As autumn creeps closer, Anna Frame rounds up the design and architecture fairs popping up all over the capital. With so much choice, your only worry is fitting them all in. First up is the season’s star, the sprawling London Design Festival (LDF; 12-20 Sep). Showcasing the city as the artistic center of the world, its programme...

As three major musicals arrive in the capital this month, Sam Rogg explores a cult film reimagined for the stage, Sting revisiting the story of his hometown, and a Broadway favourite celebrating its 30th anniversary. A Cult Classic Hits the Stage More than three decades after Ridley Scott’s Thelma & Louise became an Oscar and Golden Globe-winning film,...

Spanning two million years of human history, including both globally recognised antiquities and treasures from ancient civilisations, the British Museum’s vast collection is reason enough to visit. But this autumn, the museum is pulling out all the stops with a landmark exhibition and a final chance to catch two displays worth setting aside time for, says...

Celebrate a landmark anniversary at Tower Bridge with FREE activities and discounted admission as part of the Government’s Great British Summer Savings scheme. Families can enjoy a summer of hands-on science fun at Tower Bridge as the iconic London landmark celebrates 50 years since switching from steam power to electricity with free activities included in...

The actor reveals how leaving Broadway to play Wicked‘s Fiyero in the West End during its 20th anniversary is a dream come true. For visitors to London who aren’t aware, what is Wicked about? Wicked is the story of two women, one popular, one… green, and how they grow to love one another despite their...

From build-your-own tacos and futuristic touchscreen dining to handmade pasta and a magical afternoon tea, London’s family-friendly restaurants have never been more appealing, says Chris Johnson. Dinner becomes an adventure at Masala Zone Piccadilly Circus. This summer, the limited-edition Grand Trunk Road Odyssey menu takes families on a flavour-packed journey from the mountains of Afghanistan...

Puppetry threads through London this summer, from the West End to some of its smallest stages and biggest screens. With something for all ages, expect prehistoric encounters, wandering forest spirits and intricately crafted marionettes. At Troubadour Wembley Park Theatre, Dinosaur World Live (to 6 Sep) returns by popular demand, inviting audiences into a roarsome landscape...

Whether your little ones are into hands-on adventure trails, nature or storytelling, these will blow away any holiday boredom, says Laura Sedlak. Full of the doodletastic characters from the bestselling books and hit TV series by Liz Pichon, Tom Gates EPIC Adventure at Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew (to 31 Aug) offers hands-on craft workshops, live...

The race is on to make the most of your trip with our extensive list of fun days out, family activities and free events that will keep children busy come rain or shine, says Laura Sedlak. Free Fun The cost of a summer holiday can quickly mount up. In the capital, however, you’ll find there...