Find The Best Events For Kids In Halifax and Calderdale

Are you in the midst of the baby stage and looking for new things to do with your little one?

Or perhaps you’ve got an active pre-schooler who needs to get out of the house and burn off energy, or older kids looking for weekend activities to get stuck into.

Well, we’re here to help with our comprehensive guide to things to do with kids in Halifax and Calderdale. We’ve rounded up great family-friendly activities and attractions near you for children of all ages and stages.

From engaging places to visit to courses, classes and one-off events that are not to be missed, it’s all here in our directory, and there’s something to suit every taste.

So if you’re looking for inspiration in your local area, you’ve come to the right place: there’s never been a better time to be a parent.

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Sarah Millican: Bobby Dazzler

Halifax

The hilarious Sarah Millican is back on tour with a Bobby Dazzler of a new stand-up show. In this, her sixth international tour, you’ll learn about what happens when yo...

One Night in Dublin

Halifax

ONE NIGHT IN DUBLIN is returning to Halifax when The Wild Murphys will set up Murphy’s Pub at the Victoria Theatre Halifax, guaranteeing one glorious night of high-energy I...

Calendar Girls The Musical

Halifax

Calendar Girls: The Musical presented by HAOS Productions. The death of a much loved husband prompts a group of ordinary women in a small Yorkshire Women's Institute to ...

Whitney: Queen of the Night

Halifax

Direct from The West End, experience the ultimate Whitney Houston tribute show as it tours across the UK performing over 100 concerts every year! Whitney - Queen of the...

Jane McDonald: Let The Light In

Halifax

Jane McDonald is back at the Victoria Theatre Halifax in 2022 with her ‘Let The Light In’ tour! The BAFTA award-winning star always delivers a phenomenal show along with...

Ansell's Les Musicals celebration of musical theatre

Halifax

Ansell's Les Musicals Live Concert Tour is the ultimate celebration of Musical Theatre. Jonathan Ansell (G4 Frontman) and Jai McDowall (Britains Got Talent - Winner) hav...

Strictly Presents: Keeeep Dancing

Halifax

Strictly Presents: Keeep Dancing! Is a brand new spectacular show featuring Strictly 2020 finalist and EastEnders star Maisie Smith, together with Strictly 2021 semi-finali...

Anton and Giovanni: Him and Me

Halifax

Anton and Giovanni: Him and Me. Brace yourselves for THE best night out when two of BBC Strictly Come Dancing’s best loved professional dancers team up for an unforgettable...

Terry Deary's Twisted Tales (from the author of Horrible Histories)

Halifax

A brand new original comedy play written by Terry Deary, author of Horrible Histories. Co-directed by Andrew Alton and James Tanton. See if you think you would have what...

Halifax Charity Gala

Halifax

The Halifax Charity Gala is an outdoor event with various charity stalls including games, tombola, goods for purchase. Food stalls, small selection of homemade goods for sa...

NCT Introducing Solids Courses

Halifax

NCT Introducing Solids courses. Book now for a 2-hour expert-led session covering all the information you need to confidently make decisions about feeding your baby. The...

Mum2mum Market Baby & Children's Nearly New Sale - BRIGHOUSE/HALIFAX

Halifax

SUN 11TH SEPT 2022 - Lightcliffe Academy Sports Centre, Brighouse - Halifax - Doors Open 13:15 – 15:15 35+ Stalls selling excellent condition baby and children’s goods...

Mum2mum Market Baby & Children's Nearly New Sale - BRIGHOUSE/HALIFAX

Halifax

SUN 17TH JULY 2022 - Lightcliffe Academy Sports Centre, Brighouse - Halifax - Doors Open 13:15 – 15:15 35+ Stalls selling excellent condition baby and children’s goods...

Mum2mum Market Baby & Children's Nearly New Sale - BRIGHOUSE/HALIFAX

Halifax

SUN 12TH JUNE 2022 - Lightcliffe Academy Sports Centre, Brighouse - Halifax - Doors Open 13:15 – 15:15 35+ Stalls selling excellent condition baby and children’s goods...

Mini Me Time - Messy Play

Todmorden

June, 15th, 22nd, 29th, July 6th & 13th 1:15pm - 2:15pm When it comes to messy play, we whole heartedly believe that the messier the better! All children learn through pl...

Volunteer Open Day

Wakefield

The Museum’s fantastic team of volunteers are a great support to the work we do, specifically above ground and behind the scenes. We welcome volunteers who are approacha...

Heritage Walk

Wakefield

Learn how the Lister Kaye family took a huge gamble on a new mineral line to take the coal to market, which was a feat of engineering to overcome the steep inclines and dec...

Bold as Brass Contest

Wakefield

Come celebrate the association between brass bands and coal mining with a marching bands and entertaining contest organised by Brass Bands England that highlights the best ...

Powering a Nation

Wakefield

Coal has been powering Britain in one form or another since 1200 BC. Follow the rise and fall of this energy source as we delve into the nation’s evolving energy story and ...

Stick Man at Leeds Playhouse

Leeds

Touching, funny and utterly original, Freckle Productions’ delightful adaptation of Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler’s  Stick Man  is coming to Leeds for the festive seas...