Half-term fun for families at Mansfield Museum

by | 14 October 2025 | Community facility, Community Focus, Heritage, Local Experiences, Mansfield

This October, Mansfield Museum is bursting with creative, hands-on activities for families and children! From arts and crafts to dance and cultural celebrations, there’s something for everyone.

Half-Term Fun: 21st to 31st October

Families can drop in to enjoy a variety of free craft activities, designed to inspire creativity and provide hours of fun:

  • Tuesday 21st October – Puppy Masks: Make your very own puppy mask to take home. Perfect for kids who love to get crafty!
  • Wednesday 22nd October – Build a Puppy: Create your own puppy model – a hands-on activity for all ages.
  • Thursday 23rd October – Paw Patrol Jigsaw: Build your very own Paw Patrol jigsaw and enjoy some puzzle fun.
    Friday 24th October – Slinky Dogs: Design and take home your very own slinky dog.

 

Celebrating Black History Month: 28th to 30th October

Enjoy special activities celebrating culture, creativity, and togetherness:

  • Tuesday 28th October – Unity Bracelets and Global Dance with Charm: Make a bracelet promoting unity and take part in a lively dance session with Charm.
  • Wednesday 29th October – African Necklace: Create your own African-inspired necklace and learn about traditional designs.
  • Thursday 30th October – Kente Weaving: Explore traditional Kente patterns and weave your own keepsake.

 

Halloween Fun – Friday 31st October

  • 10.00am to 1.00pm – Spooky Halloween Crafts: Come in your scariest costumes, play Trick or Treat with the team, and create festive Halloween decorations to take home.
  • 5.30pm to 7.00pm – Spooky Silent Disco: Dance the evening away with a Halloween-themed silent disco! Tickets cost £5.00 per person (includes headset hire) and fancy dress is encouraged. Accompanying adults not using a headset do not require a ticket

All daytime activities are free, suitable for all ages, and drop-in, with materials provided. The silent disco is ticketed, giving older kids and families a chance to dance and celebrate Halloween together. Activities take place from 10.00am to 1.00pm (unless otherwise stated).

Find out more at http://www.mansfield.gov.uk/museum/news.