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Things to do with kids in North & East Yorkshire
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Tommy Treebark's Wild Adventure
10th April-13th September 2026
Time: all day
Address: York City Centre
Tommy Treebark's Wild Adventure has returned! Track down 55 wild Yorkshire animals hidden on brightly coloured benches throughout York city centre to win a free prize.
The Selfish Giant
18th September 2026
Time: 11am & 2pm
Venue: Skipton Town Hall
Address: High Street, Skipton, North Yorkshire, BD23 1AH
Through vivid, interactive story-telling, original music, puppetry and humour, Riding Lights Theatre Company brings you this brilliant story of transformation. Perfect for families. Tickets £10. Suitable...
The Pirates of Penzance
20th September 2026
Time: 3pm
Venue: Whitby Pavilion
Address: Whitby Pavilion West Cliff, Whitby, North Yorkshire, YO21 3EN
The Pirates of Penzance is a lively and humorous Gilbert & Sullivan classic, performed by the acclaimed West Yorkshire Savoyards with a professional orchestra.
A Play In A Weekend
26th-27th September 2026
Time: 09:30 - 4.30pm
Venue: Skipton Town Hall
Address: High Street, Skipton, North Yorkshire, BD23 1AH
Can you create, rehearse and perform a brand-new play in just one weekend? Join theatre director Olivia Schofield for an exciting two-day creative challenge where young people will transform the museum...
The Mystery of the Pirate Lagoon
4th October 2026
Time: 2pm
Venue: Skipton Town Hall
Address: High Street, Skipton, North Yorkshire, BD23 1AH
This daft and entertaining show gives you the chance to release your inner pirate, make the sound effects and take part in scenes in a special edition of the play. Age guidance of 8+, tickets £9.
Learning without limits
Discover how children learn differently and simple ways to build confidence and curiosity at home.
Build confidence with Kumon
Free registration for new and returning students at participating centres, 1 September – 15 October.
Small changes, smoother starts
Simple ways to refresh routines, support wellbeing and help children feel ready for school.
Make maths fun at home
Turn everyday moments into fun, hands-on maths activities children will actually enjoy.