And just like that, it’s June! Searching things to do with kids this month? We’re here to help. Here’s our packed monthly round up of the best events and activities going on in and around Wimbledon.
Luna Cinema – Morden Hall Park and Wimbledon Park
LUNA CINEMA – MORDEN HALL PARK & WIMBLEDON PARK
The Luna Cinema is the country’s leading producer of open air cinema events. This month you can enjoy the wonderful experience of watching a classic film outdoors on a summer evening at 2 of our favourite Wimbledon venues. Great for your older kids, films include The Greatest Showman and Jurassic Park, Ferris Bueller’s Day Off and Bohemian Rhapsody.
When & Where: 7th – 9th June Morden Hall Park, 21st – 23rd June Wimbledon Park
Booking: To book tickets for the Luna Cinema, click here >
More Information: Visit thelunacinema.com > or Facebook.com/TheLunaCinema >
The Tiger that came to Tea
THE TIGER THAT CAME TO TEA
Adapted and directed by David Wood, this stunning musical is based on Judith Kerr’s first book and gives us the perfect opportunity to celebrate the life of the incredible author.
Following a smash-hit West End season, the tea-guzzling tiger is back on the road in is heading to Wimbledon in this delightful family show; packed with oodles of magic, sing-a-long songs and clumsy chaos! A dazzling stage adaptation of the classic tale of teatime mayhem… expect to be surprised!
When: Friday 14th June – Sunday 16th June 2019
Where: New Wimbledon Theatre, The Broadway, London SW19 1QG
Booking: Book tickets online here >. Age guidance: 3+
More Information: Find The New Wimbledon Theatre online, on Twitter, on Instagram, and on Facebook.
Baby Broadway Family Concert
BABY BROADWAY FAMILY CONCERT
A great one for Wombles old and young. The whole family can sing and dance along to well-known songs from hit shows and films such as The Sound of Music, Dumbo, Mary Poppins, La La Land, Frozen and many more, in an interactive family concert performed by West End singers and a live pianist. As well as singing, clapping and dancing along you can expect bubbles, scarves, marching, actions and puppetry. join in as much or as little as you want to!
When: Friday 14th June, 11am
Where: Holy Trinity Church, 234 The Broadway, Wimbledon, SW19 1SB
Booking: Get tickets online here >. Adults £10 kids free. Recommended ages 0 – 8
More Information: Find Baby Broadway online, on Facebook, on Instagram, and on Twitter.
Tiny Dancers Family Rave
TINY DANCERS FAMILY RAVE
We couldn’t be happier to hear that Tiny Dancers are back in Wimbledon for an afternoon of Old Skool classics played by resident DJ JOY ALARM and due to popular demand they’ve increased their capacity. The event promises balloons, confetti cannons, glow sticks, stickers, a craft table, bubble machines, face painting, inflatables, a hula hoopist and much more. If you’re planning on going, get your tickets quick as they sell out fast.
When: Saturday 15th June, 2pm – 4pm
Where: TUNNEL 267, 267 The Broadway, Wimbledon SW19 1SD
Booking: Tickets are just £6 each and babies under 12 month olds get in free (but still need a booked ticket). Tickets are on sale via Eventbrite here > and the Tiny Dancers website tinydancersevents.com >
More Information: Connect with Tiny Dancers on Facebook, on Twitter and on Instagram.
Morden Park House Pop Up Mini Golf
MORDEN PARK HOUSE POP UP MINI GOLF
Morden Park House is transforming their courtyard in to a pop up mini golf course for one day only! Make your way around nine inventive holes, cutting through castles, around corners, over hills and even through a windmill! Giant garden games and bouncy castle will also be onsite to keep the little ones entertained for the afternoon. Tickets are £7 per person per 9 hole round, clubs, balls and score card included. Refreshments available onsite, plus fully licensed bar. Strictly limited availability!
When: Sunday 16 June, 12-6pm
Where: Morden Park House, Morden Park, London Rd, London SM4 5QU
Booking: Visit Facebook >
St Helier Music and Community Festival
ST HELIER MUSIC AND COMMUNITY FESTIVAL
Free to enter family Funday for all in the community; a huge main stage with live music, artisan food stalls, entertainment with a huge emphasis on children, including Disney characters, Bouncy castles, inflatables, games and sporting activities, wandering Clowns/Jugglers, Cheerleaders, Martial Arts and more.
When: Saturday 22nd June, 12-6pm
Where: Sutton Arena Green Space next to David Weir Leisure Centre, Middleton Rd, Sutton
Booking: Free entry
More Information: Visit shmacf.co.uk, Facebook or Twitter.
School Summer Fairs
SCHOOL SUMMER FAIRS
Look out for our next post on Wimbledon school summer fairs throughout June and July, including the Wimbledon Chase Primary School ECO Fair and Joseph Hood Primary School Summer Fair both on 29 June. Our local schools never disappoint with putting on great fundraising events for all the family.
If you would like to feature your school in our Summer Fair post please email WimbledonKids@LadyWimbledon.com
When: Saturday 29 June
More Information: Family Day Eco Fair Facebook and Joseph Hood Primary School Summer Fair Facebook.
Jazz in the Park at South Park Gardens
JAZZ IN THE PARK AT SOUTH PARK GARDENS
Bliss Coffee & Bliss In The Park are hosting a live jazz and BBQ event at the beautiful South Park Gardens for all the family. Children’s, Vegan, Halal & Fish platter choices available. Sounds like bliss, relaxing on a summer’s day in Wimbledon…
When: Sunday 30th June 2019, 12pm
Where: Bliss In The Park South Park Gardens Wimbledon Booking: Prepaid BBQ tickets available from Bliss Coffee & Bliss In The Park from 1st May
More Information: Contact blissinthepark@gmail.com for more info or visit Facebook.
Written By: Leela Evans & Harriet O’Connor | Co-Editors of Wimbledon Kids
Twitter: @WimbledonKids
Email: WimbledonKids@LadyWimbledon.com
