Top things to do in the Royal Parks this summer
Feel the buzz of summer across London's Royal Parks!
Soak up the sunshine as you explore, learn and have fun in some of London's most beautiful green spaces.
Whether you're ready to uncover fascinating histories on our guided walking tours through Hyde Park, St. James's Park and Kensington Gardens, get the little ones engaging with the environment at our Nature Roadshows and play events, or sharpen your skills on our tennis courses, there is something for everyone to get involved in.
Check out our round-up of top things to do in the Royal Parks this summer and find your new favourite way to enjoy London's most well-known green spaces.
Hidden Stories Guided Tours
From the pelicans in St. James's Park to the hidden Pet Cemetery in Hyde Park, go behind the scenes to discover the fascinating past and incredible wildlife of three of the central Royal Parks.
You'll join one of our expert volunteer guides for an hour and a half tour of the park as you uncover these beloved green spaces. So pick your park, or join us for all three!
When: 12 June - 21 August 2026
Where: Hyde Park, St. James's Park, Kensington Gardens
Price: Paid (£15)
Family Events
Bring the whole family together for a day of family fun that is packed full of exciting, hands-on events in the Royal Parks. Suitable for all ages.
Nature Roadshows
When: 29 July - 20 August 2026
Where: The Regents Park, The Green Park, Greenwich Park, Kensington Gardens, Bushy Park, Richmond Park, St. James's Park
Price: Free
Discovery Days
When: 11 - 20 August 2026
Where: Hyde Park
Price: Free
11 - 13 August, 11am - 3pm: Habitat Explorers
18 - 20 August, 11am - 3pm: Peter Pan
Play in the Park
When: 31 March - 25 August 2026
Where: Greenwich Park, Kensington Gardens, The Regent's Park & Primrose Hill
Price: Free
Get active this summer
Step onto The Courts this summer and take your tennis or padel game to the next level with our six-week adult courses or get your kids playing and loving tennis with our summer tennis camps for ages 4-16.
Build skills and strengthen your technique with a mixture of coach-led drills, friendly games and point-based scenarios. Get ready to take your game to the next level!
If you fancy taking a plunge or enjoying a relaxing time out on the lake, check out hiring a boat or pedalo in one of the Royal Parks or join us for an open-air swim at The Serpentine Lido in Hyde Park.
Available at Hyde Park, The Regent's Park and Greenwich Park.
When: 8 June - 30 August 2026
Where: Hyde Park, The Regent's Park, Greenwich Park
Price: Paid
Resilient Roots: Soil & Climate
Join Gemma Hindi from the Help Nature Thrive team to discover the importance of these underground communities in supporting biodiverse and climate-resilient parks.
Unearth the secrets of living soil, through the ecology of wild plants and fungi. Learn fascinating facts about species you walk past every day.
When: 24, 27 June & 4 July 2026, 2:30pm & 6pm
Where: The Regent's Park, Bushy Park
Price: Free, booking required
Enjoy amazing music this summer
Join the Friends of Regent's Park and Primrose Hill for their acclaimed summer music festival, returning for it's 10th anniversary.
The Friends of Hyde Park and Kensington Gardens bandstand concert series is also returning this summer from June - September, bringing a varied range of acts for everyone to enjoy.
Or head to Greenwich Park for The Friends of Greenwich Park bandstand concerts. Performances will take place at 3pm every Sunday throughout July and August, with a bonus performance on the August bank holiday.
When: 14 June - 20 September 2026
Where: The Regent's Park, Hyde Park, Kensington Gardens, Greenwich Park
Price: Free
Horticulture in St. James's Park Guided Tour
Join us for a gentle stroll through the floral heart of St. James’s Park and discover the beauty, stories, and surprises behind its iconic blooms and trees.
You'll also get the chance to meet the expert gardeners who keep this historic park looking spectacular for millions of visitors each year!
When: 6 August & 13 August 2026, 11am - 12:30pm
Where: St. James's Park
Price: Paid (£15)
Park Yoga in St. James's Park & Greenwich Park
Join our friends at Park Yoga in St. James's Park and Greenwich Park for their free yoga sessions this summer! They'll be running every Sunday morning until the middle of September.
When: 3 May - 13 September 2026, 9:30am - 10:30am
Where: St. James's Park, Greenwich Park
Price: Free
BST Hyde Park
BST Hyde Park returns for 2026! This year's line-up includes Maroon 5, Mumford & Sons, Lewis Capaldi, Pitbull and more.
When: 27 June - 12 July 2026
Where: Hyde Park
Price: Paid
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