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Things To Do for Under £15

Indulge in a cultural extravaganza in South Kensington without emptying your wallet. Take a leisurely stroll through the stunning Royal Parks, soak up the buzzing atmosphere of South Kensington or immerse yourself in captivating exhibitions- all within your budget of £15 or less.

Special Preview: Andreas Dresen: From Hilde, With Love

25th June
7pm
Goethe-Institut
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A special preview of Andreas Dresen’s vivid and moving fictionalised portrait of anti-Nazi resistance activist Hilde Coppi. Inspired by an incredible true story set against the backdrop of a country torn by conflict.

Serpentine Pavilion 2025 by Marina Tabassum

6th June - 26th Oct
Serpentine
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The Serpentine Pavilion 2025, A Capsule in Time, designed by Bangladeshi architect and educator Marina Tabassum and her firm, Marina Tabassum Architects (MTA), is now open with Goldman Sachs supporting the annual project for the 11th consecutive year.

Meditation at the Palace

23rd June – 27th June
3pm - 3:30pm
Kensington Palace
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For World Wellbeing Week, step into serenity with guided meditation sessions taught by Kadampa Meditation Centre London at Kensington Palace.

Friday Late: On / Off

27th June
6:30pm-10pm
V&A South Kensington
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Join the Museum this Friday Late and make space to switch off, create real-life connections through material and sensory experiences, and nurture a more considered approach to the digital in our lives.

Refugee Week: Threads of Joy and Community

21st June
11am-4pm
V&A South Kensington
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Come along to a day of family-friendly workshops and performances to celebrate Refugee Week, inspired by themes of joy and small acts of kindness.

Tatreez: Palestinian Embroidery

1st June – 31st May 2026
10am – 5.30pm
V&A South Kensington
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Explore the past and present of Palestinian fashion. This display brings together examples of historic Palestinian dress from the V&A collection.

Garden Drop-in: London Climate Action Week

24th June
2pm-4:30pm
Design Museum
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Learn to do pollinator counts and wildlife observation with the Energy Garden team and enjoy creating a moodboard of your dream climate positive garden.

Baby Broadway

30th June
11am
Royal Albert Hall
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Introduce your little ones to the magic of musical theatre. An interactive experience where the entire family can sing and dance along to tunes from classic musicals and films, performed by West End singers.

Fête de la musique

21st June
7.30pm-11pm
Institut français
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The French Institute invites you to a vibrant, festive & free evening of live music! Join rock sensation The Perikats, pop poet George Ka and DJ duo Sunana and be prepared to hit the dance floor!

Creating Change: Climate Action Night

26th June
6:30pm-9:30pm
Natural History Museum
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This London Climate Action Week discover how science, nature and creativity can help tackle the climate crisis.

Summer Nature Roadshows

30 July – 21 August
11am - 3pm
The Royal Parks
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Join the Royal Parks this summer for FREE drop-in activities perfect for families, nature-lovers and budding environmentalists!

Play in the Park

10 April - 14 August 2025
11am - 3pm
The Royal Parks
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The Play in the Park project offers a free play programme of fun, creative activities and events inspired by the Royal Parks’ wildlife and open spaces