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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Ariel Drama Academies
17th March-5th May 2025
Venue: Various locations
Website: www.arieldrama.com
Ariel offers wide-ranging opportunities from plays, musicals, industry professional days, fully costumed productions, LAMDA and much more! Visit www.arieldrama.com or call 01444 250407 to book a free session...
Boat safaris
17th March-5th May 2025
Venue: WWT Arundel Wetland Centre
Website: www.wwt.org.uk
The Wetland Discovery Boat Safari is a twenty-minute guided trip on a quiet electric boat through beautiful wetland habitats full of seasonal wildlife.Each boat holds 8 people and the boats are wheelchair...
Crazy Fun at Hastings Adventure Golf
17th March-5th May 2025
Venue: Hastings Adventure Golf
Website: www.hastingsadventuregolf.com
Home to the World Crazy Golf Championships, Hastings Adventure Golf boasts three imaginatively designed 18-hole courses - Pirate, Adventure and Crazy. They have delicious fish and chips, homemade gelato,...
Explore, create, and connect at Wild Arts
17th March-5th May 2025
Venue: Long Furloug, Worthing
Website: www.wild-arts.com
From mindful exploration of natural and scrap materials to storytelling through movement, circus skills, and yoga, sessions are designed to spark imagination and bring children's ideas to life. Wild Arts...
Flip Out Chichester
17th March-5th May 2025
Venue: Atlas House, Glenmore Business Park
Website: www.flipout.co.uk
Race on their huge indoor inflatable assault courses, take on the Wipeout machine, shoot hoops on slam ball, speed down their drop slide, play in the soft play Funhouse and launch yourself onto the giant...
Hove Park Junior Parkrun
17th March-5th May 2025
Venue: Hove Park
Website: www.parkrun.org.uk/hovepark-juniors
A free, fun, and friendly weekly 2k event for juniors (4 to 14 year olds) every Sunday at 9am. Free to join but register before you first go along.
Journey to the Stars this Easter
17th March-5th May 2025
Venue: South Downs Planetarium
Address: High School Campus, Sir Patrick Moore Building Kingsham Farm
Website: www.southdowns.org.uk
The South Downs Planetarium in Chichester is an exciting place to visit for would-be astronauts and stargazers aged 6 years and above. Sit back and relax. Get lost in the stunning fulldome images and breathtaking...
Kids for a Quid
17th March-5th May 2025
Venue: Bluebell Railway
Website: www.bluebell-railway.com
Any child (aged between 3-15 years old) can travel on the railway for just £1 with any fare paying Adult. This ticket would allow you to travel on the railway as many times as your like throughout your...
Paradise Park and Gardens
17th March-5th May 2025
Venue: Paradise Park and Gardens
Website: www.paradisepark.co.uk
From plants to play, Paradise Park has something for all generations of the family to enjoy across the 10-acre site. Visit Planet Earth Museum, the Sussex Plant House, Sussex History Trail, and families...
Perform weekly Drama, Dance and Singing Classes
17th March-5th May 2025
Venue: Various locations
Website: www.perform.org.uk
Confidence-building drama classes for 4-7s and 7-12s. A unique mix of fun drama games, dance and singing specially designed to boost confidence, communication, concentration and coordination.To book a...
Play Cafés
17th March-5th May 2025
Venue: Chichester Festival Theatre
Website: www.cft.org.uk
Popping up for extra fun around family shows in the Minerva, children can play, snuggle up and read a book, enjoy colouring in and dressing up while grown-ups can relax with a well-earned coffee. The Play...
Raystede Daily Tour
17th March-5th May 2025
Venue: Raystede Centre for Animal Welfare
Website: www.raystede.org/visit-us/daily-tour
Raystede offer a free guided tour every day at 11.30am. Hear more about the lives of their furry and feathered friends and have the opportunity to enjoy the beautiful and tranquil animal sanctuary.Suitable...
Raystede Rangers Online Challenge
17th March-5th May 2025
Venue: Online
Website: www.raystede.org/education/for-families
Take on the challenge to become an online Raystede Ranger with games, puzzles, make and do activities and much more. Learn about all the things your pet needs to thrive and be happy. Individual certificates...
Rowfant Trail
17th March-5th May 2025
Venue: Rowfant Business Centre
Website: www.rowfanttrail.com
This enchanting trail is about creating memories and deepening your connection with nature. Cross charming bridges, wander along scenic boardwalks, and let your kids' imaginations run wild with playful...
Rox School of Dance and Drama
17th March-5th May 2025
Venue: 35a Vale Road, Brighton
Website: www.roxschoolofdancing.co.uk
Students can compete at the highest level joining the Rox competitive Junior or Intermediate Festival teams or just dance for pleasure. Visit for a free trial and see why Rox School of Dance is the perfect...
Skip's Family Workshop - The Secret Garden
17th March-5th May 2025
Venue: Theatre Royal Brighton
Website: www.atgtickets.com
Based on the classic story The Secret Garden, join this workshop packed full of wonderfully imaginative arts, crafts, making and playing around the theatre. Suitable for ages 5-10 years.
We Make Footballers Sussex
17th March-5th May 2025
Venue: Various venues
Website: www.wemakefootballers.com/worthing
Whether your child has ambitions to play for their favourite Prem team, or they’re a complete beginner, they will refine their techniques, build skills and boost their self-confidence with WMF. You can...
Winter spotter sheet
17th March-5th May 2025
Venue: Bodiam Castle
Website: www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/sussex/bodiam-castle
Look out for wildlife as you explore the landscape around Bodiam Castle, with a special spotter sheet designed by Claire Fletcher. Experience wintertime in the grounds by keeping an eye out for robins,...
Lodge Hill Easter Holiday Club
22nd March-30th May 2025
Venue: Lodge Hill Centre
Website: www.lodgehill.org.uk/events
This fun-filled Holiday Club is designed for children aged 8-12 years, offering exciting outdoor adventures in a safe, supportive environment. Plus join Lodge Hill for their next SEND Day for children...
Aardman presents Lloyd of the Flies, Wetland Bug Hunt
5th April-1st June 2025
Venue: WWT Arundel Wetland Centre
Website: www.wwt.org.uk
Dive into the wonderful world of wetland insects with Lloyd and his new friend Dart the dragonfly. Use the Lloyd of the Flies AR Bug Hunt augmented reality trail app, produced by Aardman, to shrink down...
Easter Egg Trail
5th-27th April 2025
Venue: Sheffield Park and Garden
Website: www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/sussex/sheffield-park-and-garden
Meet some of Sheffield Park and Garden's more lively residents on their duck-inspired Easter trail and play games for all the family along the way. The trail takes place from 10am-5pm, with last entry...
Spring Festival at Petworth House and Park
5th-27th April 2025
Venue: Petworth House and Park
Website: www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/sussex/petworth
The Spring Festival includes talks, demonstrations, a community art installation, art and craft workshop and family activities. From 5 - 21 April families can pick up a free 'Ben Plants a Butterfly Garden'...
Demonstrations by Call to Arms
12th April-13th September 2025
Venue: Bodiam Castle
Website: www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/sussex/bodiam-castle
Call to Arms is a group of volunteers with a passion for history and training in Historical European Martial Arts. Dressed in full armour, they show what medieval combat may have looked like, by showing...
Board Games for Families
26th April 2025
Venue: Chichester Library
Website: https://chichesterbid.co.uk/event/board-games-for-families-at-chichester-library-2/
Drop in to play board games with other families every 2nd and 4th Saturday of the month, 9am-4pm.
Spring Live!
26th-27th April 2025
Venue: South of England Showground
Website: www.seas.org.uk/spring-live
The perfect fun family day out, offering something for all ages. Enjoy plenty of live entertainment and be wowed by exciting displays and demonstrations. Visitors can also try their hand at a number of...
The Highland Joker presents: Creation – The Bubble Show
26th April 2025
Venue: Ropetackle Arts Centre
Website: www.ropetacklecentre.co.uk
Journey through an awe-inspiring story, brought to life in a dazzling display of soap and water. Immerse yourself in this spectacular adventure as the creator breathes life into light, water, plants, animals,...
Spring Bus Show
27th April 2025
Venue: Amberley Museum
Website: www.amberleymuseum.co.uk
A showcase of buses from Amberley Museum’s own collection, the Southdown Omnibus collection and a number of visiting buses.There will be bus rides all day, transporting visitors around the Museum grounds...
Sundae Club
27th April 2025
Venue: Komedia
Website: www.komedia.co.uk/shows/sundae-club
Over three fabulous hours of creative fun for kids aged 2 – 8! Book to see a wonderful children’s theatre show, enjoy a creative craft workshop by Saj from Pull & Pin and finish off the afternoon by...
Circus Zyair
30th April-5th May 2025
Venue: The Oval, Falaise Road
Website: www.circus-zyair.co.uk
Fearless acrobats and daredevil stuntmen guarantee maximum thrills by risking life and limb daily for your entertainment! Join Circus Zyair for an unforgettable experience filled with thrilling performances...
Campervan Campout
2nd-4th May 2025
Venue: South of England Event Centre
Website: www.southofenglandeventcentre.co.uk
Families will love the endless activities, from the thrilling beach barn, axe throwing, and archery to interactive games and entertainment for all ages. Plus, don’t miss out on the Silent Disco, where...
Taylormania: Taylor Swift All Eras Show
7th May 2025
Venue: The Hawth
Website: www.parkwoodtheatres.co.uk
An award winning extravaganza that plays tribute to one of the leading contemporary recording artists of our time. Katy Ellis a self obsessed Swiftie with an incredible live band and dancers promises to...
Hastings Gang Show
8th-10th May 2025
Venue: White Rock Theatre
Website: www.whiterocktheatre.org.uk
With a cast of over 100 scouts from across Hastings, Rye, & District, supported by Girl Guiding – the show will feature a dynamic mix of musical performances, comedic sketches, and dramatic storytelling....
Pirates Love Underpants
14th-15th May 2025
Venue: White Rock Theatre
Website: www.whiterocktheatre.org.uk
Join this swashbuckling party of pirates on their quest to find the fabled Pants of Gold for the Captain’s Treasure chest! Filled with music, puppetry and glittering pants of gold, arrr you ready...