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 Oxfordshire
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Brickworks
18th July-1st November 2026
Venue: Banbury Museum and Gallery
Get imaginative with brick building stations, dive into thousands of LEGO® bricks and discover incredible models created by local LEGO® enthusiasts. From freestyle building and creative experiments to...
Dinosaurs are Forever
10th August-1st November 2026
Venue: Blenheim Palace
A major new exhibition by artist Jay Jay Burridge, created in partnership with the Museum of Natural History, University of Oxford. At the heart of the exhibition are five monumental sculptures of Megalosaurus,...
Dinosaurs Are Forever
11th August-1st November 2026
Venue: Blenheim Palace
Blenheim Palace host a major new exhibition created in partnership with the Oxford University Museum of Natural History. The exhibition offers visitors a rare opportunity to encounter the world's first...
Oxford Swim School
18th September-31st December 2026
Time: Oxford Swim School
Venue: Summertown
Swimming lessons for children aged 4-14 years old. There are classes for all abilities, from non-swimmers to advanced swimmers. They use the private 25 metre pool at Oxford High School on Thursdays 4.30pm...
Home Learners Day
30th September 2026
Venue: Harcourt Arboretum
Join the Education Team for a tour of some of the amazing plants and trees at the Arboretum. There will be activities to take part in aimed at all ages. You are welcome to take along a packed lunch and...
Take on a family challenge
Get the family moving and support GOSH Charity, in Hyde Park or from home.
Competition time
Our latest competitions are here — browse our listings and get your entries in before it’s too late!
Small changes, smoother starts
Simple ways to refresh routines, support wellbeing and help children feel ready for school.
Build confidence with Kumon
Free registration for new and returning students at participating centres, 1 September – 15 October.