Two people stand among a theatre set - one wearing and black and white striped cone hat and a bird cardboard cut-out. The other is wearing a grey apron.
Children & Families

October Half Term

Sun 18 Oct – Sun 1 Nov 2026

Join us this October half term for a fun-packed time for the whole family. Here at Lakeside Arts we have events for everyone. Take a peek at what's on below.

Theatre Shows

Children & Families
A person is suspended via circus silks, from the ceiling.
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Djanogly Theatre

Joan and the Dragon

Sun 18 Oct 2026

Join Joan’s wild, circus-packed adventure, an empowering original production created by disabled and neurodivergent artists! For ages 7+.

Children & Families
Two people stand with their arms aloft - above a structure decorated in green ribbons.
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Djanogly Theatre

The Hideout

Sun 25 Oct 2026

Experience the highs and lows of friendship through spectacular circus, parkour, and heartfelt storytelling in The Hideout. For ages 4+.

Children & Families
A small girl sits amongst leaves on the floor, as ropes hang from the ceiling. A lady with an amazing headdress stands behind.
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Djanogly Theatre

Mother Deer

Sun 1 Nov 2026

Follow Mother Deer on a magical, sensory quest to bring sunshine back to the forest. Theatre for ages 3+.

Workshops

Children & Families
Workshop
A person stands brandishing a cardboard sword, shield and helmet.
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Performing Arts Studio

Joan’s Quest Workshop

Sun 18 Oct 2026

Craft your own cardboard helmet, shield, and sword in this heroic, family-friendly crafting adventure.

Circus
Children & Families
Workshop
Three people stood on a dark stage holding hoops behind their bodies with a pile of circus equipment in front of them.
Multibuy Scheme
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Performing Arts Studio

Circus for Beginners

Tue 20 Oct 2026

Run away with the circus for a day in this playful, movement-filled, character-building workshop. For ages 7-12.

Children & Families
Workshop
a photo of a paper hand owl puppet
Multibuy Scheme
Members booking open

Performing Arts Studio

Flying Owl Puppets Workshop

Wed 21 Oct 2026

Design and build your own flying owl puppet using simple mechanisms and fun, creative materials. For ages 6-8.

Children & Families
Workshop
A small boy, wearing a red t-shirt, investigates and a pale circular structure with a wing protruding.
Members booking open

Performing Arts Studio

Magic Paintbrush

Fri 23 – Sat 24 Oct 2026

Shape your own interactive story in a tech-filled playground inspired by Julia Donaldson’s classic tale. For ages 5-10.

Children & Families
Workshop
Bronze Sphinx sits in front of a white background.

Learning Studio

Museum Explorers: Riddles in Clay

Sat 24 Oct 2026

Shape your own mythical clay sphinx, inspired by a Roman collection statue, while discovering ancient Egyptian influences. For ages 7+

Children & Families
Workshop
Two small children sit in a den made of sheets, holding a torch underneath their faces.
Multibuy Scheme
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Performing Arts Studio

Den Building Workshop

Sun 25 Oct 2026

Build, drape, and create your own dream den using everyday materials in this joyful family adventure! For ages 4+.

Children & Families
Workshop
A face created with collage and mixed media.
Multibuy Scheme
Members booking open

Performing Arts Studio

Make a Montage Face

Wed 28 Oct 2026

Recreate faces by snipping, squishing, and gluing in this fun, interactive, and creative portrait workshop. For ages 8-10.

Children & Families
Workshop
A handcrafted beetle stands proud.
Multibuy Scheme
Members booking open

Performing Arts Studio

Iridescent Beetles Workshop

Thu 29 Oct 2026

Examine real museum beetles, sketch their intricate forms, and craft a vibrant 3D paper sculpture. For ages 8-10.

Children & Families
Workshop
Skulls - made from string balls and felt, hang from the ceiling.
Multibuy Scheme
Members booking open

Performing Arts Studio

Tim Burton Inspired Crafts

Sat 31 Oct 2026

Craft spooky monster badges and magnets in this Tim Burton-inspired Halloween workshop for creative kids. For ages 8-10.

Children & Families
Workshop
A sketch of a girl in the style of Tim Burton
Multibuy Scheme
Members booking open

Performing Arts Studio

Tim Burton Inspired Selfies

Sat 31 Oct 2026

Design a quirky, spooky self-portrait inspired by Tim Burton in this creepy, creative Halloween workshop. For ages 8-10.

Children & Families
Workshop
A young child sits at a table and draws
Multibuy Scheme
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Performing Arts Studio

Deer Antler Making Workshop

Sun 1 Nov 2026

Craft your own deer antlers with an autism peer-support qualified leader, in this creative workshop. For ages 3+.

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