Hull and East Riding Mumbler

The next big musical heading to Hull is Annie!

The smash-hit West End production of Annie returns to Hull starring Claire Sweeney as the tyrannical Miss Hannigan. Catch it from 8th to 13th September at Hull Theatres Hull New Theatre.

Find details and booking link on Mumbler here - https://hullandeastriding.mumbler.co.uk/event/hull-new-theatre-annie/

Freedom Festival Hull starts today!! This year it runs from Thursday 3rd to Sunday 6th September with four days of circus, street theatre, dance, music, installations and creative experiences for all ages.

This year’s theme is Peace, with more than 130 events and experiences from 32 companies representing nine countries. Many outdoor performances are free or free to book, making it a great chance to enjoy something different with the family.

Look out for playful family shows including Rhinos, Baby Brain, Lilliput and Kismat Walla, alongside acrobatics, bold outdoor performances and plenty to discover across the city centre.

There is a Freedom Festival Family Guide, with suggested schedules for visitors with a baby or children under five, find it on their website homepage here.

Visiting in previous years with children I find it a big help to plan a rough route beforehand so we can see all things we really fancy, but then stumbling across some surprise acts is also great fun. Enjoy!

FREEDOM FESTIVAL 2026 | Freedom Festival Arts Trust The countdown is on for the return of Freedom Festival in 2026 and this year, it arrives with a powerful and timely theme: Peace. Known for transforming the city with bold performances, striking installations, and thought-provoking art, the festival is once again set to bring people together in cele...

I'm really excited about our next Mumbler event!! If you are pregnant or have a new baby, save the date 💜
The Hull & East Riding Mumbler Baby Show - Sunday 18th October 10am-1pm at Mercure Hull Grange Park Hotel in Willerby. It's free to attend and you don't need a ticket, just drop in.

There will be stands, demo's, talks and healthcare professionals on hand for a chat too. There is a great line up of things to try both for expecting parents and for those with babies, I will publish full details of what you can do and the timetable for the event nearer the time.
For now - pop the date in your calendar!

If you are considering Tranby, private school in Anlaby, they have a whole school open day coming up in September.
26th September, 10am-1pm, all welcome.
Free to attend but please book a place. Find full details on Mumbler here -
https://hullandeastriding.mumbler.co.uk/event/tranby-open-day/

Last chance to see this fab, free family exhibition at Ferens Art Gallery !!

The Wonders of Moominvalley is a really charming, interactive space for all ages, we've popped in a few times when we've been passing over the summer (mostly to see if our Moomin character has changed!). It closes on 6th September so there's just a few days left to enjoy and explore it.

Do you have a little one starting school in September? There's a New Starters Party at Little Monkeys Hull !
For any children starting at any school. Sunday 6th September, 4-6pm. Meet new friends and play.
Please book in advance, find full details of this and all upcoming events at the soft play centre here - https://hullandeastriding.mumbler.co.uk/little-monkeys-active-plus-whats-on/

Calling local families! Freedom Festival Hull returns this September, from 3rd to 6th, in Hull city centre. Alongside lots of free performances, installations an events, there are 3 ticketed shows ideal for families, you can get your tickets now -

💜10,000 Hours is a thrilling, family-friendly acrobatic show from world-renowned company Gravity & Other Myths. Expect jaw-dropping stunts, incredible strength and plenty of fun as eight acrobats celebrate the practice, persistence and teamwork behind extraordinary skill. Catch it at Hull Truck Theatre from 3rd September. Tickets are £21.50, with concessions from £16.50.

💜A.I.Thentic is a bold outdoor aerial spectacle from Gorilla Circus, taking over Tower Street Car Park from 5th September. Combining circus, movement and big visual moments, it asks what it means to be human in a world shaped by technology. Tickets are just £1, helping to make the experience accessible to more people. See it on 4th and 5th September at 19:45, Tower Street.

💜Baby Brain is a mind blowing new show for babies and parents premiering at Freedom Festival at the Fruit Market Pop Up Space on Pier Street. Imagine you were responsible for building somebody else’s brain. Without plans. Without experience. Oh, and your brain has just completely rewired. Welcome to motherhood. Recommended for babies 0-12 months and their adult. Tickets are £5 (admits one baby and one adult, extra adults £3).

Find more info and booking links for these shows on Mumbler here -
https://hullandeastriding.mumbler.co.uk/freedom-festival-2026/

The Family Guide, including suggested festival schedules for visitors with a baby or children under five, is also on there.

We are heading towards the end of the very long school holidays with just over a week to go for most of us, but there is still time for a last day out.
Find a handy list of summer days out ideas on Mumbler here -
https://hullandeastriding.mumbler.co.uk/school-holidays/summer-school-holiday-activities/

Where are you still planning to go?

A new term of baby and tots swimming with Water Babies East Yorkshire starts in September, suitable for birth or 3 months. They swim in Hull at -
💦Everlast Gym, Mount Pleasant
💦 Nuffield Health, Hull marina
💦Winifred Holtby, Bransholme
Ans also at Stamford Bridge and Bridlington.

Open to book now. Find full details on Mumbler here - https://hullandeastriding.mumbler.co.uk/water-babies-baby-swimming/