There will be lions dancing for the Year of the Snake, some singing in the rain at Barbican Centre and special pamper sessions for Kensington Mums. What will you be up to this weekend with the kids?
Sat: Kensington Mums Valentine’s Day Pamper Party at Neil’s Yard Remedies, 7a Church St, W8 (High Street Kensington tube)
West London mamas can enjoy a morning of well-earned relaxation at this special event in time for Valentine’s Day. There’ll be a choice of mini massages or mini facials, nibbles and drinks, a chance to meet local mums and receive a wellbeing consultation with a Neil’s Yard Remedies expert. Plus every ticket holder gets a goody bag plus 15% off all products! Book your babysitter (or other half) now! 10am-12pm, £12 (Feb 9)
Sat: Singing in the Rain at Framed Family Film Club, Barbican Centre, EC1 (Feb 9)
Come along for a delightful Saturday matinee with the family as the classic Gene Kelly musical gets the big screen treatment. The special offer for priority access to the Rain Room is sold out, but you can join the queues after the movie if you wish! 11am, £2 (Feb 9)
Sat-Sun: Valentine’s Sweetheart Brooches at RAF Museum, Grahame Park Way, NW9 (Colindale tube)
View the sweet tokens of affection between former RAF personnel and their loved ones including brooches, love letters and more. Then be inspired to make your own Valentine’s day brooch or card. Best for ages 5+, younger kids welcome. 11am-1pm & 2-4pm, FREE (Feb 9 & 10)
Sun: Chinese New Year in Trafalgar Square, WC1 (Feb 10)
Enter the Year of the Snake in grand style with the massive celebration throughout Soho and Chinatown. There’s free and cheap nosh on the streets, live performances from the Chen Brothers Flying Lion Dance, magic, acrobatics, martial arts, kids’ crafts and more. 12-6pm, FREE (Feb 10)
Sun: Funharmonics at Royal Festival Hall, Southbank Centre, SE1 (Waterloo/Embankment tube)
London Philharmonic Orchestra get brassy to the theme of the Roaring Twenties at this popular family concert, with have-a-go sessions and Human Orchestra fun at 10.30am & 2.30pm in the foyer. 12pm, adult £10-£18/child 50% discount (Feb 10)
Sun: Family Barn Dance at Cecil Sharpe House, Regent’s Park Rd, NW1 (Regent’s Park tube)
Get ready to doh-si-doh your partners, big or small, at this lively affair for all ages with caller teaching you the steps, folk band and fun times for all. 3-5pm, adult £5/child £3 (Feb 10)
Sun: Why the Lion Danced at the Albany, Douglas Way, Deptford SE8 (New Cross/Deptford overground)
Learn the story of the ancient Chinese lion dance in this folk tale about a scary monster that terrifies a village. Bursting with colourful costumes, songs and dance for ages 5+. 1pm & 3pm; £6/family £22 (Feb 10)
We also like
Wreck it Ralph opens in cinemas nationwide (from Fri); Wind in the Willows at Polka Theatre (ongoing until Feb 16); Whitney Houston Tribute Gospel Brunch at 606 Club in Chelsea, from 12.30pm (Sat); all day festival at Drink Shop Do on Cally Rd, N1 (Sun) and there’s a Carnival! celebration with parades and shows from 5pm at Guanabara, Covent Garden, WC2 (until Tue)
Photo source: FUNHarmonics via Southbank Centre web site
I so want to go to the pamper party!
I know, I plan to catch one soon!