Things to do this February half term in Bristol 2025
Take the kids to the city’s top family-friendly attractions this February half-term in Bristol. With exciting museums, animal encounters and brilliant theatre shows on across the city, you’ll find plenty of February half term activities to suit all budgets and ages.
I’ve put together a family-friendly list of things to do in half term around the city to help you keep the kids entertained.
If you’re after ideas for general days out rather than specific half term events, check out 24 Fantastic family attractions to see in Bristol with kids. For budget-friendly family half term entertainment in Bristol, find inspiration from this 50 free things to do in Bristol with kids post.
If you’re in need of burning of some energy, a family walk in Bristol is always a winner! There are lots of buggy-friendly strolls for those with pushchairs or toddlers in tow.
This guide isn’t quite finished yet—I’m still waiting on Bristol February half term event details from local businesses and attractions. I’ll update it as soon as I receive the information, so keep checking back for all the latest info. Keep an eye on the Bristol Brood Facebook group and Instagram for more details too. Submit an event here.
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What to do February half term Bristol: Festivals, immersive experiences and parties
Bristol Light Festival 2025
- When? 31 January – 9 February 2025, 5-10pm
Ok, this takes places JUST before February half term, but you’re going to want to mark your calendar as Bristol Light Festival returns, bigger and brighter than ever before! This year’s free-to-attend event will fill the city with light and colour in the heart of winter, showcasing Bristol as the vibrant, playful and creative city we know and love. At each spot, visitors will be able to experience and play with installations.
Several never-before-seen-in-the-South-West artworks will take centre stage, including PULSE and Emergence. Festival favourite Swing Song will also make a return, produced by Bristol Light Festival and Tired Industries.
Wake The Tiger’s OUTERverse
A fantastical, immersive, interactive experience – think secret doors, hidden rooms, glowing neon worlds. Get tickets here.
BOUNCE: Spring Family Dance Party at Bristol Beacon
- 17 February 2025
Shake off the winter blues at Bristol Beacon’s family dance party this February half-term. DJ Quest and Lotte Norgaard bring music, dance, and games with props, lights, and fun galore. Perfect for kids aged 3-8 but sure to entertain the whole family. £8 incl. booking fee.
Disney Princesses at Redcatch Community Garden
- 18 February 2025, 2-3.45pm
Enjoy a magical afternoon with dance, games, bubbles, and Disney-themed treats from Magical Moon Entertainment. Fancy dress is encouraged. Book tickets here, £7 per child (accompanied children only).
Animal encounters: Feb half term Bristol
Bristol half term activities at Bristol Zoo Project: Zoo detectives
- When? 15 February- 2 March 2025
Embark on a secret mission to uncover the eco-guards’ hidden hideout! Solve clues using skills like compass navigation, animal tracking, and walkie-talkie commands. Complete the free Zoo Detectives trail for a sticker reward, then enjoy fun games and activities. Designed for ages 2-12, with extra challenges for older kids. More info on Zoo Detectives.
Bristol Aquarium
Discover more about the wonderful world of island creatures from around the globe. Why do some species end up huge and others very small? Why is it that some birds lose the ability to fly? How do animals get to islands in the first place? Bristol Aquarium has the answers! Buy tickets now
Half term lambing at Cattle Country
- 15-23 February 2025
Experience the magic of lambing at Cattle Country. Meet adorable newborn lambs, watch live lamb feeding, and learn about life on the farm. Enjoy indoor and outdoor play, farm animals, ride-on vehicles, sand barn, mini golf and more. Book your tickets online now for a fun-filled day at Cattle Country Adventure Park! Book tickets for half term at Cattle Country now.
Chew Valley Animal Park
This family-run ‘zoo’ is one of the most joyous places to visit outside Bristol with young animal lovers, especially in spring when little lambies and tiny piglets have just been born.
There’s also an outdoor play area, lots of other animals to see and beautiful views over Chew Valley lake. More info about Chew Valley Animal Park
Noah’s Ark Zoo Farm
Home to big zoo animals including tigers, rhinos, giraffes, bears and elephants as well as smaller animals, like bunnies, goats and guinea pigs, there are also adventure playgrounds, a giant maze and an indoor soft play. Book tickets for Noah’s Ark Zoo Farm.
Fairfield Animal Centre
Find alpaca, donkeys, emus, goats, sheep, wallabies, pigs, a rabbit and guinea pig village, plus play areas at this family-friendly visitor attraction in Southwick, near Trowbridge. More information about Fairfield Animal Centre.
Free city farms:
- St Werburghs City Farm
- Windmill Hill City Farm
- Hartcliffe City Farm
- Grimsbury Community Farm
- Lawrence Weston Community Farm
Family theatre highlights: whats on this half term?
Redgrave Theatre, Clifton
Child-friendly performances at Clifton’s Redgrave Theatre this children’s February half term include:
- Frozen ‘Sing-A-Long’ at The Redgrave Theatre (17 February 2025)
- The Greatest Showman ‘Sing-A-Long’ at The Redgrave Theatre (18 February 2025)
- Dinosaur Adventure LIVE (19 February 2025)
- Pirates love underpants (21-23 February 2025)
The Wardrobe Theatre, Old Market
- Along came a magpie (18-20 February 2025, 11am & 2pm)
Tobacco Factory Theatres
- Claytime (18-22 February 2025)
Feb half term at Bristol Old Vic
- The Mystery of Bristol Old Vic (19-22 February 2025)
Bristol Hippodrome
- The Dinosaur that pooped (18 February 2025)
Creative and Arty things to do in Bristol for families
Street Art Spray Sessions, Where the Wall, Stokes Croft
- When? 15 February 2025, 11.30am – 12.30am, 18 February 2025, 14.30 – 15.30
Encourage your miniature buddy Banksy with a stencil art session with graffiti experts, Where the Wall at Hamilton House. Suitable for all ages 4 years+ and abilities, it’s a great opportunity for kids to ‘get their hands on the cans’ and take home some self-made artwork.
Childrens Scrapstore half term activities for kids
Children’s Scrapstore are a reuse charity dedicated to helping businesses divert reusable waste away from landfill/energy recovery to art and play opportunities for children, young people and adults.
February events include: ✨Messy Play: Under 5s Taste Safe ✨Messy Play: Under 5s ✨Messy Play For All ✨Winter Windows Family Crafting ✨Kaleidoscope Magic!: Over 8s ✨Mini Worlds: Stay and Play ✨Wearable Art: Stay and Play ✨Fidget Toys: Stay and Play ✨Puppets: Stay and Play
Free half term activities in Bristol
Scribble and Sketch with RWA
Various locations, once a month
Get creative at a free morning of fun and informal art with Scribble and Sketch drawing activities at Easton Community Centre, Faithspace, Redcliffe and Greenway Centre Activity Room, Southmead. These free, monthly creative drawing workshops are run by RWA (Royal West of England Academy) and designed for adults and kids of all ages to do together. No pre-booking required.
What to do in half term in Bristol when it rains
So what is there to do in Bristol with kids on a rainy day? The answer is – loads! Many of Bristol’s attractions offer all-weather days out – everything from arty or exhilarating indoor activities for teens, places to take toddlers indoors, plus suggestions for where to go with a baby on a rainy day.
>>Click here for a full list of indoor activities in Bristol for rainy day fun. Or browse the indoor February half term events below for more inspiration!
Aerospace Bristol
This aviation museum is perfect for plane-mad and engineering enthusiasts. Click to book tickets for Aerospace Bristol.
Wildlife Photographer of the Year at Bristol Museum & Art Gallery
- Until 27 April 2025
From curious underwater species to majestic soaring birds, immerse yourself in this year’s most prestigious nature photography and photojournalism event. The 60th Wildlife Photographer of the Year exhibition and its incredible 100 photos give a deeper understanding of the issues facing nature today and the actions we need to take to protect it. More information about Wildlife Photographer of the Year in Bristol
MShed
Ships, arts, crafts, activities sailors got up to at sea, trails and more. Afterwards, follow a map to navigate your way around the M Shed galleries in search of treasure and historical finds. More info
February half term ice skating at Planet Ice Bristol
As far has half term things to do go, this one’s pretty fun! Your kiddo can learn how to skate in just three or five days – Planet Ice lessons run for 30 minutes each morning over three or five consecutive days during Bristol February half term 2025. Once the lesson is finished, they will then have access to the public skate session to practice the skills they have learnt. Family sessions are also available throughout half term.
February half term days out near Bristol
Fun things to do in half term at Dyrham Park
- When? 15-23 February 2025
Get yourselves over to the spectacular grounds of the National Trust’s Dyrham Park for outdoor half term kids activities. Young explorers can get involved with activities through the parkland this half term at Dyrham Park. Activities will be free of charge (normal admission charges apply). More info
Half price February trains at Avon Valley Railway
- When? February 10, 11, 14, 17 February 2024
Choo choo! All aboard for half the price at Avon Valley Railway! Take a ride on a heritage steam hauled trail along three miles of scenic track. All tickets this week are discounted by 50%, so you can enjoy a ride for just £5.50 for adults, £5 for concessions and £3.50 for children. Book tickets now.
Winter survival at Westonbirt Arboretum
- When? 18-20 February, 10.30am-3.30pm 2025
For wholesome, outdoorsy half term days out, head to Westonbirt for a free half term family event. Discover how Westonbirt’s plants and animals survive winter through interactive fun. Take on a quiz, experiment with keeping objects warm, create evergreen leaf prints and felted witch hazel flowers, and enjoy winter-themed colouring sheets.
Don’t miss the natural wood children’s play areas, tree top walk way and Gruffalo characters hidden in the woods.
Mudfest, WWT Slimbridge
- When? 15-23 February 2025
Get ready to dive into the wonders of mud this February Half Term at WWT Slimbridge! Perfect for all ages and abilities, enjoy hands-on activities that connect you with nature and reveal the magical role mud plays for wildlife and play. All activities are included with admission or free for WWT members. Pre-booking available for non-members.
Disco Tobogganing at Mendip Activity Centre
If you’re looking for entertainment for kids aged 4-12 years old, give your winter adventures a glow-up with open-air disco tobogganing! Boogie on down to groovy tunes, strike poses at far-out photo ops, swoosh down the slope, and peg it back uphill on repeat. Want to join the party? Adults can have a go when you book exclusive use of half the slope for up to eight tobogganers of any age. So grab some friends, book your spot and let the good times slide.
Winter Wonders Week, Longleat Safari Park
Longleat’s Winter Wonders Week promises frosty fun for all ages! Explore an indoor snowy wonderland with a 10-foot toboggan slide, snowboard simulator, Snow Globe, and winter crafts. Outdoors, enjoy a winter tree trail, meet Egyptian fruit bats in their refreshed habitat, visit sloths, and experience the Drive Through Safari featuring tigers, monkeys, and more.
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