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It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas! That’s right, it’s time to get your gifting hat on and start planning presents for those nearest and dearest to you. Costumes make a great present for kids, as they are something that can be used year-round. There’s a huge amount of joy for both the giver and receiver when a child loves their costume so much that they don’t want to take it off. We’ve curated a list of some great kids’ present options to help you get your present shopping sorted.

Halloween is about fun and facing your fears in a controlled environment. It’s a great opportunity to bond with family or friends and share an adrenaline rush when you overcome being frightened. Dressing up as something scary is a good way of debunking those fears and enjoying Halloween. Villains are a great option for being someone scary for a short time.

It’s time to go back to Winter River! That’s right, Beetlejuice is back and sure to cause some mayhem. Hitting cinemas on September 5th, it’s the perfect movie to get you into the Halloween spirit. We take a little look back at the original film and what we’re expecting from its sequel.

This year marks the 85th anniversary of the beloved family film, The Wizard of Oz. It will also see the release of Wicked, the movie release of the hit Broadway musical. Join us as we take a peek behind the curtain into the wonderful world of Oz!

Pop culture conventions, like Supanova, Oz Comic-Con, Metro Comic Con, PAX, Popcon, and Animaga are the perfect chance to get your geek on and celebrate your favourite fandoms. Check out our blog for inspiration on dressing up to make your convention experience a memorable one!

When Deadpool hit cinemas in 2016 it was a real treat for fans of the comic books and a swift kick to the funny bone for the uninitiated. Here was a superhero movie that was irreverent, action-packed, and outrageously funny. It showed that superhero movies were not just for kids. Deadpool is returning to the big screen this month, with the release of Deadpool and Wolverine hitting cinemas on July 25th, and we take a peek at what’s in store.

The minions jumped onto our screens back in 2010 in the original Despicable Me movie. These adorable yellow creatures with their blue overalls and desperate need to serve their master crept into our hearts and continue to dig their way further in with each movie released. With Despicable Me 4 coming this month, we explore what we love about the Minions and Despicable Me.

With Star Wars Day 2024 just around the corner, Star Wars Events are popping up all over the place. Do a little digging and you’re bound to find events in your area. Whether you’re headed out to join the fun or planning a quiet Star Wars Day at home with activities like origami & paper crafts, crochet, baking, or Lego, we’re here to help you look the part while celebrating!

Can you hear the patter of rabbit feet? That’s right, it’s almost Easter! The supermarket shelves are full of Easter Eggs and Hot Cross Buns, although let’s face it, they’ve been out since Boxing Day… With Easter now less than a month away we’re looking at the Easter traditions and some fun ways you and your family can celebrate.