Unearth Blackpool's Halloween treasures with our spine-tingling event guide. Discover Halloween hotspots for hometown haunts and traveling terrors.
Among the most thrilling experiences this season is the Journey to Hell: Freak Nights, a harrowing event that immerses visitors in chilling scenarios. Pasaje Del Terror features live actors and immersive sets designed to send shivers down your spine. And the Pumpkins in the Park festival is something you definitely don't want to miss, showcasing vibrant decorations and family-friendly activities. See more details on these and other fun events and activities below!
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Top Halloween Events In and Around Blackpool
- Journey to Hell: Freak Nights
- Pasaje Del Terror
- Pumpkins in the Park festival (Lytham St Annes)
- Pumpkin Festival at Ridgeway Farm
- Skeleton Hunt at Blackpool Zoo
- Pumpkin Patch at Farm (Skipton)
- Farm Halloween Fun at Thornton Hall Country Park (Skipton)
- Monster Magic Show at Blackpool Pleasure Beach
- Pumpkin Nights at Mrs Dowsons (Blackburn)
- Children’s Halloween Afternoon Tea at Dobbies Garden Centre (Preston)
See these and even more events listed below!
Blackpool Area Haunted Experiences
Pasaje Del Terror
What to Expect:
An immersive, interactive horror experience with live actors and advanced special effects.
Description:
Pasaje del Terror is an interactive horror experience where groups of up to 8 people navigate a labyrinthine maze filled with live actors, hi-tech special effects, and multiple soundtracks. This terrifying venture has been thrilling visitors for 25 years, featuring a theatrical setting with 20 sets and around 18 actors lurking in the darkness. The realism and shocking energy create an unforgettable nightmarish journey.
Where: Blackpool | More Info: Pasaje Del Terror
Ghoulish Themed Dinner at After Dark Murder Mystery Events
What to Expect:
An immersive and interactive murder mystery dinner experience where you solve the crime while enjoying a Halloween-themed meal.
Description:
Enjoy a ghoulish themed three-course dinner at the Monster Mansion Murder Mystery event hosted by After Dark Murder Mystery Events. The evening features a spooky criminal cabaret experience where you witness scenes of evidence come to life as the mystery unfolds around your dining table. The residents of Monster Mansion prepare to welcome their new son-in-law, but he's not quite what they expected. The fun soon turns into a funeral as the mad professor gets murderous, the witch gets more wicked, and the bride-to-be becomes bloodthirsty. You'll have to scream at these suspects as you uncover clues to solve this death over dinner.
Where: Blackburn | More Info: Ghoulish Themed Dinner at After Dark Murder Mystery Events
Journey to Hell: Freak Nights
What to Expect:
Immersive scare zones and unlimited ride access create a truly terrifying Halloween experience.
Description:
Journey to Hell: Freak Nights at Pleasure Beach Resort in Blackpool offers a terrifying Halloween experience with two new live-action scare zones, including "Down the Rabbit Hole" and "Cabinet of Curiosities." The event features nine rides with unlimited access, haunted ride areas, and themed cocktails and dining. Guests can navigate through twisted tunnels and experience the world's first Ghost Train, all while facing malevolent spirits and grotesque figures.
Where: Blackpool | More Info: Journey to Hell: Freak Nights
Family-Friendly Fall Activities Near Blackpool
Pumpkins in the Park festival
What to Expect:
The unique feature of Pumpkins in the Park is its variety of entertainment and activities suitable for all ages, making it a perfect Halloween celebration for families.
Description:
Pumpkins in the Park is a free, family-friendly festival celebrating Halloween with a variety of entertainment, including vendors and rides. The event takes place in the historic gardens of Lowther Pavilion, offering a fun-filled weekend perfect for all ages.
Where: Lytham St Annes | More Info: Pumpkins in the Park festival
Skeleton Hunt at Blackpool Zoo
What to Expect:
Immersive Halloween celebration in a zoo setting with a skeleton hunt and themed activities.
Description:
This year, Blackpool Zoo is transforming its Dinosaur Safari into a spooky land of make-believe for Halloween. Visitors can embark on a skeleton hunt across the park, finding skeletons dressed as zoo staff. The event includes photo opportunities, a naming competition for banjo-strumming skeletons, Halloween treats for animals, and special Halloween-themed parties in the Playbarn with fancy-dress competitions, games, and pumpkin parades.
Where: Blackpool | More Info: Skeleton Hunt at Blackpool Zoo
Pumpkin Festival at Ridgeway Farm
What to Expect:
A festive celebration featuring a pumpkin patch and various seasonal activities.
Description:
Experience the magic of autumn at Ridgeway Farm's Pumpkin Festival. Meet friendly animals, explore the pumpkin patch, and enjoy a variety of seasonal activities. This event is perfect for families and those who love the fall season.
Where: Blackpool | More Info: Pumpkin Festival at Ridgeway Farm
Farm Halloween Fun at Thornton Hall Country Park
What to Expect:
Interactive activities like Trick and Treat Street and the slime workshop make this event unique.
Description:
Experience a spook-tacular family day out at Thornton Hall Country Park with SPOOKS 2024. Enjoy magical adventures, including the brand new Mischief Manor, Trick and Treat Street, a revamped pumpkin patch, and a slime workshop. The event also features farm tours, animal activities, and indoor soft play areas.
Where: Skipton | More Info: Farm Halloween Fun at Thornton Hall Country Park
Pumpkin Patch at Farm
What to Expect:
A spook-tacular family day out with a revamped rustic pumpkin patch, pumpkin carving area, slime workshop, and the new Mischief Manor experience.
Description:
The Pumpkin Patch at Thornton Hall Farm offers a revamped rustic pumpkin patch where visitors can grab their barrows and pick the perfect pumpkin. The event includes frightful photo opportunities and a dedicated pumpkin carving area for creative carving. Additionally, there is a slime workshop and the new Mischief Manor experience, which features playful spirits causing mischief throughout the manor. The event is part of the SPOOKS series, providing a spook-tacular family day out with magical adventures and perfect entertainment for the whole family.
Where: Skipton | More Info: Pumpkin Patch at Farm
Pumpkin Nights at Mrs Dowsons
What to Expect:
Exclusive after-hours access to the farm for a magical pumpkin-picking experience.
Description:
Pumpkin Nights at Mrs Dowsons offers an enchanting autumn experience. Explore the farm at dusk, enjoy exclusive after-hours access, thrilling live entertainment, and delicious food and drink. Wander through the vibrant fields, pick your own perfect pumpkin, and soak in the autumnal atmosphere. This event is perfect for families and those looking for a unique Halloween celebration.
Where: Blackburn | More Info: Pumpkin Nights at Mrs Dowsons
Monster Magic Show at Blackpool Pleasure Beach
What to Expect:
A family-friendly Halloween trail featuring giant inflatable monsters designed by renowned inflatable design company Designs Air.
Description:
This year, Blackpool Pleasure Beach is hosting a spook-tacular Halloween event called Monster Hunt. Giant inflatable monsters designed by renowned company Designs Air will take over the rooftops, creating a family-friendly trail along the Golden Mile and nearby town center. The event is free and includes a downloadable map to help you hunt down the monsters. This is just one of the many Halloween activities scheduled at Blackpool Pleasure Beach, making it a must-visit destination for a fun-filled autumn.
Where: Blackpool | More Info: Monster Magic Show at Blackpool Pleasure Beach
Ghoulish Golf at Fairhaven Lake
What to Expect:
Each playing adult receives a free Halloween Hot Drink, while younger golfing ghouls get spooky sweets.
Description:
Ghoulish Golf at Fairhaven Lake offers a frightfully fun experience for all ages. From October 19th to 31st, visitors can enjoy a creepy adventure golf course. Each playing adult receives a free Halloween Hot Drink, while younger golfing ghouls get spooky sweets. This event is perfect for families looking for a unique and enjoyable Halloween activity.
Where: Lytham St Annes | More Info: Ghoulish Golf at Fairhaven Lake
Halloween Food, Drink, and Parties Near Blackpool
Children’s Halloween Afternoon Tea at Dobbies Garden Centre
What to Expect:
A Halloween celebration with a Children's Halloween Afternoon Tea featuring spooky-themed food and activities.
Description:
Join Dobbies Garden Centre for a frightfully fun Children’s Halloween Afternoon Tea. Enjoy a spooky-themed afternoon with terrifyingly tasty treats, including a jam sandwich coffin, Dobbies scones, and sweet treats like chocolate orange roulade. The event features fun games and activities, all while you sit back and enjoy a cuppa. Fancy dress is very much encouraged!