Kick start May half term at Foodies Festival
May half term 2026 runs Saturday 23-Sunday 31 May 2026 for most London schools (which includes the late May bank holiday on Monday 25 May). We've selected some family-friendly events and things to do in London — however old your kids are, and whatever your budget.
Half term events in London: May 2026
MCM COMIC CON: Dust off your cape — MCM Comic Con is back at Excel London. Guest stars include Nathan Fillion and Alan Tudyk from TV show Firefly, Dylan Llewllyn (the "wee English fella" from Derry Girls), and Barry Gordon (who voiced Donatello in the original animated series Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles). Meet them and other famous faces, along with author talks, costume competitions and more. 22-24 May 2026
THE BIG BAHOOEY: Try juggling, plate spinning or wire walking, dance at a silent disco, or belt out a tune at the singalongs — just some of the entertainment on offer at the family-friendly Big Bahooey festival in the grounds of Hampton Court Palace over the late May bank holiday weekend. Even better, it's included in palace admission. 23-25 May 2026
