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!
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Elmer Story Time and activities
27th-27th May 2027
Time: 10:30-15:00
Venue: Spalding Library
Address: Victoria Street, Spalding, Lincs, PE11 1EA
Website: https://www.better.org.uk/library/lincolnshire/spalding-library/whats-on
We're continuing our Elmer celebrations with a special story time followed by crafts and activities. This is a free drop in event.
Animals of War Spring Trail
3rd April-4th May 2026
Time: during opening times - 9.30am to 5.00pm
Venue: International Bomber Command Centre
Address: Canwick Avenue, Lincoln, LN4 2HQ
Website: internationalbcc.co.uk
Our Animals of War trail invites you to discover the remarkable creatures - big and samll - that supported Bomber Command and life on wartime airfields this Easter. From messenger pigeons and squadron...
Monsters, Monks and Manuscripts!
3rd-19th April 2026
Time: 10.00 - 17:00
Venue: Lincoln Castle
Address: Castle Hill, Lincoln LN1 3AA
Website: www.lincolncastle.com
Meet a medieval monk in the Victorian Prison, hear stories inspired by Chronica Majora and design your own medieval monster. Visit the website for more information and ticket prices.
Easter Egg Treasure Hunt
4th-20th April 2026
Time: 9:00-16:00
Venue: Lincoln Central Library
Address: Free School Lane, Lincoln, LN2 1EZ
Website: https://www.better.org.uk/library/lincolnshire/lincoln-central-library
Find out hidden easter Eggs in the children’s library for a chance to win a small prize!
Children's Easter Activity Drop in
10th-10th April 2026
Time: 10.00am-12.00pm
Venue: Gainsborough Library
Address: Gainsborough Library, Cobden Street, Gainsborough Lincs, DN21 2NB
Website: https://www.better.org.uk/library/lincolnshire/gainsborough-library
Let your creativity bloom as you design and make your own colourful paper flower crown. Perfect for springtime crafting and suitable for all ages. No need to book, just drop in and enjoy the craft activities.
Guide Dogs
10th-10th April 2026
Time: 10am-1pm
Venue: Spalding Library
Address: Victoria Street, Spalding, PE11 1EA
Website: https://www.better.org.uk/library/lincolnshire/spalding-library
Guide Dogs will be having a fundraising stall and you can meet the beautiful working dogs and the people they support.
Spring Craft
10th-10th April 2026
Time: 2:00pm to 3.30pm
Venue: Grantham Library
Address: Isaac Newton Centre, Grantham NG31 6EE
Website: Grantham Library | Lincolnshire Libraries | Better
Join us for a creative spring craft activity, no booking required and its free. Perfect for ages 5-11
Get Crafty this Spring!
11th-11th April 2026
Time: 10am-12noon
Venue: Spalding Library
Address: Victoria Street, Spalding, PE11 1EA
Website: https://www.better.org.uk/library/lincolnshire/spalding-library
We're making funky Spring headbands today. They're free to do with no booking required.
Lego Play Club - Saturday
11th-11th April 2026
Time: 1.00pm to 3.30pm
Venue: Grantham Library
Address: Isaac Newton Centre, Grantham NG31 6EE
Website: Grantham Library | Lincolnshire Libraries | Better
Love to Build with Lego? Come and let your imagination run riot at our Lego Play and see what you can build!
Lego Play Club - Saturday
11th-11th April 2026
Time: 1.00pm to 3.30pm
Venue: Grantham Library
Address: Isaac Newton Centre, Grantham NG31 6EE
Website: Grantham Library | Lincolnshire Libraries | Better
Love to Build with Lego? Come and let your imagination run riot at our Lego Play and see what you can build!
Storytime
11th-11th April 2026
Time: 11am
Venue: The Little Owls Bookshop
Address: 9 South St, Caistor LN7 6UB
Join us for a fun filled weekly session for the under 5's and their families, listening to stories and rhyme.
Easter Holiday Lego Play
13th-13th April 2026
Time: 10am-4pm
Venue: Spalding Library
Address: Victoria Street, Spalding, PE11 1EA
Website: https://www.better.org.uk/library/lincolnshire/spalding-library
Let your imagination run riot and see what you can build with our bricks!
Gelliprinting for Families
13th-13th April 2026
Time: 13.00 - 15.00
Venue: The Usher Galler
Address: Lindum Rd, Lincoln LN2 1NN
Website: www.ushergallery.com
Learn how to use charcoal and paint on gelliplates to create your own Pop Art style artwork with Rebecca Leivers. Booking essential.
Holiday Spring Crafts- Snails
14th-14th April 2026
Time: 10:00-16:00
Venue: Lincoln Central Library
Address: Free School Lane, Lincoln, LN2 1EZ
Website: https://www.better.org.uk/library/lincolnshire/lincoln-central-library
Make cute and colourful snail creations.
Spring Into History at the Museum of Lincolnshire Life
14th-14th April 2026
Time: 10.00 - 16.00 (last admission 14.45)
Venue: Museum of Lincolnshire Life
Address: Burton Rd, Lincoln LN1 3LY
Website: https://www.lincolnshire.gov.uk/history-heritage/museum-lincolnshire-life
Have a bloomin' marvellous time with paper crafts, springtime games and trail-tastic adventurers! £4.00 per child.
Story Time
14th-14th April 2026
Time: 10:30am-11am
Venue: Spalding Library
Address: Victoria Street, Spalding, PE11 1EA
Website: https://www.better.org.uk/library/lincolnshire/spalding-library
Join us for our weekly preschooler Story Time with some fun stories - older children are welcome too.
Children's Easter Activity Drop in
15th-15th April 2026
Time: 10.00am-12.00pm
Venue: Gainsborough Library
Address: Gainsborough Library, Cobden Street, Gainsborough Lincs, DN21 2NB
Website: https://www.better.org.uk/library/lincolnshire/gainsborough-library
Create your own colourful springtime wand inspired by bees or ladybirds. A simple, cheerful craft activity perfect for little hands and big imaginations! No need to book, just drop in and join the fun!
Dream catchers Arbouretum
15th-15th April 2026
Time: 10:00
Venue: 0.4583333333333333
Address: Lincoln Arboretum, Monks Road, Lincoln, LN2 5HU
Website: https://www.lincoln.gov.uk/hartsholme-country-park/hartsholme-country-park-events-1
Try your hand at making your very own Dream Catcher. Let this little piece of Native American folklore trap all your bad dreams and let the good ones through! £4.50 booking is essential.Meet at the Bandstand...
Easter Bunny Craft
15th-15th April 2026
Time: 10am-12.00
Venue: Boston Library
Address: County Hall, Bank Street, Boston PE21 6DY
Make your very own Easter Bunny ears!
Easter Holiday Lego Play
15th-15th April 2026
Time: 10am-4pm
Venue: Spalding Library
Address: Victoria Street, Spalding, PE11 1EA
Website: https://www.better.org.uk/library/lincolnshire/spalding-library
Let your imagination run riot and see what you can build with our bricks!
Hapa Zome & Seed Bombs Hartsholme
15th-15th April 2026
Time: 13:00
Venue: 0.6041666666666666
Address: Hartsholme Country Park, Skellingthorpe Road, Lincoln, LN6 0EY
Website: https://www.lincoln.gov.uk/hartsholme-country-park/hartsholme-country-park-events-1
Make your very own seed bombs and piece of art work! Make your own Catapult, then get creative using flowers and leaves, using the traditional Japanese technique Hapa Zome £4.50 booking essential meet...
Special Dungeons & Dragons Easter Edition
15th-15th April 2026
Time: 14:00-16:00
Venue: Lincoln Central Library
Address: Free School Lane, Lincoln, LN2 1EZ
Website: https://www.better.org.uk/library/lincolnshire/lincoln-central-library
It's Spring Festival time in Greenmeadow, the festivities are in full swing and Barnaby, the Bard has taken the stage... with a swarm of crazy rabbits and exploding eggs. Up to the challenge and fancy...
Spring Craft
15th-15th April 2026
Time: 2:00pm to 3.30pm
Venue: Grantham Library
Address: Isaac Newton Centre, Grantham NG31 6EE
Website: Grantham Library | Lincolnshire Libraries | Better
Join us for a creative spring craft activity, no booking required and its free. Perfect for ages 5-11
Bottle Rockets Hartsholme
16th-16th April 2026
Time: 13:00
Venue: 0.6041666666666666
Address: Hartsholme Country Park, Skellingthorpe Road, Lincoln, LN6 0EY
Website: https://www.lincoln.gov.uk/hartsholme-country-park/hartsholme-country-park-events-1
Discover the joys of flight by making your own Bottle Rocket, a high speed departure and a good soaking if you are too close!! £4.50 booking is essential. Meet at 1pm at the visitor centre . For further...
Get Crafty this Spring!
16th-16th April 2026
Time: 10am-2pm
Venue: Spalding Library
Address: Victoria Street, Spalding, PE11 1EA
Website: https://www.better.org.uk/library/lincolnshire/spalding-library
Today we're making super spinners and cool kites. They're free to make and you don't need to book.
Holiday Spring Crafts-Chicks in nests
16th-16th April 2026
Time: 10:00-13:00
Venue: Lincoln Central Library
Address: Free School Lane, Lincoln, LN2 1EZ
Website: https://www.better.org.uk/library/lincolnshire/lincoln-central-library
Craft adorable chicks snuggled in their own nests.
Lanterns Boultham
16th-16th April 2026
Time: 10:00
Venue: 0.4583333333333333
Address: Boultham Park, Rookery Lane, Lincoln, LN6 7PH
Website: https://www.lincoln.gov.uk/hartsholme-country-park/hartsholme-country-park-events-1
Construct your very own willow and paper lantern to light up the night sky! £4.50 booking is essential.Meet at 10.00am at the Old Bowls Pavillion Boultham Park For further details call 01522 873735 or...
Storytime
16th-16th April 2026
Time: 11am
Venue: The Little Owls Bookshop
Address: 9 South St, Caistor LN7 6UB
Join us for stories, rhyme and song at our weekly storytime session for 2-10yrs and their families.
Children's Easter Activity Drop in
17th-17th April 2026
Time: 10.00am-12.00pm
Venue: Gainsborough Library
Address: Gainsborough Library, Cobden Street, Gainsborough Lincs, DN21 2NB
Website: https://www.better.org.uk/library/lincolnshire/gainsborough-library
Create bright and colourful bug‑themed art pictures using different colour sand. A playful, hands‑on activity perfect for little creatives who love creepy‑crawlies.
Easter Holiday Lego Play
17th-17th April 2026
Time: 10am-4pm
Venue: Spalding Library
Address: Victoria Street, Spalding, PE11 1EA
Website: https://www.better.org.uk/library/lincolnshire/spalding-library
Let your imagination run riot and see what you can build with our bricks!
Lego dot printing drop in
17th-17th April 2026
Time: 14:00 - 16:00
Venue: The Usher Gallery
Address: Lindum Rd, Lincoln LN2 1NN
Website: www.ushergallery.com
Build a Lego dot printing plate and create a print to take home! Free to attend, no need to book.
Stop motion for Beginners
17th-17th April 2026
Time: 10.00 - 13.00
Venue: The Usher Gallery
Address: Lindum Rd, Lincoln LN2 1NN
Website: www.ushergallery.com
Create a plasticine model and learn to animate your character with Artist Poppy Brown. Booking essential.
Get Crafty this Spring!
18th-18th April 2026
Time: 10am-12noon
Venue: Spalding Library
Address: Victoria Street, Spalding, PE11 1EA
Website: https://www.better.org.uk/library/lincolnshire/spalding-library
Missed one of our earlier craft events? There's chance to make them again with our crafty catch up.
Lego Play Club - Saturday
18th-18th April 2026
Time: 1.00pm to 3.30pm
Venue: Grantham Library
Address: Isaac Newton Centre, Grantham NG31 6EE
Website: Grantham Library | Lincolnshire Libraries | Better
Love to Build with Lego? Come and let your imagination run riot at our Lego Play and see what you can build!
Lino Printing for Families
18th-18th April 2026
Time: 13:00 - 15:00
Venue: The Usher Gallery
Address: Lindum Rd, Lincoln LN2 1NN
Website: www.ushergallery.com
Learn how to cut and print Lino to creat your own Pop Art style artwork with artist Rebecca Leivers. Booking essential.
Spring Fun Morning
18th-18th April 2026
Time: 10:00-2:00
Venue: Lincoln Central Library
Address: Free School Lane, Lincoln, LN2 1EZ
Website: https://www.better.org.uk/library/lincolnshire/lincoln-central-library
Celebrate the season with a morning full of fun, games, and creativity—all while supporting a fantastic cause, Lincs & Notts Air Ambulance! Celebrate the season with a morning full of fun, games, and...
Earth Day Activities
22nd-22nd April 2026
Time: 4pm
Venue: The Little Owls Bookshop
Address: 9 South St, Caistor LN7 6UB
Introducing our Bookish Craft Club! Join us on Wednesday 22 April to celebrate Earth Day with creative book art made from pre-loved pages. A relaxed after-school session of crafting, chatting, and giving...
Storytime
23rd-23rd April 2026
Time: 11am
Venue: The Little Owls Bookshop
Address: 9 South St, Caistor LN7 6UB
Join us for a special St. Georges Day session for the under 5's and their families, listening to stories and crafts.
World Book Night
23rd-23rd April 2026
Time: 4pm
Venue: The Little Owls Bookshop
Address: 9 South St, Caistor LN7 6UB
Join us for a fun filled weekly session for KS1 children and their families some bedtime stories. PJ's Optional
Harry Potter Book Night
25th-25th April 2026
Time: 3pm
Venue: The Little Owls Bookshop
Address: 9 South St, Caistor LN7 6UB
Join us for a magical evening at our bookshop! Celebrate Harry Potter Book Night with trivia, crafts, and a journey into the Wizarding World. Don your house colors and join us on 2 May 2026 at 3pm. All...
Lego Play Club - Saturday
25th-25th April 2026
Time: 1.00pm to 3.30pm
Venue: Grantham Library
Address: Isaac Newton Centre, Grantham NG31 6EE
Website: Grantham Library | Lincolnshire Libraries | Better
Love to Build with Lego? Come and let your imagination run riot at our Lego Play and see what you can build!
Storytime
25th-25th April 2026
Time: 11am
Venue: The Little Owls Bookshop
Address: 9 South St, Caistor LN7 6UB
Join us for stories, rhyme and song at our weekly storytime session for 2-10yrs and their families.
Storytime
25th-25th April 2026
Time: 11am
Venue: The Little Owls Bookshop
Address: 9 South St, Caistor LN7 6UB
Join us for stories, rhyme and song at our weekly storytime session for 2-10yrs and their families.
Storytime
30th-16th April 2026
Time: 11am
Venue: The Little Owls Bookshop
Address: 9 South St, Caistor LN7 6UB
Join us for stories, rhyme and song at our weekly storytime session for 2-10yrs and their families.
Lego Play Club - Saturday
2nd-2nd May 2026
Time: 1.00pm to 3.30pm
Venue: Grantham Library
Address: Isaac Newton Centre, Grantham NG31 6EE
Website: Grantham Library | Lincolnshire Libraries | Better
Love to Build with Lego? Come and let your imagination run riot at our Lego Play and see what you can build!
Lincoln's Festival of History - at the IBCC
2nd-4th May 2026
Time: 10.00am to 4.00pm
Venue: International Bomber Command Centre
Address: Canwick Avenue, Lincoln, LN4 2HQ
Website: internationalbcc.co.uk
Join the International Bomber Command Centre as we celebrate Lincolnshire's proud aviation heritage! As part of Lincoln's Festival of History, familes can enjoy Free outdoor activities and hands-on challenges...
Star Wars Day
2nd-2nd May 2026
Time: 0am-12noon
Venue: Spalding Library
Address: Victoria Street, Spalding, PE11 1EA
Website: https://www.better.org.uk/library/lincolnshire/spalding-library
May 4th be with you (or near enough)! Bring our your inner Jedi with our Star Wars themed crafts, games and activities.
Lego Play Club - Saturday
9th-9th May 2026
Time: 1.00pm to 3.30pm
Venue: Grantham Library
Address: Isaac Newton Centre, Grantham NG31 6EE
Website: Grantham Library | Lincolnshire Libraries | Better
Love to Build with Lego? Come and let your imagination run riot at our Lego Play and see what you can build!
Lego Play Club - Saturday
16th-16th May 2026
Time: 1.00pm to 3.30pm
Venue: Grantham Library
Address: Isaac Newton Centre, Grantham NG31 6EE
Website: Grantham Library | Lincolnshire Libraries | Better
Love to Build with Lego? Come and let your imagination run riot at our Lego Play and see what you can build!
Crafty Saturdays
-6th December 2025
Time: 10:00
Venue: Lincoln Central Library,
Address: Free School Lane, Lincoln, LN2 1EZ
Website: https://www.better.org.uk/library/lincolnshire/lincoln-central-library
A weekly craft for children of all ages.
Lego Club
Time: 4.00 - 5.00pm
Venue: Horncastle Library
Address: Wharf Road, Horncastle, LN9 5HL
Website: https://www.better.org.uk/library/lincolnshire/horncastle-library
SATURDAY Love Lego? Join us for Lego Club, design amaing creations with weekly themes and show off your creative side. Free to join! Suitable for ages 5+
Lego Club
Time: 10.00-11.30
Venue: Gainsborough Library
Address: Gainsborough Library, Cobden Street, Gainsborough Lincs, DN21 2NB
Website: https://www.better.org.uk/library/lincolnshire/gainsborough-library
A place for children to use their imagination and build their own world using LEGO.
Lego Coding Club
Time: 16:00
Address: Lincoln Central Library, Free School Lane, Lincoln, LN2 1EZ
Website: https://www.better.org.uk/library/lincolnshire/lincoln-central-library
Build stories from your imagination and then bring them to life by learning to code with LEGO!
Messy Morning
Time: 10:30
Venue: Lincoln Central Library
Address: Lincoln Central Library, Free School Lane, Lincoln, LN2 1EZ
Website: https://www.better.org.uk/library/lincolnshire/lincoln-central-library
Enjoy the creativity of messy play with your child without the mess in your home! For babies, toddlers and pre-schoolers.
Playdough Playdate
Time: 10.00 - 11.00am
Venue: Horncastle Library
Address: Wharf Road, Horncastle, LN9 5HL
Website: https://www.better.org.uk/library/lincolnshire/horncastle-library
MONDAYS Come for a fun-filled creative playdate with playdough! Suitable for age 2-5 year olds
Rhyme and StoryTime
Time: 10:30
Venue: Lincoln Central Library,
Address: Lincoln Central Library, Free School Lane, Lincoln, LN2 1EZ
Website: https://www.better.org.uk/library/lincolnshire/lincoln-central-library
Join us for Rhyme Time, sing songs, recite rhymes & create crafts. For babies, toddlers and pre-schoolers.
Rhyme Time
Time: 11.15-11.45
Venue: Gainsborough Library
Address: Gainsborough Library, Cobden Street, Gainsborough Lincs, DN21 2NB
Website: https://www.better.org.uk/library/lincolnshire/gainsborough-library
Join us for Rhyme Time, sing songs, recite rhymes . For babies, toddlers and pre-schooler.
Sensory Play
Time: 10:30
Address: Lincoln Central Library, Free School Lane, Lincoln, LN2 1EZ
Website: https://www.better.org.uk/library/lincolnshire/lincoln-central-library
Come and join our sensory play session for babies and pre-walkers.
Story & Rhyme Time
Time: 10.30 - 11.00am
Venue: Horncastle Library
Address: Wharf Road, Horncastle, LN9 5HL
Website: https://www.better.org.uk/library/lincolnshire/horncastle-library
MONDAYS A fun-filled session for pre-school children, listening to stories & singing rhymes