competition to see The Gruffalo Live on tour.12 Days Of ChristmasDecember 3-4, 10-11, 17-24For a very merry festive day out this Christmas, Nickelodeon Land in Blackpool is a veritable feast of seasonal activity. Children receive a special gift from Father

, dancing, Punch and Judy performances, barbequed food and a parade through the town centre. Pirate Play DaysJuly 21–September 2Young buccaneers can channel their inner Jack Sparrow at this afternoon of pirate-themed fun at Chatham Historic Dockyard where

.Go early in the morning, as early as you can, because then your family might find yourselves alone, in the Amazon rainforest, listening to the tree frogs’ dawn chorus. The heat seems to jump out like a big cushion being thrown at you, as the electric doors

 picks from the festival calendar, Lounge On The Farm. Set on picturesque Merton Farm in the rolling Kent countryside, this hip boutique event offers a varied line-up of music, comedy and children’s events with a focus on local food and environmental

Lazy Sunday With Levi RootsMay 29Spice it up with food and music with Reggae Reggae Sauce man Levi Roots in Brockwell Park, Brixton. Read our interview with Levi Roots.Maggie & RoseMay 30–June 3Join a recycled rock band, dance like a dinosaur

of Prestonpans, Port Seaton and Cockenzie join forces for a nautical extravaganza with large-scale art works, trails, crafty workshops and lots of fresher than fresh sea food.The Wonder Of The Sea June 4, 5 Hosted by the RSPB, this weekend explores the natural

trees in the gardens at Saltram House in Devon then enjoy fresh food and drink from the orchard.Slapstick FestivalJanuary 26–30Join in with Bristol's celebration of silent and visual comedy including screenings of laugh-inducing classic films and a

and wizards on stilts. Plus, mind-bending roaming magicians, including Kevin McMahon from the Edinburgh International Magic Festival. There will also be lots of spooky-themed food on offer, including eyeball pies - if you dare to try them!In the evening, from

include food and drink, bouncy castles and children’s fairground rides.Time Travellers Go RoyalJuly 21–September 2Little Princes can graduate to being king of the castle at Clifford’s Tower in York where they can adorn themselves in medieval finery

food. Children under 12 stay free if sharing parents’ room. B&B prices start from £69 a night.For more fun festivals to fill your summer days, check out our Festivals Listings 2011.