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Sat 21st February

Cannon Hill park Pay What You Choose: Zootropolis 2
10:30am - 1pm
Midlands Art Centre, Cannon Hill Park
In the much anticipated Disney sequel, detectives Judy Hopps and Nick Wilde find themselves on the twisting trail of a mysterious reptile. This film showing at the Midlands Art Centre (MAC) is pay-as-you-choose.

Thu 5th March

A person holding a picture book open World Book Day: What's That Noise?
10:30am - 11:10am
The Exchange, Centenary Square
Join artist Sarah Hamilton Baker to celebrate World Book Day 2026. Sarah will bring to life What’s That Noise? by Charlie Higson and Nadia Shireen, celebrating the joy of making as much noise as you possibly can! Ideal for ages 3+.
A person holding a picture book open World Book Day: Bug
11:30am - 12:10pm
The Exchange, Centenary Square
Join artist Sarah Hamilton Baker to celebrate World Book Day 2026. Sarah will share Bug by Maggie Li, inviting you to follow Bug on a magical journey from a small, wiggly caterpillar to a beautiful butterfly. Ideal for ages 3+.

Thu 19th March

A toddler watches a harpist Barber Baby: Homme vu par une fleur (Man Seen by a Flower)
11am - noon
The Dome, Bramall Music Building
Experience the magic of live music inspired by works from the Barber collection. Relax, listen, or dance - adventure awaits! Ideal for 0-4yo and their grown ups, free and drop-in.

Sat 21st March

Children interact with a music technician in a performance Barber Family: Sounds of the Sun
11am - 3pm
The Exchange, Centenary Square
Experience the sounds of the sun with musician Aaron Diaz! Barber Family workshops are free and drop in, for children aged 4-10yo and their grown-ups, with interactive performances and activities.

Wed 1st April

Two children crafting Barber Family: Light and Landscape
11am - 3pm
The Exchange, Centenary Square
Take part in a tactile, making activity inspired by the light and landscape of A Landscape with Cattle and Figures, Karel Dujardin. Barber Family workshops are free and drop in, for children aged 4-10yo and their grown-ups.
The exterior of The Exchange building Explore family tours at The Exchange
11am - noon
The Exchange, Centenary Square
A new bank clerk uncovers bank secrets and explores mysterious items from the past in a family-friendly adventure for ages 4-11 (and their grown-ups). Booking essential - 1 free ticket per child, to be accompanied by an adult.
The exterior of The Exchange building Explore family tours at The Exchange
1pm - 2pm
The Exchange, Centenary Square
A new bank clerk uncovers bank secrets and explores mysterious items from the past in a family-friendly adventure for ages 4-11 (and their grown-ups). Booking essential - 1 free ticket per child, to be accompanied by an adult.

Sat 18th April

A parent and two children draw on a large artwork Barber Family: Chalk Cliff Comics
11am - 3pm
The Exchange, Centenary Square
Join a writing and illustration workshop with artist Michael D Kennedy inspired by Chalk Cliffs in the Sun, by Otto Dix. Barber Family workshops are for children aged 4 –10 years and their grown-ups.

Thu 30th April

Small children watch a saxophonist Barber Baby: Still Life with a Garland of Fruit
11am - noon
The Dome, Bramall Music Building
Experience the magic of live music inspired by works from the Barber collection. Relax, listen, or dance - adventure awaits! Ideal for 0-4yo and their grown ups, free and drop-in.

Sat 16th May

A keytar player on stage in front of a projected image of a cartoon witch Groove Sensations
11am - noon
Elgar Concert Hall, Bramall Music Building
Part of our Groove Baby: Barber Family double-bill. Groove Baby present a sensational sensory voyage specially created for under 5s and their grown-ups. Tickets £5, plus sensory crafting 10:00-16:00 in the foyer for ticket holders!

Wed 27th May

The exterior of The Exchange building Explore family tours at The Exchange
11am - noon
The Exchange, Centenary Square
A new bank clerk uncovers bank secrets and explores mysterious items from the past in a family-friendly adventure for ages 4-11 (and their grown-ups). Booking essential - 1 free ticket per child, to be accompanied by an adult.
The exterior of The Exchange building Explore family tours at The Exchange
1pm - 2pm
The Exchange, Centenary Square
A new bank clerk uncovers bank secrets and explores mysterious items from the past in a family-friendly adventure for ages 4-11 (and their grown-ups). Booking essential - 1 free ticket per child, to be accompanied by an adult.
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