Summer Holidays 2024 Family Days Out

Sandcastle

Life's A Beach

Summertime at the beach! Pick up your bucket and spade and enjoy a family day out relaxing by the beach. Yorkshire has some wonderful sandy beaches and cover, great fossil hunting and rock pools to explore.

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Free Summer Days Out

Summer Holidyas stretching out before you, take advantage of the many free days out in Yorkshire for for summer family fun.

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Week 5: 19th to 25th August

giant brightly coloured inflatables

Breeze in the Park

24th July to 22nd August 2024
In parks across the Leeds area. Get caught up in sun, fun, chills and thrills with, our interactive play system, arts zone, food and, of course, our classic inflatables. All at a Breeze in the Park near you.
50p per child, pre-book online

Summer of Fun at Sewerby Hall

20th July to 1st September 2024
Outdoor theatre, magic shows, puppet shows, teddy bear picnics and much more. Different events on different days.

Dino Walk! Wakefield

25th July to 31st August 2024
Meet roar-some dinosaurs at Trinity Walk’s Dino Walk! Get hands on and up “claws” to dinosaurs and everything prehistoric this summer holidays!

giant monopoly pieces

Monopoly Leeds Takeover

27th July to 1st September 2024Free, family friendly immersive experience brings the best-selling property trading game to life, using key locations and landmarks as the gameboard with life-size tokens, clues and puzzles around every corner.

Free Activities at Leeds Kirkgate Market

20th to 23rd August 2024
Hip Hop Dance Workshops on the 20th and 22nd and den building on the 21st and 23rd. All for free.

two hobs, small bearded slightly gnome like creatures on a shelf at ryedale museum.

Hobtastic Trail at Ryedale Museum

25th May to 30th September 2024
Discover the hobtastic new trail to discover their hiding places! Count the hobs, collect a little prize from reception and enter our prize draw for the season. The hobs will be coming and going throughout the summer, so there’ll be a new count each week and another opportunity to enter

Summer Adventure at Stockeld Park

20th July to 1st September 2024
Summer of Fun at Stockeld Park, enjoy the enchanted forest, the indoor Playhive, go karts, the maze and so many adventure playgrounds.

Naval boats on the lake at Peasholm Park.

Naval Battles at Peasholm Park

Monday, Thursday and Saturday in July and August 2024
For more than 80 years the “Battle of Peasholm” has been played out for 30 minutes three times every week during the summer season, delighting audiences who still find it hard to believe that these boats are mostly manpowered.

Woldies Summer

1st July to 18th September 2024
𝗧𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲'𝘀 𝘀𝗼 𝗺𝘂𝗰𝗵 𝘁𝗼 𝗱𝗼 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗹𝗹 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗳𝗮𝗺𝗶𝗹𝘆 𝗮𝘁 𝗪𝗼𝗹𝗱𝗶𝗲𝘀. Spend quality time together with Woldies favourite activities plus 𝗡𝗘𝗪 𝗕𝘂𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗳𝗹𝘆 𝗣𝘂𝘇𝘇𝗹𝗲 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗶𝗹, 𝗡𝗘𝗪 𝗦𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗪𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗪𝗶𝗹𝗱 𝗣𝗹𝗮𝘆 with 𝗡𝗘𝗪 𝗠𝘂𝗱 𝗞𝗶𝘁𝗰𝗵𝗲𝗻 and 𝗡𝗘𝗪 𝗗𝗶𝗻𝗼 𝗠𝗮𝘇𝗲! .

Ada Grey - Splat! Platter! Plop! at Nunnington Hall

13th July to 8th September 2024
Experience a unique children's illustration exhibition like no other this summer at Nunnington Hall. Dive into a world where the hilarity of 'poo' takes centre stage in many captivating stories.

Servants Secrets at Temple Newsam

20th July to 1st September 2024
Have you ever wondered what it was like to be a servant in a grand house like Temple Newsam? Come along during the summer school holidays to learn all about these characters from history, what their lives were like and the different jobs they had to do.

Action Packed Summer at Royal Armouries

20th July to 1st September 2024
This summer is going to be a full-on action-fest as we showcase our most exciting and popular combats, demonstrations and dramas. Every day will be different and who knows which characters and heroes from history you’ll meet on your visit.
FREE

Iconic Bricks: Dinosaurs at Sewerby Hall

23rd August to 19th September 2024
‘Dinosaurs’ is the brand-new tour from Iconic Bricks, featuring 18 life-sized brick models meticulously designed to awe and inspire audiences of all ages.

Elsecar by the Sea Trail

23rd July to 1st September 2024
Inspired by the incredible story of the ‘seaside resort at the heart of the Yorkshire coalfield’, search out hidden seaside objects and collect words to make a popular summer song.

Ripon Museums Summer Trail

20th July to 2nd Sept 2024
Complete the 6 challenges at your own pace around the three Ripon museums and then when you have finished return to the Workhouse Museum ticket office to receive a reward.

Scarborough Spa Orchestra members with their instruments

Spa Orchestra in Scarborough

4th August to 25th September 2024
Celebrating their 112th year the Orchestra, will play seven concerts per week from Sunday to Wednesday. The 2024 Orchestra Season will open with a morning concert at 11am on Sunday 4th August, followed by Teddy Bears Picnic at 2pm.

Sheffield by the sea event in the peace gardens, with helter skelter, beach and water fountains.

Sheffield By The Sea

25th July to 26th August 2024
Sheffield by the Seaside is back with a whole host of family fun including fairground rides, games, giant sandpit, visiting dinosaurs and TV/film characters, kids entertainment and a whole lot more.

film clapperboard on a red bench at Goathland station

Lights, Camera, Traction Film Trail on NYMR

20th July to 1st September 2024
Brand-new film trail. We’ve got literally tonnes of fun for you in the shape of our giant steam engines and diesel locomotives along with hands-on family activities throughout the summer holidays and best of all KIDS GO FREE*.

logo for summer cinema at lakeside, green background with cartoon wild animals and text about the event

Summer Cinema at Lakeside

Thursdays in August 2024
This exciting event will begin on the 3rd of August and last up until the end of 31st August. There will be two screenings on each day of the event. What’s more, is that the event will be completely FREE.

three cub scouts made from flower pots sitting on logs around a campfire

Settle Flower Pot Festival

13th July to 1st September 2024
The Settle Flowerpot Festival takes place throughout July & August during which time the town is awash with amazing, fantastical Flowerpot Creations that are guaranteed to make you smile.

front of the Yorkshire belle boat with people admiring the Flamborough chalk cliffs

Yorkshire Belle Coastal Cruise

See the fabulous East and North Yorkshire coast from the sea, depending on the time you visit you may see a wide rage of seabirds, seals or possibly even a dolphin.

Summer of Fun at Sewerby Hall

20th July to 1st September 2024
Outdoor theatre, magic shows, puppet shows, teddy bear picnics and much more. Different events on different days.

Naval boats on the lake at Peasholm Park.

Naval Battles at Peasholm Park

Monday, Thursday and Saturday in July and August 2024
For more than 80 years the “Battle of Peasholm” has been played out for 30 minutes three times every week during the summer season, delighting audiences who still find it hard to believe that these boats are mostly manpowered.

huddersfield lego trail logo, lego minifigure walking down a path, with text in lego style and lego border

Huddersfield Lego Trail

1st to 31st August 2024
Explore Huddersfield Town Centre to discover amazing Lego models, scan QR codes, and win prizes. This family-friendly event is perfect for creating lasting memories and enjoying the vibrant atmosphere of Huddersfield.

small gems and treasures with a monopoly board in the background.

Token Treasure Hunt at Leeds City Museum

20th July to 1st September 2024
Embark on a nostalgic journey celebrating classic board game tokens in our summer trail! Search the museum for oversized game pieces, from the iconic Monopoly top hat to a 12-sided dice.
FREE

cartoon image of sheep dog and donkey, with the wrong shadow for the donkey.

Where's My Shadow? Summer Quest at Whitby Abbey

1st July to 1st September 2024
Noble, our trusty guard dog, has lost his shadow at Whitby Abbey and needs the help of little adventurers to find it! Join Noble and his friends005 on a summer quest to search for his shadow throughout the grounds during the summer holidays.

Free Activities at Leeds Kirkgate Market

27th to 30th August 2024
Roller skating at the market, join in this weeks free actvity at the Kirkgate Market in Leeds. All for free.

Barley Hall Beasts

From 1st July 2024
Why would a porcupine’s quill be found in medieval York? Which animal’s teeth were carved into a chess set? And what does a 15th century dog collar have to do with a window in York Minster? These mysteries and many more will be explored in an exciting new exhibition for Summer 2024 at Barley Hall

Neverland at Mother Shiptons

20th July to 1st September 2024
Immerse yourself in the magic of Neverland with our enchanting themed displays, featuring the mischievous Tinkerbell, mysterious shipwrecks, and swashbuckling pirate hideouts. Watch as actors bring the story to life, sprinkling a touch of magic and wonder throughout your visit.

graphic with yellow background and artwork of people from different eras in history, romans, medieval etc, with the words summer fun at the top in white.

Viking Week at Murton Park

5th to 11th August 2024
A week of family fun, re-enactments, crafts, story-telling and more great activities. Different events on different days.

Toy Town at NESM

August 2024
From wartime toys and Victorian school games to VR and puppets, we’ve got you covered as we fire your imagination.

Wild Wild West Summer at Williams Den

22nd July to 2nd September 2024
Adventures are back for the Kid's Summer Holidays! With William's Wild West Adventures "Yee-Haw"! Don your boots and saddle up as we embark on an adventure to William's Wild Wild West, in the heart of East Yorkshire..

Spectacular Summer at Magna

20th July to 3rd September 2024
Enjoy the Aqua-Tek water park, Sci-Tek play area, family activities and workshops on top of the usual fun int hte air, water, earth and fire pavilions.

peasholm park festival of fun

Festival of Fun at Peasholm Park

Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 30th July to 28th August 2024
Join Pete and the gang for some fun family entertainment including; Circus skills, Face painting, Magic tricks, Punch & Judy, Treasure Trail, Colouring competition and more!

Great Garden Adventure with Shaun the Sheep at RHS Harlow Carr

20th July to 1st September 2024
Join the fun and frolics with Shaun this summer as he learns top tips about how to grow scrumptious fresh food from the garden to keep him in great condition.

fight fest logo

Fight Fest - Robotic Fighting Championship

24th to 26th August 2024
Live for the first time, witness FightFest – the UK’s ultimate featherweight (13.6kg) fighting robot championship. See first-hand how roboteers battle it out to immobilise the competition via any means necessary – all safely contained within our world-class, custom-built bulletproof arena in a competition reminiscent of the classic TV show “Robot Wars”.

jousting tournament

Royal Armouries Jousting Tournament

24th to 26th August 2024
Come and see brave knights on magnificent horses battling for honours and trophies in real life. This August bank holiday weekend the museum’s impressive jousting arena will resound to the cheers of crowds and the clash of lances on armour.

York Maze

13th July to 1st September 2024
With over 20 different rides, attractions and shows to enjoy York Maze offers an amazing fun-filled full family day out.

Summer of Fun at Eureka!

20th July to 1st September 2024
Get ready for BRAND NEW show-hosts, plus Eureka! favourites, this school holidays... The play experts at Team Eureka! have planned 44 days of performers, workshops and, well, FUN!

Twlight Tournament

24th August 2024
Join the Royal Armouries at the court of King Arthur for a special evening of medieval-inspired entertainment, food, drink and jousting, interrupted by an unwelcome guest, and an unexpected challenge.

Summer Adventure at Piglets Adventure Farm

20th July to 2nd September 2024
Fun shows, foam parties and three fantastic adventures! Will you meet a fire breathing dragon, master new skills at the circus or walk with the dinosaurs?

Pond Pirates Trail at RSPB Old Moor

20th July to 2nd September 2024
The pond pirate trail is a self-led family adventure available everyday at RSPB Old Moor nature reserve throughout the summer holidays. Packs cost £3 and can be purchased at the Welcome Shed when you arrive, no need to pre-book. The pack includes a map and booklet, everything you need for your pirate adventure. Pirate costumes encouraged. ARRRR!!

Disney princesses at trinity walk

Princesses of Trinity

Fridays 26th July to 30th August 2024
You are royally welcome to join Trinity Walk, Wakefield to meet the Princesses of Trinity every Friday this summer holiday. Royal visits are free and there’s more than you might expect on these regal occasions, including meet and greets for pics, story time and sing-alongs – plus craft fun too.

Summer at York Castle Museum

27th July to 1st September 2023
Enjoy traditional games outside in the Exercise Yard, including favourites such as a ‘Ring Toss’ and ‘Plinko’, along with live performances three times a week with Phineas FickleTickle’s Totally Tremendous Time-Travel Tincture, as well as Victorian Stilt Walkers and an itinerant band on Sundays

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Yorkshire Arboretum Alien Bug Hunt

24th July to 7th September 2024
Follow the trail of boards around the arboretum and learn about some of the pests and diseases we are concerned about in the UK. Hand your completed answers in to reception and get your Izzy the Inspector Activity Book..

Tansy Beetle sculpture

York Trailblzers Trail

1st August to 30th September 2024
Embark on an enchanting journey along the magnificent sculpture trail. For summer 2024 only, discover the vibrant display of awe-inspiring Tansy Beetle sculptures, each one a unique tribute to the remarkable individuals who have shaped York's history.

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Summer Beach Club

19th July to 1st September 2024
A range of outdoor chill zones and beach vibes that will provide the perfect spot to relax, play or catch up for families and friends of all ages. Splashdown in Aquasplash, enjoy the thrills of the Theme Park or relax at the beach retreat.

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Week 6: 26th August to 1st September

front of the Yorkshire belle boat with people admiring the Flamborough chalk cliffs

Yorkshire Belle Coastal Cruise

See the fabulous East and North Yorkshire coast from the sea, depending on the time you visit you may see a wide rage of seabirds, seals or possibly even a dolphin.

Iconic Bricks: Dinosaurs at Sewerby Hall

23rd August to 19th September 2024
‘Dinosaurs’ is the brand-new tour from Iconic Bricks, featuring 18 life-sized brick models meticulously designed to awe and inspire audiences of all ages.

film clapperboard on a red bench at Goathland station

Lights, Camera, Traction Film Trail on NYMR

20th July to 1st September 2024
Brand-new film trail. We’ve got literally tonnes of fun for you in the shape of our giant steam engines and diesel locomotives along with hands-on family activities throughout the summer holidays and best of all KIDS GO FREE*.

Woldies Summer

1st July to 18th September 2024
𝗧𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲'𝘀 𝘀𝗼 𝗺𝘂𝗰𝗵 𝘁𝗼 𝗱𝗼 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗹𝗹 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗳𝗮𝗺𝗶𝗹𝘆 𝗮𝘁 𝗪𝗼𝗹𝗱𝗶𝗲𝘀. Spend quality time together with Woldies favourite activities plus 𝗡𝗘𝗪 𝗕𝘂𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗳𝗹𝘆 𝗣𝘂𝘇𝘇𝗹𝗲 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗶𝗹, 𝗡𝗘𝗪 𝗦𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗪𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗪𝗶𝗹𝗱 𝗣𝗹𝗮𝘆 with 𝗡𝗘𝗪 𝗠𝘂𝗱 𝗞𝗶𝘁𝗰𝗵𝗲𝗻 and 𝗡𝗘𝗪 𝗗𝗶𝗻𝗼 𝗠𝗮𝘇𝗲! .

Summer Adventure at Stockeld Park

20th July to 1st September 2024
Summer of Fun at Stockeld Park, enjoy the enchanted forest, the indoor Playhive, go karts, the maze and so many adventure playgrounds.

Ripon Museums Summer Trail

20th July to 2nd Sept 2024
Complete the 6 challenges at your own pace around the three Ripon museums and then when you have finished return to the Workhouse Museum ticket office to receive a reward.

Dino Walk! Wakefield

25th July to 31st August 2024
Meet roar-some dinosaurs at Trinity Walk’s Dino Walk! Get hands on and up “claws” to dinosaurs and everything prehistoric this summer holidays!

huddersfield lego trail logo, lego minifigure walking down a path, with text in lego style and lego border

Huddersfield Lego Trail

1st to 31st August 2024
Explore Huddersfield Town Centre to discover amazing Lego models, scan QR codes, and win prizes. This family-friendly event is perfect for creating lasting memories and enjoying the vibrant atmosphere of Huddersfield.

three cub scouts made from flower pots sitting on logs around a campfire

Settle Flower Pot Festival

13th July to 1st September 2024
The Settle Flowerpot Festival takes place throughout July & August during which time the town is awash with amazing, fantastical Flowerpot Creations that are guaranteed to make you smile.

Neverland at Mother Shiptons

20th July to 1st September 2024
Immerse yourself in the magic of Neverland with our enchanting themed displays, featuring the mischievous Tinkerbell, mysterious shipwrecks, and swashbuckling pirate hideouts. Watch as actors bring the story to life, sprinkling a touch of magic and wonder throughout your visit.

Servants Secrets at Temple Newsam

20th July to 1st September 2024
Have you ever wondered what it was like to be a servant in a grand house like Temple Newsam? Come along during the summer school holidays to learn all about these characters from history, what their lives were like and the different jobs they had to do.

Action Packed Summer at Royal Armouries

20th July to 1st September 2024
This summer is going to be a full-on action-fest as we showcase our most exciting and popular combats, demonstrations and dramas. Every day will be different and who knows which characters and heroes from history you’ll meet on your visit.
FREE

Ada Grey - Splat! Platter! Plop! at Nunnington Hall

13th July to 8th September 2024
Experience a unique children's illustration exhibition like no other this summer at Nunnington Hall. Dive into a world where the hilarity of 'poo' takes centre stage in many captivating stories.

Scarborough Spa Orchestra members with their instruments

Spa Orchestra in Scarborough

4th August to 25th September 2024
Celebrating their 112th year the Orchestra, will play seven concerts per week from Sunday to Wednesday. The 2024 Orchestra Season will open with a morning concert at 11am on Sunday 4th August, followed by Teddy Bears Picnic at 2pm.

giant monopoly pieces

Monopoly Leeds Takeover

27th July to 1st September 2024
Free, family friendly immersive experience brings the best-selling property trading game to life, using key locations and landmarks as the gameboard with life-size tokens, clues and puzzles around every corner.

Toy Town at NESM

August 2024
From wartime toys and Victorian school games to VR and puppets, we’ve got you covered as we fire your imagination.

Elsecar by the Sea Trail

23rd July to 1st September 2024
Inspired by the incredible story of the ‘seaside resort at the heart of the Yorkshire coalfield’, search out hidden seaside objects and collect words to make a popular summer song.

cartoon image of sheep dog and donkey, with the wrong shadow for the donkey.

Where's My Shadow? Summer Quest at Whitby Abbey

1st July to 1st September 2024
Noble, our trusty guard dog, has lost his shadow at Whitby Abbey and needs the help of little adventurers to find it! Join Noble and his friends on a summer quest to search for his shadow throughout the grounds during the summer holidays.

Breeze In The Park

26th July to 31st August 2024
Get caught up in sun, fun, chills and thrills with, our interactive play system, arts zone, food and, of course, our classic inflatables. Pre book just 50p per child. All at a Leeds Breeze in the Park.

Wild Wild West Summer at Williams Den

22nd July to 2nd September 2024
Adventures are back for the Kid's Summer Holidays! With William's Wild West Adventures "Yee-Haw"! Don your boots and saddle up as we embark on an adventure to William's Wild Wild West, in the heart of East Yorkshire..

graphic with yellow background and artwork of people from different eras in history, romans, medieval etc, with the words summer fun at the top in white.

Viking Week at Murton Park

5th to 11th August 2024
A week of family fun, re-enactments, crafts, story-telling and more great activities. Different events on different days.

high ropes course

High Ropes Courses

Unleash your inner tarzan and enjoy a different view on life on a high ropes course. Great family exhilarating adventure available at venues across Yorkshire.

logo for summer cinema at lakeside, green background with cartoon wild animals and text about the event

Summer Cinema at Lakeside

Thursdays in August 2024
This exciting event will begin on the 3rd of August and last up until the end of 31st August. There will be two screenings on each day of the event. What’s more, is that the event will be completely FREE.

two hobs, small bearded slightly gnome like creatures on a shelf at ryedale museum.

Hobtastic Trail at Ryedale Museum

25th May to 30th September 2024
Discover the hobtastic new trail to discover their hiding places! Count the hobs, collect a little prize from reception and enter our prize draw for the season. The hobs will be coming and going throughout the summer, so there’ll be a new count each week and another opportunity to enter

small gems and treasures with a monopoly board in the background.

Token Treasure Hunt at Leeds City Museum

23rd July to 30th August 2024
Embark on a nostalgic journey celebrating classic board game tokens in our summer trail! Search the museum for oversized game pieces, from the iconic Monopoly top hat to a 12-sided dice.
FREE

Spectacular Summer at Magna

20th July to 3rd September 2024
Enjoy the Aqua-Tek water park, Sci-Tek play area, family activities and workshops on top of the usual fun int hte air, water, earth and fire pavilions.

Barley Hall Beasts

From 1st July 2024
Why would a porcupine’s quill be found in medieval York? Which animal’s teeth were carved into a chess set? And what does a 15th century dog collar have to do with a window in York Minster? These mysteries and many more will be explored in an exciting new exhibition for Summer 2024 at Barley Hall

Great Garden Adventure with Shaun the Sheep at RHS Harlow Carr

20th July to 1st September 2024
Join the fun and frolics with Shaun this summer as he learns top tips about how to grow scrumptious fresh food from the garden to keep him in great condition.

peasholm park festival of fun

Festival of Fun at Peasholm Park

Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 30th July to 28th August 2024
Join Pete and the gang for some fun family entertainment including; Circus skills, Face painting, Magic tricks, Punch & Judy, Treasure Trail, Colouring competition and more!

fight fest logo

Fight Fest - Robotic Fighting Championship

24th to 26th August 2024
Live for the first time, witness FightFest – the UK’s ultimate featherweight (13.6kg) fighting robot championship. See first-hand how roboteers battle it out to immobilise the competition via any means necessary – all safely contained within our world-class, custom-built bulletproof arena in a competition reminiscent of the classic TV show “Robot Wars”.

Pond Pirates Trail at RSPB Old Moor

20th July to 2nd September 2024
The pond pirate trail is a self-led family adventure available everyday at RSPB Old Moor nature reserve throughout the summer holidays. Packs cost £3 and can be purchased at the Welcome Shed when you arrive, no need to pre-book. The pack includes a map and booklet, everything you need for your pirate adventure. Pirate costumes encouraged. ARRRR!!

graphic for bradford play in the park.

Bradford Summer Play in the Park

25th July to 31st August 2024
The ever popular "Play in Parks" events are returning this summer! With two inflatables, sports and play equipment accompanied by a resident DJ, these events are great for all the family! In addition to this, there are 6 "Mini Bounce Planet" events on 6 Saturdays throughout the summer, with 2 amazing inflatables for over 5s and 2 amazing inflatables for under 5s!

Summer at York Castle Museum

27th July to 1st September 2023
Enjoy traditional games outside in the Exercise Yard, including favourites such as a ‘Ring Toss’ and ‘Plinko’, along with live performances three times a week with Phineas FickleTickle’s Totally Tremendous Time-Travel Tincture, as well as Victorian Stilt Walkers and an itinerant band on Sundays

Disney princesses at trinity walk

Princesses of Trinity

Fridays 26th July to 30th August 2024
You are royally welcome to join Trinity Walk, Wakefield to meet the Princesses of Trinity every Friday this summer holiday. Royal visits are free and there’s more than you might expect on these regal occasions, including meet and greets for pics, story time and sing-alongs – plus craft fun too.

Tansy Beetle sculpture

York Trailblzers Trail

1st August to 30th September 2024
Embark on an enchanting journey along the magnificent sculpture trail. For summer 2024 only, discover the vibrant display of awe-inspiring Tansy Beetle sculptures, each one a unique tribute to the remarkable individuals who have shaped York's history.

Yorkshire Arboretum Alien Bug Hunt

24th July to 7th September 2024
Follow the trail of boards around the arboretum and learn about some of the pests and diseases we are concerned about in the UK. Hand your completed answers in to reception and get your Izzy the Inspector Activity Book..

two re-enactors in an open sided tent with red and yellow shields and other medieval weaponry

History Through the Ages Renenactments

1st September 2024
Step back in time and experience how people lived in different ages, have a go at wielding weapons, get up close with birds of prey and see combat first-hand. All this set amongst the Tudor ruins of Sheffield Manor Lodge.

Summer Beach Club

19th July to 1st September 2024
A range of outdoor chill zones and beach vibes that will provide the perfect spot to relax, play or catch up for families and friends of all ages. Splashdown in Aquasplash, enjoy the thrills of the Theme Park or relax at the beach retreat.

York Maze

13th July to 1st September 2024
With over 20 different rides, attractions and shows to enjoy York Maze offers an amazing fun-filled full family day out.

Summer of Fun at Eureka!

20th July to 1st September 2024
Get ready for BRAND NEW show-hosts, plus Eureka! favourites, this school holidays... The play experts at Team Eureka! have planned 44 days of performers, workshops and, well, FUN!

Summer Adventure at Piglets Adventure Farm

20th July to 2nd September 2024
Fun shows, foam parties and three fantastic adventures! Will you meet a fire breathing dragon, master new skills at the circus or walk with the dinosaurs?

Week 1: 20th to 28th July

Naval boats on the lake at Peasholm Park.

Naval Battles at Peasholm Park

Monday, Thursday and Saturday in July and August 2024
For more than 80 years the “Battle of Peasholm” has been played out for 30 minutes three times every week during the summer season, delighting audiences who still find it hard to believe that these boats are mostly manpowered.

Woldies Summer

1st July to 18th September 2024
𝗧𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲'𝘀 𝘀𝗼 𝗺𝘂𝗰𝗵 𝘁𝗼 𝗱𝗼 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗹𝗹 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗳𝗮𝗺𝗶𝗹𝘆 𝗮𝘁 𝗪𝗼𝗹𝗱𝗶𝗲𝘀. Spend quality time together with Woldies favourite activities plus 𝗡𝗘𝗪 𝗕𝘂𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗳𝗹𝘆 𝗣𝘂𝘇𝘇𝗹𝗲 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗶𝗹, 𝗡𝗘𝗪 𝗦𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗪𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗪𝗶𝗹𝗱 𝗣𝗹𝗮𝘆 with 𝗡𝗘𝗪 𝗠𝘂𝗱 𝗞𝗶𝘁𝗰𝗵𝗲𝗻 and 𝗡𝗘𝗪 𝗗𝗶𝗻𝗼 𝗠𝗮𝘇𝗲! .

Corn Maze sign with maize growing behind.

Maize Mazes

Summer Fun at the Mazie Maze! Our selection of some of the best mazes in Yorkshire offering a days out in Yorkshire with maze fun and lots of other activities.

Splish Splash

Summer is the time to get wet, hopefully not due to the weather. Head to the Lido, a water park or try a new activity like paddleboarding or coasteering.

Ada Grey - Splat! Platter! Plop! at Nunnington Hall

13th July to 8th September 2024
Experience a unique children's illustration exhibition like no other this summer at Nunnington Hall. Dive into a world where the hilarity of 'poo' takes centre stage in many captivating stories.

Summer of Fun at Sewerby Hall

20th July to 1st September 2024
Outdoor theatre, magic shows, puppet shows, teddy bear picnics and much more. Different events on different days.

Wizard Walk of York

Find magical creatures on a tour wizard fans go Potty for! A magical and child friendly tour of the city. With Phoenix the Red wizard or Viridian the Green.

BD Festival

26th and 27th July 2024
BD: Festival Returns to Bradford City Centre on 26 and 27 July. Featuring world-class performers, including international names and home-grown talent, the festival is free to attend and suitable for families and children of all ages! From breathtaking circus and colourful, musical parades to street theatre, storytelling, dance, and unique immersive experiences.

Hornsea Carnival

21st to 23rd July 2024
Hornsea Carnival is the largest and longest running FREE carnival in East Yorkshire. Hornsea Carnival is known to mark the start of summer.

Sheffield by the sea event in the peace gardens, with helter skelter, beach and water fountains.

Sheffield By The Sea

25th July to 26th August 2024
Sheffield by the Seaside is back with a whole host of family fun including fairground rides, games, giant sandpit, visiting dinosaurs and TV/film characters, kids entertainment and a whole lot more.

small gems and treasures with a monopoly board in the background.

Token Treasure Hunt at Leeds City Museum

23rd July to 30th August 2024
Embark on a nostalgic journey celebrating classic board game tokens in our summer trail! Search the museum for oversized game pieces, from the iconic Monopoly top hat to a 12-sided dice.
FREE

Summer Adventure at Stockeld Park

20th July to 1st September 2024
Summer of Fun at Stockeld Park, enjoy the enchanted forest, the indoor Playhive, go karts, the maze and so many adventure playgrounds.

Dino Walk! Wakefield

25th July to 31st August 2024
Meet roar-some dinosaurs at Trinity Walk’s Dino Walk! Get hands on and up “claws” to dinosaurs and everything prehistoric this summer holidays!

giant monopoly pieces

Monopoly Leeds Takeover

27th July to 1st September 2024
Free, family friendly immersive experience brings the best-selling property trading game to life, using key locations and landmarks as the gameboard with life-size tokens, clues and puzzles around every corner.

Action Packed Summer at Royal Armouries

20th July to 1st September 2024
This summer is going to be a full-on action-fest as we showcase our most exciting and popular combats, demonstrations and dramas. Every day will be different and who knows which characters and heroes from history you’ll meet on your visit.
FREE

Wild Wild West Summer at Williams Den

22nd July to 2nd September 2024
Adventures are back for the Kid's Summer Holidays! With William's Wild West Adventures "Yee-Haw"! Don your boots and saddle up as we embark on an adventure to William's Wild Wild West, in the heart of East Yorkshire..

Ripon Museums Summer Trail

20th July to 2nd Sept 2024
Complete the 6 challenges at your own pace around the three Ripon museums and then when you have finished return to the Workhouse Museum ticket office to receive a reward.

film clapperboard on a red bench at Goathland station

Lights, Camera, Traction Film Trail on NYMR

20th July to 1st September 2024
Brand-new film trail. We’ve got literally tonnes of fun for you in the shape of our giant steam engines and diesel locomotives along with hands-on family activities throughout the summer holidays and best of all KIDS GO FREE*.

front of the Yorkshire belle boat with people admiring the Flamborough chalk cliffs

Yorkshire Belle Coastal Cruise

See the fabulous East and North Yorkshire coast from the sea, depending on the time you visit you may see a wide rage of seabirds, seals or possibly even a dolphin.

Elsecar by the Sea Trail

23rd July to 1st September 2024
Inspired by the incredible story of the ‘seaside resort at the heart of the Yorkshire coalfield’, search out hidden seaside objects and collect words to make a popular summer song.

graphic with yellow background and artwork of dpeoplefrom different eras in history, romans, medieval etc, with the words summer fun at the top in white.

Medieval Week at Murton Park

20th to 28th July 2024
A week of MEdieveal fun, re-enactments, crafts, story-telling and more great activities. Different events on different days.

three cub scouts made from flower pots sitting on logs around a campfire

Settle Flower Pot Festival

13th July to 1st September 2024
The Settle Flowerpot Festival takes place throughout July & August during which time the town is awash with amazing, fantastical Flowerpot Creations that are guaranteed to make you smile.

Neverland at Mother Shiptons

20th July to 1st September 2024
Immerse yourself in the magic of Neverland with our enchanting themed displays, featuring the mischievous Tinkerbell, mysterious shipwrecks, and swashbuckling pirate hideouts. Watch as actors bring the story to life, sprinkling a touch of magic and wonder throughout your visit.

Barley Hall Beasts

From 1st July 2024
Why would a porcupine’s quill be found in medieval York? Which animal’s teeth were carved into a chess set? And what does a 15th century dog collar have to do with a window in York Minster? These mysteries and many more will be explored in an exciting new exhibition for Summer 2024 at Barley Hall

Midsummer Nights Dream at Burnby Hall

21st July 2024
Chapterhouse Theatre Company presents Shakespeare’s best-loved romantic comedy. Let yourself be whisked away on a thrilling journey to the most magical of forests and meet star-crossed lovers, playful fairies, and hilarious travelling players.

Spectacular Summer at Magna

20th July to 3rd September 2024
Enjoy the Aqua-Tek water park, Sci-Tek play area, family activities and workshops on top of the usual fun int hte air, water, earth and fire pavilions.

two hobs, small bearded slightly gnome like creatures on a shelf at ryedale museum.

Hobtastic Trail at Ryedale Museum

25th May to 30th September 2024
Discover the hobtastic new trail to discover their hiding places! Count the hobs, collect a little prize from reception and enter our prize draw for the season. The hobs will be coming and going throughout the summer, so there’ll be a new count each week and another opportunity to enter

giant brightly coloured inflatables

Breeze in the Park

24th July to 22nd August 2024
In parks across the Leeds area. Get caught up in sun, fun, chills and thrills with, our interactive play system, arts zone, food and, of course, our classic inflatables. All at a Breeze in the Park near you.
50p per child, pre-book online

cartoon image of sheep dog and donkey, with the wrong shadow for the donkey.

Where's My Shadow? Summer Quest at Whitby Abbey

1st July to 1st September 2024
Noble, our trusty guard dog, has lost his shadow at Whitby Abbey and needs the help of little adventurers to find it! Join Noble and his friends on a summer quest to search for his shadow throughout the grounds during the summer holidays.

Summer Adventure at Piglets Adventure Farm

20th July to 2nd September 2024
Fun shows, foam parties and three fantastic adventures! Will you meet a fire breathing dragon, master new skills at the circus or walk with the dinosaurs?

Servants Secrets at Temple Newsam

20th July to 1st September 2024
Have you ever wondered what it was like to be a servant in a grand house like Temple Newsam? Come along during the summer school holidays to learn all about these characters from history, what their lives were like and the different jobs they had to do.

Shetland Pony staring straight into the camera, pony is tan and white, a second white shetland pony is in the background.

Graves Park Animal Farm

Graves Park Animal Farm provides a popular home to some of the rarest breeds of farm animals in the country. You can get up close and personal with Tamworth pigs, Highland cattle and Jacob sheep, plus goats, donkeys, waterfowl and many more.

Dinosaur Detectives Trail at RSPB Old Moor

22nd July to 3rd September 2023
The dinosaurs are back at RSPB Old Moor! This summer, we need some dinosaur detectives to spot all the evidence these naughty dinos have left behind. Use your trail pack to find footprints, food remains, fossils and more, with challenges to do at each spot.

Summer at York Castle Museum

27th July to 1st September 2023
Enjoy traditional games outside in the Exercise Yard, including favourites such as a ‘Ring Toss’ and ‘Plinko’, along with live performances three times a week with Phineas FickleTickle’s Totally Tremendous Time-Travel Tincture, as well as Victorian Stilt Walkers and an itinerant band on Sundays

Buckets of Fun at Kiplin Hall

21st July to 6th September 2023
Kiplin’s buckets of fun will be placed in the grounds and gardens for you to find. Filled with games and ideas to help you and your family enjoy your time at Kiplin. The contents have been designed to encourage children and adults to talk, play and work together.

Breeze in the Park

24th July to 22nd August 2024
In parks across the Leeds area. Get caught up in sun, fun, chills and thrills with, our interactive play system, arts zone, food and, of course, our classic inflatables. All at a Breeze in the Park near you.
50p per child, pre-book online

The Great Bog Weekend

27th and 28th July 2024
Come and check out our newly updated information room, play some moorland themed games and have a look at the Bogtastic Van from Moors for the Future.

Summer At National Emergency Services Museum

26th July to 1st Sept 2023
weekdays from Wednesday 26 July to Friday 1 September 2023 for a whole host of FREE fun family activities to bring some sunshine to your summer! activities vary throughout the summer.

Pond Pirates Trail at RSPB Old Moor

20th July to 2nd September 2024
The pond pirate trail is a self-led family adventure available everyday at RSPB Old Moor nature reserve throughout the summer holidays. Packs cost £3 and can be purchased at the Welcome Shed when you arrive, no need to pre-book. The pack includes a map and booklet, everything you need for your pirate adventure. Pirate costumes encouraged. ARRRR!!

Great Garden Adventure with Shaun the Sheep at RHS Harlow Carr

20th July to 1st September 2024
Join the fun and frolics with Shaun this summer as he learns top tips about how to grow scrumptious fresh food from the garden to keep him in great condition.

Summer of Fun at Eureka!

20th July to 1st September 2024
Get ready for BRAND NEW show-hosts, plus Eureka! favourites, this school holidays... The play experts at Team Eureka! have planned 44 days of performers, workshops and, well, FUN!

York Maze

13th July to 1st September 2024
With over 20 different rides, attractions and shows to enjoy York Maze offers an amazing fun-filled full family day out.


Week 2: 29th July to 4th August

Free Activities at Leeds Kirkgate Market

30th July to 2nd August 2024
Bumper Cars are the free activity for this week, Tuesday to Friday at the Leeds Kirkgate market.

Woldies Summer

1st July to 18th September 2024
𝗧𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲'𝘀 𝘀𝗼 𝗺𝘂𝗰𝗵 𝘁𝗼 𝗱𝗼 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗹𝗹 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗳𝗮𝗺𝗶𝗹𝘆 𝗮𝘁 𝗪𝗼𝗹𝗱𝗶𝗲𝘀. Spend quality time together with Woldies favourite activities plus 𝗡𝗘𝗪 𝗕𝘂𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗳𝗹𝘆 𝗣𝘂𝘇𝘇𝗹𝗲 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗶𝗹, 𝗡𝗘𝗪 𝗦𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗪𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗪𝗶𝗹𝗱 𝗣𝗹𝗮𝘆 with 𝗡𝗘𝗪 𝗠𝘂𝗱 𝗞𝗶𝘁𝗰𝗵𝗲𝗻 and 𝗡𝗘𝗪 𝗗𝗶𝗻𝗼 𝗠𝗮𝘇𝗲! .

Summer Adventure at Stockeld Park

20th July to 1st September 2024
Summer of Fun at Stockeld Park, enjoy the enchanted forest, the indoor Playhive, go karts, the maze and so many adventure playgrounds.

Dino Walk! Wakefield

25th July to 31st August 2024
Meet roar-some dinosaurs at Trinity Walk’s Dino Walk! Get hands on and up “claws” to dinosaurs and everything prehistoric this summer holidays!

giant monopoly pieces

Monopoly Leeds Takeover

27th July to 1st September 2024Free, family friendly immersive experience brings the best-selling property trading game to life, using key locations and landmarks as the gameboard with life-size tokens, clues and puzzles around every corner.

Scarborough Spa Orchestra members with their instruments

Spa Orchestra in Scarborough

4th August to 25th September 2024
Celebrating their 112th year the Orchestra, will play seven concerts per week from Sunday to Wednesday. The 2024 Orchestra Season will open with a morning concert at 11am on Sunday 4th August, followed by Teddy Bears Picnic at 2pm.

Naval boats on the lake at Peasholm Park.

Naval Battles at Peasholm Park

Monday, Thursday and Saturday in July and August 2024
For more than 80 years the “Battle of Peasholm” has been played out for 30 minutes three times every week during the summer season, delighting audiences who still find it hard to believe that these boats are mostly manpowered.

Ada Grey - Splat! Platter! Plop! at Nunnington Hall

13th July to 8th September 2024
Experience a unique children's illustration exhibition like no other this summer at Nunnington Hall. Dive into a world where the hilarity of 'poo' takes centre stage in many captivating stories.

Sheffield by the sea event in the peace gardens, with helter skelter, beach and water fountains.

Sheffield By The Sea

25th July to 26th August 2024
Sheffield by the Seaside is back with a whole host of family fun including fairground rides, games, giant sandpit, visiting dinosaurs and TV/film characters, kids entertainment and a whole lot more.

logo for summer cinema at lakeside, green background with cartoon wild animals and text about the event

Summer Cinema at Lakeside

Thursdays in August 2024
This exciting event will begin on the 3rd of August and last up until the end of 31st August. There will be two screenings on each day of the event. What’s more, is that the event will be completely FREE.

film clapperboard on a red bench at Goathland station

Lights, Camera, Traction Film Trail on NYMR

20th July to 1st September 2024
Brand-new film trail. We’ve got literally tonnes of fun for you in the shape of our giant steam engines and diesel locomotives along with hands-on family activities throughout the summer holidays and best of all KIDS GO FREE*.

Wild Wild West Summer at Williams Den

22nd July to 2nd September 2024
Adventures are back for the Kid's Summer Holidays! With William's Wild West Adventures "Yee-Haw"! Don your boots and saddle up as we embark on an adventure to William's Wild Wild West, in the heart of East Yorkshire..

Summer of Fun at Sewerby Hall

20th July to 1st September 2024
Outdoor theatre, magic shows, puppet shows, teddy bear picnics and much more. Different events on different days.

huddersfield lego trail logo, lego minifigure walking down a path, with text in lego style and lego border

Huddersfield Lego Trail

1st to 31st August 2024
Explore Huddersfield Town Centre to discover amazing Lego models, scan QR codes, and win prizes. This family-friendly event is perfect for creating lasting memories and enjoying the vibrant atmosphere of Huddersfield.

Princess and Superhero Day at Sandall Park

1st August 2024
Kings entertainment bringing transformers and superheroes, Mini funfair, food stalls ,large inflatables zone ,all that jazz dance, Zorbs, Stacey’s entertainment, music and games ,circus workshop ,ice cream , cake and craft stalls ,pony rides ,and lots more to come

front of the Yorkshire belle boat with people admiring the Flamborough chalk cliffs

Yorkshire Belle Coastal Cruise

See the fabulous East and North Yorkshire coast from the sea, depending on the time you visit you may see a wide rage of seabirds, seals or possibly even a dolphin.

Barley Hall Beasts

From 1st July 2024
Why would a porcupine’s quill be found in medieval York? Which animal’s teeth were carved into a chess set? And what does a 15th century dog collar have to do with a window in York Minster? These mysteries and many more will be explored in an exciting new exhibition for Summer 2024 at Barley Hall

Servants Secrets at Temple Newsam

20th July to 1st September 2024
Have you ever wondered what it was like to be a servant in a grand house like Temple Newsam? Come along during the summer school holidays to learn all about these characters from history, what their lives were like and the different jobs they had to do.

cartoon image of sheep dog and donkey, with the wrong shadow for the donkey.

Where's My Shadow? Summer Quest at Whitby Abbey

1st July to 1st September 2024
Noble, our trusty guard dog, has lost his shadow at Whitby Abbey and needs the help of little adventurers to find it! Join Noble and his friends on a summer quest to search for his shadow throughout the grounds during the summer holidays.

three cub scouts made from flower pots sitting on logs around a campfire

Settle Flower Pot Festival

13th July to 1st September 2024
The Settle Flowerpot Festival takes place throughout July & August during which time the town is awash with amazing, fantastical Flowerpot Creations that are guaranteed to make you smile.

Action Packed Summer at Royal Armouries

20th July to 1st September 2024
This summer is going to be a full-on action-fest as we showcase our most exciting and popular combats, demonstrations and dramas. Every day will be different and who knows which characters and heroes from history you’ll meet on your visit.
FREE

small gems and treasures with a monopoly board in the background.

Token Treasure Hunt at Leeds City Museum

23rd July to 30th August 2024
Embark on a nostalgic journey celebrating classic board game tokens in our summer trail! Search the museum for oversized game pieces, from the iconic Monopoly top hat to a 12-sided dice.
FREE

Neverland at Mother Shiptons

20th July to 1st September 2024
Immerse yourself in the magic of Neverland with our enchanting themed displays, featuring the mischievous Tinkerbell, mysterious shipwrecks, and swashbuckling pirate hideouts. Watch as actors bring the story to life, sprinkling a touch of magic and wonder throughout your visit.

Pond Pirates Trail at RSPB Old Moor

20th July to 2nd September 2024
The pond pirate trail is a self-led family adventure available everyday at RSPB Old Moor nature reserve throughout the summer holidays. Packs cost £3 and can be purchased at the Welcome Shed when you arrive, no need to pre-book. The pack includes a map and booklet, everything you need for your pirate adventure. Pirate costumes encouraged. ARRRR!!

Demonstration of a medieval bloomery

Medieval Day at Sutton Bank Visitor Centre

3rd August 2024
Drop in event throughout the day - No booking needed! A free, family-friendly and unique day-long event including a recreated medieval iron bloomery and demonstrate associated skills with local specialists.

graphic for bradford play in the park.

Bradford Summer Play in the Park

25th July to 31st August 2024
The ever popular "Play in Parks" events are returning this summer! With two inflatables, sports and play equipment accompanied by a resident DJ, these events are great for all the family! In addition to this, there are 6 "Mini Bounce Planet" events on 6 Saturdays throughout the summer, with 2 amazing inflatables for over 5s and 2 amazing inflatables for under 5s!

Disney princesses at trinity walk

Princesses of Trinity

Fridays 26th July to 30th August 2024
You are royally welcome to join Trinity Walk, Wakefield to meet the Princesses of Trinity every Friday this summer holiday. Royal visits are free and there’s more than you might expect on these regal occasions, including meet and greets for pics, story time and sing-alongs – plus craft fun too.

Summer at York Castle Museum

27th July to 1st September 2023
Enjoy traditional games outside in the Exercise Yard, including favourites such as a ‘Ring Toss’ and ‘Plinko’, along with live performances three times a week with Phineas FickleTickle’s Totally Tremendous Time-Travel Tincture, as well as Victorian Stilt Walkers and an itinerant band on Sundays

Yorkshire Arboretum Alien Bug Hunt

24th July to 7th September 2024
Follow the trail of boards around the arboretum and learn about some of the pests and diseases we are concerned about in the UK. Hand your completed answers in to reception and get your Izzy the Inspector Activity Book..

Tansy Beetle sculpture

York Trailblzers Trail

1st August to 30th September 2024
Embark on an enchanting journey along the magnificent sculpture trail. For summer 2024 only, discover the vibrant display of awe-inspiring Tansy Beetle sculptures, each one a unique tribute to the remarkable individuals who have shaped York's history.

small children on a brightly coloured fairground ride

A Grand Day Out - Castleford

2nd and 3rd August 2024
Castleford may be 70 miles from the nearest beach, but you don’t have to go that far this weekend! Enjoy a giant sand pit where kids can play and make their own sandcastles. Both days of A Grand Day Out will also see a variety of delicious street food offers, funfair rides, face painting and some awesome FREE family craft activities.

Spectacular Summer at Magna

20th July to 3rd September 2024
Enjoy the Aqua-Tek water park, Sci-Tek play area, family activities and workshops on top of the usual fun int hte air, water, earth and fire pavilions.

two hobs, small bearded slightly gnome like creatures on a shelf at ryedale museum.

Hobtastic Trail at Ryedale Museum

25th May to 30th September 2024
Discover the hobtastic new trail to discover their hiding places! Count the hobs, collect a little prize from reception and enter our prize draw for the season. The hobs will be coming and going throughout the summer, so there’ll be a new count each week and another opportunity to enter

Sheffield Bricktropolis

3rd to 18th August 2024
The bricks (LEGO ones) are back this summer! Get ready to explore, as over half a million bricks will transform Sheffield City Centre into yet another amazing visitor trail.

Toy Town at NESM

August 2024
From wartime toys and Victorian school games to VR and puppets, we’ve got you covered as we fire your imagination.

Ripon Museums Summer Trail

20th July to 2nd Sept 2024
Complete the 6 challenges at your own pace around the three Ripon museums and then when you have finished return to the Workhouse Museum ticket office to receive a reward.

graphic with yellow background and artwork of dpeoplefrom different eras in history, romans, medieval etc, with the words summer fun at the top in white.

Roman Week at Murton Park

29th July to 4th August 2024
A week of MEdieveal fun, re-enactments, crafts, story-telling and more great activities. Different events on different days.

fairy in a dusky pinkoutfit opening a fairy door in a tree.

Fairy Hunters at Brodsworth Hall

30th July to 1st August 2024
Head to Brodsworth Hall for a magical day of fairy tales and exploring. Led by intrepid adventurers, explore Brodsworth's gardens, look for the fairies hidden beneath the flowers and listen to enchanting stories of adventure.

Elsecar by the Sea Trail

23rd July to 1st September 2024
Inspired by the incredible story of the ‘seaside resort at the heart of the Yorkshire coalfield’, search out hidden seaside objects and collect words to make a popular summer song.

peasholm park festival of fun

Festival of Fun at Peasholm Park

Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 30th July to 28th August 2024
Join Pete and the gang for some fun family entertainment including; Circus skills, Face painting, Magic tricks, Punch & Judy, Treasure Trail, Colouring competition and more!

York Maze

13th July to 1st September 2024
With over 20 different rides, attractions and shows to enjoy York Maze offers an amazing fun-filled full family day out.

Great Garden Adventure with Shaun the Sheep at RHS Harlow Carr

20th July to 1st September 2024
Join the fun and frolics with Shaun this summer as he learns top tips about how to grow scrumptious fresh food from the garden to keep him in great condition.

Summer Adventure at Piglets Adventure Farm

20th July to 2nd September 2024
Fun shows, foam parties and three fantastic adventures! Will you meet a fire breathing dragon, master new skills at the circus or walk with the dinosaurs?

Summer of Fun at Eureka!

20th July to 1st September 2024
Get ready for BRAND NEW show-hosts, plus Eureka! favourites, this school holidays... The play experts at Team Eureka! have planned 44 days of performers, workshops and, well, FUN!

treasure island promo poster

Treasue Island at Burton Constable

3rd August 2024
Scarborough Theatre Company present an open-air tour of this captivating tale of a youngster pitched against the corrupt and dangerous world of pirates and treasure hunting. This is adventure with high stakes. A fast paced, funny musical is awash with audience participation, energetic performances, and great fun for all the family.

People's Park Festival - Halifax

3rd and 4th August 2024
Saturday 3 August will bring an international film festival to the park, with showings of independent short films and family-friendly classics. On Sunday 4 August, we’ll be putting on a community-oriented music festival with something for everyone!

giant brightly coloured inflatables

Breeze in the Park

24th July to 22nd August 2024
In parks across the Leeds area. Get caught up in sun, fun, chills and thrills with, our interactive play system, arts zone, food and, of course, our classic inflatables. All at a Breeze in the Park near you.
50p per child, pre-book online


Week 3: 5th to 11th August

Kettlewell Scarecrow Festival

10th to 18th August 2024
It will be business as usual: same wacky and wonderful scarecrows, same beautiful scenery and views, same gorgeous cakes and soup, and same great value.
Parking £4 per vehicle, trail sheets £1

feva logo - white background with feva in large pink letters

FEVA

9th to 18th August 2024
FEVA - Festival of Entertainment and Visual Arts is a 10 day annual event in Knaresborough, North Yorkshire. The event compromises a mixture of paid and free events, with lots of free family orientated events taking place during the daytime.

Summer Adventure at Stockeld Park

20th July to 1st September 2024
Summer of Fun at Stockeld Park, enjoy the enchanted forest, the indoor Playhive, go karts, the maze and so many adventure playgrounds.

giant brightly coloured inflatables

Breeze in the Park

24th July to 22nd August 2024
In parks across the Leeds area. Get caught up in sun, fun, chills and thrills with, our interactive play system, arts zone, food and, of course, our classic inflatables. All at a Breeze in the Park near you.
50p per child, pre-book online

Woldies Summer

1st July to 18th September 2024
𝗧𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲'𝘀 𝘀𝗼 𝗺𝘂𝗰𝗵 𝘁𝗼 𝗱𝗼 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗹𝗹 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗳𝗮𝗺𝗶𝗹𝘆 𝗮𝘁 𝗪𝗼𝗹𝗱𝗶𝗲𝘀. Spend quality time together with Woldies favourite activities plus 𝗡𝗘𝗪 𝗕𝘂𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗳𝗹𝘆 𝗣𝘂𝘇𝘇𝗹𝗲 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗶𝗹, 𝗡𝗘𝗪 𝗦𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗪𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗪𝗶𝗹𝗱 𝗣𝗹𝗮𝘆 with 𝗡𝗘𝗪 𝗠𝘂𝗱 𝗞𝗶𝘁𝗰𝗵𝗲𝗻 and 𝗡𝗘𝗪 𝗗𝗶𝗻𝗼 𝗠𝗮𝘇𝗲! .

Summer of Fun at Sewerby Hall

20th July to 1st September 2024
Outdoor theatre, magic shows, puppet shows, teddy bear picnics and much more. Different events on different days.

Action Packed Summer at Royal Armouries

20th July to 1st September 2024
This summer is going to be a full-on action-fest as we showcase our most exciting and popular combats, demonstrations and dramas. Every day will be different and who knows which characters and heroes from history you’ll meet on your visit.
FREE

Spa Orchestra in Scarborough

Morning concerts will bring a musical start to the day, running from Sundays to Thursdays at 11.00am, when the Orchestra will perform the perfect mix of the very best in light music.

Wild Wild West Summer at Williams Den

22nd July to 2nd September 2024
Adventures are back for the Kid's Summer Holidays! With William's Wild West Adventures "Yee-Haw"! Don your boots and saddle up as we embark on an adventure to William's Wild Wild West, in the heart of East Yorkshire..

Sheffield by the sea event in the peace gardens, with helter skelter, beach and water fountains.

Sheffield By The Sea

25th July to 26th August 2024
Sheffield by the Seaside is back with a whole host of family fun including fairground rides, games, giant sandpit, visiting dinosaurs and TV/film characters, kids entertainment and a whole lot more.

small gems and treasures with a monopoly board in the background.

Token Treasure Hunt at Leeds City Museum

23rd July to 30th August 2024
Embark on a nostalgic journey celebrating classic board game tokens in our summer trail! Search the museum for oversized game pieces, from the iconic Monopoly top hat to a 12-sided dice.
FREE

Ada Grey - Splat! Platter! Plop! at Nunnington Hall

13th July to 8th September 2024
Experience a unique children's illustration exhibition like no other this summer at Nunnington Hall. Dive into a world where the hilarity of 'poo' takes centre stage in many captivating stories.

giant monopoly pieces

Monopoly Leeds Takeover

27th July to 1st September 2024Free, family friendly immersive experience brings the best-selling property trading game to life, using key locations and landmarks as the gameboard with life-size tokens, clues and puzzles around every corner.

Sheffield Bricktropolis

3rd to 18th August 2024
The bricks (LEGO ones) are back this summer! Get ready to explore, as over half a million bricks will transform Sheffield City Centre into yet another amazing visitor trail.

Kettlewell Scarecrow Festival

10th to 18th August 2024
It will be business as usual: same wacky and wonderful scarecrows, same beautiful scenery and views, same gorgeous cakes and soup, and same great value.
Parking £4 per vehicle, trail sheets £1

huddersfield lego trail logo, lego minifigure walking down a path, with text in lego style and lego border

Huddersfield Lego Trail

1st to 31st August 2024
Explore Huddersfield Town Centre to discover amazing Lego models, scan QR codes, and win prizes. This family-friendly event is perfect for creating lasting memories and enjoying the vibrant atmosphere of Huddersfield.

three cub scouts made from flower pots sitting on logs around a campfire

Settle Flower Pot Festival

13th July to 1st September 2024
The Settle Flowerpot Festival takes place throughout July & August during which time the town is awash with amazing, fantastical Flowerpot Creations that are guaranteed to make you smile.

Free Activities at Leeds Kirkgate Market

6th to 9th August 2024
This weeks activities are Hip Hop Dance Workshops on the 6th and 8th and Den Building on the 7th and 9th.

logo for summer cinema at lakeside, green background with cartoon wild animals and text about the event

Summer Cinema at Lakeside

Thursdays in August 2024
This exciting event will begin on the 3rd of August and last up until the end of 31st August. There will be two screenings on each day of the event. What’s more, is that the event will be completely FREE.

Dino Walk! Wakefield

25th July to 31st August 2024
Meet roar-some dinosaurs at Trinity Walk’s Dino Walk! Get hands on and up “claws” to dinosaurs and everything prehistoric this summer holidays!

front of the Yorkshire belle boat with people admiring the Flamborough chalk cliffs

Yorkshire Belle Coastal Cruise

See the fabulous East and North Yorkshire coast from the sea, depending on the time you visit you may see a wide rage of seabirds, seals or possibly even a dolphin.

two hobs, small bearded slightly gnome like creatures on a shelf at ryedale museum.

Hobtastic Trail at Ryedale Museum

25th May to 30th September 2024
Discover the hobtastic new trail to discover their hiding places! Count the hobs, collect a little prize from reception and enter our prize draw for the season. The hobs will be coming and going throughout the summer, so there’ll be a new count each week and another opportunity to enter

graphic with yellow background and artwork of people from different eras in history, romans, medieval etc, with the words summer fun at the top in white.

Home Front at Murton Park

5th to 11th August 2024
A week of family fun, re-enactments, crafts, story-telling and more great activities. Different events on different days.

film clapperboard on a red bench at Goathland station

Lights, Camera, Traction Film Trail on NYMR

20th July to 1st September 2024
Brand-new film trail. We’ve got literally tonnes of fun for you in the shape of our giant steam engines and diesel locomotives along with hands-on family activities throughout the summer holidays and best of all KIDS GO FREE*.

Neverland at Mother Shiptons

20th July to 1st September 2024
Immerse yourself in the magic of Neverland with our enchanting themed displays, featuring the mischievous Tinkerbell, mysterious shipwrecks, and swashbuckling pirate hideouts. Watch as actors bring the story to life, sprinkling a touch of magic and wonder throughout your visit.

Ripon Museums Summer Trail

20th July to 2nd Sept 2024
Complete the 6 challenges at your own pace around the three Ripon museums and then when you have finished return to the Workhouse Museum ticket office to receive a reward.

Barley Hall Beasts

From 1st July 2024
Why would a porcupine’s quill be found in medieval York? Which animal’s teeth were carved into a chess set? And what does a 15th century dog collar have to do with a window in York Minster? These mysteries and many more will be explored in an exciting new exhibition for Summer 2024 at Barley Hall

Servants Secrets at Temple Newsam

20th July to 1st September 2024
Have you ever wondered what it was like to be a servant in a grand house like Temple Newsam? Come along during the summer school holidays to learn all about these characters from history, what their lives were like and the different jobs they had to do.

Elsecar by the Sea Trail

23rd July to 1st September 2024
Inspired by the incredible story of the ‘seaside resort at the heart of the Yorkshire coalfield’, search out hidden seaside objects and collect words to make a popular summer song.

Breeze in the Park

24th July to 22nd August 2024
In parks across the Leeds area. Get caught up in sun, fun, chills and thrills with, our interactive play system, arts zone, food and, of course, our classic inflatables. All at a Breeze in the Park near you.
50p per child, pre-book online

Spectacular Summer at Magna

20th July to 3rd September 2024
Enjoy the Aqua-Tek water park, Sci-Tek play area, family activities and workshops on top of the usual fun int hte air, water, earth and fire pavilions.

Toy Town at NESM

August 2024
From wartime toys and Victorian school games to VR and puppets, we’ve got you covered as we fire your imagination.

Naval boats on the lake at Peasholm Park.

Naval Battles at Peasholm Park

Monday, Thursday and Saturday in July and August 2024
For more than 80 years the “Battle of Peasholm” has been played out for 30 minutes three times every week during the summer season, delighting audiences who still find it hard to believe that these boats are mostly manpowered.

cartoon image of sheep dog and donkey, with the wrong shadow for the donkey.

Where's My Shadow? Summer Quest at Whitby Abbey

1st July to 1st September 2024
Noble, our trusty guard dog, has lost his shadow at Whitby Abbey and needs the help of little adventurers to find it! Join Noble and his friends on a summer quest to search for his shadow throughout the grounds during the summer holidays.

peasholm park festival of fun

Festival of Fun at Peasholm Park

Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 30th July to 28th August 2024
Join Pete and the gang for some fun family entertainment including; Circus skills, Face painting, Magic tricks, Punch & Judy, Treasure Trail, Colouring competition and more!

Great Garden Adventure with Shaun the Sheep at RHS Harlow Carr

20th July to 1st September 2024
Join the fun and frolics with Shaun this summer as he learns top tips about how to grow scrumptious fresh food from the garden to keep him in great condition.

Summer Adventure at Piglets Adventure Farm

20th July to 2nd September 2024
Fun shows, foam parties and three fantastic adventures! Will you meet a fire breathing dragon, master new skills at the circus or walk with the dinosaurs?

York Maze

13th July to 1st September 2024
With over 20 different rides, attractions and shows to enjoy York Maze offers an amazing fun-filled full family day out.

T-rex dinosuar (person in a costume) in Hull, with crowds of families around, watching the fun

Dino Day - Hull

9th August 2024
It’s going to be a pre-historic day in Hull city centre! The event will be packed full of activities and exhibits. Visitors will have the chance to get up close and personal with a giant T-Rex, velociraptor, spinosaurus, dilphosaurus and baby dinosaurs.

Pond Pirates Trail at RSPB Old Moor

20th July to 2nd September 2024
The pond pirate trail is a self-led family adventure available everyday at RSPB Old Moor nature reserve throughout the summer holidays. Packs cost £3 and can be purchased at the Welcome Shed when you arrive, no need to pre-book. The pack includes a map and booklet, everything you need for your pirate adventure. Pirate costumes encouraged. ARRRR!!

graphic for bradford play in the park.

Bradford Summer Play in the Park

25th July to 31st August 2024
The ever popular "Play in Parks" events are returning this summer! With two inflatables, sports and play equipment accompanied by a resident DJ, these events are great for all the family! In addition to this, there are 6 "Mini Bounce Planet" events on 6 Saturdays throughout the summer, with 2 amazing inflatables for over 5s and 2 amazing inflatables for under 5s!

Disney princesses at trinity walk

Princesses of Trinity

Fridays 26th July to 30th August 2024
You are royally welcome to join Trinity Walk, Wakefield to meet the Princesses of Trinity every Friday this summer holiday. Royal visits are free and there’s more than you might expect on these regal occasions, including meet and greets for pics, story time and sing-alongs – plus craft fun too.

UK Pride flag and logo for Doncaster pride 2024

UK Pride in Doncaster

10th August 2024
Parade, followed by a 9-hour event with two stages, and loads to do for all the family, it’s a true celebration of unity for all to enjoy..

Bridmas logo

Brid-Mas

7th August 2024
A day of festive fun is coming to Bridlington, Christmas movies, songs and activities will take place across the town throughout the day, in AUGUST!.

Summer of Fun at Eureka!

20th July to 1st September 2024
Get ready for BRAND NEW show-hosts, plus Eureka! favourites, this school holidays... The play experts at Team Eureka! have planned 44 days of performers, workshops and, well, FUN!

Go for Gold at Leeds Discovery Centre

7th August 2024
Come along to this Olympics centred family workshop to find out about some of Leeds’s top Sporting heroes. Free booking is essential.

Summer at York Castle Museum

27th July to 1st September 2023
Enjoy traditional games outside in the Exercise Yard, including favourites such as a ‘Ring Toss’ and ‘Plinko’, along with live performances three times a week with Phineas FickleTickle’s Totally Tremendous Time-Travel Tincture, as well as Victorian Stilt Walkers and an itinerant band on Sundays

Tansy Beetle sculpture

York Trailblzers Trail

1st August to 30th September 2024
Embark on an enchanting journey along the magnificent sculpture trail. For summer 2024 only, discover the vibrant display of awe-inspiring Tansy Beetle sculptures, each one a unique tribute to the remarkable individuals who have shaped York's history.

Summer Beach Club

19th July to 1st September 2024
A range of outdoor chill zones and beach vibes that will provide the perfect spot to relax, play or catch up for families and friends of all ages. Splashdown in Aquasplash, enjoy the thrills of the Theme Park or relax at the beach retreat.

Yorkshire Arboretum Alien Bug Hunt

24th July to 7th September 2024
Follow the trail of boards around the arboretum and learn about some of the pests and diseases we are concerned about in the UK. Hand your completed answers in to reception and get your Izzy the Inspector Activity Book..


Week 4: 12th to 18th August

Sheffield by the sea event in the peace gardens, with helter skelter, beach and water fountains.

Sheffield By The Sea

25th July to 26th August 2024
Sheffield by the Seaside is back with a whole host of family fun including fairground rides, games, giant sandpit, visiting dinosaurs and TV/film characters, kids entertainment and a whole lot more.

giant monopoly pieces

Monopoly Leeds Takeover

27th July to 1st September 2024Free, family friendly immersive experience brings the best-selling property trading game to life, using key locations and landmarks as the gameboard with life-size tokens, clues and puzzles around every corner.

Paddington at Whistlestop Valley

17th and 18th August 2024
An exciting weekend filled with trainloads of Whistlestop fun, including appearances from Paddington at intervals on each day.

Dino Walk! Wakefield

25th July to 31st August 2024
Meet roar-some dinosaurs at Trinity Walk’s Dino Walk! Get hands on and up “claws” to dinosaurs and everything prehistoric this summer holidays!

graphic with yellow background and artwork of people from different eras in history, romans, medieval etc, with the words summer fun at the top in white.

Saxon Week at Murton Park

12th to 18th August 2024
A week of family fun, re-enactments, crafts, story-telling and more great activities. Different events on different days.

Free Activities at Leeds Kirkgate Market

13th to 16th August 2024
Circus School is the free activity for this week, Tuesday to Friday at the Leeds Kirkgate market.

Scarborough Spa Orchestra members with their instruments

Spa Orchestra in Scarborough

4th August to 25th September 2024
Celebrating their 112th year the Orchestra, will play seven concerts per week from Sunday to Wednesday. The 2024 Orchestra Season will open with a morning concert at 11am on Sunday 4th August, followed by Teddy Bears Picnic at 2pm.

Woldies Summer

1st July to 18th September 2024
𝗧𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲'𝘀 𝘀𝗼 𝗺𝘂𝗰𝗵 𝘁𝗼 𝗱𝗼 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗹𝗹 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗳𝗮𝗺𝗶𝗹𝘆 𝗮𝘁 𝗪𝗼𝗹𝗱𝗶𝗲𝘀. Spend quality time together with Woldies favourite activities plus 𝗡𝗘𝗪 𝗕𝘂𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗳𝗹𝘆 𝗣𝘂𝘇𝘇𝗹𝗲 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗶𝗹, 𝗡𝗘𝗪 𝗦𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗪𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗪𝗶𝗹𝗱 𝗣𝗹𝗮𝘆 with 𝗡𝗘𝗪 𝗠𝘂𝗱 𝗞𝗶𝘁𝗰𝗵𝗲𝗻 and 𝗡𝗘𝗪 𝗗𝗶𝗻𝗼 𝗠𝗮𝘇𝗲! .

Servants Secrets at Temple Newsam

20th July to 1st September 2024
Have you ever wondered what it was like to be a servant in a grand house like Temple Newsam? Come along during the summer school holidays to learn all about these characters from history, what their lives were like and the different jobs they had to do.

Kettlewell Scarecrow Festival

10th to 18th August 2024
Kettlewell Scarecrow Festival is back in business and will return this August 12th-20th. We'll have amazing scarecrows, amazing cakes and amazing weather (!)

Spectacular Summer at Magna

20th July to 3rd September 2024
Enjoy the Aqua-Tek water park, Sci-Tek play area, family activities and workshops on top of the usual fun int hte air, water, earth and fire pavilions.

Summer of Fun at Sewerby Hall

20th July to 1st September 2024
Outdoor theatre, magic shows, puppet shows, teddy bear picnics and much more. Different events on different days.

Ada Grey - Splat! Platter! Plop! at Nunnington Hall

13th July to 8th September 2024
Experience a unique children's illustration exhibition like no other this summer at Nunnington Hall. Dive into a world where the hilarity of 'poo' takes centre stage in many captivating stories.

three cub scouts made from flower pots sitting on logs around a campfire

Settle Flower Pot Festival

13th July to 1st September 2024
The Settle Flowerpot Festival takes place throughout July & August during which time the town is awash with amazing, fantastical Flowerpot Creations that are guaranteed to make you smile.

feva logo - white background with feva in large pink letters

FEVA

9th to 18th August 2024
FEVA - Festival of Entertainment and Visual Arts is a 10 day annual event in Knaresborough, North Yorkshire. The event compromises a mixture of paid and free events, with lots of free family orientated events taking place during the daytime.

Ripon Museums Summer Trail

20th July to 2nd Sept 2024
Complete the 6 challenges at your own pace around the three Ripon museums and then when you have finished return to the Workhouse Museum ticket office to receive a reward.

Neverland at Mother Shiptons

20th July to 1st September 2024
Immerse yourself in the magic of Neverland with our enchanting themed displays, featuring the mischievous Tinkerbell, mysterious shipwrecks, and swashbuckling pirate hideouts. Watch as actors bring the story to life, sprinkling a touch of magic and wonder throughout your visit.

Barley Hall Beasts

From 1st July 2024
Why would a porcupine’s quill be found in medieval York? Which animal’s teeth were carved into a chess set? And what does a 15th century dog collar have to do with a window in York Minster? These mysteries and many more will be explored in an exciting new exhibition for Summer 2024 at Barley Hall

Toy Town at NESM

August 2024
From wartime toys and Victorian school games to VR and puppets, we’ve got you covered as we fire your imagination.

logo for summer cinema at lakeside, green background with cartoon wild animals and text about the event

Summer Cinema at Lakeside

Thursdays in August 2024
This exciting event will begin on the 3rd of August and last up until the end of 31st August. There will be two screenings on each day of the event. What’s more, is that the event will be completely FREE.

Family paddleboarding

Paddleboarding

Stand Up Paddle Boarding is a new and easy to learn water sport. Yorkshire offers Paddle boarding on inland lakes and in coastal waters.

giant brightly coloured inflatables

Breeze in the Park

24th July to 22nd August 2024
In parks across the Leeds area. Get caught up in sun, fun, chills and thrills with, our interactive play system, arts zone, food and, of course, our classic inflatables. All at a Breeze in the Park near you.
50p per child, pre-book online

front of the Yorkshire belle boat with people admiring the Flamborough chalk cliffs

Yorkshire Belle Coastal Cruise

See the fabulous East and North Yorkshire coast from the sea, depending on the time you visit you may see a wide rage of seabirds, seals or possibly even a dolphin.

small gems and treasures with a monopoly board in the background.

Token Treasure Hunt at Leeds City Museum

23rd July to 30th August 2024
Embark on a nostalgic journey celebrating classic board game tokens in our summer trail! Search the museum for oversized game pieces, from the iconic Monopoly top hat to a 12-sided dice.
FREE

huddersfield lego trail logo, lego minifigure walking down a path, with text in lego style and lego border

Huddersfield Lego Trail

1st to 31st August 2024
Explore Huddersfield Town Centre to discover amazing Lego models, scan QR codes, and win prizes. This family-friendly event is perfect for creating lasting memories and enjoying the vibrant atmosphere of Huddersfield.

peasholm park festival of fun

Festival of Fun at Peasholm Park

Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 30th July to 28th August 2024
Join Pete and the gang for some fun family entertainment including; Circus skills, Face painting, Magic tricks, Punch & Judy, Treasure Trail, Colouring competition and more!

film clapperboard on a red bench at Goathland station

Lights, Camera, Traction Film Trail on NYMR

20th July to 1st September 2024
Brand-new film trail. We’ve got literally tonnes of fun for you in the shape of our giant steam engines and diesel locomotives along with hands-on family activities throughout the summer holidays and best of all KIDS GO FREE*.

Action Packed Summer at Royal Armouries

20th July to 1st September 2024
This summer is going to be a full-on action-fest as we showcase our most exciting and popular combats, demonstrations and dramas. Every day will be different and who knows which characters and heroes from history you’ll meet on your visit.
FREE

Wild Wild West Summer at Williams Den

22nd July to 2nd September 2024
Adventures are back for the Kid's Summer Holidays! With William's Wild West Adventures "Yee-Haw"! Don your boots and saddle up as we embark on an adventure to William's Wild Wild West, in the heart of East Yorkshire..

Naval boats on the lake at Peasholm Park.

Naval Battles at Peasholm Park

Monday, Thursday and Saturday in July and August 2024
For more than 80 years the “Battle of Peasholm” has been played out for 30 minutes three times every week during the summer season, delighting audiences who still find it hard to believe that these boats are mostly manpowered.

Elsecar by the Sea Trail

23rd July to 1st September 2024
Inspired by the incredible story of the ‘seaside resort at the heart of the Yorkshire coalfield’, search out hidden seaside objects and collect words to make a popular summer song.

two hobs, small bearded slightly gnome like creatures on a shelf at ryedale museum.

Hobtastic Trail at Ryedale Museum

25th May to 30th September 2024
Discover the hobtastic new trail to discover their hiding places! Count the hobs, collect a little prize from reception and enter our prize draw for the season. The hobs will be coming and going throughout the summer, so there’ll be a new count each week and another opportunity to enter

cartoon image of sheep dog and donkey, with the wrong shadow for the donkey.

Where's My Shadow? Summer Quest at Whitby Abbey

1st July to 1st September 2024
Noble, our trusty guard dog, has lost his shadow at Whitby Abbey and needs the help of little adventurers to find it! Join Noble and his friends on a summer quest to search for his shadow throughout the grounds during the summer holidays.

Sheffield Bricktropolis

3rd to 18th August 2024
The bricks (LEGO ones) are back this summer! Get ready to explore, as over half a million bricks will transform Sheffield City Centre into yet another amazing visitor trail.

Great Garden Adventure with Shaun the Sheep at RHS Harlow Carr

20th July to 1st September 2024
Join the fun and frolics with Shaun this summer as he learns top tips about how to grow scrumptious fresh food from the garden to keep him in great condition.

National Festival Circus at Thorp Perrow

14th to 18th August 2024
Enjoy a fabulous, fun-filled family show in a traditional style tent with the famous National Festival Circus. With clowns, contortionists, jugglers and tumbling acrobats, there’s entertainment for all the family.

York Maze

13th July to 1st September 2024
With over 20 different rides, attractions and shows to enjoy York Maze offers an amazing fun-filled full family day out.

Summer of Fun at Eureka!

20th July to 1st September 2024
Get ready for BRAND NEW show-hosts, plus Eureka! favourites, this school holidays... The play experts at Team Eureka! have planned 44 days of performers, workshops and, well, FUN!

Summer Adventure at Piglets Adventure Farm

20th July to 2nd September 2024
Fun shows, foam parties and three fantastic adventures! Will you meet a fire breathing dragon, master new skills at the circus or walk with the dinosaurs?

graphic for bradford play in the park.

Bradford Summer Play in the Park

25th July to 31st August
The ever popular "Play in Parks" events are returning this summer! With two inflatables, sports and play equipment accompanied by a resident DJ, these events are great for all the family! In addition to this, there are 6 "Mini Bounce Planet" events on 6 Saturdays throughout the summer, with 2 amazing inflatables for over 5s and 2 amazing inflatables for under 5s!

Disney princesses at trinity walk

Princesses of Trinity

Fridays 26th July to 30th August 2024
You are royally welcome to join Trinity Walk, Wakefield to meet the Princesses of Trinity every Friday this summer holiday. Royal visits are free and there’s more than you might expect on these regal occasions, including meet and greets for pics, story time and sing-alongs – plus craft fun too.

Yorkshire Arboretum Alien Bug Hunt

24th July to 7th September 2024
Follow the trail of boards around the arboretum and learn about some of the pests and diseases we are concerned about in the UK. Hand your completed answers in to reception and get your Izzy the Inspector Activity Book..

Summer at York Castle Museum

27th July to 1st September 2023
Enjoy traditional games outside in the Exercise Yard, including favourites such as a ‘Ring Toss’ and ‘Plinko’, along with live performances three times a week with Phineas FickleTickle’s Totally Tremendous Time-Travel Tincture, as well as Victorian Stilt Walkers and an itinerant band on Sundays

Pond Pirates Trail at RSPB Old Moor

20th July to 2nd September 2023
The pond pirate trail is a self-led family adventure available everyday at RSPB Old Moor nature reserve throughout the summer holidays. Packs cost £3 and can be purchased at the Welcome Shed when you arrive, no need to pre-book. The pack includes a map and booklet, everything you need for your pirate adventure. Pirate costumes encouraged. ARRRR!!

Tansy Beetle sculpture

York Trailblzers Trail

1st August to 30th September 2024
Embark on an enchanting journey along the magnificent sculpture trail. For summer 2024 only, discover the vibrant display of awe-inspiring Tansy Beetle sculptures, each one a unique tribute to the remarkable individuals who have shaped York's history.

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Summer Beach Club

19th July to 1st September 2024
A range of outdoor chill zones and beach vibes that will provide the perfect spot to relax, play or catch up for families and friends of all ages. Splashdown in Aquasplash, enjoy the thrills of the Theme Park or relax at the beach retreat.

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