Free summer fun!

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Things to do: summer special!

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There are 100s of free holiday activities to keep children and young people in Islington active and entertained this summer! We've chosen our top picks below that you don't want to miss.

See what's available for children aged 0-12 here, or check out Summerversity activities for teenagers and Launchpad courses for young adults here.

Have fun and share your pictures with us on social @IslingtonLife


first aid for heroes

First aid for heroes

Various dates, Mary's Youth Club, 13+
Become a real life superhero. Learn first aid, how to keep cool in an emergency and take the right action at the right time.

Book here


Basketball and boxing

Basketball and boxing

Various dates, Mildmay Community Centre, 13+
Get the self-discipline, stamina, fitness and skill from boxing and the team work, tactics and communication in basketball.

Book here


movers and shakers

Be a mover and shaker

Various dates, Platform Youth Hub, 15+
Learn new skills, create your own work and meet new people on this exciting and inspiring dance course.

Book here


Pasta

Independent living cookery

Various dates, Lift Youth Hub, 16+
Teaching you basic skills, and how to save time and money in the kitchen. You’ll learn to make stews, kebabs, pasta, tortillas, soup and muffins. Yum!

Book here


Lunch Bunch

Fun for all ages

Go Islington Festival

Saturday 27 July, Highbury Fields
A free event offering sports and activities, an inflatable, marquees for young people and families, health checks, information stalls, and a prize draw. Details here!


The Good Old Days: music hall in Islington

Various dates, Islington Museum
Join Islington Museum this summer for a host of events celebrating the good old days of music hall in Islington. Find out more


Libraries

Summer Reading Challenge 2019 – Space Chase

Throughout the summer
Read six books during the summer holidays for special rewards each time you finish a book and a certificate if you complete the challenge. Find out more here.


Free fun events

Various dates, at a library near you!
From alien mask making to animal shows, there's loads happening this summer in libraries. Children taking part in activities at Cat and Mouse and Central Library can also enjoy a free healthy lunch. More information here.


Heatwave 2019