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 Yorkshire, North
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Land of Lights Lantern Festival
8th November-31st January 2026
Venue: Gulliver’s World, WA5 9YZ
The award-winning Land of Lights Lantern Festival arrives in Rotherham for the first time ever. Discover a world of colour, creativity, and after-dark magic; perfect for unforgettable evenings with family...
February Messy Play
3rd February 2026
Time: 11am
Venue: Claro Lounge
Address: 39 Market Pl S, Ripon HG4 1BZ
A messy play session based all around love! Suitable from 6 months to 5 years old. £5.50 per child
Valentine's Keepsakes
9th February 2026
Time: 11am
Venue: Ontano Lounge
Address: 189 High St, Northallerton DL7 8LQ
Come along and make some beautiful items to take home and treasure or gift to the ones you love. Who would like to make a footprint heart or a handprint lovebug? Suitable from newborn to 5 years. £10...
Valentine's Keepsakes
11th February 2026
Time: 11am
Venue: Claro Lounge
Address: 39 Market Pl S, Ripon HG4 1BZ
Come along and make some beautiful items to take home and treasure or gift to the ones you love. Who would like to make a footprint heart or a handprint lovebug? Suitable from newborn to 5 years. £10...
Valentine's Keepsakes
13th February 2026
Time: 11am
Venue: Morro Lounge
Address: 23 Market Pl, Richmond DL10 4QG
Come along and make some beautiful items to take home and treasure or gift to the ones you love. Who would like to make a footprint heart or a handprint lovebug? Suitable from newborn to 5 years. £10...
Dream big in 2026!
Leah Williamson talks football, friendship and inspiring children to be brave and confident.
Explorers, are you ready?
Test geography skills and race across the continents with BBC Bitesize’s interactive game.
The Lunch They Deserve
Young food campaigners and Emma Thompson call for urgent action to improve school food in 2026.
Family days out that inspire learning
Discover how a half-term day out can bring history, science and stories to life for your family!