Holiday activity hub

During school holidays children and young people, aged from reception to 16 years old who are eligible for targeted benefits-related free school meals, can access free activities and a meal.

What's on offer this Summer?

The Summer Holiday Activities and Food (HAF) programme for children and young people from reception age to 16 who receive benefits-related free school meals, starts on Monday 22nd July 2026.

There’s a great range of free activities on offer across the city including trips out, Lego building, rock climbing, cooking, racket sports, sewing, painting, cycling, gymnastics, football and gardening, and much more.  

Use the link below to search for and book an activity near you. Find out more about how to make a booking (eequ.org).

Find a HAF activity and book a place (eequ.org)

When you have chosen an activity, you will need to contact that organisation to book a place. If your child has any additional needs or dietary requirements then please tell them.

Activity days

There will also be three HAF Family Activity Days during the summer with giant inflatables, a mini train, mini golf, dancing, singing, food, go karts.

• Wednesday 5th August at Princes Park at 1pm-3pm
• Wednesday 12th August at Rice Lane City Farm at 1pm-3pm
• Wednesday 19th August at Garston Park at 1pm-3pm

Annual Report

Liverpool City Council works with Mersey Play Action Council local schools, voluntary and community organisations, and childcare providers to offer this programme.

• Holiday Activities and Food Programme Annual Report April 2024-March 2025

  Download this document: Holiday Activities and Food Programme Annual Report April 2024-March 2025 (PDF: 2.3 MB)