Raring2go! WHAT’S ON? 6 raring2go.co.uk Until 1 February Birmingham Hippodrome – Robin Hood Join TV fashionista, DJ and radio star Gok Wan as Gok Scarlet, Birmingham panto favourite Matt Slack as Robin Hood, Faye Tozer as Maid Marion and Matt Cardle as the dastardly Sheriff of Nottingham. The all star line-up is completed by Andrew Ryan as Henrietta Hood, Sandra Marvin as The Spirit of Sherwood, and pantomime royalty Christopher Biggins who makes a special appearance as King Richard. With stunning scenery and dazzling costumes direct from The London Palladium, Robin Hood promises all the ingredients of a perfect pantomime: laugh-outloud comedy, bundles of audience participation, astonishing special effects, and plenty of boos and hisses for the whole family to enjoy. www.birminghamhippodrome.com Until 8 February Royal Shakespeare Theatre – The BFG ‘Once you is knowing dreams is real… you is seeing them very easily’. The smallest human bean and the gentlest giant prove that a dream can change the world. Gather your chiddlers to see Roald Dahl’s unforgettable story come to life this winter. Tom Wells’ magical new adaptation is directed by RSC Co-Artistic Director Daniel Evans. www.rsc.org.uk 17 January The Alexandra – Sing-a-long-a Matilda 2:00. Calling all revolting children and their parents – come and be a little a bit naughty at Sing-a-Long-a Matilda the Musical From the producers of Singalonga Sound of Music and Singalonga Frozen. www.atgtickets.com 17 January The Alexandra – Sing-a-long-a The Greatest Showman 7:00. Cheer on Hugh Jackman, lust after Zac Efron as you experience The Greatest Showman in the What’s On? Winter 2026 greatest way possible - with lyrics on the screen so you can join in as loud as you want. www.atgtickets.com 31 January bp pulse Live - The Arenacross Tour 2026 With its highly-charged atmosphere, thumping beat, lasers, lights, and presenter hype, onlookers are left in no doubt that being an Arenacross spectator means they’re as much a part of the show as the racers themselves. It’s an epic night out! www.bppulselive.co.uk 14 – 22 February Hatton Adventure World – Zoobee’s Magic Academy Looking for the ultimate family day out this February half term? Look no further! Step into a world of wonder and join Professor Zoobee’s Magic Academy—an enchanting adventure that’s perfect for kids and grown-ups alike. Zoobee’s Magic Academy will be packed with spellbinding fun for the whole family, including Magic Arts & Crafts, Magic Academy workshops, Family Magic Show, All-day Animal Handling, Falconry Displays, Superslide Mania, and much more! This isn’t just a day out; it’s a day of memories, laughter, and pure magic. Don’t miss the most spellbinding February half-term event. Magic Awaits—are you ready to believe? www.adventure.hattonworld.com 14-22 February Stratford Butterfly Farm – Half Term Activities This February half term, love is in the air at Stratford-upon-Avon Butterfly Farm! As the half term holiday falls over Valentine’s weekend, families can enjoy the magical experience of wandering together through a tropical rainforest filled with beautiful butterflies fluttering all around. With fish-filled pools, splashing waterfalls and lush blooms, it’s the perfect place to share a moment of wonder. Discover Rainforest Realm, featuring the magnificent spectacled caiman, Minibeast Metropolis with its amazing leafcutter ant colony, and enjoy daily Meet the Mini-Beast, Butterfly Lifecycle, and Pupae demonstrations with the Education Team in the Discovery Zone at 11:00. www.butterflyfarm.co.uk
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