Family Sundays
Family Sundays
Family Sundays
Discover opera, ballet and the Royal Opera House with fun-packed creative activities for all the family.
Perfect for families with children aged 3 to 10 enjoy creative sessions filled with informal performances, hands-on workshops and behind-the-scenes fun.
Perfect for families with children aged 3 to 10 enjoy creative sessions filled with informal performances, hands-on workshops and behind-the-scenes fun.
is Our World taking place on 10 May 2026
Family Sundays take place throughout the whole of the Royal Opera House. All spaces have step-free access. Find out more about Access.
Background
Family Sundays at the Royal Opera House in Covent Garden are fun, relaxed and creatively packed sessions perfect for families with children aged 3 to 10. Jam packed with workshops, performances and craft. These mini festivals are a great opportunity to introduce your little ones to dance, music and theatre.
Held on Sundays throughout the year, Family Sundays invite families to explore a theme each time through a specially curated programme of music, dance, and creativity.
Choose the time that works best for your family, both sessions offer the same exciting experiences:
- Morning session: 10:00 AM – 12:30 PM
- Afternoon session: 1:30 PM – 4:00 PM
Each Family Sunday includes:
- Informal performances by Royal Ballet dancers, Jette Parker Artists, and musicians
- Interactive workshops, where kids can try singing or dancing
- Theatrecraft demos, like stage combat and behind-the-scenes magic
- Upcycling crafts, led by the Opera House’s talented makers and creatives
- Relaxed spaces with bean bags, hands-on activities, and opportunities to explore the venue
Family Sundays are an opportunity to experience dance and music in a whole new way, with a focus on creativity, learning and fun.
UPCOMING FAMILY SUNDAYS
Our World - 10 May 2026 and 31 May 2026
View Morning Map (PDF 274.1KB)
View Afternoon Map (PDF 1.1MB)
Get ready to explore, create and play your way through a day bursting with music, dance and imagination!
- Warm up with ballet barre tasters, dive into creative workshops, or raise your voice at the Big Sing.
- Be inspired by Orchestra of the Earth and discover imaginative ways to care for our planet.
- Step into a world of magic and mystery with a Hoffmann-inspired adventure of dolls, forests and mirrors.
- Journey into space in the Clore with a powerful dance performance, or stay grounded in a vibrant celebration of African Caribbean folklore, where nature shapes every story.
- Enjoy Family Sunday favourites — from dressing up to hands-on craft workshops with upcycling at their heart.
- Join a joyful dance and play party, and discover your ultimate groove.
Pride - 14 June 2026
More information on programming available soon.
PREVIOUS FAMILY SUNDAYS
See previous Family Sunday maps, the programme designed to guide visitors through the day.
Carnival of the Animals - 12 April 2026 and 26 April 2026
View Afternoon Map (PDF 1.2MB)
Heroes and Villains - 22 March 2026
View Morning Map Programme (PDF 196.3KB)
View Afternoon Map Programme (PDF 1.0MB)
Heroes and Villains - 1 March 2026
View Morning Map Programme (PDF 197.1KB)
View Afternoon Map Programme (PDF 1.0MB)
Opening Night - 30 November 2025
View full Morning programme and Map for 30 November (PDF, 1.1MB)
View full Afternoon Programme and Map for 30 November (PDF, 1.1MB)
Lots of Love - 1 February 2026
View Morning Map Programme (PDF 238.2KB)
View Afternoon Map Programme (PDF 1.3MB)
TICKETS
Tickets for Family Sundays are released on general booking day with additional ticket releases in the four weeks leading up to the event. If tickets aren’t currently available please check back. We also offer group bookings at a discounted rate for community groups and organisations. If you’d like to talk about bringing a group to a Family Sunday please contact us daytimeevents@roh.org.uk
Access
Family Sundays take place throughout the whole of the Royal Opera House, which is a large building with many stairs, escalators and lifts. The flooring in the building varies – some floors are smooth and tiled, and some are carpeted. There is step-free access to the building from the Bow Street entrance and from here, you’ll find the escalators and lifts that take you throughout the building.
These events can be busy, loud and bright at times, but we can lend ear defenders and have a space for quiet reflection.
Join our Access Scheme for priority access performance tickets and to personalise your account for your access requirements.
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