LONDON PARENT INTEL, FROM THE SOUTH
5–8 NOVEMBER 2026
Herne Hill's already happened. Dulwich has reportedly sold out. Who knew neighbourhood fireworks needed this much forward planning?
Never mind. We've found eight worthwhile outings for 5–8 November — from earlier fireworks and Greenwich Diwali to free dancing, lantern-making and family art.
Here's what's worth getting out of the house for.
BOOK AHEAD
Croydon Road Recreation Ground, Beckenham · Sat 7 Nov · Gates 4:30pm; gentler display 6pm
An earlier, gentler fireworks display. Under-fives free; adult tickets around £19.
Online booking only; no gate sales.
FREE
National Maritime Museum, Greenwich · Sat 7 Nov · 10:30am–5pm
Music, dance and creative activities celebrating Diwali.
Free museum entry can be booked ahead to guarantee admission.
FREE
Coram's Fields, Bloomsbury · Thu 5 Nov · Gates 3:30pm; fireworks 6pm
Central London fireworks without an admission fee.
Free general entry is first come, first served; admission isn't guaranteed. Fast-Track sold out at the 3 November check. Adults must bring a child.
BOOK AHEAD
Wimbledon Park (Thu) / Morden Park (Sat) · Thu 5 / Sat 7 Nov · Gates 5:15pm; first show 6:45pm
An earlier display suited to younger children. Adult (16+) £15.90; child (5–15) £11.66. Under-5s go free.
Book the correct park, date and show; no gate sales.
BOOK AHEAD
Battersea Park · Sun 8 Nov · Gates 4:30pm; fireworks around 7pm
The bigger fireworks spectacle. Ticketed; Sunday adult final release £18.60 at the 3 November check.
Under-fives need a free ticket; last entry 6:30pm, with no re-entry. It may still be a late night for toddlers.
FREE · DROP IN
Clore Ballroom, Royal Festival Hall, Southbank Centre · Sat 7 Nov · 2:45pm · Around 75 minutes
A daytime dancefloor for families. No ticket required.
Mainly designed for ages 5–11, and sound isn't reduced. Chill-out space available.
FREE
Blue Market, Bermondsey · Sat 7 Nov · Noon–3pm
Free lantern-making. Save the date: bring your lantern to Blue Market for the community parade on Friday 20 November, departing at 5pm.
Reserve a free ticket in advance. Outdoors; check the weather. Another workshop runs 14 November.
FREE · DROP IN
Kingswood Library, 37–38 Seeley Drive, SE21 8QR · Sat 7 Nov · 2–4:30pm
All-ages indoor family art drop-in; a good rainy-day option. A little farther from Brixton than our usual picks.
See organiser details ↗Pick the outing that works for your family — and check the organiser's latest details before setting off.
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