Get ready for a fun weekend in Coventry for the 3-14 year olds! We've found some cracking limited-run events for Saturday and Sunday, February 7th and 8th, 2026, from artsy fun to exciting performances.
See our top picks
Family Fun Artisan & Craft Market
Coventry Market Hall
Free entry to a bustling market with potential crafting fun this Saturday.
Retro Kids Film Screening: The Land Before Time
The Reel Cafe Cinema
A perfect cosy cinema trip featuring a classic movie on Saturday afternoon.
Big Bear's Woodland Tales
Herbert Art Gallery & Museum
Interactive storytelling with puppets aimed just right for ages 3-5 on Sunday morning.
· February 7
3FAMILY FUN ARTISAN & CRAFT MARKETFREE : Check out the special family zone set up for this artisan market weekend! There are usually crafting stations perfect for little hands and slightly older kids looking to make something unique. It's a great buzz in the city centre.It’s a free local market that often features hands-on activities specifically for children this weekend.
JUNIOR INVENTOR SCIENCE WORKSHOP : Older kids interested in STEM can sign up for this hands-on building challenge this Saturday morning. They'll be using simple circuits and materials to create a working mini-device. Great for budding engineers!A focused STEM workshop tailored specifically for the older end of your age range (8-14) happening only this Saturday.
RETRO KIDS FILM SCREENING: THE LAND BEFORE TIME : If the weather is gloomy, this classic animated adventure is the perfect Saturday afternoon pick-me-up. It's showing at a smaller local cinema, making it feel more special than the big multiplexes.A special, one-off retro film screening at a local cinema that caters specifically to younger families.
· February 8
3THE AMAZING ADVENTURES OF CAPTAIN CUSTARD : Join Captain Custard for a silly and interactive show packed with songs and mayhem that the little ones will adore. This is a special Sunday performance only, so grab your tickets fast! Expect lots of laughter and maybe even some singing along.A dedicated, one-off family theatre performance perfect for younger children.
BIG BEAR'S WOODLAND TALES : A perfect session for your littlest ones! This interactive storytelling session uses puppets and props based on classic woodland stories. It's short, sweet, and fits the 3-year-old attention span perfectly before lunch.A specific, low-cost storytelling event designed only for preschoolers on a Sunday morning.
WAR MEMORIAL PARK WINTER NATURE TRAIL : Grab a themed nature trail sheet from the park office on Sunday morning and see what winter wildlife you can spot around the park! It’s a fantastic way to burn off some energy before heading home.A dedicated, low-cost, outdoor trail specific to the weekend for active families.
Frequently Asked Questions
What free kids events are on in Coventry this weekend?
This weekend (Feb 07-08) the best free option is the Family Fun Artisan & Craft Market on Saturday at the Coventry Market Hall, which usually includes free entry and craft activities for kids.
Is there anything fun to do indoors on Sunday for a 10-year-old?
The Amazing Adventures of Captain Custard theatre show at the Albany Theatre on Sunday afternoon is a great indoor option for ages 4-10, offering live entertainment.
What activities are available for younger children (3-5) on Saturday?
For your little ones on Saturday, check out the Family Fun Artisan & Craft Market for sensory engagement, or the Retro Kids Film Screening of The Land Before Time in the afternoon.
