HIGH SCHOOL FAMILY PROGRAM

Royal Festival Hall

London, England

The Honors Performance Series Family Programs allow supporters to stay in London with their Finalist and attend select program events that are otherwise closed to non-performers, such as a select rehearsal, touring with Finalists, and the Finalist Celebration. A priority ticket to the Honors Performance at Royal Festival Hall is included in both Family Program packages—additional non-priority tickets are also available to the public through the Royal Festival Hall box office.

Note: Family Program is offered only as complete 3- or 5-day programs. Individual itinerary events cannot be purchased separately.

Registration for the 2026 Family Programs is open

Dates and Cost

5-Day Family Program

June 20–24, 2026

$2,199

3-Day Family Program

June 22–24, 2026

$1,199

Registration Details

  • Finalists can enroll loved ones in the Series Family Programs via their my.honorsperformance.org performer portal following acceptance.
  • Family Program participants under 22 years of age may attend only if accompanied by a participant aged 22 or older. For safety reasons, Finalists may not leave their Chaperone unless checked out by an authorized adult above the age of 25.
  • Finalists should not register for the Family Program. They will be automatically registered for the Finalist program (upon acceptance) through the application and selection process.
  • Enrollment in the Family Program is subject to the same program Terms and Conditions and Standard Cancellation Policy acknowledged during the Finalist's online enrollment.
  • Participants have the option to satisfy the full program expense upon enrollment or may include the Family Program cost in the Finalist's payment plan.

Family Program Inclusions*

The Honors Performance Series Family Programs provide a hassle-free experience for loved ones to share in select activities and events of the Series. Family members can rest easy knowing that all details are taken care of for them while also gaining access to exclusive Series events.

Four nights lodging in the Series hotel (double occupancy) with onsite staff to ensure a good stay

Two nights lodging in the Series hotel (double occupancy) with onsite staff to ensure a good stay

Arrival transfer from the designated airport to the Series hotel†

Departure transfer from the Series hotel to the designated airport†

One priority ticket to the Honors Performance

Transportation to and from Royal Festival Hall for the Honors Performance

Family Program access to a select Honors Performance rehearsal

Admission to the Finalist Celebration with Finalists

All fees for activities and touring listed as “with Finalists” on the itinerary

Motorcoach/tube transportation for scheduled activities

Dedicated Family Program support staff before, during, and after the program

Ticket to a West End show, seated with your Finalist

Admission to the scheduled Royal Festival Hall backstage tour

Guided sightseeing tours

24-Hour staffed emergency phone number to handle the unexpected

Doctors on Call arrangement for US-based medical support while on the program

*Family Program details are subject to change.

Individuals arriving or departing outside of the designated time frames will not have access to our complimentary airport shuttle service.

Family Program Itineraries

The Family Program packages are designed to allow family, friends, and educators to share in the Honors Performance Series experience, while also providing additional time to explore London. Since most Series rehearsals are closed, the Family Programs include other activities and free time. Both itineraries provide an opportunity to experience the best of the sights and culture in London.

Please note that all itineraries are tentative and subject to change.

5-Day Family Program Sample Itinerary

(Tentative and Subject to Change)

Day 1

  • Morning arrival to London
  • Airport greeting and transfer to the hotel (registered family only during specified times at the designated airport)
  • Sightseeing tour of London
  • Meet your Finalist’s Chaperone
  • Welcome meeting (registered family invited)

Day 2

  • Experience local sightseeing, including the Tower of London and St. Paul's Cathedral
  • Attend a West End show with Finalists

Day 3

  • Admission to Kensington Palace for self-guided tour
  • Family Program participants attend a rehearsal
  • Guided sightseeing with your Finalist
  • Shopping trip to Harrod’s

Day 4

  • Finalist Celebration with Finalists
  • Free time to explore London
  • Honors Performance at Royal Festival Hall (priority seating for Family Program participants)

Day 5

  • Farewell and return transfer to the airport (registered family only during specified times at the designated airport)
  • Morning departure for home
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3-Day Family Program Sample Itinerary

(Tentative and Subject to Change)

Day 1

  • Arrive in London, participants make their own way to the Series hotel for program check-in
  • Family Program participants attend a rehearsal
  • Finalist Celebration with Finalists

Day 2

  • Guided sightseeing with your Finalist
  • Free time to explore London
  • Honors Performance at Royal Festival Hall (priority seating for Family Program participants)

Day 3

  • Farewell and return transfer to the airport (registered family only during specified times at the designated airport)
  • Afternoon departure for home

“I loved watching my daughter grow over the course of the week and her confidence build. I loved watching her rehearsal and above all the final performance was amazing!”

Anna | Family Program Participant