Find events suitable for all the family, and particularly for students who parents or who have young family members. From concerts to workshops to fun days, there's weekday, weekend, and holiday fun for all ages. We've pulled together our family-friendly and family-focused events to help you plan exciting days out and explore campus.

Our events for families and children

A toddler in winter clothing playing with a pan outdoors Muddy Explorers: Stay and play for 6m-5yos
18th September 10am - 11am
The Oaks Day Nursey, Bristol Road
A stay-and-play group designed for young adventurers; Muddy Explorers gives children the chance to let their imaginations run wild and develop real-life skills at The Oak’s award-winning Forest School. Ages 6m-5yo, from £8.50.
Family focused
A person silhouetted against a giant illuminated sun scuplture Quiet Sunrise Session
19th September 9am - 10am
The Exchange, Centenary Square
Explore the Sun with the whole family! Enjoy a calm, accessible, family-friendly session to enjoy Helios at a quieter time of day.
Family focused
A model of the sun Solar science for families
19th September 11am - 3pm
The Exchange, Centenary Square
Join us for the final family exploration day of the Helios season! Take part in interactive activities that show how studying solar activity, space weather, and distant worlds links to everyday life. Free, no booking needed.
Family focused
A parent and child in winter clothing outdoors Mini Explorers: Under 5s outdoor playgroup
21st September 9:45am - 10:45am
Winterbourne House & Gardens
Our new outdoor playgroup lets your little one will discover new sounds, smells, and sights whilst you make some new friends and see just how much fun you can have as a family in the great outdoors. Ages 1-5, £7.
Family focused
A parent and child in winter clothing outdoors Mini Explorers: Under 5s outdoor playgroup
22nd September 9:45am - 10:45am
Winterbourne House & Gardens
Our new outdoor playgroup lets your little one will discover new sounds, smells, and sights whilst you make some new friends and see just how much fun you can have as a family in the great outdoors. Ages 1-5, £7.
Family focused
A toddler in winter clothing playing with a pan outdoors Muddy Explorers: Stay and play for 6m-5yos
23rd September 10am - 11am
The Oaks Day Nursey, Bristol Road
A stay-and-play group designed for young adventurers; Muddy Explorers gives children the chance to let their imaginations run wild and develop real-life skills at The Oak’s award-winning Forest School. Ages 6m-5yo, from £8.50.
Family focused
A toddler in winter clothing playing with a pan outdoors Muddy Explorers: Stay and play for 6m-5yos
25th September 10am - 11am
The Oaks Day Nursey, Bristol Road
A stay-and-play group designed for young adventurers; Muddy Explorers gives children the chance to let their imaginations run wild and develop real-life skills at The Oak’s award-winning Forest School. Ages 6m-5yo, from £8.50.
Family focused
A parent and child in winter clothing outdoors Mini Explorers: Under 5s outdoor playgroup
28th September 9:45am - 10:45am
Winterbourne House & Gardens
Our new outdoor playgroup lets your little one will discover new sounds, smells, and sights whilst you make some new friends and see just how much fun you can have as a family in the great outdoors. Ages 1-5, £7.
Family focused
A parent and child in winter clothing outdoors Mini Explorers: Under 5s outdoor playgroup
29th September 9:45am - 10:45am
Winterbourne House & Gardens
Our new outdoor playgroup lets your little one will discover new sounds, smells, and sights whilst you make some new friends and see just how much fun you can have as a family in the great outdoors. Ages 1-5, £7.
Family focused
A toddler in winter clothing playing with a pan outdoors Muddy Explorers: Stay and play for 6m-5yos
30th September 10am - 11am
The Oaks Day Nursey, Bristol Road
A stay-and-play group designed for young adventurers; Muddy Explorers gives children the chance to let their imaginations run wild and develop real-life skills at The Oak’s award-winning Forest School. Ages 6m-5yo, from £8.50.
Family focused
A toddler in winter clothing playing with a pan outdoors Muddy Explorers: Stay and play for 6m-5yos
2nd October 10am - 11am
The Oaks Day Nursey, Bristol Road
A stay-and-play group designed for young adventurers; Muddy Explorers gives children the chance to let their imaginations run wild and develop real-life skills at The Oak’s award-winning Forest School. Ages 6m-5yo, from £8.50.
Family focused
A parent and child in winter clothing outdoors Mini Explorers: Under 5s outdoor playgroup
5th October 9:45am - 10:45am
Winterbourne House & Gardens
Our new outdoor playgroup lets your little one will discover new sounds, smells, and sights whilst you make some new friends and see just how much fun you can have as a family in the great outdoors. Ages 1-5, £7.
Family focused
A parent and child in winter clothing outdoors Mini Explorers: Under 5s outdoor playgroup
6th October 9:45am - 10:45am
Winterbourne House & Gardens
Our new outdoor playgroup lets your little one will discover new sounds, smells, and sights whilst you make some new friends and see just how much fun you can have as a family in the great outdoors. Ages 1-5, £7.
Family focused
A toddler in winter clothing playing with a pan outdoors Muddy Explorers: Stay and play for 6m-5yos
7th October 10am - 11am
The Oaks Day Nursey, Bristol Road
A stay-and-play group designed for young adventurers; Muddy Explorers gives children the chance to let their imaginations run wild and develop real-life skills at The Oak’s award-winning Forest School. Ages 6m-5yo, from £8.50.
Family focused
A toddler in winter clothing playing with a pan outdoors Muddy Explorers: Stay and play for 6m-5yos
9th October 10am - 11am
The Oaks Day Nursey, Bristol Road
A stay-and-play group designed for young adventurers; Muddy Explorers gives children the chance to let their imaginations run wild and develop real-life skills at The Oak’s award-winning Forest School. Ages 6m-5yo, from £8.50.
Family focused
A parent and child in winter clothing outdoors Mini Explorers: Under 5s outdoor playgroup
12th October 9:45am - 10:45am
Winterbourne House & Gardens
Our new outdoor playgroup lets your little one will discover new sounds, smells, and sights whilst you make some new friends and see just how much fun you can have as a family in the great outdoors. Ages 1-5, £7.
Family focused
A parent and child in winter clothing outdoors Mini Explorers: Under 5s outdoor playgroup
13th October 9:45am - 10:45am
Winterbourne House & Gardens
Our new outdoor playgroup lets your little one will discover new sounds, smells, and sights whilst you make some new friends and see just how much fun you can have as a family in the great outdoors. Ages 1-5, £7.
Family focused
A toddler in winter clothing playing with a pan outdoors Muddy Explorers: Stay and play for 6m-5yos
14th October 10am - 11am
The Oaks Day Nursey, Bristol Road
A stay-and-play group designed for young adventurers; Muddy Explorers gives children the chance to let their imaginations run wild and develop real-life skills at The Oak’s award-winning Forest School. Ages 6m-5yo, from £8.50.
Family focused
Two staff members sit on the floor with children and craft materials BabyLab sessions
15th October 10am - noon
The Exchange, Centenary Square
Join a relaxed session for parents and carers to explore fascinating research on topics from child development to science, health, and society while little ones play, feed, or snooze. Come as you are - curious minds (and wriggly babies) encouraged!
Family focused
A toddler in winter clothing playing with a pan outdoors Muddy Explorers: Stay and play for 6m-5yos
16th October 10am - 11am
The Oaks Day Nursey, Bristol Road
A stay-and-play group designed for young adventurers; Muddy Explorers gives children the chance to let their imaginations run wild and develop real-life skills at The Oak’s award-winning Forest School. Ages 6m-5yo, from £8.50.
Family focused
A parent and child in winter clothing outdoors Mini Explorers: Under 5s outdoor playgroup
19th October 9:45am - 10:45am
Winterbourne House & Gardens
Our new outdoor playgroup lets your little one will discover new sounds, smells, and sights whilst you make some new friends and see just how much fun you can have as a family in the great outdoors. Ages 1-5, £7.
Family focused
A parent and child in winter clothing outdoors Mini Explorers: Under 5s outdoor playgroup
20th October 9:45am - 10:45am
Winterbourne House & Gardens
Our new outdoor playgroup lets your little one will discover new sounds, smells, and sights whilst you make some new friends and see just how much fun you can have as a family in the great outdoors. Ages 1-5, £7.
Family focused
A toddler in winter clothing playing with a pan outdoors Muddy Explorers: Stay and play for 6m-5yos
21st October 10am - 11am
The Oaks Day Nursey, Bristol Road
A stay-and-play group designed for young adventurers; Muddy Explorers gives children the chance to let their imaginations run wild and develop real-life skills at The Oak’s award-winning Forest School. Ages 6m-5yo, from £8.50.
Family focused
A toddler in winter clothing playing with a pan outdoors Muddy Explorers: Stay and play for 6m-5yos
23rd October 10am - 11am
The Oaks Day Nursey, Bristol Road
A stay-and-play group designed for young adventurers; Muddy Explorers gives children the chance to let their imaginations run wild and develop real-life skills at The Oak’s award-winning Forest School. Ages 6m-5yo, from £8.50.
Family focused