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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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Friday 1st August 2025

Come and try Athletics - Week 1

Come and try Athletics - Week 1
Date
28/07/2025 (10:00) - 01/08/2025 (14:00)
Location:
190 Burdett Rd, E3 4HL, London, Mile End Park Leisure Centre Stadium (North Gate) near the Urban Adventure Base
Description
Come and Try Athletics
Categories:
Ages 5-12, Family and children, SPA, Sports and exercise, Summer holidays

Family Fun Stay & play

Family Fun Stay & play
Date
28/07/2025 (14:00) - 05/08/2025 (16:00)
Location:
Meath Gardens Family Hub 1 Smart Street E2 0SN
Description
Drop-In session
Categories:
Family and children, Free to attend, Summer events, Summer holidays

Starting Solids Workshop - 31 July

Starting Solids Workshop - 31 July
Date
31/07/2025 (10:00) - 21/08/2025 (11:30)
Location:
Marner Children and Family Centre Devas Street E3 3LL
Description
Eating solid food
Categories:
Babies and toddlers, Family and children, Free to attend, Workshops and activities

Active stay & play - Marner 31 July

Active stay & play - Marner 31 July
Date
31/07/2025 (13:30) - 16/08/2025 (15:00)
Location:
Marner Children and Family Centre Devas Street E3 3LL
Description
play session
Categories:
Babies and toddlers, Family and children, Free to attend, Summer events, Summer holidays

Morning walking group

Morning walking group
Date
01/08/2025 (07:30-09:00)
Location:
Outside Poplar E5 Bakehouse
Description
Start your Friday with a refreshing morning walk
Categories:
Family and children, Summer events, Summer holidays

Learning through play - 1 August - Chrisp Street

Learning through play - 1 August - Chrisp Street
Date
01/08/2025 (10:00-11:30)
Location:
Chrisp Street Children and Family Centre 45 Kerbey Street E14 6AW
Description
Free play sessions every Friday in August.
Categories:
Family and children, Fun Gift Stamp SF, Summer events, Summer holidays

Family Stay and Play - Overland 1 August

Family Stay and Play - Overland 1 August
Date
01/08/2025 (10:00-12:00)
Location:
Overland Family Hub 60 Parnell Road E3 2RU
Description
Come and have fun, activities for all age groups
Categories:
Family and children, Free to attend, Summer events

Learning through play

Learning through play
Date
01/08/2025 (10:00-12:00)
Location:
Isle of Dogs Family Hub (Millwall Park) Stebondale Street London E14 3BX
Description
Free play sessions every Friday in August.
Categories:
Family and children, Fun Gift Stamp SF, Summer events, Summer holidays

Family Fun Stay & play

Family Fun Stay & play
Date
01 (10:00) - 29/08/2025 (12:00)
Location:
Meath Gardens Family Hub 1 Smart Street E2 0SN
Description
Drop in session
Categories:
Ages 5-12, Babies and toddlers, Family and children, Free to attend, Summer events, Summer holidays, Workshops and activities

Active stay and play - 1 August Poplar

Active stay and play - 1 August Poplar
Date
01/08/2025 (13:30-15:00)
Location:
Around Poplar Children & Family Centre 115 Three Colt Street E14 8AP
Description
play session
Categories:
Babies and toddlers, Family and children, Free to attend, Summer events, Summer holidays

Story & rhyme time

Story & rhyme time
Date
01/08/2025 (14:00-15:30)
Location:
Collingwood CFC st Bartholomews Gardens Buckhurst Street E1 5QT
Description
storytelling and rhyme time
Categories:
Babies and toddlers, Family and children, Free to attend, Summer events, Summer holidays, Workshops and activities

Diary of the Wimpy Kid Activity

Diary of the Wimpy Kid Activity
Date
01/08/2025 (15:00-16:00)
Location:
Idea Store Chrisp Street 1 Vesey Path E India Dock Rd London E14 6BT
Description
Make your very own Wimpy Kid diary! No booking required
Categories:
Family and children, Fun Gift Stamp SF, Summer events, Summer holidays

Barbeque and Outdoor Sports

Barbeque and Outdoor Sports
Date
01/08/2025 (18:00-21:00)
Location:
Chicksand Estate and Sunken Pitch London E1 5LH
Description
Start your Friday with a refreshing morning walk
Categories:
Family and children, Fun Gift Stamp SF, Summer events, Summer holidays, Teenagers

Competition: Pool and Table Tennis

Competition: Pool and Table Tennis
Date
01/08/2025 (18:00-21:00)
Location:
Minerva Community Centre 10 Minerva street Bethnal Green E2 9EH
Description
Where sharp shots and fast reflexes rule! Join us for a day of friendly rivalry, prizes, and unforgettable moments!
Categories:
Family and children, Fun Gift Stamp SF, Summer events, Summer holidays, Teenagers
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