February Half Term 2025 Family Days Out in Yorkshire

Brodsworth Hall.

History Makers at Brodsworth Hall

15th to 23rd February 2025
Join characters from the past for heritage-inspired hijinks and hands-on shenanigans at Brodsworth Hall this half term.
FREE for English Heritage Members Join Here

Vikings in line with shields in front of them and swords aloft.

Jorvik Viking Festival

17th to 23rd February 2025
York will be taken over by Viking warriors. This world renowned festival features living history encampments, workshops, tours, traditional crafts, feasts, family events, evening entertainment and dramatic combat performances.

grue exhibition photo by Steve Wintercroft

Bradford 2025 - Grue

8th to 23rd February 2025
In this enchanted landscape, you’ll take on an important mission: helping our historian to solve the mysteries of Damart Mill. You’ll pass through secret doors, a fairy forest and even go underwater on your quest.

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Yorkshire Games Festival

10th to 23rd February 2025
An extravaganza of games culture, design, and production as the museum celebrates all things gaming across two weeks of exciting activity including a packed half term of gaming fun. At National Science and Media Museum, Bradford

Vikings at Murton Park

February Half Term at Murton Park

15th to 23rd February 2025
Ever fancied stepping into the shoes of a Viking? Join in a Viking Big Draw and sketch out maps and monsters that would make even the bravest Viking quake in their boots. Or how about crafting your own Viking saga? Heroes, villains, epic battles – the lot!

indoor funfair

Indoor Funfair at Harrogate

15th to 23rd February 2025
With jaw-dropping rides and amazing inflatables for all ages, Harrogate Indoor Funfair offers all the fun of the fair in an indoor, climate-controlled and family-friendly environment. At Yorkshire Event Centre, Harrogate.

Stockeld Park indoor playhive

February Fun at Stockeld Park

15th to 23rd February 2025
Science Shows, Playhive indoor play arena, Ice-skating, magical maze and so many playgrounds to enjoy. With ticket options to suit all weather forecasts will you explore in the Playhive, take a spin on the Ice Rink, or adventure through the Enchanted Forest?

star trail

Dark Skies Festival - Yorkshire Dales

14th February to 2nd March 2025
Local businesses in and around the Yorkshire Dales National Park are hosting various events to help visitors get under the starry skies and experience the best of the Yorkshire Dales by night.

snowdrops in the wood at Burton agnes Hall

Snowdrops in the Woodlands at Burton Agnes

1st to 23rd February 2025
Every February, thousands of hardy snowdrops push through the cold winter ground to create a magnificent ‘white carpet’ across the woodland floor here at Burton Agnes.

Hansel and Gretel illustration by Emily Nuttall for Northern Ballet

Northern Ballet - Hansel and Gretel

15th to 22nd February 2025
Northern Ballet's magical ballets for children bring much-loved fairy tales to life with bold sets, bright costumes and brilliant live music and dance - the perfect way for you and your child to experience the wonder of ballet together.

Silhouette of a tree on a hill with a brilliant brightly star filled sky behind.

Dark Skies Festival - North York Moors

14th February to 2nd March 2025
Tenth Dark Skies Festival in the up-coming year - this festival will be full of activities and opportunities for you to appreciate the wonders of the night sky. Celebrate this fantastic anniversary by attending a stargazing event in the North York Moors, there's lots to choose from!

Whitby Abbey

History Makers at Whitby Abbey

15th to 23rd February 2025
Join characters from the past for historical hijinks and hands on shenanigans at Whitby Abbey this half term. Step into the shoes of the monks and nuns who lived at Whitby Abbey. You can even dress up and take part in some fun ecclesiastical games and activities!
Free for English Heritage Members

NER Autocar on the NYMR photo by Alan Chandler

Half Term Fun with NER Autocar

15th to 23rd February 2025
Blow off the cobwebs and join North Yorkshire Moors Railway for steam rides from Whitby to Grosmont and Goathland this February half-term. As part of the celebrations for the start of Railway 200 we are excited to welcome the beautifully restored diesel-powered North Eastern Railway Electric Autocar No. 3170

South Trancept of York Minster with a light projection on the building showing green trees and foliage with a white yorkshire rose at the centre.

Colour and Light York

12th February to 2nd March 2025
Colour and Light in York a free projection show, in 2025 on the South Transept of York Minster. Discover York's wildlife and animals in this exhibition in February.

Miffy the rabbit with a red balloon

Miffy Museum Trail at Leeds City Museum

14th to 23rd February 2025
Embark on an adventure around the museum with your family following miffy! Inspired by the beloved 'Miffy in the Gallery' book, you're invited to find Miffy hidden in different places around the museum and spot the objects she's looking at.

lamb in a pen in a barn

Lambing Week at Boston Park Farm

15th to 23rd February 2025
Make the most of your visit by seizing the opportunity to meet our knowledgeable farmers, who will share insights about our sheep flock. Observe the heart-warming experience of lambs feeding and indulge in our popular animal handling sessions.

Wizard of York with Shambles in the background

Wizard Walk of York

Saturdays and Daily 10th to 22nd February 2025
Help The Wizard of York find magical creatures as you wander the snickelways of this enchanting city, in a walking tour you’ll go Potty for. No spooky ghosts, no scary stories…just whimsical wizarding fun for all the family!

williams den half term magic shows

Feb Half Term Magic at Williams Den

15th to 23rd February 2025
Enjoy incredible magic shows, hands-on wand crafting, a thrilling family quest, and even try your hand at magic tricks! Plus, let the kids explore our exciting indoor and outdoor adventure play areas for non-stop fun.

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Blood and Beats at Thackray Museum

15th to 23rd February 2025
This February half-term is all about blood – what exactly is it, and what does it do? Take part in science shows, trails, craft activities and – if you’re feeling brave – our infamous hands-on heart dissection workshops!

Steam Train with KWVR Half Term Happiness as text

Half Term Happiness at KWVR

15th to 23rd February 2025
Over the February Half-Term Holidays, we will run passenger services every day with a mixture of steam engines and heritage diesels. Bring the whole family along (even the dog is welcome!) for an adventure through the Worth Valley and beyond.

Two flamingos

Love Birds at Lotherton Hall

15th to 23rd February 2025
Fall in love this half-term with the many types of birds at Lotherton and Wildlife World. Find out more with keeper talks, activities and crafts across the estate, plus a bird spotting trail.

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Sports Trail at Leeds City Museum

19th December 2024 to 1st March 2025
While exploring the Sports Heritage display in the Community Corridor on the second floor, look out for the answers to some important questions about Leeds sports icons.
FREE

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Superheroes at Royal Armouries

15th to 23rd February 2025
An action-packed week of combat demos, special effects shows, catwalks, plus meet and greets with your favourite costumed characters.

Eden camp february half term fun

1-Spy Half Term Fun at Eden Camp

17th to 23rd February 2025
This February Half term, Eden Camp invites visitors to embark on a Spy-Themed Adventure. Visitors can take part in our interactive spy themed activities, to help with the war effort. From craft activities to breaking codes there is something for all budding spies to enjoy!

Nostell Priory

Sabine's Marvellous Medicine at Nostell Priory

15th to 23rd February 2025
Discover the curious remedies of Sabine Winn, who lived here centuries ago, and explore how plants and herbs were once used to create magical mixtures to keep people happy and healthy. Along the way, you’ll create your very own marvellous concoction as you wander through the gardens and woodland.

Seasons logo February Half term at The Deep

Sea-sons at The Deep

15th to 23rd February 2025
Sea-sons, a brand NEW event exploring all the different seasons of the year! Listen in to fascinating presentations daily, to take a closer look at various animal behaviours and seasonal cycles! Get hands-on and help us treat our poorly turtle plushies during our popular Turtle Hospital activity.

tractors lined up in the historic Piece Hall in Halifax

Tractors at The Piece Hall

15th and 16th February 2025
Join The Piece Hall in the courtyard for an immersive journey into the world of agriculture. From classic tractors to agricultural vehicles, this event promises a delightful celebration of the machinery that fuels our farms.

zoo keeper with head inside a pretend dinosaur mouth

We Dig Dinosaurs at Tropical Butterfly House

15th to 23rd February 2025
From digging for fun fossil finds at the Dino Dig to climbing inside a giant dinosaur egg, you'll come face to face with ferocious and friendly prehistoric friends as you stomp along the Dino Trail!

Eureka half term Acousatron

Experience the Acousatron at Eureka

15th to 23rd February 2025
Experience The Acousatron this half term at Eureka! A complex, ever-changing soundspace that you control. Opening early every day from 9:30am!"

Cartoon Circus Live

Cartoon Circus Live

All the fun of the circus comes to Pudsey Civic Hall on Monday 17th February, Pontefract Town Hall on Tuesday 18th February & Ossett Town Hall on Wednesday 19th February when the laughter-packed stage show Cartoon Circus Live combines the comedy of pantomime with the thrill of the circus.

aerial view of a carousel outside York Castle Museum

Yorkshire Events Calendar

Calendar of events for 2025 in Yorkshire, festivals,days out, fairs across Yorkshire, plan your time in Yorkshire around a great day out or show.

Pesky Pests at Nunnington Hall

15th to 23rd February 2025
This February half-term, find out what Nunnington’s pesky pests have gotten up to over winter, and help them cover up their antics. With activities like spiderweb weaving, or woodworm jenga, children will be transported into the world of bugs, and might learn a thing or two about conservation along the way.

chidren playing by a stream in a wooded area.

February Half Term at National Coal Mining Museum

https://www.ncm.org.uk/whats-on/february-half-term/
Explore the power of nature this February Half Term with hands-on activities, spectacular science and so much more. Enjoy hands-on exploration with our nature backpacks, see legends come to life and get creative with free crafts.

white peacock with tail feathers in full fan under a sign for Bridlington Animal Park.

Bridlington Animal Park Reopens

Bridlington Animal Park reopens for the 2025 season on 14th February with an extra 3 acres to explore, new and improved animal enclosures and walkways.

February Half Term at Big Sheep Little Cow

Get ready for some fun this February half-term 🐑 Lambing season is just around the corner, and the little ones could arrive any day! Come meet our adorable lambs and enjoy a day on the farm

knights armour

Knights to Blue Lights at National Emergency Services Museum

15th and 16th February 2025
Now’s your chance to dive into the fascinating history of policing—from medieval knights to today’s modern police forces. Discover the science behind armour, get up close to armoured vehicles from different eras, and explore the technology, purpose, and history behind them.

boy in a black hoodie wielding a cardboard sword and shield

Castle Quest at National Videogame Museum

15th to 23rd February 2025
Embark on an unforgettable adventure with the National Videogame Museum this February half term in an epic quest that combines history, creativity and gaming.

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What's On in March

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