May Madness Half Term
Leeds Markets
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Looking for something free to do with the kids this half term? Leeds Kirkgate Market is running four days of family activities in the Market Kitchen during May half term 🎨🧱
From Tuesday 26th May to Friday 29th May, families can drop in between 11am and 3pm for free activities including LEGO, Duplo and Velcro darts every day. There’ll also be themed creative sessions across the week including Chinese calligraphy and art, horse painting and bunny painting.
It’s a handy city centre option if you need a low-cost day out, somewhere to break up the week or just a couple of hours to keep little ones entertained during the holidays 👇
📅 Tuesday 26th May – Friday 29th May
🕚 11am – 3pm daily
📍 Market Kitchen, Leeds Kirkgate Market
🎟 FREE to attend
Activities across the week include:
🧱 LEGO & Duplo
🎯 Velcro darts
🎨 Chinese calligraphy & art
🐴 Horse painting
🐰 Bunny painting
Perfect for younger children and ideal if you’re already planning a trip into Leeds city centre during half term ☀️
Tuesday 26 May 2026 – Friday 29 May 2026
11am – 3pm
What to bring
- Socks (required for some indoor play areas)
- Snacks and a water bottle
- A small bag for coats and belongings
- Nappies and wipes if you have toddlers in tow
- Cash or card for market food stalls nearby
Top tips
- No need to book, just turn up between 11am and 3pm.
- Free entry, so no need to bring money for admission.
- Head to the Market Kitchen first, that's where all the activities are.
- Arrive closer to 11am to avoid the mid-day rush with younger children.
- Runs Tuesday to Friday, so you have four chances to visit.
Admission is completely free
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Leeds Markets
Leeds Kirkgate Market, Kirkgate, Leeds LS2 7HY, UK, LS2 7HY