Colchester Unique & Unusual Halloween Events 2026

14 unique & unusual Halloween events in Colchester and nearby

Moon, Magic + Mystery Festival

Oct 9 – Oct 10

Colchester

Festival exploring folklore, the supernatural, and the unexplained beside historic castle walls.

Illustration of two clay kids and cotton ghosts around a craft table with painted pumpkins, paint pots and paper bats (Felted Pumpkin and Acorns Workshop)

Felted Pumpkin and Acorns Workshop

Thu, Oct 29

Wivenhoe $$

Craft wool pumpkins and acorns using needle felting techniques.

Illustration of a small clay guide holding a lantern on a cobblestone street at dusk, with friendly ghosts nearby (Chilling Tales of Chelmsford Ghost Walk)

Chilling Tales of Chelmsford Ghost Walk

Tue, Oct 27

21 mi $

Walking tour exploring true stories of witchcraft, murders, and local hauntings.

Illustration of friendly ghosts on small town rooftops with pumpkins and glowing windows as two witches fly past a full moon (Ipswich Fireworks Display)

Ipswich Fireworks Display

Sat, Oct 31

Ipswich 16 mi

Cutting-edge laser technology joins fireworks alongside live music performances.

Illustration of a town street at twilight with glowing windows, pumpkins, floating ghosts and a witch on a broom by the moon (Essex Roller Derby Annual Halloween Game)

Essex Roller Derby Annual Halloween Game

Sat, Oct 24

Chelmsford 21 mi

Live Halloween roller derby double header featuring full-contact intensity and community spirit.

Illustration of a witch in a pointed hat laying out tarot cards on a round table among pumpkins, candles and a fireplace (The Suffolk Witchcraft Market - Samhain Edition)

The Suffolk Witchcraft Market - Samhain Edition

Sun, Oct 4

Elmswell 24 mi $

Over 45 witchy traders, divination readers, workshops, and talks celebrating Samhain.

Illustration of two hooded ghost hunters with a flashlight and camera on a tripod in a dim hallway beside a friendly ghost (Suffolk Paranormal Event - Ghost Hunt at Clare Castle Country Park)

Suffolk Paranormal Event - Ghost Hunt at Clare Castle Country Park

Sun, Sep 27

Clare 18 mi $$

Paranormal investigation exploring historic castle ruins, burial sites, and a railway.

Illustration of a witch in a pointed hat laying out tarot cards by a crystal ball, with candles, books and pumpkins (The Original Suffolk Witchcraft & Pagan Samhain Halloween Market)

The Original Suffolk Witchcraft & Pagan Samhain Halloween Market

Sun, Nov 1

Woodbridge 22 mi $

Market offering unique crafts and mystical goods for Samhain and Halloween.

Illustration of a row of food trucks topped with pumpkins at dusk, with string lights, steam, and people at picnic tables (Autumn Open Mic Evening at This is GAS!)

Autumn Open Mic Evening at This is GAS!

Fri, Oct 2

Southend 25 mi $

Live music and South Asian street food supporting the T.I.M.E. charity.

Illustration of a Halloween town at twilight with glowing houses, jack o lanterns, ghosts, and a witch flying past the moon (Spooky Quiz Night with Steam Tug Brent)

Spooky Quiz Night with Steam Tug Brent

Fri, Oct 30

Maldon 15 mi $

Trivia night supporting the conservation of the historic Steam Tug Brent.

Illustration of white ghosts floating over houses with glowing windows and pumpkins, with a witch flying past a full moon (Wilding Camp: Autumn Equinox)

Wilding Camp: Autumn Equinox

Sep 25 – Sep 27

Halstead 17 mi $$$

Glamping retreat with bushcraft, foraging walks, navigation games, and campfire gatherings.

Illustration of a fall festival street with big pumpkins in front, striped booths, and small figures under orange trees (Seasonal Garden Tour at Hyde Hall Lane)

Seasonal Garden Tour at Hyde Hall Lane

Sun, Sep 20

Chelmsford 19 mi $

Explore how the gardens evolve across the seasons.

Women of the Woods - Autumn Equinox

Wed, Sep 23

Bury St Edmunds 20 mi $

Autumn equinox woodland gathering with guided relaxation for local women.

Colchester Ghosts and Witches Tour

Colchester $$

5/5 TripAdvisor rated ghost and witch tour

Other Halloween categories in Colchester

Illustration of small costumed children and a witch on a sunny autumn lawn with pumpkins, hay bales and orange trees

ColchesterFamily-Friendly Fall Activities33 family events

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

ColchesterHalloween Food, Drink, and Parties13 parties & tastings

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

ColchesterHaunted Experiences15 haunted attractions

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ColchesterHalloween Movies, Theater, and Entertainment6 shows & screenings

About Unique & Unusual Halloween Events in Colchester

Colchester's Halloween season features happenings across diverse venues, from local theaters to historic streets. If you’re seeking a hometown ghost tour or a drag show performance, start here.

For those willing to venture out, consider larger attractions like the Ipswich Fireworks or the Danbury Autumn Craft Market. Indoor workshops and outdoor markets offer further choices.

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