Discover the best kids’ activities and family days out in London this November.
Christmas and Winter Events
The Spirit of Christmas Fair returns to Olympia London from 4th November to 10th November with festive inspiration from over 600 original, independent brands. Discover a diverse collection of carefully curated gifts from small independent brands and designer-makers, each one picked for its originality and quality and brought together for this seven-day event. Discerning shoppers can expect a diverse collection of curated gifts to shop from to satisfy all their gifting needs including toys, fashion, homeware, and stylish décor as well as the finest food and drink from award-winning artisans and producers.
As always, Winter Wonderland will be showcasing spectacular family performances such as the Cirque Berserk, adrenaline-fuelled rides and rollercoasters, delicious street food, Christmas Market shopping, the iconic Giant Wheel and the UK’s largest outdoor Ice Rink. Open daily from 10 am until 10 pm, Winter Wonderland offers the ultimate festive experience for everyone, from laid-back family mornings to twinkling evenings with friends.
Step into Santa’s Grotto at the FUJIFILM House of Photography in Covent Garden, an immersive wonderland brimming with exciting opportunities for little ones and big ones alike.
Get your Golden Tickets now and prepare for the ride of a lifetime, as the North Pole Express is making its enchanting journey through London! Join Santa himself, as well as his loyal helpers, in an experience like no other – all while marvelling at London’s world-famous Christmas lights displays above the crowd. Enjoy holiday carols, festive treats, and fun activities as you journey to the North Pole.
Get Ready to GLIDE: Battersea Power Station’s Iconic Ice Rink returns in 2024. Battersea Power Station and IMG are thrilled to announce the return of London’s only riverside ice rink. Opening to the public on 8th November 2024 for over eight weeks, this breathtaking open-air ice rink allows visitors to skate against the backdrop of the iconic Grade II listed Power Station, making it a must-visit destination for the upcoming winter season.
Fun for the little ones (and their families)
Visit the iconic rooms of some of your favourite CBeebies friends – Bluey, Hey Duggee, JoJo & GranGran and Mr Tumble – to find the missing colours and light up the CBeebies Rainbow. Find out more about CBeebies Rainbow Adventure at Westfield Shopping Centre (Shepherd’s Bush).
Discover a whimsical adventure with a witch and her delightful companions at the Lyric Theatre between 22nd November and 5th January 2025. Room on the Broom is suitable for children aged 3+.
Attend a delightful and immersive Ice Cream Roll Masterclass at Pan-n-Ice! In this hands-on class, you’ll be guided by expert ice cream rollers, who will take you on a journey through the history of Pan-n-Ice and the fascinating process of making ice cream rolls.
Discover Play Base at the National Army Museum, an immersive experience for children aged 8 or under, offering a variety of fun and engaging activities. From taking on the soft play assault course to climbing aboard a truck or preparing scoff in the cookhouse, your child will love Play Base.
Visit The Garden in the basement of the Science Museum, an exciting interactive space where children, parents and carers can discover science through play. Suitable for children 3–6 years old but younger children welcome.
Join Benedict Cumberbatch as he explores the mysterious and wild continent of Antarctica. With never-before-seen footage and the latest underwater filming techniques, Antarctica – an IMAX experience offered by the Science Museum – transports you to the farthest reaches of this majestic land and reveals that what happens there affects every single one of us.
Discover Sorted! The Postal Play Space, an immersive mini-town with streets, buildings, trolleys, pulleys, slides and chutes; everything to keep the little ones happily occupied.
Get ready for a wise-cracking, column-shaking, underworld-rocking ride of adventure, self-discovery, and love. In tunics. Directed and choreographed by Casey Nicholaw, with music and lyrics by Alan Menken and David Zippel, a brand-new book by Robert Horn and Kwame Kwei-Armah, and co-choreography by Tanisha Scott, Hercules delivers a thrilling night out that leaves you ready to climb Mount Olympus.
Hard Rock Cafe is excited to introduce their new Captain Messi Kids Menu! Everyone around the world can join Captain Messi and his mission to fill your appetite. Don’t miss your chance to grab your Captain Messi collectible superhero toy and join our quest to make your experience the best!
Health and Fitness
1Rebel, London’s leading boutique fitness studio, steps into recovery space with a new sauna and cold plunge concept, ‘RESET’. Designed to boost both physical and mental recovery, 1Rebel’s RESET offers a combination of sauna and cold plunge for a swift and ready-to-use recovery experience. In the 45-minute session, users are given the freedom to move at their own pace, alternating between hot and cold exposure to promote muscle recovery, improve circulation, elevate mood and provide an immune system boost.
Museums and Exhibitions
Delve into The World of Tim Burton in this major exhibition at the Design Museum exploring his remarkable creations and key collaborations with designers.
Experience Japan’s unique shokuhin sanpuru, those realistic food replicas displayed outside restaurants in Japan. The exhibition at Japan House London also includes an interactive zone where you can create and share your own bento box of replica food, adding a hands-on element to your experience.
Explore the unequalled career of Naomi Campbell, in Naomi in Fashion. Through the work of leading global designers and photographers, V&A South Kensington celebrates her creative collaborations, activism and far-reaching cultural impact.
Discover a unique collection of over 100 modern, contemporary, digital and immersive works of art at Moco Museum. See iconic works by Warhol, Haring, Banksy, Basquiat, Kusama, and many more prolific artists!
Date Night Ideas
Travel through London this winter aboard the city’s only rooftop Bar Bus: the most festive rooftop bar in London has opened its doors again! If you are looking for Christmas drinks in London, then this is the perfect way to begin your evening. Available between 23rd November and 28th December.
Get swept away by the unforgettable music and moves of the King of Pop! Centred around the making of the 1992 Dangerous World Tour, MJ the Musical, at the Prince Edward Theatre, goes beyond the singular moves and signature sound of the star to offer a rare look at the creative mind and collaborative spirit that catapulted Jackson into legendary status.
Now playing at London’s Dominion Theatre, the new musical based on the blockbuster film and bestselling novel, The Devil Wears Prada, features an original score by Elton John, lyrics by Shaina Taub & Mark Sonnenblick, book by Kate Wetherhead and direction & choreography by 3-time Tony Award winner Jerry Mitchell (Kinky Boots, Legally Blonde, Pretty Woman, Hairspray) and Vanessa Williams in the role of Miranda Priestly.
Step into the world of your favourite TV show at The FRIENDS™ Experience: The One in London, showcasing recreated sets and exclusive activations inspired by the series. Relive iconic moments and snap photos at memorable locations. This experience takes place at Immerse LDN, ExCeL.
Discover the world of Mamma Mia! The Party at the O2 as a new story is performed around you. Featuring ABBA’s legendary music and a new story adapted by Sandi Toksvig, you will be taken from dinner to dancing on the beautiful island of Skopelos, where the movie was shot.
Staycation
Immerse yourself in relaxation at My Arbor, a family-owned 5-star Spa “tree hotel” located in the peaceful mountains of South Tyrol in North Italy, the only one of its kind in the region and the biggest tree hotel in the country. Its contemporary architecture with views of the Dolomites is immersed in the woods and is perfectly integrated into the natural environment. My Arbor is a perfect all-year-round destination with over 300 days of sunshine per year from where one can explore South Tyrol and enjoy everything this beautiful region has to offer during different seasons – alpine skiing, cross-country skiing and sledging in winter; hiking and biking in autumn, spring and summer; swimming in local lakes, attending local cultural events, tasting world-class white wine in local wineries, and experiencing Alpine and Mediterranean culture.
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