Exeter Unique & Unusual Halloween Events 2026

13 unique & unusual Halloween events in Exeter and nearby

Illustration of a witch in a pointed hat laying out tarot cards by a crystal ball, with candles, books and pumpkins (‘It Could Be Witches’: Witchmarks and Protection Magic in Medieval England)

‘It Could Be Witches’: Witchmarks and Protection Magic in Medieval England

Fri, Oct 9

Exeter

A talk exploring historic witch marks, apotropaic symbols, and protective folk magic.

Illustration of a small guide with a glowing lantern on a cobblestone street with pumpkins, ghosts and a stone bridge (Partner Walk: The Witches' Triangle)

Partner Walk: The Witches' Triangle

Sat, Oct 24

Newton Abbot 14 mi Free

Dartmoor folklore walking route visiting Jay's Grave and Bowerman's Nose.

Illustration of white ghosts floating over houses with glowing windows and pumpkins, with a witch flying past a full moon (Halloween Half Term Workshops: Frankenstein Masks)

Halloween Half Term Workshops: Frankenstein Masks

Tue, Oct 27

Torquay 18 mi

Drop-in Halloween mask-making craft workshop for all ages.

Illustration of a Halloween town at dusk with glowing houses, pumpkins, floating ghosts and a witch flying past a full moon (Halloween Half Term Workshop: Spider Web Weaving)

Halloween Half Term Workshop: Spider Web Weaving

Sat, Oct 31

Torquay 18 mi

Craft a spooky spider web and Halloween picture frame to take home.

Equinox in Devon

Sep 25 – Sep 27

Boasley Cross 26 mi $$

Autumn Equinox gathering with folk music, traditional crafts, and lake swimming.

Illustration of a craft table with a glitter pumpkin, paint cups, a clay kid, a smiling ghost and a paper bat under bunting (Autumnal Wreath Workshop & Afternoon Tea at Marco Pierre White)

Autumnal Wreath Workshop & Afternoon Tea at Marco Pierre White

Sun, Sep 27

Plymouth 37 mi $$$

Make a living door wreath followed by penthouse afternoon tea.

Illustration of three costumed clay children and little ghosts at a table with pumpkins and decorated cookies in autumn light (Hestercombe Haiku – An Autumn Poetry Walk)

Hestercombe Haiku – An Autumn Poetry Walk

Tue, Sep 15

Taunton 30 mi

Gentle garden walk and creative haiku writing workshop with Jo Middleton.

Illustration of two clay kids and cotton ghosts around a craft table with painted pumpkins, paint pots and paper bats (Ghouls Night Out - Paint Your Own Ghost)

Ghouls Night Out - Paint Your Own Ghost

Fri, Oct 30

Ivybridge 29 mi $$

BYOB sip-and-paint session with all painting materials provided.

Sculpt a Ceramic Ghostie Workshop

Sat, Sep 26

Bridgwater 36 mi

Hand-sculpt white clay ghosts and have them professionally kiln-fired.

Illustration of a small stage with red curtains where a witch and a ghost perform for a seated audience near pumpkins (Hundred Watt Club – A Halloween Evening of Burlesque & Cabaret)

Hundred Watt Club – A Halloween Evening of Burlesque & Cabaret

Sat, Oct 24

Burnham 42 mi

One of the longest-running burlesque revues in the UK.

Illustration of a town street at twilight with glowing windows, pumpkins, floating ghosts and a witch on a broom by the moon (Ecstatic Dance Cardiff Autumn Gathering)

Ecstatic Dance Cardiff Autumn Gathering

Fri, Sep 18

Cowbridge 50 mi $$

Conscious dance gathering featuring cacao activation, sauna access, and woodland walks.

Illustration of clay figures in costumes mingling among striped market tents and pumpkin displays under orange autumn trees (Autumn Equinox Celebration at Coed Hills Rural Art Space)

Autumn Equinox Celebration at Coed Hills Rural Art Space

Sun, Sep 20

Cowbridge 50 mi $$

Seasonal gathering featuring a fire ritual, yoga, and shamanic sound journey.

Illustration of friendly ghosts on small town rooftops with pumpkins and glowing windows as two witches fly past a full moon (Samhain & The Glastonbury Dragons Wild Hunt)

Samhain & The Glastonbury Dragons Wild Hunt

Sat, Oct 24

Glastonbury 46 mi

Celtic celebration featuring dragons, drummers, and Border Morris dancers.

Other Halloween categories in Exeter

Illustration of costumed children and two witches on a lawn with pumpkins, a small tent and orange autumn trees

ExeterFamily-Friendly Fall Activities30 family events

Illustration of clay figures in costumes and a floating ghost at a Halloween party with a punch bowl and glowing pumpkins

ExeterHalloween Food, Drink, and Parties14 parties & tastings

Illustration of a small cottage with glowing windows, ghosts, jack o'lanterns and a black cat among bare trees at twilight

ExeterHaunted Experiences11 haunted attractions

Illustration of a small character with arms raised on a stage with red curtains, glowing lanterns and a pumpkin audience

ExeterHalloween Movies, Theater, and Entertainment9 shows & screenings

About Unique & Unusual Halloween Events in Exeter

Exeter and surrounding towns are hosting a multitude of Halloween events. From family-friendly pumpkin festivals a drive away in Wells to adult-oriented evenings like the Silent Book Club Halloween Special right here in Exeter, there's a diverse spread across the region. Consider the nature of your celebration: are you seeking a grand outdoor spectacle in Totnes, or perhaps a more intimate artistic workshop in Ivybridge? These events offer varied experiences from ticketed gatherings to free explorations.

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