Before 12pm, Kids | Events

MHOR Festival

A huge array of activities are on offer at this festival, including baking competitions, a Great British Feast with food prepared by star Scottish chefs and many more activities for kids and adults alive. There's plenty to eat and drink, too – from a barbecue to an oyster bar, beer festival and a food market buffet. A…

Monachyle Mhor, Lochearnhead

Sat 25 May

Prices vary / 01877 384622

11:00

BodyWorks

An exhibition all about how your body works, with the chance to perform a virtual autopsy, run in a giant hamster wheel and become a 'snot ninja' (lovely). Compare your physiological stats with other visitors and find out about all the latest scientific research into your very own body.

Glasgow Science Centre

Fri 24 May

Included in admission / 0141 420 5000

10:00 – 17:00

Sat 25 May

Included in admission / 0141 420 5000

10:00 – 17:00

Sun 26 May

Included in admission / 0141 420 5000

10:00 – 17:00

…and 584 more dates until 31 Dec 2014

Story Time

England's Lane Books, London NW3

Mon 27 May

Phone for prices / 020 7596 9764

11:00

Mon 3 Jun

Phone for prices / 020 7596 9764

11:00

Mon 10 Jun

Phone for prices / 020 7596 9764

11:00

…and 7 more dates until 29 Jul

Linghams Bookshop, Wirral

Sat 25 May

Phone for prices / 0151 342 7290

11:00

Sat 1 Jun

Phone for prices / 0151 342 7290

11:00 – 11:30

Sat 8 Jun

Phone for prices / 0151 342 7290

11:00 – 11:30

…and 7 more dates until 27 Jul

Marcus Garvey Library, London N15

Mon 27 May

Phone for prices / 020 8489 5309

10:30 – 11:30

Mon 3 Jun

Phone for prices / 020 8489 5309

10:30 – 11:30

Mon 10 Jun

Phone for prices / 020 8489 5309

10:30 – 11:30

…and 7 more dates until 29 Jul

Baby Loves Disco

Baby Loves Disco is a chance for kids aged six months–seven years (and their parents) to get their respective grooves on, alongside the chance to sample the delights of bubble machines, instruments and a Gymboree chillout zone, with face-painting and healthy snacks included.

Audio, Brighton

Mon 27 May

£8 / 08444 999990

Part of Brighton Fringe Festival.

12:00 – 14:00

Toddler Time

Take the wee ones along for songs, stories and fun with a different theme inspired by the museum each week. Suitable for under fives.

Kelvingrove Art Gallery & Museum, Glasgow

Fri 31 May

Free / 0141 276 9599

11:30 – 12:00

Fri 7 Jun

Free / 0141 276 9599

11:30 – 12:00

Fri 14 Jun

Free / 0141 276 9599

11:30 – 12:00

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Baby Booty Sale

Table top sale of second-hand items for your baby or child. Enjoy a morning of thrifty shopping and reward yourself afterwards with a coffee and cake from the in-house cafe.

Ardler Complex, Dundee

Sun 9 Jun

£1 (Children free) / 07921 392635

10:30 – 13:00

Kelvin Hall International Sports Arena, Glasgow

Sat 25 May

£1 (Children free) / 0141 276 1450

10:30 – 13:00

Stirling County Rugby Club

Sun 2 Jun

£1 (Children free) / 01786 478866

10:30 – 13:00

Tiddler and Other Terrific Tales

Brand new show from award-winning Scamp Theatre (Stick Man). Adapted from the bestselling books written by Children’s Laureate Julia Donaldson and illustrated by Axel Scheffler (creators of The Gruffalo). A magical collection of Julia Donaldson’s most popular titles including Tiddler, The Smartest Giant in Town and A…

Underbelly Bristo Square, Edinburgh

Thu 1 Aug

£6 / 08445 458252

Preview

11:45 – 12:35

Fri 2 Aug

£11 (£10) / 08445 458252

11:45 – 12:35

Sat 3 Aug

£10 (£9) / 08445 458252

11:45 – 12:35

…and 22 more dates until 26 Aug

International Geek Day

Waterstones Covent Garden, London WC2E

Sat 25 May

Free / 020 7836 6757

10:15 – 20:00

Jack and Jill Market

An opportunity for mums and dads to buy and sell nearly-new baby and kids' (ages 0–9) items of good quality. Book a stall to sell or turn up on the day to grab a bargain.

Ravenscraig Regional Sports Facility, Motherwell

Sat 25 May

£1 / 07794 240065

10:30 – 13:30
10:30 – 13:30

West Lothian College, Livingston

Sun 26 May

£1 / 07794 240065

10:30 – 13:30
10:30 – 13:30

Zippos Circus: Carnaval

The newest show from the well-travelled circus, featuring horse rider Nicky de Neumann, a bunch of motorbikes in a giant ball known as the 'Globe of Death' and the flying acrobats of Havana Troupe, among many other circus favourites.

The Pavilion, Perry Barr, Birmingham

Sun 2 Jun

£7–£16 (Children £5–£13) / 0871 210 2100

11:00

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Dora the Explorer Live

A live musical adventure with Dora as she sets off in search of the City of Lost Toys with help from Map, Backpack, Boots, Diego and, of course, the audience!

Alhambra Theatre, Bradford

Wed 26 Jun

£16–£18 (Children £14–£16) / 01274 432000

10:00

The Anvil, Basingstoke

Sat 1 Jun

£16–£18 ( £55–£65; Children £14–£16 under 16s) / 01256 844244

10:30

Sun 2 Jun

£16–£18 ( £55–£65; Children £14–£16 under 16s) / 01256 844244

10:30

Assembly Hall Theatre, Tunbridge Wells

Wed 19 Jun

£16 (Children £14; £55–£65) / 01892 530613

10:00

Thu 20 Jun

£16 (Children £14; £55–£65) / 01892 530613

10:00

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…and at 5 other places

Fifty Years Young: Family Day and Barbecue

Get the whole family out for this veggie BBQ, complete with kebabs and kids' activities. There's also a bicycle-powered smoothie maker on hand, which right there is reason enough to attend. Of course, it's all free, so there's that, too.

Henderson's @ St John's, Edinburgh

Mon 27 May

Free / 0131 229 0212

Part of Henderson's 50/50 Food Festival.

12:00 – 16:00

Alien Invasion

A special extraterrestrial exhibition featuring costumes and props from some of the most iconic sci-fi films and TV shows of all time. Browse memorabilia from the likes of Predator, Star Wars and Doctor Who, or take in the 360 degree film, We Are Aliens, narrated by Rupert Grint (AKA Ron Weasley).

Our Dynamic Earth, Edinburgh

Fri 24 May

Included in admission / 0131 550 7800

10:00 – 17:30

Sat 25 May

Included in admission / 0131 550 7800

10:00 – 17:30

Sun 26 May

Included in admission / 0131 550 7800

10:00 – 17:30

…and 33 more dates until 28 Jun

Claytime: Indefinite Articles (Ages 3-6)

An interactive children's show which combines clay modelling and story telling to create an imaginative world of endlessly morphing characters. Please come prepared to get stuck into messy play.

Berry Theatre, Southampton

Tue 4 Jun

£6 / 01489 799499

11:30

Ben And Holly's Little Kingdom

Directed by: Richard Lewis
Written by: Mani Svavarsson (music)

Richard Lewis's adaptation of the award-winning television animation set in a miniature world of fairies, elves and insects. The production features original music by Mani Svavarsson, with original lyrics by Matt Lewis.

Corn Exchange, King's Lynn

Sun 23 Jun

£13.50 (Children £11.50; £33.75–£45) / 01553 764864

10:00

Darlington Civic Theatre

Thu 30 May

£13.50–£15.50 / 01325 486555

10:00

Grand Theatre, Blackpool

Sun 9 Jun

£12.50–£14.50 (Children £10.50–£12.50 under 16s) / 01253 290190

10:00

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Silver Boxes for Tiny Trinkets

Make a wee silver trinket box and decorate it with embossed silver and coloured stones.

Museum of Edinburgh

Sat 25 May

Free / 0131 529 4143

10:30 – 12:30

Sat 31 Aug

Free / 0131 529 4143

10:30 – 12:30

Sky Studios: Tour

An opportunity to go behind the scenes at a television studio, as Sky offers you the chance for your time in the spotlight. Present a news bulletin, or be the director, and share the experience with your family and friends.

The O2 Arena, London SE10

Fri 24 May

Entertainment Avenue

Free / 0844 856 0202

12:00 – 20:00

Sat 25 May

Entertainment Avenue

Free / 0844 856 0202

12:00 – 20:00

Sun 26 May

Entertainment Avenue

Free / 0844 856 0202

12:00 – 20:00

…and 219 more dates until 31 Dec

Storytime

Children can listen to a variety of stories.

Brompton Library, London SW5

Wed 29 May

Free / 0207 3613010

10:00 – 10:30

Wed 5 Jun

Free / 0207 3613010

10:00 – 10:30

Wed 12 Jun

Free / 0207 3613010

10:00 – 10:30

…and 7 more dates until 31 Jul

Central Library, Sheffield

Mon 27 May

Free / 0114 273 4102

10:45 – 12:00

Mon 3 Jun

Free / 0114 273 4102

10:45 – 12:00

Mon 10 Jun

Free / 0114 273 4102

10:45 – 12:00

…and 7 more dates until 29 Jul

Clitheroe Library

Thu 6 Jun

Free / 01200 428788

10:00 – 10:30

Thu 13 Jun

Free / 01200 428788

10:00 – 10:30

Thu 20 Jun

Free / 01200 428788

10:00 – 10:30

…and 5 more dates until 25 Jul

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Aston's Stones: Teater Pero (Ages 3-6)

A story about the little dog who wants to take care of all the stones he can find. Some are big and some are small. One is sad and another one feels cold. All are in need of someone to care for them.

Sherman Cymru, Cardiff

Wed 29 May

Theatre 2

£7 / 029 2064 6900

11:00

Thu 30 May

Theatre 2

£7 / 029 2064 6900

11:00

Fri 31 May

Theatre 2

£7 / 029 2064 6900

11:00

Sat 1 Jun

Theatre 2

£7 / 029 2064 6900

11:00

Theatre Royal, Bath

Thu 6 Jun

The Egg

£7.50 (Children £6.50; £6.50) / 01225 448844

10:30

Fri 7 Jun

The Egg

£7.50 (Children £6.50; £6.50) / 01225 448844

10:30

Sat 8 Jun

The Egg

£7.50 (Children £6.50; £6.50) / 01225 448844

11:30

The Welfare, Swansea

Mon 27 May

£7 (£6; Children £6; £24) / 01639 843163

11:00

Baby Bounce & Rhyme (Under 18 Months)

A fun and learning session for babies.

Harris Library, Preston

Wed 29 May

Free / 01772 532676

10:30 – 11:00

Wed 5 Jun

Free / 01772 532676

10:30 – 11:00

Wed 12 Jun

Free / 01772 532676

10:30 – 11:00

…and 7 more dates until 31 Jul

Ivybridge Library

Thu 30 May

Free / 01752 893140

10:30 – 10:50

Thu 6 Jun

Free / 01752 893140

10:30 – 10:50

Thu 13 Jun

Free / 01752 893140

10:30 – 10:50

…and 6 more dates until 25 Jul

Kidsgrove Library, Stoke-on-Trent

Fri 31 May

Free / 01782 782445

09:45 – 10:15
10:30 – 11:00

Fri 7 Jun

Free / 01782 782445

09:45 – 10:15
10:30 – 11:00

Fri 14 Jun

Free / 01782 782445

09:45 – 10:15
10:30 – 11:00

…and 6 more dates until 26 Jul back to top

Dotty The Dragon: Blunderbus Theatre Company (Ages 3-7)

An enchanting fairy tale adventure with a very happy ending. This clever new show comes to life with an irresistible blend of live music, fabulous puppets and high energy storytelling.

Congress Theatre, Cwmbran

Tue 28 May

£6 (Children £5; £5) / 01633 868239

11:30

Radlett Centre

Sat 28 Sep

£7 / 01923 859291

11:30

Robots Live!

If for you, like us, Robot Wars was once essential tea-time viewing, you'll have to come along and cheer on some of the competitors. There's also a chance to meet scientists and see how they're shaping our future, technological challenges and an interactive workshop.

National Museum of Flight, North Berwick

Sun 16 Jun

£10.50 (£8.50; Children £5 under 5s free; Family £27.50) / 0300 123 6789

10:00 – 17:00

ScotFest

A one-day celebration of homeland food and drink, craft, design and live music. You can nibble your way around the food fair, with samples of regional produce from Galloway Fudge to Arbroath Smokies. The craft fair sells a range of products from handmade cards to woodcarvings, while there's live music throughout the day.

Cochrane Park, Alva

Sat 13 Sep

Prices to be confirmed / 01259 215111

10:30 – 16:30

Scotland's National Airshow

Over two hours of high-octane aerial displays ranging from historic warbirds to contemporary military jets. There are also family activities and displays to enjoy.