Half Term in York

York and the surrounding area are jam packed with family fun for half term.

Discover family friendly events and attractions with everything from Viking invaders, iconic locomotives and wonderful wildlife to gruesome stories of the past. There's no shortage of activities to give you days out together that you'll never forget.

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17th Feb 26

Glow Nocturnal at Carlton Towers

‘Glow Nocturnal’ - a captivating series of inflatable installations that truly come alive after dark.14 Feb – 21 Feb 20…

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16th Feb 26 - 22nd Feb 26

February Half Term on the Homefront!

Plan Your February Half-Term Adventure at Eden Camp Modern History Museum!🗓 Dates: 16th - 22nd February 2026&#x…

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21st Jul 25 - 31st Dec 27

Cressida Cowell's How To Train Your Dragon School Exhibition

This summer holidays, step into DIG’s brand-new interactive exhibition inspired by the spin off series from Cressida Co…

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16th Feb 26 - 22nd Feb 26

Kids' Crafting

Let your little Vikings unleash their creativity with our hands-on Kids Crafting activities! From making their own Viki…

Explore York this Half Term

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Book Your Half Term Stay ▸

York offers a wide range of accommodation, from luxury spa hotels to self-catering getaways, giving you an eclectic choice of inviting places to rest your head after a day of exploring.

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What's On ▸

York has a vibrant calendar of festivals, events, gigs and shows and there's always something exciting taking place for you to enjoy whilst visiting the city.

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Visitor Information ▸

If you choose to visit York, our friendly and knowledgeable team at the Visit York Information Centre & Gift Shop will give you a very warm welcome.