Looking for things to do during May half term in London with kids? In this guide, you’ll find a list of events and activities for kids in London coming up during the May half term holidays 2025.
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When are the May half term school holidays?
This year the May half term school holidays in London are from Monday, 26 May to Friday, 30 May 2025. Monday, 26 May is the spring bank holiday.
What’s On May Half Term in London with Kids
Plan your May half term break with this list of things to do with kids in London during May half term 2025.
Triwizard Tournament at WB Studio Tour London
15 May – 8 September 2025
This summer, Warner Bros. Studio Tour London is uncovering how filmmakers brought the action-packed scenes from the Triwizard Tournament to life.
Experience the brand-new Backlot Stage to discover how filmmakers shot underwater and created the Hungarian Horntail Dragon. In this new indoor space, with a digital screen, stage and tiered seating, WB Studio Tour Interactors will reveal the Secrets of Special Effects.
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Famous wizarding schools will also be brought to life during this special Triwizard Tournament feature. Experience demonstrations reminiscent of the Beauxbaton and Durmstrong students’ arrival at Hogwarts and look out for their iconic blue dresses and fur accessories as seen on-screen.
Book tickets to visit WB Studio Tour London
The Big Bahooey at Hampton Court Palace
24 – 26 May 2025
Bahooey means “utter silliness”, and you’ll find plenty of that in this unforgettable family adventure! The Big Bahooey will fill the gardens of Henry VIII’s famous palace with jaw-dropping acrobats, slapstick comedy, live music and larger than life characters.
The Big Bahooey is happening this late May Bank Holiday, right at the start of the school half-term and is included in palace admission.
Book tickets to visit Hampton Court Palace
At London’s Service Activities at the London Transport Museum
24 May – 1 June 2025
The month of May 2025 markes the 80th anniversary of Victory in Europe Day (VE Day). Find out more about the role London’s transport played in keeping the city moving through the Second World War at the LTM this half-term.
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Join in on family activities exploring the stories of those who worked on London Transport, the role of Underground stations as shelters during the Blitz and how London Transport contributed to the wider war effort.
See the full programme and book tickets to visit the London Transport Museum
Feeding Time at the Zoo Activities at London Zoo
24 May – 1 June 2025
Learn about animals’ favourite foods this May half term at London Zoo. Join in on interactive foodie games and stories, a series of pop up animal themed kitchens and a teddy bears’ picnic with storytelling and interactive photo opportunities.
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Test your animal knowledge with a Kitchen Quiz and stand a chance to win exciting prizes. There will also be a BBQ chalet on the Main Lawn offering a spread of delicious bites, with plenty of vegetarian and vegan options for everyone.
All activities are included in the zoo admission price and suitable for children of all ages.
Book tickets to visit ZSL London Zoo
D-Day Weekend at the Royal Air Force Museum
30 May – 1 June 2025
The RAF Museum London will be marking the 81st anniversary of the Normany D-Day landings with a weekend long celebration of free music, dancing and outdoor fun.
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Family activities over the RAF D-Day Family Weekend include swing dancing workshops, pedal planes and interactive talks.
Plan your visit to the Royal Air Force Museum
May Half-Term Kids Theatre Shows in London
Here’s a list of what’s on for kids at London Theatres during the May half-term break.
The Vanishing Forest at the Polka Theatre
24 May – 1 June 2025
Written as a continuation of ‘A Midsummer Night’s Dream’, The Vanishing Forest uses spells, puppetry and mystical flowers to educate children on the issue of deforestation and inspire them, through a brand-new Shakespeare infused opera.
Join Puck, Cassie and Mylas in their quest to find Oberon and Titania, stop the felling and restore the wonder to the beautiful forest.
Running time: approximately 50 minutes. Tickets from £10. Suitable for ages 7 – 12
Book tickets at the Polka Theatre
Museums in London for Kids
Top Museums in London for Kids – plan a visit to one of London’s top family-friendly museums
Read on for more family days out inspiration with our reviews on top museums in London for kids;
Family Day Out at the British Museum
Visiting the Horniman Museum and Gardens with Kids
Wonderlab at the Science Museum London
London Transport Museum with Kids
Day Out at the National Maritime Museum
Dino Snores for Kids at the Natural History Museum
Royal Air Force Museum London with Kids
Cutty Sark Activities for Kids
London Museum of Water and Steam with Kids
National Portrait Gallery London with Kids
May Half Term in London for Kids 2025 Map
I am pinning the top places in London for things to do during the summer half term in my “May Half Term in London with Kids 2025” Google Map Guide. For a direct link to the map to bookmark, click here. To explore the map, click on the door sign with an arrow just before the map title.
This post was updated on 11 March 2025 with London family events and activities coming up over May half term break.
