Unique & Unusual Halloween Events Near Burnley 2026

29 unique & unusual Halloween events near Burnley

Illustration of a Halloween town at night with glowing windows, pumpkins, floating ghosts and a witch flying past a full moon (Oldham Halloween Half Marathon)

Oldham Halloween Half Marathon

Sun, Oct 25

Oldham 18 mi

A challenging 13.1-mile road race through the Saddleworth countryside.

Salford Ghost Walk

Oct 9 – Nov 18

Salford 21 mi

Award-winning 90-minute adult ghost walk guided by Flecky Bennett.

HALLOWEEN 2026

Sat, Oct 31

Manchester 22 mi

Adults-only ghost walk through Campfield, Castlefield, and along the canal.

Illustration of a Halloween town at twilight with glowing houses, jack o lanterns, ghosts, and a witch flying past the moon (NIGHTMARES BEFORE HALLOWEEN 2026)

NIGHTMARES BEFORE HALLOWEEN 2026

Thu, Oct 29

Manchester 22 mi

Adult ghost walk performance at Ordsall Hall led by Flecky Bennett.

October half term

Oct 24 – Nov 1

Manchester 22 mi Free

Hands-on alien crafts, stop-motion animation, and family sci-fi screenings.

Skipton Ghost Tour

Skipton 15 mi

Theatrical walking tour around Skipton led by the ghostly Butcher.

Autumn Plant Fair

Oct 3 – Oct 4

Salford 21 mi

Specialist nurseries selling rare and unusual plants with Plant Heritage.

The Rave-Yard

Oct 24 – Oct 25

Manchester 21 mi Free

Spooky family dance party featuring DJ Ghostman and disco play sessions.

Illustration of friendly ghosts on small town rooftops with pumpkins and glowing windows as two witches fly past a full moon (The Monsters of Rock - Alive in Halloween Special)

The Monsters of Rock - Alive in Halloween Special

Sat, Oct 31

Rochdale 12 mi

Thunder Hammer returns for a filmed live Halloween rock performance.

Illustration of a smiling guide holding a glowing lantern on a cobblestone street with ghosts and pumpkins at dusk (Halifax Civic Trust Uncanny Halloween Walk)

Halifax Civic Trust Uncanny Halloween Walk

Sat, Oct 31

Halifax 16 mi $

Historian-led walking tour exploring medieval murders, Victorian crimes, and local dark history.

Halloween Paint a Pot! @G2

Oct 24 – Oct 26

Marsden 18 mi

Paint spooky pumpkins, skulls, frogs, and other creatures for Halloween.

Illustration of friendly ghosts on small town rooftops with pumpkins and glowing windows as two witches fly past a full moon (Autumn Equinox Walk in the Woods)

Autumn Equinox Walk in the Woods

Mon, Sep 21

Manchester 18 mi Free

Gentle woodland walk featuring storytelling and seasonal conversation with Hannah Kate.

Illustration of glowing jack-o'-lanterns, candles, pumpkin seeds and small figures on a wooden table under string lights (The Jesmonite Autumn Pumpkin Pot Workshop)

The Jesmonite Autumn Pumpkin Pot Workshop

Fri, Oct 23

Hebden Bridge 10 mi $$

Cast a lidded pumpkin pot, mini pot, and coaster using Jesmonite.

Illustration of small clay figures in costumes and ghosts painting pumpkins at a long table under bunting at dusk (Autumn Needle Felting Day: Pumpkins & Ghosts)

Autumn Needle Felting Day: Pumpkins & Ghosts

Sun, Oct 4

Clitheroe 11 mi $$$

Full-day workshop crafting 3D wool pumpkins and 2D ghost pictures

Illustration of a craft table with a glitter pumpkin, paint cups, a clay kid, a smiling ghost and a paper bat under bunting (Autumn Pumpkin Arrangement Workshop at Hoghton Tower)

Autumn Pumpkin Arrangement Workshop at Hoghton Tower

Thu, Oct 29

Hoghton 14 mi $$$

Craft a floral arrangement inside a real pumpkin with tearoom refreshments included.

Autumn Wreath Workshop

Fri, Sep 25

Halifax 16 mi $$

Craft a handmade seasonal wreath at an adults-only workshop.

Illustration of two clay kids and cotton ghosts around a craft table with painted pumpkins, paint pots and paper bats (Introduction to Needle Felting - Halloween Themed)

Introduction to Needle Felting - Halloween Themed

Sun, Oct 25

Bingley 17 mi $$$

Craft a wool pumpkin-carrying ghost using barbed felting needles.

Illustration of glowing jack-o'-lanterns, candles and scattered seeds on a wooden table under string lights at dusk (Autumnal Pumpkin Floral Arrangement Workshop)

Autumnal Pumpkin Floral Arrangement Workshop

Wed, Oct 21

Bingley 17 mi $$

Craft an autumn centerpiece using a pumpkin vase with fresh and dried florals.

Illustration of striped market booths and pumpkin displays on a street with small clay figures under orange autumn trees (Autumn Equinox Harvest Moon Gathering)

Autumn Equinox Harvest Moon Gathering

Sun, Sep 27

Bingley 17 mi $$

Seasonal altar creation, cacao ceremony, sound journey, and vegan food.

Illustration of kids in costumes at a table with pumpkins, bowls of treats, and paper bats and bunting overhead (Seasonal Autumn Floristry Workshop)

Seasonal Autumn Floristry Workshop

Fri, Oct 23

Worsley 20 mi $

Flower arranging demonstrations exploring gentle practices and seasonal autumn foliage.

Illustration of three costumed clay children and little ghosts at a table with pumpkins and decorated cookies in autumn light (The Craft Room Halloween Craft Night)

The Craft Room Halloween Craft Night

Wed, Oct 7

Ashton 20 mi $$

Halloween craft and painting session with all materials and guidance provided.

Autumn Wellbeing Mini Retreat

Sun, Oct 11

Worsley 20 mi $$

Mindful meditation, somatic movement, nature walks, and seasonal vision board crafting.

Illustration of clay kid characters, paper bats, cotton ghosts and pumpkins on a craft table with paint pots and bunting (Halloween Creative Party)

Halloween Creative Party

Thu, Oct 22

Worsley 21 mi $$

Spooky craft workshop featuring canvas and pumpkin painting.

Illustration of a clay kid in cat ears at a craft table with ghosts, pumpkins, paint pots and paper bats (Halloween Crochet Pumpkin Workshop - Beginner-Friendly Class)

Halloween Crochet Pumpkin Workshop - Beginner-Friendly Class

Sat, Oct 17

Bingley 17 mi $$$

Make yarn pumpkins using a 6mm hook with tutor Mareike Schmidt.

Illustration of a Halloween town at twilight with glowing houses, jack o lanterns, ghosts, and a witch flying past the moon (Halloween Bath Bomb Making Workshop)

Halloween Bath Bomb Making Workshop

Thu, Oct 29

Wakefield 27 mi

Hands-on fizzy bath bomb crafting hosted by Forever Fizz.

Illustration of a town street at twilight with glowing windows, pumpkins, floating ghosts and a witch on a broom by the moon (Halloween Pumpkin Workshop at Eden Tea Room & Galleries)

Halloween Pumpkin Workshop at Eden Tea Room & Galleries

Sat, Oct 17

Lytham St Annes 26 mi

Create a large, super soft chunky pumpkin using pure merino wool.

Illustration of a small theatre stage with red curtains where a smiling ghost and a witch perform for a costumed audience (The Devil Wears Nada Burlesque and Cabaret Night)

The Devil Wears Nada Burlesque and Cabaret Night

Great Harwood 7 mi $

Devilish burlesque and cabaret show with a unique cast.

Illustration of a skeleton drummer, a witch guitarist and a pumpkin headed band playing on an outdoor stage at night (Dressed to Kill: 35th Anniversary Tour)

Dressed to Kill: 35th Anniversary Tour

Darwen 11 mi $$

Europe's longest-running KISS tribute band

Illustration of a Halloween town at dusk with glowing houses, pumpkins, floating ghosts and a witch flying past a full moon (Halloween Special: KISS Tribute - Hotter Than Hell)

Halloween Special: KISS Tribute - Hotter Than Hell

Bradford 20 mi $

Europe's leading KISS tribute band performing live

Unique & Unusual Halloween Events this weekend Oct 16–18

Sat17Oct Halloween Crochet Pumpkin Workshop - Beginner-Friendly ClassBingley

Sat17Oct Halloween Pumpkin Workshop at Eden Tea Room & GalleriesLytham St Annes

thru18Nov Salford Ghost WalkSalford

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Illustration of costumed children and two witches on a lawn with pumpkins, a small tent and orange autumn trees

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

BurnleyHalloween Food, Drink, and Parties11 parties & tastings

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

BurnleyHaunted Experiences15 haunted attractions

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

BurnleyHalloween Movies, Theater, and Entertainment12 shows & screenings

About Unique & Unusual Halloween Events near Burnley

Burnley is buzzing with Halloween events hosted at diverse venues like Towneley Hall, alongside music gigs and creative workshops. From ticketed shows in nearby towns to local family activities, there's a scare for every preference. If you seek a grander production, consider attractions in Manchester. For something more intimate and locally focused, Burnley itself hosts some unique celebrations.

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