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Things to Do in Coventry with Kids

Make memories with family-friendly events

Looking for fun things to do in Coventry with kids? At Warwick Arts Centre, we offer a variety of family-friendly activities, performances, and events. Whether you're watching a show, joining a workshop, or exploring our interactive spaces, there's something for everyone.

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One woman sat at piano, another stood singing and families sat on sofas watching
Sun 24 May - Sun 7 Jun 2026
1 hour
Man stood with microphone in hand with families sat on matts and sofas in front of him
Sun 21 Jun 2026
1 hour 30 minutes
a lady helps a young girl with an activity as a young boy stands nearby holding scissors
Sun 24 May - Sun 21 Jun 2026
2 hours 30 minutes
A woman reading to two young children
Tue 19 May - Tue 23 Jun 2026
1 hour 30 minutes
Illustration of Zog, a bright orange dragon

Zog

Fri 22 - Sun 24 May 2026
1 hour (no interval)
A farmer bottle feeds a lamb.
Fri 22 - Thu 28 May 2026
1 hour 49 minutes
Various images of events part of POP UP Family Fest (including Sisters 360 and Zog)
10am - 4pm
Sat 23 May 2026
A group of people outdoors on a sunny day, with two of them touching and exploring a textured, dark green dome sculpture.
Sat 23 May 2026
30 minutes
Two hijab-wearing girls stand next to each other, looking into the distance wearing medals
Sat 23 May 2026
1 hour (no interval)
Band in front of families sat on matts and chairs
My First Concert
Thu 28 May 2026
1 hour (no interval)
ICHI plays a xylophone surrounded by instruments
Gallery Early
Sun 31 May 2026
1 hour
Composite of a group of animated K-pop stars
Wed 10 Jun 2026
2 hours 10 minutes (including interval)
Three mothers with babies on their laps
Fri 3 Jul 2026
1 hour 15 minutes (including interval)
A shadow of a person stretches their arm above their head whilst sat in a colourful dome
Sun 11 Oct 2026
45 minutes followed by a 15 minute stay and play
A dinosaur roars in front of a green background
Natural History Museum presents
Sun 11 Oct 2026
1 hour (no interval)
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Open for Everyone

Family fun, all in one place

Make the most of your day out with plenty of family things to do near Warwick and in Coventry. Visit the free-entry Mead Gallery, enjoy a film, or grab a bite to eat at Benugo Café and Restaurant or Panda Mami.

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Outdoor adventures and sculpture trails

If you’re feeling active, you can visit the University of Warwick Sculpture Park and discover a diverse collection of outdoor sculptures. Bring along a Family Sculpture Park Fabulous Beasts explorers sheet, to make the visit even more magical!

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Exciting new experiences for Kids

From relaxed, interactive concerts designed especially for babies, to well-loved children’s books on stage. Discover indoor activities for kids that will open up young minds to new sights, new experiences and new memories.

Children meeting a big dinosaur puppet in Arts Centre foyer

Family films for every occasion

If you’re looking for things to do with kids on a rainy day or a fun family activity, be sure to view our Family Film cinema selection.

Enjoy the latest animated adventure, rediscover childhood classics with your children or take in something a little different with family friendly films handpicked from outside the mainstream cinema offering.  

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Free family activities in Coventry

If you’re looking for fun things to do with kids, you can join us for a wide range of free family activities. Our workshops include art, dance, poetry and more, suitable for all ages.

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