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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Saturday 13th 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
Sunday 14th 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
Monday 15th 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 16th 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
Wednesday 17th 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
Thursday 18th 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
Friday 19th 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

Brick Lane Curry Festival

Brick Lane Curry Festival
Date
19 (12:00) - 21/09/2025 (21:00)
Location:
Brick Lane, London
Description
Join us for a celebration of flavour, culture, and creativity at the Brick Lane Curry Festival. Free events and experiences that showcase its iconic curry scene.
Categories:
Ages 5-12, Community events, Cultural events, Family and children, Festivals, Food and snacks included, Free to attend
Saturday 20th 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

Brick Lane Curry Festival

Brick Lane Curry Festival
Date
19 (12:00) - 21/09/2025 (21:00)
Location:
Brick Lane, London
Description
Join us for a celebration of flavour, culture, and creativity at the Brick Lane Curry Festival. Free events and experiences that showcase its iconic curry scene.
Categories:
Ages 5-12, Community events, Cultural events, Family and children, Festivals, Food and snacks included, Free to attend

Town Hall Open Day

Town Hall Open Day
Date
20/09/2025 (10:00-17:00)
Location:
160 Whitechapel Road, E1 1BJ, Town Hall
Description
Town Hall Open Day celebrating Tower Hamlets
Categories:
Community events, Cultural events, Drama, Dance and Performance, Family and children, Free to attend, Galleries and exhibitions, Heritage and museums, Music, Narratives of Time, Older people, Workshops and activities, Young people

Victoria Park Dog Show

Victoria Park Dog Show
Date
20/09/2025 (12:00-15:30)
Location:
Victoria Park West
Description
Think your pup has the waggiest tail or the cutest ears? Come and show off their talents at our light-hearted free dog show on Saturday 20 September in Victoria Park!
Categories:
Community events, Free to attend, Parks, Victoria Park

Open House at the Brady Arts Centre

Open House at the Brady Arts Centre
Date
20/09/2025 (12:00-16:00)
Location:
Brady Arts & Community Centre 192-196 Hanbury St E1 5HU
Description
Explore behind the scenes of Brady Arts and Community Centre, as part of London's Open House Festival 2025.
Categories:
Community events, Family and children, Festivals, Free to attend, Workshops and activities, Young people
Sunday 21st 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

Brick Lane Curry Festival

Brick Lane Curry Festival
Date
19 (12:00) - 21/09/2025 (21:00)
Location:
Brick Lane, London
Description
Join us for a celebration of flavour, culture, and creativity at the Brick Lane Curry Festival. Free events and experiences that showcase its iconic curry scene.
Categories:
Ages 5-12, Community events, Cultural events, Family and children, Festivals, Food and snacks included, Free to attend
Monday 22nd 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 23rd 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
Wednesday 24th 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
Thursday 25th 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
Friday 26th 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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