Discover colourful carnivals, retro comic cons, dramatic jousting and 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 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 your 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 lisiting of events across the South East over the half term holidays.
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May half term runs from Saturday 27th May to Sunday 4th June across South East England and includes the Spring Bank Holiday on Monday 29th 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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Comedy
Brighton and Hove
Bingo, brunch & the Bogan Bingo boys!
Brighton’s favourite comedy bingo show is bringing you a limited run of Saturday afternoon bingo
Tickets include:
- 2 hours bottomless selected drinks (including Bear Island Pale Ale, Bloody Marys, and…
Festival
Burley
Dogstival returns to the Broadlands Estate, Romsey on Saturday 3rd & Sunday 4th June and is packed full of canine approved entertainment. From arena displays, heaps of ‘have a go’ activities, giant splash pools, vintage fun fairs and the ultimate…
Food
Fragbarrow Lane, Ditchling Common
Live life in full flavour at The Rows & Vine, converted into a unique winter dining space by our Chardonnay vineyard. It's the perfect spot to sip, savour and celebrate.
We are now serving seasonal Sunday Roasts alongside our small plates menu.…
Festival
Portsmouth
Portsmouth Comic Con returns to the Guildhall for 2024.
Comedy
Hove
Expect award winning comedy with top tier headliners from stage and TV and support from the best up and coming names on the UK comedy circuit. We have a new line up each week, a new headliner each week and a new MC each week so you are always…
Food
Woodstock
The Blenheim Palace Food Festival promises a fantastic weekend, filled with delicious food and drink from a huge variety of stall holders, cooking demonstrations from world-renowned chefs, the opportunity to taste a wide range of delicacies and a…
Comedy
Hove
A fast paced, new material open mic comedy night. Come and watch some of the best comics on the open circuit live or die. Hilarious or painful but never mediocre!
Participatory Event
Bournemouth and Poole’s award-winning seafront has been transformed into a work of art!
Thanks to local gallery, Ambassadeur Art, a variety of artists have created a series of murals that make fun and colourful backdrops for your selfies. The…
Run / Rally
New Forest
All Porsche owners are invited to drive into Beaulieu to park up within the museum parkland for what promises to be a superb day out for both Porsche owners and enthusiasts.
Water Based Activities
Poole
Take in fantastic views from our open deck as you pass picturesque Brownsea Island, Sandbanks Peninsula, Studland Bay and more. With live commentary from our Captain you're guaranteed to not miss a thing. You can also enjoy the lower saloon lounge…