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
Tinker | Make | Play: Weird & Wonderful Engineers
Designed for ages 7-11 but all are welcome, unleash the power of play, invention and imagination this October half term with Coventry Transport Museum’s Weird & Wonderful engineering experience! Tinker with tools, create with all kinds of materials, and discover the joy of making. Will you build a wonderfully wacky robot, design a curious contraption, or invent something the world has never seen before?
Where: Coventry Transport Museum, Hales Street
Dates: 24th, 28th, & 31st October 2026
More info: https://www.transport-museum.com/events/1657/tinker-make-play-weird-wonderful-engineers
Future Engineers Club
More than just a holiday club, this is an engineering playground for STEM-curious kids aged 6–11 to build, invent, and explore with real tools. For £27.80 per child (with sibling discount available), 6–11-year-old STEM enthusiasts can enjoy an exciting, hands-on experience where young people can explore Science, Technology, Engineering, and Maths through specially designed activities. This October half term, they’ll be exploring inventions, coding and programming, and innovation.
Where: Coventry Transport Museum, Hales Street
Date: 29th October
More info: https://www.transport-museum.com/events/1648/future-engineers-kids-club
Curious Creatures & Creepy Crafts
Get creative this October half term with a week of autumn-inspired and spooky craft activities at the Herbert Art Gallery & Museum!
Drop in throughout the day to make a range of fun seasonal creations, from creepy critters to autumnal masterpieces. Whether you’re crafting colourful woodland creatures or spooky Halloween decorations, there’s something for children of all ages to enjoy.
Where: Herbert Art Gallery
Dates: 27th – 31st October
More info: https://www.theherbert.org/whats-on/1961/curious-creatures-creepy-crafts
Halloween half-term fun
The Cursed Guildhall
Spooky fun for all, young and older visitors can enjoy the return of Gertie the witch and her friends, who have taken over some of the Guildhall, making potions and wicked fun in the Great Hall.
Older visitors can come and brave the Plague Doctor in the Prince’s Chamber in “Appointment with the Plague doctor”, learning about the practices, and perhaps discover someone in your group may have the curse of the black death!
Groups up to six at a time | Included in admission | Time slotted, roughly every 30 minutes | Interaction is around fifteen minutes long.
Enjoy St Mary’s Plague themed family trail, join in Halloween crafts, create potions and spells, as well as our fun gaming kiosks, costumes and interpretation.
Where: St Mary’s Guildhall, Bayley Lane
Date: 24th – 31st October
More info: https://stmarysguildhall-tickets.ticketsolve.com/ticketbooth/shows/1173687080
Little Shop of Horrors
Feed your appetite for one of the most popular, hilarious and delicious musicals ever written.
When mild-mannered florist Seymour stumbles upon a strange and exotic plant, his luck seems to finally be turning. But this new green arrival has a very particular taste… and as success blooms and true love beckons, our hero has an impossible choice to make.
Packed with iconic songs, larger-than-life characters and a carnivorous plant with a mind of its own, this brand-new production promises big laughs, big tunes and exquisite stagecraft. Whether you know every lyric or are discovering the show for the first time, Little Shop of Horrors is a gloriously entertaining night out – funny, thrilling and just a little bit perilous!
Suitable for audiences aged 10+ with parental guidance. Just remember: whatever they offer you, don’t feed the plants.
Where: Belgrade Theatre
Date: 27th – 31st October
More info: https://www.belgrade.co.uk/events/little-shop-of-horrors/
Halloween Makers Market
A bewitching celebration of independent creativity, set in the heart of FarGo Village. This won’t be just any market – they’re conjuring up a full Halloween Day Out, with eerie extras and seasonal activities taking place across the village alongside the market itself.
Visitors will be encouraged to shop, eat, explore, and linger, soaking up family-friendly Halloween experiences, creative workshops, and all the cosy autumnal vibes the Village has to offer.
Where: FarGo Village
Date: 24th & 25th October
More info: https://www.fargovillage.co.uk/events/halloween-makers-market-2
Family activities in the city centre this half-term
Putt Putt Social
Visit Putt Putt Social, packed full of adventure, culture and fun.
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 fun day package is the perfect activity to keep older children and teens entertained. We promise you – they will enjoy this!
Choose your 3 games, from Shuffleboard, Augmented Reality Darts, American Pool, and Crazier Golf 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.
Find out more and book: https://www.odeon.co.uk/films/
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
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!