February events in London

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February in London can be a bit chilly, and the tourist attractions get busy mid-month when the school’s break-up for a week. But those dark and frosty evenings make it a great time for walking through the bright lights of the West End. Maybe you can treat your partner to a meal and a show on Valentine’s Day?

Theatre shows in February

Treat yourself to a meal and a balcony seat at a West End show

Thriller - with the songs of Michael Jackson

1 Feb to 5 Apr 2020 Thriller celebrates Michaels career in a spectacular show filled with songs and dazzling dance moves

Roald Dahls Matilda - The Musical

1 Feb to 24 May 2020 Roald Dahls Matilda tells the story of a child who rebels against the grown-ups when she discovers her amazing powers

Family & Kid’s events in February

Some ideas if you’re planning to take your children to London in February

Roald Dahls Matilda - The Musical

1 Feb to 24 May 2020 Roald Dahls Matilda tells the story of a child who rebels against the grown-ups when she discovers her amazing powers

Art & Museum exhibitions in February

If you’re into art and history then how about visiting a gallery or museum?

Mary Quant - Victoria & Albert Museum

1 to 16 Feb 2020 An exhibition of dresses by the iconic fashion designer Mary Quant who became synonymous with the Swinging Sixties

William Blake - The Artist

1 to 2 Feb 2020 Tate Britain will be putting on an exhibition of 300 works by the English poet painter and printmaker William Blake

Nam June Paik - The Future Is Now

1 to 9 Feb 2020 Nam June Paiks pioneering use of video and media images will be explored in a major new retrospective at the Tate Modern

Eco-Visionaries at the Royal Academy

1 to 23 Feb 2020 Eco-Visionaries will show how artists and architects are helping to fight climate change with their innovative new designs

free

Young Bomberg and the Old Masters

1 Feb to 1 Mar 2020 An exhibition of early works by David Bomberg alongside some of the Old Master paintings that inspired him

Royal & Religious events in February

For tourists interested in visiting London’s palaces, churches and cathedrals

George IV - Art & Spectacle

1 Feb to 4 May 2020 An exhibition of paintings and porcelain from the Royal Collection that were collected together during the reign of George IV

Buddhism exhibition at the British Library

1 to 25 Feb 2020 This exhibition will explore the history of Buddhism from its 6th-century origins in India right up to the present day

Political & Military events in February

Daily parades and political events taking place during February

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Sadiq Khan at Mayors Question Time

24 Feb 2020 The London Assembly will be grilling Sadiq Khan at Mayors Question Time in their monthly meeting at City Hall

Classical music in February

All of the classical music, operas and ballets in London during February

Orchestral Valentines at Cadogan Hall

14 Feb 2020 Join pianist Clare Hammond and the Royal Philharmonic for a romantic evening of classical Valentines music at Cadogan Hall

Other London events during February

Here are some more great events that are worth trying during February

An Audience with Simon Reeve

16 Feb 2020 Spend an evening with the adventurer Simon Reeve as he shares some of his most thrilling stories at the London Palladium