New Year 2026 Events in Milton Keynes & Bedford

LAND OF LIGHTS LANTERN FESTIVAL
Gulliver’s Park, Sat's & Sun's
January - February 2026
A bright outdoor lantern trail featuring colourful displays and gentle family-friendly atmosphere perfect for young children.

Gulliver’s Dinosaur & Farm Park, MK15 0DT
toddleabout.co.uk/company/gullivers-theme-park-resorts
Cost: Adult & Child (3-15) £23, Infant (0-2) Free.

TODDLE EXHIBITION TOUR
MK Gallery, 10AM
10th January 2026
Interactive art tour encouraging young children to explore exhibitions through playful sensory activities and movement.

MK Gallery, MK9 3QA
toddleabout.co.uk/company/mk-gallery
Cost: Family Ticket £7

BABY SONGS AND RHYMES
MK Central Library, Tuesdays 10AM
January - February 2026
Gentle singing session introducing babies to rhythm, rhyme, early language skills and bonding with participating carers. Tuesdays 13th Jan to 3rd Feb.

Central Library, 555 Silbury Blvd, MK9 3HL
toddleabout.co.uk/company/milton-keynes-libraries
Cost: Free

PUBLIC TREE PLANTING DAY
College Wood, 11AM-3PM
8th February 2026
Expect muddy boots, hot drinks, tools provided, and a chance to help wildlife thrive, while creating a woodland that will grow for years to come!

College Wood, Silsoe, Bedfordshire
toddleabout.co.uk/company/forest-of-marston-vale
Cost: Free

PUGGLE CLUB – EARLY YEARS CRAFTS
The Higgins Bedford, 10:30AM & 1PM
January - February 2026
Creative craft session off ering hands-on themed activities, gentle guidance and enjoyable exploration for early years children.

The Higgins Bedford, Castle Lane, MK40 3XD
toddleabout.co.uk/company/the-higgins-bedford
Cost: Free

LAMBING SEASON at THRIFT FARM
Thrift Farm, check online for times
14th - 22nd February 2026
Meet adorable newborn lambs, explore the barn, and enjoy fun farm adventures at Thrift Farm this half-term.

Buckingham Road, Whaddon, MK17 0EQ
toddleabout.co.uk/company/thrift-farm
Cost: Check website for details

AFTERNOON TEA WITH THE PRINCESSES
Forest of Marston Vale, 12PM & 3PM
16th February 2026
Don’t miss this exciting opportunity to join in for a special afternoon tea with none other than Sleeping Beauty and Princess Beauty!

The Forest Centre, Marston Moretaine, MK43 0PR
toddleabout.co.uk/company/forest-of-marston-vale
Cost: £15

LAMBING @ WATERGATE FARM
Watergate Farm, check online for times
March - April 2026
Hold newborn lambs, meet calves and pigs, enjoy pony-rides, tractor fun — the perfect spring farm adventure!

Hockliff e, Bedfordshire, LU7 9LN
toddleabout.co.uk/company/watergate-farm
Cost: £8-10