Creative Activities for Kids and Families

In these three videos, join James Carter for some fast-paced fun, as he brings poetry and music together for our very youngest audiences and their parents.

World-record holding beatboxer Testament knows a thing or two about using the human voice in inventive and awe-inspiring ways.

Dom Conlon LOVES space. He also loves poetry. This might be why he’s been called “Poet Laureate to the Moon”, and it’s definitely why he’s written his books – ...

Join hip hop artist, author, poet and beat-maker Karl Nova to hear all about his poetry and music, and enjoy a very special performance from his collection Rhythm and Poetry.

Join comic poet John Hegley for a lively performance of the poems that have made him so beloved of children and teachers alike, as he reads from his collections I Am A Poetato and My Do...

Join award winning children’s poet Joseph Coelho, as he invites you to read along from his book, Poems Aloud.

Morwenna Catt is an artist, whose crafty workshops delight children at the festival every year.

Morwenna Catt is an artist, whose crafty workshops delight children at the festival every year.

In this fun and educational session, Captain Dan Tastic will share the history behind pirate lingo, teach you exactly how to roll your rrrs for a proper “arrrgh”, and answer the age old qu...

Let there be light!

Let there be light!

Wondering what to do with all those toilet roll tubes? We think they’re perfect for making bunny rabbits (obviously).

Let there be light!

With Easter on its way, why not have a go at making a cute Easter chick?

What's the best thing about learning to play the oboe? What kind of sounds can it make? How can you try it at home? Join RSNO Principal, Adrian Wilson, as he tells you everything you need to know in h...

What fun sounds can the flute make? Why is it the best instrument in the orchestra? With top tips on how to get started playing, find out more about this ‘magical’ instrument with RSNO Pri...

Follow along with artist Katharine Wade to create your own drip drawings, experimenting with paint, pattern and colour.

Follow these step by step instructions on how to create your own masks! Share your creations by tagging @ikongallery on social media.

Follow these step by step instructions to create your own kinetic sculptures! Share your creations by tagging @ikongallery on social media.

Follow these step by step instructions to create salt dough sculptures. Share your creations by tagging @ikongallery on social media.