The week-long holiday starts on Monday, but the build-up begins now as we head into the weekend, so you are probably keen to find out about the events and activities on offer in the Mansfield and Ashfield area.
Our guide returns with a packed list of ideas for things to do and places to go. And it is dominated by the Nottingham Festival of Science and Curiosity.
Geared towards youngsters and families, the festival explores the wonders of science, technology, engineering and maths with interactive and fun events, and hands-on activities at libraries, museums and community spaces throughout the county.
But it’s not all about science. Music takes centre stage at the Palace Theatre in Mansfield, where fans of Queen, Northern Soul and country music should have a whale of a time.
The little ones are catered for with special reading and art sessions across the district, while popular venues such as Sherwood Pines and Creswell Crags host half-term fun too.
Please remember to check the websites of the individual venues to check opening times, admission prices and ticket availability.
Have a great weekend, and an even better half-term week!
13. Relive the Northern Soul era
Northern Soul is a music and dance movement that emerged in the Midlands and the North in the late 1960s and eventually swept the nation. It is celebrated at Mansfield's Palace Theatre on Friday with a two-and-a-half hour show, 'Northern Life -- Do I Love You?', presented by Ellis Live Ltd. An 11-piece band with four lead singers performs more than 30 hits, including 'There's A Ghost In My House'by R.Dean Taylor (pictured). Photo: Submitted
14. Mind-bending experiments!
Mind-bending experiments are promised when Blidworth Art Club adopts a science theme for its monthly meeting at the village's public library on Saturday (10.30 am to 12 midday). As part of the Nottingham Festival of Science and Curiosity, visitors can get stuck in to craft activities and lots more community science fun. Admission is free. Photo: Submitted
15. Meet Alfred the tortoise
This is Adrian Beeden, the highly-acclaimed Nottinghamshire author renowned for his children's picture hooks that chart the adventures of Alfred the tortoise. He is to visit Mansfield Library next Tuesday (10.30 am, 11.15 am and 12 midday) for a story-telling session and readings from his new hook, 'Alfred In Space'. He will also conduct drawing exercises linked to Alfred. Photo: Submitted