6 of the best Halloween Events in the UK

Get your spooky fever on this Halloween

by Violet Currey

It’s officially Spooktober, and it’s time to get your Halloween festive fever on. Some of you are already organised and have some killer fancy dress parties to attend with their outfit already planned, or maybe you’re spending it with the family and reliving your youth by taking your little one trick or treating! If you’re scratching your head and are unsure what to do for your Halloween celebrations this year, look no further. Discover the 6 best Halloween events in the UK to make you scream, laugh and most importantly, show off your ultimate Halloween costume. The UK is booming with Halloween events with everything from horror cinema experiences in an old school Ballroom to pumpkin carving. There are some of the most epic Halloween parties to work those monster mash moves, and you can even have a sleepover in a haunted prison. The Halloween weekend is jam-packed with all sorts of spooky activities to get in the Halloween spirit!

ScareFest at Alton Towers

This award-winning UK Halloween event is the ultimate family outing for all ages. And that’s not all. This year, Scarefest is celebrating its 15th Anniversary, so you’re in for a treat (or maybe a trick!). Explore the theme park in the darkness to get your thrill on with some screams and laughs along the way. You’ll get to ride the world’s most immersive rollercoaster, The Wicker Man, through the magical woods and explore a mysterious world like nothing you’ve seen before. Is that not scary enough? Discover the Alton Tower’s Dungeon to interact with the historical characters and try to escape the Black Plague - you’ll have a laugh but are guaranteed to be spooked out. Don’t want to miss out on Trick or Treating? Scarefest has a special town where it’s Trick or Treats every day for their visitors, and you’ll get to enjoy some Haribo along the way. Bring your friends, little ones, and even the grandparents to experience the spookiest Halloween festivals in the UK.

Halloween Movies at London’s Oldest Ballroom

This event is for all you horror movie buffs. Head down to London’s last remaining 1950s ballroom to feel like you’ve travelled back in time to enjoy some of the best horror movie classics. The pop-up cinema presents a Fright Night cinema experience in an old vintage-style setting that will make you feel like having a little boogie-woogie. The Rivoli Ballroom is showcasing some of the horror movies faves, such as the original Carrie, Ghostbusters, Beetlejuice, and many more. Perfect for a date night or evening with your friends. Grab your popcorn from their old-school dispenser with the traditional boxes. You’ll feel like you’re living in a movie whilst rocking out in your scary costume on the edge of your seat. You’re guaranteed to have an unforgettable movie night in one of London’s most hidden gems. There’s even a Halloween disco you want to party into the night. Even better, you could be in with a chance to win your horror film festival experience for you and your plus one, so all you’ll have to worry about is your costume and fight over which popcorn you want.

Muncaster Halloween Festival

Fancy hanging out with zombies, ghosts, and witches this Halloween? Well, head over the Muncaster Castle to have the spookiest Halloween experience. The castle, located in Cumbria, is not just any Halloween event; it’s a full-on day festival! In the daytime, it’s a friendly atmosphere for your little ones, but as soon as it turns dark… the real horror begins (not recommended for the kids!). Scary mazes, zombie shootouts, and even a spooky Halloween disco to jam to some classic Ghost Busters. The festival is in a beautiful location in Cumbria. Feel truly Halloweeny this October with your family and friends if you’re brave enough to venture out in the night.

Pumpkin Picking

Did you know that York is the most haunted city in the UK? Well where is a better place to go pumpkin picking than here? Open from the 1st October, you can find your favourite pumpkin to carve faces, cats, or even a minion. Perfect for the family or to go with your pals. You have until the 31st of October to head over to go pumpkin picking and have a real traditional experience. York is jam-packed with ghost walks, murder mysteries, and spooky festivals if you are still itching to feel scared after your hard day of pumpkin picking.

Bongo’s Bingos

This cracking Halloween event is just for you party people. The epic Bongos Bingo has Halloween special week events across the UK with tickets still available at Leeds, Edinburgh, and Manchester for a spooky immersive experience! Imagine rave meets bingo plus tons of epic Halloween fancy dress, dances offs, challenges and sing-along tunes then you have Bongos Bingo. Compete to win some fun Halloween prizes and, most importantly, their famous Henry hoover prize. A super fun night with your group to have a Halloween disco party like never before. Tickets usually sell out pretty fast, so don’t miss out on your Halloween rave this Spooktober.

The Ghost Bus Tours

How does a sightseeing tour with a spooky and funny twist sound? Jump on the award-winning Ghost Bus that’s nothing like your typical tour bus. This one is jet-black and full of spooky surprises. You’ll get to experience the UK’s only comedy horror sightseeing experience, operating all year round but Halloween is their time to shine. Get on board from either the most haunted cities of Edinburgh, York, or London to see the best attractions and learn about the haunted history with your freaky tour guides. Even better, you’ll get to immerse yourself in a horror theatre performance on wheels to have an unforgettable night full of scares and laughs. A hilarious and entertaining day out with your friends or family, suitable for all ages.

Sleepover in a Haunted Prison

Warning: this Halloween experience isn’t for the scaredy cats. If you’re feeling brave and fancy a freaky sleepover, then this one is perfect for you. You’ll have the ultimate 12-hour experience staying over in the UK’s most haunted prison cell for the night and experiencing life behind bars. You’ll have a guided tour around the haunted cells and prison grounds before having the evening to yourself to do as you please. Play games with your other cellmates, explore the cells and even go ghost hunting. If you’re after a hair-raising and chilling experience, then grab your overnight bag for a night at the spookiest places to stay in the UK.

The UK is bursting with tons of epic Halloween events for families, fancy dress enthusiasts, parties, and scary walks to suit everyone. Whatever your tolerance for terror, you can celebrate Halloween and make it the spookiest one yet! We’re huge fans of sharing experiences with others, and Halloween is the best time to share a scream, laugh and grip each other to hide away from the monsters. You could even win some of the best Halloween prizes from luxury hampers, spooky treats, freaky experiences, horror movie tickets to a classic pumpkin spiced hot chocolate kit so you can make your own at home. Happy Halloween everyone, and have a fang-tastic night.

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Published on 21/10/22