Editor’s Pick: Things to do in london with kids in June (2026)
Summer is here and June is packed with family friendly events and offerings. Here is my curated list of things to do in London with kids in June. For more ideas be sure to subscribe to our free weekly newsletter or join our everyday adventures on instagram.
Anya Hindmarch’s Ice Cream Project
Opens 5th June for a limited time |Small tub £4.50 (last year)
Daily Ice cream has always been my summer holiday mantra. If you find yourself tiring of traditional flavours head on down to Anya Hindmarch’s Ice Cream project where you will find novelty flavours such as Marmite, Heinz baked beans and my absolute favourite Kikoman Soy sauce. A great pit stop if you find yourself out and about in Chelsea with the kids this summer.
Pride in The Quarter Trail
FREE
Running from 1 June to 10 August, Pride in the Quarter is a free art trail through London’s Heritage Quarter, featuring 17 brightly decorated lion and lioness sculptures. Set against iconic landmarks including Trafalgar Square, St James’s Park, Buckingham Palace and the Houses of Parliament, it offers a fun and unique way to explore the capital. Kids will love tracking down the colourful sculptures and discovering their different designs, while adults can enjoy some of London’s most famous sights along the route.
Quentin Blake centre for Illustration
Adults £15 | Kids £6 | 4s and under FREE
Opening in London this month, the Quentin Blake Centre for Illustration is the UK’s first permanent centre dedicated to illustration. Founded by the beloved artist behind Roald Dahl’s iconic book illustrations, it offers exhibitions, workshops and creative spaces designed to inspire children’s imaginations, encourage storytelling and nurture a love of art.
The Sun and the Moon: Art inspired by The Celestial
Tickets from £13 | Family ticket £45
A lovely cultural outing for families this June, The Sun and the Moon: Art Inspired by the Celestial at the Saatchi Gallery explores how artists have responded to the sun and moon through a colourful, immersive journey from dawn to night. Kids will especially love Helios by Luke Jerram, a huge glowing recreation of the sun suspended in the gallery’s double-height space.
The Tiger who Came to tea
Tickets From £14.75
One for little ones, The Tiger Who Came to Tea returns to the Theatre Royal Haymarket this summer. Based on Judith Kerr’s much-loved picture book, this charming stage adaptation brings Sophie and her unexpected teatime guest to life with songs, puppetry and plenty of fun, making it a lovely first theatre trip for younger children.
Great Exhibition Road Festival
6th & 7th June FREE
The Great Exhibition Road Festival is a free annual science and arts celebration in South Kensington, London. Iconic institutions like the Natural History Museum, Science Museum, and V&A come together to offer families an action packed day.
Expect interactive workshops and live shows, including hands-on science experiments, creative art activities, and engaging performances. You can meet experts, explore themed zones and tuck in to delicious street food.
Julio Le Parc
Tickets from £13
If, like mine, your kids need to experience art rather than just look at it, don’t miss Julio Le Parc at Tate Modern. Spanning seven decades of work by the pioneering Argentinian artist, the exhibition is packed with playful, immersive installations, shimmering light sculptures and bold geometric works. It’s a fun, interactive show that encourages visitors to step inside the art and see it from a whole new perspective. More Info
Luke Jerram: Stepping Out | Jeppe Hein: Appearing Rooms
FREE
If you’re looking for free outdoor fun for kids in London this summer, Southbank Centre has two brilliant immersive installations to check out. Artist Luke Jerram’s Stepping Out transforms a staircase into an interactive musical playground, where every step triggers sounds and melodies, creating a sensory experience that encourages children to play, explore and make music as they move. Meanwhile, Jeppe Hein’s Appearing Rooms returns to the South Bank with its iconic water installation, where walls of water appear and disappear to create ever-changing spaces for children to run through and splash around in. A much-loved London summer tradition for families, it’s one of the city’s most iconic free warm-weather experiences and a perfect way to cool off on a sunny day. Both installations are free to enjoy and make a great choice for outdoor family adventures.
Discover Children’s Story Centre Grand Reopening
Entry from £9.90
Reopening on 20 June following a major refurbishment, Discover Children’s Story Centre is one of London’s most imaginative days out for children. Designed around the power of stories and storytelling, the much-loved venue features immersive Story Worlds and a magical Story Garden where children can climb, explore, create and let their imaginations run wild. Alongside its incredible play spaces, Discover hosts a programme of author visits, storytelling sessions, sensory experiences for babies and toddlers, creative workshops and family activities. With brand-new spaces unveiled as part of its transformation, it’s set to be even better than before and is well worth adding to your family’s summer plans.
Kid’s Week 2026: Tickets on sale 9th June
Kids Week is an annual initiative during the summer holidays in London that makes West End theatre more accessible for families.
During Kids Week, a child aged 17 or under can go to any participating show for free when accompanied by a full-paying adult. Additionally, you can purchase up to two more children’s tickets at half price, with no booking fees. This long-running promotion, despite its name, now spans most of the summer (20th July – 31st August) offering a wide variety of plays, musicals, and children’s shows. More Info here
House Of Dreamers
Tickets from £23.90 (Adult) | £18.90 (child)
Opening at Immerse LDN on 26 June, House of Dreamers is a colourful new immersive experience that celebrates the power of imagination. Visitors can explore 16 interactive dream-inspired installations, from a giant pink ball pit and cloud swings to magical forests and AI-powered experiences. Blending art, technology and storytelling, it’s a playful adventure for all ages and is set to be one of London’s most exciting new immersive attractions this summer. Use code DAILYMUMTRA10 for 10% off tickets.
Barnes Children’s Literary Festival
Paid and Free Events
Every year the sleepy West London village of Barnes becomes the Children’s Literature Capital. This vibrant festival boasts over 100 inspiring events, workshops, and performances, making it the UK’s largest children’s literature festival. Meet famous authors (Maz Evans is on the line up), get involved in hands on workshops (Roblox Character drawing and Aardman model making) and watch live performances More Here.
Space Explorers: the ISS Experience
Tickets from £25.50
For budding astronauts, Space Explorers: The ISS Experience offers an unforgettable journey into space through cutting-edge VR technology. Based on real NASA missions, it lets you experience life aboard the International Space Station, float alongside astronauts and take in incredible views of Earth from orbit. Highly immersive and packed with wow-factor, it’s a great pick for space fans aged 8 and up. Use code DAILYMUMTRA10 for 10% off
Frida: The Making of an Icon
Adults £25| Child £5| Under 12s FREE
Frida: The Making of an Icon explores the life and legacy of Frida Kahlo, one of the world’s most celebrated artists. As Kahlo is often studied in primary schools, many children will already know her story, making this a great exhibition to build on what they’ve learned in the classroom through photographs, personal belongings and artworks.
M.C Escher: The Exhibition
Adults £20| Child £15| Under 4s FREE
Older children, teens and tweens with an interest in art, design or maths will enjoy the upcoming M.C. Escher exhibition at Somerset House. Renowned for his mind-bending optical illusions, impossible perspectives and intricate repeating patterns, the Dutch graphic artist created works that continue to fascinate audiences today. Expect plenty of surreal imagery that will have the whole family looking twice.
Smithsonian Starstruck: An Immersive Experience
Ages 10+
Opening at the Science Museum on 26 June, Smithsonian Starstruck: An Immersive Experience promises to take families on an unforgettable journey through space without ever leaving London.
Created in collaboration with the Smithsonian Astrophysical Observatory, this interactive, free-roam virtual reality experience uses real astronomical data to bring the wonders of the universe to life. Visitors will travel alongside iconic space observatories, including the Hubble Space Telescope and James Webb Space Telescope, exploring distant galaxies, witnessing the birth and death of stars, and even coming face-to-face with a black hole.
Designed for curious minds aged 10 and above, the 40-minute experience combines cutting-edge technology with real science, making complex astronomical concepts engaging and accessible for both children and adults.
Whether you have a budding astronaut at home or simply love immersive experiences, Starstruck looks set to be one of London’s most exciting family attractions this summer.
