Looking for fun and exciting activities for the kids during the Summer Holidays? Halton is bursting with exciting activities for all ages this summer holiday.

Whether you’re soaking up the high-energy atmosphere at Creamfields Festival or enjoying hands-on family-friendly fun at Norton Priory and Catalyst Science Centre, there’s something for everyone in Halton this summer. Dive into discovery with scientific workshops like Operation Earth and Explore Your Universe, or get creative with arts and crafts sessions. For the music lovers you don’t want to miss The Stone Roses exhibition, celebrating one of the UK’s most iconic bands.

Here’s your guide to everything happening across Halton borough this August – get ready for a summer to remember!

Creamfields Festival Returns!

Get ready for one of the UK’s largest electronic music festivals – Creamfields 2025 is back in Halton from 21^st-24^th August and it’s bigger than ever! With a massive lineup featuring Swedish House Mafia, Pete Tong, Fatboy Slim, Interplanetary Criminal & much more, the iconic festival promises world-class performances across four action-packed days.

Whether you’re a local or travelling from afar, Creamfields is easily accessible from major cities like Manchester and Liverpool, with convenient transport links and shuttle services available. Don’t forget to plan and travel early to make the most of your festival weekend.

For more information visit Creamfields Website.

A Summer of WOW at Norton Priory and The Catalyst

Norton Priory Museum & Gardens and Catalyst Science Discovery Centre & Museum have joined forces to provide unlimited WOW moments this summer, with the WOW pass. Two Worlds of Wonder await with a massive range of activities and unlimited access until 30^th September. Find out more and get your WOW pass today!

Norton Priory Museum & Gardens

Every Monday & Tuesday | 11am-3pm – Summer Family Crafts

Tuesday 12^th | 2pm – Halton Libraries Storytelling in the Walled Garden

Tuesday 12^th | 7:30pm – Bat Walks

Thursday 14^th | 11am – Flowerpot Creations

Saturday 16^th | 11am – Animal Teach Takeover Day

Tuesday 19^th | 7:30pm – Bat Walks

Friday 22^nd | 1.45pm – Digging for Norton: Dig Tour 2025

Tuesday 26^th | 7:15pm – Bat Walks

Thursday 28^th | 11am, 1pm, 2pm – Brave Maeve Comic Art Workshops with Stuart Harrison

Friday 29^th | 10am, 11:30am, 1pm, 2:30pm – Family Discovery Dig

Friday 29^th | 1:45pm – Digging for Norton: Dig Tour 2025

Sunday 31^st | 10am – St Augustine’s Day with St Nicholas Singers

Book your Norton Priory days out here

 The Catalyst Science and Discovery Centre

Saturday 2^nd – Friday 15^th | Operation Earth

Until Friday 15^th | The Stone Roses Photo Exhibition

Saturday 9^th – Friday 22^nd | Sun Protection Scientists

Saturday 16^th – Sunday 31^st | Bubble Trouble

Sunday 17^th | Sun Protection Scientists with BSL Interpreter

Saturday 23^rd – Sunday 31^st | Explore Your Universe

Find out more and book your workshop today

 Don’t miss events this Summer!

Society LTD Taprooms

31^st August | Vinyl Night at Society returns with an open decks party, featuring emerging DJs spinning old skool beats, Hip-Hop, 80s & 90s bangers and indie anthems throughout the evening. 

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Halton Haven Hospice

Sunday 16^th August | 3pm-6pm – Tea at Three is back for the Hospice’s annual Butterfly Release to remember those who are no longer with us and celebrate new beginnings. There will be local pop-up stalls, music, and a BBQ. Butterflies can be sponsored for £15 each, click here to find out more.

Space Runcorn

Wednesday 13^th | 7pm – Shamanic Drumming Circle with Rob Watson

Saturday 16^th | 10am – 2pm – Tarot with Ripley

Monday 18^th | 7pm – Crystal Bowl Sound Bath with Shell McKee Wellness

Tuesday 19^th | 6:30pm – Sister Circle with Kimberley Victoria

Wednesday 20th | 7pm – Indian Block Painting Workshop with Flower Garden

Friday 22^nd | 7pm – SPACE Craft Club

Tuesday 26^th | 7pm – Book Club

Thursday 28^th | 7pm – Paint ‘n’ Sip at Society

Tuesday – Friday | 9am-1pm – Little Hippy Summer Camp

Every Tuesday | 10am – Depresso Club

Every Thursday | 5pm – Depresso Club

Every Sunday | 10am – Space Walks with Active Halton, 6pm – Gentle Flow Adult Yoga

Find out more about Space Cafe & book your events here

Widnes Market

Every Wednesday | Flea Market

Every Thursday | Thursday Outdoor Market

Saturday 9^th | Market Fest 2025

Sunday 17^th | 10am-2pm – Car Boot Sale at DCBL Stadium

Find out more about the market 

Match Days across the borough

Widnes Vikings Rugby Fixtures

Sunday 10^th | Widnes Vikings vs Batley Bulldogs

Sunday 31^st | Widnes Vikings vs Hunslet RLFC

Get your tickets today

Runcorn Linnets FC Fixtures

Tuesday 12^th | Linnets vs Vauxhall Motors

Saturday 23^rd | Linnets vs Trafford

Saturday 30^th | Linnets vs Kidsgrove Athletic

Find out more

Summer Stories with Halton Libraries

Widnes Library

*Mondays and Thursdays until 25^th | 11am – Story Garden

Tuesday 5^th | 11am – Musical Storytellers with Rachel R

Saturday 16^th | Science Club

Thursday 28^th & Friday 29^th | Summer Reading Challenge

Halton Lea Library

*Tuesdays and Fridays until 26^th | 11am – Story Garden

Tuesday 5^th | 1:30pm – Musical Storytellers with Rachel R

Friday 15^th & Monday 18^th | 2pm – Short Story Session with Read Now Write Now

Runcorn Library

Monday 11^th and Monday 25^th | 11am – Story Garden

Thursday 28^th & Friday 29^th | Summer Reading Challenge

Ditton Library

Every Tuesday and Friday until the 26^th | 3pm – Story Garden

(*) Check website for certain dates and availability

 Hazlehurst Studios

Wednesday 13^th August | 6pm – 7:30pm – Hazlehurst Book Club

Municipal Building

Tuesday 19^th August | From 10:30am – Meet the Chamber

What is Halton?

Halton is one of the six boroughs in the Liverpool City Region, the borough is made up of Runcorn, Widnes, Hale, Moore, Preston Brook and Daresbury.

How to find Halton?

Getting to Halton is easier than ever, whether you’re travelling from Liverpool City Centre, Liverpool John Lennon Airport, UK cities or via the West Coast Main Line. If travelling by car, free parking and EV charging points are available across the borough. For those looking to walk or cycle, the TransPennine Trail from Liverpool City Centre to Widnes passes through some of the city’s most famous landmarks and provides great views. Runcorn Station has direct services from London, Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool, Chester and Widnes Station, a Grade II listed building with links to Warrington, Norwich, and Paul Simon’s famous song “Homeward Bound”.

Find out more things to do in Halton by visiting our latest edition of our Taste of Halton for all your summer food treats alongside Re:Wild your guide to all things nature and outdoors in the area.