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Local activities for half term

Story Time at Abbey House Museum


The Kirkstall Abbey House Museum has been saved from closure but we need to make sure we support this great venue. Why not head down at half term for their Story Time exhibition? A playful look at children’s story telling and imagination, featuring younger children’s books, songs and games from the museum collections.

All of 2025, cost: included in general admission. Find out more: Story Time


Support Cottage Road Cinema


We're so lucky to have this local historic cinema. Check out their listings for half-term here.


Leeds Valentine’s Fair at Millennium Square, Victoria Gardens and Cookridge Street


The UK’s best known Valentine’s event returns to Leeds with a range of rides, attractions and games will be available for families and thrill seekers to enjoy.

Friday 14 to Sunday 23 February, cost: free admission with individual admission fees for all rides and attractions. Find out more: Leeds Valentine’s Fair


The Bug Bigrade at Leeds Discovery Centre


Join for this free family workshop and explore Leeds Museums & Galleries' amazing insect collection. Monday 17 February, cost: free. Find out more: The Bug Bigrade


Wrongsemble presents... ‘The Lost Property Library’ at Leeds libraries


An interactive performance welcoming you to the Lost Property Library - a place where lost stories, memories, and objects come to be archived and kept safe. Monday 17 to Wednesday 19 February, cost: pay what you can. Find out more: The Lost Property Library


Who Do You See in the Gallery? at Leeds Art Gallery


Have fun drawing people in this school holiday workshop in Artspace, Leeds Art Gallery’s relaxed, family friendly, creative studio space. Tuesday 18 to Friday 21 February, cost: free. Find out more: What Do You See in the Gallery?


Roller Skating at Kirkgate Market


Take a spin with LS-TEN who will be doing guided roller-skating sessions. For ages 6+. Skates provided. No need to book, drop-in sessions. Tuesday 18 to Thursday 20 February, 11am to 3pm. Find out more: Roller Skating at Kirkgate Market



Miffy's 70th birthday celebration at Leeds City Museum


Celebrate Miffy's 70th birthday at Leeds City Museum by experiencing the exhibition, trail, crafts, and workshops taking place over half term. All half term, cost: free. Find out more: Exhibition, Trail, Crafts, Workshop


Perfect Partners at Tropical World


Help your little Explorers discover how our cute couples show their love for each other! Find out who likes to show off their dance moves, which animal changes colour and who loves to sing to their sweetheart. All half term, cost: free. Find out more: Perfect Partners


Bonus: take part in Leeds Hospitals' Charity fundraiser over half-term


And get a free bobble hat! More information here.



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