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!
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Visit Santa in his Grotto
25th November-24th December 2024
Venue: National SEA LIFE Centre Birmingham
Website: www.visitsealife.com/birmingham
Marvel at over 2,000 amazing creatures including jaw-some sharks, cheeky gentoo penguins and the UK’s first and only sea otters, Ozzy and Ola before entering the glittering grotto where Santa and his...
Shrek the Musical
30th January-4th February 2034
Venue: Belgrade Theatre
Website: www.belgrade.co.uk/events/shrek-the-musical
Get ready to leave your troubles Far Far Away and embark on an unforgettable adventure filled with laughter, love, and ogre-sized fun. With a heartwarming story and a cast of unforgettable characters,...
The Addams Family
23rd-27th April 2024
Venue: Crescent Theatre
Website: www.crescent-theatre.co.uk
Wednesday Addams, the princess of darkness, has grown up and has a shocking secret that only Gomez knows; she’s fallen in love with a sweet, smart young man from a respectable family! All the usual clan...
Family Singing
28th April 2024
Venue: Warwick Arts Centre
Website: www.warwickartscentre.co.uk
Perfect for first timers and regulars, you will learn songs to get you singing, moving, and dancing, with a healthy dose of creativity thrown in. Open to all ages, an opportunity for all the family to...
Bear Hunt Creative Workshop
4th May 2024
Venue: Crowne Plaza Hotel
Website: www.stratfordliteraryfestival.co.uk
Decorate a bear(hunt)-tastic sculpture with artist Felicity Shillingford or take away your very own creation with a Make and Take inspired by Michael Rosen’s classic story We’re Going on a Bear Hunt!...
Family Museum Engineers Play: Saturday Play Days
4th May 2024
Venue: Coventry Transport Museum
Website: www.transport-museum.com
Explore an open-ended play environment using unique resources that encourage engineering skills, problem-solving, imagination and, of course, quality family fun! Designed for age 0 - 99! Free with admission,...
Michael Rosen - The Big Dreaming and Other Stories
4th May 2024
Venue: Crowne Plaza Hotel
Website: www.stratfordliteraryfestival.co.uk
Join this event with the beloved British children’s author, poet, presenter, broadcaster and activist, as he delights you with the magic and humour of some of his most popular picture books including...
Family Sundays
5th May-23rd June 2024
Venue: Warwick Arts Centre
Website: www.warwickartscentre.co.uk
Every Sunday, drop-in for creative workshops led by featured artists-in-residence. Working across visual arts, dance, drama, spoken word and music, you are invited to spend time together as a family making,...
Neill Cameron - Mega Robo Bros
5th May 2024
Venue: Crowne Plaza Hotel
Website: www.stratfordliteraryfestival.co.uk
A brilliant interactive workshop with Neill, Phoenix comic supremo and creator of the graphic novel series Mega Robo Bros. Neill will show you how to generate awesome ideas for your own comics and how...
The Brothers McLeod - Comic Making Workshop
5th May 2024
Venue: Crowne Plaza Hotel
Website: www.stratfordliteraryfestival.co.uk
Meet the BAFTA-award-winning brothers, Myles and Greg, as they introduce you to the wonderful world of Knight Sir Louis. This fun, interactive event is the perfect opportunity for any comic book fans to...
Spot's Birthday Party
31st May-1st June 2024
Venue: Belgrade Theatre
Website: www.belgrade.co.uk
Based on the beloved Eric Hill classic Happy Birthday Spot, this brand-new adaptation brings your favourite pup and his friends to life in an interactive and accessible show suitable for ages 2 plus and...
Cannon Hill Junior Parkrun
Venue: Cannon Hill Park
Website: www.parkrun.org.uk/cannonhill-juniors
A free, fun, and friendly weekly 2k event for juniors (4 to 14 year olds) held every Sunday at 9am. Free to join but register before you first go along. The aim is to have fun. Go along and join in whatever...
Coventry Cathedral Tower Climb
Venue: Coventry Cathedral
Website: www.visitbirmingham.com
Climb the Cathedral Tower for the best view in Coventry! (Children are permitted to climb at their carer's discretion but is not recommend for younger children due to the amount of steps and the nature...
Curious about Birmingham
Venue: Various locations in Birmingham
Website: www.curiousabout.co.uk
Explore Birmingham city centre with two self-guided heritage walks with a treasure hunt theme. Discover Birmingham's "hidden treasures" whilst having a fun day out with family and friends!
Demon Dentist
Venue: The Alexandra Theatre
Website: www.birminghamstage.com
Join Alfie and Gabz on this fabulous adventure, as they investigate the strange events happening in their home town! Children are leaving their teeth for the tooth fairy and waking up to find odd things...
Mini Foresters
Venue: The Heart of England Forest
Website: www.heartofenglandforest.org/families-and-young-people
Monthly club for children aged 4-11 and their families. Every session has a different focus to help families build their knowledge. Children of all ages attend with their mums, dads and grandparents and...
Visit the Play Village
Venue: Visit the Play Village
Website: www.childrensplayvillage.co.uk
The Children's Play Village is for any child of any age that loves to play. The role play areas have been designed to appeal to children age 3 and upwards with a warm, magical and stimulating environment...
Walks at Baddesley
Venue: Baddesley Clinton
Website: www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/warwickshire/baddesley-clinton
There's nothing quite like fresh air, exercise and family time. The magic of the moat, the stories and the freedom of the surrounding countryside means there's something for everyone at Baddesley.