Looking for ways to keep your kids entertained this October half term in Coventry city centre?
From hands-on workshops and learning new skills to physical activities and competitive games, there’s plenty to do for the whole family. Whether your little ones love spooky Halloween fun or enjoy visiting attractions, Coventry offers a variety of events and venues to make their half-term break boredom free!
What’s On in Coventry City Centre this Half Term
Holiday Club – Kids & Holiday Club – Youth
With 2 separate age groups, Coventry Transport Museum invites 7-10-year-old and 11- 16-year-old STEM enthusiasts to experience a full day of STEM activities. They can build things, break things, and let their curiosity lead in these engaging, self-led activities.
Where: Coventry Transport Museum, Hales Street
Dates: Kids – 29th, 30th & 31st October, Youth – 30th & 31st October.
More Info: https://www.transport-museum.com/events
Holiday Club – Girls ONLY* (and identifying as female)
Dedicated to 7 – 11-year-old girls, the Coventry Transport Museum’s Holiday Girls Clubs invite those who are curious about STEM and are looking for a whole day-experience of getting hands-on with specially designed STEM activities. Helping them hone their engineering skills, the self-led activities encourage independent and playful engagement with a range of STEM related concepts.
Where: Coventry Transport Museum, Hales Street
Date: 28th October
More Info: https://www.transport-museum.com/events/1628/holiday-club-girls-only-and-identifying-as-female
Tinker, Make, Play Workshop
Come prepared for a fun and engaging exploration of engineering challenges. Join the Tinker | Make | Play workshop space to experiment with different tools and materials to create whatever their imaginations can conjure.
Where: Coventry Transport Museum, Hales Street
Date: 25th & 29th October, 1st Nov
More info: https://www.transport-museum.com/events/1589/tinker-make-play-engineers-challenge-yourself
Hidden Wonders Hunt
Children aged 4+ and their families can embark on a magical museum trail at the Herbert Art Gallery & Museum this half term. Take part in The Hidden Wonders Hunt, a free spotter trail, celebrating the release of a new book from bestselling author-illustrator Chloe Savage. Discover hidden wonders around the museum and take on a special drawing challenge. Those who complete the activity sheet will receive a Hidden Wonders Hunt sticker.
Where: Herbert Art Gallery
Date: Throughout half term
More info: https://www.theherbert.org/whats-on/1897/the-hidden-wonders-hunt-spotter-trail
Doze Under Dippy Sleepover
Get ready for a night of dino fun for the whole family at the Doze Under Dippy sleepover. Expect torchlight museum trails, plenty of dinosaur crafts, some fossil fun, an evening film, and even breakfast with a dino wake-up dance. It’s a sleepover like no other…!
Where: Herbert Art Gallery
Date: 25th October
More info: https://www.theherbert.org/whats-on/1767/doze-under-dippy
Autumn Craft Fair
Join the resident makers, bakers and crafters for the latest West Orchards Autumn craft fair. Find all things seasonal – and maybe even spooky – across the weekend, from crochet pumpkins to seasonal bakes.
Where: West Orchards Shopping Centre
Date: 25th – 26th October
More info: https://www.westorchards.co.uk/events/autumn-craft-fairs/
Halloween half-term fun
Ghoulish Guildhall
Uncover the spooky history of the Guildhall throughout this half-term, including a bone-tastic trail, a daily Halloween tour, spooky crafts, and more.
Where: St Mary’s Guildhall, Bayley Lane
Date: 25th – 29th October
More info: https://stmarysguildhall-tickets.ticketsolve.com/ticketbooth/shows/1173669601
Ghostly Guildhall Special Halloween Event
Get into the Halloween spirit this half-term at this special event. Enjoy an hour of Halloween magic with Mistress Moaning Mary and Wailing Willow. Discover curious (and not-too-scary!) historical tales, play spook-tacular Halloween games, and get crafty with hands-on activities. Plus, set their spooky imagination free by writing their very own ghost story using an ink well and enchanting parchment paper.
Where: St Mary’s Guildhall, Bayley Lane
Date: 30th & 31st October
More info: https://stmarysguildhall-tickets.ticketsolve.com/ticketbooth/shows/1173669602
The Castle Grounds Halloween Party
Join the children’s Halloween party at The Castle Grounds pub in the city centre on Sunday 2nd November from 12-4pm.
Featuring a children’s disco and karaoke, along with a fancy dress contest, party games, and so much fun, it’s a spook-tacular party for the whole family to enjoy.
Where: The Castle Grounds pub, Little Park Street
Date: 2nd November
More info: https://www.facebook.com/events/1800159833910643/1800159843910642/
Halloween Makers Market
Find a selection of the most monstrous makers and deadly designers for a Halloween Makers Market special at FarGo Village. They’ll be filling The Box venue with some of their favourite creatives, so you can browse for the most wickedly unique creations to celebrate Halloween in spooktacular style.
Where: The Box, FarGo Village
Date: 25th & 26th October
More info: https://www.fargovillage.co.uk/events/halloween-makers-market
Family activities in the city centre this half-term
Putt Putt Social
Visit Putt Putt Social, packed full of adventure, culture and fun. Kids eat free this half term with a full paying adult.
Embark on an exhilarating journey through the whimsical landscapes of Zen Garden and Tokyo Drift, where the tranquillity of ancient traditions meets the adrenaline of high-speed thrills. It’s where epic Pan Asian themed crazy golf meets Asian street food.
Find out more and book: https://www.puttputtsocial.co.uk/coventry/
The Wave
For the thrill, spill and chill seekers, there is something for all ages and all the family at The Wave this half term.
Visit the award-winning, indoor waterpark making a splash in the heart of Coventry! From high-speed slides and a fun-packed splash zone to the exhilarating Wave Pool and relaxing Lazy River… tickets for October half term are available to book now.
Find out more and book: https://bookings.thewavecoventry.com/
Boom Battle Bar
The Boom Battle Bar’s family games package is the perfect activity to keep older children and teens entertained. We promise you – they will enjoy this!
Choose your 3 games, from Karaoke, Shuffleboard, Augmented Reality Darts, American Pool, Crazier Golf, and Soft Drink Pong for hours of fun at the battleground and let the entertainment begin!
Find out more and book: https://boombattlebar.com/uk/coventry/social-events/family-boom-package/
Social Climbing Coventry
‘Rock’ up to Social Climbing Coventry in the city centre and have fun with the family trying something new.
There’s no experience needed to get started, but rest assured, the team will give you a short safety induction when you arrive for the first time so you can enjoy the centre in a safe way.
Take a look at what’s on and visit the centre for a fun packed, exciting activity when visiting Coventry this half term.
Find out more and book: https://www.social-climbing.com/centres/coventry
Odeon Cinema
Round up the kids, grab some popcorn, and get ready to explore the latest films together. You’ll find a film that’s brilliant fun for the whole family at Odeon Cinema in the Skydome.
Their great value tickets give you even more reasons to visit, where the adults pay kids prices!
See family films for less on Saturday and Sunday mornings, and every day during school holidays with ODEON Kids.
Find out more and book: https://www.odeon.co.uk/offers-membership/odeon-family-value/
Planet Ice
Get your skates on this half term! Enjoy ice skating or take part in a Learn to Skate course, with 3- or 5-day camps. Learn to Skate lessons teach the fundamentals of ice skating and have been designed for beginners of all ages, abilities, and learning styles.
Find out more and book: https://planet-ice.co.uk
Star Pins
A fantastic spot for a family day out, choose from a mix of classic bowling fun, ice-free curling, crazy golf, shuffleboard, arcade games, and more. Plus, with tasty food and drinks available too, it’s perfect for keeping kids (and grown-ups) entertained for hours.
The atmosphere is lively but family-friendly, making it a great place to unwind and enjoy a bit of friendly competition. You can even book in advance to make sure you get a lane during the busy holiday week.
Find out more and book: https://starpins.co.uk/
Flip Out
Flip Out Coventry is an indoor adventure park packed with slides, inflatables, obstacle courses, laser tag, roller-skating, dodgems, and more – ideal for burning off half-term energy.
Older kids will have a blast playing, climbing, and racing through challenges while parents can finally relax with a coffee in the café area. There are also dedicated toddler areas for younger children, and tickets for the whole family to get involved. It’s an action-packed day out that guarantees laughter, exercise, and lots of memories.
Find out more and book: https://www.flipout.co.uk/locations/coventry
Find out where kids can eat free this half-term in Coventry
Please check with each venue for exact offers.
Putt Putt Social, Lower Precinct
Not just great for crazy golf, Putt Putt Social also offers a delicious menu – and this half-term, kids eat free with a paying adult.
Bella Italia, Belgrade Plaza
Kids eat FREE on Thursdays and for £1 between 4-6pm, Sunday to Wednesday
Kids can enjoy three delicious courses & a drink! Meals are suitable for 2–11-year-olds.
Las Iguanas, Broadgate
Join My Iguanas and enjoy FREE niños meals for your little ones! Simply download the app and receive free meals for mini-Iguanas every visit. Terms and conditions apply: Kids Eat Free offer is exclusively available with the My Iguanas app. The kids menu is applicable for children up to 12 years old. With each adult ordering a main course from the à la carte menu, one free kids meal from the Niños menu can be claimed for an accompanying child. The kids meal includes a choice of main, two sides, and a dessert.
Pizza Hut, Fairfax Street
This half term, treat your little ones to a pizza feast with the Pizza Hut free kids buffet, available everyday until 3pm when you spend £10 on other food with the code SPOOKY. Unlimited pizza, pasta and salad all ready and waiting for you as soon as you walk through the door.
Enjoy Coventry City Centre this half-term
With all these awesome activities happening in Coventry this half term, you’re sure to keep the kids busy and happy.
So, grab your coats, head into town, and have some brilliant half-term fun together!