Your May half term cheat sheet

May half term has appeared on the horizon, but don’t worry – we’ve got this in the bag. 💪 If you’re wondering what’s on this upcoming week, look no further than our cheat sheet below. There’s plenty happening in and around town, suitable for all the family and everyone’s interests. For further inspo, check out our What’s On page.

Thanks to Flo Wheeler for the beautiful header image.

25th May: Frome International Climate Film Festival Awards Celebration Day

Frome’s very own climate film festival wraps up with their celebration day at Rook Lane Chapel. Come along to view the award-winning climate films, enjoy live music, eco-art displays and eco-storytelling, then the day finishes with the Awards Ceremony and the UK premiere of the film DreamScapes.

26th May: Party in the Park

The café in Victoria Park are putting on a fun afternoon including fancy dress competition, fun games, flag-making, opportunities to spend time in nature, live music and entertainment and more.

27th May: Toy Library Craft and Play

All ages are welcome to come along to the fairy-making craft activity – all crafts will be added to the Fairy Trail that will take place at the Children’s Festival in July this year. There will also be pre-school toys to play with , and play-sacks available to take home on loan.

27th – 28th May: Edge of the Wild

Imaginative story creations and outdoor making. A group on an adventure to an ancient site… an unexpected object… maps not adding up… lost… or being led… what, when, how? You decide!

28th and 29th May: Shared Earth SEN Sessions

Shared Earth Learning Cooperative are putting on holiday sessions across two days for SEN children at the beautiful site of Vallis Farm. There are limited spaces for each session so make sure to contact them to reserve your child’s space.

30th May: Toddler Takeover

We go however high the kids take us.; expect silliness, bubbles, dancing, chasing, spinning, sensory play and rocket rides. Fridays often turn into a bit of a party! We invite parents to be as involved as they like. Either sit and enjoy a coffee as your kids join us, or jump in and play too.

30th May: Arcade Fridays

We’re opening our doors for chilled evenings of big-screen cartoons, comic books, retro consoles and board games. Enjoy as a family together, or to drop off the kids and be within earshot sipping a fresh glass of chianti!

1st June: The Zoo that Comes to You

Come and meet this eclectic group of charming yet cheeky animals, as they discuss their life experiences and the challenges they face in a rapidly changing world. Featuring puppetry, live music and playful characters, Scarlet Oak Theatre welcomes you to join the conversation about animal conservation.

1st June: Frome Pride Market

In collaboration with The Frome Independent and Frome Pride Youth, this year’s Pride event will feature live performances and local traders.

1st June: Frome Pride Youth Afterparty

We are so excited to announce this special event, which will include music, soft drinks and a chance for Frome’s youth community, the YPN Pride crew and artists to come together to celebrate after our first ever Frome Pride Youth Market Day.