Many families visit London in February, as UK schools have a half-term holiday for one week of the month. If you're in London during half-term, attractions will be busy and there will be extra family-friendly activities at most venues.
The weather is often cold in February, so make sure you wrap up warm. Now is the time to visit London's indoor attractions and events, or to warm up in a cosy London pub.
February Events
Join in London’s spectacular Chinese New Year celebrations, the largest outside Asia, which take place around Trafalgar Square and Chinatown this month. See the colourful parade, watch free performances, get involved with cultural activities and don’t miss the beautiful fireworks display.
Run past some of London's most iconic landmarks while raising money for charity during the Cancer Research UK London Winter Run.
Impress your loved one in London on Valentine's Day. With luxury hotels, award-winning restaurants and Valentine's Day activities, there is no better place to spend a romantic day out or weekend away on and around 14 February.
Tuck into a delicious stack of pancakes or crepes on Pancake Day (Shrove Tuesday) in London, or catch all the pancake-flipping action at a pancake race.
Experience a day as a fashion insider and get up-to-date on the latest fashion trends at the London Fashion Week Festival, an industry event open to the public that follows the high-profile London Fashion Week.
If you're more into cars than fashion, head over to the annual London Classic Car Show, where you can see and hear stunning vehicles in action and mingle with motoring experts.
For more things to do in February in London, take a look at our events calendar and guide to what's on in London. And catch the best of the London stage this month with our theatre guide.
WEATHER: For average seasonal temperatures and rainfall, see our London Weather page.
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