Kids & Family in Cheltenham- Pagination 2

You've Got This, Little Pangolin

Curious little Kúye, a baby pangolin, can’t wait to grow up. Join in his adventures in a story session with illustrator Shirley Hottier and decorate your very o…

Cheltenham Literature Festival - Waterstones Children's Bookshop, Cheltenham

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Biguana Puppet Storytime

Make your own puppet and join in the super silly storytime featuring your creation with the author and illustrator of Biguana, Michael Parkin.

Cheltenham Literature Festival - Waterstones Children's Bookshop, Cheltenham

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Lottie Brooks with Katie Kirby

The fantastically funny, relatable Lottie Brooks diary series, by number one bestselling author and illustrator Katie Kirby, is filled with first experiences, f…

Cheltenham Literature Festival - Garden Theatre, Cheltenham

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Crime Solving Fun with Cruise Ship Kid

Award-winning children’s author and Horrible Histories West End actor Emma Swan grew up on cruise ships, ‘ship-schooled’ while travelling the world.

Parabola Arts Centre, Cheltenham

The Magic Faraway Tree

Step into the magical world of Enid Blyton's best-loved classic story The Magic Faraway Tree, where new lands appear at the top and anything can happen.

Parabola Arts Centre, Cheltenham

Time Key Adventures

Travel back to 1587 with author M. G. Leonard and join Sim, Jeopardy and Nelson aboard Sir Francis Drake’s Elizabeth Bonaventure as it sails for the raid on Cád…

Parabola Arts Centre, Cheltenham

Ridiculous Raps and Rhymes with MC Grammar and Michael Rosen

Get ready to rhyme, rap and ROAR with laughter as former Children’s Laureate Michael Rosen joins forces with teacher and author MC Grammar for an action-packed,…

Cheltenham Literature Festival - The Times and Sunday Times Forum, Cheltenham

Greg James and Chris Smith: Secret Santa

Greg James and Chris Smith need your help with an incredibly important mission. Ever heard of SANTA CLAUS, a kindly old man who delivers presents to kids each C…

Parabola Arts Centre, Cheltenham

Little People, BIG DREAMS

Discover how Little People, BIG DREAMS creator Maria Isabel Sánchez Vegara researches real-life heroes and turns their stories into inspiring picture books thro…

Cheltenham Literature Festival - Garden Theatre, Cheltenham

Come Be a Wild Thing

Join the wild rumpus of Maurice Sendak’s Where the Wild Things Are. Guided by musicians Caelia (violin) and Kieron (guitar, keyboard) from The Enchanted Cinema,…

Cheltenham Literature Festival - The Hive, Cheltenham

Aardman Model Making Workshops: Shaun the Sheep

Join us for a fun and hands on model making session. Get creative with clay and take your make home with you.

The Queens Hotel, Cheltenham

Make a Minifold Zine

Step into the cozy realm of ink-stained paper and whispered tales. Lize Meddings, the brilliant graphic novelist behind The Sad Ghost Club, guides you through a…

The Queens Hotel, Cheltenham

Aardman Model Making Workshops: Gromit

Join us for a fun and hands on model making session. Get creative with clay and take your make home with you.

The Queens Hotel, Cheltenham

Hidden World of Micro Life

Learn about the minuscule creatures all around us with expert author Jess French. From glass-shelled snails to extraordinary tardigrades, discover incredible mi…

The Pillar Room, Cheltenham

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Gruffalo Granny Storytime

Journey into the deep dark wood with stellar storyteller, Liz Fost to meet the newest family member, Gruffalo Granny.

Dunkertons, Cheltenham

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Jodie Ounsley: Keep Smashing It

Athlete, trailblazer and Gladiators’ star, Fury, Jodie Ounsley shares inspiring stories and top tips to help you believe in yourself, overcome obstacles and sma…

Parabola Arts Centre, Cheltenham

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Russel Kane's Comedy Pet Show

Prepare for a raucous, high energy time with comedian, Russell Kane, as he brings his love of pets - and his brand new picture book - to life on stage.

Parabola Arts Centre, Cheltenham

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Create a Tiny, Mighty Comic

Bring comic adventures to life with Tiny Hercules creators Jon Lock and Nich Angell.

The Queens Hotel, Cheltenham

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Wriggly Worm Animation

Join author-illustrator Jess Mountfield (Jam is For Eating!) in a fun, hands-on animation workshop.

The Queens Hotel, Cheltenham

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Real Animals, Remarkable Tales

Join Michael Morpurgo and Chloe Dalton for a magical celebration of stories inspired by animals.

Parabola Arts Centre, Cheltenham

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Cressida Cowell: Dragons and Magic

Join Cressida Cowell, creator of the book and film sensation How to Train Your Dragon, and other bestselling series Which Way to Anywhere and The Wizards of Onc…

Cheltenham Literature Festival - Garden Theatre, Cheltenham

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Holomonsters The Game That Comes Alive

Let the battle begin in this gaming-themed event exploring tech, AI and imagination.

Cheltenham Literature Festival - The Hive, Cheltenham

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Andy Day Dino Racers

Andy Day - star of preschool TV series Andy’s Adventures and Andy and the Band - will be bringing his signature humour and energy to a dino-tastic event celebra…

Cheltenham Literature Festival - Garden Theatre, Cheltenham

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Super Mr Panda

Join award-winning author-illustrator Steve Antony for a lively, laughter-filled event starring everyone’s favourite polite (and not-so-patient) bear, Mr Panda.…

Cheltenham Literature Festival - The Hive, Cheltenham

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The Colour Monster Story and Playtime

Join storyteller Amber Ogunsanya-William and the lovable Colour Monster for a gentle journey through feelings, celebrating 10 years of this modern classic by An…

Cheltenham Literature Festival - The Hive, Cheltenham

The Colour Monster Goes to School Story and Play

Join storyteller Amber Ogunsanya-William as she brings Anna Llenas’s The Colour Monster Goes to School to life in this special storytelling event.

Cheltenham Literature Festival - The Hive, Cheltenham

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Dear Zoo

Dear Zoo the timeless children’s classic book returns to the stage!See our characters write to the Zoo. Who will be delivered?

Cheltenham Town Hall, Cheltenham

October Half Term: Ghosts, Pumpkins & Tudor Tales

This October half term, follow a trail of pumpkins through the grounds and historic rooms of Sudeley Castle and uncover the castle’s spooky secrets.

Sudeley Castle, Cheltenham

Creative Explorers: October Half-Term

An artist led holiday club for 5-11 year olds who love to make, share and play. We will collaborate on engaging individual and group craft projects with a focus…

The Wilson, Cheltenham

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The Three Little Pigs

Once upon a time, in a muddy field by the farm, there lived THREE LITTLE PIGS.Following the huge success of ‘The Three Billy Goats Gruff’, Lost The Plot Theatri…

Cheltenham Playhouse, Cheltenham

Halloween Morning in Aid of WellChild

WellChild are back for another fun filled toddler morning with a Halloween twist! Expect bubbles, mini instruments, music, dancing, singing and lots of wonderfu…

Elkstone Studios, Cheltenham

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Fireworks Party Cheltenham Cricket Club

Experience on of Cheltenham's biggest family nights of the year at Cheltenham Cricket Club's Fairview Fireworks Party on Friday 6th November.

Cheltenham Cricket Ground, Cheltenham

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Dear Santa

Santa is determined to deliver the most fantastic Christmas present to Sarah, but he doesn't get it right straight away!

Cheltenham Town Hall, Cheltenham

Santa's Best Ever Christmas

The Santa Show 2026:Santa’s Best Ever Christmasthe show where every child gets a present from Santa!Following last year’s sell-out performances of Santa’s Chris…

The Bacon Theatre, Cheltenham

The Bubble Spectacular

Enter the bubbly-brilliant world of Dr Hubble, as he presents The Bubble Spectacular – a fun-filled, out of this world, bubble-riffic show!Expect to be amazed a…

Cheltenham Town Hall, Cheltenham

May Half Term

May Half Term celebrations will return in 2027! Sign up to our newsletter to be the first to book:

Cotswold Farm Park, Cheltenham