Another weekend and this time it’s my BIRTHDAY. The fun kicked off with my eldest turning 20 earlier in the week and happily, we got to spend the day with him before he headed back to uni. One of my birthday missions this year is to read more books and watch more live music and theatre. There are some brilliant family friendly theatre and cultural outings in today’s London Kids Weekend Scoop. Enjoy!
12 Brilliant Family Friendly Theatre and Cultural Outings in London This Weekend
Thu-Sat: Deep Azure at Shakespeare’s Globe Globe Theatre, 21 New Globe Walk, Bankside, SE1 9DT (Blackfriars/Mansion House tube)
One for teens and grownups, Deep Azure is a powerful tale of love, grief and justice created by late Academy Award and BAFTA-nominated actor and writer Chadwick Boseman (Black Panther). When Azure’s fiancé, Deep, is killed by the police, she and friends Roshad and Tone try to find peace. But the Heavenly MCs of Street Knowledge have other plans. This lyrical epic, blending Shakespearean poetic influences and hip hop rhythms, is inspired by the true events of university student Prince Jones. Ages 14+ (content advisory). 7.30pm (Mon-Sat) & limited matinees at 2pm; £30-£80 seated/£5-£10 standing (Feb 7-Apr 11)
Thu-Sat: Miles at Southwark Playhouse (The Little theatre), 77-85 Newington Causeway, SE1 6BD (Elephant & Castle tube)
Catch this innovative, dreamlike production inspired by the life and legacy of Miles Davis, arriving in London after a sellout run at Edinburgh Fringe. Written and directed by Oliver Kaderbhai, it’s set in a NYC recording studio and stars Jay Phelps as Jay, a modern jazz musician. As past and present intertwine, Jay encounters Miles and learns what it takes to create greatness. Ages 14+ (content advisory). 7.30pm (Mon-Sat) & 3pm (Tue & Sat); £28/under 16s & concs £22.50/previews £16 (Feb 4-Mar 7)
Thu-Sat: Cynthia Erivo in Dracula at Noel Coward Theatre, 85-88 St Martin’s Lane, WC2N 4AU (Leicester Square tube)
You’d be lucky to scoop tickets to this one-woman showcase starring Cynthia Erivo (Wicked), opening this week. The 3 x Oscar nominee and TONY, Emmy and Grammy winner plays all 23 roles in Bram Stoker’s gothic classic. Kip Williams’ show should get your blood pumping. Ages 12+. 7.30pm (Mon-Sat) & select matinees 2.30pm (Wed & Sat); £30-£220 (Feb 4-May 30)
Thu-Sun: From Gaza: A Personal Story of Survival by Ahmed Abu Aisha at Rich Mix, 35-47 Bethnal Green Road, E1 6LA (Shoreditch High St overground)
“My name is Ahmed Abu Aisha. I am 27 years old, born and raised in the Gaza Strip, Palestine. Every photograph you see here was taken during the seven months I lived through the genocide in Gaza, beginning in July 2023.” Experience an insider’s view from Gaza at this powerful and moving exhibition by a photographer on the ground. It’s brought to Rich Mix by Denizens Citizens Global who are committed to empowering and protecting families affected by war and displacement. All ages but PG for some graphic content. Open daily 9am-late (Mon-Fri) & 10am-late (Sat-Sun); FREE (until Feb 28)
Thu-Sun: Stepping into Stories: Herne Hill Kids’ Lit Fest at Station Hall, Herne Hill SE24 0JW (Herne Hill rail)
Mark the National Year of Reading with a trip to the annual Herne Hill children’s literature festival. The line-up for 2026 showcases comic creators, illustrators, poets, authors and storytellers including Dapo Adeola, Harriet Muncaster, Ross Montgomery, Mariesa Dulak, Gareth P Jones, Jane Porter and Neill Cameron. All ages welcome. Various times; tickets from £6-£14, some activities are FREE (Feb 3-8)
Thu-Sun: Samurai at the British Museum, Great Russell Street, WC1B 3DG (Russell Square tube)
Take a trip to medieval Japan via the British Museum at this exhibition that also explores Samurai culture through modern pop icons, luxury objects, games, costumes, fashion, film and battle gear. Learn about the men and women behind the legends. 10am-5pm daily (8.30pm Fri); adult from £23/under 16s FREE (Feb 3-May 4)
Fri: Baby Broadway at Big Penny Social, 1 Priestley Way, E17 6AL (Blackhorse Rd overground)
Want a break from singing Incy Wincy Spider? Big Penny Social hosts Baby Broadway, a joyful morning of family fun where everyone can belt out classic show tunes from your favourite musicals and movies. Performed by West End singers, this fun-packed event comes with puppets, bubbles and dance moves! Best for ages 0-7 but all ages welcome. 11am-11.45am; adult £14/child FREE (up to 3 kids with 1 paying adult) (Feb 6)
Sat-Sun: Who Let the Gods Out at Polka Theatre, 240 The Broadway, Wimbledon, SW19 1SB (South Wimbledon tube)
Maz Evans adapts her brilliant and funny novel for this lively stage production with music by Luke Bateman. See Elliot Hooper do his best to save the world (and his mum) with the help/hindrance of some epic Greek gods. Post show Q&A with the author on select dates. Ages 8-13. Various start times from 10am-2.30pm (Wed-Sun); from £12.50 (Feb 7-Mar 22)
Sun: Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland at Arts Depot, 5 Nether Street, Tally Ho Corner, North Finchley N12 0GA (Finchley Central tube)
Follow the White Rabbit through this playful retelling of Lewis Carroll’s topsy turvy tale. Two performers recreate scenes from Adventures in Wonderland and Through the Looking Glass, using puppets and a set that unfolds from a beautiful vintage trunk. Ages 3+. 11am, 2pm & 3.30pm; from £13.75 (Feb 8)
Sun: BFI Family Fun Day Preview: Stitch Head at BFI Southbank, Belvedere Rd, SE1 8XT (Waterloo/Embankment tube)
A mad professor obsesses over his monster experiments. Stitch Head, the first of the scientist’s abandoned experiments, decides to join the circus… but there’s danger afoot. Watch the animated film featuring the voices of Asa Butterfield, Joel Fry and Alison Steadman and listen to a Q&A with director Steve Hudson and Stitch Head author Guy Bass. Ahead of the movie you can join the Funday Workshop with a drawing masterclass from Pete Williamson, illustrator of the Stitch Head books. Create your own short, animated stories alongside the BFI arts and crafts station. Funday Workshop 10.45am, movie 12pm; adult £14/child under 16 £4/workshop free with film ticket (Feb 8)
Sun: Fly-Kid Family Rave at Pop Brixton, 49 Brixton Station Road, SW9 8PQ (Brixton tube)
It’s the second Sunday of the month, time to bust a move with the Supa Dupa Fly crew. BBC1xtra’s Emily Rawson and her buddies get loose with old school hip hop, R&B, pop and soul tunes for the whole family. Come for street dance lessons, dance battles, games, confetti, themed face painting (optional), props and more. Food and drink on offer. Tables available for groups of 10+ (book ahead: email flykid@supadupaflylove.com). Open to families with kids and babies of all ages. 11am-3pm; adult from £11/child from £6/family from £29/babies under 1 FREE (Feb 8)
Sun: Firmdale Film Club: Song Sung Blue at Soho Hotel, 4 Richmond Mews, W1D 3DH (Piccadilly Circus tube)
Mike and Claire, two musicians just scraping by, join forces to create a Neil Diamond tribute band. This uplifting musical stars Kate Hudson, Hugh Jackson and Ella Anderson. Suitable for ages 12+. Film only £25pp or splash out on a 3-course menu or afternoon tea £55pp, add champagne for £65pp! 3.30pm; £25-£65 (all tickets include popcorn) (Feb 8)
We also like
See the historic Cambridge debate between James Baldwin and William Buckley reenacted at Wilton’s Music Hall (Thu-Sat); as the 2026 Winter Olympics kicks off in northern Italy (Feb 6-22), you might want to try your hands at Club Curling in Kings Cross (Thu-Sun); see Woolf Works, Wayne McGregor’s experimental ballet inspired by the works of Virginia Woolf, for ages 8+ (Fri-Sat); the popular Orchids Festival is back at Kew Gardens (from Sat); the National Maritime Museum hosts Out At Sea, a day of storytelling and fun for LGBTQ+ families (Sat); the Garden Museum ushers in the Year of the Fire Horse early with their Sunday Sessions Family Dance: Legends of the Lunar New Year, ages 2-8/all ages welcome (Sun)
Booking Ahead
- Imagine Children’s Festival at Southbank Centre, SE1 (Feb 11-21)
- Inside Aardman: Wallace & Gromit and Friends at Young V&A, E2 (from Feb 12)
- Voyage to the Deep – Underwater Adventures at Horniman Museum, SE23 (from Feb 13)
- Touretteshero: Return of the Rebels at Whitechapel Gallery, E1 (Feb 14)
- Lunar New Year at National Maritime Museum, Greenwich (Feb 21)
- Lunar New Year Festival at London Museum Docklands, E14 (Feb 21-22)
- Chinese Lunar New Year parade in Chinatown (Feb 22)
- You Are The Sun: A Very First Opera for 0-2 Years at Jacksons Lane, N6 (Feb 25)
- Black Culture Market at The Department Store, Brixton SW9 (Feb 28 & Mar 1)
- Ramses and the Pharoah’s Gold Exhibition at Neon, Battersea Power Station, SW11 (Feb 28-May 31)
- Dear Zoo at Little Lyric, W6 (Mar 2-5)
- Big Fish Little Fish Mother’s Day Family Rave at Peckham Levels, SE15 (Mar 15)
- Family Fun Day: Spectacular Space! at Royal Institution, W1 (Mar 28)
- Black History Bus Tour, from Brixton across London (Mar 29)
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**NB: Please note that all event timings and prices are subject to change/cancellation at short notice, so always check ahead with the venue before making a trip!**
London Kids Weekend Scoop (January 29-Feb 1, 2026)
