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Summer activities 2025

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Summer is here and we have hundreds of FREE activities to keep kids and teens busy throughout the school holidays.

Scroll down for upcoming events or view the complete schedule of activities.

Whether it's a photography workshop or music production lessons, swimming, canoeing, theatre or arts and crafts, there's something for everyone.

Holiday Activities and Food (HAF) Programme

Thousands of children who are eligible for and claiming benefits-related free school meals will be able to access a free place at a holiday activity club over the school summer holiday.

Open to eligible children and young people aged 4 to 16 years, all HAF programmes include a tasty and nutritious meal, fun and engaging activities and opportunities to learn more about food and nutrition for children and their families.

Please visit our HAF page to see our full Holiday Activities and Food club listings, including booking information.

Upcoming events

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Tuesday 28th October 2025

Scavenger hunt and bug hotel

Date
28/10/2025 (11:00-14:00)
Location:
Victoria Park East - Pools Playground
Description
Scavenger hunt and bug hotel
Categories:
Ages 5-12, Family and children, Free to attend, Half-term, Parks, Victoria Park

Adventure play

Date
28 (15:00) - 30/10/2025 (18:00)
Location:
Whitehorse Adventure Playground Whitehorse Road London E1 0NZ
Description
Adventure play
Categories:
Ages 5-12, Family and children, Free to attend, Half-term, Parks, Sports and exercise, Young people
Wednesday 29th October 2025

The Tower Remembers

The Tower Remembers
Date
06/05/2025 (09:00) - 11/11/2025 (17:30)
Location:
Tower of London London EC3N 4AB
Description
The Tower of London will be marking the 80th anniversary of the end of the Second World War with a commemorative display of poppies.
Categories:
Heritage and museums, Pay to attend, Remembrance, VE Day

My Turn: Holly Oluwo Artist Exhibition

My Turn: Holly Oluwo Artist Exhibition
Date
09 (09:00) - 31/10/2025 (17:00)
Location:
Poplar Union 2 Cotall St E14 6TL
Description
My Turn showcases Holly's latest original collage works alongside a new series of vases and prints
Categories:
Black History Month

Themed arts and craft activities

Themed arts and craft activities
Date
27 (12:30) - 31/10/2025 (15:30)
Location:
Mile End Children’s Park And Pavilion 106 Locksley St Limehouse
Description
Come along for a host of horrifying Halloween themed arts and crafts activities for all the family this half term!
Categories:
Ages 5-12, Community events, Family and children, Free to attend, Half-term

Adventure play

Date
28 (15:00) - 30/10/2025 (18:00)
Location:
Whitehorse Adventure Playground Whitehorse Road London E1 0NZ
Description
Adventure play
Categories:
Ages 5-12, Family and children, Free to attend, Half-term, Parks, Sports and exercise, Young people

Pumpkin carving

Pumpkin carving
Date
29/10/2025 (11:00-14:00)
Location:
Victoria Park One O'clock Club (East Park)
Description
Pumpkin carving
Categories:
Ages 5-12, Family and children, Free to attend, Half-term, Victoria Park

BHM 2026 - The Art of Defiance

BHM 2026 - The Art of Defiance
Date
29 (13:00) - 31/10/2025 (17:00)
Location:
Spotlight 30 Hay Currie Street E14 6GN
Description
Join Spotlight's project and explore the evolution of black creativity and culture.
Categories:
Black History Month
Thursday 30th October 2025

The Tower Remembers

The Tower Remembers
Date
06/05/2025 (09:00) - 11/11/2025 (17:30)
Location:
Tower of London London EC3N 4AB
Description
The Tower of London will be marking the 80th anniversary of the end of the Second World War with a commemorative display of poppies.
Categories:
Heritage and museums, Pay to attend, Remembrance, VE Day

My Turn: Holly Oluwo Artist Exhibition

My Turn: Holly Oluwo Artist Exhibition
Date
09 (09:00) - 31/10/2025 (17:00)
Location:
Poplar Union 2 Cotall St E14 6TL
Description
My Turn showcases Holly's latest original collage works alongside a new series of vases and prints
Categories:
Black History Month

Themed arts and craft activities

Themed arts and craft activities
Date
27 (12:30) - 31/10/2025 (15:30)
Location:
Mile End Children’s Park And Pavilion 106 Locksley St Limehouse
Description
Come along for a host of horrifying Halloween themed arts and crafts activities for all the family this half term!
Categories:
Ages 5-12, Community events, Family and children, Free to attend, Half-term

Adventure play

Date
28 (15:00) - 30/10/2025 (18:00)
Location:
Whitehorse Adventure Playground Whitehorse Road London E1 0NZ
Description
Adventure play
Categories:
Ages 5-12, Family and children, Free to attend, Half-term, Parks, Sports and exercise, Young people

BHM 2026 - The Art of Defiance

BHM 2026 - The Art of Defiance
Date
29 (13:00) - 31/10/2025 (17:00)
Location:
Spotlight 30 Hay Currie Street E14 6GN
Description
Join Spotlight's project and explore the evolution of black creativity and culture.
Categories:
Black History Month

Pumpkin carving SEND

Pumpkin carving SEND
Date
30/10/2025 (11:00-14:00)
Location:
Victoria Park One O'clock Club (East Park)
Description
Pumpkin carving SEND
Categories:
Ages 5-12, Family and children, Free to attend, Half-term

Pond dipping

Date
30/10/2025 (11:00-14:00)
Location:
Victoria Park St Marks Gate E9 5DU East Park Model Boat Lake
Description
Pond dipping
Categories:
Ages 5-12, Family and children, Free to attend, Half-term, Parks, Victoria Park

Malcolm X Marks the Spot: Assassinating Prejudice

Malcolm X Marks the Spot: Assassinating Prejudice
Date
30/10/2025 (13:00-22:30)
Location:
Poplar Union 2 Cotall St Poplar E14 6TL
Description
A day of open creative Workshop + live Performance, celebrating Black voices through powerful musical narratives that reflect cultural heritage and history. Grand Union Orchestra is a pioneering group known for their cross-cultural approach, combining diverse musical traditions with storytelling.
Categories:
Black History Month, Community events, Drama, Dance and Performance, Free to attend, Music, Workshops and activities

Film Screening: Where Do Black Men Live?p

Film Screening: Where Do Black Men Live?p
Date
30/10/2025 (18:30-20:00)
Location:
Genesis Cinema 93-95 Mile End Rd E1 4UJ
Description
A thought-provoking film that explores the lives and experiences of black men in our society
Categories:
Black History Month

Fatherless No More: Screening and Q & A

Fatherless No More: Screening and Q & A
Date
30/10/2025 (19:00-22:00)
Location:
Arts One Building Queen Mary University 1 Westfield Way London E1 4PD
Description
Documentary: Fatherless No MoreChronicles the journey of an Orlando-based pastor and former Super Bowl Champion who was inspired to move into an RV at Rikers Island
Categories:
Black History Month, Film, Free to attend
Friday 31st October 2025

The Tower Remembers

The Tower Remembers
Date
06/05/2025 (09:00) - 11/11/2025 (17:30)
Location:
Tower of London London EC3N 4AB
Description
The Tower of London will be marking the 80th anniversary of the end of the Second World War with a commemorative display of poppies.
Categories:
Heritage and museums, Pay to attend, Remembrance, VE Day

My Turn: Holly Oluwo Artist Exhibition

My Turn: Holly Oluwo Artist Exhibition
Date
09 (09:00) - 31/10/2025 (17:00)
Location:
Poplar Union 2 Cotall St E14 6TL
Description
My Turn showcases Holly's latest original collage works alongside a new series of vases and prints
Categories:
Black History Month
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