CarFest 2025 is turning up the fun for kids like never before! This year, KidsFest with Chery, the Official Car Partner of this incredible family zone, is bringing a whirlwind of music, giggles, games, stories and adventures made just for young festival-goers. It’s the ultimate place for kids to let loose, explore, play, and make memories that will have them talking about CarFest all year long.

First stop – the Chery Family Packing Challenge, where the whole gang can put their packing skills to the test in a hilarious race against the clock. Think you can cram everything you need for a family holiday in record time? Get ready for frantic fun, friendly competition and a shot at some epic prizes. And while you’re there, don’t forget to hop inside the brand-new Chery TIGGO 7 and TIGGO 8 to see what makes these cars perfect for family adventures and of course, grab a selfie with the adorable Chery Pandas roaming around the festival site.

For children who love stories and adventure, The Book Nook is a cosy corner where magical tales come to life. Across the weekend, some of the UK’s favourite children’s authors will whisk kids away to faraway lands and thrilling new worlds.

They can step into the charm of Jane Austen’s timeless characters, go quacking mad with Tom Tinn-Disbury’s Duck Delivers storytelling and craft session, and wander through Ben Miller’s enchanting Fairytale Woods. Budding writers can be inspired by Harriet Muncaster during BBC 500 Words: Magic and Moonlight, while Jim Beckett’s hilarious Buzz Sausage Wolf will have everyone in stitches. Rachel Bright’s The Lion Inside brings a heartwarming lesson in courage and kindness, Chris Smith invites little adventurers to uncover The New Famous Five: Five and the Forgotten Treasure, and David Walliams promises an Out of this World hour of belly laughs and storytelling. To top it all off, the creators of Plane Characters take young travellers on a high-flying adventure with Jet Stories, sparking imaginations sky-high.

Over at the Neilson Beach Clubs, it’s all about action and energy! From Pickleball and paddleboard challenges to animal yoga, spin bike races, face painting and glitter tattoos, there’s non-stop fun for sporty kids and those just looking to burn some festival energy. Throw in a few surprise prizes and a super-chilled hangout zone, and you’ve got a space that’s buzzing all day long.

That’s not all – KidsFest with Chery is packed with family fun, from Magic Light screenings of beloved Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler stories, to special meet-and-greets with children’s TV favourites Chris Jarvis, Naomi Wilkinson, and Gyasi Sheppy. Plus, Pudsey’s Power Up Party will have little ones dancing, laughing, and making memories all weekend long.

With so much to do, see, and discover, KidsFest with Chery is the ultimate festival within a festival – a wonderland where kids rule, imaginations run wild, and every moment is packed with joy. And the best bit? It’s all included in your CarFest ticket.

This summer, let the little ones lead the way as CarFest 2025 is ready to deliver three magical, fun-filled days they’ll never forget!

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