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 London, North
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Birthday Parties at Avenue
24th August-4th October 2026
Venue: Avenue Conference and Events
Address: 58 Regents Park Road
Planning an event - whether it's a children's birthday party, a grand celebration or an intimate gathering, requires careful planning, attention to detail, and creativity. Avenue offers a versatile venue,...
Children's Activity - Rip's Nature Trail
24th August-31st October 2026
Venue: Forty Hall
This trail is a new activity for children to explore the grounds of Forty Hall Estate. Can you complete all the tasks? Can you solve the riddles? Only one way to find out. Thursday, Friday, Saturday and...
Free Readers
24th August-4th October 2026
Venue: 71–75 Shelton Street, Covent Garden
At Free Readers, your child’s academic success and wellbeing is priority. Free Readers serve children of all year groups, from ages 3 to 11, offering enrichment or extra help in Reading, Maths and English,...
Highbury Fields Junior Parkrun
24th August-4th October 2026
Venue: Highbury Fields
A free, fun, and friendly weekly 2k event for juniors (4 to 14 year olds) held every Sunday at 9am. Free to join but register before you first go along. The aim is to have fun so go along and join in...
Kumon
24th August-4th October 2026
Venue: Various locations
Kumon’s study programmes place great importance on self-learning, encouraging students to discover how to solve problems for themselves. Children are supported as they pursue their own potential. Book...
Small changes, smoother starts
Simple ways to refresh routines, support wellbeing and help children feel ready for school.
Jack and the Beanstalk
Climb into a world of magic and mischief this festive season at Hackney Empire.
Ready, set, race!
Bring the family to Hyde Park on Saturday 10 October for a fun run, entertainment, games and fundraising.
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