Half-Term Events in London

The All In London Blog

If you’re stuck for things to do with the kids this half-term then take a look at our guide, jam-packed with all the very best to do here in London over the coming days.

Here’s our pick:

Imagine Children's Festival
Southbank Centre
Head to the Southbank Centre from 12 to 27 February at Imagine, where musicians, storytellers, comedians, puppeteers and dancers create our annual children’s festival. Hear from the best children’s authors and then meet them after the shows. Laugh your socks off with stand-up comedian James Campbell or let your hair down with Dan Zanes’ rock concert for tots. There are workshops with artists from around the world, free poetry, storytelling and dancing, and the return of Bookworm Babies.

Dinosaurs Unleashed at The 02
The O2
Dinosaurs last roamed the Earth 65 million years ago. Now they're back! Unleashed at The O2 from 18th February 2011. Grab your chance to get up close and personal with some of the largest and most fearsome creatures the Earth has ever seen. Dinosaurs Unleashed is the UK’s largest animatronic dinosaur adventure that gives you a unique chance to experience some of the most iconic and awe-inspiring creatures.

Doctor Who Experience
Olympia
Step inside the TARDIS to take a starring role in your very own Doctor Who adventure at the Doctor Who Experience. Taking place at London's Olympia Two, the Doctor Who Experience will be an unmissable adventure featuring an exhilarating and unique walk-through experience and an awe-inspiring exhibition.

Moshi Pop-Up Store
Whiteleys Shopping Centre, Bayswater
Moshi Monsters is a free-to-play, fun-filled world of adoptable pet monsters, combining virtual pets with social online game play and educational puzzles for children aged 6-12. Players choose from one to six virtual monster pets that they can create, name and nurture. To date, over 30 million users in over 150 countries now have their very own Moshi Monster.

Tower Twilight Tours
Tower of London
Experience the eerie shadows that gather at the Tower after the visitors leave and hear spine-chilling stories of murder, mystery and intrigue. Hosted by one of our world-famous resident Yeoman Warders, you will be amazed and appalled by the tales of past residents, royal gossip and the secrets kept within these ancient walls. Find out what it is really like to explore the Tower as the evening draws in.

Kew's Tropical Extravaganza
Princess of Wales Conservatory
At the centre of the Tropical Extravaganza festival is the Princess of Wales Conservatory which will be brimming with thousands of orchids and tropical flowers such as bromeliads and anthuriums. You may encounter one of our volunteer guides 'roving' in the Princess of Wales Conservatory, who are on hand to answer any questions.


See our entire selection of children's events taking place in London this month here: London Children's Events >>> and see our full What's On Guide here >>>

... and don't forget Kim T's Kid's In London blog with all the latest reviews and recommendations for great things to go to keep the little people amused!

Posted Date
Feb 21, 2011 in The All In London Blog by All In London