Events in Solihull for May 2025 Half Term

Quest Through the Explorer’s Realm

You’d need to be a Minecraft fan to know what this means! Touchwood are hosting an interactive experience, inspired by the Minecraft movie. From Saturday 24th May to Sunday 1st June, families are invited to join Gordon the Monkey – Touchwood’s much-loved resident – on a quest through the Explorer’s Realm. This free event in Solihull is packed with puzzles, surprises, and challenges, and free promises fun for all ages. No need to book.

Lion Art Workshop

On 29th May at 12.30 The Core Solihull are running an art workshop where you’ll be able to create an ink and wash lion pride drawing. At this event in Solihull you’ll learn how to use expressive lines and fluid techniques to add texture and depth to your artwork. Tickets are £20 per person and can be booked here.

Nature Tots

This weekly outdoor event in Solihull for parents and toddlers encourages an early interest in wildlife with hands on fun activities, games and crafts. Based at Parkridge Nature Centre in Brueton Park, it takes place on Friday 30th May from 10.30am until 11.30am and is suitable for 2-4 year olds. Booking is essential and can be done here.

Adventure Golf

Enjoy 18 holes of fun-packed adventure golf at Four Ashes Golf Centre in Dorridge with cascading waterfalls and rocky routes. Up for a challenge? Maybe the winner buys lunch in their cafe, or should it be the loser?! Or you could head over the road to the Drum & Monkey pub. Turn up and play, or book in advance by calling 01564 739559.

Get Climbing

Are your kids like little monkeys? Maybe a focused climbing session will help then get rid of soe some excess energy. Flash Climbing Centre in Solihull offers over 180 climbing routes and their walls truly have something for everyone, from your very first time climb, all the way to hardcore climbers projecting the likes of Voyager. There’s a wide variety different wall angles, from a very generous slab all the way to horizontal roofs. Call 0121 709 5257 for more info.

Multi Sports Club

Whether you need to work, or maybe your kids love sports – whatever the reason, why not consider Beechcroft’s Multi Sport Club over the May half term holiday. It runs from Tuesday 27th May – Friday 30th from 9am – 4.30pm and includes football, dodgeball, tennis, dance, and arts & crafts. Visit their website for more details.

Junior Tennis Camp

West Warwicks Sports Complex are hosting Junior Tennis Camps for children aged 5-16, of all skill levels! Whether your child is picking up a racket for the first time or looking to sharpen their technique, the camps offer expert coaching, exciting games, and plenty of match play. To book please click here.

May Bank Holiday Fun Day

Visit The Limes Country Lodge Hotel in Earlswood on 26th May between 1 and 6pm for a fun-filled afternoon perfect for the whole family. You’ll be able to enjoy live music from their DJ, garden games, inflatables, a delicious BBQ, ice cream, face painting, and much more. Tickets for this Solihull event are £5 for adults and £3 for children over 3 years, and family tickets (2 adults and up to 3 children) are £12. To book please call 01564 703444.

Solihull Food & Music Festival

Join in the fun at this festival in Tudor Grange Park which runs from 24th to 26th May. At this major Solihull event you’ll be able to enjoy a weekend of music, food and entertainment. Take your pick from more than 15 street food vendors; experience nonstop live music including tributes acts for Elton John, Oasis, Bruno Mars and The Jam; buy beautiful gifts, crafts, and food & drink produce; have a thrill on the funfair rides and enjoy the kids entertainment, including an arts & crafts bus, face painting, glitter tattoos, bouncy castles & roaming characters meet-and-greet. Tickets available here.