Things to do with kids in the North West summer 2024

The summer holidays are fast approaching and I’m sure you’ve landed here because you are looking for things to do with kids in the North West summer 2024. I’ve rounded up the best family days out, events and more in Greater Manchester, Cheshire, Lancashire, Liverpool and the Lake District. It’s a pretty epic post so there is a helpful menu below so you can jump to the right section for you. Find more great family events North West here.

Events do sometimes get cancelled so please check the website or social media of the attraction you choose before visiting. Many places also require tickets to be booked in advance so please check before visiting.

If you know of an event that I haven’t included, please email me at info@northwestforkids.co.uk

Outdoor theatre North West

Watching a play outdoors is a great activity in the summer months (just cross your fingers for the weather!). I’ve rounded up all the best outdoor shows for all ages here – outdoor theatre North West.

Dinosaur days out North West

If your kids love dinosaurs then there are loads of great dinosaur events and days out to choose from. Find my full guide here – Dinosaur days out in the North West

Outdoor cinema North West

There are loads of great shows on at outdoor cinemas across our region this summer.

Find them all here – Outdoor cinema North West.

Paddling pools and splash parks

The perfect way to cool down this summer is in an outdoor paddling pool or splash park. Most of these are free or low-cost.

Find out where they all are here – Outdoor paddling pools and splash parks in the North West

Fruit PYO farms in North West England

There are loads of places where you can pick your own strawberries and other fruits this summer. You can find full details of all of them here – Pick your own farms in North West England

Maize Maze in North West England

Getting lost in a maize or sunflower maze is an increasingly popular summer activity. Find all the Maize maze North West here.

Pick your own sunflowers

Find all the places to pick sunflowers here – Sunflower fields North West.

Things to do in Cheshire summer holidays

There are loads on in Cheshire this summer holidays. There are outdoor shows, family festivals and other events, free activities for kids and so much more.

Find loads of ideas for Things to do in Cheshire summer holidays here.

Things to do in Manchester summer holidays

There are also loads of great events for kids and family days out in Manchester this summer. You’ll find loads of free and low-cost events in the museums and parks as well as lots of great theatre shows and much more.

Full details here – Things to do in Manchester in the summer holidays

Things to do in Lancashire summer holidays

Lancashire has loads to offer families this summer holidays. There are family events and kids activities to choose from as well as all the usual days out, parks and beaches to choose from.

Finf full details of all the great family activities here – Summer holiday activities Lancashire

Things to do in Liverpool summer holidays

There are lots of free and low-cost events in Liverpool museums and some other great family events to choose from. Find out more here – Things to do in Liverpool summer holidays.

Things to do in Lake District summer holidays

There are loads of family events in the Lakes this summer. There are Peter Rabbit birthday celebrations, family theatre, Lego events and summer camps too.

Find loads here – Things to do in Lake District summer holidays.

Month-by-month family event guides

If you’re looking for something to do specifically on a certain date this summer, I have a guide to family events in date order below.

Family events North West July

Family events North West August

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