Get ready for a busy weekend in Leicester! Saturday brings a unique blend of music, creativity, and the finale of a family favourite show. Sunday is perfect for Mother's Day celebrations and some wrestling fun. Don't miss the final day of the Kumon offer!
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Creatacon
LCB Depot
A free, fun family day blending creativity and science on Saturday afternoon.
Annie
Curve Theatre
The final chance to catch this big-stage family musical on Saturday afternoon.
Kumon Free Registration
Various venues
The last day (Sunday) to grab free registration for supplementary learning.
· March 14
6: Hundreds of primary school pupils from across Leicestershire join together to perform a brand new piece of music with a live band. It's a huge celebration of young voices!This is a major community musical event happening live on Saturday morning at a key Leicester venue.
ANNIE : Catch the final performance of the smash-hit West End family musical, Annie! Claire Sweeney stars as the tyrannical Miss Hannigan in this travelling UK tour.It's the very last chance to see this major musical production before it leaves town.
LOUGHBOROUGH SCHOOLS FOUNDATION SPRING CONCERT : A spectacular gala concert featuring the Foundation's best ensembles, with repertoire spanning from Saint-Saëns to ABBA. A great way to end the Saturday evening.It offers high-quality musical entertainment featuring school ensembles in the evening.
: Take the family for an afternoon of live Premier League action as Leicester City take on Queens Park Rangers at the King Power Stadium.A major sporting event happening mid-afternoon on Saturday.
CREATACONFREE : Creatacon offers a free family day blending creativity and science at the LCB Depot. Expect fun activities and maybe some DJ sets.It's a free, creative event running mid-day Saturday.
FIRE SKILLS AND FISH PRE AND COOKING : This is a unique outdoor skill session where you learn how to prepare and cook fish over an open flame. Connect with nature while mastering a primal skill.A very specific, hands-on, outdoor cooking experience available Saturday morning.
· March 15
7: This shopping festival runs across both weekend days. It’s a great chance to experience local culture and find unique items for just £1 entry at the door.It is explicitly running across the whole target weekend, and entry is very low cost.
MOTHER & DAUGHTER AFTERNOON TEA🍰🥂 : Celebrate Mother's Day in style with a dedicated afternoon tea, complete with prosecco for mum. A lovely way to spend a Sunday afternoon together.Perfectly timed for Mother's Day afternoon on Sunday.
: Enjoy a relaxed Sunday lunch tailored for Mothering Sunday. Booking is essential for groups of two or more, so plan ahead!A traditional Mother's Day lunch running for six hours straight on Sunday.
ELEVATION WRESTLING PRESENTS "BEAUMONT LEYS BASH" : Catch some live local wrestling action on Sunday afternoon at Beaumont Lodge Primary School. Great fun for fans of high-energy sports entertainment.High-energy, family-friendly live action entertainment scheduled for Sunday afternoon.
KUMON FREE REGISTRATIONFREE : This is the last day to take advantage of free registration at various Kumon Study Centres across the area. A great opportunity to try out supplementary maths or English study.It's the final day (March 15th) for this special introductory offer, relevant for educational focus.
BRITISH SCIENCE WEEK : Today is the final day of the nationwide celebration of science, technology, engineering, and maths. While the venue is nationwide, this covers Leicester activities running this weekend.The nationwide event concludes today, potentially featuring local STEM activities that were active over the weekend.
GREAT BIG SCHOOL CLEAN : This environmental campaign encourages children and young people to get involved in cleaning up their local areas. A great way to spend part of Sunday outside.It’s an ongoing event that covers the whole weekend, encouraging outdoor activity.
Also On· anytime this weekend
1: Check out local creatives and makers at this pop-up market in The Nest. There might even be a chance to get hands-on with some drawing activities.A lively local market running right in the early afternoon on Saturday.
Frequently Asked Questions
What free kids events are on in Leicester this weekend?
This weekend (Mar 14-15) the best free option is Creatacon on Saturday afternoon at LCB Depot, a family day focused on creativity and science. Also, check out the Leicester Eid Shopping Festival for very low entry (£1).
Are there any family shows or performances?
Yes, on Saturday you can catch the final matinee performance of the musical Annie at the Curve Theatre, or the Loughborough Schools Foundation Big Sing in the morning at De Montfort Hall.
What is happening specifically on Sunday for Mother's Day?
Sunday offers several ways to celebrate, including the Mother & Daughter Afternoon Tea at Five Fox Lane at 3 PM, or a traditional Mothering Sunday Dinner service running from 12 PM to 6 PM at 59 Narrow Lane.
