What’s On in Ealing This February
February is packed with exciting events in Ealing, from cultural discussions and botanical wonders to creative workshops and sustainability-focused pop-ups. Here’s a roundup of five must-visit experiences happening this month.
Queer Southall at Gunnersbury Park Museum
📅 6th February | 🕖 7PM - 9PM | 📍 Gunnersbury Park Museum | @gunnersburyparkmuseum
Gunnersbury Park Museum is hosting an evening of community-focused conversations featuring @sharandhaliwal_, founder of @burntrotimag, and Parminder Sekhon, CEO of @nazprojectlondon. Visitors can explore the Peoples Unite! exhibition, which examines how Southall’s activism shaped the nation. Sharan’s immersive installation, Calling This Home, will be on display before an engaging discussion on the role of queer communities in Southall’s history and their continued influence today.
Time to Talk Day with Mind Charity
📅 6th February | 📍 Nationwide | @mindcharity
Time to Talk Day is the UK’s biggest conversation around mental health, encouraging open discussions among friends, families, workplaces, and communities. Led by Mind and Rethink Mental Illness, in partnership with Co-op, this initiative aims to break stigma and create a culture where talking about mental well-being is normal. Whether by hosting an event, sharing resources online, or simply checking in on a friend, everyone can get involved.
Greenery Pop-Up & Free Plant Giveaway with Greenka
📅 21st & 22nd February | 🕚 11AM - 4PM | 📍 Outside Tesco, Ealing Broadway | @ealingshopping & @_greenka
This February half-term, Greenka and Ealing Broadway are bringing nature into the community with a free plant giveaway of 800 plants (while stocks last). Visitors can also enjoy:
- A mini dried-flower bouquet workshop to create a take-home arrangement.
- A Plant SOS service, where Greenka’s experts provide advice on reviving struggling houseplants.
- A market stall selling a variety of plants, from easy-care species to pet-friendly options, plus stylish pots and accessories.
Kew Gardens’ Orchid Festival 2025
📅 1st February - 2nd March | 📍 Kew Gardens, Princess of Wales Conservatory | @kewgardens
Kew Gardens’ 29th Orchid Festival returns, celebrating the biodiversity of Peru with breathtaking floral displays. Visitors can expect:
- Floral sculptures of alpacas, Andean flamingos, and a tribute to Lake Titicaca.
- Photography by Mariano Vivanco and murals by Gisella Stapleton.
- After Hours events featuring Peruvian music, performances, and cuisine.
- Discounted £1 entry for those on Universal Credit, Pension Credit, and other qualifying benefits.
Candle-Making Workshop at OPEN Ealing
📅 9th February | 🕜 1:45PM | 📍 OPEN Ealing, Dickens Yard | @ks_cocktails_ltd & @presentyourjoy
Unleash your creativity with a hands-on candle-making workshop, where participants will craft their own scented candle using natural soy wax and premium fragrances. The workshop includes:
- A complimentary cocktail or mocktail.
- Step-by-step guidance in a fun, relaxing environment.
- A hand-poured candle worth over £20 with 45+ hours of burn time.
- A 10% discount for future purchases from Present Your Joy.