Sensory Friendly

Take part in these free child and family workshops for visitors with a neurodiversity or sensory processing disorder and their families, get creative and have fun!

Plan your visit
+44 (0)20 7942 2000
  • Saturday, 14 February 2026

  • V&A South Kensington

    Cromwell Road
    London, SW7 2RL
  • Digital and Design Studio, Learning Center

  • Families

    Families with children over 5

  • Free event

    All materials provided.

Tickets available from 12.00 on Monday, 23 February 2026
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Come along to our Sensory Friendly, a new monthly workshop for neurodiverse visitors of all ages and their families. Join this friendly, relaxed session. 

As a family you’ll get to design, create and experiment using a mixture of different art materials in the space. The session and activities are inspired by the museum's collections. 

If you need a break, there will be a breakout space available through the day, with one within the event space and the other nearby. This space will have: a blackout tent, cushions, sensory toys, and ear defenders.

All activities are optional, and you can visit at any point during the event timings, between 11am - 4pm. However, please book your tickets to give us an idea if you’re likely to visit us earlier 11am-1:30pm, or later in the day 1:30-4pm.

This is an activity for families where either a child or the parent/ carer/ guardian has a neurodiversity or sensory processing disorder. This is a free, drop-in event for families to enjoy all together; no child can be left unattended. Suitable for ages 5+.

You’ll also find a visual story to prepare for your visit by clicking here

All materials will be provided, all sourced sustainably. No previous creative experience is necessary.

Siblings, family members, and carers, of all ages are all welcome (please book a space for each child attending). 

The Museum is accessible and step-free. Please find further information by clicking here
 
Header image: Image credit: Jaspreet Jasprit