Beam Park Summer Project 2026
Free summer activities for children and young people living on the estate aged 8-16 years old. Come and join us for fun: Arts & crafts Sports & games Workshops &...
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Holiday activities
There are lots of programmes and events for children, young people and families to take part in every school holiday.
For the full list of activities for children and young people, visit:
Free sports activities
Football, basketball, netball, tennis and more! Browse free sports activities for children and young people on Havering Active.
Many activities are free and open to different ages and abilities.
Visit the Havering Active page to find out what's on this school holiday.
Free activities at your local Children's Centre (for children under 5)
Havering's Children's Centres offer free activities for families with children under 5.
Enjoy fun sessions, meet other families and keep little ones busy during the school holidays.
Check out their holiday timetable to find out what's on.
Free activities at your local library
Havering's libraries are packed with free activities for children, young people and families during the school holidays.
Don't miss this year's Summer Reading Challenge, Read to the Beat! where children can enjoy reading, collect rewards and build their confidence throughout the summer.
Free activities for children and young people entitled to benefited related Free School Meals
Havering's Holiday Activities and Food (HAF) Programme provides free holiday activities for children and young people who receive benefit-related free school meals.
There's plenty to choose from, including sports, creative activities, games and outdoor adventures.
Visit the HAF webpage to find out what's on, check if your child is eligible and book free summer holiday activities in Havering.
Free activities for 11-18 year olds (up to 25 with SEND and / or care experience)
Havering's Youth Service offers a wide range of free activities for young people aged 11 to 25 during the school holidays. Whether you're interested in fitness, meeting new people or learning new skills.
Visit the Youth Service webpage to find out what's on this summer holiday and discover activities near you this summer holiday.
Arts, crafts & creativity at Fairkytes
Did you know Havering has its own arts centre?
This summer, head to Fairkytes Arts Centre in Hornchurch for Havering Council's Para Music , Para Arts and Family Fun sessions.
Community Family Fairs
Every year, Havering’s Housing Engagement team organise free summer community fairs across the borough.
Families can enjoy bouncy castles, games, free activities, community stalls, food and plenty more.
For information and support for your family in Havering, visit the Havering SEND Local Offer and Havering Family Information Service.
Upcoming Events
Upcoming events
Butterflies – perinatal mental health and wellbeing group
The Butterflies Peer Support group is a service for families who are experiencing perinatal mental illness, anxiety, depression and low mood since becoming pregnant or following the birth of their...
Para Arts Clay Modelling
Are you looking for something creative and fun to do? Havering Para Arts is excited to share their programme of art clay modelling sessions! Join us at Fairkytes Arts Centre...
Free Summer Community Days
Free lunch (needs to be booked in advance) Face painting Children’s activities Bouncy castle at outdoor events
Family Fun Days – Picnics in the Park
These events are run by the Havering Asylum Seeker and Refugee Service, but all are welcome. Interpreters will be available in Arabic, Dari, Pashto, Ukrainian, Russian, Polish, Albanian and Kurdish...
Para Music
Havering Council’s Para Music session returns to Fairkytes Arts Centre, Billet Lane, Hornchurch, RM11 1AX during the Summer 2026 school holiday. This session, for S.E.N.D. young people will be taken...
Family Fun at Fairkytes Art Centre
Looking for creative fun for the whole family, then join is at Fairkytes this summer. You can choose from a one or two hour session to suit your schedule. All...
The Ionians Music Event
Ionian Music Events is redefining live entertainment with unforgettable concerts created by young people, for young people. Run by an ambitious team, we bring rising performers together in an electrifying...
Related Services
Related services
Havering Youth Service
Havering Youth Service offer a range of activities for young people from 10 – 19 years of age (up to 25 for young adults with additional needs). We believe that all young people deserve the best possible start in life, to be inspired, and to reach their full potential. We offer informal education, fun activities and additional support for those who would benefit from this.
Youth Unity
At Youth Unity CIC, our vision is a society where all young people, regardless of their background or circumstances, are empowered to lead safe, fulfilling, and purposeful lives. We are committed to breaking cycles of violence, exploitation, and disadvantage by fostering resilience, providing meaningful opportunities, and championing fairness and inclusivity.
Havering Children’s Centres
Children’s centres in Havering are FREE to all families with a child aged under five who live in the borough. If you are expecting a baby or have children aged 0-5 years, your local Children’s Centre is able to provide support, advice and access to services and activities delivered as part of the Children’s Centres activity programme.
