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Events and Activities at Kirkleatham Museum

Kirkleatham Museum plays host to an annual programme of exciting family events, monthly walks, talks and seasonal activities.

Browse our events to see what’s on now and what’s coming this year!

Activities

There are always other exciting things to do while visiting the museum. Here are some of the activities you can do with your family during your visit to Kirkleatham.

Dinosaur Family Crafts

Get crafty this May half term with Kirkleatham Museum and join us for Dinosaur themed family crafts.

Tuesday 26th May ~ drop in sessions between 10am – 3pm

Thursday 28th May ~ drop in sessions between 10am – 3pm (Quiet Hour for families with additional needs 3 – 4 pm)

Crafts from £1.50 – £3.50 – Museum admission charges also apply.

Dinosaur Discovery Days

Calling all fearless fossil hunters, dino-spotters, and prehistoric explorers—Mr Bones is back and he’s bringing the Cretaceous period with him!

Perfect for families, dinosaur enthusiasts of all ages, and anyone who has ever dreamt of getting closer to the prehistoric world.

Thursday 28th May ~ 10am – 3pm, included within Museum admission ticket.

Sunday 31st May (National Dinosaur Day) ~ 10am – 3pm, included within Museum admission ticket.

👉Dino Days

Silent Dino Disco

Get your Dino Stomp on in the grounds of Kirkleatham Museum with this free Silent Disco. Dressing up costumes welcome – but not compulsory!

Wednesday 27th May ~ 11am – 3pm

Mini-Pride and Silent Disco

Curious Arts are delighted to be back at Kirkleatham Museum with Mini Pride this May bringing a joyful day of celebration of individuality and creativity.

Friday 29th May ~ Drop in between 10.30am – 3.30pm. Included within Museum admission ticket.

Treasure Hunts

Special exhibitions have themed treasure hunts and quizzes to help you explore them more.  Quiz sheets and hunt instructions are available from the museum shop.

Making a Mark

Making a Mark is an exciting programme for children created by Tees Valley Museums working with the National Portrait Gallery. It aims to encourage children to be curious and creative and make their own mark inspired by our local heritage.

Click here to find out more about Making a Mark programme

Walking in Redcar and Cleveland

Redcar and Cleveland is home to lots of wide open countryside and stunning landscapes so why not discover and experience the best of Redcar and Cleveland by foot. Learn More.

Wellbeing Walks

Our FREE guided walks are run by friendly, experienced Walk Leaders. A great way to meet new people and improve your health and wellbeing. Learn More.

Guisborough Museum

Guisborough Museum reopens for the 2026 Season! Bring the family, discover something new, and celebrate the heritage of Guisborough in this volunteer‑run community treasure. Learn More.

Enjoy Events

May

18

Regular Raceday

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May

25

Zetland Gold Cup Family Day

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May

26

May Half Term Fun @ Kirkleatham Museum

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