What’s On
From family activities during the school holidays, to exhibitions, guided tours, community events and more! There's something for everyone to enjoy at the Museum. Scroll through our What's On to discover more.
50th Birthday Party
The London Museum of Water & Steam is celebrating its 50th Anniversary on Saturday 8 November, and everyone’s invited to the party! Join us on Saturday 8 November for a full day of birthday celebrations (10am–9pm) marking fifty years since... Read more »
Association of 16mm Narrow Gauge Modellers
The Association of 16mm Narrow Gauge Modellers are back at the Museum with their model steam trains. Come and enjoy the wonderful model trains in full steam on a purpose built track, learn all about how they work and watch... Read more »
Ben Aaronovitch Book Signing
Legendary author Ben Aaronovitch is visiting the Museum to celebrate the publication of his brand new Rivers of London novel: Stone and Sky. Inspector Peter Grant takes a holiday in Scotland's Granite City, Aberdeen. He won't be catching a break however as... Read more »
Brentford Christmas Flea Market
Join us at the museum on Saturday November 22 for the Brentford Christmas Flea Market in collaboration with Retro Heist and Speak Out in Hounslow! Find a selection of vintage homewares, mid-century furniture, and unique gifts from local vendors. The... Read more »
November Steam Up
We are in STEAM! November 22-23, 2025 10:00-16:00 Tickets available now Discover the fascinating world of water and steam at our Steam Ups! Share in the history and energy of the Kew Bridge Waterworks and marvel at the amazing working... Read more »
Train Day- November Steam Up
Join us for a fun filled day at the London Museum of Water & Steam! Thomas Wicksteed will be steaming on the tracks and available for rides on Saturday November 22 starting around midday. When you arrive at the museum... Read more »
Santa at the Museum
Santa is taking a break from his busy schedule to visit the Museum! Join us on the 13th, 14th, 20th, and 21st of December. Tickets can be purchased here. Meeting in the Museum’s shop, you’ll follow Mrs. Claus to find... Read more »
New Year’s Steam Up and Heritage Bus Experience
December 30-31, 2025 10:00-16:30 Tickets available now Join us at the London Museum of Water & Steam for our New Year Steam Up! We are celebrating this amazing year at the London Museum of Water & Steam as we brought... Read more »
Association of 16mm Narrow Gauge Modellers
The Association of 16mm Narrow Gauge Modellers are back at the Museum with their model steam trains. Come and enjoy the wonderful model trains in full steam on a purpose built track, learn all about how they work and watch... Read more »
January Steam Up
We are in STEAM! January 31- February 1, 2026 10:00-16:00 Tickets available now Discover the fascinating world of water and steam at our Steam Ups! Share in the history and energy of the Kew Bridge Waterworks and marvel at the... Read more »
February Steam Up
We are in STEAM! February 28- February 01, 2026 10:00-16:00 Tickets available now Discover the fascinating world of water and steam at our Steam Ups! Share in the history and energy of the Kew Bridge Waterworks and marvel at the... Read more »
March Steam Up
We are in STEAM! March 28-29, 2026 10:00-16:00 Tickets available now Discover the fascinating world of water and steam at our Steam Ups! Share in the history and energy of the Kew Bridge Waterworks and marvel at the amazing working... Read more »