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!
What's On in Hereford & Worcester
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Charlie and The Chocolate Factory
16th-19th October 2025
Venue: The Henrician
Website: www.henrician.org/events/charlie-and-the-chocolate-factory/
When Charlie Bucket finds one of the five golden tickets to the Wonka Chocolate Factory, Charlie and the other winners can’t wait to feast on the sweets of their dreams. But beyond the gates, they discover...
Apple Pressing Weekend
18th-19th October 2025
Venue: Croft Castle
Address: near Leominster, Herefordshire
Website: www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/worcestershire-herefordshire/croft-castle-and-parkland/events/
Visit Croft Castle for an apple pressing day as they welcome the beginning of autumn and the harvest season. Pick your own apples in the walled garden, enjoy apple pressing and tasting. Feel the crunch...
Pumpkin Trail and Games
25th October-2nd November 2025
Venue: Ludlow Castle
Address: Ludlow
Website: www.ludlowcastle.com/events/pumpkin-trail-and-games/
Visit Ludlow Castle for the Pumpkin Trail and Games! More details to follow - keep an eye on the website to find out more.
The Dinosaur That Pooped A Rock Show
25th October 2025
Venue: Malvern Theatres
Website: malvern-theatres.co.uk/event/the-dinosaur-that-pooped-a-rock-show/
Adapted from the number one best-selling books by Tom Fletcher and Dougie Poynter, the whole family will have a poopy good time enjoying a brand-new story for the stage. Featuring new songs by Tom and...
Herefordshire’s Family Festival 10th Anniversary
29th-29th October 2025
Website: https://www.courtyard.org.uk/familyfestival/
The Courtyard is excited to share that it will be hosting its 10th anniversary of Herefordshire’s Family Festival. Family Festival was started a decade ago to offer families a fun-filled week with...
Pop Princesses
1st November 2025
Venue: Swan Theatre
Website: worcestertheatres.co.uk/whats-on/pop-princesses
A magical show where beautiful princesses become pop stars! Featuring a soundtrack of top pop hits from artists such as Taylor Swift, Meghan Trainor, Miley Cyrus, Dua Lipa and Lizzo, plus a few of the...
The Gruffalo's Child
5th-6th November 2025
Venue: Swan Theatre
Website: worcestertheatres.co.uk/whats-on/the-gruffalos-child
Follow the Gruffalo’s Child on her adventurous mission in Tall Stories’ enchanting adaptation of the much-loved picture book by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler. Let your imagination run wild with...
The Nutcracker
16th November 2025
Venue: Malvern Theatres
Website: malvern-theatres.co.uk/event/the-nutcracker/
Set to Tchaikovsky’s timeless score, including the iconic Waltz of the Flowers and the Dance of the Sugar Plum Fairy, The Nutcracker continues to captivate audiences of all ages. With snow flurries,...
Sleeping Beauty
28th November-4th January 2026
Venue: Swan Theatre
Website: worcestertheatres.co.uk/whats-on/sleeping-beauty
Visit for a magical (and sometimes wicked) story, and find yourself enchanted by your favourite songs, fantastic dance routines, incredible vocals and non-stop laughter! The Worcester Repertory Company...
Treasure Island
5th-29th December 2025
Venue: The Artrix Theatre
Address: Bromsgrove
Website: bromsgrovepanto.co.uk
Alongside the timeless tale of Treasure Island, there will be hilarious characters, sing-a-long songs, mesmerising sets, spellbinding dances and a sprinkle of panto magic! There is also a relaxed performance...
TREASURE ISLAND - PANTO 2025
5th-29th December 2025
Venue: Artrix Bromsgrove
Website: https://www.artrixbromsgrove.co.uk
X Marks the Spot for Laughter and Fun Ahoy me hearties! We are delighted to announce that this year's Pantomime at Artrix is TREASURE ISLAND! Join Jim Hawkins and his hearty crew as they take...