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Halloween Half Term Fun

Places to visit during October Half Term

Many attractions are hosting Halloween events during the October half term holidays! (Please visit their website for opening times & tickets).

 

Halloween Party at Little Monkeys Play Centre

29th, 30th October 2025 & 1st November 2025

Includes entry, two course monster buffet, 2 ½ hours play, wicked disco and fancy dress competition (parents included).

£15 per child. To book please call Little Monkeys on 01629 736212.

 

Scarefest at Alton Towers

27th September 2025 – 2nd November 2025

On October’s spookiest dates, tiptoe into Alton Towers Resort for all sorts of tricks and treats as the award-winning Scarefest returns for 2025!

 

Frights of Abraham

20th October 2025 – 2nd November 2025

Enjoy spooky Halloween fun and activities at the Heights of Abraham.

 

Chatsworth Half Term Halloween Fun

27th October 2025 - 31st October 2025

Experience autumnal fun and Halloween horrors in the farmyard at Chatsworth Farmyard and Adventure Playground this half-term holiday. 

31st October – 1st November 2025

An evening of family entertainment complete with a bonfire, firework displays, and seasonal food and drink.

 

Crich Tramway Halloween Fun

25th October 2024 - 31st October 2025

Enjoy scarily great fun, family activities with a spooky theme. Stories on a tram, face painter, Halloween crafts. Join in the Halloween Show and tricks and treats on our woodland.


Matlock Bath Illuminations

6TH September – 26th October 2025

Matlock Bath Illuminations is a fun-packed family event featuring a spectacular parade of illuminated and decorated boats along the River Derwent

 

Fang-tastic Halloween Festival at Matlock Farm Park

25th October 2025 – 2nd November 2025

The Fang-tastic Halloween Festival is back at Matlock Farm Park,  join in the fun with great Halloween activities.

Ghost Tales / Half Term at Bolsover Castle

25th October – 2nd November 2025

Gather your little monsters for a ghoulishly good day out at Bolsover Castle this half term. Follow the quest to solve creepy clues and gather round to listen to spooky stories.

Halloween at Haddon Hall

22nd October – 31st October 2025

Little School of Sorcery. As the nights draw in and the magic of Halloween approaches, there can be no better place to enjoy some enchantingly good activities than Haddon Hall. 

Pumpkin Picking at Ashover Family Farm

1st October - 31st October 2025. F𝐑𝐄𝐄 𝐄𝐍𝐓𝐑𝐘 & P𝐀𝐑𝐊𝐈𝐍𝐆

50,000+ PUMPKINS TO CHOOSE FROM! 

 

Octo-Bear Fest at Peak Wildlife Park

4th October 2025 - 2rd November 2025

Join us every weekend in October and throughout the half term for a paw-some celebration like no other! Enjoy delicious bratwursts and pretzels, refreshing draft beer, and a variety of fun activities for the whole family. We’ll also be raising vital funds in support of Polar Bears International, helping protect these incredible animals for the future. Don’t miss out on the fun — it’s going to be un-bear-lievable!

Spooky Train Rides

25th October & 31st October 2025

Enjoy a spooky steam train ride at Peak Rail through the Derbyshire Dales. 

Hallowtide Half Term Activities at Hardwick Hall

25th October – 2nd November 2025

Play is back at Hardwick with the Elizabethan themes of Hallowtide weaved through the half term activities along with some spooky editions such as witches hat hoopla, broomstick barefoot walk, apple tree bean bag toss and so much more!

Scream Time UK | Halloween Trails & Scare Events

17th October – 2nd November 2025

Scream Time at Elvaston Castle. Dare to scare? Step into the action with the live scare actors hidden in eerie indoor spaces and shadowy estate grounds. Face the frights of Screamtime (15+) or enjoy jumpy family fun at Spookytime (7+)

Peak Village | Shopping & Things to Do in the Peak District, Derbyshire

25th October & 31st October 2025

Halloween Pottery Making and Halloween Fun Day at Peak Village. Great Halloween activities for children, including dressing up, themed crafts and fun spell crafting.

 

Home - Matlock Ghost Emporium

31st October, 1st November & 2nd November 2025

Young Adults & Adults Paint Your Own Ghost evenings 6-9pm