Looking for creative ways to keep the kids busy in Birmingham this Autumn? From spooky safari parks and castles to a family concert, or roaring museums and a fantastical drone light show, Birmingham has loads of brilliant things to do with your little ones. Here are 5 of our favourites – perfect for family days out or little adventures during spooky season!

1. Visit a castle

Visit Warwick castle this half term for a mix of history and entertainment with a cosy autumn setting. Go between 25th October - 2nd November for The Haunted Castle experience. There are rotating family friendly shows every half an hour, spooky decor across 64 acres, mazes, singing witches and the UK's biggest birds of prey show runs through the season. Warwick castle has something for everyone in the family to enjoy. Buy tickets online in advance from £26pp as compared to the £39pp ticket cost on the door. 

2. Ghosties Afloat

Hop aboard at Sherborne Wharf for a fun-filled Halloween adventure for the kids. There is a myriad of Halloween themed activities to keep the kids entertained including face-painting, colouring and games all against the backdrop of the canal. Book ahead to secure a place on this spooky ship, which has four slots a day between 25th October - 1st November.

3. Visit a dinosaur exhibition

Open daily until 2nd November, Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery invites families to journey through time. Tickets are affordable, children up to 15 go free and adult tickets are £15.50. There are hands-on activities, immersive projections, life sized reconstructions of dinosaurs and real fossils to learn about. Pique your child’s curiosity about the distant past with this day out.

4. The McDougalls: Halloween Party Show

On the 27th October head to the Old Rep Theatre for a live performance including ghoulish sing-alongs and games from a children's theatre troupe. Fancy dress is encouraged, so if you're looking for some festive fun the McDougalls have you covered!

5. Check out the zoo

Tucked away near Cannon Hill Park, the Birmingham Wildlife Conservation Park is home to a range of small and endangered animals, from red pandas to lemurs, reptiles to meerkats. It's perfect for younger children, offering just the right size for a half-day adventure without overwhelming little legs.

Entry during October is great value. Tickets start from £4.40 for children (3–15 yrs) and £8.90 for adults, with under-3s going free. Prices may rise slightly during half-term, but it’s still one of the most affordable animal experiences in Birmingham. Bring a packed lunch and enjoy the nearby park or playground after your visit.

‍Plan Your Autumn In Birmingham

We hope this guide to 5 Fun Things to Do with Kids in Birmingham This Autumn helps you make the most of the school holidays. 

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