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 Avon
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Biodiversity Detectives
1st March-31st August 2025
Venue: Westonbirt Arboretum
Discover what lives at Westonbirt through a trail challenge and activities. Collect your detectives activity sheet from the Welcome Building to complete as you go, and return to collect your reward at...
Yate Shopping Centre’s Beach
23rd May-31st August 2025
Venue: Yate Shopping Centre
There will be fun all summer at Yate Shopping Centre’s Beach, open all day, every day, until Saturday 30th August. It’s their 60th anniversary and to celebrate they have themed events throughout the...
Gromit Unleashed 3 Trail
30th June-31st August 2025
Venue: Bristol
Welcome to the world of Gromit Unleashed! Together with Aardman Animations, we’ve created three unique, award-winning character sculpture trails in the UK and beyond, to raise funds for Bristol Children’s...
Alfie and Amelia Fact Finding Trail
6th July-25th August 2025
Venue: Aerospace Bristol
Take off on an aviation adventure with Alfie Fox and his sister Amelia. Download your Alfie and Amelia comic book story ahead of your visit, or pick up a free copy in admissions.
Eat, Play, Explore at IKEA
6th July-25th August 2025
Venue: IKEA Bristol
Address: Eastgate Road
Enjoy a great day out throughout the summer holidays at IKEA Bristol, where there’s plenty going on! From their Wonderful weekday dishes, where you can get 50% off all mains and children’s meals with...
Join the Big Butterfly Count
Learn about the wildlife on your doorstep and inspire a love of nature in curious young minds.
Competition time
Our latest competitions are here — browse our listings and get your entries in before it’s too late!
Flexible activities for families
Family fun for £2 at your local Everyone Active leisure centres this summer.
The Summer Reading Challenge is back
This year’s theme is Story Garden: Adventures in Nature and the Great Outdoors!