The May / June half term in Surrey is set to be an exciting one with lots of places to visit and family friendly events.  Here’s the Red Kite Days guide to what’s on for kids in Surrey.  If you fancy exploring a little further afield, check the half term what’s on guide for Berkshire too.

If you’re looking for a Surrey kids holiday club check out the Red Kite Days guide.

May Half Term Events in Surrey

Surrey Half Term Outdoor Adventures

Mysterical May’hem at Hobbledown (Epsom) 24th May – 1st June

Mysterical May-Hem is back at Hobbledown Epsom – and it’s packed with dragons, dancing, potions and plenty of silliness. Expect parades, jelly-eating comps, potion-making and more – all included in your entry ticket.

Explore epic play areas, meet 100+ animals, and discover the wild world of Hobbledown

May Half Term Fun at Chessington World of Adventures (Chessington) 26th – 30th May

Whether you’re looking for a thrill with some wild rides, a meet and greet with some of your favourite characters or you’re ready to dive into an underwater world in SEA LIFE, there’s something for everyone! Plus, new for 2025, join the tail-wagging fun as you can meet Chase, Skye and Rubble from PAW Patrol! Enjoy a photo and high-paw as the Pups are ruff ruff ready to meet you.

• Hungry Caterpillar at Hatchlands Park  (East Clandon, Guildford) 10th May – 6th July
• The Secrets of Dragons and Fairies at Winkworth Arboretum (Godalming) 17th May – 1st June
• Woodland Animal Trail at Painshill Park (Cobham) 17th May – 8th June
• Dino & Princess Week at Bockett’s Farm (Fetcham, nr Leatherhead) 24th May – 1st June

Scented Puzzle Trail at Watts Gallery (Compton) 24th May – 1st June

Test your senses as you adventure around the galleries and through the woodlands with a puzzle trail! Think art is just for looking? Think again! At Watts Gallery, you and your family can transform your visit into an extra-special experience by using your senses. Work together to tackle a mega crossword, deciphering clues, solving puzzles, and cracking codes to reveal fascinating insights into the smells of Victorian Britain.

• The Secret Garden at Claremont Landscape Garden (Esher) 24th May – 1st June
• Tuff Nutterz inflatable park (Guildford) 24th May – 1st June
• Nature Explorer activity at Godstone Farm (Godstone) 24th May – 1st June
• Family fun day out at Chobham Adventure Farm (Chobham)
• Dinosaur Train Ride at Denbies Wine Estate (Dorking) 26th May – 30th May
• Action Arena at Stoke Park (Guildford) 29th May – 1st June
• Shynefest family friendly live music festival (near Guildford) 30th May – 31st May

Indoor Half Term  Kids Events in Surrey

Play Ukuele in Your PJs (Richmond) 24th May FREE

Join The Strings Club for a musical pyjama party like no other! Kids can have so much ukulele fun – no experience needed!

The session will kick things off by teaching the basics of the ukulele (it’s easier than you think!), then dive into some catchy, kid-favourite songs that are sure to have everyone smiling and strumming along.

Indoor play at Hobbledown Epsom

As well as all the amazing outdoor play at Hobbledown Epsom, there are two fabulous indoor spaces to explore.  The indoor playbarn is a mix of soft play, wooden house and more.  What’s extra special and totally unique is the Imaginarium with lots of interactive hands on play, an interactive savannah and creepy crawly tunnels to explore.

Clay Club at Watts Gallery (Compton) 25th May + 1st June

Every Sunday, join Watts Gallery ceramicist for Clay Club! As a family, get hands-on and messy with clay to wedge, carve, mould, roll, sculpt and create clay masterpieces.

• Marvellous Inventions May half term activities at Brooklands Museum (Weybridge) 25th May – 31st May
• Best of British Day with Paddington at Brooklands Museum (Weybridge) 26th May
• Create & Grow Children Activities At Squires Garden Centres (various) 27th – 30th May
• Mythical Creatures at Yvonne Arnaud Theatre (Guildford) 29th May
• Magic and Illusions at Yvonne Arnaud Theatre (Guildford) 30th May
• Boogie Pumps (Woking) FREE taster workshop for Alice 31st May

Family Fun Day at G Live (Guildford) 31st May

A FREE family fun day and enjoy a whole host of activities for all ages at G Live. Whether you want to show off your music skills with our Culture Mix Steel Pan workshops, have your face painted or join in with a range of Arts and Crafts, there’s no better place to be this May half term.

• Little Garsons Growers at Garsons Garden Centre (Esher) 1st Saturday morning of each month

Family Theatre, Live Music and Puppets

• Nicky Trix Live: Magic and Mayhem at G Live (Guildford) 24th May
• The Elmer Adventure at Rose Theatre (Kingston) 28th May – 1st June
• Mark Thompson’s Spectacular Science Show at Dorking Halls (Dorking) 28th May
• The Pyjama Game at Yvonne Arnaud Theatre (Guildford) 31st May – 7th June
• Peppa Meets The Baby Cinema at Dorking Halls (Dorking) 30th May