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School Holidays in Covent Garden

Whether it's February Half Term, the Easter break, Summer holidays or October Half Term, kickstart your adventure with a family visit to Covent Garden. Home of entertainment, theatreland, shops and family friendly dining. explore the Piazza and historic Market Building to keep the little ones entertained during their next school holiday.

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The Big Egg Hunt

📍Across Covent Garden 
🗓 24th March - 27th April

Join us in Covent Garden this Easter for The Big Egg Hunt, a London-wide trail in support of the Elephant Family, perfect for keeping the little ones entertained this school holidays.

This spring 'The Big Egg Hunt' will be launched all over London as a free public art exhibition designed by leading names from the worlds of art, design, fashion, jewellery and food; in support of Asian Wildlife Charity, Elephant Family. Explore London, “collect the eggs” they find, ticking them off on a free app which is set to reveal prizes along the way. When the exhibition ends, these incredible sculptures will be auctioned to raise vital funds for Elephant Family.

Download The Big Egg hunt app here to take part.

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School Holidays in Covent Garden

Let us entertain you this school holidays with experiences the whole family will love...

  • Immerse yourselves in Theatreland as we celebrate the best in the West End! From Matilda to Frozen, there's plenty to world-class performances to enjoy in the surrounding theatres of Covent Garden. Discover the best of West End theatre here.

  • Family experiences at The Royal Opera House: Discover the full range of tours, family friendly days out, shows and workshops available to book at the Royal Opera House in Covent Garden.

  • Family Friendly Dining: Read our guide to the restaurants in our top picks of Family Friendly Dining in Covent Garden here

Family Friendly Dining

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Family Friendly Dining

One for all! Bring the whole family to Covent Garden and dine together for the ultimate experience in the West End. With children's menus and an array of cuisines to keep everyone smiling, read our Family Friendly Restaurant Guide

→ Top Family Friendly Restaurants

Feel-good theatre shows

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Family Sundays at the Royal Opera House

Discover opera, ballet and the Royal Opera House with fun-packed creative activities for all the family. With bean bags and plenty of space for your family to relax and enjoy live music and dance, Family Sundays is packed with activities for the whole family to enjoy.

Activities include:

  • Interactive singing or dancing workshops
  • Live theatrecraft or stage combat workshops
  • Informal performances from Royal Ballet dancers and musicians

Make sure to book your ticket in advance to avoid disappointment.

→ Discover the Royal Opera House
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Save the dates: School Holidays

Add these dates to your diary to plan your visit to Covent Garden in 2025

  • May Half Term: Monday 26th May - Friday 30th May
  • Summer Holidays: Monday 21st July - Friday 29th August
  • October Half Term: Monday 27th October - Friday 31st October
  • Christmas Holidays: Monday 22nd December - Friday 2nd January

*Dates subject to region

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