Things To Do In York This Half Term!
Half Term in York
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.
Half Term Events
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Cressida Cowell’s How To Train Your Dragon School Exhibition
Step into a world of dragons, Vikings, and adventure at DIG’s interactive exhibition inspired by How to Train Your Drag…
Family Terrarium Workshop
Family Terrarium Workshop with TerrariumsDIYSet in the idyllic Cooks Kitchen of Carlton Towers, this experience is a fa…
Apple Week – Half-term Activities
Celebrate our apple-growing tradition this October half-term with a week of orchard-inspired fun.Take part in Apple Oly…
WizardFest 2026 - York's Festival of Wizardry!
WIZARDFEST RETURNS!Conjured up by The Wizard Walk of York, this spellbinding three-day festival celebrates the BEST of …
Family Friendly Things To Do
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Explore York this Half Term
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.
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.
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.
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