Looking for fun ways to keep the whole family entertained this May Half Term? From arcade battles and theatre shows to hands-on art workshops and comic book signings, Worcester is bursting with things to do from 24 May to 1 June. Here’s your ultimate guide to what’s on:
👾 High Score Arcades: Daily Fun + Epic Challenge!
Open Daily | 24 May – 1 June
Gamers, get ready to take on the Ace the Ace Challenge — defeat a staff member in a head-to-head arcade battle and win a FREE return ticket! Plus, enjoy Freeplay90 for just one person – no group needed.
🎨 Worcester Cathedral: Free Family Arts Workshop
Tuesday 27 May | 10:30am–3pm
Join artist Imogen Morris in the Chapter House for a free drop-in workshop. Families will contribute to a large collaborative artwork made from nails and thread – no booking required.
👉 Worcester Cathedral Events
🏰 Tudor House Museum: Talks, Crafts & Historical Toys
🏰 Tudor House Museum: Talks, Crafts & Historical Toys-
24 May, 2pm: ‘Mapping History – From Field to Factory’ Talk (Booking: info@tudorhouse.org.uk)
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28–30 May, 11am–3pm: Tudor Herbs & Remedies drop-in crafts (donations welcome)
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31 May, 11am–3pm: Toys & Games Through the Ages with a costumed interpreter
👉 Tudor House Website
🐐 Worcester Theatres: The Three Billy Goats Gruff
Swan Studio | 24 May – 1 June (excl. 28 May)
Showtimes: 10:30am, 1pm, 3pm
Tickets: £7.50 or £25 for a family of four
A delightful performance for young audiences — magical, musical fun!
🎟️ Book Now | 📞 01905 611 427
🌿 The Wildling Collective: Play Sessions & Book Hunt
🌿 The Wildling Collective: Play Sessions & Book Hunt- Daily Sessions: 9am, 11am, 1pm
Book in advance for outdoor, nature-inspired play at thewildlingcollective.co.uk. - 26 May: Join the Annual Treasure Book Hunt around town – clues on social media, and a book prize for the winner!
📚 Script Haven: Comics, Music & More!
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24 May, from 10:30am: Meet Kev Sutherland, comic artist for Beano & Marvel. Get caricatures and signed books!
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25 May, 2–4pm: Dragon Folk Club live folk session – free entry
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27 May, 7:30pm: 42Worcester alt-genre spoken word night (gothic, horror, sci-fi)
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28 May, 4pm: Book signing with Helen Idris Jones
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24 May, from 10:30am: Meet Kev Sutherland, comic artist for Beano & Marvel. Get caricatures and signed books!
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25 May, 2–4pm: Dragon Folk Club live folk session – free entry
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27 May, 7:30pm: 42Worcester alt-genre spoken word night (gothic, horror, sci-fi)
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28 May, 4pm: Book signing with Helen Idris Jones
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30 May – 7 June: 🎉 Alchemy of Words Literary Festival
Worcester’s newest lit fest brings free daytime workshops & talks in a marquee on Cathedral Square, plus evening events at Script Haven. Meet bestselling authors including Barbara Erskine, Jackie Kabler, and Anna Mazzola. 🎟️ Festival Info & Tickets