Scott McVicar and Grant Halliday find 20 ways to keep the children occupied this October week...

HARRY AND HIS BUCKET OF DINOSAURS

Based on the bestselling children's book and TV show, Harry & His Bucket Full of Dinosaurs is a fun adventure for 3-7-year-olds.

Tomorrow, The Pavilion, Renfield Street, 1pm & 3.30pm, £9, tel: 0141 332 1846, web: www.paviliontheatre.co.uk

SNO!CAMPS

SNO!zone are running October ski camps at XScape Braehead. All ages and abilities are welcome for a week of high-octane fun and skills development with experienced coaches.

Until October 17, half-day camps, Xscape Braehead, from £115, tel: 0141 885 7085 email: skiandboardcampsbh@snozoneuk.com By bus: 47, 54A, 55, 747.

KIDS GO FREE

Historic Scotland is repeating its popular Kids Go Free offer allowing children free entry to most Historic Scotland paid-for attractions. With over 70 across Scotland, the only challenge is fitting them all in.

Until October 31, various locations, free, web: www.historic-scotland.gov.uk, tel: 0131 668 8885

AMF BOWLING

With 23 fully-computerised lanes as well as a lounge and bar area, why not find out why Homer Simpson loves bowling so much?

All week, 12pm-late, The Quay, Springfield Quay, from £7.50, tel: 0844 826 3015 email: ukglasgowcentre@amfbowling.co.uk By bus: 9, 38, 54, 54A, 55, 56.

THE HAMPDEN EXPERIENCE

Visit the Scotland dressing room and experience the famous Hampden roar as you go down the tunnel to the hallowed pitch - a must for football fanatics.

Until October 18, 10am-5pm, October 19, 11am-5pm, Hampden Park, from £3, tel: 0141 616 6139.

By train: Glasgow Central.

MUSEUM OF TRANSPORT

The Kelvin Hall houses one of the most popular museums of transport in the country, attracting around 500,000 visitors a year. Founded in 1964, it houses many exhibits of national and international importance.

Until October 16 & October 18, 10am-5pm, October 17 & 19, 11am-5pm, Kelvin Hall, 1 Bunhouse Road, free, tel: 0141 287 2720.

By bus: 9.

KIDS' ENTERTAINMENT AT BRAEHEAD ARENA

Enjoy entertainment including clowns, juggling, balloon modelling, face painting and magic shows. Includes Magician Dizzy and Face Painting.

October 17-18, noon-4pm, , Braehead Shopping Centre, free, tel: 0141 885 1441.

By bus: 47, 54A, 55, 747.

KIDS GOT TALENT

Join Clyde 1 at M&D's theme park all week for performances from Any Dream Will Do star Keith Jack, as well as a talent show for kids showcasing skills in singing, dancing and stand-up comedy. Regular Clyde 1 DJ Gina McKie (above) will be taking to the stage with the best talent each day.

Until October 17, 1pm-4pm, M & D's, Strathclyde Country Park, from £10, tel: 01698 333 7777.

By train: Motherwell.

MASK MAKING

By combining crafts with culture, this week-long event provides something for everyone. Keep children entertained making their own pirate or sea monster mask in the drop-in workshops. Alternatively, a puppet show will also take place each morning.

Until October 17, 1pm-3pm, The Tall Ship at Glasgow Harbour, Stobcross Road, from £2.50, tel: 0141 222 2513, email: glenee.co.uk By train: Glasgow Central.

HALLOWE'EN CRAFTS WORKSHOPS

Keep the kids busy with some fantastic Hallowe'en craft activities, including batty finger puppets, spider pops, witches hats, pumpkin masks, glue glitter ghosts and Hallowe'en greetings cards.

Until October 16, 12pm-4pm, Braehead Shopping Centre, Kings Inch Rd, free, tel: 0141 885 1441.

By bus: 47, 54A, 55, 747.

WHAT THE DICKENS?

Pollok Country Park provides an idyllic setting for a Victorian-themed day, featuring shoe polishing, table setting, fire setting, newspaper ironing and carpet beating. Parents can watch the kids being rewarded with a bowl of gruel and some dry bread.

October 15 & 16, 10.30am-3pm, Pollok House, Pollok Country Park, £15, tel: 0141 616 6410.

SILVERBURN OCTOBER FUN WEEK

Silverburn Shopping Centre is providing a vast range of activities this week featuring everything from bungee trampolining to face painting. dancing, cheerleading and gymnastics classes, while Nintendo Wii demonstrations and sushi lessons courtesy of Yo! Sushi ensure that everyone is catered for.

Until October 19, times vary, Silverburn Shopping Centre, Pollok, free, tel: 0141 880 3200, email: enquiries@silverburn.com By Bus: X8, 56.

JAY'S ANIMAL ENCOUNTERS

Glasgow Science Centre are bringing the zoo to you as Jay's Animal Encounters visit. Get up close with bearded dragons, pygmy hedgehogs and Peanut the skunk.

Until 0ctober 15, times vary, Glasgow Science Centre, Pacific Quay, free but ticketed, tel: 0871 540 1000.

By bus: 89, 90.

SOCCER CIRCUS

The whole family can take part in a series of fun football challenges culminating in a fun final game, kicking footballs in a fully automated, fully themed football shooting range.

All week, 12.15pm-8pm, Xscape Braehead, from £10, tel: 0141 885 1222, web: www.soccercircus.com By bus: 47, 54A, 55, 747.

VIKINGAR

The main attraction, the Viking Experience, features interactive exhibits and storytellers telling Viking tales and myths. Also includes a 20-minute film about Vikings, plus swimming pool.

All week, 10.30am-3.30pm, Largs, Ayrshire, from £2.50, tel: 01475 689777.

By bus: 17, 901, Braehead Express.

ZEST HOLIDAY PROGRAMME

GoMA's varied exhibitions form a backdrop for this week's art workshops. A wide range of art-related activities will be taking place, certain classes may need to be booked in advance.

Until October 17, times vary, Gallery of Modern Art, Royal Exchange Square, free, tel: 0141 287 3059, email: GOMABookings@csglasgow.org

MUSIC AND LIGHT BEAMS

The Optimusic system turns light into sound to comic or melodic effect. This one-day science exhibition has two different classes aimed at separate age groups. Tutors will be on hand to help create music using light in what should be a fascinating day out.

Tomorrow, times vary, City Halls, Glasgow Royal Concert Hall, free, tel: 0141 353 8000.

WALL.E

Last chance to catch Pixar's latest movie. It got rave reviews on release and is still well-worth a look.

All week, times vary, Cineworld, City Centre, prices vary, tel: 0871 200 2000.

KIDZ ZONE

Comprising three different areas: creche, soft-play area and baby soft-play corner, a variety of play activities are available for children aged from three months to 8-years-old.

All week, times vary, Bellahouston Leisure Centre, Paisley Rd West, free, tel: 0141 276 0767.

By bus: 9, 38, 54, 54A, 55, 56.