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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Elmer Story Time and activities
27th-27th May 2027
Time: 10:30-15:00
Venue: Spalding Library
Address: Victoria Street, Spalding, Lincs, PE11 1EA
Website: https://www.better.org.uk/library/lincolnshire/spalding-library/whats-on
We're continuing our Elmer celebrations with a special story time followed by crafts and activities. This is a free drop in event.
In the Gallery - IncLinc Art Exhibition
2nd-14th February 2026
Time: 09:00
Venue: Lincoln Central Library
Address: Lincoln Central Library, Free School Lane, Lincoln, LN2 1EZ
Website: https://www.better.org.uk/library/lincolnshire/lincoln-central-library
A collaborative exhibition of works by local artists Nigel, Donald & ByeBye. FREE
Story and Rhyme Time
2nd-23rd February 2026
Time: 10.30am to 11.00am
Venue: Horncastle Library
Address: Wharf Road, Horncastle, Lincs, LN9 5HL
Website: Events & Activities | Horncastle Library | Better Libraries
A fun filled weekly session for pre-school children, listening to stories and singing rhymes
World Book Day Costume Swap Rail
2nd February-5th March 2026
Time: 09:00
Venue: Lincoln Central Library
Address: Lincoln Central Library, Free School Lane, Lincoln, LN2 1EZ
Website: https://www.better.org.uk/library/lincolnshire/lincoln-central-library
Drop off your past costume & pick up a new one, just in time for World Book Day! FREE
Lego Play
5th-26th February 2026
Time: 4.00pm to 5.00 pm
Venue: Horncastle Library
Address: Wharf Road, Horncastle, Lincs, LN9 5HL
Website: Events & Activities | Horncastle Library | Better Libraries
Creative lego after school play session every week. Suitable for ages 5 plus.
Playdough Playdate
5th-26th February 2026
Time: 10.00am to 11.00am
Venue: Horncastle Library
Address: Wharf Road, Horncastle, Lincs, LN9 5HL
Website: Events & Activities | Horncastle Library | Better Libraries
Unleash you child's creativity with this fun filled weekly session. No need to book. Suitable for ages 2-5 years.
Lego Play
7th-7th February 2026
Time: 10:00am-12:30pm
Venue: Spalding Library
Address: Victoria Street, Spalding, Lincs PE11 1EA
Website: https://www.better.org.uk/library/lincolnshire/spalding-library
Love to build with Lego? Come and let your imagination run riot with at our Lego Play and see what you can build!
Traditional Games morning
7th-28th February 2026
Time: 10.00am to 12 noon
Venue: Horncastle Library
Address: Wharf Road, Horncastle, Lincs, LN9 5HL
Website: Events & Activities | Horncastle Library | Better Libraries
Spend a leisurely Saturday morning in the welcoming surroundings of Horncastle Library playing traditional board games with your friends and family.
Write Note
7th-7th February 2026
Time: 12:00
Venue: Lincoln Central Library
Address: Lincoln Central Library, Free School Lane, Lincoln, LN2 1EZ
Website: https://www.better.org.uk/library/lincolnshire/lincoln-central-library
Free monthly open mic session without the microphones! Acoustics of all styles and listeners welcome. No booking required. FREE
Illuminate Children's Activity Workshop
12th-12th February 2026
Time: 3.30pm-5.30pm
Venue: Gainsborough Library
Address: Gainsborough Library, Cobden Street, Gainsborough Lincs, DN21 2NB
Website: https://www.better.org.uk/library/lincolnshire/gainsborough-library
A creative drop‑in workshop led by artist Emily Cartwright for the Gainsborough Illuminate 2026 event. Families are invited to make their own colourful stained‑glass‑style artwork using tissue paper,...
World Book Day Costume Swap Rail
12th February-5th March 2026
Time: library opening times
Venue: Horncastle Library
Address: Wharf Road, Horncastle, Lincs, LN9 5HL
Website: Events & Activities | Horncastle Library | Better Libraries
Looking for World Book Day costume inspiration? You'll find it on our costume swap rail.
World Book Day Costume Swap Rail
12th February-5th March 2026
Time: during library opening hours
Venue: Boston Library
Address: County Hall, Off Bank Street, Boston PE21 6DY
Website: https://better.org.uk/library/lincolnshire/boston-library
Take the worry out of finding an outfit for your child on World Book Day. Pop along to Boston Library and see what you can find on our costume swap rail. If you have gently used and clean outfits that...
World Book Day Costume Swap Rail
12th February-5th March 2026
Time: during opening times
Venue: Gainsborough Library
Address: Gainsborough Library, Cobden Street, Gainsborough Lincs, DN21 2NB
Website: https://www.better.org.uk/library/lincolnshire/gainsborough-library
Throughout February we will be hosting a FREE children’s costume swap rail. On your next visit, drop off past costumes and pick up a new one to you – just in time for World Book Day!
Waterstones Children’s Book Festival
13th-13th February 2026
Time: 10:30
Venue: Lincoln Central Library
Address: Lincoln Central Library, Free School Lane, Lincoln, LN2 1EZ
Website: https://www.waterstones.com/events/search/shop/lincoln817
Join us for an interactive story telling session, watch as your child turns into a swashbuckling bunny! Admission fee and booking required. See website for further details.
Waterstones Children’s Book Festival
13th-13th February 2026
Time: 13:00
Venue: Lincoln Central Library
Address: Lincoln Central Library, Free School Lane, Lincoln, LN2 1EZ
Website: https://www.waterstones.com/events/search/shop/lincoln817
Illustrator Fiona Lumbers event. Admission fee and booking required. See website for further details.
Waterstones Children’s Book Festival
13th-13th February 2026
Time: 15:30
Venue: Lincoln Central Library
Address: Lincoln Central Library, Free School Lane, Lincoln, LN2 1EZ
Website: https://www.waterstones.com/events/search/shop/lincoln818
An event with author & illustrator Steve Antony. Admission fee and booking required. See website for further details.
Lego Play
14th-14th February 2026
Time: 10:00am-12:30pm
Venue: Spalding Library
Address: Victoria Street, Spalding, Lincs PE11 1EA
Website: https://www.better.org.uk/library/lincolnshire/spalding-library
Love to build with Lego? Come and let your imagination run riot with at our Lego Play and see what you can build!
Valentine's crafts
14th-14th February 2026
Time: 10:00am-12noon
Venue: Spalding Library
Address: Victoria Street, Spalding, Lincs PE11 1EA
Website: https://www.better.org.uk/library/lincolnshire/spalding-library
Get creative and make a beautiful Valentines card for that someone special, its free to do and there's no need to book.
Waterstones Children’s Book Festival
14th-14th February 2026
Time: 10:30
Venue: Lincoln Central Library
Address: Lincoln Central Library, Free School Lane, Lincoln, LN2 1EZ
Website: https://www.waterstones.com/events/search/shop/lincoln819
An event with author Phil Earle . Admission fee and booking required. See website for further details.
Waterstones Children’s Book Festival
14th-14th February 2026
Time: 10:30
Venue: Lincoln Central Library
Address: Lincoln Central Library, Free School Lane, Lincoln, LN2 1EZ
Website: https://www.waterstones.com/events/search/shop/lincoln820
An event with author-illustrator Jamie Hammond. Admission fee and booking required. See website for further details.
Waterstones Children’s Book Festival
14th-14th February 2026
Time: 13:00
Venue: Lincoln Central Library
Address: Lincoln Central Library, Free School Lane, Lincoln, LN2 1EZ
Website: https://www.waterstones.com/events/search/shop/lincoln821
An event with author-illustrator Sheena Dempsey. Admission fee and booking required. See website for further details.
Waterstones Children’s Book Festival
14th-14th February 2026
Time: 13:00
Venue: Lincoln Central Library
Address: Lincoln Central Library, Free School Lane, Lincoln, LN2 1EZ
Website: https://www.waterstones.com/events/search/shop/lincoln822
An event with author & game designer Ryan Crawford. Admission fee and booking required. See website for further details.
Waterstones Children’s Book Festival
14th-14th February 2026
Time: 15:30
Venue: Lincoln Central Library
Address: Lincoln Central Library, Free School Lane, Lincoln, LN2 1EZ
Website: https://www.waterstones.com/events/search/shop/lincoln823
An event with author Judith Eagle. Admission fee and booking required. See website for further details.
Waterstones Children’s Book Festival
14th-14th February 2026
Time: 15:30
Venue: Lincoln Central Library
Address: Lincoln Central Library, Free School Lane, Lincoln, LN2 1EZ
Website: https://www.waterstones.com/events/search/shop/lincoln824
An event with author, planetary scientist & space educator Dr Sheila Kanani MBE. Admission fee and booking required. See website for further details.
Waterstones Children’s Book Festival
14th-14th February 2026
Time: 18:30
Venue: Lincoln Central Library
Address: Lincoln Central Library, Free School Lane, Lincoln, LN2 1EZ
Website: https://www.waterstones.com/events/search/shop/lincoln823
An event with author Hannah Gold. Admission fee and booking required. See website for further details.
Half Term Craft- make a hand Horse
16th-16th February 2026
Time: 10.00am - 12.00pm
Venue: Boston Library
Address: County Hall, Off Bank Street, Boston PE21 6DY
Website: https://better.org.uk/library/lincolnshire/boston-library
Help us to celebrate the Year of the Horse by making your very own hand print horse. Just drop in, no need to book.
Half Term Lego Play
16th-16th February 2026
Time: 10:00am-4:00pm
Venue: Spalding Library
Address: Victoria Street, Spalding, Lincs PE11 1EA
Website: https://www.better.org.uk/library/lincolnshire/spalding-library
Love to build with Lego? Come and let your imagination run riot with at our Lego Play and see what you can build!
Half-term Children's Crafts
17th-17th February 2026
Time: 10:00
Venue: Lincoln Central Library
Address: Lincoln Central Library, Free School Lane, Lincoln, LN2 1EZ
Website: https://www.better.org.uk/library/lincolnshire/lincoln-central-library
Join us for our first of 3 craft activities designed to spark creativity and fun! FREE, no booking required, perfect for ages 5–11.
Pancake Day Story Time
17th-17th February 2026
Time: 10:30am-11:00am
Venue: Spalding Library
Address: Victoria Street, Spalding, Lincs PE11 1EA
Website: https://www.better.org.uk/library/lincolnshire/spalding-library
We're having a special storytime celebrating Pancake Day and the Lunar New Year with a craft to make too.
Book Sale
18th-28th February 2026
Time: 09:00
Venue: Lincoln Central Library
Address: Lincoln Central Library, Free School Lane, Lincoln, LN2 1EZ
Website: https://www.better.org.uk/library/lincolnshire/lincoln-central-library
Pick up a bargain and help support your local library. Items available to buy from 25p
Dungeons & Dragons Club: Year of the Horse Edition
18th-18th February 2026
Time: 14:00
Venue: Lincoln Central Library
Address: Lincoln Central Library, Free School Lane, Lincoln, LN2 1EZ
Website: https://www.better.org.uk/library/lincolnshire/lincoln-central-library
Join the Party, roll for adventure and come to Dungeons and Dragons Club at Lincoln Central Library for this special Horse (well Unicorn) themed session. FREE, booking is essential, please email lincoln_library@gll.org...
Half Term Children's Activity
18th-18th February 2026
Time: 10.30am-12.00pm
Venue: Gainsborough Library
Address: Gainsborough Library, Cobden Street, Gainsborough Lincs, DN21 2NB
Website: https://www.better.org.uk/library/lincolnshire/gainsborough-library
Join us for a creative Wild West adventure where kids can Make a cactus from a stone – paint, pot, and personalize your own desert plant and then create and decorate a colourful hobby horse to gallop...
Half Term Lego Play
18th-18th February 2026
Time: 10:00am-4:00pm
Venue: Spalding Library
Address: Victoria Street, Spalding, Lincs PE11 1EA
Website: https://www.better.org.uk/library/lincolnshire/spalding-library
Love to build with Lego? Come and let your imagination run riot with at our Lego Play and see what you can build!
February Half-term activity for Luna New Year.
19th-19th February 2026
Time: 10.00am to 12 noon
Venue: Horncastle Library
Address: Wharf Road, Horncastle, Lincs, LN9 5HL
Website: Events & Activities | Horncastle Library | Better Libraries
Join in the fun with this Year of the Horse Luna New Year Half-term activity Please book with a member of the Horncastle Library team horncastle.libary@gll.org
Half-term Children's Crafts
19th-19th February 2026
Time: 10:00
Venue: Lincoln Central Library
Address: Lincoln Central Library, Free School Lane, Lincoln, LN2 1EZ
Website: https://www.better.org.uk/library/lincolnshire/lincoln-central-library
Join us for a craft activity, designed to spark creativity and fun! FREE, no booking required, perfect for ages 5–11.
Lunar New Year crafts
19th-19th February 2026
Time: 10:00am-2:00pm
Venue: Spalding Library
Address: Victoria Street, Spalding, Lincs PE11 1EA
Website: https://www.better.org.uk/library/lincolnshire/spalding-library
We're celebrating the Year of the Horse with crafts and activities, there's no booking required and its free!
Guide Dogs
20th-20th February 2026
Time: 10:00am-4:00pm
Venue: Spalding Library
Address: Victoria Street, Spalding, Lincs PE11 1EA
Website: https://www.better.org.uk/library/lincolnshire/spalding-library
Guide Dogs will holding a fundraising stall in the library so come along and meet the lovely working dogs and the people they help.
Half Term Children's Activity
20th-20th February 2026
Time: 10.30am-12.00pm
Venue: Gainsborough Library
Address: Gainsborough Library, Cobden Street, Gainsborough Lincs, DN21 2NB
Website: https://www.better.org.uk/library/lincolnshire/gainsborough-library
Join us this February half term for a hands-on Wild West adventure! Decorate Your Own Cowboy Hat and make a a Sheriff Badge! A fun, creative session for kids to step into the Wild West and let their...
Half-term Children's Crafts
20th-20th February 2026
Time: 10:00
Venue: Lincoln Central Library
Address: Lincoln Central Library, Free School Lane, Lincoln, LN2 1EZ
Website: https://www.better.org.uk/library/lincolnshire/lincoln-central-library
Join us for a craft activity, designed to spark creativity and fun! FREE, no booking required, perfect for ages 5–11.
Lego Play
21st-21st February 2026
Time: 10:00am-12:30pm
Venue: Spalding Library
Address: Victoria Street, Spalding, Lincs PE11 1EA
Website: https://www.better.org.uk/library/lincolnshire/spalding-library
Love to build with Lego? Come and let your imagination run riot with at our Lego Play and see what you can build!
Lunar New Year crafts
21st-21st February 2026
Time: 10:00am-12noon
Venue: Spalding Library
Address: Victoria Street, Spalding, Lincs PE11 1EA
Website: https://www.better.org.uk/library/lincolnshire/spalding-library
We're celebrating the Year of the Horse with crafts and activities, there's no booking required and its free!
Dungeons and Dragons Club
28th-28th February 2026
Time: 10:00
Venue: Lincoln Central Library
Address: Lincoln Central Library, Free School Lane, Lincoln, LN2 1EZ
Website: https://www.better.org.uk/library/lincolnshire/lincoln-central-library
Are you a Warlock or a Druid, a Barbarian or a Rogue? Join our Dungeons and Dragons Club. FREE, booking is essential, please email lincoln_library@gll.org or phone 01522 782010. For ages 8-11....
Early Talkers
28th-28th February 2026
Time: 10:00
Venue: Lincoln Central Library
Address: Lincoln Central Library, Free School Lane, Lincoln, LN2 1EZ
Website: https://www.better.org.uk/library/lincolnshire/lincoln-central-library
Join us for an Early Talkers session for 0-5 year olds, led by Early Years Alliance. This session will support children to become confident communicators through songs, rhymes, exploring and sharing books. No...
Lego Play
28th-28th February 2026
Time: 10:00am-12:30pm
Venue: Spalding Library
Address: Victoria Street, Spalding, Lincs PE11 1EA
Website: https://www.better.org.uk/library/lincolnshire/spalding-library
Love to build with Lego? Come and let your imagination run riot with at our Lego Play and see what you can build!
Lego Play
7th-7th March 2026
Time: 10:00am-12:30pm
Venue: Spalding Library
Address: Victoria Street, Spalding, Lincs PE11 1EA
Website: https://www.better.org.uk/library/lincolnshire/spalding-library
Love to build with Lego? Come and let your imagination run riot with at our Lego Play and see what you can build!
Write Note
7th-7th March 2026
Time: 12:00
Venue: Lincoln Central Library
Address: Lincoln Central Library, Free School Lane, Lincoln, LN2 1EZ
Website: https://www.better.org.uk/library/lincolnshire/lincoln-central-library
Free monthly open mic session without the microphones! Acoustics of all styles and listeners welcome. No booking required. FREE
Dungeons and Dragons Club
14th-14th March 2026
Time: 10:00
Venue: Lincoln Central Library
Address: Lincoln Central Library, Free School Lane, Lincoln, LN2 1EZ
Website: https://www.better.org.uk/library/lincolnshire/lincoln-central-library
Are you a Warlock or a Druid, a Barbarian or a Rogue? Join our Dungeons and Dragons Club. FREE, booking is essential, please email lincoln_library@gll.org or phone 01522 782010. For ages 8-11....
Early Talkers
14th-14th March 2026
Time: 10:00
Venue: Lincoln Central Library
Address: Lincoln Central Library, Free School Lane, Lincoln, LN2 1EZ
Website: https://www.better.org.uk/library/lincolnshire/lincoln-central-library
Join us for an Early Talkers session for 0-5 year olds, led by Early Years Alliance. This session will support children to become confident communicators through songs, rhymes, exploring and sharing books. No...
Lego Play
14th-14th March 2026
Time: 10:00am-12:30pm
Venue: Spalding Library
Address: Victoria Street, Spalding, Lincs PE11 1EA
Website: https://www.better.org.uk/library/lincolnshire/spalding-library
Love to build with Lego? Come and let your imagination run riot with at our Lego Play and see what you can build!
Lego Play
21st-21st March 2026
Time: 10:00am-12:30pm
Venue: Spalding Library
Address: Victoria Street, Spalding, Lincs PE11 1EA
Website: https://www.better.org.uk/library/lincolnshire/spalding-library
Love to build with Lego? Come and let your imagination run riot with at our Lego Play and see what you can build!
Crafty Saturdays
-6th December 2025
Time: 10:00
Venue: Lincoln Central Library,
Address: Free School Lane, Lincoln, LN2 1EZ
Website: https://www.better.org.uk/library/lincolnshire/lincoln-central-library
A weekly craft for children of all ages.
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+
Lego Club
Time: 10.00-11.30
Venue: Gainsborough Library
Address: Gainsborough Library, Cobden Street, Gainsborough Lincs, DN21 2NB
Website: https://www.better.org.uk/library/lincolnshire/gainsborough-library
A place for children to use their imagination and build their own world using LEGO.
Lego Coding Club
Time: 16:00
Address: Lincoln Central Library, Free School Lane, Lincoln, LN2 1EZ
Website: https://www.better.org.uk/library/lincolnshire/lincoln-central-library
Build stories from your imagination and then bring them to life by learning to code with LEGO!
Messy Morning
Time: 10:30
Venue: Lincoln Central Library
Address: Lincoln Central Library, Free School Lane, Lincoln, LN2 1EZ
Website: https://www.better.org.uk/library/lincolnshire/lincoln-central-library
Enjoy the creativity of messy play with your child without the mess in your home! For babies, toddlers and pre-schoolers.
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
Rhyme and StoryTime
Time: 10:30
Venue: Lincoln Central Library,
Address: Lincoln Central Library, Free School Lane, Lincoln, LN2 1EZ
Website: https://www.better.org.uk/library/lincolnshire/lincoln-central-library
Join us for Rhyme Time, sing songs, recite rhymes & create crafts. For babies, toddlers and pre-schoolers.
Rhyme Time
Time: 11.15-11.45
Venue: Gainsborough Library
Address: Gainsborough Library, Cobden Street, Gainsborough Lincs, DN21 2NB
Website: https://www.better.org.uk/library/lincolnshire/gainsborough-library
Join us for Rhyme Time, sing songs, recite rhymes . For babies, toddlers and pre-schooler.
Sensory Play
Time: 10:30
Address: Lincoln Central Library, Free School Lane, Lincoln, LN2 1EZ
Website: https://www.better.org.uk/library/lincolnshire/lincoln-central-library
Come and join our sensory play session for babies and pre-walkers.
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