Summer Reading Challenge – Free
Children in Cardiff aged 4 to 12 can visit their local library to take part in the 2025 Summer Reading Challenge.
https://cardiffhubs.co.uk/summer-reading-challenge/
Hub Events – Free
Activities for all ages.
https://cardiffhubs.co.uk/events
2025 Children’s Summer Arts Learning Festival Workshops – Llanover Hall Arts Centre – Fees apply
From 6th August – 15th August, children can take part in activities such as acting and directing and cooking and pottery.
For further details visit: adultlearningquery@cardiff.gov.uk / To enrol call: 02920 872030
Swimming / Various Pools Mon-Fri 1-4pm – Free
Under 16s swim for free. Book in advance.
www.better.org.uk/leisure-centre/cardiff
Cardiff Youth Service –Various activities & sports for 11-25 year olds -Free & Low Cost
From Cooking and Gardening Clubs to Book Club and Football Sessions. A range of activities and sports are available.
www.cardiffyouthservices.wales/index.php/en/events
Walks, Parks and Trails – Free & Low Cost
Explore your local parks and trails and make the most of outdoors during the holidays.
Splashpad – Victoria Park -Free
Open in good weather and also with sessions for children with additional needs.
www.outdoorcardiff.com/parks/victoria-park/
Children’s Play -Various activities for 5-14 year olds – Free
Group games, sports and arts and crafts.
Playday – 6th August 1-4pm Eastern Leisure Centre Fields – Free
Messy, creative, and active play experiences.
https://cardiffchildrensplayservices.co.uk/national-play-day/
Cardiff Castle – Free
If you live in Cardiff, you can get a Castle Key and visit for free.
www.cardiffcastle.com/castle-key/
St Fagans National Museum of History – Free and Low Cost
Explore the site and enjoy the activities on throughout the summer.
https://museum.wales/stfagans/whatson/
Cardiff Bay Barrage – Free
Perfect for a stroll or bike ride and accessible for everyone. A variety of leisure activities also take place along the barrage.
