28th - 30th May 24, Isle of Wight
Discover colourful carnivals, dramatic jousting, arts, comedy, and some great free family fun days out across South East England this May half term. The Spring Bank holiday weekend also means you'll find an ever-growing number of events and activities for all ages, to get you out and about making the most of the long weekend. Whether you live here or are just in the region for a day out or enjoying a weekend away, take a look and discover what's on this half term holidays.
Find something near you to enjoy in our featured list below from value-added activities to family-friendly events. Whether you are looking for something to do over half term in Hampshire or along the South Coast, in the Surrey countryside, or planning on touring around the destination, use the links above to search what's on or head to the bottom of the page for a full listing of events across the South East over the half term holidays.
Planning a May half-term holiday? Discover great value accommodation across the South East for a spring getaway. You can also search by destinations to link up with the local offical tourism websites across the region. Our newsletter archive and YouTube channel is also a great place to discover things to do in South East England.
May half term runs from Saturday 25th May to Sunday 2nd June across South East England and includes the Spring Bank Holiday on Monday 27th May. This is the last of the three bank holidays in the UK in May. The May holidays generally bring brighter longer days, more consistent weather and see the South East welcoming a host of music events and food festivals, outdoor trails and evening events to keep everybody thoroughly entertained.
Find hundreds more events and things to do in Hampshire, the Isle of Wight, Sussex, Kent, Surrey, Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire, Dorset this May Half Term holiday and Spring Bank holiday in our guide below. Whether you're looking for something near you, or if you are travelling to a part of South East England for a short break or day trip, use the 'map view' button to find something local.
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Arts
Brighton
It's such a good vibration. It's such a sweeeeet sensation. It's good times only with this beachy artwork where you don't have to worry about the weather forecast (a dream!).
This session is enjoyed very nicely with a cocktail in hand to give you…
Exhibitions
New Forest
Explore The Art of Buckler's Hard, a new exhibition showcasing art from the recent Sky Arts Landscape Artist of the Year Semi final, as well as paintings from the Montagu family collection.
This free exhibition is located in the Shipyard Office,…
Outdoor Event / Activities
New Forest
Owners of VWs are invited to drive into Beaulieu on Sunday 26th May and park up in the National Motor Museum grounds, for a superb day that enthusiasts and owners will love.
All ages and models of VW are welcome, which provides a great opportunity…
Walking
Broad Street, Oxford
Discover the vibrant history of the oldest university in the English-speaking world on the only official University of Oxford walking tour. Learn how Oxford grew from a small market town to become the city of dreaming spires.
Starting and ending at…
Outdoor Event / Activities
Blake's Lock, Reading
Have fun (re-)discovering Reading, spotting things you've never noticed before, with two quirky treasure hunt style heritage walks - a fun and affordable way to get some fresh air, whilst finding out more about Reading.
Curious About Reading visits…
Theatre
Chichester
A wild party. A friendship. A cherished pet.
And a night that changes everything.
It's Julie's 18th birthday, and she's throwing a party in her father's extravagant townhouse. Her boyfriend has just dumped her and her long-suffering best friend…
Sporting Events
FRESHWATER
Dramatic cliffs, beautiful coves, a stately home, a world famous pop festival site… the Isle of Wight Festival of Running boasts an unparalleled location!
The Isle of Wight Festival of Running is back in 2024. Events will be added to the…
Arts
Lewes
Charleston Festival brings together today’s most exciting artists, thinkers and changemakers to engage with art and ideas. Over two weeks, the festival invites visitors to imagine the world differently through a rich programme of over 60 talks,…
Food
Winchester
The Cheese & Chilli Festival is set to spice up the summer, with highlights including a chilli eating competition, food challenges, cooking demonstrations, family friendly entertainment and much, much more! The Cheese & Chilli Festival offers a…
Childrens Events
Winchester
Watch in whizzpopping wonder as the wonderful world of beloved children's author Roald Dahl is explored through science. Expect marvellous mayhem and splendiferous science!
Ever wondered whether James' peach could actually fly? Do you ponder over…
Arts
Brighton
What better way to spend a Bank Holiday Monday than painting with us by the seaside! We've partnered with The Tempest pub on the fabulous Brighton seafront to create this sea themed session.
We'd dive head first into this ocean of technicolour. No…
Childrens Events
Maidenhead
A new live comedy show that's perfect for any child who wants to swap being an Eco Worrier for being an Eco Warrior.
Based around his new book children's comedian and author James Campbell presents a positive, funny, life affirming comedy show…
Music
Lancing
Glastonwick 2024, our 27th Beer, Music, Poetry & More Beer Festival
As ever, beer guru Alex Hall will be sourcing 60+ beers from small independent breweries local and national, many of them brewed specially for us. There will be local cider and…
Food
Dorking
Enjoy the summer evening commencing with our Outdoor Vineyard Train tour, your evening commences with an Outdoor Vineyard Train tour, offering spectacular views of the vineyard, overlooking Box Hill and Dorking. Sparkling wine will be served during…
Childrens Events
Whiteley, Fareham
Saturday 25th May and 1st June | 11am to 12.30pm
Come down to Parson's Collar and create your own pizza, add toppings of your choice and cook them in our very own pizza oven!
Create your own milkshake to eat alongside your pizza with follow-up ice…
Special Events
Dorking
Refreshments and pastries on arrival at Denbies.
Followed by a morning at the local 'The Gin Kitchen', producers of Gutsy Monkey. Tasting experience at the Gin Kitchen distillery. The Gin Kitchen tasting experience and tour is a must for any gin…
Carnival
Eastbourne
The biggest Seafront Carnival in the South East will return this year.
More than 1,500 walkers are expected to take part with some 25,000 fans and supporters.
Childrens Events
Winchester
Are you ready for a completely unique cinema experience? Grab a seat, sit back and relax as one of Hollywood's biggest blockbusters, The Karate Kid, plays out under the stars of the Planetarium.
When the Science Centre doors close, the cinema screen…
Arts
Brighton
'You Can't Always Get What You Want' until now. She's A Rainbow celebrates the iconic UK rock band The Rolling Stones – that started long before the dinosaurs – with their classic logo.
This fun and funky masterpiece will no doubt add a pop of…
Childrens Events
Maidenhead
Presented by Wrongsemble.
'Welcome back Listeners - Little Red Riding Hood here! Stay tuned as I go
undercover to reveal the truth behind fairytales' most infamous villain - The Big Bad Wolf'.
Meet Little Red; adventurer, heroine and…
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