25th - 27th May 24, Maidstone
Discover colourful carnivals, 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 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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Free Event
Christchurch
A great day out with a focus on local produce, ingredients from the South and South West, and small independent producers, the Christchurch Food Festival is a must for all foodie fans.
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…
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…
Arts
Mentmore
Welcome to Mentmore Arts Festival
The 14th Mentmore Arts Festival will be held from Saturday 25th May to Bank Holiday Monday 27th May 2024 from 11.00 am to 5.00 pm.
Our charities for 2024 will be Guide Dogs for the Blind and MK Act.
We are…
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…
Tour
Rowlands Castle
A knowledgeable tour guide takes you on a guided tour of the historic Stansted House.
Childrens Events
Brighton
It's early in the morning at the Magic Toyshop and Meg the Doll can't find her glove! Join in the chaotic hunt as Meg and her best friend Penny the Toy Soldier enlist your help to unlock the enchanted toy boxes, reveal their hidden surprises and…
Outdoor Event / Activities
New Forest
Embark on a journey of wonder as, for the first time, Beaulieu's Mill Pond Walk becomes home to an all-new Fairy and Dragon willow sculpture trail!
From 18th May to 30th June, the tranquil meandering path of the Mill Pond Walk will be transformed…
Theatre
Sevenoaks
Join The HandleBards at Riverhill for a bicycle-powered, laugh-out-loud production of Shakespeare’s The Comedy of Errors.
Heritage & History
Portsmouth
D-Day 80 will be marked at Fort Nelson with a host of events including a special exhibition, artillery trail and a D-Day weekend.
Virtual Event
Southsea
The D-Day Story has teamed up with a host of partner organisations around the country to bring together 80 fascinating objects relating to D-Day. Every day in the run up to the 80th anniversary we will be sharing one of the items on our social…
Outdoor Event / Activities
Maidstone
Join Leeds Castle for a bank holiday of exhilarating displays of combat and action, elegant and unusual equestrian, and medieval living and feasting.
Gasp at the first crash of lances, cheer as your favourite knight gallops past, and watch as…
Comedy
Aylesbury
A CRUDE, COMPELLING, COMING OF AGE COMEDY.
After the sudden death of his mother, a grieving yet quintessentially teenage boy is forced to change schools and move in with his, until that point, absent father. In a hopeless attempt to stay sane, he…
Walking
Alton
Alton is a vibrant Walkers are Welcome Hampshire town which truly has community spirit at its heart. Situated at the source of the River Wey and enjoying a stunning rural backdrop at the gateway of the South Downs National Park, Alton is known by…
Exhibitions
Selborne, Alton
The installation of work by local artist Jacqueline Amies has taken inspiration from the writings of Gilbert White (1720- 1793). Over the past year regular visits to The Wakes in Selborne have been made and time has been spent in the gardens…
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.…
Special Events
Dorking
What better location to learn and appreciate the world of wine than Denbies Wine Estate, England's largest vineyard. Denbies One Day Wine Enthusiast Workshop will cover all aspects of wine tasting and appreciation, grapes varieties and wine regions…
General event
Brighton
With plenty of excellent stalls, you can enjoy a brilliant range of plant-based bites, as well as a fantastic range of gifts, crafts, beauty and other treats.
Heritage & History
Milton Keynes
This year is 80 years since the largest amphibious invasion in history and the start of Allied operations to liberate Western Europe: D-Day, 6 June 1944.
To mark the 80th anniversary of this momentous event in history, Bletchley Park will be…
Special Events
Oxfordshire, Oxford
Celebrate the extraordinary life of Sir Winston Churchill with us this year as we mark 150 years since his birth. Discover the pivotal moments that unfolded here at Blenheim Palace – from his birth to his heartfelt proposal to beloved wife…
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