Can you believe that we are just a short time away from schools breaking up and the advent of the great British summer holiday?
If that realisation has suddenly sent a bit of panic through you, don't worry - you aren't the only one wondering how on earth the summer has come around quite so quickly.
Thankfully, the city is pulling out all the stops this season already, and no doubt more to be announced in the run-up.
Before then, though, we have rounded up some of the most exciting, engaging, and budget-friendly activities happening across the city to keep children of all ages entertained through August.
Here are 15 brilliant school holiday activities in Leeds - how many are you planning to tick off your list this summer?
13. White Rose Kids' Carnival (July 24 - September 6)
Roll up for an outdoor summer funfair featuring family-friendly rides, giant trampolines, specialized adventure attractions, and free kid-friendly creative workshops running throughout August. 🎡 White Rose Shopping Centre, Dewsbury Rd, Leeds LS11 8LU | Provided
14. Loud Gallery Tour (August 6, 13 & 20)
Explore fine art completely free from the usual gallery shushing on an energetic, interactive tour designed specifically to encourage kids to make noise, ask questions, and run around. 🎨 Leeds Art Gallery, The Headrow, Leeds LS1 3AA | Mel Hulme
.png?trim=0,35,0,35&crop=&width=630)
15. Discover Hocus Crocus (July 18 - September 1)
Mix up magical plant potions, borrow a "Fairy Finders Explorer Bag" for the under-5s, and take part in interactive daily storytelling inside a playful science and medicine exhibition. 🧪 Thackray Museum of Medicine, Beckett Street. | Canva