February Half Term 2025

With February half term fast approaching this is a great opportunity to spend some quality time with your loved ones. This article will tell you all you need to know about what’s on over February half term and how you can get there with Cardiff Bus.

Once you've decided what you want to do, head over to our Journey Planning tool to find out the best route for you.

Fun and Free

VOICES OF THE RED WALL

FREE / St Fagans National Museum of History / Ends 17 April 

Supporters of our national football teams are called The Red Wall. Dressed in their bucket hats and replica shirts, belting out chants from the stands, they’re often described as the twelfth player on the pitch.

To celebrate Cymru qualifying for the FIFA World Cup, this exhibition shines a spotlight on some of the people and communities of The Red Wall. Fashion, music, identities and politics are all here, cemented together by a sense of belonging. This is their story – your story – the bricks of The Red Wall. It’s a fan-led experience like no other.

MONTGOMERY BONBON: MUSEUM MYSTERY TRAIL

FREE / Museum of Cardiff / 18 – 26 February

Go undercover and test your detective skills at Museum of Cardiff as part of the national Montgomery Bonbon: Museum Mystery Trail, organised by Kids in Museums and Walker Books. The trail celebrates the release of new children’s book Montgomery Bonbon: Murder at the Museum written by comedian Alasdair Beckett-King and illustrated by Claire Powell. Grab an activity sheet, solve puzzles and have fun with your family this half term.

SPACE CLUB

FREE / Mermaid Quay

Take a journey around the Solar System this February Half Term at Mermaid Quay! This half term visitors will be able to participate in a trail where participants have the chance to win a £50 voucher for Hub Box Cardiff Bay.

There will also be a colouring in competition running where two £10 Cadwaladers gift cards are up for grabs. Alongside this there are three days of activity to look forward to!

Family friendly activities

JUMP RIGHT IN

£12 pp / Buzz Trampoline Park / Age 6+

BUZZ Open Jump is the core session that gives you access to the entire park facilities for an hour of healthy, active, fun.  The giant inflatable course is jam packed with fun activities and challenges.

From a 6m drop slide to a 50m obstacle course and much much more. The sheer size of this thing will take your breath away. Buzz are no longer just a trampoline park – they are much, much more!

PLANETARIUM SHOWS

£2 pp / Techniquest  / Various days & times 

Live science shows about Bubbles and Blasts, Star Tours in the super-snug 360° Planetarium and hands-on Rainbow Reactions workshops in the newly refurbished KLA Lab – there’s a lot going on at Techniquest this February half-term.

On top of all that, there are 100+ interactive exhibits, mind-boggling machines and perplexing puzzles spread across two floors to keep curious minds busy at Cardiff Bay’s iconic Science Discovery Centre.

Feel the force of a hurricane, the tremor of an earthquake or try your hand at a virtual operation and bring science to life at the touch of your hand!

ADVENTURE GOLF

Various prices & offers / Treetop Golf / Open from 10am during half term

With two, indoor, 18-hole mini golf courses – there’s plenty to keep your little explorers entertained. Tackle the Tropical Trail together and explore our Mystic Wood or brave the ruins of the Ancient Explorer.

Whichever route you choose, don’t forget to take on the Bonus 19th hole for a chance to win a free round. You can also grab a snap at the free photo booth to take home a treasured memory from your visit. Grab handmade pizza from Pizza Cabana, tropical drinks from The Thirsty Toucan and freshly brewed coffee from the Jungle Buzz Café.

CARDIFF INTERNATIONAL POOL & GYM

Make a splash with us this February Half Term in our Leisure Pool complete with flumes, lazy river and our unique Spacebowl; which is guaranteed to get you in a spin! Plus we have a beach area with toddler slide and play structure; great fun for all the family!

Why not finish off your visit and try one of our delicious hand made pizza’s! Booking is essential; head over to the website today to secure your space!

GOING BATTY IN BUTE PARK

Bute Park / 21 February / As part of Cardiff Science Festival

What do we know about bats? What do they eat? How do they move? Where do they live? Enjoy some Batty art and craft activities.

Sessions at 10am, 12noon and 2pm (60 minutes). Children must be accompanied by an adult. Suitable for children aged 5 years+.

THRILLS & SPILLS

Family kayak & canoe sessions / £10pp / Cardiff International White Water

Want to try out CIWW’s new activity? The 90 minute Taster Sessions are great for parents and kids to learn together, the flat water pool is a fun and safe environment to understand the basics of Canoeing and Kayaking.

Sight seeing 

There are plenty of options if you fancy a day out exploring, why not visit one of the places listed bellow... 

Cardiff castle
Roath park
St Fagan's
Cosmeston
Barry Island 
Tredegar Park 

Shopping

Fancy a shopping spree? There are plenty of options for you in Cardiff, why not visit one of the locations listed below...

St David's shopping
Leckwith retail park 
Cardiff Bay retail park

There are plenty of things to do with your family this half term, check out our family fares for a cost effective way to travel with Cardiff Bus. 

Our Journey Planning tool will help find the best route for you