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Exeter Halloween 2025

See all Exeter Halloween happenings this year!

Exeter's Halloween 2025 anchors at Exeter Cathedral and the historic quarter with macabre entertainment and seasonal scares. Explore ghost walks, fall festivals, and spooky bar crawls that highlight local history and spooky tales.

Find the best Exeter Halloween happenings this year!

Exeter Halloween

Exeter Family-Friendly Fall Activities

Drizzle's Pumpkin Party Halloween Trail in Sidmouth
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πŸ“ The Donkey Sanctuary
Slade House Farm, Sidmouth EX10 0NU
(14.9 mi from Exeter)

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Experience a delightful Halloween adventure at The Donkey Sanctuary's Drizzle's Pumpkin Party Halloween Trail. This event offers a unique opportunity to explore a festive pumpkin-themed trail while enjoying the company of the sanctuary's resident donkeys. It's a perfect outing for families looking for seasonal fun in a heartwarming environment.

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⭐ Best For: Families, animal lovers, autumn activities
Jolly Pumpkin Pick Your Own Pumpkins in Silverton
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πŸ“ Jolly Pumpkin Fields
(7.6 mi from Exeter)

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Jolly Pumpkin offers a delightful autumn experience beyond just picking pumpkins. Wander through fields with over 50 varieties of pumpkins, squash, and gourds. Enjoy a spooktacular maze, bale mountain, vintage tractor photo ops, and more. Savor stone-baked pizza and barista coffee at the Jolly Cafe.

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⭐ Best For: Families and children
Exeter Pumpkins Spooky Pumpkin Patch in Exminster
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πŸ“ Exeter Pumpkins
Days Pottles Lane, Exminster EX6 8BB
(3.4 mi from Exeter)

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Discover a delightful pumpkin patch experience with a wide array of 20 pumpkin varieties to choose from. Enjoy homemade food and drinks, fun activities like a barrel train and inflatable slides, and even face painting. Dogs on leads are welcome, making it a perfect outing for the whole family.

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⭐ Best For: Families and pumpkin enthusiasts
Spooky Halloween Fun at Canonteign Falls in Nr Exeter
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πŸ“ Canonteign Falls
Lower Ashton, Nr Exeter, Devon EX6 7RH
(8.3 mi from Exeter)

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Experience a magical autumn at Canonteign Falls this October half term. Families can enjoy a thrilling pumpkin trail, search for hidden fairies in the woods, and participate in creative Halloween activities. Don't miss the chance to see England's highest waterfall amidst stunning fall colors.

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⭐ Best For: Families
A smiling couple dressed in Halloween costumes, wearing witch hats and scarves, ride in an open-air vehicle decorated with pumpkins and Halloween lights.
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πŸ“ Seaton Tramway
Harbour Road, Seaton, Devon EX12 2NQ
(20.1 mi from Exeter)

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Embark on a spooktacular family adventure aboard the Trick or Treat Tram! This enchanting 25-minute tram ride is filled with pumpkins, ghouls, and delightful surprises. Meet Jack O’Lantern, the lively pumpkin-headed guide, and hear his tale. Enjoy interactive storytelling with the not-so-wicked witch Grizelda at Colyton, a costume competition, and receive a goody bag. It's a perfectly fun, treat-filled Halloween experience for all ages.

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⭐ Best For: Families with young children
Exmouth Pumpkin Trail at Devon Railway Centre in Bickleigh
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πŸ“ Devon Railway Centre
The Station, Bickleigh, Devon EX16 8RG
(8.1 mi from Exeter)

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Venture to the Devon Railway Centre for a spooktacular Halloween Special. Explore a captivating pumpkin trail, uncover hidden Halloween treasures, and enjoy a complimentary gift for children. Experience the thrill of unlimited rides on steam and diesel locomotives, with many exhibits in action. It's a perfect family outing filled with autumnal fun and railway adventures.

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⭐ Best For: Families with young children
Two women are walking through a pumpkin patch on a sunny day. The text "PUMPKIN TRAIL" is displayed in orange letters across the top of the image. The woman on the right is wearing a denim jacket and a cowboy hat and is holding a pumpkin. The woman on the left is wearing a purple sweater and is looking at the pumpkins.
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πŸ“ Heron Farm
(8.9 mi from Exeter)

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Discover the enchanting Pumpkin Trail at Heron Farm, a delightful autumnal experience. Wander through a specially curated trail adorned with pumpkins, set against the beautiful backdrop of their vineyard. It's a perfect outing for families looking to embrace the fall season with a touch of charm and scenic beauty.

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⭐ Best For: Families and couples
Two young witches in pointy hats are roasting marshmallows over a small flame in front of a pumpkin at a lively Halloween festival with fireworks and carnival tents in the background.
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πŸ“ Conifox Adventure Park
Foxhall, Kirkliston, SCT EH29 9ER
(5.1 mi from Exeter)

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Get ready for Edinburgh's Ultimate Halloween Fireworks Nights at Conifox Adventure Park! This spooky evening features a spectacular firework display, a thrilling fire performer, and three unique mazes including the new Howling Forest Maze. Enjoy a laser show over the pumpkin patch, a Devilish Disco, and fearsome photo ops. Additional fun includes a funfair and face painting.

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⭐ Best For: Families and groups looking for a spooky halloween celebration with fireworks.

Exeter Haunted Experiences

Two young women with backpacks and drinks walk down a street decorated for Halloween, with pumpkins, spooky buildings, and a skeleton figure in the background.
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πŸ“ Crealy Theme Park & Resort
Sidmouth Road, Exeter, Devon EX5 1DR
(2.3 mi from Exeter)

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Devon's spookiest event returns with Spook-Fest at Crealy Theme Park & Resort. Dare to enter the Creaky Hotel, brave the Scarecrow Scare Maze, and discover new attractions like Buddy's Spook Maze. Enjoy live shows, meet characters, and get a free pumpkin for every child. A thrilling Halloween experience for all ages.

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⭐ Best For: Families and thrill-seekers
Two children, one holding a magnifying glass and the other a toy gun, stand in a dimly lit, cobblestone alleyway with stone buildings and a ghost decoration.
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πŸ“ St Nicholas Priory
The Mint, Exeter EX4 3BL
(0.4 mi from Exeter)

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Step into Exeter's oldest and most mysterious building for a hauntingly interactive ghost hunt. Join esteemed paranormal investigator Dr. Robin Knapman as they guide you through the shadowy depths of St Nicholas Priory, encountering ghostly whispers and unexplained phenomena. Become an active participant in unraveling ancient mysteries and bringing peace to this troubled, historic site.

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⭐ Best For: Paranormal enthusiasts, history buffs, thrill-seekers
A spooky haunted house at night with a full moon, bats, and several friendly ghosts floating around. Jack-o'-lanterns are visible on the ground, and a lone figure stands near the entrance.
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πŸ“ Fulford Manor
Dunsford, Exeter, Devon EX6 7AJ
(0.6 mi from Exeter)

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Embark on a chilling ghost hunt at Fulford Manor, a historic estate with a legacy of supernatural tales. Explore rooms where doors slam on their own and guests report being pinned to their beds. Previous investigations have revealed ghostly shadows and unexplained temperature drops, particularly in the Great Hall and medieval room. Discover the manor's rich history, from its Royalist stronghold days to its 19th-century remodelling, and brave the unwelcoming atmosphere of its ancient cellars.

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⭐ Best For: Paranormal enthusiasts

Exeter Halloween Food, Drink, and Parties

Over 30s Halloween Day Party Exeter in Exeter
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πŸ“ Fever Exeter
54 Mary Arches Street, Exeter EX4 3BA
(0.4 mi from Exeter)

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Get ready for a frightfully fun daytime Halloween party at Fever Exeter. This event is designed for those over 30, offering a chance to relive clubbing days with a mix of 80s, 90s, and early 2000s hits. Expect a killer atmosphere, eerie visuals, and spooky surprises, all before dark.

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⭐ Best For: Adults seeking a fun, nostalgic halloween party
The Kraken Awakens Halloween Party at Fever Exeter in Exeter
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πŸ“ Fever Exeter
54 Mary Arches Street, Exeter, Devon EX4 3BA
(0.4 mi from Exeter)

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Dive into the abyss at Fever Exeter's 'The Kraken Awakens' Halloween party. This immersive club night plunges you into a world of shadows and mystery beneath the waves. Expect spine-tingling music from live DJs, monstrous decor, and a crowd ready to dance with the dead. Dare to try their themed Kraken cocktails and shots, designed to fuel the fright.

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⭐ Best For: Nightlife, halloween parties, clubbing

Exeter Other Halloween Activities

A festive Halloween wreath adorned with jack-o-lanterns, orange leaves, and a large golden bow hangs on a white paneled door.
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πŸ“ Move
4 The Quay, Exeter EX2 4AP
(0.5 mi from Exeter)

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Get ready for Nu:Motive's legendary Halloween Rave in Exeter, featuring the unstoppable Skantia and a special guest MC. This high-energy event promises a massive night of Drum & Bass and Jungle music, with support from Faultline B2B Zenik and Solar Sounds Takeover. Tickets are extremely limited and sell out fast, so don't miss this unforgettable Halloween party.

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⭐ Best For: Nightlife
Silent Book Club Exeter - Halloween Special in Exeter
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πŸ“ St Nicholas Priory
The Mint, Exeter EX4 3BL
(0.4 mi from Exeter)

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Immerse yourself in a Halloween evening at Exeter's oldest building, St Nicholas Priory. This special Silent Book Club event invites you to read by torchlight and lantern glow for an hour before gathering in the crypt for ghost stories, mulled cider, and snacks. It's a unique way to experience the city's haunted history.

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⭐ Best For: Adults seeking a unique, quiet halloween experience

Halloween Near Exeter

Torquay Halloween

England's Seafood FEAST in Torquay
Torquay
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πŸ“ English Riviera
(18.0 mi from Exeter)
The Abbey After Dark - Halloween in Torquay
Torquay
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πŸ“ Torre Abbey
(18.1 mi from Exeter)

Paignton Halloween

A family enjoys a day at a pumpkin patch, with a father holding a pumpkin and two children looking on, while a scarecrow stands guard in the background amidst a sea of pumpkins and autumn foliage.
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πŸ“ Pennywell Farm
(21.4 mi from Exeter)
Three people with their backs to the camera are looking at a Halloween display featuring a white wallaby, pumpkins, and spooky decorations like bats and orange lanterns.
Paignton
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πŸ“ Paignton Zoo
(20.8 mi from Exeter)

Taunton Halloween

Halloween at the Museum: Scary Stories in Taunton
Taunton
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πŸ“ The Museum of Somerset
(27.2 mi from Exeter)
Over 30s Halloween Day Party - Taunton in Taunton
Taunton
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πŸ“ Labyrinth Taunton
(27.3 mi from Exeter)

Bridgwater Halloween

The Admiral's Table Halloween Fortnight in Bridgwater
Bridgwater
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πŸ“ The Admiral's Table
(38.3 mi from Exeter)
The White Willow Halloween Event in Bridgwater
Bridgwater
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πŸ“ The White Willow
(34.6 mi from Exeter)

Plymouth Halloween

Bodmin Jail Halloween Events in Bodmin
Bodmin
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πŸ“ Bodmin Jail
(55.3 mi from Exeter)
Bodmin Jail Halloween Special in Bodmin
Bodmin
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πŸ“ Bodmin Jail
(55.4 mi from Exeter)

Yeovil Halloween

A boy and a girl in denim overalls are smiling and surrounded by pumpkins in a pumpkin patch on a sunny day.
Yeovil
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πŸ“ Fairfield Pumpkins
(41.6 mi from Exeter)
The Fright Night Express in Station Rd
Station Rd
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πŸ“ Kent & East Sussex Railway
(55.2 mi from Exeter)

Weymouth Halloween

Frightmare Halloween Event at Southside Funfair in Weymouth
Weymouth
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πŸ“ Southside Funfair
(48.9 mi from Exeter)
Children are playing in a pumpkin patch in front of a castle and a barn, with pumpkins scattered across the grass.
Wareham
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πŸ“ Lulworth Castle & Park
(58.0 mi from Exeter)

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Fear on the Pier Halloween in Weston
Weston
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πŸ“ The Grand Pier
(49.0 mi from Exeter)
Halloween Spooktacular at The Princess Theatre in Burnham
Burnham
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πŸ“ The Princess Theatre and Arts Centre
(42.3 mi from Exeter)

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