Discover an unforgettable day in South Kensington with our guide to free events. Delve into guided tours through galleries, embark on self-led walks, immerse yourself in our new series of Lates events, explore captivating free displays, and journey through miles of galleries showcasing art, science, design, natural history, and beyond.
A three-part film programme marking the 10th anniversary of the death of Harun Farocki, the influential filmmaker, media and cultural critic, lecturer, and curator.
A conversation bringing together people living, working and learning in the borough. A safe space to suggest topics to talk through and to enable people to participate in discussions.
Celebrating 15 years of HIDDEN is an exhibition that celebrates and uncovers the talents, creativity and expertise held by technical and professional services and non-academic staff members.
Join Write & Shine for a series of early morning creative writing workshops in the Royal Parks this autumn.
In her work Halsey merges past, present and future via her interest in iconography connected to the African diaspora, Black and queer icons and architecture.
The South Ken Kids Festival is back for its 27th edition! This year, the Institut français welcomes some of the most talented children’s writers and illustrators from both sides of the Channel and beyond!
A collaboration between artists Holly Herndon and Mat Dryhurst, and Serpentine Arts Technologies, The Call proposes new cultural, legal, and technical rituals for art in the age of AI.
Entertain your kids this October half term with our programme of family-friendly activities celebrating the importance of biodiversity.
Chat to city scientists and urban experts while getting hands-on with the new research and tech that will reshape London.
The V&A Photography Centre is the largest space in the UK dedicated to a permanent photography collection. Join a member of the Photography Team to explore the Centre’s current displays.
Join the museum for BOOST: Family Festival. Across the day, get creative with hands-on activities that explore food, culture, art and design.
Explore the V&A galleries through the lens of African Heritage. First and second Saturday of the month.
Come along to this drawing and movement session inspired by the collection, mindfulness, and our new families mindful activity.
Take part in a creative drop in where you can explore mindfulness through art and design.
Wood is a multi-disciplinary designer whose work is characterised by material investigation, artisan collaboration and a passion for colour, detail and decoration.
Landscape, flora and fauna have inspired photographers since the camera’s earliest days. Contemporary artists continue to experiment with the format of the book to adapt to the pressing challenges of our environment today.
Allahyari’s poetic film explores the stories of astronomical instruments made in Iran and Pakistan and now held at the V&A.
Calling Santa’s little helpers! My Christmas Orchestral Adventure returns this December for more family festivities!
Enjoy a variety of family friendly activites in the Royal College of Music Museum this half term.
Take the museums family trail to uncover Christmassy highlights in their collection.
A free festival exploring Future Thinking in Fashion. Learn about career pathways, and grow your network and skills.
Join Erah x Akiya for a day transforming existing vintage pieces with painting, printing and branding inspired by the Lagos born east London artist.
Umuntu ngumuntu ngabantu presents a new public art mural in the garden at Serpentine North. The work emphasises the importance of communities and unity among humans and other living species.
Chris Bayley, Exhibitions Curator, leads a tour of Lauren Halsey: emajendat. The exhibition transforms Serpentine South Gallery into an immersive ‘Funk garden’.
