May Half Term
Fri 27 May – Mon 6 June 2022
See Stephen Mulhern for his first performance of his brand new show!
Need something to look forward to but can't wait until the summer holidays? May Half Term is just the ticket! The kids are off school, the weather’s getting warmer and there’s two bank holidays in the mix – meaning two whole extra days of fun – so make the most of it with an action-packed trip to Butlin’s. Whether you’ve got an always-on-the-go tot or a hard-to-please teen on your hands (or both!), you won’t be stuck for things to do this half term. Swim ‘til you’re wrinkly, get stuck into endless activities and see your favourites live on stage, including Stephen Mulhern, Sam & Mark, Mister Maker and more. Consider your May half term sorted.
Dates and prices
Prices shown below are based on 4 people sharing.
Entertainment
Take a look at the entertainment you can enjoy on your May half term break.
Shows and activities can be booked in advance of your break, find out more here.
Shows and activities can be booked in advance of your break, find out more here.
NEW FOR 2022
Optimus Prime
Calling all Transformers fans! Have you cameras ready to engage as your favourite bot, Optimus Prime, rolls into Butlin's for 2022.
Stephen Mulhern
TV star and former Redcoat, Stephen Mulhern, is back with a comical family magic show. On selected May half term, October half term and summer holiday breaks.
Mister Maker & Rebecca
Calling all Mini Makers! See CBeebies stars Mister Maker and Rebecca Keatley live on stage in a brand-new 'Happy Holiday' show.
Sam & Mark
BAFTA award-winners Sam & Mark join us with a new show packed with fun and energy.
Animals Vs Dinosaurs
The stage will come to life as amazing life size animals and dinosaurs make their way onto the stage. On all school holidays and Showtime Weekends breaks.
Electric City
Get set for wide eyes and ‘wows’ as Electric City light up Butlin’s once again. Expect state-of-the-art props, futuristic LED costumes and clever effects that’ll leave you mesmerised.
ACTION SPORTS EXTREME TOUR
The Butlin’s ASX Tour features some of the UK’s best up-and-coming, Olympic-potential Action Sports athletes performing spectacular stunts on two wheels.
Brainiac Live!
Watch from the safety of your seat as the Brainiacs delve fearlessly into the mysteries of science live on stage.
Musicals Rock
Join us on a thrilling journey of up-tempo anthems from the 80s to modern day from the West End and Broadway’s Rock musicals.
Peppa Pig
Join Peppa Pig and her brother George in an exclusive mini show live at Butlin's.
PJ Masks
Join trio Catboy, Owlette and Gekko in a live show as they embark on action-packed adventures, solving mysteries and learning valuable lessons along the way.
Puppet Castle
Visit the enchanting Puppet Castle and take your seats before a traditional string puppet show.
Strictly Latino
Fusing popular Latin-flavoured music with the passion of dance, this show will take you on a vibrant and colourful trip round the dance floor.
Superstar DJs
Superstar DJs is the ultimate DJ festival experience, complete with choreography, dancers, live vocals, established Ibiza DJ, special effects and mind-blowing visuals.
Skyline Gang
Say hello to Candi, Sprout, Pip, Dude, Mimi, Bud, Misty and Rainbow, our resident gang of colourful characters. On all breaks.
Billy & Bonnie
Join us in Sherwood Forest as we tell the legendary story of Robin Hood, starring our very own Billie and Bonnie Bear. On all breaks.
Butlin's Pantomime
Dive into the magical world of pantomime with Butlin's very own panto on all breaks throughout the year.
Silent Cinema
Experience the cinema inside the Skyline Pavilion and watch a fantastic range of favourite family films.
Night at Reds
Our brand-new ‘Night at Reds’ experience brings you a huge line-up of non-stop entertainment in our legendary venue.
Soft Play
Come rain or shine, our indoor soft play area is the perfect place for your little ones to find adventure.
Tots Fun Football
Do the little ones fancy a kickabout? These sessions are a brilliant way to get your children outdoors and burning some energy. Let them practice their skills, embrace some friendly competition, and have fun with their fellow players.
Football
Head to the pitch and join us for a variety of football sessions and tournaments created for 2 to 17 year olds.
Character Photoshoot Sessions
Have your photo taken with some of our characters including Billy & Bonnie, PJ Masks and Peppa Pig.
The Pool
Make a splash in our pool! From slides and flumes to the lazy river and tots pool, it's something for the whole family.
Sand Art
Who doesn't love playing in the sand? Your little one's imagination can run wild as they create a masterpiece to take home.
Slimey Science
Time to get messy and learn how to make some ooey, gooey, slippery slime in this new interactive session.
Little Stars Fairground
Our Little Stars Fairground is perfect for tots who aren't old enough to ride the big ones just yet.
The Fairground
Inside our Traditional Fairground you'll find rides to suit everyone from tots to thrill-seekers, plus vintage stall games.
Archery
For ages 8+, your children can add another string to their bow of skills when they learn archery with our instructors.
Adventure Golf
Whether you're in it to win it or just fancy practicing your skills, pick up a club and head to our outdoor course. Extra charge of £4 per person.
Bowling
Get your family together for a game of ten-pin bowling and see who'll take the reign as king pin. Extra charge, please check the app or on resort.
Go Karts
Calling all budding Lewis Hamiltons! Put your pedal to the metal and go for a spin around our go kart track. Extra charge of £6 per person.
Bungee Trampolines
Supported by the bungee harness, jump up and down and learn to flip. Extra charge of £5 per person.
Pottery Painting
Paint brushes at the ready! Join one of our Pottery Painting sessions and create your very own holiday keepsake. Extra charge of £5 per person for the session. The purchase of pottery pieces starts from £5.
Aerial Adventures
Enjoy the climbing wall 5 years+, open at all resorts. High ropes 8 years+, open at all resorts on weekend breaks only. Zip wire 8 years+, at Bognor Regis & Minehead only. Extra charge, please check the app or on resort.
Butlin's Football Academy
For 5-7 years and 8-12 years, our FA qualified instructors will give your children the tips, tricks and skills they need to practice football. Extra charge of £10 per person.
Laser Tag
Experience the thrill and adrenaline of our brand new Laser Tag. Step into the battle zone where each game will have a different mission to complete. Extra charge of £15 per person.
Mini Archery
This fun-filled session will see your children get the hang of archery in the safest way possible. Extra charge of £6 per person.
Making Music
Creative family fun where you get the chance to construct an instrument. Extra charge of £5 per person.
Precise Target Shooting
Learn the art of air rifle shooting with our qualified coach and shoot your way to the highest score possible. Extra charge of £10 per person.
American Pool
Enjoy a friendly game of American Pool in our vibrant sports bar, Hotshots. Extra charge of £4 per table for 30mins.
Driving School at Bognor Regis and Minehead
Let your children loose behind the wheel at Butlin's Driving School. Extra charge of £3 per person.
Cinema at Skegness
Head to our on-resort cinema for a bit of family time and enjoy a movie. Extra charge, please check the app or on resort.
More of our breaks
Showtime Weekend Breaks
Our weekend breaks are perfect for families looking to get away on a short break during term time. Less busy than the school holidays, these breaks are great value for money too.
Summer Holidays
With live shows from incredible headline acts, plus our Big Top Circus, Butlin’s was made for summer. Don’t forget the ice cream!
Showtime Midweek Breaks
Spend time together as a family and see our brilliant entertainment outside of the school holidays; making them ideal for families with young children.
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Accommodation
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Food & Drink
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