Hey! Looking for fun in Luton this weekend (Feb 7th & 8th)? We've got some cool theatre shows starting and a chance to get competitive with some bike racing on Saturday. Check out these awesome, unique activities for the 3-14 age group!
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Luton Parkrun
Luton, Bedfordshire
Kickstart your weekend with a free, fun 5k walk/jog/run for the whole family.
Feb Fest: Last Unicorn Airways
Hat Factory Arts Centre
A whimsical, indoor theatre show featuring puppetry and interactive sensory play.
Feb Fest: Last Unicorn Airways
Hat Factory Arts Centre
Perfect for little ones aged 4+ with its playful, imaginative theme and sensory play.
· February 7
3MUDDY MONSTERS: BIKE RACING FUN : Get ready for some proper off-road bike racing fun on the grass banking around the velodrome! It's an introduction to racing for young novices, so no experience is needed. They get three races, with the last one being just for fun!A fun, competitive outdoor activity perfect for active kids who love bikes.
LUTON PARKRUNFREE : Get moving with a free, friendly 5k community run, walk, or jog! If your kids are younger (4-14), check out the Luton Junior Parkrun too. It’s a brilliant way to start the weekend active.It's a totally free, active, community-focused event happening every Saturday morning.
FEB FEST: SHAKESPEARE IN A SUITCASE – HAMLET : Catch this super inventive, hour-long, family-friendly retelling of Hamlet using just two actors and a suitcase! It mixes Shakespearean verse with modern language, making it much easier to follow.A great theatre event that makes classic literature accessible and fun for tweens and early teens.
· February 8
3ON OUR HEADS, IN OUR HEARTS EXHIBITION LAUNCHFREE : Check out the launch of this community-led exhibition focusing on South Asian Headwear. It runs all weekend and is a great, free way to soak up some local culture.It's a free, culturally enriching exhibition opening this weekend, perfect for older kids or a calmer afternoon.
LUTON JUNIOR PARKRUNFREE : A free, fun, and friendly weekly 2k event just for the kids. They can walk, jog, or run, and it’s super relaxed. Awesome for burning off that weekend energy!It's a dedicated, free 2k run specifically for the 4-14 age group in a local park.
FEB FEST: LAST UNICORN AIRWAYS : This sounds like a whimsical trip! Two baggage handlers unpack a globe-trotting adventure from their suitcases using magical puppetry and an ingenious pop-up book set. Stick around afterwards for some sensory stay and play fun!It's an imaginative, indoor theatre experience with interactive play included, great for a cold February weekend.
Frequently Asked Questions
What free kids events are on in Luton this weekend?
This weekend (Feb 07-08) there are 2 confirmed free events: The Luton Parkrun on Saturday morning and the launch of the 'On Our Heads, In Our Hearts' exhibition at Wardown House on Saturday and Sunday afternoon.
Are there any performances for my 10-year-old this weekend?
Yes! On Saturday, February 7th, check out 'Feb Fest: Shakespeare in a Suitcase – Hamlet' at Wardown House, which is specially adapted for ages 8+.
What's happening on Sunday, February 8th, suitable for a 5-year-old?
You could go to the Luton Junior Parkrun at Wardown Park at 9:00 AM, or catch 'Feb Fest: Last Unicorn Airways' at the Hat Factory Arts Centre (showing at 11:30 AM and 2:00 PM).
