SUMMER 2026 FAMILY IDEAS IN NORTHAMPTONSHIRE FOR LITTLE ONES
From exciting festivals and creative holiday clubs to family-friendly days out and unforgettable weekend events, Northamptonshire has plenty to offer. Whether you're planning a fun-filled day close to home or a memorable family adventure, these top picks are sure to keep children of all ages smiling throughout Summer 2026.
ROYAL & DERNGATE HOLIDAY CLUBS
Royal & Derngate, NN1 1DP
9AM - 5PM
August - October 2026
Join Royal & Derngate for their Holiday Clubs this August and October. With options for children ages 4-13, there is something for everyone!
Whether they're a future KPOP star, Safari Explorer, Time Traveller or Mini Monster, hone your little ones' creativity and confidence with storytelling, theatre skills, games, and arts & crafts.
5 days for £250, ages 4 - 13 years.
www.toddleabout.co.uk/company/royal-derngate-northampton
NORTHAMPTON BALLOON FESTIVAL
Northampton Racecourse
12:00 - 10:30 PM
14th – 16th August 2026
The skies above Northampton will come alive this August as the Northampton Balloon Festival returns to the Racecourse from 14–16 August. Families can enjoy spectacular hot air balloons, balloon glows, live entertainment, a funfair, food stalls and fireworks, making it one of the region’s most exciting summer events.
Earlybird tickets from £4.25, children under 1m tall are free.
www.toddleabout.co.uk/company/northampton-town-council
Car parking charges may apply.
THE MUM CLUB RUGBY-BRUNCH CLUBS
Draycote Manor & The Tuning Fork
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
17th & 22nd July 2026
Whether it's your first time or your fifth, you'll find new friendly faces, a relaxed vibe, and the kind of connection that genuinely makes a difference.
Tickets include: pop-up Shop, guest Speaker, the opportunity to connect with fantastic like-minded mum friends, a TMC branded gift, photographer taking candid photos, a delicious brunch, a goodie bag item, a small play area sponsored by Ellor & Co and x2 Beverages.
£30 per person
www.toddleabout.co.uk/company/the-mum-club-rugby
EVERYONE ACTIVE-MUCH MORE THIS SUMMER
Daventry Leisure Centre, NN11 4FP
July - August 2026
Everyone Active, is offering a wide range of family-friendly activities – all for just £2 per person.
From soft play and badminton to swimming and pickleball - with activities and timings varying by centre. More than 800 activities will be offered across the country, the aim is to give families and friends more opportunities to spend quality time together, without the barrier of high costs.
£2 per person
www.toddleabout.co.uk/company/everyone-active-daventry-leisure-centre
CARFEST 2026
Silverstone Race Track
28th - 30th August 2026
Packed to the brim with activities and attractions to keep the whole family entertained, CarFest is the place to create amazing memories. As well as the fastest and most breathtaking cars.
With live music, celebrity star, inspiring wellbeing sessions, cookery demonstrations, and KidsFest there’s something for everyone to enjoy. The perfect weekend for families looking to have fun, explore, and create unforgettable moments together.
0-5's go free, family weekend tickets start at £562
www.toddleabout.co.uk/company/carfest
TWYCROSS ZOO
Burton Road, Atherstone, CV9 3PX
Enjoy a wild day out at Twycross Zoo, home to hundreds of amazing animals, exciting indoor and outdoor play areas and The Gruffalo Discovery Land. As a leading conservation charity, every visit helps support vital work protecting endangered species, making it a family day out that truly makes a difference.
Tickets from £21.55, pay for 1 day and visit FREE for a year! Age 2 and under go FREE.
https://www.toddleabout.co.uk/company/twycross-zoo
Car parking charges apply.