
There are more than 140 activities to suit children and young people of all ages. See a summary by activity type and age range, view everything in this section or use the advanced search.
We've also got ideas for days out that will fill more than an hour or two. If you're planning a children's party visit our organise an event section. Further details on children's centres and schools can be found in the life and learning area.
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20, 21 & 27 Mar - Alvin & the Chipmunks 2
The chipmunks return to deal with the pressures of school, celebrity, and a rival music group. Campus West, 20 Mar 10am, 21 Mar 2.30pm, 27 Mar 10am.
Sun 21 Mar - NCT Nearly New Sale
Very popular sale of baby equipment, clothing, nappies, toys, books and DVDs. Sun 21 Mar, 10-11.30am, Nicholas Breakspear School. £1.
Is history more than a load of old rubbish? Striking visuals, puppetry, live music & lots of mess? Trestle Arts Base, Sun 21 Mar, 2pm. Age 4+ Runs 45mins.
Children's Film Club at Trestle Arts Base (2pm)
Saturday screenings. 13 Mar: Ice Age 2 (PG), 7 Apr: Alvin & The Chipmunks (PG), 14 April: Lemony Snicket. Adults free, kids £2.
Sunday Stories at the Museum of St Albans
Join the St Albans Children's Book Group for stories and craft activities on the last Sunday of the month, from 3 to 4pm at the Museum of St Albans.
Thinking about expanding your family? Susie Gower has some helpful advice on trying for another child and how reflexology can help you.
Children's trails for St Albans
Explore St Albans with two special printed trails for younger and older children; 50p each from the Town Hall Tourist and Information Centre.
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