This weekend in London is packed with fun, whether you’re heading outdoors to explore nature, hunt for bugs, or take part in an exciting treasure trail.
Or stay indoors for a big dose of laughter at a brilliant comedy show. From hands-on adventures to feel-good entertainment, there’s something to keep everyone smiling.
1. Dear Zoo, Lyric Hammersmith Theatre
For a short run, opening this weekend, Lyric Hammersmith Theatre’s Dear Zoo is a lively stage adaptation of Rod Campbell’s beloved lift-the-flap children’s book, running on the Main House stage from 2–5 March 2026. The production brings the classic story to life with engaging puppetry, songs and plenty of audience interaction, as little ones help discover which animal the zoo will send next before finding the perfect pet in the end.
Dates: 2-5 March, 2026
Address: Lyric Hammersmith Theatre, Lyric Square, King Street, London W6 0QL
Book tickets here
2. Kid Quest in Kensington Gardens, London: Superhero City Adventure for Kids
Kid Quest in Kensington Gardens, London: Superhero City Adventure for Kids is a family-friendly outdoor experience designed for children aged about 4–8, where little explorers become superheroes for the day by following clues, solving puzzles and discovering interesting spots around the park with playful animal-hero themes. It’s a self-guided real-world adventure that blends imaginative storytelling with light walking and problem-solving, aimed at sparking curiosity, teamwork and quality time outdoors.
Address: Europe sculpture, Albert Memorial, Kensington Gardens, London, SW7 2ET
Book tickets here
3. James Campbell’s Comedy 4 Kids: Reducks
James Campbell’s Comedy 4 Kids: Reducks! is a lively, stand-up comedy show for children created and performed by British kids’ comic pioneer James Campbell. The fun, energetic performance blends silly sketches, playful audience participation and absurd humour, with highlights like “exploding penguins” and “seventeen ways to eat jam”, aiming to keep young audiences laughing throughout.
Date: 28 Feb 2026 – 28 Jun 2026
Address: The Undercroft, St Georges Church, Bloomsbury Way, London, WC1A 2SR
Book tickets here
4. Water Pantanal: Fire, Science Museum
Water Pantanal Fire at the Science Museum in London is a striking free photography exhibition that showcases more than 60 powerful images documenting the vibrant biodiversity of the Pantanal, the world’s largest tropical wetland, alongside the devastating impact of droughts, wildfires and climate change on this fragile ecosystem. It contrasts dramatic scenes of teeming wildlife with scorched landscapes captured by Brazilian documentary photographers, inviting visitors to reflect on the urgent environmental challenges facing this UNESCO-recognised region.
Date: Until 31 May, 2026
Address: Exhibition Road, South Kensington, London, SW7 2DD
More information here
5. The Great Big Bug Show
This is a fun, family theatre performance at Half Moon Theatre where poet Simon Mole and musician Gecko take children (ages 4–11) on a lively exploration of bugs through poems, raps and songs, perfect for curious little nature lovers looking for entertainment and laughs this weekend.
Date: Only 28 February, 2026
Address: 43 White Horse Road, Greater, London E1 0ND
Book tickets here
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