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 Dorset
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Local Listings
Home Educators Self-led Sessions (all ages)
13th July-13th September 2026
Venue: Studland Bay
Outdoor meet-up with other home educators with a mix of nature themed activities for different ages - all ages are welcome
Big Butterfly Count
18th July-10th August 2026
Venue: Everywhere
UK wide survey to help monitor butterfly populations
Summer of Play
18th July-6th September 2026
Venue: Kingston Lacy
Summer with fun for all ages - see the website for activities
Children's Storytime Party
20th July 2026
Venue: Martins Bar and Restaurant
Interactive story-party event
Family fungi growing lab
22nd July 2026
Venue: Alpha Farm, Wareham
Families can drill and plug their own mushroom logs, make up Oyster mushroom fruiting bags and learn how to grow mushrooms as well as craft spore prints to take home
Water Safety Advice
Advice for when visiting the beach
Children's Parties in Dorset
The best party providers in Dorset
Competitions
Lots of great prizes to be won
Whats on in Dorset
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