What's On: Children & Family
Event types
Children & Family
11 upcoming events
Apr 2025
Gladiator Trail
Step into the thrilling world of gladiators with our Gladiator Trail, a fun-filled family activity that will take you on an exciting journey through the museum!
Wed 30th Apr - All day
and 11 future schedules
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The Magic of Middle-Earth
Journey to Middle Earth at the Shire Hall Museum. Go beyond the books to explore J. R. R. Tolkien's artistic legacy through this exciting exhibition.
Wed 30th Apr - All day
and 45 future schedules
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Easter Egg Hunt in Antelope Walk – Starting 1st April
Easter Egg Hunt in Antelope Walk throughout April
Wed 30th Apr - All day
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May 2025
Quiet Opening
Explore the Museum and take part in drop-in activities during our Quiet Openings. Especially suitable for visitors with autism or other sensory conditions, and their siblings, parents and carers. The sessions are also suitable for any group or individual who would like to visit our museums and galleries at a quieter time.
Sat 3rd May - 10:00am
and 6 future schedules
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Storytime at the Museum
Come and join us for fun-filled Storytime where you can listen to some amazing tales in our Community Space at Dorset Museum & Art Gallery!
Thu 8th May - 10:00am
and 4 future schedules
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Beating the Bounds
Join in with this free annual tradition to “Beat the Bounds” of the old Roman Walls!
Sun 18th May - 2:00pm
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Poundbury Unwrapped 24th May to 1st June 2025
Art exhibition in Jubilee Hall Poundbury (Around the corner to Waitrose Poundbury). everyone welcome. Saturday 24th May to Sunday 1st June 10am to 4pm everyday.
Sat 24th May - 10:00am
and 8 future schedules
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Fairy Folk Tales
Step into the enchanting world of Dorset folklore and immerse yourself in the magical tale of "The Singing Barrows at Bincombe Bumps".
Tue 27th May - 10:00am
and 3 future schedules
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Art in the Park 2025
We are thrilled to announce the date for Art in the Park 2025 – Saturday 31st May 2025 10am to 4pm
Sat 31st May - All day Saturday 31st May 10am to 4pm
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Aug 2025
The Big Bad Wolf – Outdoor Theatre at Athelhampton House
The Big Bad Wolf - a rock and roll musical for the whole family following the scheming life of Fairytale Land’s most notorious baddy... The Big Bad Wolf
Sat 16th Aug - 5:00pm
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Oct 2025
Athelhampton’s Tudor Living History Week
Visit Athelhampton, one of England's finest Tudor Manor Houses surrounded by stunning architectural gardens with the bonus of being able to join in this special Half Term Event
Mon 27th Oct - All day
and 4 future schedules
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