Banbury Unique & Unusual Halloween Events 2026

22 unique & unusual Halloween events in Banbury and nearby

Illustration of a clay witch in a pointed hat laying out tarot cards at a small round table inside a candlelit tent (Halloween Samhain Long Compton Ghost Walk)

Halloween Samhain Long Compton Ghost Walk

Sat, Oct 31

Long Compton 11 mi $$

Spooky walking tour exploring folklore, witchcraft, and local murders.

Oxford Ghost Tour

Oxford 22 mi

Hear tales of murder and executions while walking Oxford at night.

Warwick Town Bonfire

Sat, Nov 7

Warwick 18 mi

Charity fundraiser with fireworks and live Brazilian carnival beats

Ghost Fest 2026

Oct 23 – Oct 31

Oxford 22 mi

Halloween encounters and tours inside a 1,000-year-old castle prison.

Illustration of white ghosts floating over houses with glowing windows and pumpkins, with a witch flying past a full moon (The Stratford Ghost Walk)

The Stratford Ghost Walk

Stratford 18 mi

Theatrical evening storytelling tour through historic Stratford led by entertainer Edward.

Illustration of a small Ferris wheel, striped tents and a decorated booth with pumpkins on a grassy fairground in autumn (Bampton Autumn Food & Gift Fair 2026)

Bampton Autumn Food & Gift Fair 2026

Sat, Oct 17

Bampton 25 mi Free

Features around 18 independent food, gift, and homeware stalls.

Illustration of a town street at twilight with glowing windows, pumpkins, floating ghosts and a witch on a broom by the moon (Stratford Town Walk - Halloween Ghost Walk)

Stratford Town Walk - Halloween Ghost Walk

Stratford 18 mi

Storytelling ghost tour of haunted streets led by costumed professional entertainers.

The Oxford Ghost Tour

Oct 24 – Nov 1

Oxford 22 mi

Interactive walking tour led by an actor in authentic cavalier dress.

Illustration of a small haunted cottage with glowing windows, ghosts, pumpkins and a black cat under a big pale moon (The Former Stag ( Now The Piston Club) Warwickshire Ghost Hunt Supper ( 2 Course Meal))

The Former Stag ( Now The Piston Club) Warwickshire Ghost Hunt Supper ( 2 Course Meal)

Oct 2 – Nov 6

Stratford 22 mi

Paranormal investigation with a two-course supper in a 16th-century former courthouse.

Illustration of a small guide with a glowing lantern on a cobblestone street with pumpkins, ghosts and a stone bridge (Stratford-upon-Avon Ghost Walk)

Stratford-upon-Avon Ghost Walk

Stratford 18 mi

Explores Stratford's gruesome history, folklore, and ties to William Shakespeare.

Illustration of a smiling guide holding a glowing lantern on a cobblestone street with ghosts and pumpkins at dusk (Halloween Horror with Adam Wood)

Halloween Horror with Adam Wood

Fri, Oct 30

Coventry 21 mi

Historian Adam Wood shares real-life tales of terror from Coventry's past.

Halloween Quiz Night

Fri, Oct 30

Rugby 22 mi $

Horror-themed trivia night featuring prizes and book and film rounds.

Illustration of three costumed clay children and little ghosts at a table with pumpkins and decorated cookies in autumn light (Autumnal Wreath Making Workshop)

Autumnal Wreath Making Workshop

Sat, Oct 24

Northampton 22 mi $

Craft a handmade wreath using sustainably sourced natural materials.

Illustration of smiling ghost figures and a small costumed child beside pumpkins and paint cups on a wooden table (Halloween Wreath Making Workshop)

Halloween Wreath Making Workshop

Sat, Oct 31

Northampton 22 mi $

Craft an autumnal wreath using naturally and sustainably sourced materials.

Coventry Halloween Ghost Walk

Sat, Oct 31

Coventry 25 mi $

Guided paranormal ghost walk through Coventry's historic streets and alleys.

Illustration of clay figures shopping at striped market stalls piled with orange pumpkins under autumn trees and bunting (Create Hardy Containers Workshop)

Create Hardy Containers Workshop

Sat, Oct 3

Preston Bissett 15 mi $

Hands-on container gardening workshop using hardy plants and winter bulbs.

Illustration of a craft table with a glitter pumpkin, paint cups, a clay kid, a smiling ghost and a paper bat under bunting (Felt N’ Fizz Workshop - Pumpkins)

Felt N’ Fizz Workshop - Pumpkins

Fri, Oct 30

Stony Stratford 21 mi $$

Craft a handmade woollen pumpkin with dry felting and drinks.

Illustration of a Halloween town at night with glowing windows, pumpkins, floating ghosts and a witch flying past a full moon (Capture & Connect: Autumn Photography Walk and Picnic in Salcey Forest)

Capture & Connect: Autumn Photography Walk and Picnic in Salcey Forest

Sat, Sep 26

Northampton 22 mi $$

Woodland photography walk and picnic supporting local mental health initiatives.

Illustration of clay kid characters, paper bats, cotton ghosts and pumpkins on a craft table with paint pots and bunting (Autumn Wreath Making Workshop)

Autumn Wreath Making Workshop

Sat, Sep 19

Radley 26 mi $$$

Craft an autumn or Halloween-themed door wreath with materials provided.

Illustration of a clay kid in cat ears at a craft table with ghosts, pumpkins, paint pots and paper bats (Autumn Pumpkin Table Centre Workshop with Cerus)

Autumn Pumpkin Table Centre Workshop with Cerus

Sat, Oct 17

Milton Keynes 25 mi $$

Craft an autumn floral table centre in a woodland log cabin.

Illustration of small clay figures in costumes and ghosts painting pumpkins at a long table under bunting at dusk (Autumn Wreath Workshop with Cerus)

Autumn Wreath Workshop with Cerus

Sat, Oct 3

Milton Keynes 25 mi $$

Craft an autumn door wreath in a cosy woodland log cabin.

Illustration of friendly ghosts on small town rooftops with pumpkins and glowing windows as two witches fly past a full moon (Dizzee Rascal's Halloween Junkies)

Dizzee Rascal's Halloween Junkies

Milton Keynes 26 mi $$

Headline performance by Dizzee Rascal with top DJs

Unique & Unusual Halloween Events this weekend Oct 16–18

Sat17Oct Bampton Autumn Food & Gift Fair 2026Bampton

Sat17Oct Autumn Pumpkin Table Centre Workshop with CerusMilton Keynes

thru6Nov The Former Stag ( Now The Piston Club) Warwickshire Ghost Hunt Supper ( 2 Course Meal)Stratford-upon-Avon

Other Halloween categories in Banbury

Illustration of costumed clay children and a witch playing among pumpkins, hay bales and tents on an autumn lawn

BanburyFamily-Friendly Fall Activities30 family events

Illustration of a Halloween party at dusk with costumed characters around a punch bowl, a ghost, pumpkins and string lights

BanburyHalloween Food, Drink, and Parties10 parties & tastings

Illustration of a small haunted cottage with glowing windows, ghosts, jack-o'-lanterns and a black cat under a pale moon

BanburyHaunted Experiences14 haunted attractions

Illustration of a pumpkin character and a ghost performing on a small stage with red curtains before a costumed audience

BanburyHalloween Movies, Theater, and Entertainment6 shows & screenings

About Unique & Unusual Halloween Events in Banbury

Banbury residents seeking Halloween events beyond town will find ghost tours in Oxford and Stratford-upon-Avon, alongside music in Milton Keynes. For those preferring local or nearby activities, consider craft workshops or seasonal fairs.

If you want a ticketed evening experience, there are various ghost hunts and performances available in surrounding areas. For a more hands-on approach, explore wreath-making workshops in Northampton.

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