Keeping the children entertained during half term doesn’t have to cost a fortune. Whether you’re looking for free family activities, autumn adventures or affordable places to eat, there are plenty of ways to make memories without over stretching your budget.

Here’s our guide to some of the best free activities and dining offers available throughout the Liverpool region during this half term. 

Vision Fest – One Vision Housing 

Celebrate 20 years of One Vision Housing at Vision Fest, a free community celebration bringing people together for a day full of live entertainment, fun activities, wildlife experiences, arts and crafts, food plus much more, making it a fantastic fun day out for the whole family. 

Location: 

• Monday 26th October: Equilibrium North West, Birkenhead CH41 3HX
• Tuesday 27th October: Netherton Park Neighbourhood Centre, Bootle L30 1QW

Timings: 12pm – 3pm

Cost: FREE!

For more info, visit here. 

River of Light 2026 – ‘Together’

One of Liverpool’s most popular family events returns this autumn. Head over to River of Light to witness 13 large scale illuminated artworks focusing on how light brings people closer in a joyful way, scattered all across Liverpool city centre. 

Dates: Friday 23rd October – Sunday 1st November 

Timings: 5pm – 9pm 

Location: Liverpool City Centre 

Cost: Free 

For more info, visit here. 

The Pumpkin Patch Hightown 

No October half term is complete without a visit to a pumpkin patch. Put on your Wellies and visit this beautiful family run farm featuring 30 acres of pumpkin fields with a large variety of orange, white and specialty pumpkins to choose from. 

Dates: Open daily until Saturday 31st October, 2026

Timings: 9am – 6pm

Location: Orrell Hill Lane, Hightown, Liverpool, L38 5DA

Cost: Free entry (charges apply for pumpkins and selected activities)

For more info, visit here. 

Liverpool Irish Festival Family Day

Bring your families along to experience the true essence of an Irish Festival this half term featuring live Irish music, dancing, traditional performances and so much more. 

Date: Saturday 24th October

Timings: 11am – 4pm

Location: Museum of Liverpool 

Cost: Free 

For more info, visit here.

Liverpool ONE Halloween Party

Visit Liverpool ONE to experience an afternoon full of entertainment hosted by radio presenter Leanne Campbell. Expect drumming workshops, face painting, zombie dancers, street performers and spooky characters. Children can also show off their costumes for a chance to win a £200 Liverpool ONE gift card with prizes on offer for runner-ups too. 

Date: Saturday 31st October, 2026

Timings: 11am – 4pm 

Location: Liverpool ONE

Cost: Free 

For more info, visit here. 

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Dining Out Offers for Kids

Take a break from cooking and make the most of these family-friendly offers this half term. 

• Bill’s

  Up to two kids eat free when one adult orders a main course. Offer valid from Monday 26th – Friday 30th October. 

  Kids also receive a free single-stack of S’mores Halloween Pancakes after 4pm on Halloween weekend (Saturday 31st October and Sunday 1st November 2026). 

• TGI Fridays

  Children up to 12 years old can enjoy a free kids’ main meal with the purchase of a full price adult’s main meal, available for new and existing Stripes Rewards members. Offer valid until Sunday 1st November, 2026. 

• Zizzi 

  Enjoy a free 3-course Bambini Kids Menu meal for every adult main meal purchased, available for Zillionaires’ Club members only using a valid loyalty code (free to join via the Zizzi app). Offer valid until Sunday  1st November, 2026. 

• Hungry Horse

  Kids can eat for £1 with the purchase of every full-paying adult main meal. Available on weekdays only and valid until Friday 30th October, 2026. 

• Gordon Ramsay’s Bread Street Kitchen 

  Kids aged 10 and under can enjoy a Kids main per adult ordering at least two courses from the à la carte menu (must include a main). Offer valid everyday or weekdays only based on location.

Make the most of Half Term

With so many free and affordable activities taking place across the region, there’s plenty to keep the whole family entertained this half term and enjoy quality time together without breaking the bank.