We love welcoming families at our venues! At The Culture Trust Luton we pride ourselves in offering accessible, creative and fun artistic programming for children of all ages and their families.

All of our venues are equipped with baby changing facilities and relaxing spaces. Plus, at Stockwood Discovery Centre and Wardown House, Museum & Gallery you have access to free parking, beautiful green spaces and galleries for little (and big) explorers.

For Families

British Wildlife Photography Awards Exhibition

The "British Wildlife Photography Awards" is the UK’s leading wildlife and…

Stockwood Discovery Centre - | 11am -5pm, closed Mondays and Tuesdays (open Mon 26th and Tues 27th October for school holidays)

A Class of Your Own

Following the huge success of Tangled Feet’s Need a Little Help, Butterflies and

Hat Factory Arts Centre - | 11:30am and 2:30pm

The BIG Draw

The Big Draw Festival 2026 is here! We are so excited to bring

- | 26th, 27th and 29th October 11:30am, 1:30pm and 3pm

Olaf Falafel's Stupidest, Super Stupid Show

OLAF FALAFEL’S STUPIDEST SUPER STUPID SHOW Winner of the Best Kids’ Show at

Hat Factory Arts Centre - | 11:30am and 2pm

Make Your Clay Creature

Get creative this Halloween and make your very own creepy clay creature! Join

Stockwood Discovery Centre - | 11:30am and 2pm

Red Robin’s Winter Song

Red Robin’s Winter Song By Manjeet Mann | Presented by Tutti Frutti Productions

Hat Factory Arts Centre - | 11:30am and 2pm

Dance in the Dark

A captivating dance and music show with fun interaction for ages 3+ &

Hat Factory Arts Centre - | 11:30am and 2pm

Halloween Creative Make & Take Wardown

Come to Wardown to create and make Halloween crafts, bat bookmarks, spooky masks

Wardown House, Museum and Gallery - | 11:30am, 1:30pm and 3pm

WiFi Wars: Halloween Special

From classic TV game shows to zen-like word puzzles, from retro video games

Hat Factory Arts Centre | 2pm

Flotsam

A new opera for young children Based on the picture book by David

Hat Factory Arts Centre - | 11am, 1pm and 3pm

Family Film Club: Monster Family

A family film, a creative corner, a café and a space to relax

Hat Factory Arts Centre | 10:30am

Halloween Creative Make & Take Hat Factory

Come to the Hat Factory to create and make Halloween crafts, Monster book

Hat Factory Arts Centre - | 11:30am, 1:30pm and 3pm

October Half-Term

Make the most of October Half-Term with a week of family activities from The Culture Trust in Luton.

From drawing and clay workshops to theatre, comedy, dance, film and magic, there’s plenty to keep children entertained during the school break. Families can enjoy The BIG Draw and Clay Creatures at Stockwood Discovery Centre, plus a packed programme at The Hat Factory Arts Centre including Olaf Falafel’s Stupidest, Super Stupid Show, Red Robin’s Winter Song, Dance in the Dark, Flotsam, Family Film Club: Monster Family and more.

With daytime performances, creative workshops and activities for different ages, it’s a great way to spend time together, try something new and enjoy culture close to home this October Half-Term.

Book now and plan your family day out.

Christmas in Luton

Stockwood Illuminated is better than ever this year with an exciting innovative route. Santa at Stockwood returns agian, with a magical and festive experience for all the family, and Hat Factory favourites' Full House return with a brand new show - Adventures in Wonderland.

This year’s Christmas programme has everything you need for an unforgettable time with family and friends. Book now to secure your date and time of choice

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