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22 May - 31 Dec 2026 | City Lions | | ArtDisplayDrawingGallery

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Creative Collective Virtual Gallery 2025

View the artworks submitted to this years Creative Collective!

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24 Sep - 5 Oct 2025 | The Bomb Factory |

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The Bomb Factory Art Foundation - Art Club Collective

In partnership with the Bomb Factory Art Foundation (BFAF) from October 2025 - June 2026 we'll be diving into hands-on workshops, studio visits, and creative challenges with BFAF’s awesome resident artists.

You’ll experiment with all kinds of materials, tell your stories through 3D art, and learn how to think about space and shape in totally fresh ways.

The best part? Your work will be part of a real exhibition at the BFAF, open to your friends, family, and the public in June 2026.

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5 Sep - 21 Oct 2025 | Westminster City Council | Westminster | ActivitiesBalletDance

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Dance Westminster 2025: Let’s Get Moving!

Dance Westminster is back for its 6th spectacular year – and this time, it’s bigger, bolder, and bursting with energy!

This free and inclusive dance programme is open to disabled people aged 11 and over who live, work, or study in Westminster. Whether you're a seasoned dancer or just love to move, it’s all about getting active and having fun!

Join a workshop near you:
• 5 Sept, 2–3.30pm – Forrester Court (ages 50+)
• 10 Sept, 10am–12pm – College Park School (ages 11–17)
• 23 Sept, 10am–12pm – North Paddington Youth Club (ages 18+)

Finalists will take centre stage at the Grand Final on 21 Oct, performing alongside professional dancers in front of a celebrity judging panel – and the audience will crown the People’s Champion!

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8 Sep - 30 Sep 2025 | | | Open EveningSixth FormStudents

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Sixth Form Open Evening

We're excited to share that ADA is having their first Sixth Form Open Evening, an invaluable opportunity for you to explore their offerings and meet their staff and students.

Open Evening Details:
· When: Thursday, October 2nd, 4 to 7:30 pm (last entry at 7 pm)
· Where: 1 Sutherland Street, SW1V 4LD, London (nearest stations: London Victoria and Pimlico)
· What: Students and parents can learn about our specialised curriculum, meet our team, and hear about the career opportunities in the tech industry.

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15 Sep - 29 Sep 2025 | Natural History Museum | | AICareerDesign Science

Free

Career Connections: Find Your Future

Are you aged 14–15 living in Westminster, Kensington and Chelsea or Hammersmith and Fulham? Are you wondering what you might want to do when you’re older? Come to the Natural History Museum for an evening of inspiration!  

Meet real scientists and curators working on cutting-edge research and collections. Discover the wide range of technical careers behind the scenes, from 2D and 3D production to AI, and hear from creatives working in design and architecture.  

You’ll have the chance to ask questions, take part in hands-on activities and try our job matching and Dragon’s Den style games. Uncover all the exciting jobs and unexpected career journeys you never knew existed!  

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16 Sep - 2 Oct 2025 | V&A | South Kensington

Free

Make and Meet

The event includes Free Exhibition Tickets, Aromatherapy pouch making, Live Drawing, Photography workshops and film screenings, and free food for young people ages 14-26.

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29 Oct - 31 Oct 2025 | | | ActivitiesArtFriendsPhotography

Free

October Holiday Programme

Taking place between the 29th - 31st of October, the City Lions team will be bringing you an exciting 3-days filled with creativity, trips, friendships and fun to keep you busy during your summer break.

Don't miss out on the exciting opportunity!

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22 Sep - 7 Oct 2025 | Donmar | | CreativeDigital SkillsProductionWork Experience

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Free Backstage Work Experience Opportunity

The Donmar LOCAL team are excited to let you know about Pathways - a free week-long work experience programme for young people aged 16–18 who live or go to school in Camden or Westminster.

This opportunity is designed specifically for those interested in the backstage and behind-the-scenes roles that make theatre happen, not acting, but everything else that supports a production. From lighting and sound to producing, fundraising, marketing and participation, students will gain first-hand insight into the range of careers available.

About the programme:
• A full week of immersive, hands-on experience
• Led by industry professionals from across the Donmar Warehouse team
• Completely free to attend, with bursaries available to support transport or access needs
• Open to students who are curious about creative careers, whether this is a first introduction or a next step
• Strong links to the STEAM agenda, with a focus on problem-solving, collaboration and technical skill development

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22 Sep - 1 Dec 2025 | Grand Junction | Grand Junction, St Mary Magdalene’s Church, W2 5TF | CreativeDance

Free

Dance for Girls

Tuesdays, 4.30pm - 6.00pm
For girls aged 9 - 15
A fun, creative dance class for girls only. A safe space to express yourself delivered by professional dancers and teachers.
Start Date: 23rd September, runs every week until 2nd December.



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22 Sep - 30 Nov 2025 | Grand Junction | Grand Junction, St Mary Magdalene’s Church, W2 5TF | ActingCreativeWorkshop

Free

Young Actors

Mondays, 6.00pm - 7.30pm (Runs every week until 1st December 2025!)
For young people aged 11-16

Weekly creative workshops focusing on drama, acting, directing, theatre making and performing in a safe and fun environment for young people!

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23 Sep - 30 Sep 2025 | Kings College London | | CareerNursingProgramme

Free

K+

The Autumn School will run over October half term from 27th-31st October 2025 and is open to students interested in pursuing a career in nursing or midwifery.

K+ is King's College London's flagship widening participation programme with the aim of helping students to make informed choices about their post-18 options and to offer academic, career and application support. The programme is not just for students who are sure they want to go to university or those who have achieved high GCSE grades, but also for students who have the potential to do so and want to have a taste into what university might be like.

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24 Sep - 28 Nov 2025 | ERIC | Zoom Meeting | CareersCreativeZoom

Free

Creative Careers Month

This November, ERIC is celebrating Discover Creative Careers Month with their biggest-ever online careers event! Join 150+ employers and creatives for free, bite-sized talks every weekday from 9am–12pm. Dip in and out, ask questions privately, and catch up anytime with recordings.

Themes include class equality, creativity beyond London, roles in non-creative companies, and the future of work. Open to all, suitable for 14+, and perfect for schools or solo viewers. Sign up now and get inspired!

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8 Sep - 15 Jun 2026 | | Royal Opera House | BalletDancingDressing UpOperaSinging

Free

Family Sundays at The Royal Opera House

Family Sundays at The Royal Opera House which include a mixture of different activities for children and young people running from 10.00-12.30pm and 1.30 – 4.00pm. The aim is to offer an opportunity to discover opera, ballet with fun-packed creative activities suitable for all ages in a warm, friendly and relaxed environment.

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