But half term can also be a stressful time for parents and carers who have to keep the little ones entertained for a week.
So to make it that little bit easier, here is a list of 11 things you can do this half term around our area, and some a little further afield if you're looking for a bigger day out. Where will you be going this half term?
. Here are 11 things to do this half term
These are 11 things to do in and around Harrogate and Yorkshire this half term. | other
. Harrogate Indoor Funfair
The Indoor Funfair returns to the Yorkshire Event Centre this February half term. It operates in three hour sessions - from 10am-1pm and 2pm-5pm, costs 10 for as many rides as you want and is open until Sunday, February 23. | jpimedia
. Lightwater Valley
A host of events are taking place at Lightwater Valley in Ripon this half term, including magic and illuminations, rides and a petting farm. | other Photo: Lightwater Valley
. Beningbrough Hall
Beningbrough Hall in Boroughbridge is holding an art exhibition showing winter wildlife with 3D installations until March 1. Free entry. | other Photo: Google
5. Stump Cross Caverns
Stump Cross Caverns on Greenhow Hill is running a range of activities this half term, with films showing in its new cinema room at 4pm everyday, as well as visiting the caves by torchlight. | other Photo: Google
6. Flamingo Land
If you're looking to go a little further afield this half term for some adrenaline, look no further than Yorkshire's very own Flamingo Land - make a day of it with rollercoasters and the zoo. | other Photo: Google
7. Harlow Carr
Harlow Carr is holding 'Whatever the Weather' this half term, including a chance to make weather wheels and windsocks and discover more about the wild weather of the UK on a daily garden trail. | jpimedia
8. Birchfield Farm
Head to Birchfield Ice Cream Farm in Summerbridge to watch the lambs being fed. Feeding times are at 11am and 2pm but the farm is open from 10am-4pm. | other Photo: Google