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 Buckinghamshire & Milton Keynes
Latest Magazine
Buckinghamshire & Milton Keynes Back to School 2026 edition OUT NOW! Stay up to date and follow us on Facebook for the latest updates, reminders, competitions and family activities as they're announced.
Local Listings
The Jolly Postman
14th February-1st January 2027
Venue: The Postal Museum
Step inside the story in an immersive exhibition celebrating 40 years of the much-loved children’s book by Janet and Allan Ahlberg. Meet the Jolly Postman – off on his rounds with letters for some...
The Saxons
28th March-1st November 2026
Venue: Discover Bucks Museum
Step back into an age of warriors, treasures, and village life. Meet the Saxons through engaging films, sounds, and immersive experiences. Hands-on interactives and digital storytelling bring history vividly...
Brickworks
18th July-1st November 2026
Venue: Banbury Museum and Gallery
Get imaginative with brick building stations, dive into thousands of LEGO® bricks and discover incredible models created by local LEGO® enthusiasts. From freestyle building and creative experiments to...
Fantastic Foxy Summer
21st July-2nd September 2027
Venue: Roald Dahl Museum
Families can enjoy clay feasts, junk-model excavators, daily storytelling, and an Animation Day inspired by an original Wes Anderson set on display. The programme also includes guided walks and an outdoor...
Dinosaurs are Forever
10th August-1st November 2026
Venue: Blenheim Palace
A major new exhibition by artist Jay Jay Burridge, created in partnership with the Museum of Natural History, University of Oxford. At the heart of the exhibition are five monumental sculptures of Megalosaurus,...
Small changes, smoother starts
Simple ways to refresh routines, support wellbeing and help children feel ready for school.
Competition time
Our latest competitions are here — browse our listings and get your entries in before it’s too late!
Learning without limits
Discover how children learn differently and simple ways to build confidence and curiosity at home.
Take on a family challenge
Get the family moving and support GOSH Charity, in Hyde Park or from home.