May Half-Term at Exeter Phoenix
Published May 12, 2026
Join us this May half-term for a range of activities and entertainment that the whole family can enjoy, from sheep solving crimes to spectacular comedy magic and a jewellery making workshop.
The Sheep Detectives (PG)
Fri 22 May - Sat 30 May | Various times
Get ready for a baa-rilliant family adventure!
A team of detective-novel obsessed sheep team up with kind-hearted shepherd, Hugh Jackson, to stop listening to stories and start sleuthing after a mysterious incident shakes up life on the farm.
Hope to see ewe there! Find our screening times here >
Family Animation Workshop
Tue 26 May | 10am - 1pm
Use 2D cut out animation to bring to life your very own 2D cut out character in this fun-filled all-ages workshop, led by two professional animators. This half-day course gives adults and children a chance to work together to create an animated character, coming away with a copy of your film to share with family and friends!
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Introduction to Jewellery Making: Family Workshop
Tue 26 May | 2pm - 4.30pm
Learn how to make your own jewellery using wire beads and crystals in this fun introductory session lead by a professional jewellery maker.
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Rabbits Out of the Hat
Wed 27 May | 2pm
This whimsical comedy musical is a magical extravaganza for all ages!
Expect breathtaking magic, sensational circus and showstopper songs as these Magic Circle magicians share a spectacularly silly and spellbinding story about being yourself no matter what.
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Art Explorers: Family workshop
Thu 28 May | 10.30am - 1pm
Go on an art adventure and get creative in this fun family session. Explore both outdoors and in the studio working with a range of drawing and painting materials and techniques. You will be creating some large scale collaborative artworks as well as some individual pieces with a professional artist and educator.
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There's something for everyone at Exeter Phoenix! Click here to see all upcoming family events.