{"id":5993,"date":"2026-06-16T13:30:48","date_gmt":"2026-06-16T12:30:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/events.loopla.com\/?p=5993"},"modified":"2026-06-23T15:02:43","modified_gmt":"2026-06-23T14:02:43","slug":"london-shows-for-toddlers","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/loopla.com\/blog\/london-shows-for-toddlers","title":{"rendered":"Toddler theatre shows in London 2026: The best by age group"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">London has no shortage of theatre shows. But when you\u2019re heading out with a baby or toddler in tow, you need a very specific kind of performance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Little ones need something short, simple and full of energy, with puppets, music and plenty of flexibility to feed, wriggle and wander. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Many mainstream <a href=\"https:\/\/loopla.com\/blog\/west-end-shows-teenagers\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>West End shows<\/strong><\/a> don\u2019t admit under-3s. So for 0\u20132s, we recommend children\u2019s theatres and relaxed performances created with babies and toddlers in mind.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Read on for Loopla\u2019s favourite baby and toddler theatre shows in London, updated 16 June 2026.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Each was designed for very young audiences. Many even welcome under-2s.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We grouped these toddler theatre shows by age guidance. Click below to jump ahead.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong><a href=\"#baby\">London toddler shows for 0\u20132 years<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"#2\">Upcoming theatre shows for 2 year olds in London<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"#3\">London theatre shows for older toddlers (3 years+)<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Or if you&#8217;re in a hurry, pick from our quick-read table of London toddler theatre:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><thead><tr><th class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Who for?<\/th><th class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Loopla&#8217;s pick<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Babies<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\"><a href=\"https:\/\/book.loopla.com\/bach-to-baby\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Bach to Baby<\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Under-2s<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.southbankcentre.co.uk\/whats-on\/cbeebies-house-party-live\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">CBeebies House Party Live<\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">2 years+<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\"><a href=\"https:\/\/book.loopla.com\/new-wimbledon-theatre\/blueys-big-play\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Bluey&#8217;s Big Play<\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">3 years+<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\"><a href=\"https:\/\/polkatheatre.com\/event\/theres-a-tiger-in-the-garden\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">There&#8217;s a Tiger in the Garden<\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Budding artists<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.jacksonslane.org.uk\/events\/splat\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Splat!<\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Mini music fans<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\"><a href=\"https:\/\/lyric.co.uk\/shows\/young-macdonald-had-a-farm\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Young MacDonald Wants a Farm<\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Nature lovers<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.jacksonslane.org.uk\/events\/mother-deer\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Mother Deer<\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Outdoorsy toddlers<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\"><a href=\"https:\/\/book.loopla.com\/the-big-bad-wolf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">The Big Bad Wolf<\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Julia Donaldson fans<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\"><a href=\"https:\/\/book.loopla.com\/cadogan-hall\/zog\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Zog<\/a><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Beyond theatre, we also have a guide on <a href=\"https:\/\/loopla.com\/blog\/things-to-do-toddlers-london\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">things to do with toddlers in London<\/a>. It covers free activities, outdoor fun, cuddly animals and more.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"baby\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>London toddler shows for 0\u20132 years<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Bach to Baby Family Concerts<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/book.loopla.com\/bach-to-baby\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\" noreferrer noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"750\" height=\"498\" src=\"https:\/\/loopla.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Screenshot-2025-09-11-at-18.37.35.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-7634\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loopla.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Screenshot-2025-09-11-at-18.37.35.png 750w, https:\/\/loopla.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Screenshot-2025-09-11-at-18.37.35-300x199.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/book.loopla.com\/bach-to-baby\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Bach to Baby<\/a> host relaxed live music concerts for babies, toddlers and their grown-ups. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Professional musicians perform a mix of classical favourites alongside jazz, folk and themed programmes. They do so while creating an environment where tots are free to move around, make noise or take a break as needed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Concerts typically last around 45 minutes and take place in family-friendly venues across London. Click below to browse upcoming dates.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u200b<strong>Event details<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Ages:<\/strong> 0-4 years<br><strong>When:<\/strong> Various dates this summer<br><strong>Where:<\/strong> Locations across London<br><strong>Prices:<\/strong> From \u00a316<\/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\/bach-to-baby\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">See more<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>\u200bBoppin\u2019 Bunnies Interactive Music Show<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/loopla.com\/business\/boppin-bunnies?type=events-and-activities\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\" noreferrer noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"477\" height=\"314\" src=\"https:\/\/loopla.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Screenshot-2026-03-07-at-09.58.19.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-8672\" style=\"width:567px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loopla.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Screenshot-2026-03-07-at-09.58.19.jpg 477w, https:\/\/loopla.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Screenshot-2026-03-07-at-09.58.19-300x197.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 477px) 100vw, 477px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/loopla.com\/business\/boppin-bunnies\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Boppin\u2019 Bunnies<\/a> are award-winning specialists in music for babies, toddlers and pre-schoolers aged 0 to 4 years (with under-1s able to join sessions for free).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Their structured classes are led by professional musicians. Toddlers get to explore instruments, sounds and simple sensory props with their grown-ups. You can also expect plenty of space for wriggling, dancing and snack breaks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As well as classes, Boppin&#8217; Bunnies often do special one-off music shows. We&#8217;ll let you know when and where to find upcoming events if you <a href=\"https:\/\/loopla.com\/blog\/london-loop\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">sign up for Loopla&#8217;s free newsletter for parents<\/a>. We also include free events and pop-ups, along with special deals that could save you money on your next day of family fun.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u200b<strong>Event details<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Ages:<\/strong> 0\u20134 years<br><strong>When:<\/strong> Tuesdays, Wednesdays + Fridays <br><strong>Where: <\/strong>Various locations in South-East London<br><strong>Prices: <\/strong>Tickets from \u00a39; under\u20111s 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:\/\/loopla.com\/business\/boppin-bunnies?type=events-and-activities\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">See more<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>CBeebies House Party Live<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.southbankcentre.co.uk\/whats-on\/cbeebies-house-party-live\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">CBeebies House Party Live<\/a> has been dubbed &#8216;Glastonbury for kids!&#8217;. TV favourites including Mr Tumble and Duggee lead the party from the stage, running through songs many toddlers will know by heart.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Little ones get to dance along amid the sort of fun you can&#8217;t enjoy through a screen: streamers, giant jellies and bubbles.<\/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>Ages:<\/strong> 0\u20136 years<br><strong>When:<\/strong> Tuesday 25 August 2026<br><strong>Where:<\/strong> Southbank Centre, SE1<br><strong>Prices:<\/strong> From \u00a324<\/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.southbankcentre.co.uk\/whats-on\/cbeebies-house-party-live\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">See more<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Pirates Love Underpants<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/lyric.co.uk\/shows\/pirates-love-underpants\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Pirates Love Underpants<\/a> is a treasure hunt with a twist. A crew of pirates sets sail in search of the fabled Pants of Gold. Along the way they dodge crocodiles, cross Three Pants Ridge and spot sharks in fancy underwear.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Featuring puppets and music, this 50-minute show is an easy win for toddlers who already love the picture book.<\/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>Ages:<\/strong> 1 year+<br><strong>When:<\/strong> Wednesday 22 \u2013 Sunday 26 July 2026<br><strong>Where:<\/strong> Lyric Hammersmith, W6<br><strong>Prices:<\/strong> From \u00a315<\/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\/pirates-love-underpants\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">See more<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"2\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Upcoming theatre shows for 2 year olds in London<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>\u200bThe Flying Bath<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.littleangeltheatre.com\/whats-on\/the-flying-bath-2\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\" noreferrer noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"732\" src=\"https:\/\/loopla.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Screenshot-2026-03-07-at-10.49.48-1024x732.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-8689\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loopla.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Screenshot-2026-03-07-at-10.49.48-1024x732.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/loopla.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Screenshot-2026-03-07-at-10.49.48-300x214.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loopla.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Screenshot-2026-03-07-at-10.49.48-768x549.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loopla.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Screenshot-2026-03-07-at-10.49.48.jpg 1069w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.littleangeltheatre.com\/whats-on\/the-flying-bath-2\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">The Flying Bath<\/a>&nbsp;is a puppet adaptation of the Julia Donaldson and David Roberts picture book, following bath toys who swoosh off on watery rescue missions when their family goes out. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Using simple storytelling, songs and plenty of visual fun, the show is designed for a short attention span. Little Angel also offers relaxed performances of The Flying Bath, with softer lighting, open doors and a more flexible approach to noise and movement.<\/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>Ages:<\/strong> 2\u20135 years<br><strong>When: <\/strong>Till Sunday 12 July 2026<br><strong>Where:<\/strong> Little Angel Theatre, Islington, N1<br><strong>Prices<\/strong>: From around \u00a38.50\u2013\u00a316 (varies by performance)<\/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\/the-flying-bath-2\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">See more<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Teddy Bear&#8217;s Picnic<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/lyric.co.uk\/shows\/teddy-bears-picnic\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Teddy Bear&#8217;s Picnic<\/a> is a good first-show option for younger toddlers who might find a theatre setting overwhelming. At least one familiar friend will also be in the audience to comfort them if needed, as kids are encouraged to bring their favourite bear along.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The show itself uses puppets, songs and dancing to follow a group of friends trying to get to the picnic on time. Numbers, colours and shapes are also woven into the story, so kids pick up a bit of learning too.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It&#8217;s the work of Rah Rah Theatre Company, who have been touring the show for twelve years.<\/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>Ages:<\/strong> 2-6 years<br><strong>When:<\/strong> Saturday 4 July 2026<br><strong>Where:<\/strong> Lyric Hammersmith, W6<br><strong>Prices:<\/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\/teddy-bears-picnic\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">See more<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Young MacDonald Wants a Farm<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/lyric.co.uk\/shows\/young-macdonald-had-a-farm\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Young MacDonald Wants a Farm<\/a> is one of our top picks here for tots who love music. Like many of the music-led toddler shows on this list, it&#8217;s more like a mini gig than a play.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The story itself is a sequel of sorts to the classic nursery rhyme, with Old MacDonald&#8217;s son seeking to set up a farm to rival his dad&#8217;s. Tots get to enjoy electro music, gentle clowning and playful interaction while finding out whether he pulls it off.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u200b<strong>Event details<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Ages:<\/strong> 2-6 years<br><strong>When:<\/strong> Saturday 27 June 2026<br><strong>Where:<\/strong> Lyric Hammersmith Theatre, W6<br><strong>Prices:<\/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\/young-macdonald-had-a-farm\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">See more<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Bluey&#8217;s Big Play<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This could be a summer highlight for toddlers who happen to be Bluey superfans. Bluey, Bingo, Bandit and Chilli appear on stage as puppets in <a href=\"https:\/\/book.loopla.com\/new-wimbledon-theatre\/blueys-big-play\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Bluey&#8217;s Big Play<\/a>, a brand new story written by the show&#8217;s creator Joe Brumm. Meanwhile, the music comes from its composer, Joff Bush.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The plot follows the classic Bluey formula: Dad wants some afternoon downtime, Bluey and Bingo have other ideas.<\/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>Ages:<\/strong> 2\u20138 years<br><strong>When:<\/strong> Thursday 30 July \u2013 Sunday 2 August 2026<br><strong>Where:<\/strong> New Wimbledon Theatre, SW19<br><strong>Prices:<\/strong> From \u00a320.50<\/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\/new-wimbledon-theatre\/blueys-big-play\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">See more<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Be Like Blippi<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Fans of the TV show won&#8217;t need telling, but Blippi is an endlessly curious presenter who explores how everyday things work.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">He&#8217;s played by Clayton Grimm, who&#8217;s coming to London this August for the <a href=\"https:\/\/book.loopla.com\/the-arts\/be-like-blippi\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Be Like Blippi<\/a> live show.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In a 90-minute interactive adventure, Blippi and his friend Meekah will be getting kids up and moving along to big crowd-pleasers like &#8216;The Excavator Song&#8217; and &#8216;Dino Dance&#8217;. Just be aware that Grimm will be replaced for shows between Wednesday 26 and Sunday 30 August.<\/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>Ages:<\/strong> 2\u20137 years<br><strong>When:<\/strong> Monday 3 \u2013 Sunday 30 August 2026<br><strong>Where:<\/strong> The Arts at Marble Arch, W1H<br><strong>Prices:<\/strong> From \u00a324<\/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\/the-arts\/be-like-blippi\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">See more<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>BubbleArt Show: A Dazzling Bubble Show<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There&#8217;s no story to follow with the <a href=\"https:\/\/book.loopla.com\/bubbleart-show\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">BubbleArt Show<\/a>, but it&#8217;s no less absorbing. Performers completely transform the stage using lights, lasers, music and bubbles of all kinds (giant ones, cascading clouds). From clips we&#8217;ve seen, the most exciting bit is a huge bubble &#8216;tube&#8217; created around a couple of lucky audience members.<\/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>Ages:<\/strong> All ages<br><strong>When:<\/strong> Saturday 8 August 2026<br><strong>Where:<\/strong> Greenwood Theatre, SE1<br><strong>Prices:<\/strong> From \u00a319 (under-2s who don&#8217;t need a seat go 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:\/\/book.loopla.com\/bubbleart-show\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">See more<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"3\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>London theatre shows for older toddlers (3 years+)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>The Tiger Who Came to Tea<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/trh.co.uk\/whatson\/the-tiger-who-came-to-tea\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">The Tiger Who Came to Tea<\/a> is a great pick for a toddler&#8217;s first big-theatre outing to the West End. It runs all summer at Theatre Royal Haymarket, London\u2019s third-oldest playhouse still in use.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Now in its twelfth London season, the musical play was nominated for an Olivier Award for Best Family Entertainment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It is of course based on the Judith Kerr book that most toddlers already know. The famous story is told with songs, sing-along moments and also magic. The illusions were in fact designed by a former president of the Magic Circle.<\/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>Ages:<\/strong> 3 years+<br><strong>When:<\/strong> Monday 22 June \u2013 Saturday 5 September 2026<br><strong>Where:<\/strong> Theatre Royal Haymarket, SW1<br><strong>Prices:<\/strong> From \u00a310<\/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:\/\/trh.co.uk\/whatson\/the-tiger-who-came-to-tea\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">See more<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>There&#8217;s a Tiger in the Garden<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/polkatheatre.com\/event\/theres-a-tiger-in-the-garden\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">There&#8217;s a Tiger in the Garden<\/a> is based on Lizzy Stewart\u2019s award-winning picture book of the same name. It runs for five weeks this summer at Polka Theatre in Wimbledon, a venue built specifically for children&#8217;s shows.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Toddlers have wonderful imaginations, and the story here celebrates this. It follows a girl called Nora who thinks she&#8217;s too old for her grandma&#8217;s make-believe games. Then she finds dragonflies the size of her head, plants that try to eat her toy giraffe, and a polar bear that fishes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For this adaptation, Flock Theatre Makers worked with Lizzy Stewart herself.<\/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>Ages:<\/strong> 3 years+<br><strong>When:<\/strong> Wednesday 8 July \u2013 Sunday 9 August 2026<br><strong>Where:<\/strong> Polka Theatre, Wimbledon, SW19<br><strong>Prices:<\/strong> From \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\/event\/theres-a-tiger-in-the-garden\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">See more<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>The Lion Inside<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.unicorntheatre.com\/events\/the-lion-inside-2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">The Lion Inside<\/a> is a gentle confidence-builder for shyer toddlers. The show follows a small mouse who is fed up with being ignored by the bigger animals. So he sets out to learn how to roar like Lion.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Along the way, he discovers that even the biggest, bossiest creatures get scared sometimes. There&#8217;s a nice takeaway here for little ones: you don\u2019t have to be big to have the heart of a lion.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The show is based on the bestselling picture book by Rachel Bright and Jim Field, and runs at the Unicorn, the UK&#8217;s biggest theatre dedicated to children.<\/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>Ages:<\/strong> 3 years+<br><strong>When:<\/strong> Tuesday 14 July \u2013 Sunday 2 August 2026<br><strong>Where:<\/strong> Unicorn Theatre, London Bridge, SE1<br><strong>Prices:<\/strong> From \u00a310<\/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.unicorntheatre.com\/events\/the-lion-inside-2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">See more<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>The Gruffalo<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"766\" height=\"491\" src=\"https:\/\/loopla.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/b2955bda-gruffalo.jpg\" alt=\"best London shows for toddlers\" class=\"wp-image-6003\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loopla.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/b2955bda-gruffalo.jpg 766w, https:\/\/loopla.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/b2955bda-gruffalo-300x192.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loopla.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/b2955bda-gruffalo-550x353.jpg 550w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 766px) 100vw, 766px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/thelyrictheatre.co.uk\/tickets\/the-gruffalo-2\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">The Gruffalo<\/a> is one of the most popular shows for young kids. Over three million kids have seen Tall Stories&#8217; adaptation since it premiered 25 years ago.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It\u2019s also one of the most interactive on this list of toddler shows. Rather than restage the picture book scene by scene, actors tell it directly to the audience. Every ten minutes or so, they pull children into the action with songs and gentle participation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The show plays at the Lyric Theatre on Shaftesbury Avenue and runs for an hour, well-suited to a three year old&#8217;s attention span.<\/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>Ages:<\/strong> 3 years+<br><strong>When:<\/strong> Friday 17 July \u2013 Sunday 6 September 2026<br><strong>Where:<\/strong> Lyric Theatre, Shaftesbury Avenue, W1<br><strong>Prices:<\/strong> From \u00a310<\/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:\/\/thelyrictheatre.co.uk\/tickets\/the-gruffalo-2\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">See more<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>The Enormous Crocodile<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Roald Dahl stories are rarely suitable for toddlers, but <a href=\"https:\/\/lyric.co.uk\/shows\/the-enormous-crocodile\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">The Enormous Crocodile<\/a> is aimed at 3 year olds and up. In the 55-minute musical, the crocodile is a bumbling, pantomime-style villain whose plan to eat children is played for silliness, not for scares.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.timeout.com\/london\/theatre\/the-enormous-crocodile-review\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Time Out<\/a> actually saw the show\u2019s lack of \u201cdark streak\u201d as a flaw. But if you&#8217;re looking for a softer-edged introduction to Dahl, this is probably what you want.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The show\u2019s fun puppets were widely praised, though, as the villainous croc assembles and disassembles to take on new dastardly disguises.<\/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>Ages:<\/strong> 3 years+<br><strong>When:<\/strong> Wednesday 29 July \u2013 Saturday 22 August 2026<br><strong>Where:<\/strong> Lyric Hammersmith, W6<br><strong>Prices:<\/strong> From \u00a315<\/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-enormous-crocodile\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">See more<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Zog<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There are so many Julia Donaldson-based shows playing in London, but <a href=\"https:\/\/book.loopla.com\/cadogan-hall\/zog\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Zog<\/a> is a standout for many toddlers. It&#8217;s a bigger production than most, with a six-person cast and live music filling (in this case) the grand surroundings of Cadogan Hall.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The story follows an eager young dragon who tries very hard at dragon school but keeps getting things wrong. At its heart is a genuinely important message for little ones: the value of picking yourself up and trying again.<\/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>Ages:<\/strong> 3\u201310 years<br><strong>When:<\/strong> Sunday 2 \u2013 Sunday 23 August 2026<br><strong>Where:<\/strong> Cadogan Hall, SW1X<br><strong>Prices:<\/strong> From \u00a325.37<\/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\/cadogan-hall\/zog\" 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\">Across 50 minutes, this show uses just a single word: &#8220;Hay!&#8221;.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">From then on, it&#8217;s a wordless story (told through music, clowning and dance) about a scarecrow seeing the natural world for the first time and longing to fly. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.jacksonslane.org.uk\/events\/hay\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Hay!<\/a> was created by CBeebies star Patrick Lynch, whose Lyngo Theatre company has been making shows for very young audiences since 2003.<\/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>Ages:<\/strong> 3 years+<br><strong>When:<\/strong> Sunday 20 September 2026 (also Sunday 27 September at artsdepot, N12)<br><strong>Where:<\/strong> Jacksons Lane, Highgate, N6<br><strong>Prices:<\/strong> \u00a310\u2013\u00a325<\/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.jacksonslane.org.uk\/events\/hay\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">See more<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Splat!<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.jacksonslane.org.uk\/events\/splat\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Splat!<\/a> tells the story of the history of art in a way that might strike a chord with older toddlers who share their bedroom with a sibling. It&#8217;s set in an artist&#8217;s studio, where two very different painters are trying to create their next masterpiece. One is tidy and serious, the other messy and mischievous.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Created with deaf artist Brian Duffy, the 55-minute show features no words. The physical comedy, movement and music do all the talking.<\/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>Ages:<\/strong> 3-7 years<br><strong>When:<\/strong> Sunday 13 September 2026<br><strong>Where:<\/strong> Jacksons Lane, Highgate, N6<br><strong>Prices:<\/strong> \u00a310\u2013\u00a325<\/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.jacksonslane.org.uk\/events\/splat\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">See more<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Mother Deer<\/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\/04\/Mother-Deer-toddler-show-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-9168\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loopla.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Mother-Deer-toddler-show-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/loopla.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Mother-Deer-toddler-show-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loopla.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Mother-Deer-toddler-show-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loopla.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Mother-Deer-toddler-show.jpg 1280w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Toddler shows are often silly or full of energy. But for little ones who&#8217;d like something more calming to wonder at, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.jacksonslane.org.uk\/events\/mother-deer\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Mother Deer<\/a> is one we recommend. It&#8217;s a quiet meditation on our place in nature, told with another thing that sets it apart: aerial acrobatics.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The story, from an award-winning director, is based on an old Northern European folktale about the Winter Solstice.<\/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>Ages:<\/strong> 3 years+<br><strong>When:<\/strong> Sunday 27 September 2026<br><strong>Where:<\/strong> Jacksons Lane, Highgate, N6<br><strong>Prices:<\/strong> \u00a310\u2013\u00a325<\/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.jacksonslane.org.uk\/events\/mother-deer\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">See more<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Rabbit &amp; Rey and The Lost Things<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This show puts a nice spin on what is a very relatable problem for parents: struggling to find lost toys, socks or keys. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.artsdepot.co.uk\/event\/rabbit-rey-and-the-lost-things\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Rabbit &amp; Rey and The Lost Things<\/a> turns this daily frustration into a whole adventure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Rey loses everything, helped along by Rabbit, a loyal toy bunny. Together they set off to track down missing items, and find that other people have lost things, too. With puppetry and visual storytelling, this 1-hour show gently makes a point some grown-ups in the audience may find mind-blowing (and hopefully uplifting): maybe losing things isn&#8217;t always a problem.<\/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>Ages:<\/strong> 3 years+<br><strong>When:<\/strong> Sunday 20 September 2026<br><strong>Where:<\/strong> artsdepot, North Finchley, N12<br><strong>Prices:<\/strong> 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:\/\/www.artsdepot.co.uk\/event\/rabbit-rey-and-the-lost-things\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">See more<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>The Big Bad Wolf<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here&#8217;s a rowdier option for families who&#8217;ve had their fill of sweet, gentle shows. <a href=\"https:\/\/book.loopla.com\/the-big-bad-wolf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">The Big Bad Wolf<\/a> turns a classic fairytale on its head in one of the few outdoor shows on this list.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Having been outcast to the Deep Dark Wood, the Wolf dreams of a comeback. While trying to make it happen he runs into Little Red Riding Hood and The Three Little Pigs (though not quite as you know them). The show&#8217;s makers are the Plandits, who tour gardens and outdoor spaces and were behind the 2024 hit, The Secret Garden.<\/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>Ages:<\/strong> 3 years+<br><strong>When:<\/strong> Thursday 30 \u2013 Friday 31 July 2026<br><strong>Where:<\/strong> St Paul&#8217;s Church (the Actors&#8217; Church), Covent Garden, WC2<br><strong>Prices:<\/strong> From \u00a313.99<\/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\/the-big-bad-wolf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">See more<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>The Tale of Peter Rabbit and Benjamin Bunny<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.seetickets.com\/tour\/the-tale-of-peter-rabbit-and-benjamin-bunny\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">The Tale of Peter Rabbit and Benjamin Bunny<\/a> is set in a garden and performed in one, too.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Covent Garden\u2019s St Paul&#8217;s Church hosts it for one afternoon this July, making this the most central London outdoor toddler show on our list.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The adaptation pairs two of Beatrix Potter&#8217;s stories. Peter sneaks into Mr McGregor&#8217;s garden and gets tangled up with nets, cats and a furious gardener. His cousin Benjamin joins the trouble later.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Quantum Theatre specialise in outdoor family touring, though usually at country estates, so this is a rare chance to see them in Zone 1.<\/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>Ages:<\/strong> All ages (recommended 3 years+)<br><strong>When:<\/strong> Wednesday 29 July 2026<br><strong>Where:<\/strong> St Paul&#8217;s Church (the Actors&#8217; Church), Covent Garden, WC2<br><strong>Prices:<\/strong> From \u00a313.99<\/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.seetickets.com\/tour\/the-tale-of-peter-rabbit-and-benjamin-bunny\" 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<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Treat your toddler to a play day at one of London&#8217;s most famous museums<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Did you know many of London&#8217;s big museums and galleries run special sessions for toddlers? Our favourites include the V&amp;A&#8217;s Design Baby and the Natural History Museum&#8217;s Adventure Babies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The only problem is that they often book up quickly. <a href=\"https:\/\/loopla.com\/blog\/london-loop\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Signing up for Loopla&#8217;s newsletter<\/a> can help you stay ahead of the pack. That way, we&#8217;ll keep an eye out for upcoming events, and the only place you need to check is your inbox.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>FAQ: How to find the best toddler shows in London for your family<\/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-1782222832556\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><strong>What is the best theatre show in London for babies and toddlers?<\/strong><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>The baby theatre shows we recommend are gentle, sensory sessions and relaxed concerts created with under-2s in mind, like Bach to Baby. You&#8217;ll often be sitting on floor cushions while the musicians or performers come to you.<\/p>\n<p>Two-year-olds tend to enjoy short, story-led shows with puppets and songs, such as The Flying Bath at Little Angel Theatre. Older toddlers of 3 and up can sit a little longer, opening up bigger productions like The Gruffalo and The Tiger Who Came to Tea.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Can I take a 2-year-old to the theatre?<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Yes \u2013 you absolutely can take a 2-year-old to the theatre, just as long as you choose the right show. Look for early\u2011years performances with age guidance starting at 0\u20132 or 2\u20134, or for relaxed performances.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Puppet\u2011 and music\u2011based shows are a great way to introduce tots to theatre. Small venues like Polka, Little Angel, Unicorn and Half Moon often cater specifically to this age group.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Are West End shows suitable for 0\u20132s?<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Most West End theatres set a minimum age of 3\u20135. Many don\u2019t admit babies or strongly advise against bringing under\u20113s because of the volume, length and content. For 0\u20132s, we recommend early\u2011years theatres and relaxed concerts instead. Save those big West End musicals for when your child is a bit older and more comfortable sitting through a full\u2011length show.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>How do I find more toddler shows in London?<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To find more toddler shows in London, use <a href=\"https:\/\/loopla.com\/search\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Loopla\u2019s filters to search<\/a> for events by age (0\u20132 and 2\u20134) and location. That way, you\u2019ll see everything from baby concerts to toddler puppet theatre in one place. It\u2019s also worth checking the \u201cWhat\u2019s On\u201d pages at Little Angel Theatre, Polka Theatre, Unicorn Theatre, Southbank Centre and Lyric Theatre Hammersmith regularly. 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