Cramlington Family-Friendly Fall Activities 2026

Beaconhill Community Association hosts Spooktacular Sunday, a family-friendly Halloween party featuring DNA Kids. Attendees can expect a disco with spooky surprises, games, and a festive atmosphere for all ages.

Local storyteller Jim Grant shares mystical tales at Northumberlandia's woodland storytelling area. This outdoor event is suitable for ages 6 and up, with children requiring adult accompaniment. Attendees should dress for the weather.

Northumberlandia's Halloween Pumpkin Trail guides adventurers along a woodland path to find 12 carved pumpkins and learn spooky creature facts. A downloadable map is provided, with a treat available at the café. Costumes are optional.

Nerd Fright Fest returns to Gateshead International Stadium on Halloween, October 31st, promising a day of spooktacular entertainment. The event features movie props, interactive photo opportunities, a retro gaming zone, and exciting cosplay competitions.

Nerd Fright Fest returns to Gateshead International Stadium on Halloween, October 31st, promising a day filled with spooktacular entertainment. Attendees can explore movie props, strike a pose at themed photo opportunities, and dive into a retro gaming zone. The event...

A Halloween Sleepover at Great North Museum: Hancock includes crafts, stories, a disco, and a trail. Attendees sleep among exhibits, followed by a planetarium show and breakfast.

Eldon Square presents the Eldon Scare Trail, a family-friendly Halloween adventure. Children can complete a vinyl hunt for hidden Halloween designs to earn a goody bag. The event includes free face painting and roaming characters. Some goody bags contain a...

Gino D'Acampo Newcastle hosts a creative evening of pumpkin painting. Guests receive a Halloween-themed cocktail and all materials to decorate a pumpkin to take home. No prior painting experience is necessary.

The New Sundial hosts a family Halloween party on October 31st, featuring music, games, and dancing. Costumes are encouraged for a chance to win a prize. George Thompson provides entertainment in a decorated venue.

The New Sundial hosts a Spooky Spectacular Halloween party on Wednesday, October 28, 2026. Two sessions offer family fun with games, character visits, and entertainment. Children's tickets include a meal with juice; an adult food option is available. Fancy dress...

The Monster Mash Halloween Ball includes a costume competition with cash prizes, a Halloween market (1 PM-7 PM), games, and disco music. Children under 16 need a guardian.

Children can create two spooky clay figures at this workshop in Sunderland: a ghost for an electric tealight and a small pumpkin decoration. All materials are provided, and the activity is led by qualified teaching assistants. Adult supervision is required.

Participants create a ceramic pumpkin using the pinch pot technique. All materials are provided. The fired piece will be ready for collection in approximately two weeks for home painting.

Children can enjoy an afternoon at the Derwent Manor Boutique Hotel with Project DJ. The event includes games, a costume competition, and treats within an atmosphere of eerie decorations.

The Life Science Centre presents spooky science activities in October, including live shows, experiments, and workshops. An evening Halloween opening features slime workshops and dancing.

Children North East hosts a Halloween-themed walk along the Whitley Bay coastline. Costumes are encouraged for this family-friendly event, which raises funds for children and families. A celebration follows the walk.

Northern Gothic hosts a Halloween Night Market at Newcastle Castle Keep, featuring food vendors, antique sellers, and tarot card readers. A coffin contains giveaway items.

Journey back in time with 'The Anatomy of a Dinosaur' show at the Centre for Life. This interactive experience, presented by Teach Rex, delves into the ever-evolving understanding of our prehistoric pals. Discover how new findings shape our knowledge of...

Adventure Valley transforms into a 'Fa-BOO-lous' Halloween destination, offering a family-friendly celebration with more smiles than scares. Explore a themed trail, engage with cheerful characters at activity stations, and enjoy exciting attractions like the Corn Cob Catapult and a maize...

The Halloween Treat and Trail in Saltwell Park includes character meet-and-greets. Attendees receive a map, Kingdom Pass, and treat bag. Costumes are encouraged for this non-scary event.

Brave adventurers of all ages are invited to Belsay Hall this Halloween for a monstrously good time. Step into a world of bogles, basilisks, and dragons with a magical theatrical quest through the grounds. Help protect the world from fearsome...

Set sail for a swashbuckling Halloween adventure at The Purple Peacock's Kids Halloween Special! This pirate-themed party encourages fancy dress and promises a treasure trove of games, audience interaction, and spooky Halloween tunes. Families can choose between a delicious two-course...

Families can enjoy a Halloween disco and foam party at the Stargate and Crookhill Community Centre. The event includes dancing, glowsticks, bubbles, and a fun foam party experience. Attendees can also make their own pizza and cookies. A Mobile Sensory...

Autumn Sparks: Halloween Haunted Houses is a free event for children aged 5-12 to design and build haunted houses.

Bring your furry friends for a frightfully fun Halloween celebration at Wylam Brewery's Pints & Pooches event. This special edition includes a 'Best in Show' costume competition for dogs, doggie entertainment, and a chance to mingle with other pet lovers....

Design and paint a Halloween hanging decoration at the National Glass Centre. This hands-on activity allows young artists to create a souvenir featuring a haunted house or pumpkin.