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Soak Up the Sun in South Kensington!
The weather is finally looking up, and South Kensington is buzzing with a fantastic line-up of events for a jam-packed summer! So pack your picnic basket, grab your sunnies, and enjoy family fun in our beautiful parks! Don't forget about the parks cafes and kiosks, where you can also grab a coffee to keep you going or an ice cream to keep you cool!
If you would rather catch a break from the sun, why not head to the museums and check out The River, a brand new free installation at the Natural History Museum. Dive into the wonders of river ecosystems, discover the wildlife that thrives there, and learn about the crucial role rivers play in our environment. It's an experience perfect for all ages!
For music lovers, check out Sound System Stories: Wheel and Come Again at the V&A, celebrating the rich history of sound system culture with talks, performances, and interactive exhibits as well as a chance to enjoy a special pre-Carnival DJ set for your listening pleasure!
So, whether you’re into music, nature, or just eager to try something new, South Ken has plenty in store...
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| Summer In South Ken |
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| This summer there is lots to do in South Kensington if you are looking for a great day out. From boating on the Serpentine, visiting new exhibitions, festivals, exploring the parks, enjoying a big-screen experience and so much more... |
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| The Best Picnic Spots in South Kensington |
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| South Kensingtonoffers an array of picnic spots that cater to all preferences. Wherever you go, your picnic experience in South Kensington is sure to be memorable! |
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| The River |
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Natural History Museum
26th July - 26th Jan 2025 10am - 4.30pm |
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| This new sound installation by artist Jana Winderen in collaboration with sound specialist Tony Myatt explores the watery depths of the River Thames. It features captivating recordings from an underwater habitat that’s often inaccessible to our ears. |
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| Taylor Swift | Songbook Trail |
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V&A South Kensington
Until 8th Sept All day |
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| Explore a free trail across the museum celebrating Taylor Swift, with a range of her iconic looks on display. The costumes will sit alongside instruments, music awards, storyboards and previously unseen archival which will explore her childhood and recording legacy, many on display for the first time. |
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| BBC Proms 2024 |
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Royal Albert Hall
19 July - 14 Sept Various Times |
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| See your favourite classical standards, a wealth of special guests, contemporary concerts including Florence and the Machine, Sam Smith, and the return of the CBeebies Prom, and much more! |
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| Serpentine Pavilion 2024 |
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Serpentine
7th June - 27th Oct |
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| Seoul-based Korean architect Minsuk Cho and his firm Mass Studies have been selected to design the 23rd Pavilion which opens at Serpentine South on 7 June. |
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| Turn it Up: The Power of Music |
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Science Museum
Until 1st Sept 2024 10am - 6pm |
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| Just announced Turn It Up: The Power of Music has been extended through the summer! Don't miss this extra chance to explore this smash-hit exhibition and discover what is it about music that drives us to create, perform, feel, connect with others. |
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| Gardens Tour: Journey Through Time and Nature |
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Natural History Museum
1st - 30th August Dates vary |
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| Join a tour exploring the Museum's new gardens and innovative Urban Nature Project. Journey through the Evolution Garden and marvel at ancient rocks in the timeline wall. Gaze at the bronze dinosaurs and relax on chalk benches, where tales of London clay and a tropical city await you. |
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| Fashion in Motion: Orange Culture |
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V&A South Kensington
16th Aug Times vary |
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| A series of live fashion shows at V&A South Kensington, featuring leading fashion designers from across the world. Orange Culture, created by Nigerian-born fashion designer Adebayo Oke-Lawal, is set to take over the Raphael Court for the next Fashion in Motion. |
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| Awaken: Sufi Music & Women of South Asia |
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Royal College of Music
18th June- 20th Oct 10.15am – 5.45pm |
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| The exhibition celebrates the pivotal role of women and the rich, shared history of devotion and musical traditions from Pakistan, India & Bengal that create unique and diverse Sufi sounds. |
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| Playday |
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Design Museum
7th August 11am - 4pm |
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| Join the Design Museum for UK Playday, an annual celebration of playfulness. Explore the rich and lively culture of children’s play throughout the building. |
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| Summer Family Activities |
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Natural History Museum
27 July – 1 Sept 11am - 4.30pm |
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| Throughout the Summer holidays discover the Natural History Museum's new gardens and enjoy a whole bunch of free family activities from pond dipping to nature-themed arts and crafts. |
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| Drop-in Design: Festival wristbands |
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V&A South Kensington
7th Sept 11am- 4pm |
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| Join the museum this summer and be inspired by the Taylor Swift: Songbook Trail and the Theatre and Performance collection to make your own festival bracelet. |
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| Design Camp: Enzo Mari Lino Printing for 11 to 14 year olds |
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Design Museum
29th Aug 10:15am-4:15pm |
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| Learn how to make your own concertina book using lino print techniques inspired by the work and ethos of Italian designer Enzo Mari. |
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| Family Concert with Fatima Zahra Hassan and Grand Union Orchestra |
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Royal College of Music
9th Aug 2pm |
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| Enjoy this interactive concert inspired by the objects and stories on display in the RCM Museum’s temporary exhibition Awaken: Sufi Music & Women of South Asia. |
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| Sensory Friendly: Design and Draw with Light |
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V&A South Kensington
10th Aug 11am-4pm |
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| Take part in these free child and family workshops for visitors with a neurodiversity or sensory processing disorder and their families, get creative and have fun! |
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| Japan House London Family Workshops |
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Japan House London
27th Oct – 3rd Nov 2024 Various Times |
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| Explore the cultures of Japan this half term with a series of free family workshops. During each drop-in workshop, participants can enjoy learning about Japan and unleashing their creativity. |
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| Discovery Days: Meadow Madness |
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Hyde Park
6th- 8th Aug 11am- 3pm |
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| Meet the minibeasts that live in our meadow with meadow sweeping, experiment with different seed dispersal methods, and create a print from plants' natural dyes! |
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| Cromwell Place Café Summer Thursdays |
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Cromwell Place
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| Enjoy extended summer evenings every Thursday at the Cromwell Place Cafe! Savour the culinary creations of Yohei Furuhashi, as well as a selection of premium wines carefully chosen by Passione Vino. |
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Discover South Kensington is an initiative of the Exhibition Road Cultural Group, a partnership of the cultural and educational organisations in and around Exhibition Road, South Kensington.
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Our partners include:
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The Design Museum
Goethe-Institut
Imperial College London
Institut franҫais
The Ismaili Centre
Kensington Palace
Natural History Museum
Royal Albert Hall
South Kensington Estates
Royal College of Art
Cromwell Place
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Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea
Royal College of Music
Royal Commission for the Exhibition of 1851
Royal Geographical Society (with IBG)
The Royal Parks
Serpentine Galleries
The Science Museum
V&A South Kensington
The Royal Society of Sculptors
Japan House
Westminster City Council
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