Family-Friendly Fall Activities Near Dartford 2026

30 family-friendly fall activities near Dartford

Illustration of clay figures walking past striped market stalls and pumpkins on a paved square with orange autumn trees (Yuck Yard: Barnaby Bilge's Big Mess)

Yuck Yard: Barnaby Bilge's Big Mess

Oct 24 – Nov 8

Chatham 14 mi

Family mystery trail and live theatre show exploring Dockyard ghost legends.

Illustration of two clay kids and cotton ghosts around a craft table with painted pumpkins, paint pots and paper bats (Stanhill Farm Pumpkin Patch)

Stanhill Farm Pumpkin Patch

Oct 3 – Oct 30

Wilmington

Pick pumpkins and squashes using wheelbarrows across straw-lined farm fields.

Tricks & Treats

Oct 17 – Nov 1

Westminster 15 mi

Solve spook-splash-tic challenges to become an ocean defender this Halloween.

Pumpkin Valley

Oct 23 – Nov 1

Broxbourne 24 mi

Autumn wonderland featuring a pumpkin trail, giant displays, and roaming scarecrows.

Illustration of costumed children and two witches on a lawn with pumpkins, a small tent and orange autumn trees (Scott’s Spooky Halloween Party 2026)

Scott’s Spooky Halloween Party 2026

Oct 23 – Oct 30

Southend 23 mi

Family Halloween party with animal encounters, fire performance, and Highland cows.

Scott’s Country Hoedown 2026

Sat, Oct 17

Southend 23 mi

Western-themed evening with live country music, line dancing, and pumpkin picking.

Illustration of tiny clay musicians playing on a hay stage among pumpkins, bunting and striped booths in autumn (Spooky Trail at Belhus Woods Country Park)

Spooky Trail at Belhus Woods Country Park

Oct 17 – Nov 1

South Ockendon 5 mi Free

Free magical Halloween trail hunting for hidden letters and spooky creatures.

Illustration of clay figures in costumes mingling among striped market tents and pumpkin displays under orange autumn trees (Steampunk Spooktacular)

Steampunk Spooktacular

Oct 17 – Oct 18

London 6 mi

Victorian steam engine in motion with tea duelling and family activities.

Trick or Treat Time

Thu, Oct 29

Romford 9 mi $

Trick-or-treat hunt with animatronics across two shopping hall floors.

Halloween Kids Glow Disco Party

Sat, Oct 31

London 11 mi $

All-ages UV glow disco hosted at the birthplace of Iron Maiden.

Illustration of small costumed children and a witch on a sunny autumn lawn with pumpkins, hay bales and orange trees (Spooky Trail at Thorndon Country Park)

Spooky Trail at Thorndon Country Park

Oct 17 – Nov 1

Brentwood 11 mi Free

Count lurking magical creatures and uncover hidden letters to make a spell.

Spooky Trail at Weald Country Park

Oct 17 – Nov 1

Brentwood 13 mi Free

Search for lurking magical creatures to help rangers create a spell.

Illustration of small costumed figures and a witch playing on a sunny lawn with pumpkins, hay bales, a tent and orange trees (Family Halloween: Broomstick Making)

Family Halloween: Broomstick Making

Tue, Oct 27

Chelsea 17 mi

Craft a custom broomstick using plant materials foraged from the garden.

Illustration of a sunny autumn lawn with pumpkins, hay bales, a small tent, a witch and costumed children under orange trees (Spooky Magic Trail at Danbury Country Park)

Spooky Magic Trail at Danbury Country Park

Oct 17 – Nov 1

Danbury 23 mi Free

Search for lurking creatures to help rangers create a spell.

Illustration of three costumed clay children and little ghosts at a table with pumpkins and decorated cookies in autumn light (Autumn Crafts at Davy Down)

Autumn Crafts at Davy Down

Sun, Sep 20

South Ockendon Free

Make leaf hedgehogs, pumpkin garlands, and autumn wreaths from recycled materials.

Illustration of a fall festival in a town square with a red roofed gazebo, striped booths, pumpkins and orange trees (Ingrebourne Spooky Species Show)

Ingrebourne Spooky Species Show

Tue, Oct 27

Hornchurch 7 mi $

See snakes, lizards, and minibeasts presented by Barleylands Farm.

Illustration of glowing jack-o'-lanterns, candles and scattered seeds on a wooden table under string lights at dusk (Pumpkin Sip & Paint at The Kings Arms Orsett)

Pumpkin Sip & Paint at The Kings Arms Orsett

Thu, Oct 15

Orsett 7 mi $$

An evening painting pumpkin artwork while enjoying drinks.

Illustration of a witch in a pointed hat reading a book in an orange armchair beside pumpkins, a lamp and black cats (Family Activity: Story Time at Sevenoaks Wildlife Reserve)

Family Activity: Story Time at Sevenoaks Wildlife Reserve

Wed, Oct 7

Sevenoaks 11 mi Free

Drop-in wildlife and seasonal story session for toddlers and pre-schoolers

Illustration of a sunny autumn lawn with pumpkins, hay bales, a small tent, a witch and costumed children under orange trees (Spooky Storytime: Wiggly Bush Cafe at Weald Country Park)

Spooky Storytime: Wiggly Bush Cafe at Weald Country Park

Thu, Oct 29

Brentwood 12 mi Free

Free spooky story session and book borrowing with Essex Libraries.

Illustration of a sunny autumn lawn with pumpkins, hay bales, a small tent, a witch and costumed children under orange trees (Family Halloween: Spooky Sensory Play)

Family Halloween: Spooky Sensory Play

Thu, Oct 22

Chelsea 17 mi

Messy Halloween sensory play designed for children aged five and under.

Illustration of a small Ferris wheel, striped tents and a decorated booth with pumpkins on a grassy fairground in autumn (Harvest Festival Party at Ochu Coffee)

Harvest Festival Party at Ochu Coffee

Sat, Sep 26

London 7 mi Free

Seasonal celebration featuring live music, festive games, and food.

Illustration of a Halloween craft scene with clay kids, a friendly ghost, bats and glowing pumpkins under party bunting (Halloween Themed Cupcakes Decorating Class)

Halloween Themed Cupcakes Decorating Class

Sat, Oct 24

London 10 mi Free

Hands-on cupcake decorating workshop where children take home their creation.

Pumpkin Crafts for 10-15 Years

Wed, Oct 28

London 10 mi Free

Hands-on pumpkin decorating session requiring no prior crafting experience.

Illustration of a craft table with a glitter pumpkin, paint cups, a clay kid, a smiling ghost and a paper bat under bunting (Spooktacular Halloween Create & Cuddle Workshop)

Spooktacular Halloween Create & Cuddle Workshop

Wed, Oct 28

Romford 11 mi $

Build, dress, and adopt a custom Halloween plush bear to take home.

Tulleys Pumpkin Festival

Turners Hill 27 mi

Features 1.5 million pumpkins and the new Pumpkin Valley attraction.

Illustration of small costumed figures and a witch playing on a sunny lawn with pumpkins, hay bales, a tent and orange trees (Pre-School Pumpkin Patch)

Pre-School Pumpkin Patch

Oct 12 – Oct 22

St Albans 28 mi

Weekday pumpkin picking, Peter Rabbit shows, and farmyard play for pre-schoolers.

Early Autumn Programme

Sep 21 – Oct 9

St Albans 28 mi

Peter Rabbit shows, funfair rides, adventure play, and farmyard animals.

Pumpkin Festival

Oct 10 – Oct 31

St Albans 28 mi

Includes pumpkin picking, a Halloween maze, and Peter Rabbit character shows.

Illustration of small costumed figures and a witch playing on a sunny lawn with pumpkins, hay bales, a tent and orange trees (Halloween Kids Craft Workshop at Market Place)

Halloween Kids Craft Workshop at Market Place

Oct 27 – Oct 31

Harrow 26 mi

Hands-on crafts and pumpkin painting for ages three and up.

The Halloween Party

London 14 mi $$$

Family Halloween party supporting Children's Cancer Centre

Family-Friendly Fall Activities this weekend Oct 23–25

Fri23Oct Pumpkin ValleyBroxbourne

Fri23Oct Scott’s Spooky Halloween Party 2026Southend-on-Sea

Sat24Oct Halloween Themed Cupcakes Decorating ClassLondon

thru30Oct Stanhill Farm Pumpkin PatchWilmington

thru31Oct Pumpkin FestivalSt Albans

thru1Nov Tricks & TreatsWestminster

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

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About Family-Friendly Fall Activities near Dartford

For family Halloween entertainment in Dartford, consider the outdoor adventure at Belhus Woods Country Park, or a more contained experience like the events at 360 Play Basildon Ltd. This guide highlights local activities for the season, from farm-based pumpkin picking to indoor craft workshops.

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