Raring2go! WHAT’S ON? 10 raring2go.co.uk 25 July – 2 August Riverside Venue – Funfair and Dinosaur Show Get ready for a summer highlight, Alfie’s Funfair will bring classic rides and family favourites, alongside an exciting dinosaur-themed show set to capture imaginations of all ages. www.avon-estates.co.uk 31 July – 1 August Belgrade Theatre – In The Night Garden Live Igglepiggle, Upsy Daisy, Makka Pakka and friends are back in their fun-filled live show Igglepiggle’s Busy Day! Join Igglepiggle as he looks for his friends in the Night Garden by following their funny sounds until he finds them all! www.belgrade.co.uk 4 – 5 August St John’s House - St John’s Playhouse 10am - 3pm. Due to popular demand, they are turning St Johns House into a life size playhouse again this summer. Bring your friends and family for day out and bring a picnic. Play and explore the different themes throughout the house and garden. Take part in crafts, messy play, story time, creative building, outdoor games, dressing up and lots more. Where will your imagination take you? Tickets: £8 per child, £4 per adult + booking fee. Spaces are limited, please book in advance. www.warwickshire.gov.uk/heritageboxoffice 7 – 8 August Thornborough Events – Country and Western Sausage and Cider Festival Whether you’re a long-time country fan or just looking for something a bit different, this is a laid-back weekend built around music, food, and a good time outdoors. www.thornboroughevents.com What’s On? Summer 2026 8 – 9 August St John’s House & Gardens - English Civil War Re enactment Weekend Step back in time and experience the drama of the English Civil War. Meet the Worcester Reenactors and explore their authentic Civil War encampment. Discover what life was really like for parliamentary soldiers and civilians in the army through thrilling drill displays, musket gunfire, crafts, and living history demonstrations. Wander through the historic house to uncover period rooms, displays and stories from the Civil War era, bringing this remarkable site to life. A fantastic day out for history lovers and families alike! Tickets £6 per adult, £4 per child, Under 5s free. Tickets valid for one day only. Booking essential: www.warwickshire.gov.uk/heritageboxoffice 13 August – 19 September Birmingham Hippodrome – Mrs Doubtfire Helloooo, poppets! Mrs Doubtfire, the West End’s hit comedy musical based on the beloved film is heading to Birmingham Hippodrome. This ‘genuinely funny’ (Time Out) show features all the iconic moments you love, plus fabulous new songs and dazzling dance numbers! www.birminghamhippodrome.com 22 August Brueton Park - The Tales of Peter Rabbit An enchanting outdoor theatre show. A new adaptation of two of Beatrix Potter’s best-loved tales, The Tales of Peter Rabbit and Benjamin Bunny. www.thecoretheatresolihull.co.uk 28 - 29 August Thornborough Events – Blues Festival Across the weekend, expect live bands, a friendly crowd, licensed bars, and street food — all set in Thornborough’s open-air venue. www.thornboroughevents.com 29 – 31 August Birmingham Weekender Birmingham Weekender takes over the city with FREE amazing performances, fantastical installations, pop up experiences and new commissions from a host of regional, national and international companies. www.birminghamhippodrome.com
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