York is THE place to be with kids this summer! Bursting with family-friendly attractions and with a packed calendar of fun events for children, there’s something for every age, weather and budget (take a look at our guide to the summer holidays in York here). One of our top picks for kids is Piglets Adventure […]

Ready to soak up the sun and have a blast at the beach? We’ve teamed up with the good folk at Yolk Farm to bring you an amazing chance to WIN money can’t buy tickets to the grand opening party of the Beach at Yolk Farm! This sizzling summer spot is launching on 20th July, […]

Welcome to Little Vikings Great Yorkshire Family Escapes, a whole year of inspiration for anyone looking for places to stay in Yorkshire with kids. Over the next few months, we’ll introduce you to the best family hotels in Yorkshire, with places to stay on the Yorkshire Coast, in the North York Moors, Yorkshire Dales and […]

The North York Moors is brimming with amazing things to do with children, and lots of them are free. Enjoy a day packed with adventures without spending a penny: explore family-friendly walking trails, see majestic waterfalls and ancient ruins, keep an eye out for wildlife and visit villages that are straight out of the storybooks. […]

Well, this is exciting! As if we weren’t already spoilt for choice for things to do with kids in York, a brand new escape room has opened and it sounds fab. Candy Chaos at Star Street Escapes is the brainchild of the team behind the fantastic Star Street Salon, York’s only dedicated hairdressers for children, […]

Don’t let rain stop play! There are plenty of things to do on a rainy day in York, and these are some of the best things to do on rainy days in York with kids, whether you fancy visiting an attraction, losing yourselves in a movie or getting creative and making something lovely to take […]

It’s that time of year again when those of us lucky enough to have our dads around (or someone who does those fatherly things for us) scrabble to find a way to thank them for what they do for us. While there’s a lot to be said for keeping it simple (and nothing says I […]

York Festival of Ideas is back for 2024 and promises to spark children’s imaginations with lots of FREE and fun hands-on activities (including the Little Vikings I Spy Trail as a recommended free family activity!). The Festival continues to inspire and nurture young people’s creativity and curiosity with events ranging from nature activities to an […]

As part of the Make Space for Girls campaign, The Friends of Rowntree Park are hosting a month of events in Rowntree Park during June 2024 to inspire and empower girls. From sports and fitness classes to art and craft workshops, music and dance performances, and nature-related activities. It’s time to reclaim the public space, […]

Epic news for art lovers young and old: Claude Monet’s incredible waterlilies are coming York Art Gallery this spring as part of a new exhibition! The iconic painting, ‘The Water-Lily Pond’ will be the centrepiece of an exhibition that will bring together key loans from regional and national institutions and a large-scale commission by contemporary […]

Head to York Theatre Royal this June (13th to 15th) for another delightful adaptation of a beloved book by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler: Charlie Cook’s Favourite Book! Charlie loves reading.  Especially books about pirates.  But his sister hates it – it’s boring!  Can Charlie convince her that reading is fun?  Perhaps if she read […]

If there’s one place you must visit on your trip to York, it’s the famous Shambles. It’s a street steeped in history that parents will love, but there are also plenty of magical reasons that children will adore it too. Take a look at our ultimate guide to the Shambles in York to find out […]

York Georgian Festival returns for the second year, with lots of exciting collaborations between some of the city’s much-loved museums, venues and historical experts. It takes place from Thursday 1 August until Sunday 4th August 2024  and once again, there’ll be family-friendly events to enjoy and many can be booked now. Here’s a look at […]

Big news, Potter fans! York’s iconic Shambles is already a must-visit for fans of all things wizard-related, and it’s set to get even more magical with the opening of a brand new attraction that sounds amazing for families. Set to open in July 2024, The Potions Academy is the brainchild of Ben Fry and Phil […]

This May half-term, all you need is faith, trust and pixie dust! Head to Mother Shipton’s from 25th May to the 2nd June and step into the enchanting world of Peter Pan with ‘Lost Boys’. Embark on an adventure like no other as you explore themed displays inspired by the wild children from the beloved story of […]

The ever-popular Bishy Road Street Party returns on Sunday 9th June 2024, which is a great excuse to head along to York’s award-winning high street. There’ll be live music, food stalls, children’s entertainment and a lovely atmosphere. Admission is free! Here’s what’s happening: Bishopthorpe Road car park will be closed for entertainment, so it’s a […]

It’s that time of year again! The city will be a rainbow of colour for York Pride 2024, and it’s firmly family-friendly. The free event, which celebrates expression, acceptance and awareness for the LGBTQ+ community, takes place on Saturday 1st June with a variety of activities throughout the day. The parade route starts at York […]

The month of May promises big-time fun, rain or shine, with exciting activities kicking off the summer of sport early at Oxygen York. Joining the hero crew guarantees a winning experience! Here’s what to expect during May half term at Oxygen: May half term in-park activities Book a regular Activeplay session during May half-term and […]

Deer Shed Festival is one of the best festivals in the country, and it just happens to be in North Yorkshire! Taking place from 26th to 29th July 2024, it’s an innovative family-friendly festival that’s been carefully designed to be a brilliant experience for all ages. Whether you love music, comedy, workshops, science, sports or […]

We’ve teamed up with our partner dentist Blossom Family Dental Care to bring you a great giveaway for National Smile Month! You can win a free White Beauty teeth whitening treatment (subject to oral health assessment), worth £360 AND a children’s electric toothbrush and the chance to visit the toothbrushing station if they wish! To […]