EVENT
October Half Term: Mighty Mushrooms
Thackray Museum of Medicine | Leeds
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Event Details
Date
Sat 24 Oct – Sun 1 Nov '26
Event time
10:00 – 16:00
Location
Thackray Museum of MedicineType
Indoor
About this event
October Half Term: Mighty Mushrooms is part of the programme at the Thackray Museum of Medicine in Leeds. "It’s time to dig into the spore-tacular world of fungi!" Designed for children and their curious grown-ups, it is a packed programme of hands-on activities all included in your museum ticket.
What to expect:
- Saturday 24 October to Sunday 1 November, activities 10am to 4pm daily
- Thackray Boffins Show: Funky Fungi, daily at 11.30am and 1.30pm
- The Truffle Shuffle Trail around the museum and a Spore Stamping craft using real mushroom
- For under-5s: Baby Bellas’ Story Time daily at 10.30am and a Foraging Friends explorer bag
- Drop-in artist workshops on 26-27 October (Mushroom Masterpiece) and 28 October (Wild Woodland Art)
- Cost: Free with a museum ticket or Membership
More Details
Booking
Book in advance
Arrival
Anytime
Parent Must Stay
Yes, required
Pricing
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Last updated: 11 Oct 2026
Frequently asked questions about October Half Term: Mighty Mushrooms
How much does October Half Term: Mighty Mushrooms cost?
For ticket prices for October Half Term: Mighty Mushrooms, see the official event page or booking link.
When does October Half Term: Mighty Mushrooms take place?
October Half Term: Mighty Mushrooms runs from Saturday, 24 October 2026 to Sunday, 1 November 2026.
Where is October Half Term: Mighty Mushrooms held?
October Half Term: Mighty Mushrooms is held at Thackray Museum of Medicine in Leeds.
Is October Half Term: Mighty Mushrooms indoor or outdoor?
October Half Term: Mighty Mushrooms is held indoors, so it's a great option whatever the weather.
Do I need to book in advance for October Half Term: Mighty Mushrooms?
Yes, advance booking is required for October Half Term: Mighty Mushrooms.
