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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Swimming lessons with Everyone Active
1st January-31st December 2024
Venue: Your local leisure centre
Address: Lincolnshire
Website: https://www.everyoneactive.com/courses-lessons/swimming-lessons/
Award-winning swimming lessons at your local Everyone Active leisure centre, for children aged from just 4 months old. Available at West Lindsey Leisure Centre (Gainsborough).
Christmas at Doddington
9th November-23rd December 2024
Venue: Doddington Hall
Address: Main Street, Doddington, LN6 4RU
Website: https://www.doddingtonhall.com/event/christmas-at-doddington/
Discover a truly mesmerising experience as you journey through ‘A Christmas Chorus’ at Doddington Hall this December. From Christmas classics to popular seasonal tunes, step into the music of Christmastime...
Christmas at Belton
22nd November-1st January 2025
Time: 4.00pm - 8.00pm
Venue: Belton Estate
Address: Grantham, NG32 2LS
Website: https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/nottinghamshire-lincolnshire/belton-estate
Christmas is coming to Belton! Surround yourself with sparkle on a magical after-dark illuminated trail this winter. Open to visitors from 22 November until 1 January, this immersive experience includes...
The Real Christmas Experience at Rand Farm Park
23rd November-24th December 2024
Time: All day
Venue: Rand Farm Park
Address: Rand Farm Park, Lincoln, Lincolnshire, LN8 5NJ
Website: https://randfarmpark.com/christmas/
Step into a world of wonder with The Real Christmas Experience at Rand Farm Park, an enchanting, immersive, and interactive theatrical experience! Journey through the twinkling streets, meet the cheerful...
Lincoln Christmas Light Switch On
28th-28th November 2024
Time: 4.00pm - 7.00pm
Venue: High Street, Lincoln
Website: https://www.facebook.com/EventsinLincoln
Enjoy an evening full of entertainment as Lincoln’s city centre transforms into a glittering display of Christmas lights, bringing the magic of the season to life. The night promises festive cheer, special...
Window Wanderland Free Family Workshop
28th November 2024
Time: 3.30pm - 5.30pm
Venue: Horncastle Library
Address: Wharf Road, Horncastle, LN9 5HL
Website: https://www.better.org.uk/library/lincolnshire/horncastle-library
Create a Window Wanderland display with artist Joanna Pass - No need to book - Everyone Welcome!
Lincoln Castle Illuminated
29th November-23rd December 2024
Time: 5.30pm - 9.00pm
Venue: Lincoln Castle
Address: Castle Hill Lincoln LN1 3AA
Website: https://www.lincolncastle.com/
Lincoln Castle Illuminated is back for 2024, and it’s bigger and brighter than ever before. This magical and much-loved Christmas event will run from Friday 29 November until Monday 23 December, giving...
Christmas Story Time
3rd-3rd December 2024
Time: 10:30am-11:00am
Venue: Spalding Library
Address: Victoria Street, Spalding, Lincs, PE11 1EA
Website: www.better.org.uk/library/lincolnshire/spalding-library
We'll be having a story time full of festive fun and a Christmassy craft too. No booking required and its free to do.
Snow White Pantomime at The New Theatre Royal Lincoln
3rd December-5th January 2025
Venue: New Theatre Royal Lincoln
Website: https://newtheatreroyallincoln.ticketsolve.com/ticketbooth/shows/873650291/events/129497394
New Theatre Royal Lincoln have a treat for families this Christmas, with their in-house pantomime production of Snow White... oh yes they do! Olympic gymnast medallist and winner of Strictly Come Dancing...
A Christmas Carol
5th December 2024
Address: The Plowright Theatre, Laneham Street, Scunthorpe DN15 6JP
Follow the miserly Ebenezer Scrooge as he embarks upon a journey through his past, present, and future, learning along the way to appreciate the true meaning of Christmas.
Snow White
5th-31st December 2024
Address: Baths Hall, 59 Doncaster Road, Scunthorpe, DN15 7RG
Directed by Darren Johnson, this production promises whimsical characters, dazzling costumes and toe-tapping musical numbers. Join us to see if Snow White is the fairest in the land, or will the unforgettable...
Dick Whittington Meets The Pirates From The Carribean
7th-29th December 2024
Address: Grimsby Auditorium, Cromwell Road, Great Grimsby, NE Lincolnshire, Grimsby, DN31 2BH
Website: https://grimsbyauditorium.org.uk/
The new hiss-terical, swashbuckling purr-fect pantomime! Our hero, Dick Whittington, arrives in London seeking fame and fortune when disaster strikes. The streets aren't paved with gold!
Festive Crafts
7th-7th December 2024
Time: 10:00am - 12:30pm
Venue: Spalding Library
Address: Victoria Street, Spalding, Lincs, PE11 1EA
Website: www.better.org.uk/library/lincolnshire/spalding-library
Join us for a morning of free Christmas crafts, no booking required.
Lincoln Ice Adventure
7th-8th December 2024
Time: All day
Venue: Citywide
Website: https://www.visitlincoln.com/event/lincoln-ice-adventure/97461101/
This Christmas will see the arrival of Lincoln Ice Adventure - a new festive experience inspired by the popular Ice Trail last year. While keeping the much-loved ice sculptures, this year’s event adds...
Mablethorpe Christmas Artisan Craft Market
7th December 2024
Venue: Mablethorpe
Website: http://www.wragbymarket.com/
Write Note
7th-7th December 2024
Time: 12:00-14:00
Venue: Lincoln Central Library
Address: Lincoln Central Library, Free School Lane, Lincoln, LN2 1EZ
Website: www.better.org.uk/library/lincolnshire/lincoln-central-library
Express yourself in our 'Write Note' open mic session, where creativity takes centre stage. Free.
Horncastle Christmas Market
8th December 2024
Time: 11.00am - 2.00pm
Venue: Horncastle Library
Address: Wharf Road, Horncastle, LN9 5HL
Website: https://www.better.org.uk/library/lincolnshire/horncastle-library
Christmas themed children's activity and storytime. Free refreshments & unique Christmas gifts to buy.
Little Red Riding Hood's Christmas Adventure
8th-15th December 2024
Address: Stamford Corn Exchange Theatre, Broad Street, Stamford, PE9 1PX
Website: https://www.stamfordcornexchange.co.uk/
This is a Christmas Musical aimed at primary school KS1 and KS2. Jokes, laughter, song, audience participation and a lesson to learn about recycling, working together and caring for the environment to...
Christmas Story Time
10th-10th December 2024
Time: 10:30am - 11:00am
Venue: Spalding Library
Address: Victoria Street, Spalding, Lincs, PE11 1EA
Website: www.better.org.uk/library/lincolnshire/spalding-library
We'll be having a story time full of festive fun and a Christmassy craft too. No booking required and its free to do.
Christmas Craft Workshop
12th-12th December 2024
Time: 10:30-12:00
Venue: Lincoln Central Library
Address: Lincoln Central Library, Free School Lane, Lincoln, LN2 1EZ
Website: www.better.org.uk/library/lincolnshire/lincoln-central-library
Join us for a free Festive Paper Crafting Workship using recycled books and music score sheets. Free.
Virtual Autism Hub
13th-13th December 2024
Time: 14:00-16:30
Venue: Lincoln Central Library
Address: Lincoln Central Library, Free School Lane, Lincoln, LN2 1EZ
Website: www.better.org.uk/library/lincolnshire/lincoln-central-library
If you have any questions about autism – perhaps you are an autistic adult or have autistic children – come and see the Lincolnshire NHS LPFT Team. You do not need a diagnosis. They can help you...
Beauty and the Beast
14th December-5th January 2025
Address: Blackfriars Arts Centre, Spain Lane, Boston, PE21 6HP
Website: https://www.blackfriarsartscentre.co.uk/
Join us for another Pantomime extravaganza from Tony Peers Productions and they follow 2023's Peter Pan success with another NEW show - BEAUTY AND THE BEAST!
Festive Crafts
14th-14th December 2024
Time: 10:00am - 12:30pm
Venue: Spalding Library
Address: Victoria Street, Spalding, Lincs, PE11 1EA
Website: www.better.org.uk/library/lincolnshire/spalding-library
Join us for a morning of free Christmas crafts, no booking required.
Festive Fun Day
14th-14th December 2024
Time: 10:00-14:00
Venue: Lincoln Central Library
Address: Lincoln Central Library, Free School Lane, Lincoln, LN2 1EZ
Website: www.better.org.uk/library/lincolnshire/lincoln-central-library
It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas at Lincoln Central Library come along to the annual Festive Fun Day. Try your luck on the St John’s Ambulance tombola. Meet Bear & Bentley from the Pets...
The Gallery
16th-28th December 2024
Time: 09:00-16:00
Venue: Lincoln Central Library
Address: Lincoln Central Library, Free School Lane, Lincoln, LN2 1EZ
Website: www.better.org.uk/library/lincolnshire/lincoln-central-library
Photographic Exhibition by Lincoln Camera Club. Vote for your favourite picture.
Christmas Story Time
17th-17th December 2024
Time: 10:30am-11:00am
Venue: Spalding Library
Address: Victoria Street, Spalding, Lincs, PE11 1EA
Website: www.better.org.uk/library/lincolnshire/spalding-library
We'll be having a story time full of festive fun and a Christmassy craft too. No booking required and its free to do.
Dick Whittington
17th-29th December 2024
Address: Embassy Theatre, Grand Parade Skegness PE25 2UG
Website: https://embassytheatre.co.uk/choose-your-seats/?perfid=13362
Join Dick Whittington and his furry friends as they set out on an exciting quest for fame and fortune. This magical rags to riches tale take Dick on a journey where he must free the city from the revolting...
Festive Crafts
21st-21st December 2024
Time: 10:00am - 12:30pm
Venue: Spalding Library
Address: Victoria Street, Spalding, Lincs, PE11 1EA
Website: www.better.org.uk/library/lincolnshire/spalding-library
Join us for a morning of free Christmas crafts, no booking required.
PINOCCHIO
21st-29th December 2024
Address: Neverland Theatre, Lincolnshire, PE25 2BD
Brand new and chosen by you, this year we're proud to bring you a brand new, never seen before Pantomime Adaptation of the classic tale Pinocchio!
12 Days Wild
25th December-5th January 2025
Address: Lincolnshire Wildlife Trust nature reserves and wild or green spaces across Lincolnshire
Website: lincstrust.org.uk
12 Days Wild is The Wildlife Trusts' annual winter challenge, encouraging everyone to do something'wild' every day for the 12 Days of Christmas. From stargazing and watching winter sunsets and starling...
Trainmaster Lincolnshire Twixmas Party
28th-28th December 2024
Time: 09:30-13:00
Venue: Lincoln Central Library
Address: Lincoln Central Library, Free School Lane, Lincoln, LN2 1EZ
Website: www.better.org.uk/library/lincolnshire/lincoln-central-library
Indoor stay and play with hands-on track and trains, ride-on trains, Thomas coasters, baby corner and more... Three sessions, 9:30am-10:30am (quiet session), 10:40am-11:40am & 11:50am-12:50pm. A tuck...
Aladdin
15th-18th January 2025
Address: The Plowright Theatre, Laneham Street, Scunthorpe DN15 6JP
Website: https://www.scunthorpetheatres.co.uk/whats-on/search/venue-plowright-theatre/
Aladdin is a family friendly pantomime directed by Romy Smithson. We have performances each night, from Wednesday 15th to Saturday 18th January 2025 at 7pm, with an additional matinee performance on the...
Cinderella
26th January-10th February 2025
Address: The Broadbent Theatre, Snarford Road, Wickenby, Lincoln, LN3 5AW
Website: https://broadbenttheatre.org/events/cinderella/
Directed by Kerry James. Prepare to be charmed by the beautiful Cinderella, to cheer on the loveable Buttons and to ‘boo’ at the ugly sisters. This traditional classic is filled with love, laughter...
Games Morning
Time: 10.00am - 12noon
Venue: Horncastle Library
Address: Wharf Road, Horncastle, LN9 5HL
Website: https://www.better.org.uk/library/lincolnshire/horncastle-library
Discover more than books and computers at your library. Loads of board games available.. come with the family or challenge a friend!
Lego Club
Time: 4.00 - 5.00pm
Venue: Horncastle Library
Address: Wharf Road, Horncastle, LN9 5HL
Website: https://www.better.org.uk/library/lincolnshire/horncastle-library
SATURDAY Love Lego? Join us for Lego Club, design amaing creations with weekly themes and show off your creative side. Free to join! Suitable for ages 5+
Playdough Playdate
Time: 10.00 - 11.00am
Venue: Horncastle Library
Address: Wharf Road, Horncastle, LN9 5HL
Website: https://www.better.org.uk/library/lincolnshire/horncastle-library
MONDAYS Come for a fun-filled creative playdate with playdough! Suitable for age 2-5 year olds
Story & Rhyme Time
Time: 10.30 - 11.00am
Venue: Horncastle Library
Address: Wharf Road, Horncastle, LN9 5HL
Website: https://www.better.org.uk/library/lincolnshire/horncastle-library
MONDAYS A fun-filled session for pre-school children, listening to stories & singing rhymes