February Half-Term in Birmingham - Kids Eat Free

February half-term comes with its own challenges. Colder weather can make outdoor plans unpredictable, leaving parents looking for easy ways to keep the kids entertained while still getting out of the house.

With plenty of indoor attractions, central venues, and family-friendly spaces, Birmingham offers a wide range of options for parents planning family days out during the school holidays.

Whether you’re visiting the city centre for the day or looking for something new to try locally, these ideas cover some of the most practical and enjoyable family activities in Birmingham this February half term.

Indoor Family Activities in Birmingham

Cold or unpredictable weather often means indoor venues are top of the list during the February half-term. Birmingham’s city centre is particularly well-suited for this, with many attractions within walking distance of each other.

Indoor activities allow families to take their time, plan flexibly, and enjoy the city without worrying about the forecast.

F1® Arcade Birmingham

F1® Arcade Birmingham is a centrally located venue that works well for families looking to combine food, atmosphere, and city-centre convenience. Situated close to New Street, Grand Central, and the Bullring, it fits easily into a wider half-term day out.

While the venue is known for its motorsport theme, many families visit F1® Arcade Birmingham simply as a place to eat and relax. The space is modern, spacious, and ideal for groups, making it the ideal option when visiting with children.

Why families choose F1® Arcade Birmingham

• Central Birmingham location
• Indoor setting, ideal for February weather
• Family-friendly dining space
• Easy to combine with shopping or sightseeing

February Half Term: Kids Eat Free

During February half term, F1® Arcade Birmingham is offering a kids eat free promotion from Monday 16th February to Friday 20th February 2026.

• One free kids’ main meal with every adult main meal purchased
• Valid for children 12 years old and under
• Available Monday to Friday only
• Offer excludes drinks and racing

For families already looking for things to do in Birmingham with kids, our kids eat free half-term offer can make planning meals during a city-centre day out more affordable and straightforward.

City Centre Days Out With Kids

Birmingham city centre is a popular choice during school holidays because so many attractions are close together. Families can mix activities throughout the day without needing to travel far.

Popular city-centre ideas include:

• Visiting the Bullring and Grand Central
• Exploring Birmingham’s cultural and entertainment districts
• Combining shopping with lunch or early dinner
• Planning flexible indoor stops between activities

F1® Arcade Birmingham works perfectly as part of this kind of plan, offering somewhere comfortable to pause, eat, and recharge.

Family-Friendly Food Spots During Half Term

Food is unsurprisingly often a huge deciding factor when planning family fun in Birmingham, particularly during school holidays when costs can add up. We know that it can be difficult to find places that cater to both adults and children as well as offering good value for money; that's why we've ensured that we've curated our menu to please even the fussiest eater and when you add our kids eat free offer to help stretch your half-term budget, we know there's nowhere better for taking your family during the break.

February Half Term at a Glance

• When: Monday 16th – Friday 20th February 2026
• Best for: Indoor family activities, city-centre days out
• Good to know: Weekdays are often quieter than weekends

A Practical Choice for Family Fun in Birmingham

For families looking for things to do in Birmingham during February half term, venues like F1® Arcade Birmingham offer a balanced option: central, indoors, and suitable for both kids and adults.

While our racing experience itself is reason enough to visit, our kids eat free offer available during half term is a helpful extra that makes planning a family day out that bit easier.

So don't miss out and make sure your kids have a fantastic half-term.