Unique & Unusual Halloween Events Near Crawley 2026

31 unique & unusual Halloween events near Crawley.

Crawley's Halloween events include everything from nearby farm pumpkin picking to more distant, ticketed ghost tours.

If you prefer a local, family-friendly activity, consider the Willow Lantern Workshop in Merstham. For adults seeking a historical perspective, the Grim and Ghostly History of Godalming is a notable draw.

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The Ghost Tour of Guildford

Guildford 19 mi

Walking tour covering around 20 haunted sites across Guildford.

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Halloween Bat Walks with Habitats and Heritage

Twickenham 24 mi

Use bat detectors to listen for nocturnal hunters at twilight.

Lewes Ghost Walk

Lewes 18 mi

Guided walk through dark history led by author Robert Stevens.

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Strawberry Hill After Dark: Halloween Late

Twickenham 24 mi

Explore Walpole's candlelit Gothic castle in costume with complimentary fizz.

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A Halloween Guided Tour: Death, Dreams and the Supernatural

Twickenham 24 mi

Explore Horace Walpole's Gothic castle and the supernatural roots of Gothic fiction.

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A Grim and Ghostly History of Godalming

Godalming 19 mi $

Guided evening ghost walk through Godalming's historic cobbled streets.

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Halloween Activity: Spooky Spiders & Slithering Snakes

Haywards Heath 7 mi

Craft wooden spiders and snakes using child-safe tools.

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Magic of Bees Rituals Workshop

Dorking 11 mi $$$

Craft ritual items using beeswax, propolis, pollen, and honey.

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Penshurst Place Estate Autumn Amble & Lunch

Penshurst 17 mi

Guided estate walk followed by lunch in a private banqueting room.

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Family Autumn Wreath Workshop

Wimbledon 21 mi

Craft a handmade autumn wreath using natural materials and craft supplies.

Colours of Autumn Willow Lantern Workshop

Merstham 11 mi $$

Craft a willow lantern decorated with preserved leaves and dried flowers.

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Twisted Tales: Ghost Story Writing for Young People

Brighton 18 mi

Ghost-story writing workshop for teens in a haunted historic house.

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Autumn Equinox Wild Woman Yurt Circles

Lewes 19 mi $$

Intimate women's equinox circle featuring reflection, sharing, and tea in a yurt.

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Staying Grounded Through Autumn

Brighton and Hove 19 mi $$

Ayurvedic wellness insights paired with an immersive sound journey.

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Spooky Bouquets & Whiskers

Brighton 20 mi $$$

Arrange a Halloween pumpkin bouquet surrounded by rescue cats.

Illustration of a fall festival street with big pumpkins in front, striped booths, and small figures under orange trees (Autumn Equinox Women Circle)

Autumn Equinox Women Circle

North Chailey 13 mi $$

Half-day gathering with sauna, yoga, and open-fire seasonal dining.

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Halloween at the Tower of London

London 28 mi

Encounter wandering ghosts and eerie installations across the historic castle.

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Ghosts & Ghouls Family Tour

London 28 mi

Spooky family-friendly tour exploring Shakespeare's ghosts and chilling supernatural lore.

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Halloween at Up at The O2

London 28 mi

Guided outdoor climb 52 metres across the roof of The O2.

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Singles Ghost Walk in London (All Ages)

London 29 mi

Haunted City walking tour and social mixer without structured speed dating.

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SECRET CEREMONY- Season of the Witch II

Chelsea 26 mi

Samhuinn film screenings, herbal workshops, and ceremonies in a botanical garden.

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Family Halloween: Potion Making

Chelsea 26 mi

Brew drinkable botanical potions using garden herbs and fruit juices.

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Family Halloween: Silly Slime Making

Chelsea 26 mi

A hands-on sensory workshop where participants craft take-home jars of slime.

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Witch’s Hat Making Workshop

Chelsea 26 mi

Decorate your own wearable witch’s hat with ribbons, netting, and creepy-crawlies.

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Botanical Magic: Make a Witch Bottle

Chelsea 26 mi

Craft a personal witch bottle using botanicals and folk magic traditions.

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Rustic Autumn Paint and Draw Workshop - 6-16yrs

Farnham 27 mi

Autumn nature painting and drawing workshop for ages 6 to 16.

Illustration of a Halloween town at dusk with glowing houses, pumpkins, floating ghosts and a witch flying past a full moon (Screen Print your own Halloween Trick or Treat Bag - 6+ yrs)

Screen Print your own Halloween Trick or Treat Bag - 6+ yrs

Farnham 27 mi

Design and print a custom canvas trick-or-treat tote bag.

33 Ghosts: Book Talk

Chelsea 26 mi

Intimate ghost stories and book launch with a warming mulled drink.

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Ashurst Wood Bonfire Society Bonfire and Firework Night

Ashurst Wood 9 mi $$

Torchlit procession and live band performance

Illustration of three costumed clay children and little ghosts at a table with pumpkins and decorated cookies in autumn light (Spooky Cinematics: Halloween Filmmaking Workshop)

Spooky Cinematics: Halloween Filmmaking Workshop

Guildford 19 mi $$$

Create and star in your own Halloween short film.

Reigate Ghost Walk

Reigate 9 mi $

Guided ghost walk through historic Reigate

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Family-Friendly Fall Activities

1 of 38 Tulleys Pumpkin Nights Turners Hill Rd

Wander through illuminated displays of over 1.5 million pumpkins.

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Food, Drink, and Parties

1 of 19 Autumn Foraging & Feast Workshop 2026 Crawley

Guided wild edible gathering and outdoor three-course meal on private grounds.

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Haunted Experiences

1 of 11 Tulleys Shocktober Fest Turners Hill

Europe's largest scream park with award-winning haunts.

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Movies, Theater, and Entertainment

1 of 14 Shut Up I’m Talking Live - Halloween Special Brighton and Hove

Live Halloween podcast show hosted by Tom Simons and Jack Manifold.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What do community Halloween events in Crawley usually offer for kids?

The standard kit: costume parades with all-winners ribbons, craft stations, cookie decorating, face painting with a line worth budgeting 20 minutes for, candy stops, and a not-scary story corner. They're compact, usually two to three hours, so arrive at the start when supplies are full, since craft tables and candy famously run out early. Free almost always, donations welcome.

Is calavera face paint appropriate for visitors at Día de los Muertos events in Crawley?

At most public community celebrations, respectful participation is welcomed, and many events offer face painting on site, which is the best signal that joining in is invited. Treat it as tribute rather than costume: skip zombie or horror mashups, keep the look traditional, and pair it with genuine participation. When events are hosted by cultural organizations, follow their posted guidance.

How do we spread Halloween season events across October weekends in Crawley?

Match events to their natural weekend: farms and festivals shine in the calm first half of October, haunted attractions and big parties peak the final two weekends, and Día de los Muertos events land October 31 through November 2. Book anything sellable, tours, shows, timed tickets, in September. One anchor event per weekend beats cramming three into the last Saturday.

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