{"title": "Victorian Santa's grotto", "start": "2026-11-20T00:00:00Z", "end": "2026-12-23T00:00:00Z", "place": "London Museum Docklands", "address": "No. 1 Warehouse, West India Quay, E14 4AL London", "price": "from £15.00", "price_from": "15.00", "price_to": null, "category": "kids-family", "tags": ["occasion/christmas"], "description": "Victorian Santa's grotto is a family activity at London Museum Docklands, where children stroll through the Sailortown gallery, decked out in festive decorations, to meet Santa in his Dickensian-style grotto. The museum runs the experience: each 15-minute session includes a visit with Santa and an age-appropriate gift inspired by traditional Victorian toys, made from classic materials with minimal plastic. Quiet, sensory-friendly sessions are offered for children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities, and photography is welcome. Adults must accompany children but do not need tickets, and advance booking is required.", "url": "https://noky.io/en/london/events/victorian-santas-grotto-37063/", "official_url": "https://www.londonmuseum.org.uk/whats-on/victorian-santas-grotto/", "image": "https://noky.io/images/18a2a012cf5858eef24165377d95ef39a6a27dde46d4b99abc6f5804c8b3413b-1200.webp", "dates": [{"start": "2026-11-20T00:00:00Z", "end": "2026-12-23T00:00:00Z", "place": "London Museum Docklands", "address": "No. 1 Warehouse, West India Quay, E14 4AL London", "tickets": ""}], "similar": [{"title": "Santa’s Grotto at the Queen’s House", "start": "2026-11-14T00:00:00Z", "end": "2026-12-24T00:00:00Z", "place": "Queen's House", "address": "SE10 9NF London", "price": "Early bird: £27 per person | General tickets: £30 | Members: £25 | Under 1s: Free", "price_from": "27.00", "price_to": "30.00", "category": "kids-family", "tags": ["literature/fairy-tales", "occasion/christmas"], "description": "Santa's Grotto at the Queen's House is a festive family experience where children meet Father Christmas and receive a gift, set in a decorated former royal residence. It is run by Royal Museums Greenwich and takes the form of an actor-led story adventure through the icy land of the Snow Queen, inspired by Hans Christian Andersen's fairy tale. Families meet characters including the Snow Queen, her Hobgoblin assistant, Gerda, Kai and the robber girl before reaching the grotto. There is also one-on-one time with Santa amid snowy trees, lavish decorations and icy blue lights.", "url": "https://noky.io/en/london/events/santas-grotto-at-the-queens-house-38314/", "official_url": "https://www.rmg.co.uk/whats-on/queens-house/santas-grotto-queens-house", "image": "https://noky.io/images/9f02b2b7b6d216ea380b70fdbf27da428fc1452fa58eff2b539c4c99573cd3e5-1200.webp"}, {"title": "Tots at the docks", "start": "2026-11-11T10:30:00Z", "end": null, "place": "London Museum Docklands", "address": "No. 1 Warehouse, West India Quay, E14 4AL London", "price": "Free", "price_from": "0.00", "price_to": "0.00", "category": "kids-family", "tags": ["history/london", "literature/fairy-tales"], "description": "Tots at the docks is a free monthly drop-in play session for babies and toddlers under five and their carers, themed around London's past and present. It is run by the London Museum at London Museum Docklands in the historic heart of Canary Wharf, with activities changing each month, such as sensory areas, role play, soft toy sea creatures, a mini digger and puppet shows. On this day the theme is fairy tales, and entry may be limited during busy times.", "url": "https://noky.io/en/london/events/tots-at-the-docks-37060/", "official_url": "https://www.londonmuseum.org.uk/whats-on/tots-at-the-docks/", "image": "https://noky.io/images/87e4ba3b7708a669e3aacb0050aecdbe7dd94b327fcba18cdeaccdf2b2001b5a-1200.webp"}, {"title": "Mudlarks family gallery", "start": "2026-10-29T00:00:00Z", "end": "2026-11-25T00:00:00Z", "place": "London Museum Docklands", "address": "No. 1 Warehouse, West India Quay, E14 4AL London", "price": "Free", "price_from": "3.95", "price_to": "4.95", "category": "kids-family", "tags": ["history/docks"], "description": "Mudlarks family gallery is an interactive play space at London Museum Docklands for children aged up to eight. Run by the London Museum, it brings the docks to life through play that keeps little ones occupied and supports their development. Kids can find out what the docks were used for and what life was like for sailors years ago, driving a DLR train in the soft play area, moving ships along the docks on the water play station and helping workers move cargo with wheelbarrows. Each 45-minute session ends with a bell rung five minutes before tidying-up time.", "url": "https://noky.io/en/london/events/mudlarks-family-gallery-37067/", "official_url": "", "image": "https://noky.io/images/07c3773f438adcea796a64cd1d6469bd542b02435ac6f0b403736ed36c836b41-2000.webp"}, {"title": "Santa’s Winter Garden", "start": "2026-11-20T00:00:00Z", "end": null, "place": "Fulham Palace", "address": "London", "price": "", "price_from": "0.00", "price_to": "0.00", "category": "kids-family", "tags": ["occasion/christmas"], "description": "Santa's Winter Garden turns the historic walled gardens of Fulham Palace into a snowy Christmas adventure for families. It is run as a partnership between Fulham Palace Trust and Intuitive Festive Events, working with special effects experts from snow-filled Christmas films. Snow falls, lights sparkle, and families explore a wintry world of magic and surprises before a private visit with Santa for photos, hugs and Christmas wishes.", "url": "https://noky.io/en/london/events/santas-winter-garden-36208/", "official_url": "", "image": "https://noky.io/images/88a1baf5942fec2578bbcb7284bbdc97d11854b1265999f54773344c23c58d74-1200.webp"}, {"title": "Wundrful World Of Christmas", "start": "2026-11-11T00:00:00Z", "end": "2026-12-24T00:00:00Z", "place": "Excel", "address": "Western Gateway 1, E16 1XL London", "price": "", "price_from": "24.90", "price_to": "34.90", "category": "festivals-street", "tags": ["occasion/christmas"], "description": "Wundrful World Of Christmas is a festive adventure at Immerse LDN, Excel Waterfront, inviting young believers and their grown-ups into Santa's world. The event takes visitors on a journey to the North Pole through a snow-covered Enchanted Forest, the elves' bustling Workshop and a meeting with Mrs Claus, with live performers, interactive moments and theatrical sets, ending with a visit to Santa. A new second act for 2026 is the Elves' Playground, a festive village with twinkling lights, Christmas market stalls, festive food and drink and family-friendly fairground rides.", "url": "https://noky.io/en/london/events/wundrful-world-of-christmas-36051/", "official_url": "", "image": "https://noky.io/images/68fe8b637d6ccc625df6db3486b466903459f18ee07cb5388afd70134d83f34e-2000.webp"}, {"title": "Christmas with the Dickens hosted by Lucinda Dickens Hawksley", "start": "2026-11-18T17:15:00Z", "end": null, "place": "Charles Dickens Museum", "address": "Doughty Street 48-49, WC1N 2LX London", "price": "£59", "price_from": "59.00", "price_to": "59.00", "category": "tours", "tags": ["history/victorian", "occasion/christmas"], "description": "Christmas with the Dickens is an intimate evening event at the Charles Dickens Museum, the London home of the young Charles Dickens and his family. It is hosted by Lucinda Dickens Hawksley, the great-great-great granddaughter of Charles Dickens, an art historian, broadcaster and author. Guests hear about the Victorian Christmas traditions her ancestor promoted, take a guided tour of the historic house, and join a ceremonial serving of Christmas pudding. The gathering ends with conversation and questions with Lucinda, and every ticket sold supports the museum's charity.", "url": "https://noky.io/en/london/events/christmas-with-the-dickens-hosted-by-lucinda-dickens-hawksle-35247/", "official_url": "https://dickensmuseum.com/blogs/all-events/victorian-christmas-dickens", "image": "https://noky.io/images/40919fdaeb952ecb52f74df62fd42a0d1e31a78589dea52bf4b988e45f95d076-600.webp"}, {"title": "A Magical Winter Wonderland", "start": "2026-11-10T00:00:00Z", "end": "2027-01-04T00:00:00Z", "place": "The Paddington Bear Experience", "address": "Westminster Bridge Road, SE1 7PB London", "price": "", "price_from": null, "price_to": null, "category": "kids-family", "tags": ["occasion/christmas"], "description": "A Magical Winter Wonderland is a festive family day out at The Paddington Bear Experience at County Hall on London's South Bank. Visitors can enjoy Paddington's World at Christmas, with stunning decorations including a 5.5 metre centrepiece Christmas tree and a gorgeously lit Windsor Gardens. Festive treats such as gingerbread paws, mince pies and orange hot chocolate can be purchased from the bakery, and guests can enjoy the Marmalade Day Festival in Windsor Gardens before meeting Paddington, with even a chance of snow.", "url": "https://noky.io/en/london/events/a-magical-winter-wonderland-39530/", "official_url": "https://paddingtonbearexperience.com/christmas/", "image": "https://noky.io/images/26ec733a086bf346768a5737fc122bd0d424e1daa66f34c35bd7abe25e530cb1-1200.webp"}, {"title": "SENsory Sailors", "start": "2026-11-14T11:00:00Z", "end": "2026-11-14T12:30:00Z", "place": "National Maritime Museum", "address": "Romney Road, SE10 9NF London", "price": "Free", "price_from": "0.00", "price_to": "0.00", "category": "kids-family", "tags": ["society/disability"], "description": "SENsory Sailors is a monthly sensory play session at the National Maritime Museum for disabled children, children with additional needs and their families. Sessions are led by disabled creatives, including facilitators such as Lynn and Aaron Oliver, and respond to the needs of the participating families. Families can explore the Museum's collections, get creative together and meet other local families. Sessions are relaxed, tailored to children under 13 years and offer a breakout space and SEND-friendly activities.", "url": "https://noky.io/en/london/events/sensory-sailors-74475/", "official_url": "https://www.rmg.co.uk/whats-on/national-maritime-museum/sensory-sailors", "image": "https://noky.io/images/c7e7d477f365c0c86782aa537cf34c5dd6dc1353e1cda161c65ff14d6300df07-1200.webp"}, {"title": "Christmas at Chiswick House", "start": "2026-11-01T00:00:00Z", "end": "2026-12-24T00:00:00Z", "place": "Chiswick House", "address": "", "price": "", "price_from": null, "price_to": null, "category": "festivals-street", "tags": ["occasion/christmas"], "description": "Christmas at Chiswick House is a season of festive activities filling Chiswick House & Gardens for all to enjoy. Chiswick House & Gardens hosts it, with weekly Christmas markets offering treats to buy and savour, alongside crafty workshops, Christmas theatre productions and a Magical Grotto where younger visitors can meet Father Christmas. Purchases from the Chiswick House Shop and from mulled wine sold by Colicci go back towards the care of these historic spaces. Read on to find out what's on and plan your visit!", "url": "https://noky.io/en/london/events/christmas-at-chiswick-house-35304/", "official_url": "https://chiswickhouseandgardens.org.uk/event/celebrate-christmas-at-chiswick-house-gardens/", "image": "https://noky.io/images/894d628341e27800b706e2a32f3a8c226d90932cdac367290308e4dc05800b94-2000.webp"}, {"title": "Christmas at Summit", "start": "2026-11-13T00:00:00Z", "end": "2026-12-06T00:00:00Z", "place": "Alexandra Palace", "address": "Alexandra Palace Way, N22 7AY London", "price": "", "price_from": null, "price_to": null, "category": "tours", "tags": ["occasion/christmas"], "description": "Christmas at Summit is a festive rooftop adventure held on selected days in the run-up to Christmas, with a choice of a daytime, sunset or night time tour. Visitors climb 130 metres above sea level for panoramic views over London's skyline. The seasonal offer includes 12% off with code XMAS12, a free hot chocolate and a mince pie. The meeting point is the East Court and the experience is for ages 8 and over.", "url": "https://noky.io/en/london/events/christmas-at-summit-34665/", "official_url": "", "image": "https://noky.io/images/b9d445d1b68239e8e84065ecb70bd5ebc4eda66498f336bb6339802848cc442a-2000.webp"}, {"title": "Second Saturday – Family activities at Guildhall Art Gallery in November", "start": "2026-11-14T11:00:00Z", "end": null, "place": "Guildhall Art Gallery", "address": "Guildhall Yard, EC2V 5AE London", "price": "", "price_from": "0.00", "price_to": "0.00", "category": "kids-family", "tags": ["art"], "description": "Second Saturday is a free monthly day of family activities at Guildhall Art Gallery, with creative drop-in sessions and storytelling inspired by the Gallery's artworks, London's history and the remains of the Roman Amphitheatre beneath it. It is run by Guildhall Art Gallery, which invites families with children aged 3 to 13 to explore a different theme each month. Booking is recommended but walk-ins are welcome, and visitors may bring a packed lunch to enjoy in Guildhall Yard.", "url": "https://noky.io/en/london/events/second-saturday-family-activities-at-guildhall-art-gallery-i-80754/", "official_url": "", "image": "https://noky.io/images/595a3052a9b35b44337065f2dead3d8f7a9eae49e3af52639d27930ad5880209-1200.webp"}, {"title": "Christmas Events at The London Eye", "start": "2026-11-14T00:00:00Z", "end": "2027-01-03T00:00:00Z", "place": "London Eye", "address": "Westminster Bridge Road, SE1 7PB London", "price": "From £29", "price_from": "0.00", "price_to": "0.00", "category": "festivals-street", "tags": ["occasion/christmas"], "description": "Christmas at the London Eye is a season of festive experiences at the giant observation wheel beside the Thames, running from 14 November 2026 to 3 January 2027. Every ticket includes Festive Flights in beautifully decorated pods with a special guest narrator sharing Christmas stories of London past and present. There is also a family meeting with Santa high above the city, a hosted flight with Moët & Chandon champagne, a festive afternoon tea, and a free nightly Christmas light show. Tickets for the seasonal packages start from £29 per adult.", "url": "https://noky.io/en/london/events/christmas-events-at-the-london-eye-107630/", "official_url": "https://www.londoneye.com/whats-on/events/christmas-at-the-london-eye/", "image": "https://noky.io/images/df03a9d50ebfe20ea8be8828a53cf8a95797358fce60fa2628b644f919b211df-2000.webp"}, {"title": "SEND bonfire night event at Croydon Fire Station", "start": "2026-11-14T17:30:00Z", "end": null, "place": "Croydon Fire Station", "address": "90 Old Town, Croydon, CR0 1AR", "price": "Free (ticket required)", "price_from": "0.00", "price_to": "0.00", "category": "kids-family", "tags": ["occasion/bonfire-night"], "description": "A fully accessible SEND bonfire night event at Croydon Fire Station for young people with additional needs. It is run by the London Fire Brigade to make the bonfire occasion accessible. Visitors can meet the fire crews on an accessible fire engine, get fire safety advice, and enjoy hot chocolate and toasted marshmallows. There will also be light displays, bubble tunnels and a UV house.", "url": "https://noky.io/en/london/events/send-bonfire-night-event-at-croydon-fire-station-37043/", "official_url": "https://www.london-fire.gov.uk/community/croydon/croydon-send-bonfire-night/", "image": "https://noky.io/images/551d5c62917cf07e2b5ab063420a2ed8500e0eef0fcbacc8be91ba9a1b5ae301-1200.webp"}]}