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Spooky Season in South Ken: Halloween Events and Thrills!

As Halloween creeps closer, South Kensington is alive with spine-tingling events and activities for everyone to enjoy. For a dash of haunting history, delve into the science of chilling myths and legends at the Natural History Museum's  Halloween at the Museum, or dance the night away at the spooky silent disco. Over at the Science Museum prepare to embrace your worst fears as they investigate spooky science and terrifying tech for their Halloween Lates. 

With half-term just around the corner, South Ken is buzzing with family-friendly fun! Check out the Looks Delicious! Exploring Japan's Food Replica Culture at Japan House London, where you’ll discover the fascinating art of food replicas. At V&A South Kensington, don’t miss their BOOST Family Festival packed with creative activities. Plus, dive into the magical world of The World of Tim Burton exhibition at the Design Museum which opens next week!

Explore our full round-up of fun events in South Kensington this half-term  

 
 
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October Half Term in South Ken
 

 
South Kensington's museums, galleries and cultural spaces are excited to welcome you this October half-term.
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Image credit: Surrounded, 1996 © Tim Burton  
The World of Tim Burton
 
Design Museum
25th Oct- 21st April 2025 10am - 6:00pm
 
Delve into the fantastical world of Tim Burton in this major exhibition exploring his remarkable creations and key collaborations with designers.
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The Great Mughals: Art, Architecture and Opulence
 
V&A South Kensington
9th Nov- 5 May 2025 10am - 5.45pm
 
This major exhibition will celebrate the extraordinary creative output and internationalist culture of the Golden Age of the Mughal Court (about 1560 – 1660) during the reigns of its most famous emperors: Akbar, Jahangir and Shah Jahan.
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Image credit: Caiman Crunch © Ian Ford, Wildlife Photographer of the Year  
Wildlife Photographer of the Year 2024
 
Natural History Museum
11th Oct - 19th June 2025 10am - 5.50pm
 
Experience the wonder of life on Earth through the world’s best wildlife photography. The exhibition is back for its sixtieth year to reveal more of nature’s stories.
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Halloween Lates
 
Science Museum
31st Oct 6:30pm - 10pm
 
This Halloween, prepare to embrace your worst fears as you investigate spooky science and terrifying tech.
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Haunted House at the Sambourne's
 
Leighton House and Sambourne House Museum
31st Oct 6:30pm-8pm
 
Visit Sambourne House after hours for a "spooktacular" evening exploring this Victorian home on All Hallows’ Eve. Treat yourself to a night of intrigue and drama and hear from Mrs Sambourne herself.
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Halloween at the Museum
 
Natural History Museum
31st Oct 6:45pm–11pm
 
A fright you'll never forget! Calling all fright night fans and museum lovers, join the Natural History Museum after hours this Halloween to explore our spooky side. Adults 18+
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Imperial Lates: Future Cities
 
Imperial College London
7th Nov 6pm- 9pm
 
Chat to city scientists and urban experts while getting hands-on with the new research and tech that will reshape London.
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Friday Late: Inviting Alchemy
 
V&A South Kensington
25th Oct 6:30pm-10pm
 
Encounter creative alchemy in fashion, ceramics, illustration, sound and movement and more in this Adobe Creative Residency takeover.
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Looks Delicious! Exploring Japan’s Food Replica Culture
 
Japan House London
2nd Oct- 16th Feb 2025 10am- 8pm
 
Take a mouth-watering journey through the uniquely Japanese phenomenon of shokuhin sanpuru – the unexpectedly realistic food replicas displayed in front of restaurants across Japan.
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Fête du cinéma d’Animation
 
Institut français
11th- 31st Oct Various times
 
Adult and younger enthusiasts of the animation art in all its forms can enjoy the best animated films of the recent years along with ultimate classics returning to the big screen.
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BOOST: Family Festival
 
V&A South Kensington
2nd Nov 11am-4pm
 
Join the museum for BOOST: Family Festival. Across the day, get creative with hands-on activities that explore food, culture, art and design.
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Culinary Landscapes: Talk and Tasting
 
Leighton House and Sambourne House Museum
21st Nov 7pm - 9pm
 
Taste delightful and little known historic dishes from South West Asia and North Africa, based on recipes researched by culinary historian Professor Daniel Newman.
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Comedy Club 4 Kids
 
Royal Albert Hall
28th Oct 11:30am & 2:00pm
 
Since 2005, Comedy Club 4 Kids has been getting the best stand-ups and sketch acts from the international circuit to do their thing for an audience of children and their families.
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Black History Month at Institut français
 
Institut français
25th Oct-3rd Nov Various times
 
The French Institute is pleased to present a series of film screenings and seminars to celebrate Black History Month.
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Family Fun: Halloween at Sambourne House
 
Leighton House and Sambourne House Museum
28th Oct 2pm-4pm
 
Enjoy some spooky family fun ahead of Halloween in the Victorian family home of the Sambourne's. Enjoy a variety of craft activities and a chance to explore the house following a spooky trail.
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Lee Miller: Life and Legacy (Livestream)
 
V&A South Kensington
31st Oct 7pm-8pm
 
Join the son and granddaughter of acclaimed photographer Lee Miller to celebrate the incredible life and legacy of photographer, model and war correspondent.
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Threads of tradition: Create your own tote bag (13-17 years old)
 
V&A South Kensington
26th Oct 10:30am-1pm
 
Join the V&A for an exciting hands-on workshop where you'll have the opportunity to create your own NAOMI: In Fashion inspired tote bag.
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Africa Rising North Kensington Creative Take Over
 
V&A South Kensington
3rd Nov 11am-5:30pm
 
The V&A South Kensington welcomes the North Kensington community to join them for a day of immersive and creative activities, talks, tours, design workshops with a Global African flavour,
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Biodiversity Family Festival
 
Natural History Museum
26th Oct - 2nd Nov 11.00–16.30
 
Entertain your kids this October half term with our programme of family-friendly activities celebrating the importance of biodiversity.
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Image credit: Photo credit: The Westway Trust  
Kensington and Chelsea Creative Conversation
 
Royal Borough of Kensington & Chelsea
28th Oct 10:30am-12:30pm
 
A conversation bringing together people living, working and learning in the borough. A safe space to suggest topics to talk through and to enable people to participate in discussions.
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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.

Our partners include:
 
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
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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