When are the UK School Holidays in 2024 & 2025?

Here are the UK School Holiday dates for 2024 and a guide to what's happening in Manchester to keep the kids entertained and make the most of your family time. Please note that school holidays in the United Kingdom vary between UK countries and among regional and local authorities. You may want to check with your child's school or local authority to confirm the exact dates and make plans accordingly.

Upcoming School Holidays in 2024

Summer Holidays: Friday 26th July 2024 - Monday 2nd September 2024

See what's on for kids this summer holiday around Manchester

Here are 50 things to do this summer, including family-friendly fun around Manchester.

Autumn Half Term: Monday 21st October 2024 - Friday 25th October 2024

See what's on during the Autumn half-term around Manchester.

Christmas Holidays: Monday 23rd December 2024 - Monday 6th January 2025

View what's on during the Christmas school holidays in Manchester here.

See what's on this Christmas in Manchester.

Here are 51 Things to do this Christmas in Manchester

Discover festive events happening across Manchester.

Find out all the information on Manchester Christmas Markets 2024 here.

Check our recommendations for the best places for Christmas Shopping in Manchester.

Upcoming School Holidays in 2025

Spring Half Term: Friday 14th February 2025 - Monday 24th February 2025

Here are our top activities for kids this February half term in Greater Manchester

Easter Holidays: Friday 4th April 2025 - Tuesday 22nd April 2025

See all the activities for kids during the Easter School Holidays in Greater Manchester here.

Here is our round-up of the best Easter Bank Holiday activities in Greater Manchester for families and grown-ups.

May Half Term: Friday 23rd May 2025 - Monday 2 June 2025

Here are the Top activities to do in the May half-term around Manchester.

Summer Holidays: Friday 22nd July 2025 - Monday 1st September 2025

See what's on for kids this summer holiday around Manchester

Here are 50 things to do this summer, including family-friendly fun around Manchester.