The best Halloween events for families & kids
Discover the best Halloween events for families and kids across the UK — from pumpkin picking and spooky shows to raves, discos and film nights for all ages.
Last updated: 14th Oct 2025
Originally published: 17th Oct 2024
Whether your little monsters fancy carving pumpkins, meeting Disney characters, or tearing up the dancefloor to So Solid Crew, there’s something here for every age and energy level. So grab your broomsticks, pack the snacks, and get ready for a half-term full of thrills, chills and memory-making moments.
When: 14th - 26th October 2025
Where: Clyde South Street in Glasgow
Got a family full of thrill seekers? Head to Spooktacular. You’ve got breathtaking rides, frightful fun and a selection of fantastic food stalls to keep everyone fed. With a new venue for 2025, Spooktacular promises to be scarier than ever, whether you attend in the afternoon or at night.
When: Saturday 25th October
Where: Escape to Freight Island in Manchester
For families who love to let loose and dance, Raver Tots is the place to be. In Manchester, they’re bringing So Solid Crew to Freight Island. Your children get to cut some shapes to exciting music and you and your partner get to relive your raving days alongside them. Maybe even give them a lecture on the way out about how great music was in your day... We’ll leave that decision up to you. But rest assured, with dancers, bubbles, giant balloons and confetti blasts, everyone will have a great time.
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When: 27th September - 2nd November 2025
Where: Cattows Farm in Coalville
Forget shelling out on an expensive trip; Halloween Farm in Coalville brings the American experience to you. Set in the heart of the Leicestershire countryside, expect everything from traditional pumpkin picking, live wild-west cowboy shows, Jurassic dinosaur shows and even an American circus.
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When: 16th - 27th October 2025
Where: Himley Hall in Dudley
This Halloween, the walled garden of Himley Hall will transform into a ground ripe for pumpkin picking at The Enchanted Pumpkin Path. Explore the trail and marvel at the pumpkins on offer, making sure to stop for refreshments while taking in the excitement of the event. Don’t miss out on what looks to be one of the best Halloween events for kids & families!
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When: 18th - 31st October 2025
Where: Sunderland Live in Houghton-le-Spring
Dare to endure ghosts, ghouls and spooky visuals? All while you’re locked in your car? Head on down to the Horror Car Wash. Your vehicle will make its way through a car wash, while frightful figures and scary imagery join you. Sit, scream, laugh and leave with fun memories all around.
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Raver Tots Halloween Party Liverpool
When: Sunday 2nd November 2025
Where: Invisible Wind Factory in Liverpool
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School's Out Trick or Treat Edition!
When: Friday 31st October 2025
Where: Rollernation in London
Rollerskating? Fancy dress? Face painting? What more could you ask for this Halloween? You can find all this and more at Rollernation’s School’s Out Trick or Treat Edition, and even better, skate hire is included in the ticket price.
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When: Sunday 26th October
Where: Trinity Arts Centre in Bristol
If you’re in Bristol and you need an event that will get the whole family dancing, look no further than Raver Tots. With DJs spinning the best in house, garage, drum and bass and club classics, you have a place where the kids can use up their seemingly endless storage of energy. While they dance, you can hear all the amazing tunes you grew up on and make memories together. Sounds like a win-win to us.
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When: Sunday 26th October - Friday 31st October 2025
Where: Blackstock Market in Liverpool
Scoop the kids up in the car and drive down to Blackstock Market for a fantastic day of spooky-season themed activities. Whether it’s creepy face painting, spooky mascots, Halloween films, live music or dancing, this event has something for all families. Plus, it’s free! Get down early and for what looks to be one of the best Halloween events for kids & families in 2025.
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When: Sunday 26th October
Where: Boxpark, Wembley
Raver Tots lands in Boxpark Wembley and it looks to be huge! With DJs spinning the best in house, garage, drum and bass and club classics, it’s the perfect place for kids to burn off their endless energy while you relive your raving days. Expect dancers, bubbles, giant balloons and confetti blasts — a proper family day out with serious party vibes.
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When: Wednesday 29th October 2025
Where: The Continental in Preston
Expect amazing performers, silly games, spooky surprises and a full circus show at The Continental this Halloween. Perfect for kids aged four and up, The Big Family Halloween Party has everything to make your spooky season unforgettable.
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When: Wednesday 29th October 2025
Where: Electric Daisy in Derby
Pizza, popcorn and a film sounds like the perfect Halloween event to us. If you’re in Derby, you’re in luck, as Hocus Pocus will be showing at Electric Daisy. Along with the pizza and popcorn, there’s pick ‘n’ mix, a fully licensed bar and hot drinks!
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When: Sunday 2nd November 2025
Where: Invisible Wind Factory in Liverpool
Amy Lauren and Sweet Female Attitude are on the bill for the Liverpool leg of Raver Tots. Taking place at Invisible Wind Factory, treat the kids to some high-energy house, UKG and drum and bass and watch as they marvel at the music, confetti and giant balloons. You’ll make Halloween memories that will last a lifetime.
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When: Thursday 30th October 2025
Where: 442 Bar & Grill in Willenhall
At RNP Family Halloween night, expect games, giveaways, competitions, prizes for the best costumes and a bucketload of fun. DJ Sophielou will be providing the tunes, a mixture of family-friendly bangers to get you and the whole gang moving.
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When: Sunday 2nd November 2025
Where: Ministry of Sound in London
With an epic line-up consisting of So Solid Crew, Nicky Blackmarket and Leanne Louise, Raver Tots at Ministry of Sound looks to be a belter! Introduce the kids to some classic tunes, let their energy run wild and spend Halloween having tons of fun. You won’t regret it.
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When: Saturday 1st November 2025
Where: BALLIN’ Maidstone
Give the kids a chance to meet their favourite characters this Halloween at BALLIN’ Maidstone. Wednesday Addams, Wicked’s Elphaba and Wicked’s Glinda will join magical Disney mascots for a special Halloween and Disney party. If that wasn’t enough, there are party games and live music, with squash and snacks throughout.
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When: Wednesday 29th October 2025
Where: Mala in Manchester
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When: Friday 31st October 2025
Where: The Aquarius in Cannock
With entertainment from MidzKidz, a disco with D&L entertainment and tasty food throughout, the excitement won’t stop for your kids at Family Fun Halloween Party. Oh, and don’t forget to grab your best costumes; the whole family can win prizes for best dressed!
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When: Sunday 19th October 2025
Where: Henderson Theatre in Shotts
Head on down to the Henderson Theatre in Shotts for a Halloween extravaganza, which will bring fun for the kids and nostalgia for the adults.
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When: Sunday 19th October 2025
Where: Luna Springs Digbeth in Birmingham
Looking to swap trick or treating for an event that has a bit more energy? Head to Raver Tots in Birmingham. Luna Springs in Digbeth will transform into a bouncing rave where kids and families can dance to the best electronic music around!
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When: Friday 31st October 2025
Where: Spaced Out Sefton in Liverpool
Get ready for an evening of fun, magic and mischief at Loco Kidz Halloween Family Event, where the children will be able to marvel at party guests Venom, Rumi (K-Pop Demon Hunters) and Hocus Pocus’ Sanderson Sisters!
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For more Halloween events from across the UK, head to our Family Halloween Events Inspire Me page.
Looking for Halloween events in your city? Check out the best Halloween events to attend in London, Manchester, Liverpool, Leeds, Birmingham, Sheffield, Newcastle, Bristol, Edinburgh, Glasgow, and Nottingham.
Check out our What's On Guide to discover even more rowdy raves and sweaty gigs taking place over the coming weeks and months. For festivals, lifestyle events and more, head on over to our Things To Do page or be inspired by the event selections on our Inspire Me page.
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