February in Vauxhall doesn’t hibernate, it recalibrates. It’s a month that leans into culture, connection and warmth in all its forms, whether that’s dancing off the winter blues, gathering around community tables, or spending an afternoon immersed in art.

From free creative sessions for young people and joyful Saturday morning Zumba, to thoughtful exhibitions and proper nights out, this month’s line-up is about showing up: For yourself, for your neighbours, and for the places that make Vauxhall what it is.

Free Performing Arts & Dance Sessions

A brilliant way to kick off the month. PPAS is offering free performing arts and dance sessions designed to help young people build confidence, creativity and coordination — all through play, movement and performance.

These sessions are welcoming, inclusive and led by experienced facilitators who know how to bring the best out of young performers, whether they’re natural show-offs or a little more reserved. For ages 5–11.

Free Performing Arts & Dance Sessions
When Saturday 8 February
Where Base Dance Studios, 4 Tinworth St, SE11 5EJ
Price Free
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Zumba Fit Saturdays

Every Saturday morning, Metropolis brings the energy with Zumba Fit — an upbeat, welcoming session that feels more like a dance party than a workout. Expect big tunes, big smiles and zero pressure.

Set inside one of Vauxhall’s most eclectic spaces, these sessions are ideal for all levels and a great way to warm up cold February weekends.

Zumba Fit Saturdays
When Every Saturday, 11am
Where Metropolis, 72–73 Albert Embankment, SE1 7TP
Price £10
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Community Lunch

A weekly Vauxhall institution. Bonnington Café’s community lunches are about shared tables, generous plates and conversation that flows easily between neighbours.

Volunteer-run and proudly cooperative, this is one of the most genuine ways to experience Vauxhall’s community spirit — especially on a winter Tuesday.

Community Lunch
When Every Tuesday
Where Bonnington Café, 11 Vauxhall Grove, SW8 1TD
Price Pay what you can
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Roam Café Play Sessions

Roam Café continues to carve out space for families with its thoughtful Play Sessions — combining a warm café, indoor play space and community-focused ethos.

Founded by local women, Roam is about connection as much as coffee, offering parents and carers a place to pause while children play and explore.

Roam Café Play Sessions
When Wednesday to Friday
Where 64 Tyers Street, SE11 5AE
Price Membership / session-based
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The Boury Academy Free Trial Classes

Thinking about theatre or dance classes? February is the perfect time to try it out for free at The Boury Academy — one of Vauxhall’s most respected performing arts schools.

Focused on confidence, creativity and collaboration, these sessions give young people a taste of what Boury does best in a supportive, high-quality environment.

The Boury Academy Free Trial Classes
When Selected dates in February
Where The Boury Studios, Wyvil School, South Lambeth Road, SW8 2TJ
Price Free
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Cheer Up’s Love This Valentine’s Ball

Put your “Hand on your heart” and head to the iconic Royal Vauxhall Tavern for Cheer Up’s “Love This” Valentines Ball, a night filled with the feels.

“Turn it into love” or a “bad romance” – expect your favourite pop, dance and hands-in-the-air anthems all night long, including classics from Kylie, Jason, Madonna, Dannii, Cher, Lady Gaga, Bananarama, Hazell Dean, Sinitta, Jade, Whitney, Britney, Sonia, Mel & Kim, Dead or Alive, Steps, Pet Shop Boys, Sabrina Carpenter and more.

Cheer Up’s Love This Valentine’s Ball
When Saturday 14 February, 9pm-3am
Where Royal Vauxhall Tavern, 372 Kennington Lane, SE11 5HY
Price £6
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Valentine’s Day at Brunswick House

Brunswick House does Valentine’s with effortless elegance. Think candlelight, antiques, seasonal cooking and an atmosphere that feels special without trying too hard.

Perfect for date nights, celebrations or anyone who believes romance should come with really good food.

Valentine’s Day at Brunswick House
When Saturday 14 February
Where Brunswick House, 30 Wandsworth Road, SW8 2LG
Price See menu
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Beyond

For those who like their weekends loud, late and into the next week, Beyond delivers full-scale club nights with serious production and unapologetic energy.

A staple of Vauxhall nightlife and a reminder that winter doesn’t mean slowing down.

Beyond
When Every Saturday, dusk till dawn
Where Fire, South Lambeth Road, SW8 1RT
Price £13
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Six Nations in Vauxhall

The Six Nations brings big energy to Vauxhall, with pubs across the area showing the matches and filling up with locals, regulars and rugby fans. To make life easy, we’ve pulled together a handy round-up of where to watch every match right here in the neighbourhood.

It all kicks off on 5 February with Ireland v France — and yes, it’s shaping up to be an absolute cracker. Expect packed pubs, pints flying, and serious atmosphere from the first whistle to the last.

Have a scroll, pick your pub, and get those tables booked — you know it’s going to be carnage.

Six Nations in Vauxhall
When Throughout February
Where Various Vauxhall pubs
Price Free entry (booking recommended)

Nocturnal Melody – Umi Ishihara

A slower, more reflective way to close out the month. Nocturnal Melody is an atmospheric exhibition that rewards repeat visits, inviting you into a quiet, dreamlike space shaped by sound, light and memory.

Perfect for winter afternoons when you want to take things at your own pace.

Nocturnal Melody – Umi Ishihara
When Until end of March
Where Gasworks, 155 Vauxhall Street, SE11 5RH
Price Free
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3310 – Noughty By Nature

It’s all in the name – 3310 serves pure millennial queer chaos, and it’s back this month with another party of hands-in-the-air glory on the dance floor. Fast becoming one of London’s most popular party destinations, this night pulls a massive crowd who know their Little Mix from their Lady Gaga. It’s bangers all night, babes! Happy hour till 10pm. Advanced £8 tickets online; £9 on the door. Last entry 2.30am.

3310 - Noughty By Nature
When Saturday 28 February, 9pm-4am
Where Eagle London, 349 Kennington Lane, SE11 5QY
Price £9 on the door
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