Welcome to the last weekend of February! We’ve got some brilliant options including discounted entry to Harewood, film screenings at Hyde Park Picture House, and lots of family fun tied into the Leeds Storytelling Festival.
See our top picks
Queerying The Museum At The Royal Armouries
The Royal Armouries Museum
A unique Saturday tour at the huge national museum collection.
Family Cinema Screenings At Hyde Park Picture House (pay What You Can)
Hyde Park Picture House
Catch a film on Saturday or Sunday with flexible 'pay what you can' pricing.
Kids Sand Art with The Princess of Adventures
Cutlery Works
A short, fun sensory craft session perfect for shorter attention spans on Saturday morning.
· February 28
5: Part of the wider Leeds Storytelling Festival, this is a theatrical performance of Rapunzel likely held right in the heart of the city at the Central Library.It's a live show linked to the city-wide festival, ideal for storytelling fans.
FREE : A relaxed community day dedicated to family board games in Rothwell. Great if you are looking for something low-key and free on Saturday.It's a dedicated, free, family-focused gaming event running on Saturday.
: Catch Shakespeare’s classic play, co-produced with Shakespeare's Globe, before it finishes its run this Saturday. Great for inspiring older kids with culture.It's a high-quality theatre production running right up to the very end of Saturday.
: This Olivier-award-winning musical about The Kinks closes its Leeds run this Saturday. A fun, nostalgic choice if you have teens or older primary kids.It’s the final Saturday performance of a major musical tour.
: The world-famous Harlem Globetrotters are in Leeds on Saturday for their 100th anniversary show, featuring amazing basketball skills and entertainment.This is a massive one-off event happening exclusively on Saturday evening.
· March 1
2FREE : A free drama workshop led by Aardman Studios, which suggests high-quality creative fun for the kids. Note: Selby is outside the core city area.It’s a free Sunday activity and the link to Aardman is a strong pull for kids.
: A magical, unicorn-themed crazy golf adventure running until Sunday! Mention 'LEEDS MUMBLER' for a free premium upgrade.It’s the final day (Sunday) of this themed mini-golf event and there's a local discount code.
Also On· anytime this weekend
4: Grab a discount to explore the stunning grounds of Harewood House this winter weekend. Perfect for letting little legs run free across the estate.It's explicitly listed for this exact date and offers great value for a big day out.
: Catch a family-friendly screening at the wonderfully unique Hyde Park Picture House. The Pay What You Can pricing makes this a fantastic budget-friendly option.It runs both days and the flexible pricing is a big win for families.
: A structured skate class at The Skate Sanctuary for kids aged 7 and up who are at levels 1 or 2. Perfect for kids looking to improve their skills this Saturday morning.It's a specific Saturday morning activity with a clear age/skill level.
: Crazy golf set across bizarre themed courses (jungle, circus, scrapyard). Remember, under 18s are welcome until 7 PM on Sunday.Perfect weekend activity that caters well to tweens and teens, available Sunday afternoon.
Frequently Asked Questions
What free kids events are on in Leeds this weekend?
This weekend (Feb 28-Mar 1) there are two definitely free options: Queerying The Museum At The Royal Armouries on Saturday and the East Leeds Family Board Games Day in Rothwell, also Saturday. Drama Kids Workshop in Selby on Sunday is also listed as free.
Are there any theatre shows running this weekend?
Yes, you can catch the final performances of the musical Sunny Afternoon at Leeds Grand Theatre and Shakespeare's A Midsummer Night's Dream at Leeds Playhouse, both wrapping up on Saturday, February 28th.
What can we do on Sunday, March 1st?
Sunday options include the second day of Family Cinema Screenings at Hyde Park Picture House, the Drama Kids Workshop in Selby, and the final day of the Hole in Wand mini-golf in York.
