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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Kumon Free Registration
1st February-15th March 2026
Venue: Various venues
Website: www.kumon.co.uk
Now is the perfect time for your family to discover the benefits of Kumon at one of the Kumon Study Centres now offering Free Registration to new and returning students from 1 Feb–15th March. Take this...
Cannock Chase Junior Parkrun
2nd February-15th March 2026
Venue: Cannock Chase Forest
Website: www.forestryengland.uk
A 2K run through the forest every Sunday for ages 4-14. Meet at 9am, parents can also run with their children if they like. Volunteers are all given training and they have Marshalls in high viz jackets...
Feel Good Activity Bag at Cannock Forest
2nd February-15th March 2026
Venue: Cannock Chase Forest
Website: www.forestryengland.uk
Connect with nature through sensory exploration and uncover the wellbeing benefits of forest.This activity is ideal for children aged 4-13 years and their parents/guardians. You might find this activity...
Go-Kan-Ryu Karate (GKR)
2nd February-15th March 2026
Venue: Various Venues
Website: www.gkrkarate.com
GKR Karate is taught in a non-contact environment and promotes both character and physical development. GKR is a club for all ages and promotes self-defence, fitness, coordination, discipline, confidence...
Gruffalo Orienteering at Sherwood Pines
2nd February-15th March 2026
Venue: Sherwood Pines
Website: www.forestryengland.uk/sherwood-pines/gruffalo-orienteering-sherwood-pines
Enjoy a fun, navigational challenge at Sherwood Pines by following the easy to read map and finding twelve Gruffalo markers hidden in the deep, dark wood.Before you begin, head to the Visitor Centre to...
Hocus Pocus Soft Play
2nd February-15th March 2026
Venue: 131 Queens Road Beeston
Website: www.hocuspocussoftplay.co.uk
Hocus Pocus boast a huge four tier play frame with a separate toddler area, amazing party packages with themed private party rooms and dedicated hosts, weekly toddler sessions and classes, along with monthly...
Kid's Cinema Club
2nd February-15th March 2026
Venue: Savoy Cinema
Website: www.savoyonline.co.uk
Kid’s club screenings take place on Saturday and Sunday (every day in the school holidays) at 10am. Parents and Children can enjoy a movie at the cinema for the incredible low price of just £3 each....
Mansfield Palace Junior Youth Theatre
2nd February-15th March 2026
Venue: Mansfield Palace Theatre
Website: www.mansfield.gov.uk
Workshops are held during term time at Mansfield Palace Theatre, and each class is carefully designed to suit the age group, ensuring a supportive and age-appropriate environment. Free taster session available!...
Newark Junior Parkrun
2nd February-15th March 2026
Venue: Sconce and Devon Park
Website: www.parkrun.org.uk/newark-juniors
A free, fun, and friendly weekly 2k event for juniors (4 to 14 year olds), every Sunday at 9am. It's free to join but please register before you first go along. The aim is to have fun. Go along and join...
Performing Arts for Home Educated Students
2nd February-15th March 2026
Venue: The Attic Theatre School
Address: 11 Radcliffe Rd (entrance on Pavilion Rd), West Bridgford
Website: www.attictheatreschool.co.uk
A great opportunity for children being home educated to incorporate performing arts lessons into their education, whilst integrating and building friendships with other people their own age. Wednesdays...
Razzamataz Mansfield
2nd February-15th March 2026
Venue: Create Theatre - Vision West Notts College
Website: www.razzamataz.co.uk/school/23/Mansfield
Razzamataz unique curriculum offers classes in dance, singing and acting and covers the commercial elements of street dance, screen acting and pop singing as well as traditional Broadway and West End musical...
Razzle Dazzle Pots
2nd February-15th March 2026
Venue: 852 Woodborough Road
Website: www.razzledazzlepots.co.uk
Razzle Dazzle Pots is the perfect place for children and parents to unleash their creativity. This charming pottery painting studio offers a variety of ceramics to decorate, from mugs and plates to figurines...
Room on the Broom Trail at Hicks Lodge
2nd February-15th March 2026
Venue: Hicks Lodge
Address: Willesley Woodside, Moira Rd
Website: www.forestryengland.uk/hicks-lodge
Forestry England Hicks Lodge invites families to step into a magical forest adventure with the new Room on the Broom Trail. Each stop on the trail is packed with fun activities, fascinating forest facts...
Room on the Broom Trail at Sherwood Pines
2nd February-15th March 2026
Venue: Sherwood Pines
Website: www.forestryengland.uk/sherwood-pines
Each stop on the trail is packed with fun activities, fascinating forest facts and a sprinkling of woodland magic. Accompanied by a £4 trail pack, available to buy at site, collect your own themed lanyard,...
The Attic Theatre School
2nd February-15th March 2026
Venue: 11 Radcliffe Rd (entrance on Pavilion Rd), West Bridgford
Website: www.attictheatreschool.co.uk
Attic Theatre School run mid week classes as well as Saturday classes in acting, musical theatre, Contemporary and choir alongside 1-2-1 singing lessons and acting coaching. Visit the website for more...
The Gruffalo's Child
25th-26th February 2026
Venue: Mansfield Palace Theatre
Website: www.mansfield.gov.uk
Follow the Gruffalo’s Child on her adventurous mission in Tall Stories’ enchanting adaptation of the much-loved picture book by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler. Let your imagination run wild with...
Bluey's Big Play
26th February-1st March 2026
Venue: Theatre Royal & Royal Concert Hall
Website: www.trch.co.uk
This theatrical adaptation of the children’s television series is packed with music, laughter, and fun for the whole family. The stage show has captivated audiences of all ages, with Bluey and her family...
Home Ed Art Workshop: Recycled Puppet-Making with Michelle Reader
26th February 2026
Venue: Mansfield Museum
Website: www.mansfield.gov.uk
Calling all home-educated children who love to make, create, and imagine! Join recycling artist Michelle Reader for a special Home Ed session all about creativity, sustainability, and wild inspiration....
Tidy
28th February-1st March 2026
Venue: Djanogly Theatre
Website: www.lakesidearts.org.uk
With beautiful puppets, original music and a touch of silliness, this playful story will delight young audiences, as it explores how everyone needs a little bit of wild chaos in their lives.Tidy is a cautionary...
Charlie and the Chocolate Factory
4th-8th March 2026
Venue: Mansfield Palace Theatre
Website: www.mansfield.gov.uk
This spectacular stage adaptation brings to life the magical journey of young Charlie Bucket as he wins a golden ticket and embarks on an unforgettable adventure inside Willy Wonka’s mysterious chocolate...
World Book Day
5th March 2026
Venue: Nationwide
Website: www.worldbookday.com
Reading for fun is the single biggest indicator that a child will grow up to enjoy a happier and more successful life. The World Book Day mission is to promote reading for fun, offering every child and...
British Science Week
6th-15th March 2026
Venue: Nationwide
Website: www.britishscienceweek.org
British Science Week is an annual ten day celebration of science, technology, engineering and maths. The theme for 2026 is 'Curiosity:what's your question?' This theme is all about getting you thinking...
The Greatest Showman Sing-a-long-a
7th March 2026
Venue: Nottingham Playhouse
Website: www.nottinghamplayhouse.co.uk
Cheer on Hugh Jackman and swoon over Zac Efron as you experience The Greatest Showman in the most spectacular way possible — with on-screen lyrics so you can sing your heart out! Your live host will...
The Sleep Show
8th March 2026
Venue: Djanogly Theatre
Website: www.lakesidearts.org.uk
The Sleep Show is a dreamy performance which transforms the mysteries of sleep into a playful adventure, mixing dance and imaginative storytelling to explore all the funny and frustrating parts of trying...
Great Big School Clean
13th-29th March 2026
Venue: Nationwide
Website: www.keepbritaintidy.org
Keep Britain Tidy believe that teaching children and young people about litter is a crucial part of their environmental education journey. Join the Great Big School Clean this spring, and help your...
Wickedly Ariana
14th March 2026
Venue: Mansfield Palace Theatre
Website: www.mansfield.gov.uk
The First Theatre production to celebrate the contemporary icon Ariana Grande. Expect to hear One Last Time, 7 Rings, Side To Side, Bang Bang, Break Free, Into You, Thank U Next, Save Your Tears, Defying...
Brave Bettie
15th March 2026
Venue: Djanogly Theatre
Website: www.lakesidearts.org.uk
Bettie loves the forest – it’s her sanctuary. But when the council threatens to cut down her favourite tree, she must find the courage to protect it. This playful, powerful production is an adventure...
Diversity
19th-20th March 2026
Venue: Theatre Royal & Royal Concert Hall
Website: www.trch.co.uk
The UK’s most successful dance group will bring their new concept tour SOUL to the Royal Concert Hall Nottingham in March 2026. The tour is based around the technological advancements of artificial intelligence,...
Red Nose Day
20th March 2026
Venue: Nationwide
Website: www.comicrelief.com
Taking place every March, this unique fundraising campaign uses comedy as a means to fundraise money for great causes. Anyone and everyone can get involved. Past years have seen bake sales, 24-hour dance-a-thons...
Senior School Taster Day
20th March 2026
Venue: Nottingham Girls High School
Website: https://nottinghamgirlshigh.gdst.net/arrange-a-visit
Experience a day in the life of the Senior School students. Open to all current Year 5 and 6, you’ll see just what makes an education at Nottingham Girls school so special. Meet the teachers, experience...
Circus Zyair
25th-29th March 2026
Venue: Forest Recreation Ground
Website: https://circus-zyair.co.uk/
Join Circus Zyair for an unforgettable experience filled with thrilling performances and breathtaking stunts.Featuring over thirty world-class artistes, including fearless acrobats and daring stuntmen,...
Horrible Histories - The Concert
29th March 2026
Venue: Theatre Royal & Royal Concert Hall
Website: www.trch.co.uk
For the very first time, your favourite songs and actors from the BAFTA Award-winning CBBC TV series will be appearing live (and dead!) on stage in a very special production! Featuring a live band, led...