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 Lincolnshire
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Local Listings
Elmer Story Time and activities
27th May 2027
Time: 10:30-15:00
Venue: Spalding Library
Address: Victoria Street, Spalding, Lincs, PE11 1EA
We're continuing our Elmer celebrations with a special story time followed by crafts and activities. This is a free drop in event.
Summer Reading Challenge
5th July-6th September 2025
Time: Various
Venue: Various
Address: Lincoln Central Library, Free School Lane, Lincoln, LN2 1EZ
Dive into a magical world where stories grow with the Story Garden Summer Reading Challenge! This year’s Challenge runs from 5th July to 6th September and invites children to discover reading, meet...
The Pigeon Trail Returns!
19th July-7th September 2025
Time: 09:30 - 16:00
Venue: IBCC
Address: Canwick Avenue, Lincoln, LN4 2HQ
Eight Pigon Heroes are ready for their next operations and are hidden around the IBCC grounds again. Are you ready for your next operation to find the pigeons and the important messages they carry? FREE...
Ally Pally Arts
8th August 2025
Time: 10.00-12.00
Venue: Gainsborough Library
Address: Gainsborough Library, Cobden Street, Gainsborough Lincs, DN21 2NB
Create a Story Explorer Nature Journal
Imagination Gaming Summer Holiday Health Activities
8th August 2025
Time: 10:00
Venue: 0.5833333333333334
Address: Lincoln Central Library, Free School Lane, Lincoln, LN2 1EZ
Have oodles of fun, learning and playing some of the smartest, fast moving and amusing board games across the world! A healthy lunch will be provided during the sessions. Free spaces available for all...
Plan the perfect party in 2025
Primary Times puts together its top 10 children’s party themes to help parents with planning ahead.
The Summer Reading Challenge is back
This year’s theme is Story Garden: Adventures in Nature and the Great Outdoors!
Join the Big Butterfly Count
Learn about the wildlife on your doorstep and inspire a love of nature in curious young minds.
Get active together!
Explore fun ways to keep fit this summer and the exciting ‘Mo’s Mission’ initiative.