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October half term fun in Coventry and the West Midlands

Enjoy October half term around Coventry and the West Midlands without spending a fortune.

Published: 14th October 2024

October half term fun in Coventry and the West Midlands

Enjoy October half term around Coventry and the West Midlands without spending a fortune. We have pulled together a list of all the autumn fun happening around the area that are free or budget friendly.

Free thing to do

Freaky Family Fun Day at Herberts Art Gallery and Museum

Families can join the Freaky Family Fun Day at Herbert Art Gallery & Museum on Saturday, 26th October 2024, from 11am to 3pm! This FREE event allows visitors to explore the new Microworld exhibition and enjoy activities such as spooky skeleton crafting, mask making, face painting, and chilling stories in the Undercroft.

You can also catch a Halloween performance by Rebel Manifesto Aerial Studio and take part in spooky tours around the galleries. Plus, the alien family from The Roswells will be there for a fun sci-fi experience! It’s a day filled with creativity and excitement for all ages—no booking required, just drop in!

For more information visit Herberts Art Gallery and Museums website.

Hop on any of the following services to get you there, 11, 12X, 24, 85A

Coventry Cathedral

Let's Play & Picnic

Enjoy a Let's Play & Picnic at Coventry Cathedral on Tuesday, 29th October from 10:30am to 12:00pm. With indoor games and crafts for families, it's a free event. Feel free to bring a picnic and enjoy it in the warmth of the New Cathedral. No booking required!

For more information visit Coventry Cathedrals website.

Let's Watch and Make: Flushed Away

Coventry Cathedral is hosting Let’s Watch and Make on Saturday 26th October. Watch the animated adventure Flushed Away and enjoy creative activities afterward. Free entry, but make sure to pre-book your tickets. Perfect for a family morning out!

For more information visit Coventry Cathedrals website.

Hop on any of the following services to get you there,11, 12X, 24, 20, 20A, 21, 21A

West Orchards Craft Fair

Don’t miss the Autumn Craft Fairs at West Orchards on 26th-27th October 2024. With free entry, discover beautiful handmade items, seasonal gifts, and delicious baked goods from local creators. Just turn up and enjoy!

For more information visit West Orchards website.

Hop on any of the following services to get you there, 2, 2A, 6, 17, 17A, 21, 21A, 20, 20A

Activities

Tinker | Make | Play Engineers: Splats at The Transport Museum

This October half-term, Coventry Transport Museum invites families to explore the science of splats at the Tinker | Make | Play: Splats workshops on 26th, 31st October, and 2nd November 2024, from 10am to 3pm. This FREE event (with admission) is suitable for all ages and includes activities like creating splatter paintings, dismantling everyday objects, and building splat machines. A dedicated play area is available for younger participants. Designed to spark curiosity and creativity, these workshops offer a fun introduction to engineering for everyone!

Hop on any of the following services to get you there, 2, 2A, 13, 13A, 57, 20, 20A

Halloween at St Mary's Guildhall

This October, St Mary’s Guildhall in Coventry offers a variety of thrilling events for all ages!

The Wild Hunt Lantern Workshop (6th, 13th, 20th, 27th, & 29th October): Get creative by designing spooky lanterns for the Halloween night parade, followed by a shadow puppet show.
Guildhall Ghost Stories & Tudor Superstitions Tour (21st October): Explore the haunted history of the guildhall, including chilling tales of superstition and a visit to the medieval kitchen.
Penny's Pumpkin Pickle (26th - 31st October): Help Pumpkin Penny solve a mystery in her pumpkin patch by following clues and crafting a mini scarecrow. Meet the Tudors, learn about their medicine, and create a plague charm!

Don't miss this spook-tacular Halloween adventure—bring family and friends along for the fun! Tickets can be booked online on St Mary's Guildhalls website.

Hop on any of the following services to get you there, 11, 12X, 24, 85A

Halloween Makers Market at Fargo Village

The Fargo Village Halloween Makers Market is back, showcasing talented local makers! Get ready for a fun day filled with independent creativity!

Hop on any of the following services to get you there, 7, 7B, 8

Herberts Art Gallery

Skulls, Spooky Skeletons & Animals

The Skulls, Spooky Skeletons & Animals event at Herbert Art Gallery & Museum runs from 26th October to 2nd November (excluding Monday and Sunday) from 10:30am to 3:30pm. For £2.50 per child (free for under 3s), visitors can drop in and explore their creativity inspired by the Human Remains and Animal Taxidermy collections.

Families can create chalk drawings, collaborative art pieces, and cotton skeletons while sharing thoughts on the exhibits. This is a fun opportunity to contribute to a visual display and enjoy different activities throughout the week as they celebrate the spooky season!

For more information visit Herbert Art Gallery website.

Hop on any of the following services to get you there, 11, 12X, 24, 85A

Mini Ravers, Little Monsters Halloween Festival

Get ready for the Mini Ravers Little Monsters Halloween Festival on 27th October 2024 from 2pm to 4pm at 147 Nightclub, Coventry. Families can enjoy live characters, confetti cannons, a 90's rave, and more. . Fancy dress is welcome!

Use code 'Blaze' for 10% off tickets

For more information and to book your tickets visit Mini Ravers website.

Hop on any of the following services to get you there, 3S, 7, 7B, 8

The Baddies at Warwick Arts Centre

Enjoy The Baddies at Warwick Arts Centre from 26th-27th October 2024. A witch, troll, and ghost try to spook a girl in this funny adaptation of Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler’s story, complete with catchy songs by Joe Stilgoe. A perfect show for ages 3+ and the whole family!

Hop on any of the following services to get you there, 11, 14, 12X

The Albany Theatre

Dear Zoo

Dear Zoo is coming to The Albany Theatre on Saturday, 2nd November at 1 PM. Join Ben and Sally as they search for the perfect pet in this fun show with puppets and songs. Tickets are £15 for kids and £17 for adults, with discounts for groups. It's a great first theatre experience for young children!

For more information visit The Albany Theatres website

The Bear Who Went to War

The Bear Who Went to War is a heart-warming adaptation based on the true story of Wojtek, a bear who served in the Polish army during World War II. Running at The Albany Theatre from 30th October to 2nd November 2024 at 1:30 PM and 6:30 PM, this show is suitable for ages 7 and up. Tickets are £9 for children and concessions and £11 for adults, with family discounts available. Audiences will enjoy a touching tale of bravery and friendship, featuring life-size puppets and a cast of six actor-musicians.

For more information visit The Albany Theatres website

Hop on any of the following services to get you there, 2, 2A, 6, 6A, 14, 14A

Legoland Discovery Centre

Brick or treat

Families are in for a treat this October at LEGOLAND® Discovery Centre Birmingham's Halloween party. With access to thrilling rides, spooky LEGO play zones, soft play areas, and a 4D cinema, there’s plenty to keep little monsters entertained. All Halloween fun comes included in the admission price!

Scare-venger hunt

Enter the haunted mini land if you dare, to follow the clues to help solve the pumpkin puzzle.

Add to the LEGO pumpkin patch

Create your own LEGO pumpkin to add to the LEGO pumpkin patch hall of fame and be in with a chance of winning some scarily good prizes.

Lego character meet and greet

Get ready to meet our spook-tacular mascot, Scarecrow, and join him for a Halloween Boo-gie at one of our fun-filled dance parties!

For more information on half term activities visit the LEGOLAND® Discovery Centre website.

Hop on our X1 service to get you there.

Bear Grylls Adventures

Push yourself to the limit and achieve the unexpected. From high ropes, indoor climbing, the iFly wind tunnel even snorkelling with sharks. The Bear Grylls Adventure indoor and outdoor activity centre is your chance to try something new

Bear Grylls is easy to get to via the X1 service to Birmingham International and then a short walk through the NEC.

For more information visit Bear Grylls Adventures website.

Kids eat for free or less than £5

Morrisons- Kids aged under 16 eat free in Morrisons cafes all day, everyday, when you buy an adult meal for £4.99 or over.

ASDA - Kids eat for £1 all day every day with no adult spend required.

Tesco - Kids eat free at Tescos cafes from Monday to Friday when an adult uses a clubcard.

Sainsburys - Kids eat for £1 in Sainsbury's cafes

F1 Arcade - Kids eat free with every adult meal purchase.

Dunelm- Kids get one mini main, two snacks, and a drink for free with every £4 spent after 3 pm.

IKEA - Kids eat from 95p

Hungry Horse - Kids can eat for £1 every Monday

Bella Italia - Kids eat FREE on Thursdays, or kids eat for £1 Sunday to Wednesday, with the purchase of an adult meal.

Sizzling Pubs - Get a kids main meal for £1 when you buy an adult "sizzling meal"

Premier Inn - Two under 16's can eat breakfast for free (with one paying adult)

Travelodge - Up to 2 children aged 15 or under eat FREE for every full paying adult.

Bills- Up to two kids can eat free ALL DAY from Monday 21st October – Friday 1st November 2024.

The Real Greek - Free kids meal for every £10 spent by an adult on Sundays

Enjoy a spook-tacular half term of fun around Coventry and the West Midlands and don't forget to plan your journey around the city with National Express West Midlands.