25th - 27th May 24, Maidstone
Discover colourful carnivals, dramatic jousting, arts, comedy, and some great free family fun days out across South East England this May half term. The Spring Bank holiday weekend also means you'll find an ever-growing number of events and activities for all ages, to get you out and about making the most of the long weekend. Whether you live here or are just in the region for a day out or enjoying a weekend away, take a look and discover what's on this half term holidays.
Find something near you to enjoy in our featured list below from value-added activities to family-friendly events. Whether you are looking for something to do over half term in Hampshire or along the South Coast, in the Surrey countryside, or planning on touring around the destination, use the links above to search what's on or head to the bottom of the page for a full listing of events across the South East over the half term holidays.
Planning a May half-term holiday? Discover great value accommodation across the South East for a spring getaway. You can also search by destinations to link up with the local offical tourism websites across the region. Our newsletter archive and YouTube channel is also a great place to discover things to do in South East England.
May half term runs from Saturday 26th May to Sunday 1st June across South East England and includes the Spring Bank Holiday on Monday 28th May. This is the last of the three bank holidays in the UK in May. The May holidays generally bring brighter longer days, more consistent weather and see the South East welcoming a host of music events and food festivals, outdoor trails and evening events to keep everybody thoroughly entertained.
Find hundreds more events and things to do in Hampshire, the Isle of Wight, Sussex, Kent, Surrey, Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire, Dorset this May Half Term holiday and Spring Bank holiday in our guide below. Whether you're looking for something near you, or if you are travelling to a part of South East England for a short break or day trip, use the 'map view' button to find something local.
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Walking
Haywards Heath
Imagine a walk where as you go, you can recognise the species of birds by their song and call, tune into their dramas of territory and predators, and at the same time feel that little bit more connected to the natural world.
Join bird expert and…
Theatre
Winchester
One of the best-loved and most versatile opera stars of the last 40 years, Sir Willard White's illustrious career has taken him to the most prestigious opera houses and concert halls throughout the world.
Sir Willard will be accompanied by the…
Easter
Reading
Join the free Easter Trail between 5th - 21st April and find the 12 Easter eggs hidden in shop windows around Reading town centre! Simply grab your Easter Trail map from The Oracle Customer Service Desk, Reading Museum, Broad Street Mall,…
Arts
High Street, Maidenhead
Step-by-step painting workshops in pubs and bars across Surrey, Sussex, Hampshire and Kent. Even if you haven't painted since school you will be able to create your very own work of art at a pub with The Paint Club.
This is not your usual art…
Exhibitions
Chichester
Explore the profound connection between nature, sound, and art in a new series by one of Britain's most celebrated artists.
Outdoor Event / Activities
Bournemouth
Have fun (re-)discovering Bournemouth, spotting things you've never noticed before, with two quirky, self-guided treasure hunt style heritage walks - a fun and affordable way to get some fresh air, whilst finding out more about this charming seaside…
Food
Maidenhead
Buy direct from local farmers, growers and dedicated small artisan producers and benefit from fresh quality food, honestly produced with a known provenance.
Music
Salisbury
Join us in the intimate setting of Salisbury Cathedral's North Transept for an exciting and varied series of chamber music performed by candlelight.
Friday 17 January 2025, 8pm
Winter Words by Candlelight
Highly acclaimed British tenor, Ruairi…
Easter
Hailsham
80,000 daffodil bulbs bloom in the grounds of a magnificent Tudor mansion.
School Holidays
Farnham
Don't miss out on this prehistoric extravaganza! Grab your family and friends for a dino-themed adventure!
Music
Thames Side, Kingston
Kingston Undercurrents is a monthly celebration of bold, fresh sounds and raw talent shaping the indie music scene in Kingston, Southwest London. Curated by Paper Garden Records and brought to you by FUSEBOX, this dynamic showcase features…
Music
Eastbourne
With more than 100 concerts across the season, Eastbourne Bandstand has a packed line-up in 2025, including the return of the 1812 Proms & Firework Nights on Wednesday evenings from 11th June to 3rd September (except 18th June), and Traditional…
General event
Reading
Enjoy a luxurious night away with that special someone. The Roseate Reading is just 25 minutes from London and is the perfect place to relax and get away from the everyday stresses of life.
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