February is set to be an exciting month in Covent Garden, with London Fashion Week and Half Term taking centre stage, supported by a diverse offering of events and experiences for all to enjoy. From exclusive pop-ups and immersive in-store events to romantic celebrations to be enjoyed with that special someone. There are new openings, family-friendly afternoon teas and, as always, world-class, award-winning shows in London’s iconic West End.

Whether you’re visiting with friends, looking for unique gifts, or planning a family day trip, Covent Garden is host to a wealth of unforgettable experiences this February.

Valentine’s Day Celebrations: Sharing The Love

Covent Garden has long been known as one of London’s most romantic neighbourhoods, and this February, it once again promises to be the perfect backdrop to showing that special someone how much they mean to you. Whether you’re indulging in a romantic dinner with your partner, treating a special friend or planning a playful anti-Valentine’s party, Covent Garden has something for every kind of celebration.

Covent Garden’s wide selection of dining and drinking destinations offer date night options to cater to every taste. Indulge in a delectable five-course Valentine’s tasting menu with paired wine at London’s most romantic restaurant Clos Maggiore or savour a six-course tasting menu of Mediterranean-inspired cuisine at Delamina Townhouse. Treat yourself to a specially curated four-course meal at Sticks’n’Sushi including a dark chocolate fondant dessert with a matcha core paired with a ‘For The Sake Of Love’ cocktail or indulge in exclusive dishes like fresh Crab Thermidor and tender Duck Breast on the Valentine’s menu at thirty7. Special drinks and dishes will be added to the à la carte menu at HENRI including a romantic Paris-Brest dessert paired with a rose-infused cocktail while jersey rock oysters and a lychee, rose & champagne sorbet will be on the exclusive ‘Taste of Samba’ menu at SUSHISAMBA.

For the perfect Valentine’s gift (for a loved one or yourself), explore endless beauty options at Charlotte Tilbury, Chanel, Glossier, MAC, NARS and Tom Ford, or personalised jewellery at Dinny Hall, Mejuri, Missoma and Tiffany & Co. Celebrate the occasion with exclusive engraving at Creed, Diptyque, Jo Malone London, Miller Harris and Penhaligon’s or give the gift of time at one of the many luxury time piece retailers including Longines, Hublot, Omega, Tag Heuer and Tissot.

For sweet Valentine’s treats, gourmet liquorice brand Lakrids by Bulow have launched their chocolate coated liquorice LOVE collection, heart-shaped macarons and matching boxes are available at Ladurée, giant 12inch personalised photo cookies are back on the menu at Blondies Kitchen and Floozie vegan stuffed cookies are offering a red velvet hot chocolate special for the month of February.

London Fashion Week: Fashion For All in Covent Garden
As London gears up for one of the most anticipated events in the fashion calendar, Covent Garden will play a pivotal role, offering a blend of stylish pop-ups, immersive experiences and fashion-forward shopping.

For the duration of London Fashion Week, DYLON, the principal partner of LFW, is hosting a unique consumer activation at 28 Henrietta Street, where visitors can repair and renew their wardrobe staples during sustainable fashion masterclasses led by experts including Shakaila Forbes-Bell and Victoria Lee. The pop-up also features an old-school grabber machine offering stylish prizes and providing fun selfie moments.

Those looking for new seasonal wardrobe staples can explore a breadth of new collections at fashion favourites and flagships including Alo Yoga, American Vintage, A.P.C., Axel Arigato, Batch LDN, Free People, GANNI, Mulberry, NN.07, Odd Muse, Paul Smith and Reformation while luxury beauty brands such as CHANEL, Charlotte Tilbury, NARS and Tom Ford, offer the latest back stage beauty looks.

Half-Term Fun: Family-Friendly Activities To Keep The Whole Family Happy

This February half-term, Covent Garden is bursting with family-friendly activities and entertainment for all ages and budgets. At the London Transport Museum, families can enjoy interactive workshops and captivating storytelling, along with the “Transported by Culture: Music” programme, showcasing live performances from up-and-coming classical and jazz musicians. For added excitement, embark on a behind the scenes tour of the Royal Opera House and from the 13th-23rd February explore delicious street food trucks popping up on the Piazza, offering classics from cheese toasties and hot dogs to plant-based burgers and sweet waffles.

Before catching a family-friendly show like Matilda the Musical or the much-loved Mrs. Doubtfire at one of Covent Garden’s 40 theatres, enjoy a pre-theatre meal at the likes of Café Murano, Cora Pearl, GAUCHO, RedFarm, Pivot, or VyTA. As well as a pre-theatre menu, Balthazar offers a kids’ menu with dishes under £11, while Sticks’n’Sushi, SUSHISAMBA and The Ivy Market Grill all offer children’s menus. Taking in a matinee? Continue the fun after with the whimsical Charlie and the Chocolate Factory Afternoon Tea at One Aldwych complete with savoury treats, cotton candy, and fantastical drinks inspired by Roald Dahl’s iconic story, now taking bookings from 15th February.

If you’re struggling to decide where to go, why not cater to everyone’s tastes and visit Seven Dials Market? Bringing together the best of street food in London, there is a host of diverse vendors for the whole family to choose from. Housing over 20 different street food stalls in the historic Thomas Neal’s Warehouse, Seven Dials Market is the perfect place for your little ones to try something new, dip their toe in a new cuisine, or to cater to pickier eaters.

Pop Ups & New Openings: There is Always Something New to Discover in Covent Garden

Covent Garden continues to solidify its position as a destination for world-class shopping, dining and experiences, welcoming a plethora of new openings and pop-ups. Alo Yoga’s flagship store in Seven Dials unveils a luxurious three-floor space dedicated to activewear and wellness essentials, while beauty enthusiasts can enjoy, makeup masterclasses, powder room parties and luxurious facials at Charlotte Tilbury’s new ‘beauty wonderland’ flagship store and world first Skin Spa. Nespresso’s pop-up on Henrietta Street is also new to the neighbourhood, introducing its Functional Coffee range, including health-boosting blends with Vital Protein Marine and Bovine Collagen available at its tasting bar—offering a moment of calm and the perfect kick start to exploring all Covent Garden has to offer.

An unmissable pop up this month is the Le Florist Flower Truck by LEGO popping up on the East Piazza from Saturday 8th – Sunday 9th February. Visitors are invited to step away from the ordinary and enjoy interactive experiences creating their own LEGO Botanicals bouquet and embrace the joy of togetherness.

Unmissable pop ups this month include the Le Florist Flower Truck by LEGO popping up on the East Piazza from 8th – 9th February, where Visitors are invited to step away from the ordinary and enjoy interactive experiences creating their own LEGO Botanicals bouquet. Another playful pop up coming to the neighbourhood this month is The Players’ Lounge from NARS, an interactive gaming experience that celebrates the brands best-selling products. Live to the public at The Stables on Earlham Street 22nd – 23rd February, visitors can make their move with life-size foundation bottles on the NARS chess board, play their hand at a royal blush card game and receive NARS branded poker chips that can be exchanged for luxury prizes. A limited-edition run of NARS necessities including water bottles and hair accessories will be available at both the pop up and the NARS King Street boutique at this time.