As autumn arrives, celebrate the very best that the season has to offer in Covent Garden. From the neighbourhood’s Instagram-worthy beautiFALL Pumpkin installation displayed in the Market Building, to new dining experiences that make use of the abundance of fresh produce available at this time of year, Covent Garden is brimming with activity this Fall, with entertainment suited for all.

Fun for all the family, Covent Garden is a one stop destination for Half Term entertainment. With activities for all ages, including a variety of shows from over 40 theatres surrounding the area, there’s plenty to keep kids (and adults!) entertained this month. From Mrs Doubtfire to the Lion King, Back to The Future and Matilda, families can catch a show and team it with a host of retail and dining experiences found within Covent Garden and Seven Dials, including brand-new children’s menus, to create the perfect day out.

From theatre to film, movie buffs can dive-deep into the world of the Caped Crusader at Batman Unmasked – an epic theatrical self-guided tour featuring original costumes and props from all the Batman films, starting with the 1989 classic. Explore interactive photo ops, comic and gaming zones, and exclusive merchandise at this must-see experience at 45 Wellington Street. Perfect for all ages, this exhibition will immerse visitors in the Gotham universe like never before. The exhibition is live now until the end of the year.

As the days get shorter and the evenings draw in, families visiting the London Transport Museum can take a step back in time, learning about public transport keeps our city moving through the Underground’s deepest tunnels to navigate the city on the darkest of nights. The museum’s ‘Through the Darkness’ half term series introduces visitors to time-travelling passengers from Victorian London and allows you to step into the shoes of Edwardian engineers. With free activities and workshops including ‘Build Your Own Night Bus’ and a ‘Sensory Underground Zone’ let your little one’s imagination run free and discover how the city keeps moving.

Time travel is a hungry business, so thankfully 3 Henrietta Street, the beautifully restored five floor building on Henrietta Street, launches two delicious children’s menus just in time for half term in two of its restaurants: Pivot Bar and Doughnation. The Ivy Market Grill’s kids’ menu offers a selection of ‘Little Dreamers’ main dishes such as pan-fried cod and hamburger and chips. The set menu also includes a freshly squeezed juice, dessert and a chance to build your own sundae. Café Murano’s menu for kids is 3 courses for £10, offering a selection of pasta choices and different sauces. The chocolate brownie is a must-have treat. Fussy eaters in the family? Cater to everyone’s taste buds and visit Seven Dials Market. 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 or to cater to pickier eaters.

Along with a wealth of family friendly menus, the change in season brings a delightful array of tasty autumnal ingredients to the neighbourhood’s tables. It’s a season of soups, stews, and comforting foods. Pumpkins take the spotlight, and Jenki Matcha at 50 Long Acre Street leads the pumpkin parade with its iconic Pumpkin Spice + Ashwagandha Matcha Latte. For classic takes on the beloved drink, Chestnut Bakery at 24 Floral Street and Starbucks at 10 Russell Street have you covered. Blondies is also embracing the season with two new treats: a pumpkin pie cookie and a pistachio matcha cookie.

For a more extensive autumnal dining experience, Balthazar on Russell Street launches an Autumn A La Carte menu featuring seasonal dishes like Wild Mushroom Risotto, Roasted Beetroot Carpaccio, and Raspberry Soufflé. La Goccia is also offering seasonal small plates, including Pumpkin and Ricotta Tortellini and Broccoli and Cauliflower Fritto.

Looking to get into the Halloween spirit? From October 31st to November 3rd, El Ta’Koy invites you to enjoy their Boo-tiful Cocktails, offering complimentary drinks for those in fancy dress. For wine lovers, Compagnie des Vins Surnaturels has launched Wicked Wine Tours, featuring a selection of haunted orange wines, with food to match. Aguamiel, London’s first “churreria” offering traditional Mexican dessert, will be bringing the Mexican celebration of the Day of the Dead to Covent Garden, sharing its culture through decorations and events running for three weeks from 21st October. Visitors can also step into Gotham City at ‘STEREO presents The Gotham Gala’ from October 31st to November 2nd. Hosted by the newest addition to London’s nightlife, Stereo, this immersive experience promises an unforgettable blend of villains, heroes and all things Ivy, with the music and cocktail line-up curated around this devilish city.

For those planning their Autumn/Winter wardrobes, there is no better place to shop than Covent Garden. With a world class fashion offering, discover the season’s latest collections. Jumping in feet first, Loake Shoemakers on Neal Street launches its Loake Professional Collection – a sophisticated collection of shoes designed to make an impression in the workplace, with a choice of classic Oxfords, Brogues and Loafers. The recently opened Vintage Threads on Shorts Gardens is ideal for finding one-of-a-kind winter knits, offering hand selected, vintage and reworked clothing from around the world. NN.07 at 7 Earlham Street brings its Copenhagen-based “No Nationality” ethos to redefine modern-casual wardrobes and Peak Performance, who debuted its new store at 49 Long Acre last month, offers top-tier Scandinavian Mountain gear, perfect for planning trips to the slopes, long bike rides or braving cold countryside walks.

Leaders in fall fashion, Barbour, celebrates 30 years of its iconic Liddesdale Jacket with the release of a limited-edition 30th-anniversary collection for Autumn/Winter 24 and a unique pop-up exhibition in Covent Garden. First introduced by Dame Margaret Barbour in 1994, the diamond-quilted jacket has become a staple in both countryside and city style. The launch will be marked by a pop-up exhibition on the Covent Garden Piazza open to the public from October 2nd – 13th, highlighting the jacket’s history and featuring 13 bespoke Re-Loved designs by notable collaborators.