October half term
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Come to Docklands in October for fun, free activities for all the family.
Discover the magic of the moon this October half term.
Hear about a curious moon that travels to earth, create a paper cityscape illuminated by the night sky, craft a collaborative moonlit foreshore and groove to lunar tunes at a silent disco in these fun, free events for all the family.
Need to know
Photography helps families understand what to expect at our events and shows funders the great work we do. As such, a museum photographer may be present to take pictures. No need to preen or pose, just play!
The museum is open every day 10am – 5pm.
If you have time, why not also visit our free galleries and get more in-depth with Docklands history? And don't forget that under-12s get free entry to our Secrets of the Thames exhibition with fascinating finds from our city's foreshore.
Our address is London Museum Docklands, No. 1 Warehouse, West India Quay, London E14 4AL. We're just a few minutes away from Canary Wharf and West India Quay.
Our building is accessible and we have lifts on every floor. If you need any help, please ask our friendly Hosts at the Information Desk when you arrive.
Check our need to know page to get the answers to all the frequently asked questions about visiting, facilities and accessibility.
Our family-friendly cafe is the perfect place to sit down and relax for a bite or tea break. We have lunch boxes for kids, sandwiches, pastries, snacks and a wide selection of hot and cold drinks.
You’ll also find our shop with a curated range of gifts and souvenirs, including posters, prints, toys, books and jewellery.
More about shopping, eating & drinking
Prams and buggies are welcome in the museum. However, due to our Secrets of the Thames exhibition, buggy parking is limited on the Ground Floor.
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London Museum Docklands
London Museum DocklandsTots at the docks
26 Nov – 17 Dec 2025
Activity
Free monthly play sessions inspired by the history of London's Docklands
