January Family Events – Happy New Year!

January Family Events

Happy New Year! January is the perfect time to wrap up warm, get out together, and start the year with fun family adventures.

At Let’s Go With the Children, we’ve rounded up the best family-friendly events happening this January!

Whether you’re planning a weekend day out, looking for something to entertain the kids during the winter months, or simply want to make special memories together, our January events guide is here to help.

Here’s to a year full of smiles, laughter, and great days out — Happy New Year from all of us at Let’s Go With the Children!

JORVIK Viking Centre in North Yorkshire

The time has come. Grab your sword, dust off your shield and prepare for battle as the JORVIK Viking Festival returns to York.  Join the team from 16th – 22nd February for battles, crafts, theatre and even poo, as once again, they set up camp in the city and march through its streets. 

See you there?

Find out more and book tickets at jorvikvikingfestival.co.uk

Winter at Welly Park in Wellington Country Park in Berkshire

Wellington Country Park is extending the winter fun with a cosy indoor play experience for children aged 18 months to 5 years. Designed for imaginative and sensory play, this warm indoor space is perfect for winter days, with relaxed, untimed play and refreshments available from Café 1815 — ideal for a stress-free family outing.

Three children jumping in a huge muddy puddle.

Puddle Jumping Weekends at Godstone Farm in Surrey

Godstone Farm’s Puddle Jumping event is back this January, offering one of the most fun things to do with kids in Surrey. In partnership with JoJo Maman Bébé, families can enjoy puddle jumping, welly throwing, outdoor challenges, plus indoor fun in the Play Barn and animal encounters — perfect for rainy winter days. Grab the wellies and jump in!

The outdoor Science Garden at Thinktank, Birmingham Science Museum.

LEGO Weekend at Thinktank Birmingham Science Museum in West Midlands

Celebrate International LEGO Day at Thinktank Birmingham Science Museum with a fun-filled family day out. Enjoy brick-themed activities for all ages, from life-size builds and collaborative challenges to DUPLO stations for little builders, and end the day with a screening of The LEGO Movie in the Planetarium (pre-booking required).

Horrible Histories – The Concert in locations nationwide

See Horrible Histories – The Concert at locations nationwide! Featuring songs and actors from the BAFTA-winning CBBC series, this live, family-friendly show brings history to life with hilarious monarchs, famous figures, and a live band led by Richie Webb. Perfect for ages 5–105 — don’t miss this unique musical experience!

Shetland pony and foal at Odds Farm Park.

Jam-packed January at Odds Farm Park in Buckinghamshire

Keep the family fun going this January at Odds Farm Park in Buckinghamshire with Magic and Mayhem Entertainment Weekends. Enjoy indoor shows, giant play areas, farmer-led activities, and outdoor adventures like mini golf, go-karts, and wooden play frames. Runs weekends from 10th January to 1st February — perfect for a winter day out with kids!

National Storytelling Week Activities at M Shed in Bristol

Celebrate National Storytelling Week at M Shed in Bristol from 31st January to 7th February. Families can enjoy free, drop-in activities including DIY scrap costume-making, storytelling sessions with Marcus Fagon, and special events for under-4s. Perfect for a creative and magical family day out!

kids running on a sunny day on a green field

Kids Go Free at Hogshaw Farm & Wildlife Park in Buckinghamshire

Enjoy a family day out this January at Hogshaw Farm & Wildlife Park – kids go free all month! With a Kids Go Free Ticket, you can enjoy a cheap family day out that won’t break the banks. Meet animals, have a run around, and refuel with tasty food or a warming hot chocolate. All you need is warm clothing, wellies, and at least ONE full price adult ticket per booking!

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Highland Cow Day at Cholderton Rare Breeds Farm

Enjoy a day out with the children at Cholderton Rare Breeds Farm in Wiltshire on Saturday 31st January and learn more about Highland Cows.

Jump In Adventure Park Camberley

A fun trampoline park suitable for all ages. Includes foam pits and basketball hoops to keep everyone entertained.

Wildlife Explorers Club at RSPB Ynys-hir

Kids interested in wildlife? Book young nature lovers aged 8-12 years into this monthly club at RSPB Ynys-hir in Ceredigion. Sessions run 10.30am-12.30pm.

Winter at JORVIK Viking Centre

Experience Winter at JORVIK Viking Centre with festive Viking traditions, immersive exhibits & seasonal events perfect for the whole family.

Children using a skate aid at an ice rink.

The Gateway Ice Rink

Take the family ice skating at The Gateway Ice Rink near Cirencester in the Cotswold Water Park until 18th January 2026. Perfect winter family treat!

Lambing at Roves Farm

Visit Roves Farm near Swindon from 23rd to 28th January. Watch lambing from the viewing walkway and maybe even meet the new arrivals in the walk-in pen.

The Story of Stars 3D – Planetarium Show at We The Curious

Discover the wonders of the night sky in the Planetarium at We The Curious in Bristol. Various shows are available for different age groups.

Winter Weekends at Waddesdon

Blow away the cobwebs with a family walk! The grounds of Waddesdon in Buckinghamshire are open free of charge on weekends from 10th January to 8th February.

Child waving in the audience at a theatre show.

Robin Hood at Aberystwyth Arts Centre

A family treat for January when the excitement of Christmas is over. Book tickets for the pantomime at Aberystwyth Arts Centre from 7th to 24th January.

AirHop Adventure & Trampoline Park Wrexham

Trampolines and indoor adventure activities in the heart of Wrexham. AirHop Adventure & Trampoline Park welcomes all ages and is ideal for kids' parties.

Family Trail at the Shakespeare Family Homes

Learn all about the fascinating women in William Shakespeare's plays on a visit to the Shakespeare Family Homes in Stratford-upon-Avon until 15th March.

Zip World Llechwedd

Head to Zip World Llechwedd in North Wales for thrills including the underground net adventure Bounce Below, the Deep Mine Tour and golf in a cave!

baby dressed with a builders hat and UV jacket

Winter at Welly Park in Wellington Country Park

Indoor adventure at Wellington Country Park near Reading. A brand-new play experience, designed especially for little ones aged 18 months-5 years old.

AirHop Trampoline Park Bristol

Enjoy an active family day out at AirHop Trampoline Park in Bristol. Amazing bouncing fun for kids and adults and a great choice for birthday parties.

Adult and children using coloured paper for a craft project.

National Storytelling Week Activities at M Shed

Find out what's on for families at M Shed in Bristol during National Storytelling Week. Activities run on selected dates from 31st January to 7th February.

Puddle Jumping Weekends in January at Godstone Farm

Planning things to do with the kids in Surrey this January? Put on your wellies for some splishy sploshy good fun at Godstone Farm over the weekends.

Junior Parkrun at Plas Newydd

Get the kids out into the fresh air at Plas Newydd on Anglesey in North Wales with weekly free Junior Parkrun events for ages 4-14 years. Register ahead.

Wandering Wellies Trail at Shugborough Estate

Get the family out into the fresh air on the trail at Shugborough Estate in Staffordshire from 12th January to 1st March. How many wellies can you spot?

Drawing of a tiny penguin looking up at an adult penguin.

Me… at Little Angel Theatre

Enjoy this touching story about a parent and their love for their child at Little Angel Theatre in London until 25th January. Suitable for ages 2-5 years.

Young child's hand reaching into a small box of coloured wooden building bricks.

Mini Museum Engineers Play at Coventry Transport Museum

Weekly play sessions for toddlers at Coventry Transport Museum. Lovely introduction to museums and great for developing skills such as problem solving.

Drawing of a young child looking over the side of a boat at a whale in a snowstorm.

The Storm Whale at Little Angel Theatre

Heart-warming show for ages 4-8 years at Little Angel Theatre in London until 24th January. Follow the story of Noi, who rescues a small whale one spring.

The BFG at the Royal Shakespeare Theatre, Stratford-upon-Avon

See Roald Dahl's unforgettable story of The BFG come to life in this magical new adaptation in Stratford-upon-Avon from 25th November to 7th February 2026.

The Festival of Light at Longleat

Lantern trail, Santa Train, Drive Through Safari and more! Enjoy the Festival of Light at Longleat on selected dates from 8th November to 11th January.

Rush Trampoline Park High Wycombe

Action-packed indoor trampoline park in High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire, with something for everyone. A great day out and perfect for children's parties.

Technispace: Blast Off! – Science Show at Techniquest Cardiff

Enjoy a live science show at Techniquest in Cardiff and learn more about space exploration. Shows run on selected dates from 27th December to 1st February.

Wild About Wings at Shropshire Hills Discovery Centre

Visit the Shropshire Hills Discovery Centre on 24th January and join in activities such as making bird feeders to mark the RSPB's Big Garden Birdwatch.

advert for the Horrible Histories Concert

Horrible Histories – The Concert

CBBC’s BAFTA-winning show is touring the UK from Jan 23 to Apr 18, 2026. Featuring songs and actors (live and dead), suitable for ages 5+.

A laughing young child looking through a gap in a wooden fence.

Jam-packed January at Odds Farm Park

Magic and mayhem entertainment shows, animals, indoor and outdoor play and more at Odds Farm Park in Buckinghamshire on selected weekends this January.

Red curtains with golden edging drawn across a theatre stage.

Robin Hood at Birmingham Hippodrome

Have you booked pantomime tickets yet? Robin Hood at Birmingham Hippodrome from 20th December to 1st February 2026 is packed with action and adventure!

Kids Go Free! at Noah’s Ark Zoo Farm

Don't miss the 'Kids Go Free' offer at Noah's Ark Zoo Farm near Bristol until 1st February. Plan a day out, meet amazing animals and enjoy the play areas.

A pile of coloured plastic building bricks.

LEGO Weekend at Thinktank Birmingham Science Museum

Celebrate LEGO Day by joining in the brick-themed activities and challenges at Thinktank Birmingham Science Museum on 31st January and 1st February.

Jump Inc Leeds

Rain or shine, kids and adults will have a great time at Jump Inc Leeds, a massive warehouse filled with adrenaline-fuelled activities in West Yorkshire.

Jack and the Beanstalk – Rock ‘n’ Roll Panto at The Everyman

Part fairytale and part concert, the Rock 'n' Roll panto at The Everyman Theatre Liverpool is perfect for everyone from 3 to 103! Until 17th January 2026.

Audience clapping and cheering at a show or concert.

Mary Poppins at Wales Millennium Centre

The multi award winning musical Mary Poppins comes to Wales Millennium Centre in Cardiff this Christmas, from 3rd December 2025 to 10th January 2026.

Child studying something under a microscope.

Family Days at Science Oxford Centre

Get to grips with science at one of the exciting family days at Science Oxford Centre on Saturdays and additional dates in school holidays. Book in advance.

Girl looking at a glass display case at a museum.

Sportsfest 2026 – Family Trail at REME Museum

Grab your trail pack and learn more about REME's past as you follow the family trail around REME Museum in Wiltshire from 10th January to 13th December.

Children in winter coats and muddy wellies.

Gruffalo Quiz Activity Trail at Queenswood Country Park

Follow the Gruffalo Trail, find the larger-than-life sculptures and complete a quiz at Queenswood Country Park in Herefordshire until 31st December 2026.

Cinderella – The Rock ‘n’ Roll Panto at Theatr Clwyd

Unforgettable festive pantomime at Theatr Clwyd in North Wales. Enjoy live music and some of the biggest hits from rock, pop and soul until 17th January.

Birthday Party Ideas

We have pulled together a list of some of our favourite party places. Making birthdays extra special!

class of children celebrating fun at drama class

Camps, Clubs, Classes & Courses

If your child is looking to start a new hobby or wants to grow their social skills, look at our top child-friendly Camps, Clubs, Classes & Courses!

Fantastic Family Films

Keep up-to-date with new film releases with Let's Go with the Children, picked with the whole family in mind!