Things to do West Midlands February half term 2026
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School holidays are approaching again, so it’s time to check out all the things to do in the West Midlands during February half term 2026. As half term isn’t quite such a big event as the Christmas holidays, many places announce their plans quite late. If your favourite attraction doesn’t have anything listed as yet, do get in touch with them to see what their plans are. If you’re on a budget, check out these free things to do in the West Midlands as well.
This post covers the West Midlands County area only. If you are looking for half term days out in nearby counties, please see below:
Birmingham Botanical Gardens West Midlands February half term 2026
A few events take place at Birmingham Botanical Gardens this February half term.
Winter Bark Trail: Match up pictures of distinctive tree bark to the trees on the playground and west lawn and learn some interesting information as you go.
Dates: 14th to 22nd February 2026.
Animal Handling: Head to the rainforest room to learn how to care for and handle a selection of animals. Advance booking available on the website for sessions at 11am and 2pm.
Dates: 16th and 20th February 2026.
Family Explorers – talking trees: Learn everything you’d like to know about trees including the tools you need to find out its height age and health. Hear about the garden team’s favourite trees and learn more about the trees in your neighbourhood. £3 per child, all children must be supervised by an adult.
Date: 17 February 2026 – 11am and 2pm.
Family Explorers – Bark Detectives: Learn about tree bark as you explore different types up close, use magnifying glasses to examine them and take bark prints. Find out what makes each tree unique. £3 per child, all children must be supervised by an adult.
Date: 18 February 2026 – 11am and 2pm.
Website: Birmingham Botanical Gardens.
Cadbury World West Midlands February half term 2026
Head for the Big Top this half term at Cadbury World, it’s time for Freddo’s Circus! Richie the Ringmaster will join Freddo for a fun, circus-inspired stage show. Expect juggling, jokes, high energy and magic tricks. The show is included with every Cadbury world entry ticket this February half term.
Dates: 14th to 22nd February 2026.
Website: Cadbury World.
Review: You can read my review of a family day out at Cadbury World, and check out my analysis of whether a Merlin Annual Pass is worth buying if you live in the Midlands. Don’t forget you can use your Merlin Annual Pass at Cadbury World if you have one!
Dudley Canal and Caverns
There’s no particular event taking place at the Dudley Canal & Caverns for February half term, but it’s open daily throughout the week and kids ride for £5 all through half term. The Underground Experience is a 45 minute trip through the network of underground tunnels, caverns and basins. There’s 428 million years of history to learn about while you’re on board too!
Dates: 16th to 22nd February 2026.
Website: Canal and Tunnel Trust.
Legoland Discovery Centre
There’s no particular event taking place during February half term 2026 at the Legoland Discovery Centre, but it’s always a fun day out for little ones. Explore the ultimate LEGO playground, watch something fun in the 4D cinema, check out miniland and visit soft play. Visitors can build their own creations, have fun on two rides, burn off some energy in soft play and go on a LEGO scavenger hunt. LEGO playmakers are on hand to teach children new building skills and there’s a colour-themed building challenge taking place.
Dates: Open daily throughout February 2026.
Website: Legoland Discover Centre.
National Sea Life Centre West Midlands February half term 2026
Visit the Jurassic Seas at the National Sea Life Centre this February half term, and follow clues to become a Sea Life Ranger. Get up close to sea creatures including otters, penguins, sharks and more. Activities include a Jurassic trail sheet to follow, digging for fossils and coming face-to-fin with descendants of the Jurassic seas.
Dates: 7th February to 1st march 2026.
Website: National Sea Life Centre.
Review: You can read my review of the National Sea Life Centre.
West Midlands February half term 2026 FAQs
In most West Midlands schools, February half term runs from Monday 16th to Friday 20th February 2026. However, private schools and academies often have longer holidays and the dates of them may differ.
Thanks for this detailed list!! I have a two year old and these sort of days out are great fun. Very useful. Saved your blog and will be back again. Thanks again!
Thank you, I’m so glad it’s helpful 🙂