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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‘We’re Going on a Bear Hunt’ at Newark Park
4th September-15th November 2026
Venue: Newark Park
Website: www.nationaltrust.org.uk
Get ready to swish, splash and squelch your way through this new sensory trail as 'We’re Going on a Bear Hunt' comes to Newark Park this autumn. You can’t go over it. You can’t go under it. You’ve...
Brambly Hedge at Hidcote
28th September-22nd November 2026
Venue: Hidcote
Website: www.nationaltrust.org.uk
From September 2026, the garden will be transformed into a charming storybook landscape inspired by Jill Barklem’s beloved tales. Follow Primrose the mouse on an adventure through the gardens as she...
Cheltenham Junior Parkrun
28th September-22nd November 2026
Venue: The Park, Cheltenham
Website: www.parkrun.org.uk/cheltenham-juniors
A free, fun, and friendly weekly 2k event for juniors (4 to 14 year olds) held every Sunday at 9am. Free but register before you first go along. The aim is to have fun so go along and join in whatever...
Cotswold Education
28th September-22nd November 2026
Venue: 200 Reservoir Road, Gloucester
Website: www.cotswoldeducation.co.uk
Cotswold Education offer individual consultations, signpost to resources and help you with applying for grammar school and completing appeals if the results weren't what you hoped. They also run online...
Discover, Play and Unwind at Batsford Arboretum
28th September-22nd November 2026
Venue: Batsford Arboretum
Website: www.batsarb.co.uk
Explore 60 acres of beautiful trees and gardens, let little ones enjoy the play area, and discover something new in every season. Dogs are welcome throughout Batsford on a short fixed lead.
FlyUp 417 Bike Park
28th September-22nd November 2026
Venue: Crickley Hill Farm
Website: www.417bikepark.co.uk
FlyUp 417 Bike Park is a riders' playground - with downhill trails for beginners to pro riders, an indoor pump track and a dirt jump field, there's no better place to tire your bike-loving kids and teens...
Forest Fit with EB-W Fitness
28th September-22nd November 2026
Venue: Beechenhurst
Website: www.forestryengland.uk/forest-event/events-beechenhurst/forest-fit-eb-w-fitness
Exercise in the fresh air, in the beautiful surroundings of the forest. Mums are welcomed and encouraged to bring their babies/toddlers along to class. It’s a welcoming and inclusive environment where...
Gruffalo Orienteering
28th September-22nd November 2026
Venue: Mallards Pike
Website: www.forestryengland.uk/mallards-pike
Head off the beaten track with a fun, navigational challenge at Mallards Pike. Use a Gruffalo-themed orienteering map to find twelve markers hidden in the deep, dark wood. Pick up a Gruffalo orienteering...
Kids Laser Tag Parties
28th September-22nd November 2026
Venue: BattleSports Glos
Address: Elton Farm Leisure, Littledean Road
Website: www.battlesportsglos.com/kids-laser-tag
BattleSports Glos specialise in birthday parties, large group bookings, sports teams and school trips. Once you arrive on site with your group the team of highly trained marshals will do the rest, including...
Quiet Mornings
28th September-22nd November 2026
Venue: Museum of Gloucester
Website: www.museumofgloucester.co.uk
Weekly quiet mornings offer a calmer museum experience, especially suited to visitors who prefer a more relaxed environment. During these sessions sounds are turned down or muted where possible and lights...
Room on the Broom trail
28th September-22nd November 2026
Venue: Beechenhurst
Website: www.forestryengland.uk/beechenhurst/room-on-the-broom
Join Witch and her friends on an adventure at Beechenhurst. This interactive family trail is packed with Room on the Broom themed activities, fascinating forest facts and plenty of fun. Once you’ve finished...
Samurai Martial Arts
28th September-22nd November 2026
Venue: Various venues
Website: www.samurai-martialarts.co.uk
Karate clubs offer introductory free trial karate classes to help you and your family decide whether or not karate is for you. The programmes offer age specific karate classes for children, teens and adults....
Shaun the Sheep Wildlife Mission
28th September-22nd November 2026
Venue: Bristol Zoo Project
Website: www.bristolzoo.org.uk
As part of Aardman’s 50th Anniversary celebrations, join Shaun on a new trail to play, explore and discover. Find real wildlife conservation challenges with Wallace and Gromit, Feathers McGraw, Timmy...
Woodland Ball Run
28th September-22nd November 2026
Venue: Cirencester Park
Website: www.bathurstestate.co.uk/events/woodland-ball-run-cirencester-park/
Tucked amongst the trees, children can guide wooden balls along winding tracks, ramps, and chutes, watching them twist and tumble through the woodland landscape. It’s a wonderful way to spark curiosity,...
Decorative Lantern Workshop
7th November 2026
Venue: Museum of Gloucester
Website: www.museumofgloucester.co.uk
This creative session invites you to design and decorate your own parade ready lantern where Claire will guide you through simple techniques, share inspiration, and help bring your ideas to life - no experience...
Christmas Fair
13th November 2026
Venue: Watermill Theatre
Website: www.watermill.org.uk
The Watermill Christmas Fair is back and packed full of gorgeous crafts, beautiful gifts and festive sparkle. The cafe bar and restaurant will be open with a delicious range of food and drink (including...
Rabbit and Rey and The Lost Things
15th November 2026
Venue: Gloucester Guildhall
Website: www.gloucesterguildhall.co.uk
Ever felt like the world’s playing hide and seek with your stuff? One moment it’s there... the next, poof! Your toy, your glasses, your book, your sock... even your ideas, gone. A joyful adventure...
Imperial Classical Ballet presents Swan Lake
16th November 2026
Venue: Everyman Theatre
Website: www.everymantheatre.org.uk
Swan Lake is a ballet classic, replete with haunting music and exquisite dance. This ballet has captured the imagination of many generations. Its fairy-tale mystery and romance continues to fascinate audiences...
Imperial Classical Ballet presents The Nutcracker
17th November 2026
Venue: Everyman Theatre
Website: www.everymantheatre.org.uk
The premiere of The Nutcracker transformed classical ballet into a fairy-tale and became one of Pyotr I. Tchaikovsky’s most famous compositions, as well as one of the most popular ballets in the world....
Spectacle of Light 2026: Alice’s Amazing Adventures in Wonderland
20th November-30th December 2026
Venue: Sudeley Castle & Gardens
Website: www.sudeleycastle.co.uk
New and exciting for 2026 the theme of Spectacle of Light will be Alice’s Amazing Adventures in Wonderland! Follow the White Rabbit and marvel at the Mad Hatter, chat with the Cheshire Cat and be very...
Pinocchio
25th November-3rd January 2027
Venue: Watermill Theatre
Website: www.watermill.org.uk
Lovingly carved in Gepetto’s workshop, Pinocchio’s parents dream of a bright future for their wooden son. Pinocchio, however, dreams of adventure and sets off on a path of fun and freedom, ready to...
The Wind In The Willows
27th November-2nd January 2027
Venue: Everyman Theatre
Website: www.everymantheatre.org.uk
Join Mole and Ratty, gruff old Badger and magnificent Mr.Toad as they gather to celebrate Christmas. A beautiful festive adaptation of Kenneth Grahame’s much loved classic by award winning theatre company...
Wild Lights at Bristol Zoo Project
27th November-23rd December 2026
Venue: Bristol Zoo Project
Website: www.bristolzoo.org.uk
Follow the trail through towering trees and along winding pathways, uncovering new surprises at every turn. With bright spectacles, interactive elements and plenty of surprises, Wild Lights offers something...
Sleeping Beauty
28th November-2nd January 2027
Venue: The Roses Theatre
Website: www.rosestheatre.org
The fairy-tale you know… with the panto magic you love, as The Roses proudly presents the enchanting tale of Sleeping Beauty! Featuring dazzling costumes, show-stopping songs and laugh-out-loud moments...
The Big Batsford Elf Hunt
28th November-4th January 2027
Venue: Batsford Arboretum
Website: www.batsarb.co.uk
Santa's naughty elves have gone missing at Batsford Arboretum, find them to win a prize! See website for full details.
Wonder Gig (0-10yrs)
28th November 2026
Venue: Gloucester Guildhall
Website: www.gloucesterguildhall.co.uk
Wonder Gigs is a family friendly, live event for music-loving grown-ups and their children. Each themed session includes toe-tapping, acoustic covers of well-known pop, rock and folk tunes from a live,...
Santa's Grotto
5th-20th December 2026
Venue: Batsford Arboretum
Website: www.batsarb.co.uk
Santa is returning to his magical grotto at Batsford this Christmas on the 5th, 6th, 12th, 13th, 19th and 20th December. See website for full details and to book.
The Snowman in Concert
22nd December 2026
Venue: Bristol Beacon
Website: www.bristolbeacon.org
A regular highlight of Christmas in Bristol, the Mozart Symphony Orchestra returns to Bristol Beacon for its annual performance of the timeless classic, The Snowman, for which the film is shown on the...