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May half-term events in Winchester
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On this page you'll find all the events taking place in Winchester city and district (plus a few further afield!) over May half-term 2026.

May half-term in Hampshire runs Saturday 23 May - Sunday 31 May 2026 and we've got plenty on to keep you and your family entertained, from silent discos, museum sleepovers and escape rooms to family-friendly trails, theatre shows for kids, craft workshops and more.

Looking for more inspiration? Check out our full guide to May half-term in Winchester

May half-term

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Escape rooms at St Cross

DATE: 31 May 2026 - 31 May 2026

May Half Term

DATE: 23 May 2026 - 30 May 2026

Zoo Wonders

DATE: 23 May 2026 - 31 May 2026

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DATE: 31 May 2026 - 31 May 2026

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DATE: 26 May 2026 - 30 May 2026

MEGA Hans Zimmer

DATE: 30 May 2026 - 30 May 2026

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DATE: 4 Aug 2026 - 9 Aug 2026

Pop goes Classical by candlelight

DATE: 30 May 2026 - 30 May 2026

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DATE: 29 May 2026 - 30 May 2026

Fort Nelson Pirates Ahoy
Children's

Pirates Ahoy!

Royal Armouries: Fort Nelson

DATE: 23 May 2026 - 31 May 2026

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DATE: 7 May 2026 - 28 Jun 2026

Cathedral tower tours

DATE: 1 Jan 2026 - 31 Dec 2026

Winchester City Museum

DATE: 23 May 2026 - 31 May 2026

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