If you are wondering what to do this February in London, look no further.
There’s lots to do this month.
Shrove Tuesday is on Tuesday 13 February this year. Check out these Pancake Day Races taking place across London. You can even watch MPs battling it out in a Parliamentary Pancake Race.
Love is in the air in February, celebrate Valentine’s Day in London
If you’re taking your loved one out for a Valentine’s meal, why not sign up to tastecard.
Members get 2 for 1 meals at over 6,000 restaurants.
Perhaps you plan to see a show? Take a look at our London Theatre Show page with lots of suggestions. There are a few shows ending soon, don’t miss out.
If the Winter Olympics have inspired you, you’d better get your skates on.
The outdoor ice rink at Canary Wharf is open until 24 February.
Many London attractions are holding activities to entertain the children this Half Term. The Horniman Museum and Gardens have a carnival themed week with drumming and dance workshops. The Southbank Centre and the V&A have lots of events for the kids during half term and don’t forget to visit old favourites such as, the Natural History Museum and the Science Museum.
Celebrate the Year of the Dog this Chinese New Year on Sunday 18 February.
This free event includes a parade through Chinatown and music, entertainment and food in Trafalgar Square.
Special exhibitions this month include:
- Orchids Festival at Kew Gardens
- Butterflies in the Glasshouse at RHS Garden Wisley
- Balenciaga: Shaping Fashion at the V&A
- Opera: Passion, Power and Politics at the V&A
For other events taking place this month, check out our London Events Calendar.
