New Season starts 14th February
Discover what's on this February half-term with our guide to some of the best events and things to do throughout South East England. You'll find a multitude of activities that will inspire you to get out and about this wintertime. Look out for the free events (F) to help stretch your budget a little further, as keeping the kids entertained during the holidays doesn't have to cost the earth. Whether you're visiting for a half-term break away, enjoying time with friends and family, or exploring what's on your doorstep, take a look for a host of fun things to do.
The February Half Term Holidays begin on Saturday 14th February and run until Sunday 22nd February 2026 across the South East. This is the first half term in the UK in 2026. This holiday offers the chance to wrap up warm and get out and enjoy the great outdoors after the cold winter snap in January. The relatively early dark nights also mean stargazing is a great option at this time of the year. With a fantastic mix of indoor and outdoor activities and events to enjoy it doesn't matter what the weather brings there is still plenty to do.
For short or weekend breaks, our Days Out and weekend breaks pages offer a wealth of ideas for things to do in Hampshire, Sussex, Kent, Dorset, Surrey, Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire.
See below for our list of events and use the Map View feature to find something near you to do during the school holidays.
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Gardens
Aylesbury
Enjoy a tour of the private parkland at Eythrope this Spring.
Countryside
Waterperry
There are few better places to celebrate the arrival of spring than Waterperry Gardens in Oxfordshire, where the historic ornamental gardens provide the perfect setting for the Galanthus. These wonderful little heralds of spring carpet the old…
Childrens Events
Arundel
Grab your wellies and dive into the muddy magic of wetlands this February half term! From February 14 to 21, 2026, join us daily between 10 am and 4 pm for a week of hands on fun where mud isn't just messy — it's marvellous.
Cook up creations in the…
Childrens Events
Whiteley, Fareham
Pizza and Milkshake Workshop
Saturday 21st February 11am to 12.30pm
Saturday 28th March 11am to 12:30pm
Saturday 4th April 11am to 12.30pm
Saturday 30th May 11am to 12:30pm
Come down to Parson's Collar and create your own pizza, add toppings of…
Childrens Events
Cowes
As the name suggests, Feb Fest is all about bringing those energetic festival vibes to your half-term holiday. Expect a packed itinerary of exciting free activities, meet-and-greets with the kids’ favourite characters, live music, and more. Sounds…
School Holidays
Woodstock
Enjoy a fun-filled day out this February Half Term at Blenheim Palace. Hop aboard the miniature train down to the Walled Garden where you can wind your way through our amazing Marlborough Maze and grab a bite to eat at the Walled Garden Pizzeria.…
Exhibitions
New Forest
Some of the world's most loved stars from the Disney and Pixar Cars franchise cruise into the National Motor Museum in Beaulieu from 25th October 2025 to 12th April 2026!
Some very special guests are making a pit stop at the National Motor Museum…
Food
Whiteley, Fareham
£10 Sunday Roasts
Available every Sunday from 4th January at The Parsons Collar Pub
Celebrate Sunday with a tasty £10 treat!
When they are gone they are gone!
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Childrens Events
Oxford
Grab your trowels and get ready to uncover history at Oxford Castle & Prison this February half-term for young budding archaeologists.
Kids will love digging for archaeological finds and learning about genuine items found on the Castle site, all…
Childrens Events
Portsmouth
Build a maze, program your mouse, and race it to the cheese! A hands-on, screen-free adventure that turns coding into playful problem-solving with DXC.
Step into the world of coding with the Code & Go Mouse! Children will design and build their own…
Tour
Oxford
Explore the fascinating city of Oxford with ease, with a City Sightseeing Bus and Walking Tour.
With 18 bus stops to hop on and off at, entry to the Carfax Tower to enjoy views of Oxford and a 45 minute walking tour 'Stepping Through Oxford' this…
Exhibition
Winchester
This free exhibition in Winchester College's Treasury museum draws on the College’s collection of Old Master prints and has been curated by a group of pupils in their final year at Winchester. It includes prints of many different types, by artists…
Arts
Basingstoke
Join us for a creative and hands-on weaving experience at Whitchurch Silk Mill! In this fun workshop, you'll learn the basics of weaving and design your very own colourful wall hanging to take home.
Using beautiful yarns and threads, you'll explore…
Outdoor Event / Activities
Bucks Horn Oak, Farnham
Looking for things to do this February half term? Escape the ordinary and head to Go Ape Alice Holt, set in the heart of Surrey, near Farnham and Guildford, for an unforgettable outdoor adventure.
Perfect for families, friends, and thrill seekers,…
Childrens Events
Portsmouth
Take control of the K1 robot and race against the clock to topple towers, complete challenges, and claim a spot on the leaderboard! Then dive into the latest VR games for an immersive tech adventure you won't forget.
Get ready for a high-energy…
Arts
Basingstoke
Design your own vibrant portrait and make it POP with loads of creative ideas, think comic-style speech bubbles, tie-dye flowers, glitter accents, and more.
Suitable for children aged 5–10 years, this activity is perfect for young artists! Your…
Childrens Events
Romsey
Come and enjoy time in our woodland and around the fire, cooking tasty treats.
Suitable for ages 4-12 years. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Member price: £18 (for 1 adult & 1 child)
Non-member price: £30 per child (includes garden…
Music
Brighton
Brighton's most popular live music nights, last Thursday of every month at this popular city centre venue, with free entry.
From cover pop, funk & soul bands, to rock covers and even steam punk and blues…there is something for everyone to tap along…
Arts
Worthing
About the Event
Everything You Need to Paint a Masterpiece
Join The Paint Club for a relaxed and creative evening of painting! One of our friendly artists will guide you step-by-step from a blank canvas to your very own work of art.
Each artist…
Gardens
Edenbridge
A celebration of the glories of the early spring season will be taking place at Hever Castle in February 2026.
'First Signs of Spring' is launching to coincide with Hever reopening its gates, following a short winter break, on Wednesday 11 February…
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