Dagenham Family-Friendly Fall Activities 2026

Bring your little monsters to Crossness Pumpkin Station for a day of Halloween fun on October 31st. This special event at a Grade 1 Listed Victorian pumping station features a spooky ghost train ride and captivating spooky stories told within...

Join Essex Wildlife Trust for a creative crafting session this half term. Participants will decorate a jar lantern with colorful tissue paper and spooky shapes, perfect for lighting up at dusk. It's a fun, in-person activity designed for children and...

Get ready for a classic Halloween experience in Bexley! Don your favorite costume and join the community for a fun-filled evening of trick-or-treating. The event is supported by dedicated Halloween Patrol volunteers, ensuring a safe environment for all participants to...

Venture into Belhus Woods Country Park for a frightfully fun Spooky Trail this October half term. Designed for primary school-aged children, this free trail challenges visitors to find and count mysterious characters lurking in the woods. Participants can enter a...

This Halloween, venture into Weald Country Park for a thrilling Spooky Trail adventure. Families can pick up or download a free trail sheet to embark on a quest to find and count mysterious characters hidden within the park. It's a...

Eltham Palace and Gardens invites families to a ghoulishly good time this Halloween half-term. Little monsters can embark on a quest to solve creepy clues, gather for spooky stories, and enjoy frightful fun and gruesome games brought to life by...

Visit Stanhill Farm for a delightful pumpkin picking experience. Wander through fields filled with a vast selection of pumpkins, perfect for finding your ideal jack-o'-lantern. Grab a wheelbarrow and capture memorable photos amidst the vibrant autumnal scenery. After selecting your...

Get ready for a FREE fangtastic Halloween celebration across Brentwood, Shenfield, and Ingatestone! Join the Trick or Treat Trail in Ingatestone, the Shenfield Spooktacular, and the Festival of Frights in Brentwood. Collect treats from numerous local businesses, enjoy free pumpkin...

Get ready for a Halloween adventure at Big Penny Social's Halloween Bounce House! This event transforms their space into a bouncy paradise with massive inflatables, including an exciting assault course. It's a perfect way for families to celebrate the season...

Get ready for a spooktacular afternoon at Tyrrells Hall Club's Kids' Halloween Party! This family-friendly event is packed with fun for children, featuring a lively disco, engaging games, and an exciting fancy dress competition with prizes for the most creative...

Venture into Thorndon Country Park for a 'Spooky Trail' adventure this October half term. Families can download or pick up a free trail sheet to hunt for hidden spooky characters and curious creatures. Completing the trail offers a chance to...

Unleash your child's creativity at this exciting workshop where they can design and decorate their very own haunted house. Using a range of spooky materials and decorations, young artists will craft unique spooky homes. It's a fun-filled activity perfect for...

Families are invited to a spooktacular afternoon at The Halloween Party, held at the new Lindley Hall venue. Enjoy creepy crafts, Frankenstein's Workshop, and interactive games in the haunted hangout. Adults can bid on prizes in a silent auction, with...

Unleash your creativity at this spooky Halloween Slime workshop! Hosted by The Creation Station, this event invites young attendees to dive into the gooey fun of making their own Halloween-themed slime. Pizza is included, making it a perfect, hands-on afternoon...

Cyclopark Charity presents a 'Not So Scary Halloween Adventure' perfect for families with young children. The event features a transformed Enchanted Play Park with spooky decorations and sound effects, interactive games like Spooky Bingo and Witches Hat Ring Toss, and...

London Zoo transforms into a Halloween wonderland for 'Boo at the Zoo' this October half term. Families can enjoy a pumpkin patch, marshmallow toasting, spooky animal talks, and a silent disco. Uncover the mysteries of nocturnal wildlife with interactive activities...