Jersey’s small size makes it easy to explore – it’s hard to run out of things to do on a family holiday here. From visiting the orangutans at Jersey Zoo, exploring rock pools or castles – there’s plenty to discover on a half term break to Jersey. So, get ready for your island adventure and spend some family time enjoying the island break.
Activities to fill your October half term holiday in Jersey.
Maritime Museum & Occupation Tapestry Gallery
Located by the historic harbour of St. Helier, the Maritime Museum is all about seafaring, navigation and the elements. Also on-site, you'll find the Occupation Tapestry Gallery, an award-winning Occupation Tapestry that was woven by islanders to celebrate the 50th Anniversary of the liberation.
Jump Jersey
Jump Jersey is the island’s newest and biggest indoor activity centre, with a trampoline park, climbing walls and soft play area. Complete with laser light show and music, it's home to more high-energy adventure and adrenaline-fuelled action than you could possibly imagine. We've got something for everyone, so come by and get your bounce on!
Jersey Falconry
Join Richard Hall, Falconer of 36 years in an experience of a lifetime getting up close and personal with stunning birds of prey. Enjoy a falconry experience within the beautiful grounds of St. John's Manor. The falconry experience costs £140 and entitles you and one guest to an afternoon of flying the birds. Extra participants £30.00 per head.
Roccos Activity Centre
Roccos Activity Centre is home to the island’s most exciting and family-friendly mini golf experiences, located in the heart of St. Ouen’s Bay. Set against the backdrop of Jersey’s beautiful coastal scenery, Roccos offers three professionally designed, 18-hole outdoor courses that blends fun, challenge, and creativity for all ages.
BeachAbility
BeachAbility is a charity providing specially designed manual, ballooned wheel chairs for use on the beach and other rough terrain. Available at various locations around the island; La Braye, St. Brelade, Gunsite, Bel Royal, West Park, La Mare and Long Beach Gorey.
Valley Adventure Centre
Excitement from the ground up! Jersey’s only high ropes Adventure Centre with much, much more! Set in a secluded and stunning natural valley, Valley Adventure Centre offers a fantastic range of adventure activities for families, corporates, individuals and parties, all year round!
Jersey Kayak Adventures
Reconnect with nature on a sea kayak tour. Explore an island shaped by the sea where some of the most astonishing tides in the world circle the coast. Kayak with local guides whose knowledge make this more than just a paddle around the bay. Our expert staff and user-friendly sit-on-top kayaks will quickly get you out exploring and having fun.
Nature Base
Nature Base offer a range of sessions that provide the ‘base’ for families to play, grow and breathe together. Our aim is to see more families (whatever your family make up is) immersed in nature, connecting with the natural environment and exploring life in the present moment.
The Escape Rooms at The Jersey War Tunnels
Experience real-life adventure games in our amazing Escape Rooms. You will have to find clues, break codes, solve puzzles and find the key to your freedom. Using your powers of observation and problem-solving, you and your team will have to work together to escape.
Jersey War Tours
Jersey War Tours (JWT) is a non-profit organisation who allow access to their WW2 sites for tours and visits. All funds are invested back into the WW2 projects and maintenance program of work. Tours are guided by volunteers who all work on these projects and you won't find better experts to explain the Occupation and Liberation history.
Family attractions in Jersey.
The island’s top attractions are the perfect way to experience your family island break. From 12th century castles, adventure parks and of course the world famous Jersey Zoo, fast paced or slow, whatever the weather, there are activities to entertain the whole family.
Experiences to enjoy during October half term in Jersey.
Behind the Scenes Animal Experiences
Jersey Zoo
Get up close to Jersey Zoo’s incredible animals! An animal experience at Jersey Zoo gives you a behind-the-scenes look at what goes into caring for some of our fascinating animals. Whether you want to treat yourself or your loved ones, an animal experience is the perfect way to make a day at Jersey Zoo even more special. To book your experience, please visit the Durrell website.
Jan 17 2026 ‐ Dec 30 2026
Discover St. Helier!
St. Helier Walks
Join our qualified guides every Sunday morning to take a walk through the fascinating history and culture of Jersey. Tours start from and return to Liberation Square. Tickets can be booked in advance through Eventbrite or you can pay on the day (cash only, please).
Jan 18 2026 ‐ Mar 29 2026
2 Hour Coastal Kayaking Tour
Kayak Nomad
Join us for a small tour of a section of Jersey's sublime coastline. With an hour and a half on the water, this Kayak Tour is long enough to discover something new, without ended up too tired. Session times: 10:00, 14:00 and 18:00
Jan 17 2026 ‐ Dec 31 2026
Arena Splatmaster
Valley Adventure Centre
This low impact Paintball activity is an experience that uses low velocity paintball (Splatmaster) guns, firing 50cal colour paintballs - ideal for parties for children not quite ready for full air-powered 68cal paintball yet. This activity has become a phenomenon for kids birthday parties. Splatmaster provides a low impact alternative to Paintball for younger players aged 9+, with guns that have been specially engineered so kids can easily load, and fire!
Jan 17 2026 ‐ Dec 27 2026
‘Wild West’ e-Bike Tours
Lakeys Bike Hire
Experience the Magic of Jersey’s West Coast! Set off on a thrilling 4-hour guided electric bike tour and explore the dramatic beauty, coastal charm, and hidden gems of Jersey’s stunning West Coast. Glide effortlessly along winding paths, characterful villages, and secluded bays as our expert guides lead you through some of the island’s most breathtaking scenery.
Mar 04 2026 ‐ Nov 28 2026
Need inspiration for a rainy day?
Jersey is known as the warmest place in the British Isles, however, it’s important to remember that we are still in the British Isles! So we do on occasion get a little rain, but you shouldn’t let that dampen your spirit we’ve still got plenty for you to see and do.
Events during October half term in Jersey.
Pirates at The Maritime Museum
Jersey Heritage
All hands on deck! During February Half Term, the Maritime Museum will be transformed into a pirate stronghold and you’re invited to join the crew.
Feb 16 2026 ‐ Feb 20 2026
Genuine Jersey Artisans’ Market
Genuine Jersey
This regular artisans' market takes place in the picturesque harbour village of St. Aubin in front of and inside the parish hall. You will find an array of locally produced wares on sale, including goods from growers, bakers and craft workers. There will be live music from local musicians throughout the day.
Apr 11 2026 ‐ Oct 24 2026
Minimal Works by Connor Daly
ArtHouse Jersey
Connor Daly’s Minimal Works presents a compelling paradox: photographs that reveal by concealing. Over six years (2016-2022), Daly turned his lens toward overlooked spaces—car parks, lido pools, tennis courts, walls, even a crazy golf course, stripping them of context to create something unexpectedly profound.
Jan 17 2026 ‐ Feb 05 2026
Open Studio with Ballet D’Jèrri
Ballet D'Jèrri
Ballet d’Jèrri’s Open Studios are informal evenings that invite you inside the creative process. Join us inside our studio at Jersey Opera House for an up-close look at new work in development — from early sketches to nearly finished pieces.
Mar 04 2026 ‐ May 15 2026
Pulman & Stilgoe – Hooray for Hollywood
Jersey Opera House
Some of the best loved songs of our movie-musical lives. The Wizard of Oz to Wicked, West Side Story to La La Land-and many many more...
Feb 27 2026
Art in the Arches: Out of the Blue
ArtHouse Jersey
Art in the Arches returns to St Helier’s Elizabeth Marina for its second edition, bringing bold colour, creativity and community voices to this much-loved public space. Curated by Jacqueline Rutter the project invites Islanders and visitors alike to experience 12 new murals responding to the evocative theme, Out of the Blue.
Jan 17 2026 ‐ Sep 30 2026
Delicious Jersey Dine-Out Festival
Jersey Hospitality Association
Prepare your taste buds for an unforgettable culinary journey as the Delicious Dine Out Festival returns to Jersey for two months of flavour, creativity, and community. This extended celebration of local food invites diners to explore the island’s restaurants, cafés, and eateries as they showcase the very best of Jersey’s homegrown produce.
Oct 01 2026 ‐ Nov 30 2026
Life After Liberation Exhibition
Jersey Heritage
To mark the 80th anniversary of Liberation, this special exhibition examines the many challenges and opportunities Jersey faced following its release from five long years of German occupation.
Jan 17 2026 ‐ Sep 13 2026
La Tèrr’rie d’Jèrri
Jersey Heritage
La Tèrr’rie d’Jèrri - d's histouaithes dé not' Île / Being Jersey - stories of our Island. A new free exhibition at Jersey Museum. Jersey is a special island. It is tiny – a small dot on the world map. But its size belies the breadth of its unique and varied heritage.
Jan 17 2026 ‐ Dec 31 2026
The D-Day Darlings Victorious
Jersey Opera House
Following the success of their VE Day 80 tour and triumphant performances at the iconic Royal Albert Hall, Britain’s beloved songbirds, The D-Day Darlings, proudly present their brand-new stage spectacular, Victorious, fronted by founder and lead singer Katie Ashby.
May 07 2026
Horrible Histories
Terrible Tudors + Awful Egyptians
Terrible Tudors + Awful Egyptians We all want to meet people from history. The trouble is everyone is dead! So it’s time to prepare yourselves for two amazing shows with Horrible Histories live on stage! Using actors and eye-popping 3D special effects, these astounding shows are guaranteed to thrill you and your children.
May 21 2026 ‐ May 23 2026
LIVE AT THE BARRACKS: Annie Law
ArtHouse Jersey
Annie Law is a Jersey-born singer-songwriter whose music weaves folk roots, acoustic warmth, and a soulful, bluesy vocal style into a sound that is as honest as it is captivating. A gifted guitarist and accomplished performer, Annie is a well-respected f igure in Jersey’s music scene, known for her expressive voice and emotional depth.
Mar 28 2026
Counting Squirrels.
Red squirrels are thriving in Jersey and we want to keep it that way. Grab your binoculars and join the red squirrel spotting adventure alongside conservationist Ben Fogle, to help us keep track of these very special creatures.
Family holidays in Jersey.
Drift into a world of family island adventures where your days can be spent paddling in beach rockpools, or meeting rare and endangered wildlife at Jersey Zoo. Small-sized, the island’s perfect for small legs to explore.
Discover your perfect half term break in Jersey.
Get out and about in the wild Jersey landscapes with these island break trip ideas.