What’s on in London this February

Fun for the little ones (and their families)

Prepare for an unforgettable art experience – Family Fun: Drawing with Zoolab – at Leighton House, where you will be up and close with a captivating array of real-life critters. From snakes to giant snails, tarantulas to lizards, Zoolab’s expert will introduce you to these exotic creatures, to spark your creativity as you draw these incredible animals right before your eyes.

The Hello Kitty-themed Cute Coffee Shop by ARTBOX Cafe has arrived at Somerset House. Throughout the run of the exhibition, themed hot and cold drinks, wraps, bagels, sandwiches and sweet treats will be offered. Free admission (closed on Mondays).

Join Little Bear and Dad Bear as they learn how there are many ways to communicate love, and to find your place in the world. Can Bears Ski? is based on the book by poet Raymond Antrobus, Ted Hughes award-winner, who draws on his own experience as a deaf child in a hearing world. Tickets are £10 between 13th and 17th February 2024 at the Lyric Hammersmith Theatre.

My Neighbour Totoro returns for a strictly limited season at the Barbican Theatre. Discover this enchanting coming-of-age story by Studio Ghibli exploring the magical fantasy world of childhood and the transformative power of imagination, as it follows one extraordinary summer in the lives of sisters Satsuki and Mei.

Grab your sticks and get ready to learn how to command an army just by beating a drum at the National Army Museum on 14th and 15th February 2024. You will be learning how music was used during times of war and trouble both at home and abroad. The Drumming Orders sessions are free (but limited to 15 children per session).

For cooks and kitchen enthusiasts

Master the art of the scone in this three-hour Scones Masterclass at The Tea House. And to quite literally top it off, you’ll make your own delicious jam! The scone is a must-have element of any afternoon tea and there are different ways to make them. In this workshop, an expert baker will show you how to make the perfect dough for a variety of fluffy and light scones. You will create a batch of fennel scones, cheese and herb scones as well as the classic scone. You will also make Bread Ahead’s classic homemade jam, the quintessential pairing for any afternoon tea. The question remains whether to add jam before or after the cream!

Art & culture

Discover Refik Analdol’s first major institutional solo exhibition in the UK at Serpentine North Gallery, between 16th February and 7th April 2024. Echoes of the Earth: Living Archive envelops viewers in immersive environments that utilise years-long experimentation with visual data of coral reefs and rainforests and showcases the creative potential of AI.

Celebrate Chinese New Year and the opening of Zimingzhong, the Science Museum’s new exhibition about Chinese clockwork on Thursday 1st February between 6.30 pm and 10 pm for adults aged 18+ (general admission free).

Fine dining experiences

Sizzle on down to KGK, the first and only Korean grill in the Kensington area. KGK is the only restaurant in London to offer an Omakase dining experience. The chef’s Omakase experience is a great fun night out. Omakase means ‘I leave it up to you’, diners leave it up to the chef to select and serve seasonal specialities.

Staycation

Enjoy your stay at the Royal Garden Hotel and experience exceptional tailored service, beautiful views and comfort above all. Taking inspiration from the iconic Kensington High Street and the luscious Hyde Park and Kensington Gardens, the rooms have been refurbished to bring the beauty and nature of the park inside and connect to the neighbourhood. With unparalleled views of the London skyline, large bathrooms and bedrooms for any occasion, it is bound to be a memorable experience. Don’t forget to check out the Hotel spa for a little bit of well-deserved pampering.

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