the blockbuster special exhibitions at galleries like Tate Modern , National Gallery and National Portrait Gallery can be pricy, their free…
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ongoingHang out in London's stunning parks
London is one of the world's greenest cities, w ith more than 3,000 parks to explore – ranging from tiny pocket parks to massive, beautifully landscaped wonderlands you could easily spend all day exploring. Cool your feet in the Princess Di…
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ongoingGet the giggles at a free comedy night
London is packed with comedy talent, so don't rely on your friends to entertain you: show up to Angel Comedy's stellar line-up of free nights to laugh yourself silly at emerging stars or seasoned show-offs. Refreshingly, there's no need to …
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ongoingMake furry friends at London's city farms
London's city farms
Animal-lovers, rejoice! You don't have to splash out a fortune in vet bills, zoo tickets or cat cafe coffees to get some quality time with four legged creatures. London's full of city farms, most of which you can enter for free or for a sma…
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ongoingTake a walk on the wild side at Barbican's tropical paradise
Barbican's tropical paradise
Wander for long enough among the Barbican's concrete angles and you’ll stumble into a gasp-inducing tropical paradise. The Barbican Conservatory opened in 1984 and houses 2,000 plant species, including towering palms and ferns. There are ev…
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ongoingGet seriously ghoulish in Brompton Cemetery
London's finest crop of dead celebs is to be found at Highgate Cemetery, but you've got to pay to get in. So set aside that cash for your funeral (gotta pay at least two sexy ladies to weep on your grave) and head to Brompton Cemetery for a…
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ongoingExplore London's hidden Roman past
Transport yourself back to old Londonium with a trip to these intriguing ruins, hidden underneath a massive shiny tower block. 1,800 years ago, this space was the home of the men-only cult of Mithras, a place to drink, misbehave and worship…
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ongoingExplore the local produce at a historic market
Markets and fairs
There's something very fulfilling about going to a market. You can browse (and if you're lucky even try) local produce at food markets. And the people behind the stalls are always pretty passionate about the things they're selling. Best of …
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ongoingTake on one of the city’s prettiest walking trails
Walks and tours
One of the joys of being London is that it's surprisingly easy to feel like you're somewhere completely different. This hodgepodge of a city is full of wooded corners, rugged hills and flower-filled fields, provided you know where to look f…
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ongoingWatch democracy in action at the Houses of Parliament
Make for the hallowed halls of Westminster and you can treat your eyes and ears to the inspiring sight of democracy in action (or snooze like a backbencher after a three hour liquid lunch). This majestic building has public galleries that a…
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ongoingExplore arty east London with The Line
This city's biggest sculpture trail is a must for both art fans and nature fans, leading walkers along waterways including the Royal Docks and the River Lea, as well as soaring over the Thames on the Emirates Air Line . Just download the ma…
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ongoingGet the glow at a neon wonderland
God’s Own Junkyard probably isn't Walthamstow's best kept secret, but this warehouse of neon delights is a classic for a reason. Go along to marvel at the late neon artist Chris Bracey’s personal collection in a salvage yard in Walthamstow,…
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ongoingBe king for the day at Fulham Palace
Visiting a National Trust-owned stately home involves having pockets almost as deep as the long-dead aristos who built them. But if you want to get your fill of historical grandeur for free, make for Fulham Palace: a fascinating spot where …
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A week until pay day? Don’t spend the next seven days sat at home
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From wow moments in our interactive bubble show, to boldly going where no-one has gone before with the Star Trek Warp Trail, discover what’s on this May half term at the Science Museum in London.
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ongoingPower Up
Immerse yourself in our hands-on gaming experience, featuring the very best video games and consoles from the past 50 years. Book ahead of your visit for cheaper prices.
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ongoingAstronights
Have you ever wanted to have a sleepover in a museum? Then don't miss out on our exciting space-themed Astronights!
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Our spectacular interactive gallery for families featuring hands-on experiments, live demonstrations and more than 50 exhibits to explore. Book ahead of your visit for cheaper prices.
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ongoingStar Trek at 60 Film season
Celebrate the 60th anniversary of Star Trek and experience the entire cinematic legacy, from the original voyages of Captain Kirk to the modern reboot trilogy,
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ongoingPower Up evening session
Our popular sell-out adults-only Power Up evening sessions return in 2026 with more dates.
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Join Benedict Cumberbatch as he explores the Arctic in an epic adventure across this magical realm of snow and ice.
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Discover Children's Story Centre
A free weekly club at Discover for disabled children and children with SEN, their families or carers.
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ongoingAfter School Stories – Story Building
Discover Children's Story Centre
Join us for a Discover special – a story building session where you can put together a brand new story, with the help of our expert Story Builders. Free - booking recommended.
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