This weekend in Bristol, there are lots of fun events for children and families.
From craft activities at Arnolfini, kids’ archaeology activities at Blaise Castle and boat rides on Bristol Harbour, there’s simply something for everyone. And, don’t forget about the Shaun in the City trail too!
Here’s a handy list for what’s on!
SATURDAY
Family Film Screening: Arnolfini
- 11am – 1pm (doors open 10.45am to collect tickets & choose your seat)
- Free
- More details
A special U-rated film screening just for families which will introduce you to a different theme or idea taken from our exhibitions or events. Suitable for all ages.
For more information, please see my review of Arnolfini’s free family film screening.
- 1 – 5pm (drop-in)
- Free (donations welcome)
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Join Arnolfini’s learning team and illustrator/educator Rosie Faragher to explore Arnolfini’s exhibitions and events through exciting and engaging activities for families to do together.
For more info, please see my review of Arnolfini’s We Are Family event.
Upfest 2015: Street & Grafitti Art Festival
- 11am – 5pm
- Free
- Bedminster & Southville
- More details
Europe’s largest and free Street Art & Graffiti festival, featuring 250 local, national and international artists plus lots of free activities for kids.
Callington Road Family Nature Day
- 11am – 3pm – meet by the pond
- Visit http://www.bnhc.org.uk/festival-of-nature/
A nature-filled day of fun for all the family. Bug hunting, pond dipping, wild flower, bird and tree spotting and much more. Part of the Festival of Nature.
- 11.30am – 2pm
- Meet at The Pilgrim Inn, 21 Hollywood Road, BS4 4LE
- More details
A medieval themed woodland pageant from The Pilgrim Inn to St Anne’s Well, in St Anne’s Woods – get dressed up, come along and enjoy a walk through the woods with medieval stories, and music along the way.
- 1 – 5pm
- More details
A family fun day to which all are welcome. Barbecue, musical entertainment, bouncy castle, face painting and more.
Terrific Trees & Den Building: Dyrham Park
- 12 noon
- Free (normal admission charge applies)
- More information
Join the ranger at Dyrham Park to learn about trees and how to build fantastic dens.
- 11am – 4pm
- Tickets: Adults – £6; Child / Concession – £4 (buy tickets on board on the day)
- More information
Explore Bristol Harbour aboard Bristol’s oldest steam tug. Trips last 30 minutes.
SUNDAY
Bristol’s Brilliant Archaeology: Blaise Castle House Museum
- 11am – 4pm (drop-in)
- Free – donations welcome
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Join a whole host of Iron Age, Viking, Roman, Medieval and First World War re-enactors and have a go at being an archaeologist for the day.
Have a go at a variety of craft activities including making your own Roman gladiator helmets, an Iron Age torc or a Viking shield, as well as face painting ‘Iron Age style’, and dressing up in Iron Age, Roman and Medieval costumes.
Upfest 2015: Street & Grafitti Art Festival
- 11am – 5pm
- Free
- Bedminster & Southville
- More details
Europe’s largest and free Street Art & Graffiti festival, featuring 250 local, national and international artists plus lots of free activities for kids.
- 11am – 4pm
- Tickets: Adults – £6; Child / Concession – £4 (buy tickets on board on the day)
- More information
Explore Bristol Harbour aboard Bristol’s oldest steam tug. Trips last 30 minutes.
- 2pm
- Free (normal admission charges apply)
- More information
Join the ranger at Dyrham park to learn more about the fallow deer grazing in the parkland.
Hope you found this list useful. If you need any more ideas and inspiration of things to do in Bristol with kids, please see my 20 Ideas of Fantastic and Free places to visit in Bristol with kids.
Do be sure to check out the Bristol Mum What’s On page too!
