A local guide to half-term camps and activities this October 2025 in Queen’s Park and beyond.
Looking for ways to keep the kids active, creative, and entertained over the October half-term? Here’s a roundup of local camps/workshops. From spooky art workshops to football skills and magical adventures, there’s something for every age and interest.
🎨 Mini Picassos – Queen’s Park
Location: 8 Station Terrace, NW10 5RT
Ages: 4–8 / 9–12+
Activities: Spooky-themed art workshops, painting, crafts
Contact: info@minipicassos.co.uk
Website: minipicassos.co.uk
Instagram: @minipicassos
BOOK HERE
⚽ DFY Sports – Queen’s Park
Location: Salusbury Primary School, NW6 6RG
Ages: 5–12
Activities: Sports games, dance, racket/ball games
Contact: info@dfy.org.uk
Website: dfy.org.uk
BOOK HERE
🎭 Arts Depot
Location: Arts Depot, NW2 2QG
Ages: Various
Activities: Theatre shows, exhibitions, workshops, and The Little Yoga Art Camp (yoga, movement, music, mindfulness, art activities, games, crafts, free play)
Contact: boxoffice@artsdepot.co.uk | 020 8369 5454
Website: artsdepot.co.uk
Upcoming Performances: BOOK HERE
evim [my home] – Sun 12 Oct, 11am & 2pm
A Squash and a Squeeze – Sat 25 Oct, 13:30 [BSL]; Sun 26 Oct, 10:30
Grandad Anansi – Sun 26 Oct, 11am & 14:00 [BSL]
Little Terror – Tue 28 Oct, 11am & 14:00
🌶️ Chillie Kids Club – Kids Upcycle Club
Location: 359 Portobello Road, W10 5SA
Ages: 5–12
Activities: Creative upcycling workshops
Contact: info@chillielondon.com
Instagram: @chilliekidsclub
BOOK HERE
🎾 Elmwood Tennis LTC – Holland Road
Location: Elmwood Lawn Tennis Club, Holland Road, NW10 5AJ
Ages: 5–12
Activities: Tennis camps
Contact: elmwoodcamps.dani.will@gmail.com
BOOK HERE
🏫 Club Excel Queen’s Park Community School (QPCS)
Location: Queen’s Park Community School, NW6 6NJ
Ages: Various
Activities: Holiday activities and after-school clubs
Booking: 01923 469475 / info@clubexcel.co.uk
Website: clubexcel.co.uk
BOOK HERE
🧙 Peace & Riot Adventure Camps – Maqam Centre
Location: Maqam Centre, NW London
Dates: Wed 29 – Fri 31 October (three half-day sessions)
Ages: Various
Activities: Potions, drama, crafts, games, magical pool splash
Contact / Booking: @peaceandriotuk
🏛️ Westminster City Council – Free & Low-Cost Activities
Ages: 4–16
Activities: Sports, arts & culture, skills & training, youth clubs
Meals: Healthy meals provided
Website: HAF Westminster 2025
BOOK HERE
🩰 Petite Performers – Notting Hill: Spooktacular Halloween
Location: Notting Hill branch, W11
Ages: 3–8
Activities: Ballet, Hip Hop, Drama, spooky games, arts & crafts, imaginative play
Discount: Pick-and-choose days or full camp with 10% off
Website / Booking: thepetiteperformers.com/notting-hill
BOOK HERE
🎭 Drama Queens – Kensal Rise
Location: St. Luke’s Church Hall, Fernhead Road, W9 3EH
Dates: Mon 27 – Fri 31 October 2025
Ages: 5–12 years
Activities: Drama, dance, singing, and creative play with a mini performance at the end of the week`
Contact: info@dramaqueens.org
Website: dramaqueens.org
Instagram: @dramaqueensdrama
BOOK HERE
🤸♀️Junior Adventures Group – Holiday HQ at Moberly Sports Centre
Location: Moberly Sports Centre, Chamberlayne Road, Kensal Green, NW10 3NB
Dates: Mon 27 – Fri 31 October 2025
Times: 08:30–17:30
Ages: 5–11 years
Activities: Gymnastics-based camp with arts, crafts, team challenges, and swimming.
Contact: hello@junioradventuresgroup.co.uk
Website: junioradventuresgroup.co.uk
Instagram: @junioradventuresgroupuk
BOOK HERE
🤸♀️Junior Adventures Group – Holiday HQ at Willesden Sports Centre
Location: Willesden Sports Centre, Donnington Road, NW10 3QX
Dates: Mon 27 – Fri 31 October 2025
Times: 08:30–17:30
Ages: 5–11 years
Activities: Arts, crafts, sports, and themed fun each day.
Contact: hello@junioradventuresgroup.co.uk
Website: junioradventuresgroup.co.uk
Instagram: @junioradventuresgroupuk