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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Journeys: Global Textiles from the Karun Thakar Collection at Blickling Estate
22nd May-1st November 2026
Venue: Blickling Estate
Website: www.nationaltrust.org.uk
Take a trip around the world as you discover some of Blickling's amazing global stories alongside textiles form around the world.
Cromer Pier Show 2026
27th June-19th September 2026
Venue: Cromer Pier
Website: www.cromerpier.co.uk
Variety show
Summer Circus and Water Spectacular
8th July-13th September 2026
Venue: Great Yarmouth Hippodrome
Website: www.hippodromecircus.com
Show featuring motorbike globestunt riders, daredevils, aerial stars, jugglers and the world famous water spectacular
Summer Holidays at Time and Tide
20th July-13th September 2026
Venue: Time and tide Museum of Great Yarmouth Life
Website: www.museums.norfolk.gov.uk
Pirate themed self-led fun in the galleries
Camp Holkham
31st July-7th September 2026
Venue: Holkham
Website: www.holkham.co.uk
Facilities for caravans, campervans, motorhome or tents
Matilda the Musical
6th August-6th September 2026
Venue: Norwich Theatre Royal
Website: www.norwichtheatre.org
Hugely popular stage musical inspied by Roald Dahl's beloved book. Access perfromances available on selected dates
North Norfolk Food and Drink Festival
5th-6th September 2026
Venue: HOlkham
Website: www.holkham.co.uk
Local food and drink producers
Raveningham Country Fair
5th-5th September 2026
Venue: Location TBC
Website: www.raveninghamfair.co.uk
Volunteer run event bringing together traditional and non-traditional exhibits, local fayre, great music and atmosphere
Strumpshaw Trosh
5th-6th September 2026
Venue: Strumpshaw Steam Museum
Website: www.strumpshawsteammuseum.co.uk
Steam engines, stationary engines, tractors, classic cars, working demonstrations, trade stands, indoor stands, indoor craft stalls, ring events
Classic Car Show
6th-6th September 2026
Venue: Wroxham Barns
Website: www.wroxhambarns.co.uk
Variety of classic cars
September Makers Market
6th-6th September 2026
Venue: Wroxham Barns
Website: www.wroxhambarns.co.uk
Day of creativity, craftsmanship and community
Top Secret - The Magic of Science
6th-6th September 2026
Venue: Gorleston Pavilion
Website: www.gorlestonpavilion.co.uk
Non-stop action packed interactive magical science show with experiments and magic
Step into the Seahorse Hotel
7th-7th September 2026
Venue: Great Yarmouth Sealife Centre
Website: www.visitsealife.com/great-yarmouth
Learn more about seahorses and other animals with an interactive trail, design your own seahorse, photo opportunities and get a reward for completing the trail
Brancaster Staithe Sea Shanty Festival
11th-13th September 2026
Venue: Various locations
Website: www.brancasterstaithe-shantyfest.co.uk
Weekend of music, community and coastal charm raising funds for local charities
Heritage Open Days
11th-20th September 2026
Venue: Various locations
Website: www.heritageopendays.org.uk
England's largest festival of history and culture with free access to historic sites and cultural events - see the website for full list of locations as it is announced
Heritage Open Days: Votes for Women
12th-12th September 2026
Venue: Ancient House Museum of Thetford Life
Website: www.museums.norfolk.gov.uk
discover the story of Campaigning Duleep Singh Princesses. Learn about the suffragist and suffragettes, see a real suffrage medal and more - explor ethe new displays and make a suffrage badge to take...
Sandringham Game and Country Fair
12th-13th September 2026
Venue: Sandringham Estate
Website: www.livingheritagecountryshows.com
Arena events, World of Dogs, family entertainment, country sports, food, music, craft village, shopping and more
Sponsored Bike Ride or Walk
12th-12th September 2026
Time: 9am - 5pm
Venue: The Norfolk Churches Trust Ltd, Wood Farm, Foxley Road, Themelthorpe
Website: www.norfolkchurchestrust.org.uk
Taking place all over Norfolk - a fun day out for all the family
Wildlife Watch - Brilliant Bats
12th-12th September 2026
Venue: Hickling Broad and Marshes
Website: www.norfolkwildlifetrust.org.uk
Evening children's event for a walk around the nature reserve to discover the bats
Heritage Open Day - Gressenhall Farm and Workhouse
13th-13th September 2026
Venue: Gressenhall Farm and Workhouse
Website: www.museums.norfolk.gov.uk
See the website for details
Heritage Open Day at Lynn Museum
13th-13th September 2026
Venue: Lynn Museum
Website: www.museums.norfolk.gov.uk
Free admission to celebrate Heritage Open Day - free trail available
Wild Sky Weekend
25th-27th September 2026
Venue: Kelling Heath
Website: www.kellinghheath.co.uk
Special event celebrating the untamed beauty of the skies above, from cloud-watching by day to stargazing by night
Autumn Afternoon Tea
7th-18th October 2026
Venue: Assembly House Norwich
Website: www.assemblyhousenorwich.co.uk
See the website for details