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Easter fun for all the family

This Easter there are lots of great things to do in South Kensington. From discovery days and pop-up performances to painting workshops and exciting exhibitions - there is something for all the family!

American Photographs

Until 16th May 2027
10 am - 6 pm
V&A South Kensington
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Their collection of photography from the United States – one of the largest outside North America – reveals the breadth of the country's photographic traditions and the central role of image-making in American life.

Ciné Lumière

Dates & times vary
Institut français
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Ciné Lumière screens new releases, UK premieres, classics, documentaries, family films, and curated series or festivals, often accompanied by on-stage discussions with directors, actors, and critics.

Behind the Scenes Tour: Spirit Collection

Daily
11 am - 11.45 am, 3 pm - 3.45 pm
Natural History Museum
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Go behind the scenes with our knowledgeable science educators for a 45-minute behind-the-scenes tour of the Museum's fascinating zoology collection preserved in spirit.

Science Afternoon Tea

Available Thurs-Sun
12pm and 3pm
Science Museum
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Enjoy a luxury afternoon tea with a science-inspired twist.

Future of Food

Until 1 September 2026
10am-6pm
Science Museum
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A free exhibition examining how science can help us find more sustainable ways to grow and produce, purchase and cook, eat and enjoy food to help protect the planet.

Engineers

Daily
10am-6pm
Science Museum
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Engineers shape the world that we live in, creating bold, ground-breaking innovations that respond to global challenges and improve billions of lives. But how much do we know about the people behind these innovations?

PLATFORM: Simone Brewster

13th Feb 2026 – Jan 2027
Mon to Thur: 10 am – 5 pm; Fri to Sun: 10 am – 6 pm
Design Museum
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PLATFORM is an annual display dedicated to showcasing contemporary design practice. Opening in February 2026, the second edition in the series will present the fascinating work of designer Simone Brewster.

Silent Disco

4th Apr, 16th & 22nd May, 26 June, 31st July
10pm - 1am
Natural History Museum
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Choose your side as three DJs do battle over separate wireless channels, playing the very best songs, new and old. Don a headset and party the night away in the spectacular Hintze Hall.

Kids Tour: The Young Explorers

Dates vary
3 pm - 3.45 pm
Natural History Museum
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This fun, interactive tour is packed with stories, activities and surprises for young explorers. Prepare to discover a world of dinosaurs, giant mammals and much more.

Visions of Nature: A Mixed Reality Experience

Until Oct 2026
10 am - 4.45 pm
Natural History Museum
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Equipped with a mixed reality headset, be transported a century into the future to explore what could lie ahead for the planet.

The Clockmakers’ Museum

Daily
10am - 6pm
Science Museum
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Discover the world’s oldest collection of timepieces at the Science Museum. See over 600 watches and clocks charting the history of clock making in London.

Who Am I?

Open Daily
Science Museum
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Explore the science of who you are through intriguing objects, provocative artworks and hands-on exhibits. Discover what your voice sounds like as a member of the opposite sex, morph your face to see what you’ll look like as you age, or collect DNA to catch a criminal.

Women in Science Tour

Dates & times vary
Science Museum
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Join this volunteer-led tour to discover incredible stories of women in the field of science.

LGBTQIA+ Tours

Last Saturday every month
4 pm - 5 pm
V&A South Kensington
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Last Saturday of the month, except December. Join the V&A Volunteer Guides to explore gender and sexual identities through a selection of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer plus objects in the V&A’s rich and surprising collections.

Theatre & Performance

Daily
Mon to Sun: 10 am - 5.45 pm; Fri: 10 am – 10 pm
V&A South Kensington
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The collection explores the history and current practice of UK performing arts, including drama, dance, opera, circus, puppetry, comedy, musical theatre, costume, set design, and more.

Boating on the Serpentine

Daily except Nov - March (Wed - Sun)
From 10 am (closing times vary)
Hyde Park
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Recognised as one of the most famous boating spots in London, Hyde Park is the perfect place to take in the scenery, enjoy an ice cream and float down the Serpentine in the middle of the park.

Lasting Impressions: Women Printmakers 1900 – Now

Closes 27th Sept 2026
Mon to Sun: 10 am - 5.45 pm; Fri: 10 am – 10 pm
V&A South Kensington
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Celebrate the innovative printmaking techniques and bold visions of 25 women printmakers from 1900 – Now. From Käthe Kollwitz to Faith Ringgold, explore the work of artists who have used print to make their own lasting impression. This event is free!

Highlights of the V&A

Daily
10.30 am, 1 pm, 2 pm
V&A South Kensington
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Join one of our volunteer guides on this tour and discover the origins of the museum while learning about the fascinating treasures held in the V&A’s extensive collections.

Tour: Fashion - Dress and Style

Until 31st Dec 2026
12.30 - 1.15 pm
V&A South Kensington
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Join volunteer guides and discover the fascinating garments and fashion-related objects that help shape the V&A’s rich collection.

Royal Albert Hall Tours

Daily
Various times
Royal Albert Hall
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Step inside a landmark like no other. Together with a friendly guide, take a peek at the royal areas of the Hall.

Dwellings, Rehomed

Until June 2027
Design Museum
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Visit the Design Museum garden and explore a vibrant collection of birdhouses by some of London’s most innovative designers.

V&A Photography Centre

Daily
Mon to Sun: 10 am - 5.45 pm; Fri: 10 am – 10 pm
V&A South Kensington
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The Photography Centre showcases over 600 captivating images, from some of the oldest known photographs to modern masters, forming one of the world’s most significant collections since 1852.

Afternoon tea at the Royal Albert Hall

Dates & times vary
2 pm - 4.30 pm
Royal Albert Hall
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The Royal Albert Hall has been observing the tradition of afternoon tea for over 100 years! Their menu features classic finger sandwiches, freshly baked scones and a mix of classically-inspired cakes as a nod to the legendary performances that take place on the Royal Albert Hall's stage.

Victoria: A Royal Childhood

Daily
10am-6pm
Kensington Palace
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Discover the story of Princess Victoria, the young girl destined to be queen, in the rooms where she was born and raised at Kensington Palace. Explore how an indulged young princess blossomed into the independent and iconic monarch we remember.