What's On in Avon

Twilight Tobogganing at Mendip Activity Centre

Venue: Mendip Activity Centre

Website: www.mendip.co.uk/twilight

Slide into holiday adventures with Twilight Tobogganing! Race down the outdoor slope beneath a canopy of 10,000 sparkling lights and dancing lasers. Each group gets private use of 8 toboggans followed...

Twilight Tobogganing at Mendip Activity Centre

Venue: Mendip Activity Centre

Website: www.mendip.co.uk/twilight

Slide into holiday adventures with Twilight Tobogganing! Each group gets private use of 8 toboggans, followed by a sparkling woodland stroll to an enchanted grotto complete with a crackling campfire, s’mores...

Bath on Ice

Venue: Royal Victoria Park

Website: https://bathonice.co.uk

Glowing in atmospheric lights, Bath on Ice is back and is the perfect place to practise your skating and show off some moves. With wintery music, a cosy bar, and seasonal drinks, you'll be transported...

Bath On Ice

Venue: Royal Victoria Park

Website: www.bathonice.co.uk

Nestled in stunning Royal Victoria Park, experience the magic of winter at Bath on Ice. Glide across the spacious, real, ice rink surrounded by twinkling lights and music. Plus book golf at night with...

The Last Sprouts

Venue: Wake the Tiger

Website: www.wakethetiger.com

This Christmas, step through the festive portal and journey into a parallel world filled with The Last Sprouts and step into the sprouterverse - a magical Christmas adventure for visitors of all ages....

Snow Mice!

Venue: Theatre Royal Bath

Website: www.theatreroyal.org.uk

Join three intrepid adventurers on a chilly, mousey expedition to the top of the hill where they each discover that Snow Mice really do exist and that maybe, just maybe, this new home isn’t so bad after...

Christmas through the ages at Dyrham Park

Venue: Dyrham Park

Website: www.nationaltrust.org.uk

With sparkling trees, a giant wreath, a children's trail, choirs in the church, wreath-making workshops and house rooms decorated for Christmas in different eras, there's something for everyone to make...

King Pins

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

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

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

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

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...

Rapunzel: A Hairytale

Venue: Tobacco Factory Theatres

Website: https://tobaccofactorytheatres.com

With original live music, captivating characters, and wonderfully wild invention, this heartwarming tale is a tangled story of growing up, breaking out, and finding your own voice - all wrapped up in plenty...

Merry and Wild: Christmas at Bristol Zoo Project

Venue: Bristol Zoo Project

Website: www.bristolzoo.org.uk

Join the festive trail to find the giant presents across the zoo, solve the riddles and match them to the animals. Discover what special treats our animals have been given, from festive snacks to enrichment...

Sparkle – Christmas Garden Illuminations and Light Trai

Venue: The Bishop's Palace and Gardens

Website: www.bishopspalace.org.uk

Step into the magic of Christmas as the much-loved Illuminations return for 2025, bigger, brighter, and more enchanting than ever before. Sparkle transforms this historic Palace and RHS partner inner gardens...

Sparkle – Christmas Garden Illuminations and Light Trail

Venue: The Bishop's Palace and Gardens

Website: www.bishopspalace.org.uk

Step into the magic of Christmas as the much-loved Illuminations return for 2025, bigger, brighter, and more enchanting than ever before. Sparkle transforms this historic Palace and RHS partner inner gardens...

Scruff's Christmas Adventure

Venue: Tobacco Factory Theatres

Website: https://tobaccofactorytheatres.com

It's Christmas Eve and Scruff the puppy just can't sleep. How can a little dog find the paw-fect gift for his owner - and get it under the tree in time? Join Scruff on a tail-wagging journey filled with...

Treasure Island

Venue: Bristol Old Vic

Website: www.bristololdvic.org.uk

From a Bristol tavern to the mighty ocean waves, join Hawkins as she gets into pirate-y peril aboard the mighty Hispaniola. Whether landlubber or salty seadog, you’ll be on the edge of your seat and...

Antarctica

Venue: Bristol Old Vic

Website: www.bristololdvic.org.uk

This Christmas, the Studio is once again transformed into a wintry wonderland for younger audiences to enjoy, as the Olivier Award-winning Little Bulb whisk you away on an unforgettable journey full of...

Sleeping Beauty

Venue: Redgrave Theatre

Website: www.redgravetheatre.com

Don’t miss this spectacular pantomime from the same team that brought you Jack and the Beanstalk in 2024 and Rapunzel 2023. Featuring great songs, dazzling dance routines, stunning scenery, beautiful...

Cinderella

Venue: The Playhouse

Website: www.parkwoodtheatres.co.uk

Visit The Playhouse this Christmas for the rags to riches tale of Cinderella, a sparkling family pantomime suitable for all ages packed full of show-stopping musical numbers, dazzling costumes, hilarious...

Jack and the Beanstalk

Venue: Bristol Hippodrome

Website: www.atgtickets.com

Join Jack Trot on his magical pantomime adventure as he sells his beloved cow, climbs to Cloudland, outwits the evil giant, wins riches beyond his wildest dreams, and captures the heart of the one he loves!Packed...

The Further Adventures of PETER PAN: The Return of Captain Hook

Venue: Theatre Royal Bath

Website: www.theatreroyal.org.uk

Get ready for gravity-defying flying scenes, stunning choreography, and mind- blowing special effects that will leave you gasping. Pirate sword fights, crocodile chases, and jaw-dropping stunts bring Neverland...

Kid Carpet and The Noisy Animals: Jack and The Beanstalk (Sort Of)

Venue: The Wardrobe Theatre

Website: www.thewardrobetheatre.com

Family theatre and rock star legend Kid Carpet is back with a totally brand new show this Christmas! A lo-fi, hi-tech, big-beat bonkers panto stuffed with songs, silliness and surprise grannies - for ages...

Sleeping Beauty Relaxed Performance

Venue: Redgrave Theatre

Website: www.redgravetheatre.com

A relaxed performance creates a more inclusive and comfortable environment by easing traditional theatre rules and adjusting the ambiance. This type of performance is especially beneficial for individuals...

Disco Tobogganing  

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

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

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

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

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

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...