Family-friendly things to do in Surrey (w/c 25 August 2025)

At Fun & Play, we love helping families find the best local activities and events. If you’re searching for family-friendly things to do in Surrey this week commencing 25 August 2025, here’s our hand-picked round-up of events perfect for families with children of all ages. From action-packed theatre shows and outdoor family raves to peaceful scavenger hunts, there’s something for everyone!

Family-Friendly Theatre and Musicals 🎭

The Dinosaur That Pooped – A Rock Show!

27-31 August – 10:30am & 1:00pm
Ages 3+
📍 Rose Theatre, Kingston
A hilariously cheeky rock musical based on the bestselling books.

Outdoor Festivals and Special Days Out 🎉

Epsom Family Raceday

25 August – Gates open 11:30am
All ages
📍 Epsom Downs Racecourse
Bank Holiday racing with funfair rides and family activities.

Sandown Park Racecourse Family Festival

29 August – Gates open 12:00pm
All ages
📍 Sandown Park Racecourse
Seven live horse races plus games, entertainment and more.

Raver Tots Outdoor Festival Richmond 2025

31 August – 1:00pm to 6:00pm
All ages
📍 Old Deer Park, Richmond
Family rave with live DJs, fairground rides and activities.

American Day at Brooklands Museum

31 August – 10:00am to 5:00pm
All ages
📍 Brooklands Museum
Classic American cars, music, food and family fun.

Outdoor Trails and Stay & Play Sessions 🌿

Peter Rabbit and Friends at Hampton Court Palace

Until 7 September
All ages
📍 Hampton Court Palace
Follow Peter Rabbit around the palace gardens.

Moomins at Claremont Landscape Gardens

Until 31 August
All ages
📍 Claremont Landscape Garden
Story-themed trail included with admission.

Summer of Play at Frensham

Weekends until 7 September
All ages
📍 Frensham Little Pond
Outdoor games and activities by the pond.

Downside & Hatchford Sports Day

25 August
All ages
📍 Downside Common, Cobham
Traditional family games and races. Free event!

Walton Family River Walk and Scavenger Hunt

28 August – 10:00am to 1:00pm
All ages
📍 Elmbridge Xcel Leisure Complex
Free outdoor family event organised by Shout! Stay and Play.

🎨 Creative Arts and Craft Sessions

🎨 Crafty Kids – Summer Holiday

Wednesdays until 27 August – 10:30am–12:30pm
Ages 3–7
📍 Farnham Maltings
Drop-in craft session for little ones.

🐾 Animal Care and Science Fun

My Pet Pals at Pets at Home

Daily until 31 August – 2:00pm
Ages 4+
📍 Pets at Home, Walton
Free workshops teaching kids how to care for small animals.

Summer Science Show at Brooklands Museum

Until 30 August
Ages 4+
📍 Brooklands Museum
30-minute family science shows.

Inclusive Clubs and SEND-Friendly Sessions 🌈

Henley Fort Outdoor SEND Stay & Play

28 August
Ages 5+
📍 Henley Fort, Guildford
Nature-based SEND play sessions.

Shepperton Splash – Sensory Swimming

Mondays until 8 September
Ages 6+
📍 Shepperton Splash
Outdoor sensory swimming for children with additional needs.

Piccolo Family Club – Forest School Summer Camp

Tues-Thurs until 28 August – 9:00am to 12:30pm
Ages 4+
📍 Piccolo Family Club, Weybridge
Forest school activities in a friendly setting.

Firefly London – Accessible Summer Club

Weekdays until 31 August
Ages 4–14
📍 Firefly London
Specialist SEND holiday club with therapy options.

Long Ditton Shout! Stay and Play

26 August – 10:00am to 1:00pm
Ages 0–5
📍 Long Ditton Recreation Ground
Free indoor play session.

FAQs – Things to do in Surrey this week commencing 25 August 2025❓

If you attend any of these family-friendly things to do in Surrey this week, we’d love to hear about it! Tag us on Instagram or send us a message.

Happy exploring from all of us at Fun & Play! 🌞