Get ready for a packed final weekend of February/start of March! We've got pirate antics, Alice in Wonderland trails, and plenty of chances to get creative at the libraries. Don't miss the limited-run fun before it's gone!
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Animated Film : Blyth's Folk History (celebrating the women of Blyth)
Blyth Beach Huts
Free screening running all weekend.
MIMA Family Art Trolley (FREE)
MIMA (Middlesbrough Institute of Modern Art)
Free indoor creative session in the city centre.
BookTrust Storytime Prize
Norton Library
Storytime session specifically for under 5s on Sunday morning.
· February 28
8FEBRUARY HALF TERM ACTIVITIES AT ORMESBY HALL : Let the kids get lost in an Alice in Wonderland inspired trail winding through the house, garden, and stables at Ormesby Hall. It's a great way to use up that half-term energy before the run ends Sunday.It's a themed trail perfect for imaginative play over the weekend.
: Ahoy, mateys! This weekend is the final chance to join the pirate-themed fun, which includes crafts, an adventure trail, play sessions, and a pirate show. Perfect for younger explorers.It's one of the few listed events happening on both Saturday and Sunday.
FREE : Catch this FREE animated film celebrating the women of Blyth. Since it's free and runs both days of the weekend, it's an easy add-on activity.It is completely free and runs across the whole target weekend.
: If you're looking for classic fairground thrills, this is it! Murphy's & Coopers Funfairs are back with rides and lights running until 8 PM tonight.Classic fun fair atmosphere happening on Saturday only.
: Catch the final flight of this whimsical show where baggage handlers recreate a round-the-world adventure using open suitcases full of smells and tales. A great one-off theatre experience this Saturday.It's a unique, one-off theatre event listed specifically for Saturday.
BOARD GAMES (SATURDAYS)FREE : Spend quality family time playing a choice of traditional board games at Yarm Library. It's a free, relaxed way to spend Saturday morning.It is a recurring, free, social library session specifically scheduled for Saturday morning.
CHILDRENS CRAFT SESSION : A dedicated morning craft session at Redcar Library on Saturday. Perfect for getting hands-on before lunchtime.Specific morning craft session happening on Saturday.
: If you have older kids who appreciate music history, check out this tribute performance at the Middlesbrough Theatre on Saturday night. An evening out for the family.It's a specific evening performance at the main theatre on Saturday.
· March 1
2: If your kids love music, head to the Town Hall for this showcase featuring young musical talent. A lovely, calm activity for a Sunday afternoon.It’s a specific, high-quality cultural event happening only on Sunday.
: Bring your under 5s for a fun BookTrust Storytime session this Sunday morning at Norton Library. Great for babies and toddlers looking for songs and rhymes.It's a dedicated Sunday morning session for under 5s happening within our target weekend.
Also On· anytime this weekend
3FREE : Time to get crafty at MIMA! Use the family art trolley to make your own masterpiece with lots of materials provided. This is listed as running up to today, so make sure you catch it!It's a fantastic, free creative session right in the heart of Middlesbrough.
: If your 4+ year old loves building, this is a perfect afternoon drop-in session at Billingham Library. Bring them along to show off their brick-building skills.Specific LEGO club available on Saturday afternoon.
: Keep the creative building going on Sunday morning with the LEGO club in Ingleby Barwick. A great, structured indoor activity for kids who love bricks.This is the only LEGO club listed that occurs on Sunday.
Frequently Asked Questions
What free kids events are on in Middlesbrough this weekend?
This weekend (Feb 28-Mar 01), you can enjoy the FREE Animated Film : Blyth's Folk History at Blyth Beach Huts, and the MIMA Family Art Trolley offers free creative drop-ins at the gallery.
Are there activities suitable for toddlers on Sunday?
Yes, Sunday, March 1st features the BookTrust Storytime Prize at Norton Library (for under 5s) and the continuation of the Pirate Play events at Kirkleatham Museum.
What's happening with the half-term activities?
The February Half Term Activities at Ormesby Hall (Alice in Wonderland trail) and the Pirate Play at Kirkleatham Museum are both running on both Saturday and Sunday, making them perfect weekend destinations.
