Halloween at Kew
Visitors venture along an illuminated trail filled with haunting scenes, hidden surprises, and eerie encounters throughout the gardens. Sights include fire performers lighting up the night, Dracula lurking in the shadows, the Headless Horseman, and a cursed tomb. Food and drinks are available along the route, with treats such as freaky fries, hot chocolate, monster marshmallows to toast over open flames, and hot toddies.
Oct 16 – Nov 1, 2026 all ages
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Plan Your Visit
Tickets
Member Adult: Off Peak £16.75 / Peak £20.55. Non-member Adult: Off Peak £19.50 / Peak £24. Anytime entry tickets have limited availability £1 tickets for Universal Credit or Pension Credit holders apply to standard daytime entry only and do not apply to Halloween at Kew. Food and drink have separate charges.
Neighborhood
Richmond
Food & Drink
Freaky fries, hot chocolate, monster marshmallows to toast over open flames and hot toddies are available for an extra charge.
Accessibility
Powered wheelchairs are permitted, but other personal wheeled vehicles must be left at the gates.
Location
Tips & Advice
- Choose your time slot carefully based on scare level: Daylight sessions suit very young children best, while Moonlight sessions offer the scariest experience.
- Make sure to arrive via Victoria Gate, Elizabeth Gate, or Brentford Gate, as these are the only entrance points.
- Allow plenty of time for your visit, as last entry is strictly at 8:30pm before the gardens close at 10pm.
Special Events & Promotions
- A brand-new cursed tomb features on the 2026 trail.
- Entry is by timed session with limited capacity; choose a date and slot when booking. Daylight sessions are up to 6pm, Twilight runs 6pm–7.30pm, and Moonlight is after 7.30pm.
Links & Contact
Run by Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew and Fever
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the scare levels for the different time slots?
Daylight sessions (up to 6pm) are most suitable for very young children; Twilight sessions (6pm to 7:30pm) ramp up the scare factor; Moonlight sessions (after 7:30pm) are the scariest, though still suitable for all.
Which gates provide access to the event?
Entrances are located at Victoria Gate, Elizabeth Gate, and Brentford Gate only.
Are bikes or scooters permitted on the trail?
No, bicycles, tricycles, roller skates, skateboards, micro-scooters, balance bikes, and other vehicles (except powered wheelchairs) are not permitted and must be left at the gates.
Can tickets be exchanged or refunded?
No, Kew Gardens and Fever do not offer exchanges or refunds once tickets have been purchased.
Is Halloween at Kew included with general daytime admission?
No, this is a separately ticketed evening experience and is not included with general garden admission.
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