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Safari in the City

Get ready to go wild as Safari in the City arrives at Midsummer Place in partnership with Woburn Safari Park.

Safari in The city

Discover a Wild Adventure This Summer at Midsummer Place

Safari in the City Trail

From Saturday 18 July to Monday 31 August 2026, families can enjoy a free interactive trail throughout the centre, discovering incredible animals, collecting embossings and learning fascinating wildlife facts provided by our partners at Woburn Safari Park along the way.

Perfect for little explorers and animal lovers of all ages, this summer-long adventure brings the excitement of the safari to the heart of Milton Keynes. Complete the trail for the chance to unlock an exciting reward, with some wild prizes up for grabs.

More information is coming soon, so stay tuned for updates.

Discover a Summer Packed with Adventure

We're also putting together an exciting summer holiday events calendar, packed with family-friendly activities, interactive experiences and plenty more exciting announcements still to come.

Safari Live – Saturday 1 August

Join us for a special day of safari-themed fun with our Safari Live event on Saturday 1 August.

Expect a packed programme of family entertainment, including:

  • Roaming animal puppets
  • Interactive workshops with Woburn Safari Park
  • Free face painting from 12pm to 3pm

It's the perfect opportunity to get even closer to the safari experience.

Woburn Safari Park Workshops

Get hands-on with through a series of exciting workshops hosted by the Woburn Safari Park team. Learn fascinating animal facts, discover more about conservation and enjoy interactive activities for all ages.

Current workshop dates (subject to change):

  • Thursday 30 July
  • Saturday 1 August

More information, including timings, will be announced soon.

Monkey Madness with Horizon Radio

Join Horizon Radio for a high-energy series of interactive family sessions featuring games, music, challenges and plenty of monkey-themed mayhem. Expect lively entertainment designed to keep little adventurers engaged throughout the summer holidays.

  • Thursday 23 July
  • Thursday 6 August
  • Thursday 13 August
  • Thursday 20 August
  • Thursday 27 August
RagDollyAnnas

Get ready to sing, dance and play along with RagDollyAnnas. These fun-filled dance parties are perfect for younger children, featuring music, movement, interactive games and plenty of opportunities to join in.

  • Friday 24 July, 12pm – 3pm
  • Friday 31 July, 12pm – 3pm
  • Friday 21 August, 12pm – 3pm
  • Friday 28 August, 12pm – 3pm
Creative Workshops (details coming soon)

Get ready to unleash your creativity with a series of hands-on, safari-themed workshops designed for little makers and animal lovers alike. From crafting your favourite safari animals to creating wild keepsakes to take home, these interactive sessions are the perfect way to get creative this summer.

More details, dates and activities will be announced soon.