Your one-stop shop for Barnsley's Halloween horrors is here! Whether you're a local vampire or just visiting for a bite, our guide ensures you experience the Halloween charm of Barnsley.
Popular events this season include the Let's Go Halloween at Yorkshire Wildlife Park, where families can discover spooky adventures amid wildlife. The Yorkshire Scare Grounds Scream Park offers thrilling scares for those seeking a frightful experience. And the Farmer Copleys Pumpkin Festival is something you definitely don't want to miss, featuring pumpkin picking and fun activities for all ages. See more details on these and other fun events and activities below!
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Top Halloween Events In and Around Barnsley
- Let's Go Halloween at Yorkshire Wildlife Park (Doncaster)
- Pumpkin Picking at Cannon Hall Farm (Cawthorne)
- Farmer Copleys Pumpkin Festival (Pontefract)
- Yorkshire Scare Grounds Scream Park (Wakefield)
- Whitby Abbey Illuminations (Whitby)
- SPOOKS at Thornton Hall Farm (Thornton-in-Craven)
- Halloween Spooktacular at Pugneys Light Railway (Wakefield)
- Stockeld Park Pumpkin Patch
- Twilight Rides and Trick or Treat Trail
- The Pumpkin Festival at Birchfield Ice Cream Farm (Summerbridge)
See these and even more events listed below!
Barnsley Area Haunted Experiences
Yorkshire Scare Grounds Scream Park
What to Expect:
Immersive and terrifying haunted experience with multiple themed scare zones and attractions.
Description:
Yorkshire Scare Grounds Scream Park is Yorkshire's premier Halloween event, featuring terrifying haunted houses, scare mazes, and scare zones. The event includes live actors, authentic sets, atmospheric lighting and sound, and static and moving props. Each attraction has an individual theme and set, making it a unique experience. The event is not recommended for pregnant women, people with heart conditions, epilepsy, claustrophobia, or asthmatic individuals.
Where: Wakefield | More Info: Yorkshire Scare Grounds Scream Park
Whitby Abbey Illuminations
What to Expect:
An immersive Halloween experience with live theatre performances and historical illumination.
Description:
Witness the Gothic ruins of Whitby Abbey bathed in dramatic illuminations as part of the Illuminated Whitby Abbey event. This Halloween celebration features immersive live theatre performances, including Time Will Tell theatre group's new creation "If these Stones could Talk." Explore the abbey's eerie atmosphere, meet otherworldly characters, and enjoy spook-tacular food and drink from local vendors.
Where: Whitby | More Info: Whitby Abbey Illuminations
The Spooky Express
What to Expect:
A family-friendly, steam train experience with jump scares and a costume contest.
Description:
The Spooky Express is a Halloween adventure along the Worth Valley Railway, featuring specially decorated steam-heated carriages. Look out for skeletons, ghosts, and little monsters as you enjoy a spooktacular journey. The event includes a thrilling performance, a costume contest, and a mysterious journey from Oxenhope to Keighley.
Where: Haworth | More Info: The Spooky Express
Mad Alice's Ghost Tour
What to Expect:
An immersive guided tour exploring York's dark history with a costumed guide.
Description:
Mad Alice's The Bloody Tour of York is an immersive and award-winning journey through the dark history of York. With 2000 years of history, this tour delves into tales of torture, executions, highwaymen, and witches. Join your costumed guide Mad Alice as she regales you with stories of famous characters like Dick Turpin and Guy Fawkes. Suitable for all ages, this tour is both entertaining and informative, making it a must-visit for first-time visitors and locals alike.
Where: York | More Info: Mad Alice's Ghost Tour
Hallowscream at York Maze
What to Expect:
Immersive haunted house experience with over 100 actors and live stage shows.
Description:
Hallowscream at York Maze is a terrifyingly entertaining night of fear and fun featuring 5 separate live-action haunted house attractions and over 100 actors. The event is based on a farm where a terrible tragedy occurred in 1873, and the restless souls return each Halloween to torment visitors. The central entertainment zone offers undercover areas with drinks and bars, stage performances, and an amazing range of Halloween merchandise.
Where: York | More Info: Hallowscream at York Maze
Mother Shipton's Halloween
What to Expect:
A spellbinding Halloween celebration featuring themed displays, activities, and terror-ific photo opportunities.
Description:
Step into a world of enchantment at Mother Shipton's Cave this Halloween. Explore themed displays featuring witches, mysterious cauldrons, and magical spells. Engage in SPOOKTACULAR activities and capture the magic of the season with terror-ific photo opportunities. Witness objects turning to stone and beware the otherworldly power of the cave, the birthplace of a real witch. Channel your inner sorcerer and cast a spell at the mystical wishing well, where dreams and nightmares collide. Take a moment to relax on covered picnic benches offering scenic views of the autumnal landscape. Bring your furry friends along for a picturesque mile-long walk along the River Nidd.
Where: Barnsley | More Info: Mother Shipton's Halloween
Lotherton Halloween
What to Expect:
Immersive Halloween experience with both spooky and family-friendly activities.
Description:
Lotherton Halloween offers a variety of spooky and family-friendly activities. The event includes "Once Upon a Nightmare: Twisted Tales Unveiled," a spine-chilling Halloween experience for brave souls aged 8 to 15, and "Spooky Skeletons: Scarytales," a daytime event featuring eerie encounters and spine-tingling tales. Additionally, visitors can enjoy pumpkin picking and a thrilling tractor ride, making it a perfect blend of Halloween spirit and fun for all ages.
Where: Barnsley | More Info: Lotherton Halloween
Frightmare Trail at the Leeds Scare Trails
What to Expect:
An immersive Halloween experience with live and un-dead actors.
Description:
Frightmare Trail at the Leeds Scare Trails is an interactive Halloween House of Horrors featuring live and un-dead actors. The event takes place on Saturday, October 26, 2024, from 6 PM to 9 PM. Visitors will follow a trail around the park to get close to ghoulish creatures, enjoying special sound and lighting effects. The trail is recommended for brave souls aged 13 and above, with parental discretion suggested for children under 13.
Where: Leeds | More Info: Frightmare Trail at the Leeds Scare Trails
Family-Friendly Fall Activities Near Barnsley
Let's Go Halloween at Yorkshire Wildlife Park
What to Expect:
The unique feature of Let's Go Halloween at Yorkshire Wildlife Park is its immersive celebration in a zoo setting with a variety of spooky and fun activities.
Description:
Let's Go Halloween at Yorkshire Wildlife Park is a spook-tacular celebration featuring live shows, pantos, creepy characters, wicked workshops, and mystical music medleys. The event takes place in the BRAND-NEW "Let's Go - Event Festival Village," offering fearful family fun and a chance to explore the UK’s no.1 walkthrough wildlife adventure with hundreds of incredible animals.
Where: Doncaster | More Info: Let's Go Halloween at Yorkshire Wildlife Park
Farmer Copleys Pumpkin Festival
What to Expect:
A variety of activities and attractions for all ages, including live music and photo opportunities.
Description:
Farmer Copleys Pumpkin Festival is a family-friendly event featuring over 250,000 pumpkins across 40 varieties. Enjoy activities like tractor rides, live shows, archery, vintage rides, storytime, and a daily fancy dress competition. The festival also includes photo opportunities, a dog parade, and plenty of food and drink options. It's the perfect place to create autumn memories with your family.
Where: Pontefract | More Info: Farmer Copleys Pumpkin Festival
Pumpkin Picking at Cannon Hall Farm
What to Expect:
An immersive Halloween experience with a VR Spooky Pumpkin Ride and almost 10,000 pumpkins available for picking.
Description:
Pumpkin Picking at Cannon Hall Farm is an exciting family event where visitors can choose from almost 10,000 pumpkins. The event includes free pumpkins for children with paid tickets, fancy dress encouragement, and spot prizes. Additionally, there is a VR Spooky Pumpkin Ride for an immersive Halloween experience. The event offers a variety of activities such as outdoor and indoor playgrounds, animal talks, and reptile and mammal house visits.
Where: Cawthorne | More Info: Pumpkin Picking at Cannon Hall Farm
SPOOKS at Thornton Hall Farm
What to Expect:
Interactive Halloween adventure with a variety of spooky and fun activities for all ages.
Description:
SPOOKS at Thornton Hall Farm is an award-nominated Halloween event featuring a revamped rustic pumpkin patch, pumpkin picking, and carving. The event includes interactive activities like the School Evil live show, Trick or Treat Street, and a slime workshop. Visitors can also explore Mischief Manor and enjoy various farm activities such as pony grooming and animal petting.
Where: Thornton-in-Craven | More Info: SPOOKS at Thornton Hall Farm
Pick Your Own Pumpkin Patches in Yorkshire
What to Expect:
Unique feature is the immersive experience with live shows, spooky walks, and magical festoon lights.
Description:
Experience the magic of Spilmans Pumpkin Festival in Yorkshire, where you can pick your own pumpkins from over 125,000 farm-grown pumpkins. The event includes a variety of activities such as the Wizfords Academy of Witches and Wizards show, a Halloween fancy dress disco, and a spooky walk. Enjoy live music, yummy street food, and magical festoon lights while picking your pumpkins under the moonlight.
Where: Barnsley | More Info: Pick Your Own Pumpkin Patches in Yorkshire
The Pumpkin Festival at Birchfield Ice Cream Farm
What to Expect:
A variety of colorful pumpkins to choose from in a picturesque farm setting.
Description:
The Pumpkin Festival at Birchfield Ice Cream Farm is a delightful autumnal event where visitors can pick their perfect pumpkin from a variety of colors and sizes. The festival offers wonderful photo opportunities, a cafe serving hot and cold drinks, ice creams, and take-out food. The farm yard also features a maize maze and bouncy castles, making it a fun-filled day for all ages.
Where: Summerbridge | More Info: The Pumpkin Festival at Birchfield Ice Cream Farm
Twilight Rides and Trick or Treat Trail
What to Expect:
A Halloween event at a wildlife park with live shows and animal encounters.
Description:
Dive into the BRAND-NEW "Let's Go - Event Festival Village" at Yorkshire Wildlife Park for a spook-tacular Scarefest filled with fearful family fun, live shows, colourful characters, and things that go bump in the night. Explore the lands of the UK's no.1 walkthrough wildlife adventure and enjoy hundreds of incredible animals.
Where: Barnsley | More Info: Twilight Rides and Trick or Treat Trail
Stockeld Park Pumpkin Patch
What to Expect:
A comprehensive range of spooky yet family-friendly activities in a magical woodland setting.
Description:
Stockeld Park transforms into a spooktacular destination during Halloween with a variety of family-friendly activities. Explore the Enchanted Forest, meet the Woodland Witches, and participate in pumpkin picking. The park offers a range of spooky yet fun activities including the Mummy Maze, zombie-themed laser experience, and a fearsome fancy dress contest. Every paying child gets a complimentary pumpkin to take home and decorate.
Where: Barnsley | More Info: Stockeld Park Pumpkin Patch
Halloween Spooktacular at Pugneys Light Railway
What to Expect:
A round trip through the spooky woods at Pugneys Country Park on a miniature railway.
Description:
Experience a spooky and family-friendly Halloween celebration at Pugneys Light Railway. Take a round trip through the eerie woods behind one of our steam or diesel locomotives. Suitable for all ages, this 10-12 minute journey is a must-visit for those who love Halloween.
Where: Wakefield | More Info: Halloween Spooktacular at Pugneys Light Railway
The Forbidden Forest Trail
What to Expect:
A free, family-friendly Halloween trail suitable for all ages in the scenic Cannon Hall Museum Park and Gardens.
Description:
Step into the Forbidden Forest at Cannon Hall Museum Park and Gardens this October half term. This free event offers fun for all ages, with the trail suitable for everyone. Explore the spooky atmosphere and enjoy the Halloween festivities.
Where: Elsecar | More Info: The Forbidden Forest Trail
Halloween at Experience Barnsley: Museum & Discovery Centre
What to Expect:
A variety of spooky trails and interactive activities designed for all ages.
Description:
Experience Barnsley: Museum & Discovery Centre is hosting a spooktacular Halloween event filled with activities and exhibits designed to delight both children and adults. The event features a "Chamber of Spooky Treasures" with Halloween costumes welcome, and parental guidance recommended for younger children. The museum also offers various spooky trails and interactive activities, making it a fun and festive destination for the Halloween season.
Where: Barnsley | More Info: Halloween at Experience Barnsley: Museum & Discovery Centre
Halloween Arts & Crafts and Interactive Play
What to Expect:
The event allows participants to recycle empty cereal boxes into their own cereal box monsters.
Description:
Join Hull Truck Theatre for a Halloween-themed adventure featuring arts and crafts sessions followed by interactive plays. Adventurers are encouraged to come in Halloween dress and can create their own cereal box monsters using empty cereal boxes.
Where: Hull | More Info: Halloween Arts & Crafts and Interactive Play
Murton Park Halloween Activities
What to Expect:
A witch-themed trail where visitors can find the Murton Hag's lost belongings.
Description:
Murton Park transforms into a witch-themed wonderland this Halloween. The Murton Hag welcomes visitors with a witches' trail where you can find her lost belongings, craft activities like making jar lanterns and bat garlands, and spooky storytelling sessions. It's a family-friendly event filled with magical wand-making and eerie adventures.
Where: York | More Info: Murton Park Halloween Activities
SENsational
What to Expect:
A multisensory session tailored for families with PMLD, autism, or neurodiverse individuals.
Description:
SENsational is a multisensory session designed for families with PMLD, autism, or neurodiverse individuals. The event takes place in the Learning Lab inside the museum, featuring a range of sensory items, soft floor mats, and soft lighting to create a unique and inclusive experience.