Kids & Family in Leicester

Hamza Yassin

Join wildlife cameraman and presenter Hamza Yassin on a new adventure as he takes to the stage for his first nationwide theatre tour “My Life Behind the Lens”.

De Montfort Hall, Leicester

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Beauty and The Beast

When a prince is cursed to live as a beast, his only chance to break the spell is to find love before the last petal falls from an enchanted rose.

De Montfort Hall, Leicester

Fun for Little Ones - A Tribute to Ms Rachel

Bringing Ms Rachel's character to life in a fun, interactive live on stage performance with lots of audience participation for the little ones!With over 5 billi…

De Montfort Hall, Leicester

Railway Gala Day

Visit Abbey Pumping Station for a fun filled day and enjoy a ride on the "Leonard" the Steam Locomotive.The Railway will be running for just £1 per ride on the…

Abbey Pumping Station Museum, Leicester

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A Roman Adventure At Jewry Wall

We are delighted to welcome the Longthorpe Legion, who will be bringing Roman history to life on site with close-up displays of replica Roman armour, helmets an…

The Jewry Wall Museum, Leicester

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Natural History Museum Presents Dinosaurs Live!

The home of dinosaurs, London’s Natural History Museum, is going on tour!Ever since they were first identified in the 1800s, dinosaurs have sparked the imaginat…

De Montfort Hall, Leicester

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Dreamcase

Things are continuously changing when you are growing up.There isn’t a manual that helps you figure out all the things happening inside and out.The transition o…

Curve Theatre, Leicester

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The Legend of Croyf

I’m the Games Master , and I’m calling all gamers or anyone who’d enjoy a n ultimate battle with a difference !T his legendar y tale will not only excite you bu…

Curve Theatre, Leicester

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AstroSnores Sleepover

Join the Space Lates team for our 25th birthday special public sleepover in the heart of the exhibition.AstroSnores is extra special this year as we celebrate 2…

National Space Centre, Leicester

Leicester Balloon Festival

The weather is heating up! The excitement is building. Don't miss out on this spectacular family friendly event.A massive hot air balloon festival is coming to…

Victoria Park, Leicester

Leicester Dino Fest

Get ready for a prehistoric adventure as Leicester Dino Fest stomps into the city centre for a weekend packed with dinosaur-themed fun for the whole family!Pres…

Leicester Cathedral, Leicester

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A Celebration of Biodiversity Exhibition

Biodiversity and Climate themed artwork by amateur and professional artists of all ages, from around the world.

Leicester Adult Education College, Leicester

Community Festival

Join us at the University's beautiful Botanic Garden for our Community Festival. Attractions include live outdoor performances, arts and crafts, food stalls, ed…

University Of Leicester, Botanic Garden, Leicester

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Charlie and the Chocolate Factory

Come with me and you’ll be in a world of Curve’s imagination.Roald Dahl‘s magical and much-loved story of CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY is spectacularly bro…

Curve Theatre, Leicester

Double Bill : 7 Minutes of Silence & Where's the Remote

Come and support our CYCC Act 10 – 13 groups in this exciting double bill – 7 MINUTES OF SILENCE and WHERE’S THE REMOTE?7 MINUTES OF SILENCE Written by Jenny Br…

Curve Theatre, Leicester

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Theatretrain Market Harborough Presents The Addams Family: School Edition!

Wednesday Addams, the ultimate princess of darkness, is all grown up and has a shocking secret that only Gomez knows.

The Y Theatre, Leicester

School of Rock

This musical journey begins after Dewey Finn gets kicked out of his rock band and becomes a substitute teacher at an uptight elementary private school, only to…

Curve Theatre, Leicester

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CYCC Dance: Life of Dot

Told through movement and dance, this journey through time will capture the many connections that can be made between us, from one decade to another.This captiv…

Curve Theatre, Leicester

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Family Summer Steam Weekend!

Join us for a fun, action packed event for all the family at the Family Summer Steam Weekend at Abbey Pumping station!Recreating the atmosphere of a village Gal…

Abbey Pumping Station Museum, Leicester

CYCC Kids 5-6 : A Circus of Storms

Take a colourful tent, add lots of acts , mix in some laughter, stir in some tricks and fold in the characters to tell the story of A CIRCUS OF STORMS .As chang…

Curve Theatre, Leicester

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Leicester Sympthony Orchestra: Peter And The Wolf

Join the Leicester Symphony Orchestra for a relaxed family concert.Arrive early to make your own toy instrument to join in with Haydn’s Toy Symphony and a mask…

The Little Theatre, Leicester

Family Film Club Secret Screening

Shhh… it’s a secret! Join our Family Film Club for a surprise cinema screening that curious kids (and parents) will love.Shhh… don’t tell anyone, but something…

National Space Centre, Leicester

Rapunzel

Golden-haired Rapunzel takes charge of her own destiny in this bold and witty tale.

Curve Theatre, Leicester

Railway Day, Teddy Bears & Meccano

Visit Abbey Pumping Station for a fun filled day and enjoy a ride on the "Leonard" the Steam Locomotive.Bring your teddy along for the ride and be inspired by a…

Abbey Pumping Station Museum, Leicester

Wrestling Resurgence Presents: Fade To Black

Wrestling Resurgence is where athleticism meets artistry. We're a Leicester-based promotion showcasing the very best of British professional wrestling.

The Y Theatre, Leicester

1000 Bikes Revival 2026

Live Promotions Events Ltd one of the UKs largest automotive event organisers has teamed up with the legendary Mallory Park Circuit to launch a brand-new celebr…

Mallory Park, Leicester

Magical Honey

Join Maya’s world of Magical Honey with dance, magic, storytelling and live music.

Curve Theatre, Leicester

Accessible Afternoon

An afternoon to support children, young adults and families with additional needs and disabilities, designed for SEND visitors who would benefit from a quieter…

National Space Centre, Leicester

Dino Adventure Day

Come on a dino adventure with us at Newarke Houses Museum. Kids can make their own explorer’s hat and a hatching dinosaur egg.

Newarke Houses Museum, Leicester

Dog Man the Musical

DOG MAN: THE MUSICAL is a hilarious new musical based on the worldwide bestselling book series from Dav Pilkey, the creator of Captain Underpants and Cat Kid Co…

Curve Theatre, Leicester

Pursued by a Bear! Kids Fun Craft Day

Craft event, inspired by some of Shakespeare's famous characters.Shakespeare's plays were performed at Leicester Guildhall.Now bring the kids to join in our cra…

The Guildhall, Leicester

Tales from Acorn Wood

Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler’s beloved TALES FROM ACORN WOOD stories are brought to life on stage for the first time in an enchanting lift-the-flap experi…

Curve Theatre, Leicester

Summer Games, Family Fun Day

Celebrate this year’s Commonwealth Games with us at Newarke Houses Museum.Celebrate this year’s Commonwealth Games with us at Newarke Houses Museum.

Newarke Houses Museum, Leicester

Archaeology Fun Day

Bring the Kids to Leicester Guildhall to become an archaeologist for the day. Make your own archaeologist’s hat, trowel and ID badge and have a go at digging up…

The Guildhall, Leicester

Teddy Bears Picnic

Bring the kids and a teddy for a fun day of teddy bear crafts and activities at Newarke Houses Museum.

Newarke Houses Museum, Leicester

Wizard School!

Make a wizard wand, hat and magical “rabbit in a hat” toy. Find the pictures around the museum in our wizard world trail and join in our broomstick game in the…

The Guildhall, Leicester

Toto the Ninja Cat

A brand-new family musical for everyone over 5.Meet Toto. She might look like an ordinary cat, but she’s no ordinary feline.

Curve Theatre, Leicester

Puppets And Toys

Come to Newarke Houses Museum to see our gallery of toys and games from the past.Come to Newarke Houses Museum to see our gallery of toys and games from the pas…

Newarke Houses Museum, Leicester

Cops ‘N’ Robbers

A fun day of crafts and activities at Leicester Guildhall which was once Leicester’s first Police station.

The Guildhall, Leicester

Meet The Police

Come meet our local PCSO's at Leicester Guildhall.Free Family Fun Day! Come meet our local PCSO's at Leicester Guildhall.Explore the history of Leicester's firs…

The Guildhall, Leicester

Meet the Police - Community Fun Day!

Free Family Fun Day!Come meet our local PCSO's at Leicester Guildhall.Explore the history of Leicester's first police headquarters, try out our Victorian prison…

The Guildhall, Leicester

Castles And Cannons!

Bring the kids for a fun day of crafts, activities and facts about this historical area of the city.Bring the kids to Newarke Houses Museum for a fun day of cra…

Newarke Houses Museum, Leicester

K-Pop Summer Party

Get into the festival spirit with a fun day of crafts and activities at Leicester Guildhall.

The Guildhall, Leicester

Arty Party!

Bring the kids for a fantastic creative day at Newarke Houses MuseumBring the kids for a fantastic creative day at Newarke Houses Museum.

Newarke Houses Museum, Leicester

Messy Play And Clay

If you had all the craft materials available, what would you make? Bring the kids to Leicester Guildhall and find out.

The Guildhall, Leicester

Truckfest East Midlands

Be amazed by car-crushing monster trucks and arena stunt shows. Meet special guests and enjoy live music.

Mallory Park, Leicester

The Railway Children – Outdoor Theatre Experience

Paperback Theatre returns to Leicester with a delightful new adaptation of The Railway Children!Paperback Theatre returns to Leicester with a delightful new ada…

Abbey Pumping Station Museum, Leicester

Home Education Day

A day dedicated to home educated children and their families, with hands-on activities, expert-led talks, and inspiring planetarium shows.Join us for a fun-fill…

National Space Centre, Leicester