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Dinky Disco at the Lawrence Batley Theatre

Shekina Rose, Families Editor

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Dinky disco at the Lawrence Batley Theatre

23 November-16 December 2023

Always double check opening hours with the venue before making a special visit.

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Dinky Disco at the lawrence batley theatre
Dinky Disco at Lawrence Batley Theatre
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Here’s one for the dinkiest disco-ers! Get ready for a toe-tapping, hip-wiggling daytime dance party for little ravers and their adults at the Dinky Disco at the Lawrence Batley Theatre in Huddersfield, running once a month on various dates this autumn, with the next Dinky Disco happening very soon – Friday 23 November!

Enjoy a fantastic selection of songs (actual music though – no Baby Shark here (sorry…), as the Lawrence Batley Theatre’s wondrous resident DJ spins amazing tracks for babies, toddlers, children, and PARENTS! Yes, that’s right – those embarrassing Dad moves are officially welcome on this dance floor. Get your dancing shoes on. You know you want to…

The Dinky Disco at the Lawrence Batley Theatre is set to be a party packed with so much fun to keep everyone entertained! Enjoy all sorts of dance activities led by the fabulous Dinky Disco team, or simply get on down on the dance floor, with lights, glow sticks and other sensory toys to make the event even more club-like and exciting for those fun-loving youngsters and their exhausted chaperones.

This absolutely awesome dance event runs for approx 60 minutes and is recommended for THE littlest party-goers aged 0-5, and their grownups!

Upcoming Dinky Disco dates…

  • 23 November 2023
  • 24 November 2023
  • 16 December 2023 (Festive Fiesta)

Dancing, grooving, breaking a sweat AND having fun. What better way to spend your sleep-deprived Friday morning than by partying with your energetic, fun-loving and ever so wriggly tiny people?! Book your tickets today.

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