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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A very warm welcome to the Winter issue; not only the last of the year but of the decade!! Get ready to visit Father Christmas, walk through wonderful light displays and get thoroughly festive. Plan your very own winter wonderlands with our huge selection of listings below!
Local Listings
Everyone Active Swimming Lessons
1st April 2020
Everyone Active’s award-winning swimming lesson programme is delivered by Swim England (previously named ASA) qualified teachers. Lessons start for children as young as 4 months old and are available...
Saturday Art Club
30th November-1st February 2020
Venue: Various Locations
FREE! Every Saturday: Artists and students will devise a different art project for children to try and make in a fun two-hour art club for all the family. From mosaics to murals, painting to collages,...
Aladdin and his Wonderful Lamp
9th January-1st February 2020
Venue: Concordia Theatre
A madcap journey to ancient China to meet Aladdin and the rest of the Twankey Family. Follow Aladdin’s quest to win the heart of the beautiful Princess Balroubadour – first he needs to find wealth...
Gorse Hill City Farm Fundraising Gig
25th January 2020
Venue: The Shed
Sadly Gorse Hill Farm Park has lost it's funding, so are in need of support more than ever to keep the farm open. Help raise funds for the farm park and animals, so that Leicester families and children...
Messy Play
25th January 2020
Venue: Countesthorpe Village Hall
A variety of wet, soft and dry messy play materials. It's a great opportunity for your little one to explore a variety of textures and materials that may not be easily accessible at home!
Party Guide
Looking for a local kids party venue?
Exploring Christmas Around the World
Primary Times takes a festive trip, exploring different Christmas traditions from around the world
Sing! Dance! Act!
Primary Times explores how the performing arts benefits our children, and how parents can get involved at home
Sweet Dreams
Primary Times explores the importance of a good night’s sleep for children and how parents can make bedtime less of a battle
