Things to do with kids in Leicestershire & Rutland

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Wonders of Nature

14th June-11th October 2025

Venue: Harborough Museum

Reflecting the 2025 Summer Reading Challenge theme “Story Garden”, discover the wonderful and amazing objects from the museum collections which will inspire stories and creativity.

Elmer and Friends: The Colourful World of David McKee

12th July-9th November 2025

Venue: Leicester Museum and Art Gallery

Celebrating over 35 years of Elmer the patchwork elephant and his unforgettable friends, this free family friendly exhibition brings to life McKee’s iconic stories through immersive, multi sensory displays...

Stomp Round Leicester art trail

14th July-21st September 2025

Venue: Leicester city centre, various locations

Stomp Round Leicester is a public sculpture trail that will leave a BIG impression! For 10 weeks, 40 beautifully designed giant Elephant sculptures will stampede through Leicester’s streets to commemorate...

Stomp Round Leicester Art Trail

14th July-21st September 2025

Venue: Leicester city centre, various locations

Stomp Round Leicester is a public sculpture trail that will leave a BIG impression! For 10 weeks, 40 beautifully designed giant Elephant sculptures will stampede through Leicester’s streets to commemorate...

Cabaret Mechanical Marvels

19th July-7th September 2025

Venue: Charnwood Musuem

This exhibition celebrates the fascinating world of automata (mechanical sculpture) and show-cases exhibits from some of the finest contemporary automata makers. Wednesday - Saturday 10am-4pm and Sunday...

Book their sight test today

Book their sight test today

Early checks can spot hidden issues like myopia or lazy eye, and NHS tests are free for all children under 16.

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Boost literacy at home

Boost literacy at home

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Great news for pupils and parents!

Great news for pupils and parents!

Tesco’s Fruit & Veg for Schools programme will be extended another year.

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