Kids

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Broadway And Beyond

Clearer Productions presents a showcase of well-loved numbers from film and stage musicals, including Carousel, South Pacific, Cabaret, Chicago and Spamalot.

Broadway Theatre, London SE6

Wed 22 May

£9 (£6.50) / 020 8690 0002

  • 14:00

Oldham Coliseum Theatre

Sat 1 Jun

£14.50–£16.50 / 0161 624 2829

  • 19:30

Plowright Theatre, Scunthorpe

Sun 9 Jun

£15 / 01724 277733

  • 17:00

Glenfield Library, Leicester

Wed 22 May

Free / 0116 287 2934

  • 10:00 – 11:30

Wed 29 May

Free / 0116 287 2934

  • 10:00 – 11:30

Wed 5 Jun

Free / 0116 287 2934

  • 10:00 – 11:30
…and 3 more dates until 26 Jun

Canada Day London

Ex-pats and wannabe canucks alike are invited to the Canada Day festivities at Trafalgar Square. Events showcasing Canadian fashion, food, art and sport (hockey, of course!) go off throughout the day. It's all capped off with a concert featuring multiple Juno award winners the Tragically Hip and Jann Arden.

Trafalgar Square, London WC2

Mon 1 Jul

Free / 020 7606 163

  • 10:30 – 22:30

Cannock Chase Military History Weekend

A celebration of the region's military past with hands-on activities for all the family and proceeds going towards Help for Heroes.

Cannock Chase Visitors Centre

Sat 17 Aug

Free (there is a small charge for archery)

  • 10:00 – 16:00

Sun 18 Aug

Free (there is a small charge for archery)

  • 10:00 – 16:00

Cargo Hold Comedy for Kids

There's loads of family fun in Stephen Halkett's live stand up show.

The Tall Ship at Riverside, Glasgow

Sat 15 Jun

£5 (£3) / 0141 357 3699

Part of West End Festival.

  • 13:30
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CCH Community Fun Day

Fundraising fun for all the family.

Maryhill Community Central Hall, Glasgow

Sat 25 May

Free / 0141 331 7673

  • 12:00 – 16:00

Charlie Fletcher: Far Rockaway

Fletcher talks about his latest adventure book, and delves into his time working in film and TV. Ages 9+.

Harmony Garden, Melrose

Sat 15 Jun

£5 / 0844 357 1060

Part of Borders Book Festival.

Children's Landrover Safari

Exciting landrover tour for children aged 5–11, taking in Glencoe's fascinating wildlife and bloody and dramatic history. Outdoor clothing is required. Booking is essential.

Glencoe & Dalness

Wed 3 Jul

£8 per child / 0844 493 2222

  • 10:30 – 12:00

Wed 10 Jul

£8 per child / 0844 493 2222

  • 10:30 – 12:00

Wed 17 Jul

£8 per child / 0844 493 2222

  • 10:30 – 12:00
…and 9 more dates until 23 Oct

Ashby De La Zouch Museum, Ashby-de-la-Zouch

Wed 18 Sep

£3 inc refreshments / 01530 560090

  • 10:30

Firth Park Library, Sheffield

Fri 24 May

Free / 0114 203 7433

  • 09:30 – 12:30

Fri 31 May

Free / 0114 203 7433

  • 09:30 – 12:30

Fri 7 Jun

Free / 0114 203 7433

  • 09:30 – 12:30
…and 7 more dates until 26 Jul

Newbold Verdon Library, Leicester

Fri 31 May

£1 / 0116 305 3661

  • 10:00 – 12:00

Fri 28 Jun

£1 / 0116 305 3661

  • 10:00 – 12:00

Fri 26 Jul

£1 / 0116 305 3661

  • 10:00 – 12:00

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Craft Fair

A chance to browse and buy local crafts.

Brancepeth Castle, Durham

Fri 26 Jul

£2.50 ( £1.50) / 0191 378 0628

  • 10:00 – 17:00

Sat 27 Jul

£2.50 ( £1.50) / 0191 378 0628

  • 10:00 – 18:00

Sun 28 Jul

£2.50 ( £1.50) / 0191 378 0628

  • 12:00 – 17:00
…and 3 more dates until 24 Nov

Brantwood, Coniston: Home Of John Ruskin

Sat 2 Nov

£2 for craft fair & house / 01539 441396

  • 10:30 – 17:00

Sun 3 Nov

£2 for craft fair & house / 01539 441396

  • 10:30 – 16:00

Hoveton Hall Gardens, Norwich

Sat 25 May

Free, plus admission £7, child £3.50, OAP £6.50, family £19, under 4s free / 01603 782798

  • 10:30 – 17:00

Sun 26 May

Free, plus admission £7, child £3.50, OAP £6.50, family £19, under 4s free / 01603 782798

  • 10:30 – 17:00

Mon 27 May

Free, plus admission £7, child £3.50, OAP £6.50, family £19, under 4s free / 01603 782798

  • 10:30 – 17:00

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Crail Festival

The festival returns after a three-year gap with headliners Phil Cunningham and Aly Bain and a line-up including Mairi MacLeod, Christine Bovill, Opera Bohemia, Temple Bros playing Everly and Cobblers the Clown. As well as musical entertainment there's art, drama, theatre and outdoor activities including a sandcastle…

Various Venues, Crail

Wed 17 Jul

Times & prices vary / 01333 540108

Thu 18 Jul

Times & prices vary / 01333 540108

Fri 19 Jul

Times & prices vary / 01333 540108

…and 8 more dates until 27 Jul

Creation Station

Kids get to explore drama and visual arts, having fun and improving their creativity along the way. Ages 8–11.

Platform, Glasgow

Mon 20 May

£45 for full block / 0141 276 9696

  • 18:00 – 19:15

Mon 27 May

£45 for full block / 0141 276 9696

  • 18:00 – 19:15

Mon 3 Jun

£45 for full block / 0141 276 9696

  • 18:00 – 19:15
…and 3 more dates until 24 Jun

Cub Rangers

Themed events and activities based on woodland skills, including making a natural den, camp fire and where to find food.

National Trust: Croft Castle, Leominster

Wed 29 May

Visitor Reception

Children £3 adv booking essential, plus admission £7.70, child £4, family £19.50 / 01568 780246

  • 12:00 – 15:00

Wed 7 Aug

Visitor Reception

Children £3 adv booking essential, plus admission £7.70, child £4, family £19.50 / 01568 780246

  • 12:00 – 15:00

Wed 14 Aug

Visitor Reception

Children £3 adv booking essential, plus admission £7.70, child £4, family £19.50 / 01568 780246

  • 12:00 – 15:00
…and 2 more dates until 28 Aug

Darren Shan: Zom-B

Shan talks about his (kid-friendly!) zombie apocalypse series.

Harmony Garden, Melrose

Sun 16 Jun

£5 / 0844 357 1060

Ages 12+. Part of Borders Book Festival.

Digital Design Drop In

An opportunity to meet with and chat with visiting digital artists who explore the intersection of technology, art and design in their work.

Victoria & Albert Museum, London SW7

Sat 22 Jun

Room 133, Furniture

Free / 020 7942 2000

  • 13:00 – 16:00
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Dip-a-dee-doo-dah

Learn more about pond life at this family event.

The Ashoka Car Park, Glasgow

Sun 19 May

Free

  • 13:30 – 15:30

Discover! Fitba' Crazy

Arts and crafts inspired by the beautiful game and the exhibition More Than a Game: How Scotland Shaped World Football.

Kelvingrove Art Gallery & Museum, Glasgow

Sat 1 Jun

Free / 0141 276 9599

  • 13:30 – 16:00

Sun 2 Jun

Free / 0141 276 9599

  • 13:30 – 16:00

Discover Panorama Tower Day

Discover the views of Worcestershire from the extraordinary Panorama Tower. See if you can spot famous Worcestershire landmarks from this famous vantage point.

National Trust: Croome Park, Severn Stoke, Worcester

Sun 9 Jun

£2.50 / 01905 371006

  • 12:00 – 15:00

Sun 14 Jul

£2.50 / 01905 371006

  • 12:00 – 15:00

Sun 11 Aug

£2.50 / 01905 371006

  • 12:00 – 15:00

Sun 13 Oct

£2.50 / 01905 371006

  • 12:00 – 15:00

Drop-In Holiday Workshops

Arty outdoor activities inspired by the Jupiter artists to make the summer hols that little bit more creative. Suitable for ages 5–13.

Jupiter Artland, Wilkieston

Fri 5 Jul

£6 / 01506 889900

Today: 'Purple Haze' – A painting workshop based on Anya Gallaccio's installation.

  • 13:00 – 15:00

Sat 6 Jul

£6 / 01506 889900

Today: 'Tree Image' – Painting and drawing workshop based on the art techniques of Tania Kovat.

  • 13:00 – 15:00

Fri 12 Jul

£6 / 01506 889900

Today: 'Earth Moving' – Create your own clay and earth sculpture.

  • 13:00 – 15:00
…and 13 more dates until 24 Aug

Edinburgh Little League Junior Baseball

If you harbour visions of your kids pitching for the Red Sox one day, these weekly baseball matches and training sessions should help them hone their ball skills and give you a taste of classic Americana to boot (don't forget the hot dogs and potato chips). Ages 6–13.

Warriston Playing Fields, Edinburgh

Sun 19 May

Free

  • 13:00 – 15:00

Sun 26 May

Free

  • 13:00 – 15:00

Sun 2 Jun

Free

  • 13:00 – 15:00
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Emil And The Detectives (Over 7s)

  • Directed by: Bijan Sheibani
  • Written by: Carl Miller (adapt)

An adventurous version by Carl Miller, of Erich Kastner's book on how a young boy journeying by himself to Berlin discovers the kindness of strangers. Directed by Bijan Sheibani.

National Theatre: Olivier, London SE1

Mon 25 Nov

£12–£48 (Children £13–£24) / 020 7452 3000

  • 19:00

Tue 26 Nov

£12–£48 (Children £13–£24) / 020 7452 3000

  • 19:00

Wed 27 Nov

£12–£48 (Children £13–£24) / 020 7452 3000

  • 19:00
…and 17 more dates until 19 Dec

Falkirk parkrun

An informal weekly 5k run in Callendar Park. Everyone is welcome, no matter how fast or slow (you're welcome to walk the route, bring your dog or push a buggy), so you can use it as a one-off fitness test, a chance to get some fresh air or come every week to try to beat your personal best time. It's friendly and free, and…

Callendar Park, Falkirk

Sat 25 May

Free

  • 09:30

Sat 1 Jun

Free

  • 09:30

Sat 8 Jun

Free

  • 09:30
…and 28 more dates until 21 Dec

Family Friendly Weekend

Creative workshops for families inspired by Glasgow Museums' collections, plus short, family-friendly tours throughout the day.

Glasgow Museums Resource Centre

Sat 25 May

Free / 0141 276 9300

  • 11:00 – 13:00
  • 14:00 – 15:30

Sun 26 May

Free / 0141 276 9300

  • 11:00 – 13:00
  • 14:00 – 15:30

Sat 15 Jun

Free / 0141 276 9300

  • 11:00 – 15:30

Sun 16 Jun

Free / 0141 276 9300

  • 11:00 – 15:30

Family Fun Day

Fun for all the family with activities throughout the grounds of Scone Palace.

Scone Palace, Perth

Sun 4 Aug

£6 (£5.40; Children £4.20; Family £19) / 01738 552300

  • 09:30 – 17:00

Famous People Collage

Cut out pictures of your favourite famous folk or characters from TV and film and make a collage for your bedroom wall.

National Museum of Scotland, Edinburgh

Sat 20 Jul

Free / 0300 123 6789

  • 10:30 – 12:30
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