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Cheap and Free Family Days Out in London
Plan a lower-cost family day in London with free events, museums, outdoor activities and ticket offers that can reduce the total price.
Free Pizza at Battersea Power Station's Italian Party
Get free pizza and drinks at Cirio's Italian street party at Battersea Power Station on 19 September 2026, with a live DJ, games and photo booth.
Barnet Food Festival 2026: Kids Free at RAF Museum
Visit Barnet Food Festival at RAF Museum London on 12 and 13 September 2026. Adult tickets cost £10 and under-16s go free, with museum entry included.
Free Farmers' Market at The Lanes, Tooting
Browse a free farmers' market at The Lanes in Tooting on 12 September 2026, with local food, crafts, plants, coffee and seasonal produce.
Queen's Park Book Festival 2026: 8 Free Talks
Visit the final Queen's Park Book Festival on 5 and 6 September 2026 for eight free talks, plus ticketed author events from £6.
St Katharine Docks Classic Boat Festival 2026 [Free event]
See more than 50 vintage boats, talks, music and family activities at St Katharine Docks on 12 and 13 September 2026.
Tidefest at Strand-on-the-Green 2026 [Free family festival]
Enjoy river dipping, walks, music, games and bookable watersports at free Tidefest in Chiswick on Sunday 6 September 2026.
3 Immersive VR Experiences in London Worth Trying
Compare three immersive London experiences, from the International Space Station and Titanic to a journey through space at the Science Museum.
Natural Aspect Summer Concert 2026 [Free Hampstead event]
See free live jazz, reggae, ska and more at Parliament Hill Bandstand on 30 August 2026, with family activities from 1pm to 5pm.
Barbican Conservatory free plant adoption [Booking opens 19 August]
Book free entry to the Barbican Conservatory plant adoption on 13 September 2026 and take home one propagated cutting while stocks last.
Japan Matsuri London 2026 [Free festival]
Visit Japan Matsuri at Trafalgar Square on 4 October 2026 for a free day of Japanese performances, food stalls, martial arts and culture.
Free Hypeshop Labubu Exhibition in Dalston
Explore why people collect Labubus and other hype objects at a free five-day pop-up in Dalston CLR James Library, 11–15 August 2026.
Free Ridley Road Summer Fair 2026
Enjoy steelpan music, African drumming, crafts, games and face painting free at Ridley Road Market on Saturday 22 August 2026.
Free Black on the Square Festival 2026 in Trafalgar Square
Black on the Square brings free music, workshops, food and Black culture to Trafalgar Square on Saturday 5 September 2026. No ticket required.
Free Southbank Music Day: LIVE + BREATHE 2026
Enjoy more than eight hours of free music, dancing and community climate action at Southbank Centre's Riverside Terrace on 30 August 2026.
Free Notting Hill Carnival 2026: Dates and Practical Tips
Notting Hill Carnival returns on 30 and 31 August 2026. Find parade times, the quieter family day, travel advice and ways to keep costs down.
Free King's Cross Summer Sounds Festival 2026
Hear free jazz, folk, soul and classical music at Summer Sounds in Coal Drops Yard from 13 to 23 August 2026. Free RSVP recommended.
Kids Week 2026: Free Children's London Theatre Tickets
Get one free Kids Week theatre ticket for a child aged 17 or under with a full-price adult ticket, for selected London shows until 31 August 2026.
Free Ensemble Festival at Royal Victoria Dock 2026
See two days of free outdoor circus, dance, theatre and music at Ensemble Festival, Royal Victoria Dock, on 25 and 26 July 2026.
Best Free Museums in London: Find One for Your Day
Choose a free London museum by location, subject and family suitability, with booking advice and links to official visitor information.
Free Bermondsey Latino Summer Festival at The Blue
Enjoy free live Latin music, dance and family workshops at Bermondsey Latino Summer at The Blue Market on Saturday 18 July 2026.
Feast in the Field: Free Burgess Park Festival 2026
Enjoy free live music, workshops, food and community stalls at Feast in the Field in Burgess Park on Sunday 19 July 2026.
Free Move Games Activities for Southwark Kids Summer 2026
Find free and low-cost swimming, sports, games and watersports for children at Southwark leisure centres from 27 July to 28 August 2026.
Free Gabriel's Wharf Arts Festival September 2026
Enjoy free jazz, swing dance, craft workshops and family entertainment at Gabriel's Wharf Arts Festival on 5 and 19 September 2026.
Greenwich and Docklands Free Festival 2026
See free outdoor theatre, circus, dance and live performance across Greenwich and east London during GDIF from 21 August to 6 September 2026.
Free Royal Docks Swimming: Summer Splash Ends 16 August
Swim free at Royal Docks Summer Splash in Royal Victoria Dock before it closes on 16 August 2026. Check opening times, safety rules and family activities.
Free Southwark Summer Family Festival in Nunhead 2026
Visit the free Southwark Summer Family Festival in Nunhead on Sunday 26 July 2026 for games, workshops, performances and family activities.
Soho Village Fete 2026: Snail Racing and Free Entertainment
Visit the free Soho Village Fete on Sunday 19 July 2026 for snail racing, the Soho Waiters Race, live entertainment and unusual competitions.
Thailand Showcase London 2026: Free Festival by Tower Bridge
Visit the free Thailand Showcase at Potters Fields Park from 17 to 19 July 2026 for Thai food, performances, workshops and more than 50 vendors.
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