Kids Week Tickets – London’s Best Family Theatre Deals
Kids Week is an annual event in London where children aged 17 and under can see participating theatre shows for free when accompanied by a full-paying adult. The event runs throughout the summer holidays and also allows for up to two additional children's tickets to be purchased at half price, with no booking fees. It is run by the Society of London Theatre (SOLT) as a way to introduce more young people to live theatre.
In July and August during the school summer holidays, Kids Week is a good place to book tickets.
All year round SeatPlan is the best place to book tickets for family theatre trips. Choose a show for your children here, check seat photos and reviews to get the best value seats for your family theatre trip.
Great Kids Shows in London
Matilda the Musical
Looking for a brilliant day out with the kids? Matilda the Musical is a top pick for families, so make the most of free tickets for your “revolting children” during Kids Week. This magical show celebrates big imaginations, bravery and standing up for what's right, all wrapped up in Tim Minchin’s catchy songs and classic Roald Dahl mischief.
If your little bookworm loves adventure and laughs, Matilda is the ultimate family theatre treat.
Best for age 6+, under 4s not admitted.
Wicked
Treat the kids to something truly magical with Wicked, the spectacular musical that’s been defying gravity in the West End since 2003. With dazzling visuals, spellbinding songs, and an inspiring message about friendship and being different, this is a brilliant pick for older kids and teens.
If they’ve been playing the film soundtrack on repeat for the last six months, make sure you get in their “popular” books and take them to see the original stage show.
Best for age 7+, under 5s not admitted.
Stranger Things: The First Shadow
For older kids and teens who love the Upside Down, Stranger Things: The First Shadow is an unmissable live event in the West End.
This thrilling prequel to the hit Netflix series brings Hawkins to life on stage with jaw-dropping effects, gripping twists, and a brand-new story set in 1959, before Eleven’s mysterious arrival. It’s spooky, cinematic, and absolutely mind-blowing.
Best for age 12+, under 5s not permitted.
Showstopper! The Improvised Musical
Every night is a brand-new show at Showstopper! The Improvised Musical, and kids will love the wild, unpredictable fun. This is a new musical, built by you!
The cast and musicians take suggestions from the audience, so your ideas for songs, plot and characters might make it into the show. No two performances are ever the same. It’s silly, clever, and great for the whole family to get involved with.
Best for age 12+. Under 4s not admitted.
Want to find the perfect seats for your kids?
Check our Best Theatre Seats for Kids guide for real seat view photos, booster seat tips, and parent reviews.
Kids Week Terms & Conditions
- A child aged 17 and under goes free when accompanied by an adult paying full price. Plus, an additional two children can attend for half price. Select a Kids Week seat to access the offer. Tickets are displayed at half price (which is the same deal as 1 full price paying adult & 1 free child). Select as many tickets as in your party (e.g. 2 adults & 3 children = 5 tickets). There should be a maximum of 5 adults in your party.
- The Kids Week deal is only valid on selected dates on participating shows. There are a limited number of Kids Week tickets for each performance and tickets may not be on sale for all performances.
- Some theatres and shows have strict age policies and don’t admit young children. We recommend checking individual production pages for age guidance, including babes in arms policies.
