This May half-term, join us at the National Football Museum for nine days of football-themed fun, celebrating the trophies, tournaments, and iconic moments that have shaped the beautiful game.
Across the museum, families can take part in creative activities, challenges and games designed to test their football knowledge and spark their imagination.
Scroll down to see the full programme, or visit our dedicated What’s On page.
Get Into The Action…
Head, Shoulders, Knees & Goals
Open now on the Score Gallery
Kids and grown-ups alike can discover the fascinating connection between football and the human body in our brand new exhibition.
Explore the science behind movement, the stories that shape identity and the joy of football fandom through hands on play, sensory moments and incredible objects.
NFM x Yard Ball interactive
Open now in the Pitch Gallery
Keeping with the theme of movement, the museum will also be playing host to a uniquely urban football experience.
Yard Ball is the place to be in our Pitch Gallery for an all-action arena that will put your skills to the ultimate test. Included with your admission ticket.
Player League Player by Rezzil
Open everyday in the Play Gallery
Step into the action with the official Premier League VR game, and experience football like never before.
Choose your favourite club, wear the official kit, and walk out into iconic stadiums. Whether you’re making game-winning saves, scoring screamers, or reliving the Premier League’s biggest moments, this is your chance to play your part.
Activities this May Half Term
Build a Baller Trail
Every day (self-guided), Sat 23 May – Sun 31 May
Follow our new object trail around the galleries and learn more about football and the body, collecting stickers and building a baller as you go!
Trophies Up Close
Level 1 (daily drop in), Sat 23 May – Sun 31 May
Get hands on at our Object Handling table with some of the world’s most iconic trophies. Spin our wheel, test your football knowledge and relive the stories of unforgettable tournament moments.
Knuckle-Ball
Score Gallery (daily drop in), Sat 23 May – Sun 31 May
Take inspiration from champions across the world and build your own finger footballer. Test your skills and celebrate the unique ways football brings people together.
Sub Soccer
Play Gallery Balcony, Sat 23 May – Sun 31 May
Sit down to a 1v1 mini cage match with friends, family, or perhaps even a member of staff! A different take on the game, encouraging close control, concentration and coordination.
Trophy Comic Corner
Match Gallery – Prow End, Sat 23 May – Sun 31 May
A quiet, self-directed reading and exploration space where families can explore a specially created museum comic about legendary tournament moments through time.
Bingo Baller
Dugout Cafe, Sat 23 May – Sun 31 May Half Past Each Hour
Head to our museum café for an interactive bingo-style quiz, show off your baller brains and maybe even discover facts about the game that might surprise you!
Timings: 11:15, 11:45, 12:15, 12:45, 13:15, 13:45, 14:15, 14:45
Play Gallery challenges
Every day on our Play Gallery
Don’t forget, our Play Gallery features four football-themed interactive games, including our ever-popular Penalty Shootout. Warm up the right way in our new exhibition, then head down one level to get in the game!
Book your tickets
We are open every day, 10am to 5pm (last admission 4pm). Get your ticket directly from us and enjoy unlimited visits for a whole year!