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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Dinosaurium: Re-Imagined Creatures
19th July-11th January 2026
Venue: Banbury Museum
Website: www.banburymuseum.org
Dinosaurium: Reimagined Creatures explores our relationship with the history of dinosaur discoveries. From ancient fossil finds that inspired legends of dragons, iconic film franchises like Jurassic Park...
Land of Lights Lantern Festival
18th October-28th February 2026
Venue: Gulliver's Land
Website: https://miltonkeynes.landoflights.co.uk
The award-winning Land of Lights returns to Milton Keynes for a fourth season. Wander through dazzling portals into dreamworlds, explore larger-than-life lanterns, and discover why families return year...
The Witch's House
22nd October-2nd November 2026
Venue: Cogges Manor Farm
Website: www.cogges.org.uk
Take a journey through the house and step into the movies. From Frankenstein, Ghostbusters, ET, Harry Potter, Gremlins, Shrek and many more. There’s also fun Halloween craft activities (full details...
Beauty and the Beast
19th November-18th January 2026
Venue: Chipping Norton Theatre
Website: www.chippingnortontheatre.com
Meet Marie and follow her journey to see who will win her heart. Discover the mysterious Beast in the spooky chateau and encounter scientists, evil enchantresses and the utterly brilliant Dame Fifi Fromage!...
A Choristership in New College
24th November-1st February 2026
Venue: Choir of New College Oxford
Website: www.newcollegechoir.com
New College is holding auditions in January 2026 for boys currently in year 2 to start in September 2026 in Year 3. The choristers are educated at New College School and enjoy a world-class musical education...
Board Games Night
24th November-1st February 2026
Venue: The Light Banbury
Website: www.banbury.thelight.co.uk/whatson
Visit every Monday at 4pm to play some of your favourite retro games incliding Jenga, Scrabble, Uno, Jumanji and lots more! Free to attend.
Family days at the Science Oxford Centre
24th November-1st February 2026
Venue: Science Oxford Centre
Website: https://scienceoxford.com/whats-on/family-days
Young adventurers can get hands-on in the Exploration Zone and outdoors with nature trails and the Water Lab. Explore, discover and play with interactive exhibits, experiment with circuits and spinning...
Kart Silverstone
24th November-1st February 2026
Venue: Silverstone
Website: www.silverstone.co.uk
Buckle up for full throttle karting thrills at the home of British motorsport! Whether it’s your little one’s first race or a full-on family showdown, there’s a session built for every age, skill...
Kumon Free Assessment
24th November-1st February 2026
Venue: Various venues
Website: www.kumon.co.uk
Kumon study centres across the country, offer individualised maths and English study programmes tailored to all ages and abilities. Designed to develop their independent study skills and confidently tackle...
Sparks Film School
24th November-1st February 2026
Venue: Sparks Film Media Arts Oxford
Website: www.sparksarts.co.uk
Sparks Film School is a youth film school for ages 5-18, with activities for young filmmakers based in Oxford. They welcome young filmmakers from all over Oxfordshire to supercharge their skills and realise...
Swim School of Oxfordshire
24th November-1st February 2026
Venue: Various venues
Website: www.swimschoolofoxfordshire.co.uk
Private swim school providing intensive swimming courses and weekly lessons to adults and children across Oxfordshire. They currently offer lessons at Oxford University Sports Centre, OX4 1EQ, Oxford High...
Ultimate Activity Camps
24th November-1st February 2026
Venue: Various locations
Website: https://www.ultimateactivity.co.uk/locations/bromley-eltham-college
Ultimate Activity Camps provide outstanding Ofsted regulated childcare for 4.5-14 year olds during the school holidays. This childcare is delivered through a fantastic range of exciting activities, whether...
Wychwood School
24th November-1st February 2026
Venue: 74 Banbury Rd
Website: https://wychwoodschool.org
Wychwood School is a independent co-educational school for pupils aged 11-18 in the heart of Oxford. They offer a wide range of activities and clubs, and these can be enjoyed during the lunch break or...
Oxford Swim School
1st December-1st February 2026
Venue: Belbroughton Rd, Summertown
Website: www.oxfordswimschool.co.uk
Swimming lessons for children aged 4-13 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...
Wonderful Winter Family Trail
5th December-30th January 2026
Venue: Pitt Rivers Museum
Website: www.prm.ox.ac.uk
Explore the Museum with an exciting new wintry trail. Find the snowflakes hidden around the Museum and learn about objects from snowy environments. Pick up trails from the Pitt Rivers Museum entrance.Free,...
Comedy Club 4 Kids
31st January 2026
Venue: Mill Arts Centre
Website: www.themillartscentre.co.uk
Cracking entertainment for everyone over six years old and under 400 years old (no vampires). It’s just like a normal comedy club, but it’s on in the day, kids are allowed in, and thus there is a...
Family Dance Party
31st January 2026
Venue: Pegasus Theatre
Website: www.pegasustheatre.org.uk
With a magical mix of music played by a live DJ, the funkiest lighting, and bubbles and games galore, you’ll see why these sessions have been entertaining Oxford for over 9 years. Put on your dancing...
The Ultimate Ariana Grande Tribute
31st January 2026
Venue: The Kenton
Website: www.thekenton.org.uk
Experience the music, the moves, and the unmistakable voice of one of the biggest pop sensations of our time. This dazzling tribute act brings Ariana Grande’s greatest hits to life in a high-energy,...
Varna International Ballet - Cinderella
2nd February 2026
Venue: New Theatre Oxford
Website: www.atgtickets.com
With Prokofiev’s exhilarating score, stunning choreography, and vibrant costumes, this beloved fairy tale springs to life on stage.Experience the magic, the music, and the timeless story where kindness,...
Varna International Ballet - The Nutcracker
3rd February 2026
Venue: New Theatre Oxford
Website: www.atgtickets.com
When midnight strikes, we are swept away to a fairy-tale world where nothing is quite as it seems, toy dolls spring to life, the Mouse-king and his mouse-army battle with the Nutcracker Prince and we travel...
Treasure Island
18th-21st February 2026
Venue: Cooper School Performance Hall
Website: www.ticketsource.co.uk/Ivp
This is a family show, suitable for all ages and includes all the traditional pantomime elements, with plenty of magic, comedy and audience participation. Will the wicked Captain Hook get his hands on...