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It doesn't feel like long at all since the last school holiday, does it? There's no need to worry about planning your week though...

NGF25 has so much on offer for families and kids, whether you're looking to experience an interactive show as a family, or go head to head on your favourite console (from this generation or last!), or even explore what a career in the Games industry would look like - who knows, maybe someone could be inspired to pursue one!

Let's dive into all the family-friendly fun at NGF25... Free gameplay, creative workshops, physical activities, film screenings and so much more!

Bookable events

Entrance to the main festival is FREE but some special events are priced individually, most follow a "Pay what you can" structure.

Many events (free and paid) are bookable and have limited capacity, so early booking is advised to avoid disappointment. Tickets can be booked directly from each event’s page.

These amazing interactive shows at NGF25 are from Bristol-based indie developer Alistair Aitcheson - perfect for May half-term fun!

Free & drop-in

Enter 'The Arena' at The Forum for plenty of free, interactive gaming fun - and it's not just all video games and retro consoles - NGF has board and tabletop gaming, physical games and sports, and shows & workshops too, for all ages and levels of experience.

The whole family can enjoy the GIANT physical games based on beloved arcade and video game classics in the Actual Reality Arcade - Tue 26-Sat 31 May Outside The Forum.

We are honouring everyone's favourite Italian plumber's 40th birthday with a street party and Mario Kart Tournament and Time Trial Challenge, with prizes!

Our friends at the Reprezent Project, Walk and Talk EA and Norwich Theatre Royal will be joining us to put on a fun day of activities, alongside the tournament, so there will be something for everyone.