What's On - May half term 2025

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May half term

Make the most of half term with our top picks of events and activities taking place across the county.

Plus – scroll to the bottom to find out how you could win a family ticket to Gloworm Festival this summer!

See our May half term top picks


Child using a virtual reality device in a library

Virtual reality libraries

Worksop, Kirkby-in-Ashfield, and Beeston Libraries
Various dates
FREE
No booking required

Come and experience mind blowing virtual reality content at your local library this May. Drop in, pop on a headset, and embark on some immersive experiences. Suitable for ages 10+.


Alan King of the Universe book

Children's author visit: Tom McLaughlin

Mansfield Central Library or Worksop Library
Tuesday 27 May
£3 per child, FREE for accompanying adults
Booking required

Hear Tom McLaughlin talk all things comic book related. The author of Alan, King of the Universe will be reading from his new book as well as doing live drawing and talking about his experiences of being a dyslexic author. Suitable for ages 6+.

Browse events at your local library


Jousting knight on horseback at Sherwood Forest

Gathering of the North

Sherwood Forest
Saturday 24 May to Monday 26 May
FREE, however special event £10 parking charge applies
No booking required

Step back to the time of Robin Hood for a thrilling weekend of jousts, hand to hand combat, and so much more. Try your hand at archery or axe-throwing, take part in craft workshops to learn Medieval techniques, and visit the trader village, which could have been transported straight out of the Middle Ages.

Find out more and plan your visit


Child on the zipwire at Adventures

Add an adventurous twist to half term

Adventures at Mill Waters, King's Mill Resevoir 
Open daily from Saturday 24 May to Sunday 1 June
Prices vary by activity
Booking required

Unforgettable experiences for all ages high above Mill Waters! Adventures await on the shore of King's Mill Reservoir, Sutton-in-Ashfield with fun activities for all the family. At Adventures, you can discover high-flying excitement for all ages! Take on High Trek or High Trek Plus, or bounce your way through the half term on the Net Park!

Book your adventure


White Post Wednesday at Rufford Abbey

Spring White Post Wednesday

Rufford Abbey Country Park
Wednesday 28 May
£3.50 per child
Purchase tickets on the day from Visitor Information

Meet charming creatures including mice, guinea pigs, bunnies, snakes, lizards, and even some fascinating creepy crawlies. The knowledgeable animal handlers from White Post Farm will be on hand to answer any questions, and make sure that visitors and animals are having a great time!

See more events happening at Rufford Abbey Country Park


Andy Day and the Odd Socks at Gloworm festival

Win a family ticket to Gloworm Festival!

Gloworm Festival is returning to Thoresby Park, Nottinghamshire, from 8 to 10 August this summer! Designed especially for families with young children, this all-inclusive weekend promises unforgettable fun.

To be in with a chance of winning a one-day family ticket for either Saturday 9 or Sunday 10 August, email competitions@nottscc.gov.uk with the subject Half Term Holiday by Thursday 5 June 2025, and let us know which day you would like to attend if you win!

Competition terms and conditions | Nottinghamshire County Council

See the Gloworm line up and find out more


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