SUN'S OUT - FUN'S OUT!
Going large with your best buds and living it up to a soundtrack of incredible live music – it’s called a Big Weekender for a reason! But what if you’re understandably feeling a tiny bit delicate the morning after the night before? Or perhaps you just want to pace yourself a little (not always a bad shout)?
Well, on a Big Weekender we always keep the party going, and that includes endless things to do in the daytime. Check out all these things to do which will definitely get you buzzing – even if you aren’t quite ready for boozing.
PLUS, there's loads of new daytime (and evening) activities to enjoy this year or next!
1. MAKE A SPLASH
Suffering from a slight and strangely unexplainable headache? There’s no better way to come back from the brink than by diving into a Big Weekender pool party – and our massive Splash Waterworlds have everything you need to go overboard, Ibiza-style.
With huge slides, rafts and rapids, lazy loungers and bubbly tubs, you’ll rinse away the remnants of the night before in no time. Our resident DJs drop the tunes as you shoot down the flumes, or you can just go with the flow and float your cares away. With more inflatables than you can shake a snorkel at, this is one pool party that’s guaranteed to blow up.
2. EXPERIENCE THE FUTURE
Want your Big Weekender to get even bigger? Introducing PLAYXPERIENCE, a phenomenal new state-of-the-art gaming and activities centre that will change the way you think about fun. PLAYXPERIENCE will wow you with a galaxy of futuristic and adrenaline-pumping adventures.
Challenge your mates with laser tag, escape rooms, digital darts, mini golf, VR gaming and more. Whether you’re cracking codes, in it to win it, or all about the arcade action, there’s a whole day of things to discover at PLAYXPERIENCE.
3. BUTLIN’S SAYS... RELAX
Unlike traditional festivals, a Big Weekender gives you the opportunity to pamper yourself properly. With heated loungers, an outdoor hot tub, a crystal steam room and restful relaxation pods, the Ocean Spa at Bognor Regis offers the perfect place to take a break from the bangers.
Whether you’re after a quick pick-me-up, such as a massage or facial, or if you feel the need to indulge in a full two-hour spa experience, our skilled therapists are on hand to weave their magic and get you refreshed, rejuvenated, and ready to face the music again.
4. SHAKE IT OFF
Got those smooth Swayze moves? Or do you always dance like nobody's watching? Slip on your boogie shoes and bust some moves with our Big Weekender Silent Disco.
Whether you're a champion of dance, want to show us your finest Single Ladies strut, or if you're more famous for discoing like your dad, everyone can get involved. Grab some LED headphones, and show us your shapes. Our DJs battle it out with the best pop, rock and dance anthems of all time, while you tear up the dancefloor to a soundtrack of your choice.
Want to bring the party on the go? How about Soul Stroll, brand new for 2025. A fully mobile, wireless DJ will deliver banger after banger while taking you on a stroll around resort.
5. RIDE HIGH
Our famous fairgrounds take thrill-seekers for a spin you won’t forget in a hurry. Want to get behind the wheel? Zip around our twisting go-kart tracks, or just go bumper to bumper on the dodgems. Screaming to go faster? Spin yourself silly on our chairoplanes, waltzers, carousels and swings.
Don’t fancy such dizzy heights? There’s no need to hang around holding the coats - glide down a helter-skelter before trying your luck at some vintage stalls and treating yourself to some smashing fairground food.
6. SING ALONG TO YOUR FAVOURITE TUNES
Love singing? Love a quiz? Well, we've got you covered with our brand new (for 2025) Singalong Quiz!
Imagine a whole hour of silliness with the whole room belting out bangers from your favourite decades whilst (trying) to answer the quiz master's questions. And what's more, our Singalong Quiz's are hosted by old school entertainer Mister Meredith on piano, or guitar afficianado Neil Ainsby.
7. GET YOUR GAME ON
With so many games to challenge you and your mates on resort, there’s no doubt that everyone leaves a winner on a Big Weekender. Fancy yourself as King Pin? Rock up at our bowling lanes, roll some strikes and spares, and have an afternoon of splits and giggles. Think you’re a bit of a hotshot? Show off your skills at our top-notch pool tables, or take clubbing to another level with our adventure golf.
If you prefer pressing buttons to potting balls, get down to our gaming arcade for a vast choice of video game classics, cutting-edge simulators, and more grabbers, slot machines, air hockey and nostalgic fun than you can imagine.
8. THE BEST MEDICINE
What’s a trip to Butlin’s without having a laugh? With live comedy shows at Big Weekenders, starring top-notch comedians, it’s guaranteed grins all round. Expect side-splitting stand-up, interactive game shows, and even a cheeky bit of cabaret.
Want a full afternoon of fun? Check out the Midway Madness party on Saturdays with Mass Karaoke, Dance Cam, and Bingo Bango – a eye-wateringly funny party experience with interactive games, party starters and (you guessed it) bingo, with prizes too. Eyes down, knees up, let’s go!
9. MOVE ON UP
If the music will only take you so high, strap yourself in and elevate your Big Weekender with our pulse-racing Aerial Adventures. Channel your inner Spiderman and scale our towering climbing walls to get a breathtaking birds-eye view of the party.
Or, if you’re up for a challenge that will take you to new heights, do your best to conquer our daring high ropes obstacle course. Swing, balance, scramble and climb – just don’t look down!
10. KEEP THE PARTY GOING
The party doesn't need to be over! Hit the dancefloor again and bust a move at our Daytime Rave or Daytime School D.I.S.C.O,
There are plenty more new daytime activities for 2025 to enjoy, find them all here
Please note that not all activities are available on all Big Weekenders, and not all facilities are available at every resort.