Unique & Unusual Halloween Events Near Burntwood 2026

27 unique & unusual Halloween events near Burntwood.

Looking for Halloween events around Burntwood? Consider the Birmingham Gallows & Ghosts - Halloween Walking Tour for a historical perspective, or the free Halloween Craft Fair at The New Art Gallery in Walsall for a family-friendly option. Explore further afield for other seasonal celebrations, from craft workshops to ghost hunts, each offering a unique way to mark the occasion.

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Illustration of a Halloween town at night with glowing windows, pumpkins, floating ghosts and a witch flying past a full moon (Halloween Tattoo Bash 2026)

Halloween Tattoo Bash 2026

Tamworth 12 mi

Annual tattoo convention featuring UK tattoo artistry, vendors, and Halloween thrills.

Autumn Diesel Bash

Kidderminster 24 mi $$$

Four-day heritage festival featuring classic diesel locomotives and real ale.

Illustration of a town street at twilight with glowing windows, pumpkins, floating ghosts and a witch on a broom by the moon (Tuesday Floodlit | 29 Sep | Autumn Nights Under The Lights)

Tuesday Floodlit | 29 Sep | Autumn Nights Under The Lights

Wolverhampton 11 mi

All-weather floodlit flat horse racing evening in Wolverhampton.

Illustration of a Halloween town at twilight with glowing houses, jack o lanterns, ghosts, and a witch flying past the moon (The Haunted Hall: A Candlelit Ghost Tour)

The Haunted Hall: A Candlelit Ghost Tour

Birmingham 12 mi

Guided ghost tour through the historic mansion lit by LED candles.

Illustration of white ghosts floating over houses with glowing windows and pumpkins, with a witch flying past a full moon (BIRMINGHAM THE DARK SIDE: HALLOWEEN TOUR)

BIRMINGHAM THE DARK SIDE: HALLOWEEN TOUR

Birmingham 14 mi

Walking tour of Birmingham's historic murders, gangs, riots, and ghosts.

Old Gresley Hall Ghost Hunt

Church Gresley 16 mi

Paranormal investigation inside a historic Grade II listed building.

Illustration of a candlelit Halloween dinner table with small pumpkins, a candelabra, friendly ghosts and costumed figures (Victoria Square Halloween Murder Mystery)

Victoria Square Halloween Murder Mystery

Birmingham 14 mi Free

City-wide murder mystery game with 1920s flair for teams.

Illustration of a Halloween town at dusk with glowing houses, pumpkins, floating ghosts and a witch flying past a full moon (Halloween Fun At The Coffin Works)

Halloween Fun At The Coffin Works

Birmingham 14 mi

Victorian factory museum featuring coffin trails, crafts, and machinery demonstrations.

Illustration of a town street at twilight with glowing windows, pumpkins, floating ghosts and a witch on a broom by the moon (The Tamworth Alternative Halloween Market 2026)

The Tamworth Alternative Halloween Market 2026

Tamworth 10 mi $

Local alternative vendors offering horror items, witchy goods, and art.

Illustration of a witch in a pointed hat laying out tarot cards by a crystal ball, with candles, books and pumpkins (Tarot Reading in the Haunted High House)

Tarot Reading in the Haunted High House

Stafford 12 mi

Bespoke 25-minute tarot readings inside candlelit, historic Tudor rooms after dark.

Horror Punk Fest

Birmingham 14 mi $$

International horror punk showcase featuring six live bands in Birmingham.

Illustration of friendly ghosts on small town rooftops with pumpkins and glowing windows as two witches fly past a full moon (Candlelit Witch-Mark Tours)

Candlelit Witch-Mark Tours

Coalville 23 mi

Explore protective witch-marks and historical superstitions inside an ancient house.

Pumpkin Posies

Coalville 23 mi

Create a pumpkin flower arrangement and craft a protective corn amulet.

Illustration of a Halloween town at dusk with glowing houses, pumpkins, floating ghosts and a witch flying past a full moon (Lea Hall - Rugeley - October Spookfest!)

Lea Hall - Rugeley - October Spookfest!

Walsall 5 mi Free

Spooktacular Halloween edition market with free parking and refreshments.

Illustration of a Halloween town at night with glowing windows, pumpkins, floating ghosts and a witch flying past a full moon (Learning to Fall - Wellness Workshop - Autumn Equinox)

Learning to Fall - Wellness Workshop - Autumn Equinox

West Bromwich 10 mi $$

Autumn equinox workshop featuring yoga, movement, sound healing, and releasing rituals.

Illustration of a guide with a lantern on a cobblestone quay beside a boat of friendly ghosts under a full moon at dusk (Historical Halloween Evening at Ancient High House)

Historical Halloween Evening at Ancient High House

Stafford 12 mi

After-dark history talks and candlelight exploration inside a Tudor town house.

Illustration of small purple clay characters carving glowing jack-o'-lanterns on a wooden table with candles and seeds (Create a Fun Flower Filled Pumpkin Arrangement)

Create a Fun Flower Filled Pumpkin Arrangement

Birmingham 14 mi $$$

Hands-on workshop designing seasonal floral displays inside real pumpkins.

Halloween Wreath Making Workshop at Bazar

Birmingham 14 mi $$

Craft a custom Halloween wreath with provided supplies, treats, and goody bag.

Illustration of a small Ferris wheel, striped tents and a decorated booth with pumpkins on a grassy fairground in autumn (Autumn Equinox Celebration)

Autumn Equinox Celebration

Cheslyn Hay $

Mabon gathering featuring meditation, reflection, gratitude practices, and seasonal ritual.

Illustration of glowing jack-o'-lanterns, candles, pumpkin seeds and small figures on a wooden table under string lights (Cosy Craft Club - Felted Pumpkin Garland Workshop)

Cosy Craft Club - Felted Pumpkin Garland Workshop

Cannock $$

Guided beginner needle felting workshop making an autumn pumpkin garland.

Illustration of smiling ghost figures and a small costumed child beside pumpkins and paint cups on a wooden table (Cosy Craft Club - Felted Pumpkin Garland)

Cosy Craft Club - Felted Pumpkin Garland

Birmingham 9 mi $$

Beginner needle felting workshop with all materials provided.

Illustration of small clay figures in costumes and ghosts painting pumpkins at a long table under bunting at dusk (Cosy Craft Club - Felted Pumpkin Garland Workshop)

Cosy Craft Club - Felted Pumpkin Garland Workshop

Amington 11 mi $$

Guided needle felting workshop with all crafting materials provided

Illustration of clay kid characters, paper bats, cotton ghosts and pumpkins on a craft table with paint pots and bunting (Autumnal Wreath Making at Kingsbury Water Park)

Autumnal Wreath Making at Kingsbury Water Park

Sutton Coldfield 12 mi $$

Beginner-friendly willow weaving workshop creating seasonal handcrafted wreaths.

Illustration of a Halloween town at dusk with glowing houses, pumpkins, floating ghosts and a witch flying past a full moon (Lantern Making Workshops)

Lantern Making Workshops

Derby 25 mi

Craft sustainable willow and tissue paper lanterns with expert artists.

Illustration of a small haunted cottage with glowing windows, ghosts, jack-o'-lanterns and a black cat under a pale moon (Ghost Hunt – Strutt’s Haunted School House)

Ghost Hunt – Strutt’s Haunted School House

Belper 30 mi

Paranormal investigation with equipment inside a 1909 Edwardian school.

Illustration of clay figures shopping at striped market stalls piled with orange pumpkins under autumn trees and bunting (Autumn Book and Craft Market)

Autumn Book and Craft Market

Derby 25 mi Free

Book-related crafts and independent publishers hosted by Derby Book Festival.

Illustration of a small guide with a glowing lantern on a cobblestone street with pumpkins, ghosts and a stone bridge (Wolverhampton City Centre Ghost Tour)

Wolverhampton City Centre Ghost Tour

Wolverhampton 11 mi $

Guided ghost tour with historical city center hauntings

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Family-Friendly Fall Activities

1 of 31 Drayton Manor Season Finale Fireworks & Lake Show Tamworth

Lake show with water jets, fire, lights, and fireworks finale.

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Illustration of a Halloween gathering at dusk with a smiling ghost, costumed figures, glowing jack-o'-lanterns and lights

Food, Drink, and Parties

1 of 17 Bongo's Bingo: The Haunted House Halloween Special Birmingham

Halloween-themed bingo party with live entertainment and prizes

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Illustration of a small cottage with glowing windows, ghosts, jack o'lanterns and black cats under a full moon at dusk

Haunted Experiences

1 of 17 Walsall Scare Maze Walsall

Raw, up-close live horror experience featuring theatrical sets and dark storytelling.

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Illustration of a pumpkin character and a ghost performing on a lit stage with red curtains before a crowd at night

Movies, Theater, and Entertainment

1 of 11 The Lost Boys Halloween Outdoor Cinema Wolverhampton

Outdoor screening of the 1987 vampire cult classic with fancy dress.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do we stay safe on nighttime tours and events in Burntwood?

The mundane stuff outranks the spooky stuff: watch curbs and cobblestones in the dark, keep phones charged with the meeting point saved offline, and stay with the group between stops rather than lagging for photos. Stick to well-reviewed operators whose routes stay in trafficked areas. Going solo? Share the tour name and end time with someone, standard night-out practice.

How far ahead should we book ghost tours and special events in Burntwood?

October is these operators' entire year: weekend slots for well-reviewed tours sell out two to three weeks ahead, and the final two weekends go first. Book September for peak dates, and consider weeknights, same stories, smaller groups, easier booking. For flexible plans, note the operator's cancellation window, commonly 24-48 hours, so a weather pivot doesn't forfeit the fee.

How do we plan a fall festival day in Burntwood?

Check the schedule grid before leaving: parades, contests, and live sets anchor the day, so build around the two you care about most. Arrive before the midday crush for parking and short vendor lines, carry water and sunscreen even in October, and set a meeting point the moment you enter. Two anchored events plus open wandering beats a rigid hour-by-hour plan.

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