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 Leicestershire & Rutland
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May The Toys Be With You
25th April-6th September 2026
Venue: Leicester Museum and Art Gallery
From the Millennium Falcon to The Mandalorian, this amazing free-to-visit exhibition is a family-friendly journey through five decades of toy design. From Palitoy’s vintage era action figures through...
Ashby Arts Festival
30th May-3rd July 2026
Venue: Various venues
Ashby Arts Festival is shaping up to be a vibrant, town wide celebration of creativity, with outdoor art, live performances, handson workshops, film nights, and community events running throughout May...
Baby Sensory Classes
10th June-28th July 2026
Venue: Exton Village Hall, Oakham Road
Address: Rutland
Baby Sensory is the UK’s original parent and baby development programme and has been supporting families for more than two decades. Designed by expert Dr Lin Day, the classes provides carefully planned...
Galactic Gathering - Festival of the Force
4th-5th July 2026
Venue: National Space Centre
Head to a galaxy not so far, far away for a weekend of intergalactic fun for all the family.Meet iconic Star Wars characters in person, step into the universe with real props and sets, try lightsaber training,...
Railway Day, Teddy Bears and Meccano
4th July 2026
Venue: Abbey Pumping Station
Visit Abbey Pumping Station for a fun filled day and enjoy a ride on the "Leonard" the Steam Locomotive. Take your teddy along for the ride and be inspired by a huge collection of Meccano with modellers...
Summer skills for life
Turn everyday adventures into valuable life lessons during the school holidays.
Competition time
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Make the most of summer
Unplug this summer with fun challenges, outdoor adventures and creative activities.
A roarsome family fun awaits!
Get ready for a prehistoric adventure as Leicester Dino Fest takes over Leicester city centre on 25th and 26th July.