Summer is here but who knows what the weather will be doing this month. Don’t worry though as we’ve picked 20 things to do in June for all the family whatever the weather.
1
The Royal Windsor Flower Show
Now in its 119th year, the Royal Windsor Flower Show returns to Windsor Great Park on Saturday 6th June for a fabulous one-day celebration of gardens, nature, crafts and family fun.
Where: The York Club, Windsor Great Park, Prince Consort’s Dr, Windsor SL4 2HT
When: Saturday 6 June, 10am to 6pm
Ticket price: Advance Family Ticket £58.50
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2
Chestertons Polo in the Park Family Day
Head to Fulham for Chestertons Polo in the Park with family activities galore – and polo – from 11am to 7pm!
Where: Hurlingham Park, 17 Broomhouse Ln, London SW6 3DP
When: Sunday 7 June, 11am to 7pm
Ticket price: Family Ticket £100, Under 12s go free.
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3
Take Flight
A gentle multi-sensory aerial theatre show for babies, combining music, movement, and visual storytelling.
Where: Half Moon Theatre, 43 White Horse Rd, Greater, London E1 0ND
When: 5 & 6 June
Ticket price: £18
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4
Cleopatra: The Experience
A 90+ minute immersive exhibition exploring the life, legacy, and legend of Cleopatra featuring a 360° projection room, holograms, virtual reality, a free-roaming metaverse, interactive installations, and over 22 authentic Egyptian artefacts.
Where: Immerse LDN at ExCeL London Waterfront
When: Daily until 12 July
Ticket price: From £20, Family bundles and group tickets available.
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5
Giffords Circus: Waterfield at Chiswick House & Gardens
The beloved Giffords Circus pitches its tent in the grounds of Chiswick House with their brand-new show Waterfield — a living storybook celebrating the wildlife of rural England, from Ratty and Mole to Squirrel Nutkin, brought to life through death-defying circus acts, live music and comedy directed by Cal McCrystal.
Where: Chiswick House & Gardens, Burlington Lane, London W4 2RP
When: Until 7 June, multiple performances daily
Ticket price: From £16 children, £26 adults
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6
Science & Jurassic Afternoon Tea
Award-winning themed afternoon teas with interactive elements and creative treats like chocolate planets and dinosaur-themed desserts.
Location: The Ampersand Hotel
Where: The Ampersand Hotel, 10 Harrington Rd, South Kensington, London SW7 3ER
When: Daily
Ticket price: Adults £20–£25, children £20–£25
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7
Voyage To The Deep – Underwater Adventures
An immersive exhibition exploring deep-sea life with hands-on activities and interactive displays.
Where: Horniman Museum and Gardens
When: Daily
Ticket price: From £7
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8
Green Days
Part of the annual Bedford Park Festival, enjoy some family fun in Chiswick with live performances, The Little Gym activities, shopping and BBQ.
Where: Acton Green (Entrance on Turnham Green Terrace opposite Turnham Green tube)
When: 13 & 14 June
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9
Great Exhibition Road Festival
A portion of Exhibition Road in South Kensington closes to traffic for the weekend, and the Natural History Museum, Science Museum, V&A and Royal Albert Hall all come out to play with hundreds of free activities, interactive installations, workshops and performances across two days.
Where: Exhibition Road, Kensington
When: 6 & 7 June 12-6pm
Ticket price: Free
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10
Adventure Cinema at Kew Gardens
Choose from Wicked, Encanto sing-along and The Gruffalo and enjoy an outdoor cinema experience for all the family.
Where: Kew Gardens
When: 18, 20 and 21 June
Ticket price: Check website for prices and age suitability
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11
West End Live
Head to Trafalgar Square for a weekend of outstanding performances from top West End musicals, live and free. Theatre’s biggest stars will perform London’s leading musicals and must-see new shows.
Where: Trafalgar Square
When: 20 June 11am – 5pm(entrace open at 10.15am) & 21 June 12-4pm (entrance open at 11.15am)
Ticket price: Free
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12
A Midsummer Night’s Dream
Experience Shakespear’s most spellbinding comedy play in a brand-new production in a magical outdoor setting.
Where: Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre, The Regent’s Park, Inner Cir, London NW1 4NU
When: From 20 June
Ticket price: From £15
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13
International Day of Play 2026
To celebrate International Day of Play endorsed by the UNICEF, Young V&A’s Play Champions will host a day of free, creative play activities for children including those attending with educators and those coming with families and care-givers.
Where: Young V&A, Cambridge Heath Rd, Bethnal Green, London E2 9PA
When: 11 June
Ticket price: Free
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14
Marylebone Summer Festival
For one day only, Marylebone High Street will transform into a community street party packed with more than 100 stalls, family entertainment, performances and pop-ups – alongside food and drink from favourites including The Ivy, Carlotta, Fischer’s and Orrery. There’s also Bark in the Park a community dog show.
Where: Marylebone High Street
When: Sunday 14 June 11am-5pm
Ticket price: Free
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15
Love’s Labour’s Lost
Shakespeare in the Square tours London squares in June. Seating is provided but unreserved. Picnics welcomed! At this square in Queen’s Park there’s a matinee and evening performance.
Where: Quiet Garden of Queen’s Park. The closest entrance is from Kingswood Avenue, at the gate between Hopefield Avenue and Montrose.
When: Saturday 20 June Other dates and locations in June
Ticket price: From £15
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16
Trooping The Colour/Colonel’s Review
The dress rehearsal for Trooping the Colour and almost as spectacular as the real thing with fewer crowds, free to watch along The Mall, and a brilliant way to experience the pageantry without the pressure of securing the best spot for the main event two weeks later.
Where: The Mall and Horse Guards Parade
When: 6 June Colonel’s Review, 13 June Trooping The Colour
Ticket price: Free
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17
Life at Sea: Seek the Seahorse
Families are invited aboard the famous warship to hunt for hidden seahorses, discover the origin of HMS Belfast’s crest, and create their own in the family activity room — an adventure that turns a history lesson into a genuine treasure hunt.
Where: HMS Belfast
When: Every weekend until 16 July
Ticket price: Free with admission
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18
The Royal Wharf Summer Fete
Enjoy live music performances, morning fitness classes, yoga, children’s games and workshops, street food and a craft market.
When: 27 June 11am-5pm
Where: 25 4 Schooner Road, London E16 2RE
Ticket price: Adults from £24.90, discounted tickets available for children and seniors
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19
London Children’s Literature Festival
A really packed weekend of events from bestselling authors and illustrators such as Michael Sheen, Hugh Bonneville, Michael Rosen with MC Grammar, Alexander Armstrong, Doctor Roopa Farooki, Axel Scheffler, Rob Biddulph, Liz Pichon and Russell Kane.
Where: Barnes
When: 27 & 28 June
Ticket price: From £10
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20
Hampton Court Palace Festival
Featuring David Gray, OMD, Pete Tong Ibiza Classics, The Stranglers, Nile Rodgers & CHIC, , Elvis Costello & The Imposters with Charlie Sexton, Sophie Ellis-Bextor and 80s Classical.
Where: Hampton Court Palace, Hampton Ct Way, Molesey, East Molesey KT8 9AU
When: 10-20 June – different artist each night
Ticket price: from £50.75 depending on artist
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All events verified as of 26 May 2026. Always check dates, times and prices directly with venues before visiting.
