Normanby, North Lincolnshire, DN15 9HU. 01724 720588. The Normanby Hall Bank Holiday Festival will take place across the late May Bank Holiday weekend, and will serve up a host of attractions and activities, all set against the beautiful scenery of Normanby Hall. A range of traders will be on hand from the best international food and drink...
East Park, Holderness Road, Hull. 10am-3pm. To raise funds for the animal education centre at East Park. Free entry. Selection of crafts, bespoke handmade items and gifts made in Hull.
Sewerby Hall and Gardens, Church Lane, Sewerby, YO15 1EA 28th May: Rusticus Encounter, Greek Storyteller. Exciting outdoor performance with activities, at 11.30am, 1pm and 2.30pm Also from Rusticus over half term: 29th May: Rusticus Encounter, Robin Hood. Sing songs with the outlaws and feast at the Sheriff’s banquet as you discover the greatest legend of our...
Hessle Town Hall - May 28th, 10am-11am Join the Messy Mutz gang and follow the adventures of the pups from Mess Around. There’ll be lots of exciting adventures including pups in space, pups under the sea, pups meet the aliens, princess pups and lots more. What are you waiting for, come and join us for...
Ferens Art Gallery, Queen Victoria Square, Hull. 10-11.30am: Mini Masterpieces - Kings and Queens. Ferens Art Gallery. Join us to create collage outfits fit for Royalty! Be warned it could get messy! £1.50 per child, payable on the day, drop in. Suitable for children age 5 and under. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Also...
The Back to Ours Festival is back for May half term, with family shows in community venues across Hull. Full details of all shows on the Mumbler School Holidays page here. Shows at: Driftwood: Hymers College, Thursday 31st May to Sunday 3rd June. £2.50 children / £7.50 adults. Suitable for ages 6+. Handa's Surprise: North Bransholme...
The HeadStart Hull Play Rangers programme is delivered in partnership by Hessle Road Network, Maxlife Youth Project and St. Michael’s Youth Project, and provides activities for children, young people and families during school holidays, including treasure trails, dance, music, sport, art. Activities are for all ages however, under 9’s need to be accompanied by an adult or...
Sewerby Hall and Gardens, Church Lane, Sewerby, YO15 1EA 29th May: Rusticus Encounter, Robin Hood. Sing songs with the outlaws and feast at the Sheriff’s banquet as you discover the greatest legend of our time – Robin Hood, at 11.30am, 12.30pm, 1.30pm and 2.30pm Also from Rusticus over half term: 31st May: Rusticus Encounter, Musical Mayhem. An...
Burnby Hall Gardens and Museum, The Balk, Pocklington, York, YO42 2QF. 01759 307125. Things That Fly, children's activity day. Event included in the admission price, runs 11am-4pm.
Sewerby Hall and Gardens, Church Lane, Sewerby, YO15 1EA. 30th May: Magic Day & Amy Johnson Celebration. Magic - balloon modelling, temporary tattoos and face painting, interactive magic shows in the Orangery at 12.30pm and 2.30pm. Amy Johnson activity, paper aeroplane making 11am - 3pm and to celebrate links with Amy Johnson, the volunteer team...
Clowes Memorial Church, corner of Greenwood Avenue and 1st Avenue, Orchard Park, Hull. Every Wednesday in school holidays Clowes Memorial Church run a family fun day in the morning, followed by Smile@MessyChurch which everyone is welcome to stay for and have a drink, cake and a chat. This May half term - Wednesday 30th May,...
Hull Central Library, Albion Street, Hull. 1-2.30pm. Craft session for families with children under 12 years. Book a place via the library, 01482 210000.
The HeadStart Hull Play Rangers programme is delivered in partnership by Hessle Road Network, Maxlife Youth Project and St. Michael’s Youth Project, and provides activities for children, young people and families during school holidays, including treasure trails, dance, music, sport, art. Activities are for all ages however, under 9’s need to be accompanied by an adult or...
Bridlington South Beach (below Foreshore offices), YO15 3LG. 1-3pm. Beach sports session run by Active Coast. Suitable for 6-16 years. Free.
Wheeler Children’s Centre, The Rainbow Centre, Wheeler Street, Hull, HU3 5QE. 10 - 11.30am. A play session for ages 18 months to 8 years, come along and burn off some energy at this half term session. £1.50, booking essential, please call the centre on 01482 502466.
Flamborough South Landing, YO15 1AE. 10am-1pm. Rockpooling session from Active Coast/ Coastal Explorers. For ages 5+ (with an adult). Free but booking is required, call the Foreshore Office on 01262 678255.
Costello Stadium, Hull. 1.30 - 2.45pm. Come along for a Costello Kids Dance Session, organised by Priory Childrens Centre. Play, create and dance, for 0-5 year olds. No need to book, just come along. £1 per family.
Hull & East Riding Museum, Museums Quarter, High Street, Hull. 11am-1pm: Clangers Craft Activity. Hull & East Riding Museum. Get stuck into crafts at Hull and East Riding Museum. Inspired by the Clangers, Bugpuss and Co we’re reusing and recycling materials to make amazing crafts. Free, drop in.
Waters Edge Nature Reserve & Visitor Centre, Waterfront, Maltkiln Road, Barton-upon-Humber, DN18 5JR. 01652 631500. Crafty Creations: 31st May, 11am-3pm. A creative nature, wildlife or environment themed activity session. £1 per child, just drop in.
The Cookery Academy for Kids run childrens cooking classes, workshops and do kids parties. They have a 2 hour workshop at Anlaby Village Hall on Tuesday 31st May. Suitable for 2-11 years, Italian theme - home made pizza and tiramisu and making our own Italian flags. For more info and booking contact Samantha on 07799430458...
Sewerby Hall and Gardens, Church Lane, Sewerby, YO15 1EA. 31st May: Rusticus Encounter, Musical Mayhem. An energetic adventure walk with music-inspired games and activities, at 11.30am, 1pm and 2.30pm. Also running at Sewerby 28th May to 3rd June: Amy Johnson Trail. 11am – 4pm daily in the house.
The HeadStart Hull Play Rangers programme is delivered in partnership by Hessle Road Network, Maxlife Youth Project and St. Michael’s Youth Project, and provides activities for children, young people and families during school holidays, including treasure trails, dance, music, sport, art. Activities are for all ages however, under 9’s need to be accompanied by an adult or...
Burton Constable, near Skirlaugh. Enjoy a picnic with your favourite teddy bear in the grounds of Burton Constable Hall. Free entry into the grounds for children (5-18) who bring along a teddy bear with a paying adult. *Activities Fee of £1 per child (5-18) applies* Families are also welcome to bring along frisbees, soft balls...
Bridlington South Beach (below Foreshore offices), YO15 3LG. 1-3pm. Beach tennis session run by Active Coast. Suitable for 6-16 years. Free.
The HeadStart Hull Play Rangers programme is delivered in partnership by Hessle Road Network, Maxlife Youth Project and St. Michael’s Youth Project, and provides activities for children, young people and families during school holidays, including treasure trails, dance, music, sport, art. Activities are for all ages however, under 9’s need to be accompanied by an adult or...
Willows Club, Holderness Road, Hull. 11am - 3pm. Family fun day to raise money for Project Hotdog, Hull homeless support. Tombola, raffle, games, bouncy castle, face painting, glitter tattoos and lots of stalls.
Wingfield Farm Carvery & Pub, Boothferry Road, Hessle, HU13 0JL. To celebrate their first anniversary they have some family events running 1st to 3rd June - 1st June - Day 1: 9am-11am: Why not join us at Wingfield Farm with the family during Half Term for Breakfast with our very Special Guest. Our regular breakfast menu...
Williams Den, North Cave. 10am - 4pm. Tank Heroes are a team of dedicated people, providing the ultimate off road entertainment experience for children and they are available for you and your family to add to your day at The Den on Friday 1st June. They are an all-weather vehicle so your fun won't stop...
Sewerby Hall and Gardens, Church Lane, Sewerby, YO15 1EA Sport, Play and Arts- Family Classic Games. Visitors can try out numerous classic outdoor games aimed at all the family, 12 - 3pm. Sport, Play and Arts- Wall Art Session. Get creative and have fun at the same time while colouring in our Active Coast Art Wall;...
Hull & East Riding Museum, Museums Quarter, Hull. 11am-1pm. Please Touch, Materials - Get hands-on at Hull and East Riding Museum where we’ll be exploring how people used materials in the past. At this drop-in session you’ll be able to handle objects from the museum’s collections which have survived hundreds, if not thousands of years! Free,...
Junction Theatre, Paradise Place, Goole, DN14 5DL. Sat Nav: Use DN14 5EZ for directions to Wesley Square car park. Workshop at 3.30pm: Join Mambo Jambo for a fun and involving musical carnival workshop. Explore body percussion and learn the chorus to some of Mambo Jambo’s songs, with a chance to perform with them on stage. Open to...
Hull History Centre, Worship Street, Hull, HU2 8BG. 9.30am - 12.30pm. Celebrating everything sporty including football, rugby, netball and tennis. Free family activity Part of their regular History Makers craft and Lego sessions.
Pearson Park, Beverley Road, Hull, HU5 2TQ. 10am - 4.30pm. Calling all dog lovers/ owners/ people who would enjoy a lovely day in the sun (hopefully!!). You don't have to own a dog to come along! Join Ren’s Rescue on June 2nd for lots of fun, food, games and entertainment (including bouncy slides, face painting and...
East Park, Holderness Road, Hull. Start time – There are two waves, 10.30am and 11.30am and you can choose when you sign up which wave you join. Bubble Rush is a fun run with a difference – lots of colourful bubbles. Dove House Hospice are very excited to be working alongside Bubble Rush to bring...
St Margaret's Church, Long Riston. 10am - archery service followed by bacon butties 11am - archery registration and then archery. Last registration 3pm. Plus hog roast, cream teas and ice creams. Picnics welcome too. Practice field, 5 competition stands, trophies. Bows and arrows provided. £10 for 5 arrows per stand, £30 family ticket for 2...
Monday 4th June - Sunday 10th June is National Bookstart Week, BookTrust's annual event celebrating the joys and beefits of sharing stories and rhymes with children from an early age. This year's chosen book is 'A Busy Day for Birds' by Lucy Cousins. All libraries will be celebrating in their under 5s regular weekly sessions...
Mothercare, Kingston Retail Park, Hull. Events for expectant parents at the Hull Mothercare store. A chance to shop while the shop is usually closed, plus demonstrations and advice, stalls, offers and discounts. Next events are: Wednesday 6th June 6-8pm Sunday 10th June 9.30am-11.30am Thursday 21st June 6-8pm. They’re free to attend but you need to...
Zebedee's Yard (opposite Princes Quay), Hull. Wide range of hot food and drink stalls, DJ, live band and other family friendly entertainment. Free to attend. Evenings on the 3rd May, 7th June, 12th July, 2nd August and 6th September.
Noddle Hill Fire Station, 10-11am or 11.15am-12.15pm. Meet the fireman, explore the station and fire engine, use the hose. Organised by Lemon Tree Childrens Centre and places must be booked in advance via them on 01482 828901 and tickets collected from them. Suitable for ages 0-5 and siblings up to 8 years.
Beverley Grammar School Hall, 9th June 2.30-3.30pm Hessle Town Hall, 17th June 10am-11am Roll up! Roll up! Pack your buckets and spades, we have all the fun of the seaside right here at Mess Around! Including all the messy classics like hook-a-duck, goldfish jelly and ice cream. We’ve also got the favourites of the funfair...
Williams Den, North Cave. Come to William's Den CAR BOOT SALE on Saturday 9th June! Join us either as seller – to sell your stuff; or come as a buyer and pick up some fantastic bargains. Now is the perfect time to sort your clutter and we have the ideal spot for you to sell...
Feren's Art Gallery, Queen Victoria Square, Hull. 11am - 1pm. Make your own feathery Ollie the owl. Free, drop-in activity, no need to book.
Both events take place from 9am, route is around the city centre starting/finishing on Alfred Gelder Street. Lots of road closures in the city centre, check before driving.
Hallmark Hotel, Ferriby High Road, HU14 3LG North Ferriby. Shows at 2.30pm and 5.30pm Join us The Greatest of Shows Event. A tribute to The Greatest Showman Soundtrack. A show full of passion, crazy and wacky acts for all the family to enjoy. You will be amazed by our incredible acrobats and blown away with our...
Waters Edge Nature Reserve & Visitor Centre, Waterfront, Maltkiln Road, Barton-upon-Humber, DN18 5JR. 01652 631500. 11am - 3pm. Family Hands are childrens workshops, create your own unique art using hand prints on a variety of materials.Just choose what you would like to do, prices from £2 depending on what you make. Drop in activity, no...
Mothercare, Kingston Retail Park, Hull. Events for expectant parents at the Hull Mothercare store. A chance to shop while the shop is usually closed, plus demonstrations and advice, stalls, offers and discounts. Next events are: Sunday 10th June 9.30am-11.30am Thursday 21st June 6-8pm. They’re free to attend but you need to book a place in...
Junction Theatre, Paradise Place, Goole, DN14 5DL. Sat Nav: Use DN14 5EZ for directions to Wesley Square car park. 2pm Magicians Morgan & West have a marvellous magic show full of crazy capers for the young, old, and everyone in-between! Expect the unexpected, believe the unbelievable, but do not dare miss the unmissable Morgan & West! Can...
Hull Minster, South Church Side, Hull. 9.30am-4.30pm. The Hull Minster Car Show is back, but bigger and better! This year it'spart of the Hull Lord Mayor's Gala, so we want to fill Hull City Centre with amazing cars all day on Saturday 16 June. There'll also be some special things happening in Trinity Square.
Saturday June 16th & Sunday June 17th at Bude Park, Bransholme, Hull. Over 30 live acts on 2 stages with tributes to Guns & Roses, Metallica, Bowie, Sterophonics, Nirvana, Kings Of Leon, Daft Punk, Joy Division, Limp Bizkit and many many more. Expect beer / food tents, market area, VIP area, Kids activities, thrill rides...
Anlaby Park Community Library, The Greenway, Anlaby High Road, Hull, HU4 6xH. 10.30am - 12noon. Children's craft session at the library, free to attend.
Hessle Town Hall, 17th June 10am-11am Roll up! Roll up! Pack your buckets and spades, we have all the fun of the seaside right here at Mess Around! Including all the messy classics like hook-a-duck, goldfish jelly and ice cream. We’ve also got the favourites of the funfair such as cereal bumper cars, funfair rice,...
World of Wonder, Hull Community Church, on the corner of Newland Ave and Cottingham Road, Hull. 11am - 12.15pm. Dads Ultimate Fun Day Sunday, includes a special Scrapheap Challenge, lots of arts and crafts to get stuck into and free bacon and sausage sandwiches. Not to mention storytelling by Gordon Meredith.
Victoria Avenue, Hull. 11am. After running her successful Private Music Business in Chepstow, Nonnie is bringing her talents and teaching to children and adults in Hull and surrounding areas! Based from the Avenues, to get the summer off to a good start, Nonnie is offering taster sessions for 1 half an hour session at half...
Williams Den, North Cave. Two sensory play sessions every Tuesday at Williams Den, from 19th June - 10th July. The classes will be provided by Nicola from Eden's Baby Experiences. 1st Session - 9.45-10.45 for children aged 0-18months. Each session will include sensory play, songs and story using baby sign language. Week 1- Animal Party...
Princes Quay Shopping Centre Hull, Level 3. A week long celebration of the PQ Outlet being 1 year old, 18th - 24th June, 12noon-4pm. As part of the celebrations, retailers across the centre will be offering a range of special offers, including £5 off when shoppers spend £30 at Hamleys, half-price Technic make-up sets at...
Mothercare, Kingston Retail Park, Hull. Events for expectant parents at the Hull Mothercare store. A chance to shop while the shop is usually closed, plus demonstrations and advice, stalls, offers and discounts. Next events is Thursday 21st June 6-8pm. They’re free to attend but you need to book a place in advance via the Mothercare website...
Williams Den, North Cave. Two Sing and Sign Sessions at Williams Den every Thursday from 21st June - 12th July with Nicola from Eden's Baby Experiences. 1st session - 9.45-10.45 and suitable for ages 0-18months. Come along to this fun filled baby class full of songs and rhymes, the class will include baby sign language...
Sewerby Hall and Gardens, Sewerby, Bridlington, YO15 1EA. 23rd and 24th June 11am - 4pm. Sewerby Hall and Gardens Insect Week: Discovery Pack - Come along and draw and colour in your own mini-beast picture when you visit Sewerby Hall in this self-led activity. All materials provided. Cost: Adults £7.50, Children £5.40 For more info...
Fort Paull, Battery Road, Paul, HU12 8FP. Back again for the 2nd year are cowboys at Fort Paull. Dress the kids up as a cowgirl or cowboy and come and enjoy the event. 23rd and 24th June.
Hull Truck Theatre, Ferensway, Hull. So you think you know about dinosaurs, with Dr Ben Garrod. Hit stage show taking you on an exciting prehistoric adventure. 3pm, tickets £12.50, suitable for ages 5+.
Mamas and Papas , Kingston Retail Park, HU1 2TX. 10am - 12noon. Our Free Parents to be events are full of helpful advice and insights to inspire your journey. Enjoy exclusive savings of up to £400* (Terms and conditions apply) off your shop. – FREE goody bag – In store experts on hand to answer...
Humble Bee Farm, Flixton, Scarborough, YO11 3UJ. 01723 890437.Humble Bee Farm is having an Open Day on Sunday 24th June, 11am-4pm, which will raise funds for the Yorkshire Air Ambulance. This family-run business, which is a glamping site based on a working farm just outside Flixton village, is to celebrate it's 10th anniversary. Everyone is welcome to attend...
Around Melton and Welton villages, collect info and tickets from Welton Memorial Hall. 11.30am-4.30pm. Tickets £5 (all accompanied children are free). Choir concert also in St Helens Church at 4.30pm (free admission).
Sewerby Hall and Gardens, Sewerby, Bridlington, YO15 1EA. 01262 673769. Sewerby Squirrels: Monday term time playgroup at Sewerby for the under 5s. Kitchen Activity - As well as the usual toys, sensory area and quiet corner, investigate Edwardian jelly moulds and get messy with jelly! 10am - 11.30am. Big Garden Toddle: Join us for the Big...
Williams Den, North Cave. Two sensory play sessions every Tuesday at Williams Den, from 19th June - 10th July. The classes will be provided by Nicola from Eden's Baby Experiences. 1st Session - 9.45-10.45 for children aged 0-18months. Each session will include sensory play, songs and story using baby sign language. Week 1- Animal Party...
Education Room, Treasure House, Champney Road, Beverley, HU17 8HE. 1pm. East Riding Treasure House – Big Treasure Toddle! Join us for treasure-themed play, coin decorating, and The Big Toddle - hunting for treasure in Coronation Gardens! For info call 01482 880066.
BOYS & GIRLS AGED 7 - 9 WANTED FOR A NEW U10'S HOCKEY TEAM FREE TASTER SESSION SAT 30TH JUNE 10AM-11AM at the KCOM Stadium Astro-Turf Pitches, behind the Arena, Walton Street, Hull. NO HOCKEY EXPERIENCE NECESSARY To register your interest or attendance at the Free Taster Session please email one of our junior coaches directly...
Hull Central Library, Albion Street, Hull. 10am-3pm. Bring your Football World Cup panini stickers to trade. £1 entry.
Willliams Den, North Cave. William’s Den will be celebrating their first birthday, and everyone is welcome. It is time to celebrate all the achievements and success at their first birthday party on Saturday June 30th. It will be a social occasion with live music from local acoustic band, The Frogg Brothers, who won Hull Daily...
