50+ family-friendly events in and around Cardiff for half term February 2026

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It’s February half term with the schools in Cardiff off from Monday 16 to Friday 20 February. And, you know the drill by now, I’ve rounded up all the family-friendly events I can find in Cardiff and surrounding areas. There’s loads going on, from theatre shows and family arts and craft sessions to outdoor adventures and animal encounters. There’s loads of free or low costs events too.

Do check ahead with the venues as all events are subject to change or cancellation. And if you visit anywhere you see here, let them know you saw it on Cardiff Mummy Says.

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Wednesday 11-Saturday 14 February

Age guidance 3-7; approx 45 minutes

£12; separate English and Welsh performances.

Pete the badger likes everything to be neat and tidy: the flowers, the leaves, even the other animals. But, when autumn comes, he gets a little bit carried away with cleaning up the forest and accidently destroys his own home. Based on the much-loved children’s book by author and illustrator, Emily Gravett, Tidy and Welsh-language version Taclus is a gentle but cautionary tale about the value of the world around us and what happens if we don’t look after it. With beautiful puppets, original music and a touch of silliness, this playful story will delight young audiences, as it explores how everyone needs a little bit of wild chaos in their lives.

Saturday 14-Thursday 19 February

£8-£16

Age guidance 12+

From the writers of Hairspray comes John Waters’ cult classic teen rebellion, bursting onto the stage with guitar riffs, bad behaviour and deliciously twisted 1950s satire. Meet Wade ‘Cry Baby’ Walker, Baltimore’s baddest good boy, and Allison, the society sweetheart who falls hard for him and his crew of leather clad outcasts. As the clean cut squares declare war on the rock and roll misfits, this gloriously unhinged musical ignites into a high camp riot of romance, rebellion and rockabilly.

Saturday 14 February, 10am and 2pm; optional shadow puppet workshop 12pm

£12 adults, £10 children

Age guidance 5+; 45 minutes plus time to meet the puppets

Step into a world of wonder with Gaby Gulliver’s Travels, a magical shadow puppet theatre show for children and adults. Follow eight-year-old Gaby as she journeys through fantastical parallel worlds, discovering what it feels like to be big or small. Through immersive shadow puppetry, original live music, and engaging storytelling, Indigo Moon Theatre present a contemporary reimagining of Gulliver’s Travels.

Saturday 14 February, 11am and 2pm

£8-£10

Friday 20 February, 1pm and 3pm

£6-£8

Age guidance 6+

This Welsh language production follows Gwen, an anxious polar bear, who wakes up on a broken icecap hundreds of miles away from her family. On her perilous journey through the Arctic Ocean, she will have to find her courage, as well as her way home. Centred on themes of climate change, home and confidence, Gwen yr Arth Wen fuses puppetry, music and visual storytelling to form a rich and exciting show about finding confidence in yourself.

Monday 16-Saturday 21 February

£33-£49

Age guidance 12+

Fresh from record-breaking seasons at five West End 2:22 A Ghost Story is a brilliantly funny and adrenaline-filled night where secrets emerge and ghosts may or may not appear… What do you believe? And do you dare discover the truth? This supernatural thriller stars James Bye (Eastenders), Natalie Casey (2 Pints of Lager and a Packet of Crisps), Jenny believes her new home is haunted, but her husband Sam isn’t having any of it. They argue with their first dinner guests, old friend Lauren and new partner Ben. Can the dead really walk again? Belief and scepticism clash, but something feels strange and frightening, and that something is getting closer, so they’re going to stay up… until 2:22… and then they’ll know.

Tuesday 17 February, 10.30am

£5-£12

Age guidance 0-5

Follow Dwrgi the otter as she explores rivers and streams, finding magic and mischief along the way. This bi-lingual multi-sensory theatre experience is perfect for under 5s, focussing on storytelling, language and rewilding ourselves. Seamlessly intertwining Welsh and English, it’s perfect for Welsh speakers, English speakers and learners of both.

Wednesday 18 February, 12.30pm and 3.30pm

£20

60 minutes, no interval

When Danny and Dino’s favourite rock band are playing their last ever concert, they go on a quest to get the last two tickets. But with a villainous band manager lurking, nothing goes to plan. Adapted from the number one best-selling books by Tom Fletcher and Dougie Poynter, the whole family will have a poopy good time enjoying a brand, new story for the stage. Featuring new songs by Tom and Dougie, a lot of laughs – and a whole lot of poo! 

Friday 20 February, 12.30pm and 3.30pm

£15.50; 45 minutes

The stage adaptation of the award-wining children’s book is filled with beautiful puppets, catchy tunes and an uplifting tale of self-acceptance. Gertie is great at being the littlest yak, but she doesn’t want to be little, she wants to grow up in this story which celebrates you being perfect just the way you are.

Friday 20 February, 2pm

Adults £12.50, children £9.50

Age guidance 4+; 60 minutes running time

A family-friendly circus comedy show, which sees an unlikely character and his box bring audiences together through joyful awe, never knowing what to expect next. With every opening of the box comes new trick shots, mini acts, and even a chance to take part in the show. Performed by Darryl Carrington from Newport, Out of the Box has been performed at the Edinburgh Fringe and is a celebration of play throughout your life, whatever your age, bringing generations together through seriously skilful silliness.

Sunday 22 February, 12pm-7pm

Final release of tickets from £33.25 (limited availability)

A celebration of the biggest pop icons, epic performances, and non-stop party energy 

This isn’t just a concert – it’s a full-on pop-powered experience designed for kids who love music, dancing, and living out their pop star dreams with their besties by their side. Expect dazzling live tribute performances from tributes to Olivia Rodrigo, Taylor Swift, Sabrina Carpenter, Dua Lipa, and Beyoncé.

Sunday 15 February, 10am-4pm

Celebrate the year of the horse with activities for all the family. Some are free, others are ticketed or pay what you can, including arts and crafts (choose from dragon making, mask making and horse making), storytelling with traditional tales (£3 or pay what you can, book in advance), music and dance performances (£3 or pay what you can).

Tuesday 17, Wednesday 18 and Sunday 22 February

Free family activities to welcome the official start of the lunar new year.

Tuesday 12pm-4pm – free drop-in origami & calligraphy workshop, plus a Peking opera act to welcome the Year of the Horse (12.30pm, 1.30pm and 2.30pm) 

Wednesday 12pm-4pm – free activities from Explore Learning including Lucky Red Envelope maths

Sunday 12pm-5pm – workshops, performances, paper-cutting, lantern making, Chinese knot crafting, and the chance to meet our Chinese White Lion (12.30pm, 2pm and 3.30pm)

The Riverfront, Newport

Saturday 21 February, 10am-4pm

Celebrate the Year of the Fire Horse with a full day of vibrant performances, hands-on workshops, and family-friendly activities. Activities include a dragon and lion dance parade, pom pom panda, Chinese calligraphy, tai chi taster, lantern making, live musical performances and more.

Thursday 19 February, 10am-11am and 12pm-1pm

£5 per child, age 5+

Dive into a world of colour, creativity, and hands-on fun with a family-friendly craft session.

Monday 16-Friday 20 February, 10,30am-12pm

Get creative with free family craft workshops at the independent Cardiff coffee shop.

Tuesday 17-Saturday 21 February, 11am-4pm

A free programme of drop-in craft workshops with a different theme every day. A chance for children to get crafty, embrace their imaginations and take home a feel-good creation – all set against a vibrant rainbow backdrop and balloon display to lift everyone’s spirits. No need to book, just drop in – although space is limited so at busy times visitors may need to wait.

Tuesday – paper heart flowers with a hidden message inside

Wednesday – animated butterfly models

Thursday – rain sticks

Friday – sensory ball making

Saturday – happiness jar workshop

FREE Traditional board games

Wednesday 18 and Friday 20 February, 10am-4pm

Holiday Movie Magic: The Spongebob Movie

Various screenings, Sunday 15-Saturday 22 February £6.45

Cymru Crafts

Tuesday 17 February 10am

£6.50

A hands-on crafting session inspired by St David’s Day – make paper daffodils, Welsh flag art, Celtic-pattern prints and more.

Saturday 14 February-Sunday 22 February

Can you find all of your favourite book characters hidden around the Children’s section? Spot them all, and you’ll get a sweet prize.

Tuesday 17 and Friday 20 February, 11am

Age guidance 2-4 (although all ages welcome)

Visit the children’s section and listen to some favourite picture books.

Wednesday 18 February, 11.30am-12.30pm

Free but tickets must be booked in advance

Join Josh Hicks, creator of the new You Vs series for an exclusive Choose Your Own Adventure workshop. The You Vs series will transport you into a thrilling world where YOU are in control of the story! With multiple pathways and different endings, this interactive reading experience is perfect for fans of gaming, graphic novels, and comics. Josh will dive deep into the world of choose-your-own-path storytelling, sharing insights on crafting these immersive, branching narratives.

Wednesday 18 February, 11am-3pm

Drop in for free crafty fun for all the family.

Saturday 14-Saturday 21 February, Saturday 28-Sunday 1 March

Make or decorate your own sunny daffodil to display in the Senedd or to take home.

Saturdays and Sundays, 10am-4pm

Adults £10.48, adult plus one child 3-14 £10.48, additional child £2.62

Wales’ largest independent and undercover aircraft museum, with interactive exhibits and hands-on activities.

Thursday to Sunday, 10.30am, 12.30pm, 3pm

Adults £15, children £12, family £42; age guidance 7+
A behind the scenes look at the BBC’s newest and most advanced studios. Visit the state-of-the-art television and radio studios to discover the secrets of making a BBC programme, see the BBC newsrooms, packed with cutting-edge technology including augmented reality, virtual reality and robotic cameras, take a sneak peek at TV galleries and other broadcast facilities, and lots more.

Friday 13-Sunday 22 February, 10am-4pm

Included in general admission – adults £5.60, children 5-17 £3.90, family (2+up to 3) £17.90, family (1+up to 3) £12.70, under 5s free, free for Cadw members

A family trail where you can sniff, touch, and guess your way around a real Roman bathhouse. Can you figure out those strange smells? Are you brave enough to take a whiff? 

Included in regular admission, adults £10, children 5-17 £7, family (2+up to 3) £32, family (1+ up to 3) £22, under 5s free, free for Cadw members

Saturday 14 February, 10am-3pm

Make something crafty to take home and give to a loved one. No need to book.

Saturday 14-Sunday 22 February

£1 per ride, age guidance 2-11

Saturday 14-Sunday 22 February, 10am-4pm

Age guidance 4+

Find the bees that have flown away from the hive on the coloured wooden boards of animals and plants around the museum. Pick up a free bilingual trail map from the reception desk. 

Saturday 14-Saturday 21 February, 10am-5pm

A showcase of local Welsh crafting talent, including pottery, handmade body products, jewellery, textiles and more.

From £10-£16, book in advance

Until 28 June 2026

Dedicated to one of Wales’ most extraordinary artists, this is a once-in-a-generation exhibition, bringing together rarely seen works from Amgueddfa Cymru and collections from around the world to celebrate her 150th birthday. It is the first major collection of her work in over forty years.

Wednesday 18 February, 6pm-9pm

Age 5+

A free hands-on science and engineering evening suitable for all the family – must be booked in advance. Explore lots of activities connected to sustainability as well as some favourites like the return of the robots. Meet scientists and engineers from Amgueddfa Cymru and Cardiff University and explore lots of fun, interactive activities, including a packed programme of entertaining talks and shows in the theatre including A Science Rapper’s Guide to the Solar System; find out all about mammoths next to the new mammoth skeleton Tom Bones; discover the mammals of Wales and play ‘who’s poo is that?’; make your head spin with some brain games, and lots more.

Until Sunday 22 February 2026 

Final chance to visit! Discover how hip hop has shaped Welsh culture in this exhibition celebrating the evolution of the genre and artform in Wales. Celebrate the style, culture, community, artists, dance and fashion through the stories of the people who shaped hip hop’s past, present, and future. From the artists, dancers, and communities that make up the scene in Wales.

Monday 16, Wednesday 18 and Friday 20-Saturday 21 February, 10am-12pm and 1pm-4pm

It’s 100 years since Caerleon’s Amphitheatre was unearthed – Britain’s only fully excavated Amphitheatre, and a place Romans would have enjoyed sports and entertainment. Visit to find out about the excavations and the amazing archaeologist who did most of the work, Tessa Wheeler. Plus there’s a chance to discover some objects of your own in the mini ‘Dig Pit!’

Wednesday 18 February, 11am-3pm

Drop in for free crafty fun for all the family.

Saturday 14-Saturday 21 February, Saturday 28-Sunday 1 March

Make or decorate your own sunny daffodil to display in the Senedd or to take home.

Wednesday 18-Thursday 19 February

Free, but limited availability on a first-come, first-served basis

A choice of four free 360° pop-up planetarium show. Travel back in time and fly with dinosaurs, explore climate driven phenomena occurring on planet Earth, hunt for life in our solar system and beyond or immerse yourself in an astronomer guided tour of the night sky.

Wednesday 18 February, 11am-3pm
Join community artist Nathan Sheen for free family crafts-based sessions.

Monday 16-Sunday 22 February

Crack codes, complete puzzles, and solve riddles as you explore the exhibition! Perfect for families with sharp eyes and curious minds. This free puzzle trail turns your visit into an interactive adventure, encouraging you to look closer and think creatively along the way.

Wednesday 18 February, 10.30am and 12.30pm

Can you make a bubble last forever? Can bubbles be made square? Are you brave enough to stick a skewer in a balloon? In one of science made simple’s most popular shows, we discover the best bits of bubbles and of balloons. From blowing them up to bursting them, discover all the amazing things you can do in between.

Monday 16-Friday 20 February

£12 per child

An opportunity for children to delve into the natural world and learn through a hands-on and innovative experience. Take part in a winter wonderland wildlife experience, meeting a range of woodland animal friends including owls, mice, rabbits and a fox.

Saturday 14-Sunday 22 February

£5.50 per person, £19.80 group of 4 (includes donation)

Meet animals of all shapes and sizes, including rabbits, ferrets, alpacas, and donkeys. Play in the outdoor park, explore the semi-ancient woodland, and explore the trails including Gnome Man’s Land.

Events this half term include

Share the Love – meet and interact with the reptiles

Saturday 14 and Sunday 22 February

Share the Love meet smaller fluffy animals

Monday 16-Friday 20 February

£5 (plus usual entry)

Be A Farmer

Sunday 15 February

£39, 8-12 year olds

Saturday 14-Sunday 22 February

Adults from £10.50, children 3-12 from £7, under 3s free

A jam-packed week of activities including cuddle corner, milking demonstration, tractor rides, greet and groom, plus entertainment including a magic show and animal encounters (see website for dates). Plus all the usual farm fun, including more than 20 different animal species, indoor and outdoor play and lots more.

Saturday 14-Sunday 22 February

Adults £11.50 and children 3+ £11.50, child 1-2 £5.50, under 1s free

The wildlife park is home to more than 300 creatures, from farm animals including horses, cows, sheep, pygmy goats, micro pigs, donkeys, alapacas and more as well as more exotic residents such as meerkats, capybaras, armadillos, prairie dogs, skunks and wallabies.

Saturday 14-Sunday 22 February

Adults and children 93cm+ £17.41, children under 93cm £8,97, babies free (when booked online in advance)

Visit the lambing barn where the ewes are expecting their young, watch a lambing show and learn about the latest arrivals and how they are cared for, plus the usual farm activities and shows including meeting smaller animals in the pet handing show, plenty of indoor and outdoor adventure such as sand play, crazy golf, the candy cannon and Mr Ev’s comedy show.

£12.05 per person, under 18 months free

Dino Day

Monday 16 February

T-Rex encounter, ranger training, baby dino story time and more. Book in advance.

Tractor Week

Tuesday 17-Sunday 22 February

See the tractors up close.

Plus all the usual farm activities, a huge indoor play centre, outdoor play, lots of animals, train rides and more.

Saturday 14-Sunday 22 February, 10am-4pm

Y Mis Bach is an interactive spotter trail designed to help children learn all about nature in winter and have lots of fun outside even during the chillier month of February. pick-up your bingo sheet when you arrive and learn all about what lovely little things happen in the gardens during winter.

Saturday 14-Sunday 28 February, 11.30am-2.45pm

Included in regular admission – adults £14.50, children 5-7 £7.20, under 5s free, family (2+3) £35.80, family (1+3) £21.50 (Gift Aid prices), or free for National Trust memberships

Step into the magical world of Welsh mythology this half term. Join Rhubi, the spirited Welsh pixie, as children journey through Celtic chronicles and walk through the gardens to uncover iconic legends from the Mabinogion – the earliest collection of Welsh prose.

Saturday 14-Sunday 22 February

£2 per trail

Pick up a wildlife trail map and help the rangers track down the missing animals. Crack the clues and then claim your prize.

Wednesday 18 February, 10am-11am

£13 per participant

Build your own bird box with the help of the Ranger team at Bryngarw Country Park. A bird box is a great way to attract birds to your garden, giving them a helping hand by providing them with somewhere to nest, and giving you a special view into the lives of our feathered friends.

Tuesday 17 and Friday 20 February, 11am

£15 RSPB members, £17 non-members

A hands-on activity designed to create something that will help wildlife in your garden. You will build and decorate your own bird box using pre-cut materials, with guidance and support throughout. Along the way, you’ll learn why bird boxes are important, where to place them, and how they help support local bird populations.

The Otter Detectives

Sunday 15 February, 11am-12pm and 1.30pm-2.30pm

The Insect Lab

Friday 20 February, 11am-12pm and 1.30pm-2.30pm

Louby Lou’s storytelling have created two interactive outdoor story experiences to share the stories of the creatures of the Vale of Glamorgan. In The Otter Detectives, the creature crime department are called in to create a local vandalism act that is rather stinky to say the least. In The Insect Lab, a special group of beetles are at work in a top secret location.

Free entry, parking is £8.50 per car

Loads to do for all the family from huge playgrounds and a fairytale village to a farm area and nature walks, plus a packed half term programme of events (some are ticketed or for a small charge)

Valentine’s themed pottery or sand art card

Saturday 14 February, 11am-3pm, from £4.50

Junior Photography Walk

Sunday 15 February, 10.30am

Discover Birds

Sunday 15 February, 11am

Make a birdfeeder, plus bird-themed crafts

Drumming Sessions

Tuesday 17 February, 11am, £2 per person

Half term crafts

Tuesday 17 February, 11am-3pm

Dinosaurs and Unicorns

Wednesday 18 February, 11am-3pm

Scrumptious Stories

Wednesday 18 February, 11.30am, 12.30pm and 1.30pm

Roald Dahl-themed storytelling sessions

Wildspace Workshops

Thursday 19 and Friday 20 February

St David’s Day crafts

Friday 20 February, 11am

Meet The Farmer

Friday 20 February, 1pm

Saturday 14-Sunday 22 February

£15 per person

Tackle CoedLan’s 18 obstacles, including a balance beam, zig zag bridge, cargo net and a 50m zip wire. No need to book in advance – buy your tickets in advance or on the day from the reception desk on a first come, first served basis. Participants must be 110cm tall and aged 6 or over in order to take part. Children between 110cm and 130cm must be accompanied by an individual over 130cm and aged 12 years old or over. Maximum weight 18 stone.

Saturdays and Sundays 14-15 and 21-22 February, 10am-4pm

Adults £12, children £10, under 3s free,

K-Pop Weekends feature three live shows a day from the castle balcony with meet and greets after the shows.

Monday 16-Friday 20 February, 10am-4pm

Adults £12, children £1, under 3s free

Kids go for just £1 with the dino weekends – meet the rangers and get up and close with baby dinosaurs.

Plus usual Fonmon adventures, including Jurassic Wales dinosaur walk, Medieval Grange, Welsh Folklore Story Trail, castle and gardens, science centre, craft centre, and more.

Adults £2, under 1s £2.50 (free with an older sibling), ages 1-3 £6.50, ages 4-12 £8.50

Saturday 14-Sunday 22 February

Be among the first to try Parc’s brand new adventure trail, a creative St David’s Day colouring competition and hidden golden tickets throughout the day with prizes to be won. Plus all the usual indoor and outdoor play, climbing frames, slides, sand play and more.

Saturday 14-Sunday 22 February

£11.90 for adults and children 6+, £5.40 under 5s, family of 3 £32.40, family of 4 £38.10

Choose from Tropical Trail and Ancient Explorer 18 hole courses – or maybe even both.  Free facepainting for customers on Saturday and Sunday 14-15 and 21-22 February

Monday 16-Saturday 20 February, 10am-4pm

Help support Marie Curie with The Great Daffodil Appeal Puzzle Trail, to mark 40 years of the annual Great Daffodil Appeal. Pick up a free sticker sheet from Pen & Paper, follow the puzzle pieces around the arcade (they make up the print you can see in this photo), and then once you’ve found all the pieces, head back to collect your own copy of the limited-edition 40th anniversary print designed by local illustrator Bethan Richards. Limited free prints each day for completing the trail. Free entry although donations to Marie Curie are appreciated.

Saturday 14 February-Sunday 1 March

A huge range of activities for families, from creative workshops such as Glow Gallery, and adventurous activities including high and low ropes, forest nets, adventure golf, archery, axe throwing and lots more.

Tuesday 16 February, 11am-12pm and 1.30pm-2.30pm

£7.05 per person

Age guidance: under 10s. Approx 40 minutes

Join the Louby Lou Storytelling team for an adventure. With the Giants away on their holiday, Fairy Flora has been tasked to look after their castle and protect their precious gold. With a series of beanstalks recently sprouting as high as the clouds, it’s only a matter of time before someone climbs to Giant’s land in search of treasure.

Saturday 14-Sunday 22 February

Usual admission adults £14, children £12, under 3s free, family (2+3) £48 (Gift Aid prices)

PLUS £2.50 per person, per show in addition

Visit Techiquest for more than 100 hands-on science exhibitions. Plus extra events this half term include:

Star Tours – 25 minute Planetarium show, ages 7+

Find out more about familiar constellations, the planets, how stars are born and how they die in the digital planetarium.

Bubbles and Blasts – 30 minute live science show, ages 5+

Explore the weird and wonderful world of bubbles and blasts – how are they made, what happens when they’re filled with different gases and can we blow then up?

Air & Flare – 45 minute lab workshop, ages 7+

Unleash the power of air and explore the wonders of pressure in this hands-on workshop.

Little Bear – 25 minute Planetarium show, ages under 7

Join little bear as she plays dot-to-dot with the stars and spots animals in the constellations, in this 360˚ film, followed by a mini star tour.

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