Free Chichester Family Art Trail
2026-11-26, 2026-11-27, 2026-11-28, 2026-11-29, 2026-11-30, 2026-12-01, 2026-12-02, 2026-12-03 and 18 more dates | Chichester
Free Chichester Family Art Trail |18 July – 1 September

Discover Chichester’s vibrant arts and cultural scene with this free Family Art Trail, designed to celebrate a landmark year for the city’s cultural organisations. Suitable for all ages, the trail takes families on a colourful journey through the city, visiting venues including Chichester Cathedral, Pallant House Gallery, Oxmarket Contemporary, Graffiti Street and Artisan Gallery.

Along the way, complete fun challenges, answer questions and uncover fascinating facts as you explore everything from contemporary street art to historic treasures and hidden creative gems. Discover independent creative businesses, including Peppy Beads, Whirligig, Between The Lines and Winter’s Moon, where families can find art materials, craft supplies and creative kits to continue the fun at home.

Pick up a free printed trail map from participating venues or download here.

Completed trails can be entered into a prize draw to win a Chichester Monopoly board game.

A great free activity for families throughout the summer holidays.

Board Games for Families at Chichester Library
2026-11-28 09:00 - 16:00 UTC | Chichester Library, Tower Street, Chichester, West Sussex, PO191QJ
Drop in to play board games with other families every 2nd and 4th Saturday of the month, 9.00am-4.00pm.
Please contact Chichester Library for more details.

Saturday Art and Craft at Pallant House Gallery
2026-12-19 10:00 - 12:00 | Pallant House Gallery, 9 North Pallant, Chichester, PO19 1TJ
Join us for creative workshops suitable for all the family.

Take part in a creative and relaxed workshop session inspired by art from our collections and exhibitions. Whether it is block printing or creating a collage, these activities are suitable for all ages and abilities and make a wonderful addition to a family day out!
Our Saturday art and craft workshops are most suited to children aged 5+ and drawing materials are available for younger children.
This drop-in family workshop is FREE for children and accompanying adults. Just click on the Buy Tickets button above to book your place.
If you would also like to visit our exhibitions and collections, any two adults accompanying children booked on to Saturday Art and Craft can enjoy half price admission (under 18s enter for free). Please ask our Welcome Desk for more details.
Upcoming dates:

30th May
It’s Chichester’s annual Roman Week! Come and take part in a creative activity that celebrates all things Roman!
25 July
29 August
21 November
19 December
Please note:
Booking recommended!

Story Magic at Chichester Library
2026-12-19 10:30 - 11:00 | Chichester Library, Tower Street, Chichester, West Sussex, PO191QJ
Drop into a multi-sensory storytime session specially for children and young people with additional needs, on the third Saturday of the month 10.45 - 11.15am.
Please contact Chichester Library for more details.
Find out more about attending a Story Magic session.

Listeners Lounge at Jam Cafe
2026-12-19 19:00 | JAM Cafe, 33 Southgate, Chichester, West Sussex, PO19 1DP
Join Jam Cafe every third Saturday of the month for their listeners lounge where they’ll have 3 talented artists performing.
Doors at 7pm
Tickets-
Adults – £3
Under 18s- Free
