With February half-term on the horizon, many parents will be on the hunt for interesting activities in Coventry to entertain the kids for the week.
Although we can’t guarantee good weather, we can help you make a plan to ensure your family has a great time – come rain or shine.
We’ve rounded up the best family activities in Coventry this half-term so you can get ahead of the game and make a week of precious memories for you and your little ones.
Entertainment in Coventry this half-term
There is plenty of entertainment in the city this February half-term, with lots of variety to suit any budget or family interest.
For the most indecisive of families, The Skydome has it all, neatly packaged under one roof. Head to Odeon cinema on the first floor for the latest blockbusters… complimented by an excellent range of snacks, drinks and Ben & Jerry’s frozen delights. If they can’t get enough of the frozen stuff, we’d highly recommend moving on to Planet Ice to ice-skate and burn off as much energy as possible. If all that exercise gets them hungry, finish your day with a pizza from Papa Johns, or head to The Spon Gate for a family meal.

Located in the heart of Coventry, The Wave is the dream destination for young thrill seekers and exhausted parents alike. With six exhilarating slides, a wave pool, the ultimate lazy river, and a splash zone for the little ones, we guarantee you will not hear ‘I’m bored’ once.
If you’re looking for something completely new to wow the family with, why not take them to a Coventry Blaze match at Planet Ice on Sunday 16th or 23rd February? Filled with unforgettable action and an exciting atmosphere, this is certainly an activity that they won’t forget in a hurry. Plus, you may even inspire the next generation of ice hockey pros!
Get active in Coventry this February half-term
Shake away those cobwebs, burn off that energy, and let them loose this February half-term across Coventry’s beautiful parks, green spaces, farms and activity centres. With so much to choose from, you’re sure to find something to suit everyone in the family.

With 500 acres of wonderful wildlife, two parks, multiple cafés and a treetop adventure at Go Ape, Coombe Abbey Country Park is an incredible destination for families this half-term.With so much to do – and so many walking routes to explore – all that fresh air will have them (and quite possibly you) sleeping like a baby for the rest of the holiday.
War Memorial Park is another great space with everything you need to make it a fun day out. Take a family walk across the sprawling war memorial garden, before heading to the park to play, and maybe even stopping for a tasty treat…or two! This fantastic green space is ideal for families on a budget or who just want to get outside and get some fresh air.
One hidden gem in our local area is Warwick University with its very cool Climbing Walls and Esports Centre. Give them the gift of new skills and confidence this holiday by learning how to navigate the vertical ascent – a thrilling challenge for any budding adventurer. If you have a devoted gamer on your hands, then their dreams will absolutely come true in the Esports Centre – an entire space dedicated to gaming! Complete with consoles, arcade machines, high-spec gaming computers, board games, and F1 driving simulators… we’re pretty sure they’ll be in gaming heaven.
No half-term would be complete without a trip to the farm… and Hatton Adventure World tops our list as the best around. Meet the animals, take a spin on the teacups, and race through the soft play for a day of non-stop adventure. Plus, for this half-term only, Hatton’s resident magician, Professor Zoobee, will be running a Magic Academy to share his mystical secrets… ideal for aspiring mini-magicians everywhere.
If your children are slightly older and thrill-seeking is more their style, check out Adventure Sports Warwick for paintballing, laser tag, karting, and segway trekking – all hosted at their 100-acre Warwickshire site. Ideal for older families – or for getting a group of kids together while the parents relax – you’ll certainly be in their good books for getting this one in your diary.
On the hunt for something free… but still fun? Why not become a tourist in your own city and pick up a ‘Young Explorers’ trail from Coventry’s Visitor Centre? Explore the city centre by following the trail, learning about its fascinating history on the way. With questions to answer as you go, this is a wonderful way to connect your children with the city centre’s many attractions – and they can even win an exclusive Coventry Young Explorers badge at the end.
Take a trip to the theatre in Coventry this February half-term
From enjoying audience participation to watching captivating shows that inspire young minds, the theatre is an excellent trip out for families of all ages.
We are excited about the many options that The Albany Theatre has on offer over the half-term, starting with the hilariously titled, Mr Sleepy Bum on Saturday 15th February. When Mr Sleepy Bum awakes to find an audience full of friendly, family faces, silliness breaks out as he acts out his dreams and stretches his imagination to the limits.

On Sunday 16th February, Dinosaur Adventure Live comes crashing into The Albany, with an immersive and awe-inspiring performance featuring real-life (well, almost) dinosaurs.
Continue the half-term fun for the little ones with a slumber party in a giant sleepover den at Dance in the Dark on Wednesday 19th February. Designed for 3–6-year-olds, this wonderfully cosy show features contemporary dance, live music, immersive sound, scents, and audience interaction.
For children aged 4-11, the Jungle Book adaptation in the form of shadow puppet theatre on Thursday 20th February is a must-see, especially for those little minds interested in themes of climate change, belonging and friendship. Created by Indigo Moon Theatre, this is a wholly original trip to the theatre that will engage young ones and help older children reflect on some important themes.
The Warwick Arts Centre is also hosting an impressive line-up this half-term holiday.
Introduce your little ones to the joys of classical music with Paddington Bear’s First Concert on Sunday 16th February and An Afternoon at the Opera: My First Concert on Thursday 20th February. Or perhaps find laughter, fun, and a LOT of underwear in the retelling of the family favourite, Pirates Love Underpants on Monday 17th February.
Learn about the natural world on Tuesday 18th February in the form of storytelling with Breathe, an extraordinary puppetry journey through a busy forest – from the perspective of one tiny acorn. Or make science fun (and rather disgusting) with Rude Science!, on Thursday 20th February – the naughtiest, funniest, most revolting science show in the world.
Make memories in Coventry’s museums this half-term
Our precious museums bring history, culture and a wealth of learning to Coventry, making them fantastic spaces to explore during the half-term break.
The Coventry Transport Museum are hosting Tinker | Make | Play Engineers for 5–10-year-olds on Thursday 20th February, along with both Saturdays of the half-term. An enjoyable introduction to engineering, this workshop is great for finding out how things work, getting hands-on with lots of different materials, and encouraging creativity in a safe environment.
For older children, the MiCLab holiday club on Wednesday 19th February at the Transport Museum invites them to explore the theme of Change and Adapt in a whole day experience of getting hands-on with specially designed STEM activities. With both options including admission to the museum, it’s well worth a trip this half-term.
The Herbert Art Gallery and Museum is another firm favourite for families – and with the amazing activities available at half-term, it’s easy to see why. Across the week, get stuck into crafting magic and myths, with a range of activities that will fire up creativity. From turning mason jars into enchanted forests to making breathtaking masks and dragon wings, explore the fables of mythical beasts and spend time enjoying the museums’ exhibitions.
If sleepovers are more their thing, why not Doze under Dippy on Saturday 15th February, taking part in exciting family activities such as torch-light tours of the museum and creative arts and crafts. Once the lights go out, you can curl up under the feet of 26-foot Dippy the Diplodocus… which will certainly make for a memorable night.
Explore Coventry Cathedral during February half-term
Rich in history, Coventry Cathedral is an enticing spot for locals and tourists alike – but did you know that it also has lots of fantastic activities to suit families of all ages for half-term?

For those budding superheroes with an eye for design, join Let’s watch and make – The Lego Batman movie! This is a free, guided activity, that encourages play, crafting, and a love of all things Lego… all while watching a brilliant movie. What’s not to like!?
For an art exhibition with a difference, visit Do Touch! by artist Julia Snowdin. Instead of yelling, ‘don’t touch!’ every two seconds, save your breath in this immersive world of monstery art, all to explore through play. Suitable for all ages and abilities, you can let your little ones enjoy art in ways they’ve never been able to before.
On Wednesday 19th February, treat your family to a free, 20-minute Family Yoga with Rossana session. Suitable for families with children aged 4-11, stretch and bend your way to some peace and calm during this hectic holiday.
Finally, with plenty of indoor games and crafts, Let’s Play: February Half Term on Thursday 20th February is ideal to beat the boredom and get out to explore new ways to play and discover cool things to make.
With so much choice, we can guarantee that neither the kids nor parents will be bored this February half term! However you wish to enjoy your half term week, you can relax in the knowledge that Coventry has you covered.