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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The Lightning Thief - The Percy Jackson Musical

Address

Alhambra Theatre, Morley Street, Bradford, West Yorkshire, BD7 1AJ

Telephone
01274 432000

Bradford

Following a record-breaking run in London, The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical is coming to Bradford.

Dates

From:

21 Oct 2025to25 Oct 2025Open 19:30 -
Robo Bingo

Address

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

Telephone
033 00580058

info@sciencemuseumgroup.ac.uk

Bradford

Bingo Meets Comedy at the Pictureville Cinema

Dates

From:

25 Oct 2025to2 Nov 2025Various Opening Times
Bradford Science Festival

Address

National Science + Media Museum | Across the City, Bradford, West Yorkshire, BD1 1NQ

Telephone
0330 058 0058

info@sciencemuseumgroup.ac.uk

Bradford

Bradford Science Festival is a celebration of surprising science and fascinating fun at the museum, across the city and online.

Dates

From:

25 Oct 2025to2 Nov 2025
YorStox Stock Car Racing

Address

Odsal Stadium, Rooley Lane, Bradford, West Yorkshire, BD6 1BS

Telephone
01298 600660

Bradford

A fantastic evening of British Stock Car racing at Odsal Stadium!

Dates

From:
25 Oct 2025Open 17:00 -
From:
1 Nov 2025Open 17:00 -
October Half-Term

Address

Bronte Parsonage Museum, Church Street, Haworth, West Yorkshire, BD22 8DR

Telephone
01535 642323

Haworth

Family Fun this October Half Term at the Bronte Parsonage Museum.

Dates

From:

25 Oct 2025to1 Nov 2025Various Opening Times
Half-Term Pumpkin Trail

Address

Bradford Road, Riddlesden, Keighley, West Yorkshire, BD20 5EL

Telephone
01535 607075

eastriddlesden@nationaltrust.org.uk

Keighley

A spooky trail through East Riddlesden Hall

Dates

From:

25 Oct 2025to31 Oct 2025Various Opening Times
Princess Live!

Address

Bradford Playhouse, 4 Chapel Street, Bradford, West Yorkshire, BD1 5DL

Telephone
01274 800415

Boxoffice@bradfordplayhouse.org.uk

Bradford

Bradford Playhouse presents princesses galore

Dates

From:
27 Oct 2025
Fabulous Fossil Hunters

Address

Cliffe Castle Museum, Spring Gardens Lane, Keighley, West Yorkshire, BD20 6LH

Telephone
01535 618231

Keighley

Discover ancient coal swamps and build a fossil forest with palaeontologists at Cliffe Castle Museum this half term.

Dates

From:
28 Oct 2025Open 11:00 - 15:00
Half-Term Family Activities

Address

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

Telephone
01274 777720

Bradford

Enjoy October half-term at Bradford Cathedral with crafts, colouring, and creative activities for children of all ages.

Dates

From:
28 Oct 2025Open 10:00 - 14:30
Boll-O-Ween

Address

Bolling Hall Museum and Library, Bowling Hall Road, Bradford, West Yorkshire, BD4 7LP

Bradford

Join Bolling Hall for a spook-tacular family Halloween evening, featuring ghoulish guides and activities!

Dates

From:
29 Oct 2025Open 17:00 - 21:00
Matilda

Address

Alhambra Theatre, Morley Street, Bradford, West Yorkshire, BD7 1AJ

Telephone
01274 432000

Bradford

Matilda arrives at the Alhambra Theatre

Dates

From:

30 Oct 2025to23 Nov 2025
Halloween Party at Infinity Bradford

Address

Infinity Park, Albion Road, Bradford, West Yorkshire, BD10 9TQ

Bradford

Join Infinity Parks Bradford for a spine-tingling 2-hour Halloween extravaganza packed with disco fun, spooky treats, creepy crafts, and eerie adventures!

Dates

From:

31 Oct 2025to1 Nov 2025
Fright Night

Address

Shipley Glen Tramway, Prod Lane, Baildon, Shipley, West Yorkshire, BD17 5BN

Telephone
01274 589010

info@shipleyglentramway.co.uk

Baildon, Shipley

Celebrate Halloween at Shipley Glen Tramway with a special Fright Night event featuring spooky tram rides and seasonal refreshments in the museum.

Dates

From:
31 Oct 2025Open 17:00 - 20:00
Kids Clay Workshop

Address

South Square Centre, Thornton, Bradford, West Yorkshire, BD13 3LD

Telephone
01274 834737

info@southsquarecentre.co.uk

Thornton, Bradford

Play with clay this half term at South Square Centre in a hands-on kids workshop.

Dates

From:
31 Oct 2025Open 10:30 - 12:30
Halloween Hyacinths

Address

Bolling Hall Museum and Library, Bowling Hall Road, Bradford, West Yorkshire, BD4 7LP

Bradford

Halloween Hyacinths is a family-friendly event at Bolling Hall Museum, offering spooky storytelling, crafty bulb planting, and seasonal fun in one of Bradford’s oldest heritage venues.

Dates

From:
31 Oct 2025Open 11:00 - 15:00
Wizard Spectacular

Address

Centenary Square, Bradford, West Yorkshire, BD1 1HY

Bradford

Centenary Square will be at the heart of Bradford’s Halloween celebrations, hosting a full afternoon of magical entertainment and family-friendly fun.

Dates

From:
31 Oct 2025Open 11:00 - 16:00
Steve Backshall's Deadly Live!

Address

Bradford Live, 1 Thornton Road, Bradford, West Yorkshire, BD1 2EP

Telephone
0343 310 0026

Bradford

Steve Backshall brings his new show to Bradford Live

Dates

From:
31 Oct 2025Open 14:00 -