Family & Kids Events in Bolton
20 upcoming family & kids events
As of August 2026, EventsList.co.uk lists 20 upcoming family & kids events in Bolton, North West England, including 10 free to attend. Each listing is updated three times daily from verified UK ticketing sources and includes the date, venue, price and a direct booking link.
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FREEDJ Taster Sessions with the EQ Lab (High Street Library Sessions)
📍 High Street Library
FREEFamily Picnic in Bolton | Walk, Games & Meet New sisters
📍 Queen's Park Car Park
Knights School
📍 Bolton Castle
FREEBOOBS Pram/Babywearing Walks - Bury
📍 Meeting outside the entrance to Castle Leisure Centre, Bury
FREEMinecraft Social @ The World of Glass St Helens Library (5 -16yrs)
📍 St Helens Library
FREECycling with Infants and Toddlers: Family cycling equipment 1-2-1 session
📍 Haslam Park
Family Fun Forest Morning
📍 Laudato Si Centre
£1.79 - £2.00
Teddy Bears Picnic at The Hive - Tuesday 18th August 2026
📍 The Hive at Moss Bank Park
Free - £9.00
Knights School
📍 Bolton Castle
FREEMinecraft Social @ Newton Library(5 -16yrs)
📍 Newton-le-Willows Library
FREEChildren’s Walk for Gaza in Bolton Queen’s Park
📍 Queen's Park
FREEMinecraft Social @ Moss Bank Library(5 -16yrs)
📍 Moss Bank Community Library
Knights School
📍 Bolton Castle
Reptile Spectacular eith Dylan
📍 Charlie Park
£2.60 - £52.72
The Grand Summer Princess Ball
📍 Pennine Suite - Last Drop Village Hotel & Spa
Free - £43.51
Cycling with Infants and Toddlers: Family cycling equipment group session
📍 Haslam Park
FREEEquip Connect
📍 Diocese of Manchester
Cape National Conference ‘Safe Learning, Safe Practice, Safe Children’
📍 Last Drop Village Hotel & Spa
£195.00
Ladies Night in aid of Destination Florida Children's Charity
📍 Little Lever Cricket Club
FREEOnline Safety Live - Bolton
📍 The Bridge Church Bolton
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Family & Kids Events in Bolton — Complete Guide
Discover the vibrant family & kids scene in Bolton with EventsList.co.uk's comprehensive event listings. Our platform aggregates family & kids events from across Bolton, providing you with detailed information including venue details, ticket prices, and direct booking links.
Whether you're looking for tonight's family & kids events or planning ahead for the weekend, our real-time listings are updated daily to ensure you never miss out on the best family & kidsexperiences Bolton has to offer.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many family & kids events are on in Bolton?
There are currently 20 upcoming family & kids events in Bolton. New events are added daily — check back regularly or browse by date to find the best upcoming family & kids in the city.
Are there free family & kids events in Bolton?
Yes — 10 of the current family & kids listings in Bolton are free to attend. Use the free events filter to see them all.
Where can I find family & kids events in Bolton this weekend?
Browse this weekend's family & kids events in Bolton at /bolton/events/this-weekend, or use the date filters to see what's on today, tonight or later this week.
How do I book tickets for family & kids events in Bolton?
Every family & kids listing on EventsList.co.uk includes a direct booking link to the official ticket seller. Open any event to see full details, pricing and the "Book Tickets" button.
How often are family & kids listings updated on EventsList?
We pull in new family & kids events for Bolton three times a day from official UK ticketing platforms including Ticketmaster, Skiddle and Eventbrite, so you always see the most up-to-date listings.
Family & Kids Events in Bolton — Your Complete Guide
Bolton is packed with family-friendly events that entertain and inspire children of all ages, while giving parents a genuinely enjoyable day out. From interactive museum exhibitions and outdoor adventure days to live children's theatre, storytelling sessions and holiday workshops, the city's family events programme is one of the best in the UK.
Half-term breaks and school holidays see a surge in family events across Bolton, with cultural institutions, parks, theatres and arts centres all offering specially curated programming. Many of these events are free or heavily subsidised, reflecting the city's commitment to accessible cultural provision for families.
The city's parks and outdoor spaces host brilliant family days throughout the warmer months — fairs, fetes, circus performances, wildlife days and picnic events make summer in Bolton a genuinely special time for families. Indoor events keep the programme going through autumn and winter with craft workshops, pantomimes, and immersive festive experiences.
When planning a family day out in Bolton: check age recommendations and whether buggies/prams are admitted, book early for popular holiday workshops as spaces are limited, and look out for free family events at Bolton's major museums and galleries, which often run excellent activities on weekends and during school holidays.