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The Great Big School Clean

15th-31st March 2024

Venue: Nationwide

Website: www.keepbritaintidy.org

Join the Great Big School Clean this spring and be part of the #BigBagChallenge - make a big difference to care for the places and the planet we love.  Once you’ve made your pledge, you’ll...

Easter Egg Hunt

23rd March-14th April 2024

Venue: The Workhouse and Infirmary

Website: www.nationaltrust.org.uk

This spring, treat the whole family to a world of adventure at The Workhouse and Infirmary on an Easter trail.Explore across the site, discovering ten different activities, perfect for all the family....

Easter Eggstravaganza

23rd March-7th April 2024

Venue: National Forest Adventure Farm

Website: www.adventurefarm.co.uk/events

Take the tractor and trailer ride up to the Woodland Trail and meet the Easter Bunny, take part in magic shows and circus workshops, lamb feeding and visiting the ewe maternity ward! Plus enjoy the Mega...

Beertie's Easter Expedition

27th March-7th April 2024

Venue: Belvoir Castle

Website: www.belvoircastle.com

Embark on an enchanting trail with Bertie the Belvoir and his woodland friends featuring Mossy the Mouse, Sylvie the Squirrel and Oswald the Owl. Discover hidden clues and riddles to complete the quest!

Wear a Hat Day

28th March 2024

Venue: Nationwide

Website: www.braintumourresearch.org

Join this spring-tastic, unmissable fundraising milestone – Wear A Hat Day arrives as the culmination of weeks of awareness and campaigning as part of Brain Tumour Awareness Month. This annual event...

Theatre & Cinema

Michael Starring Ben

29th March 2024

Venue: Motorpoint Arena Nottingham

Website: www.motorpointarenanottingham.com

Michael starring Ben is the latest smash hit theatre production from renowned producer James Baker and features the UK’s ultimate Michael Jackson tribute star, Ben Bowman; who not only looks and sounds...

Fairytale Trail

30th March-14th April 2024

Venue: Sherwood Forest Visitor Centre

Website: www.visit-nottinghamshire.co.uk

This Fairytale Trail is a magical journey through the ancient woods, offering an enchanted experience for families and nature enthusiasts. Each step will lead you to ten mystical locations, every one linked...

Family Arts Festival

30th March-1st April 2024

Venue: Ollerton, Newark and Rainworth

Website: www.palacenewark.com/opendoors/family-arts-festival

Join Open Doors with their first free Family Arts Festival. Across multiple venues in each location, there will be various activities from VR experiences to circus skills, music workshops to hands-on heritage...

Theatre & Cinema

Science Museum - Live on Tour

2nd April 2024

Venue: Palace Theatre

Website: www.palacenewark.com

Experience the brand-new stage show from Mark Thompson Productions which will ignite your curiosity, fuel your imagination and inspire you in new and exciting ways. This unmissable family production is...

Theatre & Cinema

Paddington Film with Live Orchestra

4th April 2024

Venue: Theatre Royal and Royal Concert Hall

Website: www.trch.co.uk

Enjoy watching the award-winning 2014 film on a giant HD screen, accompanied by the London Concert Orchestra playing Nick Urata’s calypso-infused score live. Based on Michael Bond’s much-loved books,...

Timisien Luminarium by Architects of Air

4th-13th April 2024

Venue: Chesterfield Road Park

Website: www.mansfield.gov.uk/palacetheatre/events/event/103/timisien-luminarium-by-architects-of-air

Mansfield is set to welcome a world-renowned art installation at Easter which will mesmerise visitors in a multi-sensory experience. The luminarium is fully accessible and suitable for all ages, abilities,...

Bluey is Back!

6th April 2024

Venue: White Post Farm

Website: www.whitepostfarm.co.uk/events

Go and meet Bluey at intervals across the day on Saturday 6th April 2024. Be sure to book online before they sell out!

Theatre & Cinema

Club Origami

6th-7th April 2024

Venue: Djanogly Theatre, Lakeside Arts

Website: www.lakesidearts.org.uk

Dive into the magical world of Club Origami, an immersive and interactive dance show inviting family audiences to create, imagine and explore new ways of thinking, playing and moving. Dance, fashion and...

Theatre & Cinema

Diversity Presents Supernova

8th-9th April 2024

Venue: Theatre Royal and Royal Concert Hall

Website: www.trch.co.uk

Supernova follows Diversity’s sold-out Connected tour earlier this year, which combined playful, comedic routines with powerful statements on human connectivity. Big, relentless, and energetic, the tour...

Theatre & Cinema

The Sooty Show - 75th Birthday Spectacular

8th April 2024

Venue: Palace Theatre

Website: www.palacenewark.com

Sooty, Sweep and Soo are planning a very special birthday party and you’re all invited. With buckets of audience participation and gallons of giggles, this spectacular celebration will delight Sooty...

Theatre & Cinema

Science Museum Live

9th April 2024

Venue: Nottingham Playhouse

Website: www.nottinghamplayhouse.co.uk/events/science-museum-live

This year join London’s world-renowned Science Museum as they bring this brand-new stage production aimed at igniting your curiosity, fuelling your imagination, and inspiring you in new and exciting...

Theatre & Cinema

The Wizard of Oz

9th-13th April 2024

Venue: Theatre Royal and Royal Concert Hall

Website: www.trch.co.uk

Direct from The London Palladium, the sensational new production of one of the world’s most beloved musicals comes to Nottingham. Starring RuPaul’s Drag Race UK winner and Dancing On Ice star The Vivienne...

Theatre & Cinema

Kids Bop Never Stop Tour

10th April 2024

Venue: Theatre Royal and Royal Concert Hall

Website: www.trch.co.uk

Sing and dance along with the Kidz Bop as they perform today’s biggest hits, live on stage including “As It Was,” “About That Time,” “Anti-Hero,” and many more. This is the ultimate pop...

Theatre & Cinema

Trouble on Volcano Island

12th April 2024

Venue: Mansfield Palace Theatre

Website: www.mansfield.gov.uk/palacetheatre/whats/dinosaur-adventure

Meet the incredible Triceratops, the cheeky Spinosaurus, cute baby dinos and the gigantic T-Rex and follow in their huge footprints and journey across the island.This amazing, immersive and interactive...

Make a Medieval Stained-Glass Window

13th April 2024

Venue: Learning Studio, Djanogly Gallery

Website: www.lakesidearts.org.uk

Produce your own stained-glass craft, inspired by Medieval designs, to take home and display in your window. Free admission, just drop in. Suitable for ages 7+.

Theatre & Cinema

Life of Pi

15th-20th April 2024

Venue: Theatre Royal and Royal Concert Hall

Website: www.trch.co.uk

Based on the global phenomenon and winner of the Man Booker Prize, selling over fifteen million copies worldwide, Life Of Pi is the hugely popular story of an epic journey of endurance and hope. Don’t...

All About Dogs Show

20th-21st April 2024

Venue: Newark Showground

Website: www.newarkshowground.com

Take your dog for two days full of exciting arena displays, expert advice, shopping and lots of fun have-a-go activities including the popular Fun Dog Shows, K9 Aqua Sports, talent competitions and more…The...

Theatre & Cinema

Sing-a-long-a Matilda The Musical

20th April 2024

Venue: Theatre Royal and Royal Concert Hall

Website: www.trch.co.uk

Calling all revolting children and their parents go and be a little a bit naughty at Sing-a-Long-a Matilda the Musical from the producers of Singalonga The Greatest Showman. The host will show you how...

Theatre & Cinema

The Tortoise and the Hare

22nd April 2024

Venue: Mansfield Palace Theatre

Website: www.mansfield.gov.uk/palacetheatre/whats/tortoise-hare/1

The race is on in Northern Ballet’s Tortoise and the Hare. The perfect introduction to live ballet and music, your little ones will be cheering along as a playful cast of characters re-tell this classic...

Nottinghamshire County Show 2024

11th May 2024

Venue: The Showground, Winthorpe

Website: www.visit-nottinghamshire.co.uk

Celebrating the local agricultural community with attractions including livestock, equine, local food producers and craft stalls, traders and more! Plus fun for all the family with the Notts Young Farmers...

Olympic Raceday

2nd June 2024

Venue: Nottingham Racecourse

Website: www.thejockeyclub.co.uk/nottingham

Get into the Olympic spirit with the whole family this summer with a race day full of Sports Day fun, on and off the track! Expect all-day free children’s entertainment, including inflatables, penalty...

Adventure Golf

Venue: Rufford Abbey Country Park

Website: www.parkwoodoutdoors.co.uk

Enjoy this 9 hole adventure golf with your family and friends. Open daily from 10-4pm. Collect your clubs and ball from the Adventure Play catering outlet The Shed! The cost is £5 per person or £15...

Autism Nights

Venue: Pirates Play

Website: www.piratesplay.co.uk/pirates_classes/autism-nights/

Autism Nights on the first Wednesday of every month are specially designed evenings of play for children with Autism, Asperger's and ADHD. With a soothing atmosphere, these nights are a great opportunity...

Cave Detectives

Venue: City of Caves

Website: www.nationaljusticemuseum.org.uk/cityofcaves/learning

Explore the historic caves under the streets of Nottingham. Learn about the people who lived there and how the caves were used at different times throughout history. One hour session.

Disco Skating Sessions

Venue: National Ice Centre

Website: www.national-ice-centre.com/whats-on/disco-sessions/

Family Disco Session run on Saturday afternoons (2.30-4.30pm), suitable for younger children. Children aged 5 and under skate for free!

Farmer Days

Venue: White Post Farm

Website: www.whitepostfarm.co.uk/experiences/farmer-days/

The Farmer Experience give you the chance to see how a real farm works and become a farmer for the day! With no age limit, we cater each one to the individual, so whether you’re 7 years old or 49 years...

Forest Rider Pack

Venue: Various venues

Website: www.forestryengland.uk

Perfect for children aged 7-12 to hone their cycle skills. With tips and tricks and a logbook to track your progress, log 5 rides and see what you can find as you explore the forest. There are puzzles,...

Hands and Feet

Venue: Razzle Dazzle Pots

Website: www.razzledazzlepots.co.uk

Glazed pottery prints are a quick and simple way to capture those little hands and feet for those timeless keepsakes that will be treasured by all the family for years to come. Book online or call 0115...

Have A Go Archery

Venue: Rufford Abbey Country Park

Website: www.parkwoodoutdoors.co.uk

This fun experience is all about giving people the chance to try archery in a safe environment, with excellent equipment and facilitated by skilled coaches. Suitable for Age 6+. Weekends and Nottinghamshire...

Ice Cubs

Venue: National Ice Centre

Website: www.national-ice-centre.com/whats-on/ice-cubs/

The programme focuses on physical motor skill development with fun on-ice activities using toys and equipment to develop and improve coordination, agility and flexibility and off-ice activities taking...

Juniors Arrive and Drive

Venue: The Hangar

Website: www.thehangar.racing/juniors

Get the ultimate driving experience with Go Kart sessions for kids and juniors. Fly around the 450m circuit with a practice lap and 15-minutes per session of general karting, going head to head with friends...

Kids Club

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 £2.15 each....

Kitty Cafe Nottingham

Venue: 31-37 Friar Lane

Website: www.kittycafe.co.uk

Become surrounded by adorable friendly felines as you tuck into some yummy cake or a refreshing drink and watch as these adorable cats explore the cafe. This is a family friendly venue, fully wheelchair...

Lost City Adventure Golf

Venue: The Cornerhouse

Website: www.lostcityadventuregolf.com

Perfect for budding explorers and adventurers of all ages, The Lost City houses two incredible 18-hole indoor adventure golf courses. Putt your skills to the test against towering rockfaces and incredible...

Maid Marion Family Cycle

Venue: Sherwood Pines

Website: www.forestryengland.uk/sherwood-pines/maid-marion-family-cycle-route-sherwood-pines

Taking just over one hour to complete at a leisurely pace, the Family Cycle route is ideal for those with small children who would tire on the longer trails or newcomers to cycling just wanting a leisurely...

Newark Junior Parkrun

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...

Perform weekly drama, dance and singing classes

Venue: Various Locations

Website: www.perform.org.uk/try

Confidence-building drama classes for 4-7s and 7-12s. A unique mix of fun drama games, dance and singing specially designed to boost confidence, communication, concentration and coordination. To book a...

The Crime Gallery

Venue: National Justice Museum

Website: www.nationaljusticemuseum.org.uk

Free family activities and exhibitions exploring a range of topics relating to crime. Test your knowledge and discover interesting facts in the fun crime-related quiz or play a range of crime-related board...

The Kumon Free Trial

Venue: Various venues

Website: www.kumon.co.uk

Designed to help any child, of any ability, realise their potential and become an enthusiastic learner. Through daily worksheet study and Instructor guidance, your child will work at the 'just-right' level...

Zog activity trail

Venue: Sherwood Pines

Website: www.forestryengland.uk/sherwood-pines/zog-activity-trail-sherwood-pines

Get ready to join Zog on his latest forest adventure with a brand-new family activity trail and free app! Collect golden stars, just like Zog and have the chance to take a photo with everyone’s favourite...

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