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Hoo-ha brings three days of free family fun to Bristol Beacon
Bristol Beacon is set to host the returning Hoo-Ha! Festival, with three days of free family fun programmed in the building’s vast foyer from August 17-19.
Music, dancing, storytelling and arts and crafts are among the array of activities planned for little ones and their families.
The event opens with a Relaxed Day aimed to suit neurodivergent visitors, anyone with access needs, or those who would prefer a gentler environment. On this day there will be reduced lighting, lower noise levels and a limited capacity of 150 people.
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Hoo-Ha! 2018 – photo: ShotAway
Main stage performers during the festival include Bristol favourite Kid Carpet, and a singalong special from TJ Band.
Disco Shed wll be back and raising their roof in their own inimitable style with Kids Bingo Bongo, while children can try out inclusive dance, drama and movement sessions with Flamingo Chicks.
Photo: Dominika Scheibinger
Workshops include Explorer Dome’s family-friendly planetarium show, Aardman plasticine modelling, innovative instruments with Conductive Music and recycled fashion with Let’s Make Art.
We The Curious are bringing Scribblebots! – a chance to make your own scribbling robot using simple circuits, while experiments from the Noisy Toys crew will be investigating the sounds hidden in everyday objects.
Photo: Dominika Scheibinger
Local illustrator Lucie Sheridan is back by popular demand with her ‘Rubbish Portrait’ booth, creating wonders in three minutes. Wapping Wharf-based indie booksellers Bookhaus will also be joining Hoo-Ha!, with a series of afternoon book readings.
And for those after a calmer environment, the Terrace Bar up on Level 3 of the Bristol Beacon promises activities including tranquil music making and children’s yoga.
Audience in the foyer at Bristol Beacon’s Hoo-Ha festival – photo: ShotAway
Hoo-Ha is at Bristol Beacon from August 17-19. For more information and the full lineup, visit www.bristolbeacon.org. Although free, tickets for both timed entry slots to the Relaxed Day are bookable in advance.
Main photo: Bristol Beacon
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