{"id":2353,"date":"2026-08-26T09:00:00","date_gmt":"2026-08-26T08:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/events.loopla.com\/?p=2353"},"modified":"2026-08-26T20:49:23","modified_gmt":"2026-08-26T19:49:23","slug":"whats-on-london-kids","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/loopla.com\/blog\/whats-on-london-kids","title":{"rendered":"Fun things to do with kids in London this September"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><!-- ===================================================================\n     INTRO\n     =================================================================== --><\/p>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>This guide reveals the best things to do with kids in London in September 2026. Loopla reviewed over 100 activities to find the best family outings, free events and experiences for children of all ages.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>Updated 26 August 2026<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">September is a tricky month. This is mostly because the new school year begins, which 63% of parents called the most stressful day of the year in one recent poll. (<a href=\"https:\/\/podenergy.com\/news\/back-to-school-stress\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">1<\/a>)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">But on the other hand, you&#8217;ve made it through the summer holidays (and all the pressure of keeping little ones entertained).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Now it&#8217;s just weekends and evenings to think about, and to help you fill them we&#8217;ve picked out 25 fun things to do with kids in London.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This also includes a whole section for toddlers yet to start school. Click below to jump ahead to events for your little one&#8217;s age group:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"#age-0-4\">Fun things to do in London with kids aged under 5 this month<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#age-5-8\">Where to take kids aged 5-8 in London this September<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#age-9-plus\">Where should I take kids aged 9 years+ in London this month?<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#faqs\">Common questions about things to do with kids in London<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We hand-picked the below from over 100 kids&#8217; activities we found while researching our <a href=\"https:\/\/loopla.com\/blog\/london-loop\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">newsletter for London parents<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We&#8217;ll be sharing details for all of these with our subscribers each week throughout the month. They&#8217;ll also hear about flash discounts and family-friendly pop-ups offering free treats.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>You can <a href=\"https:\/\/loopla.com\/blog\/london-loop\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">sign up here to join them<\/a>.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">But for our 25 favourite kids&#8217; activities in London this month, stay on this page.<\/p>\n\n\n<p><!-- ===================================================================\n     LOOPLA \u2014 Fun things to do with kids in London this September\n     Event sections + FAQs. Intro to be added separately.\n     Jump link anchors: #age-0-4, #age-5-8, #age-9-plus\n     =================================================================== --><\/p>\n\n\n<h2 id=\"age-0-4\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Fun things to do in London with kids aged under 5 this month<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The best things to do in London with kids aged 0 to 4 this September include Polka Theatre&#8217;s Big Dreams Festival and a new Pip + Posy show. This section covers baby theatre, sensory play and toddler-friendly music sessions across the city.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For more ideas, see our guides to the <a href=\"https:\/\/loopla.com\/blog\/things-to-do-toddlers-london\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">best things to do with toddlers in London<\/a> and the <a href=\"https:\/\/loopla.com\/blog\/london-shows-for-toddlers\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">best toddler theatre<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><thead><tr><th>Best for?<\/th><th>Loopla&#8217;s pick<\/th><th>Why?<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Under-5s overall<\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/polkatheatre.com\/big-dreams-festival\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Polka Theatre Big Dreams Festival<\/a><\/td><td>Two days of interactive shows, a family rave and a baby afterparty at London&#8217;s top toddler theatre.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Babies<\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/grandjunction.org.uk\/product\/a-tale-of-us\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">A Tale of Us<\/a><\/td><td>A multi-sensory play made for babies and new parents, with a Stay and Play session afterwards.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>2 year olds<\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.littleangeltheatre.com\/whats-on\/pip-and-posy-live-on-stage\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Pip + Posy Live on Stage<\/a><\/td><td>The first chance to see the picture-book duo live, in a show described as lively but gentle.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>3 year olds<\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/loopla.com\/business\/arts-depot\/hay\/29715\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">HAY!<\/a><\/td><td>A scarecrow story told through music, clowning and dance, from a CBeebies star&#8217;s theatre company.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Free fun<\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.npg.org.uk\/whatson\/event-root\/little-explorers\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">National Portrait Gallery Little Explorers<\/a><\/td><td>A free 30-minute session of songs and activities inside the world&#8217;s largest collection of famous faces.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Polka Theatre Big Dreams Theatre Festival<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Polka Theatre is London&#8217;s top theatre for toddlers this summer, which they&#8217;re set to end on a high note. <a href=\"https:\/\/polkatheatre.com\/big-dreams-festival\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Big Dreams Festival<\/a> is their big summer event. It will feature a bunch of interactive shows with the likes of MC Grammar and mesmeric puppets. On top of those, Polka will host a family rave, &#8216;Dancing with Colours&#8217; and a multi-sensory afterparty for babies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Event details<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Dates:<\/strong> Saturday 19 to Sunday 20 September 2026<br><strong>Where:<\/strong> Polka Theatre, SW19<br><strong>Ages:<\/strong> 0 to 8 years<br><strong>Price:<\/strong> Tickets \u00a313<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/polkatheatre.com\/big-dreams-festival\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">See more<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>National Portrait Gallery Little Explorers<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"682\" src=\"https:\/\/loopla.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/things_to_do_kids_in_london_National_Portait_Gallery-1024x682.jpg\" alt=\"Toddlers holding candles during a Little Explorers session at the National Portrait Gallery, one of many things to do with kids in London\" class=\"wp-image-9320\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loopla.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/things_to_do_kids_in_london_National_Portait_Gallery-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/loopla.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/things_to_do_kids_in_london_National_Portait_Gallery-767x511.jpg 767w, https:\/\/loopla.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/things_to_do_kids_in_london_National_Portait_Gallery-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loopla.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/things_to_do_kids_in_london_National_Portait_Gallery-2048x1365.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The National Portrait Gallery is the world&#8217;s largest collection of famous faces. Through songs and fun activities, their 30-minute <a href=\"https:\/\/www.npg.org.uk\/whatson\/event-root\/little-explorers\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Little Explorers<\/a> sessions for kids explore the stories behind them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Because it&#8217;s a free event at such an amazing venue, tickets for Little Explorers usually sell out fast. But if you miss out, just set a reminder for ticket releases on future sessions. These happen 3 weeks before each event, which usually take place on mid-month Wednesdays.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Event details<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Dates:<\/strong> Wednesday 16 September 2026<br><strong>Where:<\/strong> National Portrait Gallery, WC2H<br><strong>Ages:<\/strong> 2 years and up<br><strong>Price:<\/strong> Free<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.npg.org.uk\/whatson\/event-root\/little-explorers\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">See more<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Pip + Posy Live on Stage<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This brand-new show is the perfect treat for fans of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.littleangeltheatre.com\/whats-on\/pip-and-posy-live-on-stage\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Pip and Posy<\/a>. It will be your first chance to see the duo live on stage. Other favourites like Mo and Jamila will come along for the ride, which will take the gang through jungles, swamps and up into the sky on a big red balloon. We&#8217;re excited to see how they bring all of this to life through puppets and sets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The 50-minute show is described as lively but gentle. You can expect enough toe-tapping songs and interactive play to keep a young audience engaged.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Event details<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Dates:<\/strong> Saturday 19 September to Sunday 22 November 2026<br><strong>Where:<\/strong> Little Angel Theatre, N1<br><strong>Ages:<\/strong> 2 to 5 years<br><strong>Price:<\/strong> Kids&#8217; tickets from \u00a314<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.littleangeltheatre.com\/whats-on\/pip-and-posy-live-on-stage\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">See more<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>A Tale of Us<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/grandjunction.org.uk\/product\/a-tale-of-us\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">A Tale of Us<\/a> is the best baby-focused show we found playing in London this September. It&#8217;s a multi-sensory play made for both babies and their fledgling parents. The story follows Ivy and her little one over their first year of life together.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Performances of A Tale of Us last an hour. They are followed by a guided Stay and Play session, which also makes this event a great way to make friends with fellow new parents.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Event details<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Dates:<\/strong> Wednesday 16 September 2026<br><strong>Where:<\/strong> Grand Junction, W2<br><strong>Ages:<\/strong> 0 to 18 months<br><strong>Price:<\/strong> Pay what you can (\u00a37 recommended)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/grandjunction.org.uk\/product\/a-tale-of-us\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">See more<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>HAY!<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/loopla.com\/business\/arts-depot\/hay\/29715\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">HAY!<\/a> is a 50-minute show aimed at slightly older tots that uses just a single word: &#8220;Hay!&#8221;. Mostly told through music, clowning and dance, the story is about a scarecrow who sees the natural world for the first time and longs to fly. HAY! was created by CBeebies star Patrick Lynch, whose Lyngo Theatre company has been making toddler shows for over two decades.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Event details<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Dates:<\/strong> Sunday 27 September 2026<br><strong>Where:<\/strong> artsdepot, N12<br><strong>Ages:<\/strong> 3 to 5 years<br><strong>Price:<\/strong> Tickets from \u00a313.75<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/loopla.com\/business\/arts-depot\/hay\/29715\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">See more<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>More great September activities for kids aged under 5<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/loopla.com\/business\/boppin-bunnies\/boppin-bunnies-interactive-music-september\/31427\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Boppin&#8217; Bunnies Interactive Music<\/a><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Dates:<\/strong> Saturday 26 September 2026<br><strong>Where:<\/strong> Tranquil Hall, SE3<br><strong>Ages:<\/strong> 0 to 5 years<br><strong>Price:<\/strong> Tickets from \u00a36<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/loopla.com\/business\/boppin-bunnies\/boppin-bunnies-interactive-music-september\/31427\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">See more<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/loopla.com\/business\/estorick-collection-of-modern-italian-art\/mini-marvels\/31648\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Mini Marvels: Early Years Sensory Play<\/a><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Dates:<\/strong> Every Wednesday until 24 November 2026<br><strong>Where:<\/strong> Estorick Collection, N1<br><strong>Ages:<\/strong> 0 to 4 years<br><strong>Price:<\/strong> \u00a39.50 per workshop<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/loopla.com\/business\/estorick-collection-of-modern-italian-art\/mini-marvels\/31648\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">See more<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/frameless.com\/multi-sensory-tots-classes\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Frameless&#8217; Multi-Sensory Tots Class<\/a><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Dates:<\/strong> Friday 11 September 2026<br><strong>Where:<\/strong> Frameless, W1H<br><strong>Ages:<\/strong> 1 to 4 years<br><strong>Price:<\/strong> \u00a314.50 for an adult and toddler ticket<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/frameless.com\/multi-sensory-tots-classes\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">See more<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"age-5-8\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Where to take kids aged 5-8 in London this September<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The best things to do in London with kids aged 5 to 8 this September include free Open House crafts and an MC Grammar show. This section covers hands-on making, storytelling in grand settings and free outdoor festivals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><thead><tr><th>Best for?<\/th><th>Loopla&#8217;s pick<\/th><th>Why?<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Free fun<\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/programme.openhouse.org.uk\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Open House Festival<\/a><\/td><td>Hundreds of buildings open for free, including craft sessions in an underground Roman temple.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>5 to 8s overall<\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.leicestersquaretheatre.com\/show\/mc-grammar-the-mic-drop-tour\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">MC Grammar: The MIC DROP Tour<\/a><\/td><td>An hour of rapping and dancing from the award-winning kids&#8217; entertainer, in the West End.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>7 year olds<\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rct.uk\/event\/greek-myths-and-legends-09-2026\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Greek Myths + Legends<\/a><\/td><td>Storytelling in Buckingham Palace&#8217;s Marble Hall, surrounded by statues of the characters.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>The whole family<\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/batterseapowerstation.co.uk\/celebrasia\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">celebrASIA<\/a><\/td><td>Three days of performances, street food, craft workshops and an 11-country explorer trail.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>MC Grammar: The MIC DROP Tour<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/loopla.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/things_to_do_kids_london_mc_grammar-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"MC Grammar holding a microphone and a book, whose MIC DROP Tour is one of many things to do with kids in London\" class=\"wp-image-9318\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loopla.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/things_to_do_kids_london_mc_grammar-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/loopla.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/things_to_do_kids_london_mc_grammar-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loopla.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/things_to_do_kids_london_mc_grammar-766x431.jpg 766w, https:\/\/loopla.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/things_to_do_kids_london_mc_grammar-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loopla.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/things_to_do_kids_london_mc_grammar-2048x1152.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.leicestersquaretheatre.com\/show\/mc-grammar-the-mic-drop-tour\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">MC Grammar<\/a> is one of the most beloved kids&#8217; entertainers around right now. In February, he won the Ruth Rendell Award, given to the person to have the most positive impact on literacy in the UK the previous year. The next month he set a new Guinness World Record for the biggest rap lesson.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Your next chance to see MC Grammar live on stage is at Leicester Square Theatre in mid-September. His new 1-hour MIC DROP show promises &#8216;uncontrollable laughing, unexpected dancing and partying parents.&#8217;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Event details<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Dates:<\/strong> Saturday 12 September 2026<br><strong>Where:<\/strong> Leicester Square Theatre, WC2H<br><strong>Ages:<\/strong> 4 years and up<br><strong>Price:<\/strong> From \u00a320<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.leicestersquaretheatre.com\/show\/mc-grammar-the-mic-drop-tour\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">See more<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Open House Festival 2026<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/loopla.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/things_to_do_kids_london_mithraeum-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"A young girl gluing tiles onto a clay pot at a craft workshop, one of many things to do with kids in London\" class=\"wp-image-9317\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loopla.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/things_to_do_kids_london_mithraeum-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/loopla.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/things_to_do_kids_london_mithraeum-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loopla.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/things_to_do_kids_london_mithraeum-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loopla.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/things_to_do_kids_london_mithraeum-1536x1025.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loopla.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/things_to_do_kids_london_mithraeum-2048x1366.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/programme.openhouse.org.uk\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Open House London<\/a> is the largest festival of its kind in the world. Once a year, hundreds of locations across the city open to the public. Some of these are private, others are public spaces that put on free events. One example of the latter is Soho Square Gardens&#8217; <a href=\"https:\/\/programme.openhouse.org.uk\/listings\/13448\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">West End Festival<\/a>, a day of music and dance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">One of the most kid-friendly Open House events we&#8217;ve seen takes place in the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.londonmithraeum.com\/events\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">London Mithraeum<\/a>. As an underground Roman temple, few places deserve the label &#8216;hidden gem&#8217; more than this museum. On Saturday 12 September, they will be running a special day of family crafts where kids can make their own sculptures.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Event details<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Dates:<\/strong> Saturday 12 to Sunday 20 September 2026<br><strong>Where:<\/strong> London-wide<br><strong>Ages:<\/strong> Varies by event<br><strong>Price:<\/strong> Free<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/programme.openhouse.org.uk\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">See more<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Greek Myths + Legends<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For kids too young for The Odyssey, Buckingham Palace&#8217;s <a href=\"https:\/\/www.rct.uk\/event\/greek-myths-and-legends-09-2026\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Greek Myths and Legends<\/a> event might be the next best thing. In special storytelling performances, they&#8217;ll hear the tales of figures like Penelope and Narcissus. Perhaps the best thing about this event is its truly immersive setting, though. It takes place in the Palace&#8217;s grand Marble Hall, where you&#8217;ll be surrounded by statues of the very characters mentioned above.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Event details<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Dates:<\/strong> Saturday 5 to Sunday 6 September 2026<br><strong>Where:<\/strong> Buckingham Palace, SW1A<br><strong>Ages:<\/strong> Best for 7 years and up<br><strong>Price:<\/strong> Free with Palace entry (from \u00a316.50 for kids)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.rct.uk\/event\/greek-myths-and-legends-09-2026\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">See more<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>celebrASIA<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/batterseapowerstation.co.uk\/celebrasia\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">celebrASIA<\/a> is a three-day celebration of South East Asian culture at Battersea Power Station involving live performances, tasty street food and kids&#8217; activities. The paid workshops will show little ones how to do things like paint fans, weave wall art and concoct &#8216;Tiger Slime&#8217;. Young explorers can also follow The Grand Tour trail around the Power Station, discovering facts about 11 South East Asian countries. As a reward, those who complete it get a special explorer sticker and stamp.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Event details<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Dates:<\/strong> Friday 11 to Sunday 13 September 2026<br><strong>Where:<\/strong> Battersea Power Station, SW11<br><strong>Ages:<\/strong> All ages (workshops vary)<br><strong>Price:<\/strong> Mix of free and ticketed activities<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/batterseapowerstation.co.uk\/celebrasia\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">See more<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Make sculptures in a Magic Garden<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This month, V&amp;A South Kensington is inviting kids to make their own sculptures with recycled and reused materials in its <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vam.ac.uk\/event\/gWbpEQNVZM\/the-magic-garden-2026\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Magic Garden<\/a>. The free drop-in sessions are led by a resident artist, who will show little creators how to take inspiration from nature.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Event details<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Dates:<\/strong> Saturday 12 September 2026<br><strong>Where:<\/strong> V&amp;A South Kensington, SW7<br><strong>Ages:<\/strong> 5 years and up<br><strong>Price:<\/strong> Free<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.vam.ac.uk\/event\/gWbpEQNVZM\/the-magic-garden-2026\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">See more<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>More great September activities for kids aged 5 to 8<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.london.gov.uk\/events\/black-square-2026\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Black On The Square 2026<\/a><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Dates:<\/strong> Saturday 5 September 2026<br><strong>Where:<\/strong> Trafalgar Square, WC2N<br><strong>Ages:<\/strong> All ages<br><strong>Price:<\/strong> Free<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.london.gov.uk\/events\/black-square-2026\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">See more<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/surreydocksfarm.org.uk\/events\/harvest-festival\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Surrey Docks Farm Harvest Festival<\/a><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Dates:<\/strong> Saturday 12 September 2026<br><strong>Where:<\/strong> Surrey Docks Farm, SE16<br><strong>Ages:<\/strong> All ages<br><strong>Price:<\/strong> Free<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/surreydocksfarm.org.uk\/events\/harvest-festival\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">See more<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/lyric.co.uk\/shows\/the-dreamings-of-captain-cat\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">The Dreamings of Captain Cat<\/a><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Dates:<\/strong> Saturday 19 September 2026<br><strong>Where:<\/strong> Lyric Hammersmith Theatre, W6<br><strong>Ages:<\/strong> 4 years and up<br><strong>Price:<\/strong> From \u00a312<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/lyric.co.uk\/shows\/the-dreamings-of-captain-cat\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">See more<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"age-9-plus\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Where should I take kids aged 9 years+ in London this month?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The best things to do in London with kids aged 9 and over this September include a month-long river festival and a fun run through London Zoo. This section covers immersive exhibitions, live music and events older kids can take part in themselves.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><thead><tr><th>Best for?<\/th><th>Loopla&#8217;s pick<\/th><th>Why?<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>9+ overall<\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/thamesfestivaltrust.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Totally Thames Festival 2026<\/a><\/td><td>A month of workshops, performances and river events across 20 London boroughs.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>9 and 10 year olds<\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.londonzoo.org\/plan-your-visit\/events\/run-wild-london-zoo\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Run Wild at London Zoo<\/a><\/td><td>The 1-mile route (entirely within the zoo) makes this a great first fun run for this age group.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>11 year olds and up<\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/book.loopla.com\/luminescence\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Luminiscence: Immersive Concert<\/a><\/td><td>A 360\u00b0 light show across the walls and ceiling of Westminster Cathedral, narrated by Hugh Bonneville.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>The whole family<\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/book.loopla.com\/london\/water-lantern-festival\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Water Lantern Festival<\/a><\/td><td>Everyone gets a lantern to decorate and float, so nobody is too young or too old to join in.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Totally Thames Festival 2026<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"725\" src=\"https:\/\/loopla.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/things_to_do_with_kids_london_totally_thames-1024x725.jpg\" alt=\"Families mudlarking on the Thames foreshore below a DLR line, one of many things to do with kids in London\" class=\"wp-image-9319\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loopla.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/things_to_do_with_kids_london_totally_thames-1024x725.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/loopla.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/things_to_do_with_kids_london_totally_thames-300x213.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loopla.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/things_to_do_with_kids_london_totally_thames-768x544.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loopla.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/things_to_do_with_kids_london_totally_thames-1536x1088.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loopla.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/things_to_do_with_kids_london_totally_thames.jpg 1897w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/thamesfestivaltrust.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Totally Thames Festival<\/a> is a month-long celebration of London&#8217;s famous river. Workshops, live performances and all sorts of events will take place in 20 different boroughs. You can see a <a href=\"https:\/\/thamesfestivaltrust.org\/whats-on\/shakespeares-the-tempest-aboard-the-golden-hinde-26513\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Shakespeare play<\/a> performed above the Golden Hinde ship on the south bank. Other highlights include <a href=\"https:\/\/thamesfestivaltrust.org\/whats-on\/kids-choir-2026-26847\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Kids Choir 2026<\/a> on the steps of St Paul&#8217;s and <a href=\"https:\/\/thamesfestivaltrust.org\/whats-on\/creekside-open-day-26836\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Creekside wildlife activities<\/a> in Deptford.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Event details<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Dates:<\/strong> Thursday 27 August to Tuesday 6 October 2026<br><strong>Where:<\/strong> London-wide<br><strong>Ages:<\/strong> 9 years and up<br><strong>Price:<\/strong> Varies by event<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/thamesfestivaltrust.org\/artistic-programme\/totally-thames\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">See more<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Water Lantern Festival<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The <a href=\"https:\/\/feverup.com\/m\/701128\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Water Lantern Festival<\/a> has been making lakes and ponds glow all over the world all year. Next, it&#8217;s London&#8217;s turn. On entry, you get a lantern to decorate with doodles and special messages. As you wait to float them on the water, there will be plenty of food, entertainment and even a treasure trail to enjoy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Event details<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Dates:<\/strong> Saturday 19 to Sunday 20 September 2026<br><strong>Where:<\/strong> Clapham Common, SW4<br><strong>Ages:<\/strong> All ages<br><strong>Price:<\/strong> From \u00a327.90<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/feverup.com\/m\/701128\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">See more<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Run Wild at London Zoo<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/book.loopla.com\/zsl\/run-wild\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Run Wild<\/a> is a fundraising event where families get to race around London Zoo. Every pound raised goes toward protecting endangered animals like tigers. You can choose between a 1-mile route or stretch to 5km. The latter loops through Regent&#8217;s Park and back into the zoo. They recommend that one for kids aged 11 and up.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A special medal awaits you at the Run Wild finish line, plus a cuddly tiger toy if you raise \u00a380 or more. You then have the rest of the day to tour the Zoo, exploring some of the wildlife you helped support.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Event details<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Dates:<\/strong> Sunday 20 September 2026<br><strong>Where:<\/strong> London Zoo, NW1<br><strong>Ages:<\/strong> 9 years and up<br><strong>Price:<\/strong> \u00a335 to register<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/book.loopla.com\/zsl\/run-wild\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">See more<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>House of Dreamers<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/book.loopla.com\/house-of-dreamers\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">House of Dreamers<\/a> is an immersive exhibition at Immerse LDN. The walk-through takes families through sixteen separate dream worlds. In less than a couple of hours, kids can see an enchanted forest, cloudscapes and a hall of magic mirrors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Event details<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Dates:<\/strong> Until Saturday 31 October 2026<br><strong>Where:<\/strong> Immerse LDN, E16<br><strong>Ages:<\/strong> All ages<br><strong>Price:<\/strong> Kids&#8217; tickets from \u00a323.90<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/book.loopla.com\/house-of-dreamers\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">See more<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Luminiscence: Immersive Concert<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/book.loopla.com\/luminescence\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Luminiscence<\/a> is a 50-minute immersive concert that floods Westminster Cathedral with a musical light show. The 360\u00b0 video projection means the light and colour cover the windows, walls, pillars and ceiling of the cathedral. The show itself tells the story of London and is voiced by actor Hugh Bonneville. Younger audiences and families may recognise his voice from Paddington.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We recommend this for older kids, especially those into history. Westminster Cathedral by itself is an awe-inspiring venue. It&#8217;s also perhaps a bit overlooked in our opinion, thanks to major attractions nearby like Big Ben and Buckingham Palace.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Event details<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Dates:<\/strong> Until Saturday 26 September 2026<br><strong>Where:<\/strong> Westminster Cathedral, SW1P<br><strong>Ages:<\/strong> 11 years and up<br><strong>Price:<\/strong> Tickets from \u00a332.50<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/book.loopla.com\/luminescence\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">See more<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>More great September activities for kids aged 9 years and over<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.roseplayhouse.org.uk\/whats-on\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Rose-A-Thon 2026<\/a><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Dates:<\/strong> Saturday 19 September 2026<br><strong>Where:<\/strong> The Rose Playhouse, SE1<br><strong>Ages:<\/strong> 9 years and up<br><strong>Price:<\/strong> \u00a35 to watch, \u00a310 to take part<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.roseplayhouse.org.uk\/whats-on\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">See more<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.royalalberthall.com\/tickets\/events\/2026\/harry-potter-and-the-philosophers-stone-in-concert\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Harry Potter and the Philosopher&#8217;s Stone In Concert<\/a><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Dates:<\/strong> Friday 25 to Sunday 27 September 2026<br><strong>Where:<\/strong> Royal Albert Hall, SW7<br><strong>Ages:<\/strong> 9 years and up<br><strong>Price:<\/strong> Tickets from \u00a320 (standing)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.royalalberthall.com\/tickets\/events\/2026\/harry-potter-and-the-philosophers-stone-in-concert\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">See more<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/feverup.com\/m\/674519\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">World Premiere: Fleurs de Villes DIANA<\/a><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Dates:<\/strong> Wednesday 16 September to Tuesday 6 October 2026<br><strong>Where:<\/strong> Somerset House, WC2R<br><strong>Ages:<\/strong> 9 years and up<br><strong>Price:<\/strong> Kids&#8217; tickets from \u00a320.25<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/feverup.com\/m\/674519\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">See more<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/loopla.com\/business\/eclipso-immersive-entertainment\/titanic-echoes-from-the-past-vr-exhibition\/31188\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Titanic: Echoes from the Past<\/a><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Dates:<\/strong> Until Saturday 31 October 2026<br><strong>Where:<\/strong> Eclipso, NW1<br><strong>Ages:<\/strong> 9 years and up<br><strong>Price:<\/strong> Kids&#8217; tickets from \u00a319.50<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/loopla.com\/business\/eclipso-immersive-entertainment\/titanic-echoes-from-the-past-vr-exhibition\/31188\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">See more<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"faqs\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Common questions about things to do with kids in London<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n<div id=\"rank-math-faq\" class=\"rank-math-block\">\n<div class=\"rank-math-list \">\n<div id=\"faq-question-1782312646896\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><strong>What free things can I do with kids in London in September 2026?<\/strong><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Free things to do with kids in London in September 2026 include Little Explorers at the National Portrait Gallery, family crafts at the London Mithraeum and sculpture-making in the V&amp;A&#8217;s Magic Garden.<\/p>\n<p>Surrey Docks Farm&#8217;s Harvest Festival is free too, as is Black On The Square in Trafalgar Square on 5 September. The Mithraeum crafts are part of Open House London, which opens hundreds of buildings to the public for free each September.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1782312670145\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><strong>What can I do with a 4 year old in London in September?<\/strong><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>In London this September, a 4 year old can see HAY!, a near-wordless show about a scarecrow who longs to fly. Polka Theatre&#8217;s Big Dreams Festival also runs interactive shows, a family rave and puppet performances over one weekend.<\/p>\n<p>Pip + Posy Live on Stage suits 4 year olds as well, and runs into November. For something free, try Little Explorers at the National Portrait Gallery.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1782312701565\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><strong>Which part of London is best for kids?<\/strong><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>One of the best parts of London for kids is Greenwich. It has Greenwich Park, the Cutty Sark and the National Maritime Museum all close together.<\/p>\n<p>The South Bank is the best part of London for kids if you want lots of major attractions in one area. Within a short riverside walk you have the London Eye, Big Ben and the Southbank Centre.<\/p>\n<p>The Tower of London was the most visited paid attraction in the UK in 2025. (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.alva.org.uk\/details.cfm?p=423\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">2<\/a>) You can pair a family trip there with a show at the Unicorn Theatre, just across the bridge.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1782312721740\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><strong>What are some free museums in London?<\/strong><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>One of the <a href=\"https:\/\/loopla.com\/blog\/london-museums-kids\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">best free London museums for kids<\/a> is the Young V&amp;A in Bethnal Green. It won the Council of Europe Museum Prize 2026. (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.museumsassociation.org\/museums-journal\/news\/2025\/12\/young-va-wins-european-museum-prize\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">3<\/a>)<\/p>\n<p>The Natural History Museum, Science Museum and British Museum are also free to enter, though some special exhibitions are ticketed. V&amp;A South Kensington is free too, and hosts free drop-in sculpture sessions this September.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1782312737717\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><strong>How do I find more kids&#8217; activities in London?<\/strong><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>To find more kids&#8217; activities in London <a href=\"https:\/\/loopla.com\/search\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">search Loopla by date, age and location<\/a>. New classes, shows and events are added all the time. You can also <a href=\"https:\/\/loopla.com\/blog\/london-loop\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">sign up to our weekly newsletter for parents<\/a>, where we round up what&#8217;s on, plus flash discounts and free family pop-ups.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>References<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Pod, <em>New research from Pod finds &#8216;back to school&#8217; the most stressful time of year for UK parents<\/em> (survey of 2,000 UK parents with school-age children, 2 September 2025). <a href=\"https:\/\/podenergy.com\/news\/back-to-school-stress\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">View source<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>ALVA (Association of Leading Visitor Attractions), <em>2025 Visitor Figures<\/em>. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.alva.org.uk\/details.cfm?p=423\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">View source<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Museums Association, &#8220;Young V&amp;A wins European museum prize&#8221;, 3 December 2025. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.museumsassociation.org\/museums-journal\/news\/2025\/12\/young-va-wins-european-museum-prize\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">View source<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>How to save time and money, without missing magical family experiences<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When it comes to planning family fun, sorting through what&#8217;s worth your time and money is half the battle. Loopla&#8217;s weekly newsletter for London parents does the legwork for you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Every week, our 30,000 subscribers get:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Family-friendly deals and discounts<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Details for around 10 free family events<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A heads-up on popular events we think might sell out fast<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u2728 <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/loopla.com\/blog\/london-loop\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Subscribe to the Loopla newsletter here or below<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The 25 best things to do with kids in London in September 2026 by age group. 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