Half Term fun in Swansea
Looking for ways to keep the little ones entertained throughout the school holidays? Visit Swansea Bay is here to show you all the best events, activities, and experiences on offer across the city centre and the surrounding areas.
In Swansea, there are plenty family-friendly activities scheduled throughout the holidays. These activities cover everything from crafting workshops, opportunities to learning new skills, dance parties, kids’ clubs and much more. The city also offers a good variety of free and paid activities and experiences meaning there truly is something for everyone.
Here are some of our top family-friendly activities and places for you try during the school holidays:
Why not pay a visit to one of our many libraries? With 17 to choose from across the city, there’s sure to be one near you!
How about taking a step into the past and learning about Swansea’s history at Swansea Museum or discover more about our ‘ugly lovely town’ at the Dylan Thomas Centre.
Swansea’s Outdoor Attractions offer the perfect opportunity to explore the Swansea Promenade which activities stretching from Singleton Boating Lake all the way down to Southend Gardens in Mumbles.
Swansea’s wonderful beaches will provide you plenty of places to set up a picnic and watch the world go by.
And it doesn’t have to break the bank either – check out our free things to do section for even more ideas.
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Croeso in association with Shirgar
Friday 28th February to Saturday 1 March 2026 across Swansea’s City Centre Enjoy the…
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Enjoy Swansea this half term
Attractions
Learn about the city’s maritime heritage - Swansea is home to Wales’ oldest and newest museums, both free to enter! If art is your thing, the Glynn Vivian Art gallery is a must. Fans of Dylan Thomas can enjoy a tour of…
Things to Do
There aren’t many places where you can hit the shops in the morning and the surf in the afternoon. In Swansea Bay, you’ll find the best of both worlds!
Blog
Want to know the latest event news and ideas for things to do in Swansea Bay? Check out our blog!
Activities
Swansea Bay and Gower’s location means we’re blessed with options when it comes to activities. Explore our coast and countryside by foot, bike or pony and try all manner of water sports!
Things to Do Indoors
We can’t guarantee the weather but we can guarantee fun! If you’re looking for indoor activities in Swansea Bay, you’ll find them here.
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- National Waterfront Museum
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Chinese New Year 2026
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- Glynn Vivian Art Gallery
- Feb 15, 2026
Cinema
Family Film Club - 15th February
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- Swansea Building Society Arena
- Feb 17, 2026
Performance
Bluey's Big Play
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- The Egypt Centre, Museum of Egyptian Antiquities
- Feb 17, 2026 - Feb 20, 2026
Participatory Event
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The Gods of ancient Greece are stirring, take part in their trials! Each trial is an activity linked…