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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.

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There are 17 events taking place next week
Monday 1st September 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
Tuesday 2nd September 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

Snuggle & Story

Date
02/09/2025 (12:00-13:00)
Location:
Poplar Union 2 Cotall St Poplar London E14 6TL
Description
Birth–5 children with SEND, and their families
Categories:
Babies and toddlers, Free to attend, SEND, Summer events, Summer holidays

Contemporary Dance for Girls

Contemporary Dance for Girls
Date
02/09/2025 (16:30-17:30)
Location:
Poplar Union 2 Cotall St Poplar London E14 6TL
Description
Energetic contemporary dance workshop for girls
Categories:
Drama, Dance and Performance, Summer events, Summer holidays
Wednesday 3rd September 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

All Ability Club

All Ability Club
Date
03/09/2025 (09:30-13:30)
Location:
Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park in front of the Velodrome
Description
Accessible cycling
Categories:
Sports and exercise, Summer events, Summer holidays, Victoria Park, Workshops and activities

Wiggle and Wonder

Wiggle and Wonder
Date
03/09/2025 (11:45-12:45)
Location:
Poplar Union 2 Cotall St Poplar London E14 6TL
Description
Joyful dance for families with children aged 0–5 with SEND
Categories:
Babies and toddlers, Drama, Dance and Performance, Free to attend, SEND, Summer events, Summer holidays
Thursday 4th September 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

Little Yogis, Big Calm

Little Yogis, Big Calm
Date
04/09/2025 (09:30-10:30)
Description
Gentle yoga and bonding for pre-walking babies with SEND and their parents/carers.
Categories:
Family and children, Free to attend, SEND, Summer events, Summer holidays

Tower Hamlets Family Meet-Up - Bumps, Babies and Toddler group

Tower Hamlets Family Meet-Up - Bumps, Babies and Toddler group
Date
04/09/2025 (10:30-13:00)
Location:
Poplar Union 2 Cotall St Poplar London E14 6TL
Description
Bumps, Babies and Toddler group
Categories:
Babies and toddlers, Family and children, Free to attend, Summer events, Summer holidays

Calm in the Wild

Calm in the Wild
Date
04/09/2025 (11:00-12:00)
Location:
Bethnal Green Library Cambridge Heath Rd Bethnal Green London E2 0HL All ages
Description
Birth–5 children with SEND, and their families
Categories:
Babies and toddlers, Family and children, Free to attend, SEND, Summer events, Summer holidays

Shine on Stage

Shine on Stage
Date
04/09/2025 (12:00-13:00)
Location:
Poplar Union 2 Cotall St Poplar London E14 6TL
Description
Birth–5 children with SEND, and their families
Categories:
Babies and toddlers, Drama, Dance and Performance, Free to attend, SEND, Summer events, Summer holidays
Friday 5th September 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

Morning walking group

Morning walking group
Date
05/09/2025 (07:30-09:00)
Location:
Outside Poplar E5 Bakehouse
Description
Start your Friday with a refreshing morning walk
Categories:
Family and children, Free to attend, Summer events, Summer holidays
Saturday 6th September 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

Clothes and book swap with repair workshops

Clothes and book swap with repair workshops
Date
06/09/2025 (10:30-13:30)
Location:
London Borough of Tower Hamlets Town Hall 160 Whitechapel Road London E1 1BJ
Description
Celebrate Second-Hand September with us at our Clothes Swap and Repair Workshop!
Categories:
Free to attend, Waste and recycling, Workshops and activities
Sunday 7th September 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
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