Primary Times - the definitive what’s on and where to go family guide of activities and events for children of primary school age. Things to do with your kids during the school holidays including arts and craft activities, music and theatre for children, parties, competitions, days out, and family attractions along with term time drama schools, dance classes, after school clubs and sports activities. Things to do at a place near you!
Things to do with kids in Bedfordshire & Luton
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Hickory Dickory Dock
28th May 2026
Venue: Stockwood Discovery Centre
A merry slapstick show, starring glove puppets, silly museum curators, dozy delivery drivers, a magnificent clock and that song you've all been waiting for... Suitable for ages 3 - 8 years.
Ministry Of Science Live
28th May 2026
Venue: Grove Theatre
Join the presenters as they dive deep into the world of science and look at how science shapes the modern world we live in with a few loud bangs along the way! 100% Educational. 200% Entertaining. 300%...
Natural History Museum presents Dinosaurs Live
29th May 2026
Venue: Grove Theatre
Ever since they were first identified in the 1800s, dinosaurs have sparked the imagination of kids and adults alike. The world-renowned Natural History Museum has teamed up with Mark Thompson Productions...
Rubbish Shakespeare Company: Romeo & Juliet
29th May 2026
Venue: Hat Factory Arts Centre
Address: 65-67 Bute Street, Luton
The Rubbish Shakespeare Company turns Romeo and Juliet into a fast, funny family performance packed with silliness and theatrical energy. It is designed to make a famous story accessible and entertaining...
Claytime
30th-31st May 2026
Venue: Hat Factory Arts Centre
The award-winning Indefinite Articles present their work for the very young: Claytime, a play with clay, where the audience are invited to participate. Truly, interactive theatre at its most engaging....
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