October Half-Term

Discover a vibrant and activity-packed October Half-Term hosted by The Culture Trust in Luton! From October 28th, bring the family along for interactive workshops, exciting performances, and hands-on creative experiences. Highlights include Steel Pan and African Drumming workshops at the Stockwood Discovery Centre, a Family Film Club screening of The Princess and the Frog, and a unique costume-making session at Wardown House.

This is a week full of culture, music, creativity, and family fun, ensuring there’s something for everyone. Don’t miss out!

Game On! The Evolution Of Video Games

Welcome to Game On! Embark on a nostalgic odyssey through the pixelated past

Stockwood Discovery Centre - | 10:30am, 12:20pm and 2:30pm

Mr Sleepybum

Do you have stupid and silly dreams at night? Well, Mr. Sleepybum does

Hat Factory Arts Centre - | 11:30am and 2:00pm

The Great Big Dinosaur Show

Join poet Simon Mole and musician Gecko for a family show full of

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

Steel Pan Drumming Workshop

If you've ever wanted to learn to play this incredible instrument, now's your

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

Polar Bear Puppet Pals!

Make your very own PAW-some polar bear pal in this magical puppet making

Hat Factory Arts Centre - | 10am, 11:30am and 2pm

Family Film Club: The Princess And The Frog

Join the club! Handpicked titles for the whole family to enjoy, screened at

Hat Factory Arts Centre | 10.30am

African Drumming and Rhythm Workshop

Unlock your creativity with an authentic African rhythm and drums workshop in…

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

Arctic Adventure In A Box

Bring your very own polar paradise to life in this arctic adventure and

Hat Factory Arts Centre - | 10am, 11:30am and 2pm

All Aboard! Ship Inspired Carnival Costume Making 24

Join the UK Centre for Carnival Arts for fun and creative ship inspired

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

Halloween Clay Club! With Lugus Ceramics

Join Luton based company Lugus Ceramics to design and build your very own

Hat Factory Arts Centre - | 10am and 11:30am

Halloween Family Disco

Join us this Halloween in spooktacular fancy dress, show off your moves and

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

Soft Or Spiky?

Discover a wonderful world of soft or spiky with your baby. This playful

Hat Factory Arts Centre - | Friday - 11am, 1pm & 2:30pm, Saturday and Sunday - 10am, 11:30am & 2pm

Past Events

Spooky Samhain

The Culture Trust Luton in collaboration with Luton Irish Forum invite you to

Stockwood Discovery Centre - | Multiple times

The Horrid House Tour

A fun, interactive tour of Wardown House just for kids – strictly no

Wardown House, Museum and Gallery - | 11am

Monstersaurus

One day Monty found a book, ‘Inventions Very Rare’ Create yourself a monster

- | 2pm

Frankenstein for Kids

Monstrous original silliness! A quirky tale of “Frankenstein For Kids” – a…

Stockwood Discovery Centre - | Multiple times

Eggs on Legs

“Every day, from here to there funny things are everywhere.” Dr Seuss Meet

- | Multiple times

Heart of Light (The Hat Factory)

When Ravana the ten-headed demon draws darkness over the world, can Rama and

Hat Factory Arts Centre | 2.30pm

Bagshawe's Antarctic Adventure

Ever wondered what the Antarctic is actually like? Well, we know someone who

Wardown House, Museum and Gallery - | Multiple times

The Ghostly Gardener

Ever wondered what happens in Wardown Park after dark? Come and meet Wardown's

Wardown House, Museum and Gallery - | 7.30pm

Tír na nÓg

An immersive adventure that offers a gentle introduction to the world of Irish

Hat Factory Arts Centre - | 11am & 2pm

Stories from the Trees

Come join us in the forest of wisdom. Seed a story in your

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

Family Film Club: Hotel Transylvania

Join the club! Handpicked titles for the whole family to enjoy, screened at

Hat Factory Arts Centre | 10.30am

Book Launch: The Unscaredy Scaredy Cat

Formy Books is having a party! We will be celebrating the publication day

Hat Factory Arts Centre | 1pm - 4pm
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