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17 things to do in London with kids this weekend (7-8 September)

Here are 17 child-friendly activities in London for this weekend (7-8 September 2024):

  1. Classic Boat Festival โ€“ Explore vintage boats at St. Katharine Docks, with activities like face painting and canoeing for kids.
  2. Totally Thames Festival โ€“ Participate in family-friendly events along the Thames, including storytelling, arts, and river-based activities.
  3. Unicorn Theatre โ€“ Watch “The Velveteen Rabbit,” a magical play perfect for young audiences.
  4. Bubble Planet at Wembley Park โ€“ A multi-sensory, bubble-themed experience for children.
  5. Creekside Festival โ€“ Enjoy child-friendly entertainment and workshops, alongside grassroots music in Deptford.
  6. Young V&A Museum โ€“ Explore interactive exhibits and creative workshops designed for children.
  7. Natural History Museum โ€“ Discover dinosaurs and wildlife through interactive exhibits that fascinate kids.
  8. London Transport Museum โ€“ Learn about Londonโ€™s transport history with fun, interactive displays.
  9. Science Museum โ€“ Visit the “Wonderlab” for hands-on science experiments and educational fun.
  10. Harry Fest at Dockside Vaults โ€“ Enjoy Harry Styles-themed activities, including a scavenger hunt and karaoke.
  11. Frieze Sculpture at Regentโ€™s Park โ€“ A family-friendly stroll through an outdoor sculpture exhibit featuring international artists.
  12. Kew Gardens โ€“ Discover the Childrenโ€™s Garden for climbing, playing, and learning about nature.
  13. Diana Memorial Playground โ€“ A Peter Pan-themed adventure playground in Kensington Gardens.
  14. Coramโ€™s Fields โ€“ A free park with playgrounds, a petting zoo, and sports facilities.
  15. Museum of London Docklands โ€“ Interactive exhibits exploring the history of Londonโ€™s docks.
  16. Southbank Centre’s Unlimited Festival โ€“ Family-friendly performances and workshops showcasing creativity.
  17. Paddington Bear Walking Tour โ€“ A self-guided tour of Paddington Bearโ€™s favourite spots in London.


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