February Half Term Events in Hampshire

Looking for ideas on how to entertain the children this February half term? There are plenty of fun family events and activities taking place in Hampshire to suit all ages. We’ve highlighted some of the best family-friendly events for February half term in Hampshire below and more will be added in the coming weeks.

The spring half term in Hampshire falls this year from Monday 16 February to Friday 20 February 2026 and there are so many fun events during half term week. 

Take a look at the listings below for more information on what's on over February half term. 

Family-friendly events in Hampshire during February half term

Take a look below at what's happening during February half term 2026. From spotting Disney and Pixar cars at Beaulieu's National Motor Museum through to marvelling at magic shows on the Watercress Line. 

Follow the Penguin brick hunt and have fun in the new indoor play area at Birdworld, head to Itchen Valley Country Park to follow the play trail or join in with some family bushcraft cooking at Sir Harold Hillier Gardens, you'll find plenty to entertain all ages.

More events are expected to be added in the lead up to this half term break. 

Days out in Hampshire over February half term

As well as a jam-packed programme of events you'll find a whole range of amazing attractions to visit this half term in Hampshire. Go wild at Marwell Zoo, Winchester; reach new heights at the Spinnaker Tower, Portsmouth; and explore whole worlds of fun at Paultons Park, which re-opens for the 2026 season just before February half term. 

Places to stay in Hampshire over February half term

Why not make your February half term visit to Hampshire extra special by extending it for a few days? There is a huge selection of hotels, B&Bs, cottages and self catering accommodation on offer to suit all budgets. Plus, be sure to check out our family-friendly places to stay. 

Ideas for what to do over February half term in Hampshire

If the British weather lives up to it's name, do not fear as we have put together the top 10 rainy days out in Hampshire.  

For even more events during February half term and beyond visit our What's On page.

Looking for more inspiration? Discover all of Hampshire's Attractions and Things To Do including our family attractions. You'll also find lots of ideas in our budget-friendly days out and our free days out in Hampshire pages.