February half term is fast approaching. That means it’s time to get planning if you want to keep your little ones entertained during the week long break! In Leeds, the 2025 February half term runs from Monday 17th Feb to Friday 21st Feb.
In this blog, we have highlighted some of the best activities, events and entertainment on this February half term in Leeds – including some FREE options!
Catch A Show At Carriageworks Theatre
The Carriageworks Theatre is home to a wide range of theatre productions, musicals, pantomimes, festivals and comedy events. This February half term, ‘There’s A Monster In Your Show’ is coming to Carriageworks Theatre.
Adapted from Tom Fletcher’s interactive and beloved book, this brand new high-energy musical show is sure to be a huge hit with the little kids! Book your tickets now so you don’t miss out.
Enjoy Family Roller Skating At Leeds Markets
If you’re looking for something that’s mega fun and free – why not try Leeds Markets.
This February Half Term, the whole family can enjoy Family Roller Skating with LS-TEN, who are offering free guided roller-skating sessions. Better yet, you don’t even have to book, you can simply turn up to these drop-in sessions.
Aside from roller skating, your children can also join the free crafts and colouring sessions, and enjoy hours of creative fun at the Lego and DUPLO building tables.
Start A New Hobby With Kixx Academy
Kixx Academy offers high energy, fun, creative and age-appropriate football sessions across the whole country. Tailored to children aged 18 months to 10 years old, the Kixx Academy football sessions are the perfect place to start a new hobby, make friends and learn a new skill whilst having an abundance of fun.
In Leeds, there are several Kixx Academies to choose from, including Morley Leisure Centre Academy, Football World Academy, Crawshaw Academy Pudsey and Holt Park Active Tuesday Academy. Find the latest updates on Kixx Academies in Leeds here or read more about Kixx Academy here.
Head To a Museum
Museums are usually an excellent place to be during school holidays as they often host a range of family friendly events. And the museums in and around Leeds are no exception.
Why not head to Leeds City Museum to experience one of the “Miffy” events taking place as part of the ‘Miffy’s 70th Birthday’ interactive exhibition?
During February half term, your little ones can enjoy the Miffy Trail and Miffy Crafts. Leeds City Museum is also hosting an inspiring and free LEGO event for children passionate about LEGO or wildlife or both!
Experience Lambing Season At Cannon Hall Farm
OK – so it’s not exactly in Leeds, but Cannon Hall Farm is too fabulous to miss off the list. The award-winning farm attraction in Barnsley offers the most exciting family day out. And this half term, you can experience lambing season at Cannon Hall Farm!
The iconic Lambing Festival runs from 15th-23rd February and is one of the most exciting events in the farms jam-packed calendar. Tickets are £13.95pp and under 2s go free – book online today so you don’t miss out.
