Half-Term Fun

Looking for fun family activities in the Bradford district this half-term? Hop aboard the scenic Keighley & Worth Valley Railway, explore engaging exhibitions at Bradford Museums, or dive into hands-on science at the Wonderlab gallery in the National Science and Media Museum. For a larger-than-life experience, catch a documentary on the museum’s IMAX screen. Families can also enjoy nature and history at NT East Riddlesden Hall, where the grounds offer a peaceful escape for curious young minds.

Whether you're searching for Bradford half-term events, school holiday activities for kids, or family-friendly things to do in West Yorkshire, there’s plenty to explore.

Plan your Bradford half-term adventure now—discover the best places to visit, learn, and play.

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Address

National Science and Media Museum, Bradford, West Yorkshire, BD1 1NQ

Telephone
033 0058 0058

Bradford

Explore how we’re all connected at this spectacular immersive experience at the National Science and Media Museum.

Dates

From:

3 Apr 2025to28 Feb 2026Open 10:00 - 17:00
Turner Prize 2025

Address

Cartwright Hall, Lister Park, Bradford, West Yorkshire, BD9 4NS

Bradford

See the Turner Prize at Cartwright Hall—its first-ever Bradford showcase, presented through Bradford 2025’s UK City of Culture programme.

Dates

From:

27 Sept 2025to22 Feb 2026Various Opening Times
Goldilocks And The Three Bears

Address

Bingley Arts Centre, Main Street, Bingley, West Yorkshire, BD16 2LZ

Telephone
01274 567983

Bingley

Bingley Little Theatre reimagines the classic children's tale.

Dates

From:

11 Feb 2026to14 Feb 2026Various Opening Times
Yorkshire Games Festival

Address

National Science and Media Museum, Bradford, West Yorkshire, BD1 1NQ

Telephone
0330 058 0058

info@sciencemuseumgroup.ac.uk

Bradford

A unique festival of all things gaming, celebrating games culture, design and production with special industry guests

Dates

From:

11 Feb 2026to22 Feb 2026
Half Term Happiness

Address

Keighley & Worth Valley Railway, Haworth Station, Haworth, Keighley, West Yorkshire, BD22 8NJ

Telephone
01535 645214

admin@kwvr.co.uk

Haworth, Keighley

Half Term Happiness at the Keighley & Worth Valley Railway offers daily steam and diesel journeys, museum stops, tearooms, and scenic heritage travel.

Dates

From:

14 Feb 2026to22 Feb 2026
Half-Term Bug Trail

Address

NT East Riddlesden Hall, Bradford Road, Riddlesden, Keighley, West Yorkshire, BD20 5EL

Telephone
01535 607075

eastriddlesden@nationaltrust.org.uk

Riddlesden, Keighley

Discover the bugs that call East Riddlesden Hall home on a family garden trail, and learn why they thrive here.

Dates

From:

14 Feb 2026to23 Feb 2026Various Opening Times
February Half Term Family Activities

Address

Bradford Cathedral, 1 Stott Hill, Bradford, West Yorkshire, BD1 4EH

Telephone
01274 777720

Bradford

Free family activities at Bradford Cathedral this half term include spring crafts, colouring, quizzes, trails and guided tours at 11:30 and 14:30 — places are free but booking is essential.

Dates

From:
17 Feb 2026Open 10:00 - 15:00
Tom Gates EPIC Stage Show

Address

St Georges Hall, Bridge Street, Bradford, West Yorkshire, BD1 1JT

Telephone
01274 432000

Bradford

Based on the bestselling books by Liz Pichon, Tom Gates EPIC Stage Show comes to Bradford

Dates

From:
21 Feb 2026Open 12:00 -