Hull families are invited to explore some of the fun and free events on offer for Baby Week 2026.
Baby Week is a celebration of early childhood packed with free events, activities and support for expectant parents, carers, and young children.
Taking place from 14 to 20 November, Baby Week aims to highlight the importance of the early years. It also provides opportunities for families to chat, play, and read together, while connecting with local services and support.
The week begins with a special Baby Week event at Hull Central Library on Saturday 14 November. It will include free refreshments, singing, story time and finger puppet making for families with babies and toddlers. It takes place from 10.30am to 12.30pm.
Families are also welcome to join any of the other events being held at Hull’s Best Start Family Hubs throughout the week:
- 17 November – Parks Best Start Family Hub, Courtway Road, 10am to 11.30am
- 18 November – Fenchurch Best Start Family Hub, Fenchurch Street, 1.30pm to 2.30pm
- 20 November – Acorns Best Start Family Hub, Nestor Grove, 10am to 11.30am
Each session includes story time and activities designed to encourage learning, communication and family interaction.
The theme for this year’s Baby Week is “Chat, Play, Read With Me: Together We Build the Best Start”. It highlights the important role parents, carers and families play in supporting children’s development through everyday interactions.
Councillor Linda Tock, Cabinet Portfolio Holder for Children’s Services at Hull City Council, said: “I hope parents and carers will take advantage of the free events we have on offer this Baby Week, which will not only help with their child’s development, but will help to strengthen the bond between parent and child as well.”
Residents are encouraged to explore the full programme and discover Baby Week events taking place across the city by visiting www.babyweek.co.uk/Hull.