what’s on this week in Kings Cross

What’s on this week in Kings Cross

What’s On This Week in Kings Cross (16–22 Feb 2026), Barnsbury & Caledonian Road

Your weekly King’s Cross “near me” guide for theatre, live music, club nights, family half-term ideas, markets, date nights, and late-night bars.

Plans change fast, so always double-check tickets and door times before you travel.

Don’t-miss highlights this week

• • • Dance at Sadler’s Wells: TUTU (Mon 16 Feb, 7:30pm).
    • Theatre at Almeida Theatre: American Psycho runs all week (many dates sold out).
    • Big gig energy at Scala London: Rocket / Sports Night / Covasettes / big Saturday festival night.
    • Half-term family days: free and low-cost workshops around Coal Drops Yard (18–22 Feb).
    • Cold-plunge + sauna pop-up at King’s Cross through Sun 22 Feb.

Runs all week or most days

 Theatre & performing arts

• • • American Psycho – musical thriller
      Venue: Almeida Theatre (Barnsbury / N1)
      Times: Mon 16–Fri 20 at 7:30pm; Wed 18 also 2:00pm (times shown on listings)
      Price: Many performances marked sold out
      Notes: Dark themes and violence. Book ahead.
      Tags: Adult themes · Not family.
    • Splice | Rorschach – contemporary dance
      Venue: The Place (very close to King’s Cross)
      Times: Runs until Sat 21 Feb (times vary)
      Price: Ticketed
      Notes: Check the daily calendar for your slot.
      Tags: Culture · Good date night.

 Wellness

• • • SloMo sauna + cold plunge
      Where: King’s Cross pop-up (Lewis Cubitt Square area)
      Times: Bookable sessions daily
      Dates: Through Sun 22 Feb
      Price: Ticketed sessions
      Notes: Bring swimwear and warm layers.
      Tags: Wellbeing · Great date idea.

 Half-term family friendly

• • • Half-term creative workshops (various providers)
      Where: Coal Drops Yard / King’s Cross
      Times: Daytime sessions (varies)
      Dates: Wed 18 – Sun 22 Feb
      Price: Many free drop-ins, plus bookable sessions
      Notes: Some events require pre-booking.
      Tags: Family-friendly · Mostly free.
    • coal drops yard

 LGBTQ+ culture

• • • Queer Britain (museum)
      Where: Granary Square, King’s Cross
      Times: Daytime visiting
      Price: Often free / donation-based (check entry details)
      Notes: Perfect cultural stop between brunch and a show.
      Tags: LGBTQ+ · Inclusive · Daytime.

Monday 16 February 2026

 Morning + daytime

• • • Granary Square fountains + canal walk
      Where: Granary Square
      Time: Fountains typically 8:00am–8:00pm
      Price: Free
      Notes: Great for families. Avoid splash zones in cold weather.
      Tags: Family-friendly · Free.
    • Run club: GearGoat Run Club
      Where: Coal Drops Yard, King’s Cross
      Time: 6:15pm start
      Price: Free
      Notes: All paces welcome.
      Tags: Community · Outdoor.
    • coal drops yard

 Evening

• • • Yellow Swans + support + DJ set
      Venue: The Lexington (King’s Cross / Angel edge)
      Time: Doors 7:30pm, music 8:15pm
      Price: £18 + fees
      Notes: Experimental and loud. Bring earplugs.
      Tags: Live music · Indie/experimental.
    • TUTU (Chicos Mambo) – dance + comedy
      Venue: Sadler’s Wells (Peacock Theatre)
      Time: 7:30pm
      Price: Ticketed
      Notes: Big, joyful crowd-pleaser.
      Tags: Date night · Culture.

 Late-night bars nearby (walkable)

• • • Big Chill King’s Cross for DJs and dancing vibes.
    • The Lexington stays lively after gigs.

Tuesday 17 February 2026

 Early

• • • Pullman St Pancras Run Club
      Where: Pullman London St Pancras area
      Time: 7:00am
      Price: Free
      Notes: Quick, social start before work.
      Tags: Community · Fitness.

 Evening

• • • Rocket
      Venue: Scala London (King’s Cross)
      Time: Check listing (evening doors)
      Price: Ticketed
      Notes: Big room energy. Expect singalongs.
      Tags: Nightlife · Mixed crowd.

 Easy date-night pairing

• • • Dinner in Coal Drops Yard, then Scala. The walk is five minutes.

Wednesday 18 February 2026

 Daytime (half-term)

• • • Half-term workshops around Coal Drops Yard
      Where: King’s Cross
      Time: Daytime sessions
      Price: Many free options
      Notes: Good for ages 5+.
      Tags: Family-friendly · Budget.

 Evening comedy

• • • Cracked Comedy (weekly)
      Venue: Big Chill Bar
      Time: Evening
      Price: Free entry (arrive early)
      Notes: Mixed bill. Seating fills fast.
      Tags: Comedy · Budget.

 Clubs

• • • Sports Night
      Venue: Scala London
      Time: Late (club night)
      Price: Ticketed
      Notes: Expect pop bangers and nostalgia.
      Tags: Nightlife · 18+.
    • Wednesday Club
      Venue: Egg London (King’s Cross area)
      Time: 11:00pm–6:00am
      Price: Ticketed
      Notes: Proper midweek rave.
      Tags: Club · 18+.

Thursday 19 February 2026

 Theatre + culture

• • • Blink
      Venue: King’s Head Theatre (Barnsbury / Angel)
      Time: 7:00pm
      Price: Tickets from about £16.50–£17+
      Notes: Smart, contemporary drama.
      Tags: Date night · Theatre.
    • Almeida For Free: American Psycho (special event)
      Venue: Almeida Theatre
      Time: Thu 19 Feb (time varies)
      Price: Free / limited capacity
      Notes: Expect tickets to go quickly.
      Tags: Culture · Budget.
    • Almeida Theatre

 Comedy

• • • French It Up – stand-up night
      Venue: 26 Exmouth Market (Clerkenwell, close to King’s Cross)
      Time: 7:45pm
      Price: £12
      Notes: French-language flavour, English-friendly vibe.
      Tags: Comedy · Date night.
    • Exmouth Market Clerkenwell

Friday 20 February 2026

 Live music

• • • Ye Nuns + support
      Venue: The Lexington
      Time: Doors 6:30pm, curfew 11:00pm
      Price: £11 + fees
      Notes: Loud, fun, punk-leaning night.
      Tags: Live music · Indie/punk.
    • Brodsky Quartet + Sir Willard White
      Venue: Kings Place
      Time: 8:00pm (plus a pre-concert talk option)
      Price: Ticketed
      Notes: Brilliant acoustics. Great “grown-up” night out.
      Tags: Culture · Date night.

 Clubs

• • • All About House
      Venue: Egg London
      Time: 10:00pm–5:00am
      Price: Ticketed
      Notes: House all night. Serious dancefloor.
      Tags: Club · 18+.

Saturday 21 February 2026

 Markets + daytime

• • • Canopy Market
      Where: King’s Cross
      Time: Typically 11:00am–6:00pm
      Price: Free entry
      Notes: Street food and makers. Great lunch stop.
      Tags: Family-friendly · Dog-friendly (usually) · Free entry.
    • Blink (matinee + evening)
      Venue: King’s Head Theatre
      Times: 2:00pm and 6:00pm
      Price: Ticketed
      Notes: Perfect if you want theatre before clubs.
      Tags: Theatre · Date night.

• • 🎶 Evening + late
    • House of Havana (Latin party night)
      Venue: Big Chill Bar, King’s Cross
      Time: 7:30pm start (runs late)
      Price: Ticketed
      Notes: Salsa, reggaeton, and big party energy.
      Tags: Nightlife · Great group night.
    • Astrix (special guest club night)
      Venue: Egg London
      Time: 10:00pm–6:00am
      Price: Ticketed
      Notes: Big production night. Arrive before peak.
      Tags: Club · 18+.
    • Samaggi Fest + Nights 006
      Venue: Scala London
      Time: Late (see listing)
      Price: Ticketed
      Notes: Two big Saturday options in one venue.
      Tags: Club · 18+.
    • The Cross London
      Venue: The Cross London
      Time: Closed for a private event (per venue schedule)
      Price: N/A
      Notes: Plan Scala or Egg instead tonight.
      Tags: Nightlife.

    🏉 Sports screenings

    • Six Nations rugby on screens
      Venue: Big Chill Bar
      Time: Match-time slots (check fixtures)
      Price: Free viewing with drinks
      Notes: Arrive early for tables.
      Tags: Groups · Sport.

    Sunday 22 February 2026

    🥐 Brunch + markets

    • Islington Farmers’ Market (Chapel Market)
      Area: Barnsbury / Angel
      Time: 10:00am–2:00pm
      Price: Free entry
      Notes: Great for pastries, produce, and hot drinks.
      Tags: Family-friendly · Often dog-friendly.
    • Canopy Market
      Area: King’s Cross
      Time: Typically 11:00am–6:00pm
      Price: Free entry
      Notes: Best for lunch after a canal walk.
      Tags: Family-friendly · Free entry.

    🎶 Daytime culture

    • Orchestra of the Age of Enlightenment + pre-concert talk
      Venue: Kings Place
      Time: Talk then concert (listed as 11:30am performance)
      Price: £10.50–£21 (as listed)
      Notes: A classy Sunday reset near the station.
      Tags: Culture · Date day.

    😂 Comedy

    • Aisling Bea – Work in Progress
      Venue: Pleasance London (Caledonian Road area)
      Time: 3:00pm (90 mins)
      Price: From £12.75 (listed as sold out)
      Notes: Strong language. Age guide 16+.
      Tags: Comedy · Date night.

    🎭 Evening

    • The Jury Experience (immersive courtroom show)
      Venue: Shaw Theatre
      Time: 4:00pm showing listed
      Price: From £37 (listed)
      Notes: Interactive format. Great for groups.
      Tags: Theatre-adjacent · 12+ (check listing).

    🌙 Sunday night party

    • House of Havana (Sunday session)
      Venue: Big Chill Bar
      Time: 7:30pm start
      Price: Ticketed
      Notes: A fun “one last dance” before Monday.
      Tags: Nightlife · Inclusive.

    Food, drink, and local planning essentials

    Best brunch spots near King’s Cross

    King’s Cross has a strong brunch circuit, especially around Granary Square and Coal Drops Yard.

    • Caravan King’s Cross – all-day menus and great coffee.
    • Use the King’s Cross brunch list to build your crawl in minutes.

    Vegan and veggie favourites

    • Mildreds King’s Cross – all-day vegan dining (9am–late).
    • Bubala King’s Cross – veggie-first, lots of vegan options.

    Michelin Guide “date-night” picks nearby

    • Decimo – Michelin Guide listed, great for a special night.
    • Island at Mare Street Market (King’s Cross) – Michelin-recommended, inside Mare Street Market King’s Cross.

    Places to stay near King’s Cross Station

    • Pullman London St Pancras – modern and very close to stations.
    • The Standard, London – stylish base near St Pancras.
    • St. Pancras, London, Autograph Collection – historic, and noted as pet-friendly.

what’s on this week in Kings Cross

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last updated 16th february 2026

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