19 Amazing Things To Do In London In February

If you’re looking for things to do in London in February, you’re in luck! This February, London celebrates a variety of festivals and cultural events. With Chinese New Year, LGBTQ+ history month, Valentine’s Day and the kid’s half term taking place throughout the month. There’s plenty going on!

February 2025 highlights include the Imagine Children’s Festival, the free Out at Sea Festival at Greenwich Maritime Museum or a themed guided tour of The Globe. 

There’s activities perfect for the winter weather including ice skating, cosy theatre plays and plenty of indoor museum events.

Whatever your budget there’s something from everyone, from the free light festival at Battersea Power station to a private guided tour of Buckingham Palace.

Whatever you choose to do, Feburary 2025 looks set to be a fantastic month in this amazing city.

Go Back in Time To Shakespeare’s London

There’s plenty of fun and interactive event taking place at Shakespeare’s Globe thie February.

Journey through over 400 years of interesting history at Shakespeare’s Globe Story & Tour, a new, walk-through exhibition space. Experience the sights, sounds, and secrets of Shakespeare’s London. See the Globe Thestre where expert guides will recount stories bringing it’s history to life. Try out costumes and props to get ready for the stage.

During February you can also joing a guided Twighlight Tour. Meet at 5.30pm and learn about Shakespeare’s fascination with the dark.

In addtion, The Globe is running lots of half term events between 17th and 21st February. They include a Macbeth workshop, a Tempest workshop as well as a Macbeth family story telling event.

Celebrate Lunar New Year

Lunar New Year is the start of China’s New Year falls on 2nd February 2025. The Year of the Snake celebrations will take place in London’s Chinatown which will come alive with a vibrant parade with colourful floats and the largest collection of Chinese lions and dragons in Europe.

In addition, head down to Trafalgar Square and Leicester Square where there will be entertainment for the whole family to enjoy.

London Transport Museum – discover over 200 years of London’s transport history. This museum is fascinating for all ages and particularly appeals to kids who love buses and trains. During Feburary half term there are free events included as part of your admission price such as arts and crafts, interactive workshops, and family-oriented tours and trails.

Natural History Museum – this gem of a museum is free (book a timed ticket in advance) and great for all ages (the Earthquake simulator and the dinosaurs are two of my favourite exhibits). Between 15th and 23rd Feburary there’s lots of half term events including activities celebrating the natural world, from LEGO builds to shows with lifelike dinosaurs.

British Museum – kids can take on a museum mission which is featured in six galleries and where you can challenge your family to a variety of tasks. 

V&A Museum – has plenty of events happening during Feburary half term as well. The include workshops and activities for families inspired by the Making Egypt exhibition There’s also half term activities that explore food, culture and design where you can express yourself through collage, drawing and sewing

Celebrate Valentines Day

London is an amazing city to enjoy a romantic day for two.

Why not take a Thames River Cruise for two with dinner or enjoy a Valentine’s themed afternoon tea?

Climb high and enjoy a romantic view from the top of the Sky Garden or have Valentine’s dinner at the Shard (London’s iconic sky scraper).

Enjoy a romantic stroll through Hyde Park and Kensington Gardens or watch a West End show together.

Whatever you choose to do, London is a fabulous place to make romantic Valentine’s memories.

Visit the Orchid Festival at Kew Gardens

The annual orchid festival at Kew Gardens takes places between 1st Febuary and 2nd March 2025 in the Princess of Wales Conservatory. Entry is included with your tickets to Kew.

See stunning array of orchids and vibrant flora from around the world. Each year, the festival revolves around a unique theme. In 2025 the focus is on Peru.

Discover some iconic landmarks of Peru like the Nazca Lines and Machu Picchu. You might even spot some alpacas, flamingos or spectacled bears amongst the blooms!

If you’re looking for something indoors to do with football fans during half term or a fun activity with friends and family, head down to Toca Social at the 02. 

Have fun hitting targets with a football at a digital screen. Everybody can have a go, you don’t need to be any good at football to play. 

Battersea Power Station’s free light festival runs from 23rd January to 23rd February. Explore seven stunning light installations from British and International artists.

This year, many of the installations will be enhanced with soundscapes and interactive features; from illuminated butterflies to a playable light piano and cycling light battle.

There will also be family-friendly workshops, live entertainment and music throughout the festival, including live weeknight performances on the ‘Light Piano 2.0’ installation.

Looking for an activity with a difference to try this February? If yes, head to Coal Drop Yard, Kings Cross and try your hand at curling. Teams of six can enjoy six colourful, sustainable curling lanes (children under 12 play for free when accompanied by an adult)> Lanes are open from 12 – 8pm every day, with sessions lasting 45 minutes. Sessions are availabe to book until 25th February.

Book online before you go.

Take a Buckingham Palace Guided Tour

You can take a guided tour of Buckingham Palace on several dates throughout February.

The tour allows you to see the East Wing, Discover the spaces beyond the famous façade of Buckingham Palace. View exquisite works from the Royal Collection and visit the Centre Room, where you can view the Palace balcony, first used by Queen Victoria.

Experience a London West End Show

The cold, damp and dismal weather in February makes it a great time to go to the theatre.

Beat the winter blues and immerself in a West End show. Whether you’re a fan of musicals, comedies or drama, there’s something for everybody.

See one of London’s amazing musicals. Pick from the  Lion King, Frozen or Matilda and many more.

One musical opening on 25th February is Clueless at the Trafalgar Theatre. Described as a musical adaptation of the iconic 1995 film. It features new songs by KT Tunstall, this show brings Cher Horowitz’s high school adventures to the stage in a modern retelling of Jane Austen’s ‘Emma’.

Looking for a comedy? Try out the Last Laugh. Running from the 25th Feb to 22nd March 2025 at the Noel Coward Theatre.. The comedy reimagines the lives of British comedy legends Eric Morecambe, Tommy Cooper, and Bob Monkhouse.

If you’re planning on visiting to The Tower of London during the day in half term, look out for costumed characters performing Colonel Blood and the Crown Jewels will be performed throughout the day.

Catch scenes from this dramatic story unfolding from your place in the present-day Crown Jewel queue, outside the café, or by the Martin Tower.

Go  on a behind-the-scenes tour of Tottenham Hotspur Stadium with this immersive self-guided experience. Or go on the Dare Skywalk – not for the faint of heart it’s for those who thrive on urban adventure. Scale the stadium and enjoy breathtaking views of the London skyline and the pitch below.

Between 1st Feb and 2nd March, you can buy tickets on a 2 for 1 basis.

Attend an Event at the National Gallery

There’s plenty of events taking place at the National Gallery this February.

There are 3 free kids events during half term.

The Decoding Pictures event invites children to explore the gallery with a team of educators. Discover how to decode pictures by looking, questioning, and discussing together in this interactive session.

Or why not take part in the family lute tour where you can embark on a musical adventure or explore the sound of paintings.

There are also plenty of talks and events which are taking place for adults too including free guided tours. 

We Were There Family Day at HMS Belfast

Veterans and other volunteers will be on HMS Belfast between 11am and 3pm on 21st February to share memories of life at sea on the vessel as part of a family day. Hear the personal stories of IWM’s veterans and eyewitnesses who experienced confilct first hand.

Suitable for kids aged 7 plus, it’s included as part of the entry price to HMS Belfast.

If you’re looking for a unique experience, there’s nothing like enjoy a relaxing hot tub while sailing out on the River Thames.

Boats sail from Canary Wharf and you can choose from sailing your own boat (no experience necessary) or embarking on a guided tour!

The water is heated to a toasty 38 degrees so you can go out in any weather, rain, sleet or snow making February a good month to do it.

Find out more at Skuna boats.

Visit Another Museum

There’s so many events happening at museums in London in February, it’s worth scheduling more than one museum visit, especially if you’ve got children. Here is a quick round up of more events:

The Royal Airforce Museum – this incredible museum is free (donations are welcome and book your free tickets in advance). It tells the story of the history of the RAF from the first ideas of flight to today’s leading tech. Plus, there are many beautiful airplanes and helicopters to see. During February half term enjoy the activites on for Stem week.

The Postal Museum – this fab little museum is a fun visit. Enjoy a ride on the mail rail and explore the history of of the postal service. In February there are lots of half term events for kids. Enjoy crafts, making and storytelling, inspired by the postal uniforms in thecurrent special exhibition, Dressed to Deliver.

The London Museum of Steam and Water is a small museum in West London dedicated to showing the history of London’s water supply with lots of interactive hands-on activities and exhibits including historic engines. During February half term 2025 kids can take part in the Trains Trains Trains event. 

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