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King Pins
24th November-1st February 2026
Venue: Cabot Circus
Website: https://kingpins.co.uk
Enjoy state-of-the-art Ten Pin bowling, as well as tech darts, ice-free curling, shuffleboard, an amazing arcade, private karaoke party room and loads more. Plus delicious pizza and crispy chicken from...
Little Stoke Junior Parkrun
24th November-1st February 2026
Venue: Little Stoke Park
Website: www.parkrun.org.uk/littlestoke-juniors
A free, fun, and friendly weekly 2K event for juniors (4 to 14 year olds) every Sunday at 9am. Free to join but you must register before your first run. The aim is to have fun, so go along and join in...
The Climbing Academy
24th November-1st February 2026
Venue: The Arc Chippenham
Address: Westmead Lane
Website: www.theclimbingacademy.com/the-arc
Climb indoors with bouldering for all ages - no booking needed - plus auto-belays and roped climbing for ages 6+. Friendly instructors are always around to help. The fun continues outdoors with a free...
The Outdoors Project
24th November-1st February 2026
Venue: Horfield Common, The Ardagh and Sefton Park School
Website: www.theoutdoorsproject.co.uk
Their mission is to encourage children to spend time outdoors, away from screens. They have lots of exciting activity-themed days to choose from such as Wildcraft vs Minecraft Day, Bushcraft, Viking Day,...
We The Curious
24th November-1st February 2026
Venue: One Millennium Square, Anchor Road
Website: www.wethecurious.org
With two floors brimming with interactive exhibits, the science centre on Bristol’s Harbourside is the perfect destination for families of all ages, school groups or grown-ups, and those with a curious...
Disco Tobogganing
8th January-22nd February 2026
Venue: Mendip Activity Centre
Website: www.mendip.co.uk/tobogganing
Boogie into the New Year with Disco Tobogganing, the best open-air family-friendly Disco party in Somerset! Get your fancy dress ready and prepare to give those gloomy winter days a glow.
The Night Sky Show
18th January 2026
Venue: Bristol Beacon
Website: www.bristolbeacon.org
Expect stunning visuals, space science with a smile, and a tour of the cosmos that’s equal parts fascinating and funny. From constellations to black holes, moon landings to meteor showers, Adrian breaks...
Horrible Histories The Concert
30th-31st January 2026
Venue: Bristol Beacon
Website: www.bristolbeacon.org
For the very first time, your favourite songs and actors from the BAFTA Award-winning CBBC TV series will be appearing live (and dead!) on stage in a very special production!Featuring a live band, led...
Chinese New Year Extravaganza
31st January 2026
Venue: Redgrave Theatre
Website: www.redgravetheatre.com
Celebrate the Year of the Horse with a Spectacular Experience!This kaleidoscope of Chinese cultural traditions offers something for everyone, making it the perfect outing for families, friends, and culture...
Showstopper! The Kids Show
31st January 2026
Venue: Bristol Old Vic
Website: www.bristololdvic.org.uk
If your children could create their very own dream musical – where would they start? The Showstoppers’ Kids Show takes your kids’ ideas and turns them into marvellous, musical adventures from scratch,...
The Sleep Show
7th-8th February 2026
Venue: Theatre Royal Bath
Website: www.theatreroyal.org.uk
Through imaginative storytelling and beautiful choreography, we're offering fresh perspectives on sleep that encourages meaningful conversations between parents and children about the importance of a good...