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Popular Events: One must-see attraction is Halloween at Chester Zoo, where the grounds transform into a spooky spectacle featuring themed trails and eerie animal encounters. Another unique experience is the Chester Ghost Tour, which offers a glimpse into the city’s haunted history through chilling tales and eerie locations. And the Halloween Family Rave is something you definitely don't want to miss, providing family-friendly fun with music and activities that embrace the festive spirit. See more details on these and other fun events and activities below!
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Top Halloween Events In and Around Chester
- Halloween at Chester Zoo (Upton-by-Chester)
- Fright Fiesta at Gulliver’s World (Warrington)
- Skellies and Wellies at Tatton Park (Knutsford)
- Halloween Family Rave, Big Fish Little Fish
- Chester Ghost Tour
- Bellis Brothers PYO pumpkins
- Teggs Nose country park Halloween trail (Macclesfield)
- Halloween at Quarry Bank Mill (Styal)
- Magical Woodland Experience (Northwich)
- Spooky Trail at Jodrell Bank (Macclesfield)
See these and even more events listed below!
Chester Area Haunted Experiences
Chester Ghost Tour
What to Expect:
Fully accessible ghost tours with unique routes and stories updated by guides.
Description:
Embark on a 90-minute night-time journey through Chester's eerie haunts, steeped in 2000 years of history and hundreds of ghost sightings. Hear spine-chilling tales of ghosts, ghouls, and things that go bump in the night as you explore the city's mysterious and murky past.
Where: Chester | More Info: Chester Ghost Tour
Spooky Trail at Wilmslow
What to Expect:
A Halloween trail filled with hidden surprises and eerie settings, including flickering flames and larger-than-life spiders.
Description:
Experience a thrilling Halloween trail at Quarry Bank, brought to you by the producers of Christmas at Dunham Massey. Wander through eerie grounds with flickering flames, daring fire performers, and glowing pumpkins. Inside the Mill, encounter spine-tingling mayhem and mysterious creatures. Enjoy bewitched burgers, Frankenstein’s fries, and hot toddies while dodging thunderstorms and larger-than-life spiders. This event promises a spookiest Halloween ever with limited capacity and timed entry.
Where: Wilmslow | More Info: Spooky Trail at Wilmslow
Family-Friendly Fall Activities Near Chester
Halloween at Chester Zoo
What to Expect:
Immersive Halloween experience with mythical creatures and interactive activities.
Description:
This year, Chester Zoo is hosting a spooky and fun-filled Halloween event, "Luna's Legendary Creature," where visitors can join Luna the witch on a mythical quest through Monsoon Forest. The event features five magical animals with unique qualities, an enchanted boat ride, and various spooky games and activities. Normal zoo admission applies, and members can enjoy the event for free.
Where: Upton-by-Chester | More Info: Halloween at Chester Zoo
Halloween Family Rave, Big Fish Little Fish
What to Expect:
A haunted dance floor experience with a variety of spooky activities and decorations.
Description:
Join Big Fish Little Fish for a spooktacular Halloween Family Rave in Chester, featuring legendary DJ Pianoman. The event promises a spine-tingling adventure with a haunted dance floor, eerie fog machines, and spellbinding parachute dance finale. The event is designed to provide a family-friendly, authentic club experience, perfect for parents and kids to dance together.
Where: Chester | More Info: Halloween Family Rave, Big Fish Little Fish
Skellies and Wellies at Tatton Park
What to Expect:
A brand new spooktacular Halloween garden trail featuring bone-chilling skeleton displays.
Description:
Experience the spooktacular Skellies and Wellies Trail at Tatton Park, where the gardens come alive with bone-chilling skeleton displays and rib-tickling jokes. Little ghouls and goblins are invited to don their wellies and best fancy dress to join the bony brigade. This FREE activity sheet is perfect for a day of frightful fun and spooky guests in the Tatton Park gardens.
Where: Knutsford | More Info: Skellies and Wellies at Tatton Park
Fright Fiesta at Gulliver’s World
What to Expect:
Immersive Halloween experience with live-action scares and interactive fun for all ages.
Description:
Fright Fiesta at Gulliver’s World Warrington is a lively, festival-style Halloween event filled with color, costumes, and music. The event features daily shows, including Gilly's Spooky Dance Party, the Trick or Treat Train, and Ghost House LIVE. Visitors can also enjoy the Temple Raider live ride experience and a spooky journey through Hallowsville. The Fright Fiesta Feast package includes theme park entry, a stage show, and meal in the Starlight Theatre.
Where: Warrington | More Info: Fright Fiesta at Gulliver’s World
Bellis Brothers PYO pumpkins
What to Expect:
Interactive pumpkin selection experience in a picturesque Welsh countryside setting.
Description:
Bellis Brothers offers a delightful Pick Your Own (PYO) experience for pumpkins. Visitors can enjoy the beautiful Welsh countryside while selecting their own pumpkins. The event is part of their seasonal activities, providing a fun and interactive way to engage with nature. The PYO pumpkins are available for those looking to create their own festive decorations or simply enjoy the harvest season.
Where: Chester | More Info: Bellis Brothers PYO pumpkins
Spooky Trail at Jodrell Bank
What to Expect:
A variety of immersive and family-friendly activities celebrating astronomy and Halloween.
Description:
Jodrell Bank is hosting a variety of events in October 2024, including the Astronomy Photographer of the Year exhibition, which showcases astounding images of the universe in great detail. The event also features a Halloween Film Afternoon with a special spooky showing of "Hotel Transylvania," perfect for keeping the whole family entertained. Additionally, there are immersive shows like "Cap Com Go!" and "We Are Stars," which take visitors on exciting journeys through space and the cosmos.
Where: Macclesfield | More Info: Spooky Trail at Jodrell Bank
Magical Woodland Experience
What to Expect:
Immersive Halloween experience with interactive light features and family-friendly spooky elements.
Description:
Magical Woodland Experience is a family-friendly Halloween event in the Cheshire countryside. It features dazzling light displays, interactive features, and spooky yet not scary elements. Visitors can meet beloved characters like Dinosaurs, Wednesday Addams, and Captain Hook. The event includes a food court and marshmallow roasting on a fire pit, making it a perfect evening for all ages.
Where: Northwich | More Info: Magical Woodland Experience
Halloween at Quarry Bank Mill
What to Expect:
A Halloween trail filled with hidden surprises and spine-tingling mayhem in the eerie grounds of Quarry Bank Mill.
Description:
Halloween at Quarry Bank Mill offers a spooky and family-friendly experience. The event features a trail filled with hidden surprises, including flickering flames, fire performers, and glowing pumpkins. Inside the Mill, spine-tingling mayhem awaits, with eerie sounds and mysterious figures. Enjoy bewitched burgers, Frankenstein’s fries, and hot toddies while exploring the grounds. The event supports conservation efforts at Quarry Bank and is accessible for visitors with disabilities.
Where: Styal | More Info: Halloween at Quarry Bank Mill
Teggs Nose country park Halloween trail
What to Expect:
A map-based activity where participants search for spooky visitors in Tegg's Nose Country Park.
Description:
Explore Tegg's Nose Country Park this Halloween half-term and discover some spooky visitors. Pick up a map at the Tegg's Nose Visitor Centre and search around the top of the park. Maps are available between 9:00 AM and 4:00 PM from October 26th to November 3rd. Please bring a pen or pencil to mark your findings.
Where: Macclesfield | More Info: Teggs Nose country park Halloween trail
Halloween at Seven Sisters
What to Expect:
Disco-themed maize maze with hidden scarecrows.
Description:
Experience a disco-themed maize maze at Seven Sisters Ice Cream Farm, where you can navigate through the maze, find hidden scarecrows, and enjoy the festive atmosphere. The event is open from late July through the summer holidays and includes Halloween-themed activities.
Where: Knutsford | More Info: Halloween at Seven Sisters
Halloween at The Little Cow Shed
What to Expect:
A family-friendly Halloween celebration with a variety of spooky activities and locally produced treats.
Description:
Experience a hauntingly fun Halloween at The Little Cow Shed, where the pumpkin patch transforms into a spooky wonderland. Enjoy a variety of pumpkins, special events, and locally produced treats. The event caters to all ages, offering daytime fun and nighttime scares. Activities include a creepy dog show, pumpkin floristry classes, terrifying treats, hot food, face painting, and more. This family-friendly event promises an unforgettable experience.
Where: Brereton Heath | More Info: Halloween at The Little Cow Shed
Twig or Treat Tales
What to Expect:
A magical Halloween event featuring a light trail, beloved characters, and a new 10-minute Halloween show.
Description:
Experience a unique twist on traditional trick-or-treating at BeWILDerwood's Twig or Treat Halloween event. Stroll through an enchanting light trail where beloved characters await you at their doors. Enjoy a 10-minute Halloween show, Twig or Treat Tales, and participate in a safe, fun-filled adventure for the entire family.
Where: Whitchurch | More Info: Twig or Treat Tales
Spooky toons, Room for comics
What to Expect:
A Halloween-themed cartoon-art workshop with no rules and zero restrictions.
Description:
Join Room for Comics for a spooky Halloween celebration with two special events: SPOOKY-Toons Halloween SPOOKY Special - MORNING and SPOOKY-Toons Halloween SPOOKY Special - AFTERNOON. These events offer a fun and creative way to engage with Halloween-themed activities, perfect for both kids and adults.
Where: Macclesfield | More Info: Spooky toons, Room for comics
Pumpkin Picking Patch and Halloween Maze
What to Expect:
A Halloween celebration featuring bone-chilling skeleton displays and pumpkin picking in a beautiful 50-acre garden setting.
Description:
Experience the magic of Halloween at Tatton Park with the Skellies and Wellies Halloween Garden Trail. Wander through the 50-acre gardens and discover bone-chilling skeleton displays that will tickle your funny bone. Additionally, visit the Farm to pick your own pumpkin from our field, preparing to get your hands dirty. This festive event is perfect for families and nature lovers alike, offering a fun day out with plenty of autumnal activities.
Where: Tattenhall | More Info: Pumpkin Picking Patch and Halloween Maze
Halloween Food, Drink, and Parties Near Chester
Halloween Afternoon Tea, Arley Hall
What to Expect:
Enjoy a themed afternoon tea with spooky food items like mummy dogs and monster mash cupcakes.
Description:
Enjoy a spooky afternoon tea at Arley Hall & Gardens with their Halloween-themed offerings. Savor spooky sandwiches, mummy dogs with vampire blood, dug-up worms in chocolate mud, and monster mash cupcakes. The event is served with a witches' brew and is a perfect opportunity to get dressed up and bring your carved creations. This terrifying time promises to be a delightful and eerie experience.