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Relaxed Toy Story screening in Stockton comes with free family craft session

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ARC Stockton is showing Toy Story in a relaxed Saturday-morning screening on 19 September, followed by a free Film Cubs Slinky Dog craft activity.

By The Tees · 1 September 2026

Official Toy Story promotional artwork featuring Woody, Buzz Lightyear and the film’s toy characters Image: ARC Stockton Arts Centre / Walt Disney PicturesImage source

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A Saturday-morning screening of Toy Story at ARC Stockton is being paired with a free creative activity for families this September.

The Pixar favourite will be shown at 10.15am on Saturday 19 September as one of ARC’s relaxed screenings. These screenings keep auditorium lighting on, lower volume levels and take a relaxed approach to noise and movement. A chill-out space can also be provided.

After the film, children can carry on with ARC’s Film Cubs activity and make their own Slinky Dog craft to take home. The activity is included with the cinema ticket.

ARC lists adult tickets at £7 and child and concession tickets at £6 including booking fee, with some supported ticket types available from £4 plus booking fee.

and tickets: Screening, access and activity details were verified against ARC Stockton Arts Centre’s official listing.

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