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 Sussex
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Monkey Puzzle trail at Bateman’s
23rd May-1st November 2026
Venue: Bateman's
As you explore the house and garden, you’ll step into the world of Monkey Puzzle, meeting friendly jungle characters and taking on interactive games and challenges along the way, from hook a bat and...
Monkey Puzzle trail at Bateman's
2nd July-1st November 2026
Venue: Bateman's
As you explore the house and garden, you’ll step into the world of Monkey Puzzle, meeting friendly jungle characters and taking on interactive games and challenges along the way, from hook a bat and...
Halloween adventures at Paradise Park
3rd October-1st November 2026
Venue: Paradise Park
Explore Gristle Grotlin’s Creepy Creatures Discovery Trail, meet Barry the Burping Bog Monster, Squealbert the Sky Pig, Naughty Newhaven Gnomes and Franken-Crackers the Parrot at the Undead Disco. Discover...
October Half Term Halloween Trail: We're Going on a Ghost Hunt
3rd October-1st November 2026
Venue: Chartwell
Follow the ghost-filled trail through the garden and into the woodland. Along the way, discover eight spooky stops packed with fun games, activities and playful challenges. A perfect Halloween outing for...
PYO Pumpkins
3rd-18th October 2026
Venue: Sharnfold Farm
Head to the PYO Pumpkin Patch on selected weekends from 3–18 October, where hundreds of pumpkins, seasonal displays and picture-perfect photo spots await. Entry is just £7.45 per person when booked...
Cooking with kids
Create funny faces, add some carrot hair and watch these little monsters disappear!
Stay safe on darker days
Simple tips to help children stay visible and confident on autumn journeys to school.
Competition time
Our latest competitions are here — browse our listings and get your entries in before it’s too late!
Annie Comes to Crawley
The smash-hit West End production returns to The Hawth Crawley from 20 – 24 October!