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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The Pirate, The Princess and the Platypus
18th June-20th August 2022
Venue: Polka Theatre
Address: London
Website: www.polkatheatre.com
Once upon a time, there was a pirate who wanted to be a princess, a princess who wanted to be a pirate and a platypus who was happy being exactly themselves! Join them this summer for a brand new comic...
Beauty and the Beast the Musical
24th June-17th September 2022
Venue: The London Palladium
Address: Catherine St, Covent Garden, London, WC2B 5JF
Website: www.lwtheatres.co.uk
This beloved ‘tale as old as time’ has been brought to life on stage like never before, with all the charm and elegance audiences expect from Belle and her Beast. 25 years after its Olivier Award-winning...
101 Dalmations
12th July-28th August 2022
Venue: Regents Park Open Air Theatre
Website: www.openairtheatre.com/whats-on
Based on the classic story set in the heart of Regent’s Park, this new musical adaptation, packed with puppetry, is perfect for a summer’s day. Ages 4+.
The Hare and the Tortoise
16th July-14th August 2022
Venue: Puppet Barge Richmond
Website: https://www.puppetbarge.com/
The story of the most famous race on earth is beautifully brought to life using marionettes (string puppets). The Hare and the Tortoise is a production for all the family, featuring this classic story,...
Bat Walks
21st July-18th August 2022
Venue: London Wetland Centre
Website: www.wwt.org.uk
WWT London Wetland Centre is one of the best places to watch bats in London as we have about seven species that hunt on site. Bat walks give you the chance not only to see these amazing flying mammals...
Room on the Broom
21st July-4th September 2022
Venue: Lyric Theatre
Website: www.tallstories.org.uk
Jump on board the broom with the witch and her cat in Tall Stories’ fun-filled adaptation of Room on the Broom, the best-selling picture book by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler. The witch and her...
Eliza’s Pet Trail
23rd July-27th August 2022
Venue: Headstone Manor Museum
Address: Pinner View, Harrow
Website: www.harrowmuseum.org.uk
Eliza Brightwen had some peculiar pets. Can you find them all to win a prize?
Eliza’s Pet Trail
23rd July-27th August 2022
Venue: Headstone Manor Museum
Address: Pinner View, Harrow
Website: www.harrowmuseum.org.uk
Eliza Brightwen had some peculiar pets. Can you find them all to win a prize?
Junior Wetland Rangers
23rd July-2nd September 2022
Venue: London Wetland Centre
Website: www.wwt.org.uk
Do you think you have what it takes to care for these beautiful wetlands and super wildlife, and help with the daily mission to save wetland nature? Become a Junior Wetland Ranger this summer and put your...
Summer holidays - Hidden beneath our feet
23rd July-28th August 2022
Venue: London Museum of Water and Steam
Website: www.waterandsteam.org.uk
Did you know under the Museum there is a network of pipes which still supply water to London? Discover more about the hidden world underneath our feet! With crafts, hands-on activities, and trails there’s...
Stage Is Yours 2022: 5-Day Workshops
25th July-26th August 2022
Venue: Hillingdon Theatres
Website: www.hillingdontheatres.uk
The Stage is Yours returns for 2022 and you’re invited! Work with an experienced Director, Choreographer and Musical Director, to rehearse songs, dramatic scenes and dances routines from hit West End...
Horrible Histories - Terrible Tudors
28th July-3rd September 2022
Venue: Garrick Theatre
Website: https://thegarricktheatre.co.uk/
From the horrible Henries to the end of evil Elizabeth, hear the legends (and the lies!) about the torturing Tudors. It’s history with the nasty bits left in!
This Bright Land
1st-29th August 2022
Venue: Somerset House
Address: Strand, London, WC2R 1LA
Website: www.somersethouse.org.uk
A summer celebration of community and culture Step inside the magical world of This Bright Land, transforming our magnificent courtyard into a wonderland open to all, with joyful day-and-night performances,...
Family: Waggle Dance Wednesdays
3rd-24th August 2022
Venue: Hogarth's House
Website: www.hogarthshouse.org
Waggle Dance Co offers storytelling & creative dance workshops designed for 8-12 year olds. (No previous dance experience necessary.) The explorative session with Jess, will give you a chance to co-create...
Night Safaris
5th-26th August 2022
Venue: London Wetland Centre
Website: www.wwt.org.uk
When night falls and all the visitors have gone, WWT London Wetland Centre becomes a truly magical place.Experience the wild and wonderful side of our centre. They will take you on an exciting adventure,...
The Queen's Knickers
8th-19th August 2022
Venue: Arts Theatre West End
Website: www.artstheatrewestend.co.uk
It's a busy year for the Queen - she has lots of important events to attend. But disaster has struck the palace as Her Majesty’s knickers have been nicked - call the royal guard!
Twirlywoos Live
10th-14th August 2022
Venue: Leicester Square
Website: www.leicestersquaretheatre.com
Join Great BigHoo, Toodloo, Chickedy, Chick and their friends as they discover the wonderful world around us! Expect mischief, music and plenty of surprises as they set sail in their big red boat. The...
Family Drop-in Workshop: Lego City
11th August 2022
Venue: Sir John Soane’s Museum
Website: www.soane.org
This workshop is free to attend, and tickets are available to book in advance but you can also simply drop-in on the day as part of your visit to the museum. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Activities...
As You Like It
12th-12th August 2022
Time: 7.30pm
Venue: Morden Hall Park
Website: https://www.tlcm.co.uk/
One of the UK’s finest touring theatre companies present this great play as Shakespeare first saw it performed – in the open air, by an all male cast and with Elizabethan costumes, music and dance.
Creative Summer at Pitzhanger
15th-19th August 2022
Venue: Pitzhanger Manor House
Website: www.pitzhanger.org.uk
Join the Summer Holiday Club at Pitzhanger Manor & Gallery! This upcoming summer holiday activity club, Creative Summer, is a holiday programme for children aged 7-11 taking place from 15-19 August, featuring...
Family Workshop: Fire Brigade Badges
17th August 2022
Venue: Headstone Manor Museum
Website: www.harrowmuseum.org.uk
Wednesday 17th August, 11am, 12pm, 1:15pm & 2:15pm. Superheroes have striking logos, including the brave firefighters of the London Fire Brigade. Go along and make your own badge, or maybe even design...
The Three Pigs plus Captain Grimey
17th August-18th September 2022
Venue: Puppet Barge Richmond
Website: https://www.puppetbarge.com/
Captain Grimey is the dirtiest, most miserable, one-legged sea captain in the world who pollutes the sea with his rubbish - find out how the Golden Dolphin helps him become Captain Shiney and find happiness....
Family Drop-in Workshop: Stained Glass Designs
18th August 2022
Venue: Sir John Soane’s Museum
Website: www.soane.org
This workshop is free to attend, and tickets are available to book in advance but you can also simply drop-in on the day as part of your visit to the museum. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Activities...
Family Event: Gentle Sensory Tour and Workshop
18th August 2022
Venue: Sir John Soane’s Museum
Website: www.soane.org
Explore the amazing and unique spaces in Sir John Soane’s house, taking time to settle in and discover the many objects and paintings he collected on a playful and relaxed tour of the museum. Journey...
Sarah & Duck’s Big Top Birthday
18th-21st August 2022
Venue: Leicester Square Theatre
Website: www.leicestersquaretheatre.com
Join Sarah and her best friend Duck as they plan the ultimate circus soiree to help Scarf Lady celebrate her birthday. With entertainment lined up from a whole host of your favourite friends, including...
The Detective Project
18th August 2022
Venue: The Stables, Manor Farm
Website: www.hillingdontheatres.uk
The Detective Project offers award-winning forensic science-based events that explore the way in which crime is investigated in the 21st Century. Participants will investigate a crime from beginning to...
Beyond Bollywood
24th August-3rd September 2022
Venue: Peacock Theatre
Website: www.peacocktheatre.com
Enjoy a myriad of mesmerizing Indian dance genres, including Kalbelia, Lezim, Bihu, Garba and Kathak, and learn more about Bollywood and beyond! This show suits children aged 5+ and can be a great opportunity...
Family Workshop: Flappy Garden Birds
24th August 2022
Venue: Headstone Manor Museum
Website: www.harrowmuseum.org.uk
Wednesday 24th August, 11am, 12pm, 1:15pm & 2:15pm What’s that kerfuffle in the garden? It’s some funny birds flapping about. Go along and make your own and join in the fun.
The Gruffalo
24th August-3rd September 2022
Venue: Rose Theatre Kingston
Website: https://rosetheatre.org/
Join Mouse on a daring adventure through the deep, dark wood in Tall Stories’ magical, musical adaptation of the classic picture book by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler.
A Midsummer Night's Dream
25th-26th August 2022
Time: 6.30pm
Venue: Westminster Abbey
Website: https://www.westminster-abbey.org/
Five couples – three human, one fairy, and one mythical – find their relationships sorely tested, intimately probed and indecently exposed when a troupe of amateur theatricals bumble into the forest...
Art Social with SansArt
25th August 2022
Venue: London Museum of Water and Steam
Website: www.waterandsteam.org.uk
Art that Connects: Meet People | Make Art Give yourself the freedom to create without fear with SansArt at the London Museum of Water & Steam. All ages and abilities welcome.
AssemblePlay
25th-28th August 2022
Venue: Pitzhanger Manor House
Website: www.pitzhanger.org.uk
Bring your imagination and play, explore, make and build outside Pitzhanger as the popular AssemblePlay return for the August Bank Holiday! Find giant blocks, boxes, colourful fabric and many other treasures...
Family Drop-in Workshop: Terracotta Pot Painting
25th August 2022
Venue: Sir John Soane’s Museum
Website: www.soane.org
This workshop is free to attend, and tickets are available to book in advance but you can also simply drop-in on the day as part of your visit to the museum. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Activities...
The Tiger Who Came To Tea
30th August-1st September 2022
Venue: New Wimbledon Theatre
Website: https://www.atgtickets.com/
The doorbell rings just as Sophie and her mummy are sitting down to tea. Who could it possibly be? What they certainly don’t expect to see at the door is a big, stripy tiger!
Jane Eyre
3rd-3rd September 2022
Venue: Morden Hall Park
Website: https://www.heartbreakproductions.co.uk/
Heartbreak is delighted to present this original outdoor theatre adaptation of Charlotte Brontë’s classic, Jane Eyre. Using the backdrop of a carnival, follow the Victorian heroine through her many...
The Little Mermaid
3rd September-6th November 2022
Venue: Colour House Theatre
Address: Merton Abbey Mills
Website: https://colourhousetheatre.co.uk/
(Selected dates) Hans Christian Andersen’s enchanting tale is adapted in this innovative musical that will leave the entire family smiling all the way home!
