Kids' half-term in London
February half-term 2027
Half-term is when London really turns it on for families. Museums lay on special trails and workshops, theatres programme shows aimed squarely at younger audiences, and parks and outdoor venues fill their calendars with things to make, watch and do — a lot of it free.
This page collects family-friendly events and activities timed to the current or upcoming UK half-term break, so you can plan the week without the last-minute scramble. We show ages where we can, the venue and its neighbourhood, and dates and booking, and we flag the events that tend to sell out first — because half-term slots go quickly.
From dinosaur galleries and science shows to storytelling, crafts and family theatre, browse what's on below and follow any listing for full details. For the longer breaks, see our school-holidays page.
Family activities · February half-term 2027
British Wildlife Photography Awards - FREE!
17/07/2026 - 21/02/2027
Daily 10:00-17:30
Horniman Museum & Gardens
Becoming America - How Science Shaped a Nation - FREE
23/10/2026 - 25/04/2027
Daily: 10:00-17:00 (Pre-book online)
Science Museum
ABBA Voyage
27/05/2022 - 28/06/2027
Mon, Thu-Fri 19:45; Sat 15:00 & 19:45; Sun 13:00 & 18:00
ABBA Arena
Matilda The Musical
20/05/2025 - 02/09/2027
Tue-Fri 19:00; Wed & Sat 14:00; Sun 15:00
Cambridge TheatrePaddington The Musical
01/11/2025 - 13/02/2028
Mon, Wed-Sat 19:00 (+ Thu & Sat 14:00); Sun 14:00
Savoy TheatreSnap Happy! How Children Became Photographers
14/10/2026 - 21/02/2027
Mon-Wed, Sat 10:30-18:00; Thu-Fri 10:30-20:00; Sun 11:00-18:00
Photographers' Gallery
The Last Wild
30/01/2027 - 07/03/2027
Various times - see “More info and booking”
Unicorn Theatre (Weston Theatre)Frequently asked questions
What can families do in London during half-term?
The list above shows kid-friendly events and activities on around the half-term break — museum workshops, family theatre, trails and outdoor events — hand-picked and updated day by day.
When is the next school half-term in London?
This page is aware of the UK school calendar and shows activities timed to the nearest half-term break. Exact dates vary slightly between boroughs and schools, so check with your own school.
Are there free half-term activities?
Many, yes — London's national museums are free and run special half-term programmes. See our free things to do page for everything on with no ticket.
Should I book half-term activities in advance?
Where booking is needed it's wise to reserve early, as popular half-term sessions fill up fast. Each listing links through to its booking page.