Spotlight Events in Wimbledon and Merton
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When guests stop by from out of town, plan a busy holiday with your loved ones by browsing our website to see what's on Wimbledon and Merton. You can find a bit of everything in Wimbledon and Merton, from beginner's beekeeping classes to courses designed to promote sensory development in babies. If all else fails, head to The Piazza for festivals, theatrical performances, and delicious food. 

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Wimbledon and Merton Events
Hum, Jig & Jiggle
  • Tuesday 24th September, 9:45am - Until Tuesday 10th December, 10:30am
Every Tuesday morning, we’ll get you and your child rocking to the beat, joining in our music and movement time while having tons of fun! View event
Creative Explorers
  • Tuesday 24th September, 11:00am - Until Friday 13th December, 11:45am
Delivered by one of Polka’s experienced practitioners, Creative Explorers will focus on  using  your  child’s imagination to create and explore stories  through  drama,  movement  and  songs. View event
Baby Explorers
  • Wednesday 25th September, 10:00am - Until Wednesday 4th December, 10:30am
At Polka we have a passion for learning through play and play is exactly what starts to engage children's minds and grow their imaginations. View event
Mini Explorers
  • Wednesday 25th September, 11:00am - Until Wednesday 4th December, 11:45am
Join us every Wednesday morning for your children to explore, imagine and play! View event
Home Ed Drama Club 1
  • Wednesday 25th September, 1:30pm - Until Wednesday 4th December, 2:15pm
Our Polka Home Ed Drama Club 1 offers an exciting opportunity for anyone aged 4 – 6 years to take part in drama fun! View event
Home Ed Drama Club 2
  • Wednesday 25th September, 2:30pm - Until Wednesday 4th December, 3:30pm
Our Polka Home Ed Drama Club 2 offers an exciting opportunity for anyone aged 7+ years to take part in drama fun! View event
Youth Theatre
  • Wednesday 25th September, 4:30pm - Until Wednesday 4th December, 6:00pm
Our Polka Youth Theatre offers a unique opportunity for anyone aged 9 -12 to work with leading theatre professionals and receive expert drama training. View event
Rhyme & Sign
  • Thursday 26th September, 9:45am - Until Thursday 5th December, 10:30am
Drop by for a Multisensory Story or two every  Thursday. View event
Morning Story
  • Friday 4th October, 9:45am - Until Friday 13th December, 10:30am
Drop by for a Morning Story or two every Friday. View event
Act 1
  • Saturday 5th October, 9:30am - Until Saturday 14th December, 11:15am
Polka’s weekly Act 1 club is a gentle introduction to drama for ages 4 - 6.  View event
Act 2
  • Saturday 5th October, 11:30am - Until Saturday 14th December, 12:30pm
During these weekly drama sessions, children will explore acting and performance skills in a safe and friendly environment. View event
Dementia Friendly Swimming
Dementia Friendly Swimming is a great opportunity for people with dementia and their carers or family members to use the pool at a quieter time when they know they will be supported. View event
Soft or Spiky?
  • Wednesday 20th November 10:00am until 10:45am + More Dates
A playful discovery of shapes, sounds and textures. View event
The Nutcracker
Join Olivier award-winning Little Bulb ("Wolf Witch Giant Fairy") and Polka Theatre for a magical, musical quest of heroism and surprising rodent singalongs, featuring a sleigh-load of familiar festive... View event
The Snowy Day
The Snowy Day is specially designed for 1-4 year olds and their grown-ups, featuring one dancer, original music and an immersive, enchanting set. View event
Christmas At The Farm
  • Saturday 14th December, 10:00am - Until Tuesday 24th December, 4:00pm
Come down to Deen City Farm for the festive period! Join us and visit Santa in his grotto and help the goats finally get on the nice list. View event
Snowy Stories
Discover a magical snowy place with your child in our workshop based on our winter production, The Snowy Day. View event
Snowflake Making Workshop
  • Friday 20th December 10:00am until 3:00pm
Spend some family time together in our snowy sensory studio where you can singalong to some festive tunes while crafting snowflake garlands to take away with you to decorate your home this festive season!... View event
Magical Toy Tales
Based on our production of The Nutcracker, choose a toy from Polka's toy box or bring your own to magically ‘come to life’! View event
Characters & Costumes Masterclass
  • Friday 3rd January 10:00am until 4:00pm
Come raid our Polka costume cupboard and create your own character inspired by The Nutcracker. View event
The PEA and The Princess
High kicks, huge twists and brand-new fairytale endings. View event
Sisters 360
Fatima and Salima are the closest, coolest, hijabi step-sisters in all of Bradford and they will win the Tiny is Mighty skateboarding competition, there is no doubt about it. View event
Chicken Licken
The sky is falling and this little chicken is very worried! View event