Gravesend's Halloween hijinks await! Explore our guide to all things supernatural. Unearth Gravesend's dark delights for all who dare to look.
Popular Events: Immerse yourself in the vibrant atmosphere of Oktoberfest Gravesend, where authentic food and music bring a festive spirit to the season. Glow Trail at Jeskyns Woodland offers an enchanting walk illuminated by mesmerizing lights, captivating visitors of all ages. And the Dover Castle Halloween is something you definitely don't want to miss, featuring thrilling activities set against the backdrop of historic fortifications. See more details on these and other fun events and activities below!
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Top Halloween Events In and Around Gravesend
- Oktoberfest Gravesend
- Rare Breeds Centre Halloween (Ashford)
- Dover Castle Halloween (Dover)
- Glow Trail at Jeskyns Woodland
- Chiddingstone Castle Halloween (Edenbridge)
- Halloween Weekend at Goose Gravesend
- The Historic Dockyard Chatham YuckYard (non-haunted activities) (Chatham)
- Halloween Craft Event with Creation Station
- Walmer Castle Halloween Walk (Walmer)
- Dover Transport Museum Halloween Spider Hunt (Dover)
See these and even more events listed below!
Gravesend Area Haunted Experiences
Chiddingstone Castle Halloween
What to Expect:
Spooky storytelling and ghostly guides throughout the castle.
Description:
This Halloween, Chiddingstone Castle invites you to uncover spooky mysteries with ghostly guides. Explore the castle grounds, enjoy a themed menu at the tea room, and discover fascinating collections including Japanese, Stuart, Jacobite, and Ancient Egyptian artifacts. The castle is open daily during half-term, offering a unique and eerie experience for all ages.
Where: Edenbridge | More Info: Chiddingstone Castle Halloween
Family-Friendly Fall Activities Near Gravesend
Oktoberfest Gravesend
What to Expect:
Traditional German food and live Oompah music in a festive atmosphere.
Description:
Join Gravesend Borough Market for a fun-filled day of traditional German food, music, and beer at the first-ever Oktoberfest in Gravesend. Enjoy bratwurst, pretzels, and live Oompah music while dancing to the rhythm of the festival. This event is strictly 18+, and ID will be required for entry.
Where: Gravesend | More Info: Oktoberfest Gravesend
Glow Trail at Jeskyns Woodland
What to Expect:
A diverse range of outdoor activities and attractions suitable for all ages and abilities.
Description:
Jeskyns Community Woodland offers a serene and accessible outdoor experience with over 360 acres of newly planted woodlands, meadows, and orchards. The site features a network of surfaced walking trails, children's play areas, a café, and a dog activity trail. Visitors can explore the Fairy Elf Village, introduce their family to the Gruffalo and his friends, and enjoy the scenic views under wide skies full of singing skylarks. The woodland is perfect for walking, playing, riding, cycling, or simply relaxing in nature.
Where: Gravesend | More Info: Glow Trail at Jeskyns Woodland
Dover Castle Halloween
What to Expect:
Interactive spooky storytelling and character encounters.
Description:
Gather your little monsters for a ghoulishly good day out at Dover Castle this half term. Meet spooktacular characters like a dragon, grim reaper, and comedy castle rat. Follow the quest to solve creepy clues and gather round to listen to spooky stories.
Where: Dover | More Info: Dover Castle Halloween
Rare Breeds Centre Halloween
What to Expect:
A variety of Halloween activities including magical potion shows, pirate ghost stories, and a monstrous makeover.
Description:
Join Effel Fartwaffer and friends for a spooktacular Halloween celebration at the Rare Breeds Centre. Enjoy magical potion shows, pirate ghost stories, and a monstrous makeover. Participate in a fancy dress competition, face painting, and the scarecrow competition. The event also features a Spooks trail and all usual attractions like tractor rides and playparks, with the farm open from 10am to 5pm.
Where: Ashford | More Info: Rare Breeds Centre Halloween
Walmer Castle Halloween Walk
What to Expect:
A family-friendly Halloween walk with ghost-hunting storytellers in the shadowy gardens of Walmer Castle.
Description:
Join ghost-hunting storytellers on a family-friendly walk through the shadowy gardens of Walmer Castle. This light-hearted Halloween tour is perfect for children aged 5-10, featuring well-told tales of strange and spooky goings-on. The event is an outdoor, early evening tour that requires suitable shoes and dressing for the weather.
Where: Walmer | More Info: Walmer Castle Halloween Walk
Halloween Craft Event with Creation Station
What to Expect:
A fun and creative craft workshop where kids can decorate jar lanterns and bunting.
Description:
Join the Halloween Craft Event with Creation Station in Gravesend, where kids aged 4-11 can decorate scarily cool ghost, monster, or pumpkin-inspired jar lanterns and create creepy character bunting to decorate their homes. Each workshop is approximately 1 hour and includes cold drinks. The event is designed to be a fun and creative experience for children, with overalls provided but recommended to wear clothes suitable for arts and crafts.
Where: Gravesend | More Info: Halloween Craft Event with Creation Station
The Historic Dockyard Chatham YuckYard (non-haunted activities)
What to Expect:
An immersive experience featuring gut-wrenching tales and gruesome activities that explore the darkest side of naval history.
Description:
This Halloween half-term, The Historic Dockyard Chatham presents Yuck Yard, an immersive experience that delves into the darkest and most stomach-churning side of naval history. Meet Widow Wink, who brews potions from sour-smelling herbs, and Assistant Surgeon George Bass, who demonstrates seafaring surgery. Engage in the Battle of the Bilge, sniff out rats on the Ratcatcher’s Trail, and create a splat-tacular disaster-piece in the Gallery of Goo. This event is included with your Dockyard ticket and promises a gruesome adventure that will make your skin crawl.
Where: Chatham | More Info: The Historic Dockyard Chatham YuckYard (non-haunted activities)
Dover Transport Museum Halloween Spider Hunt
What to Expect:
A fun and interactive Halloween activity where participants search for hidden spiders and solve a puzzle to win prizes.
Description:
Dover Transport Museum's Halloween Spider Hunt is an exciting event where participants search for hidden spiders around the museum and solve a puzzle. Correct answers enter a draw for a prize, and dressing up for the occasion earns a treat from the cauldron. This family-friendly activity includes a 12-month entry ticket in the normal entry price.
Where: Dover | More Info: Dover Transport Museum Halloween Spider Hunt
Halloween Food, Drink, and Parties Near Gravesend
Halloween Weekend at Goose Gravesend
What to Expect:
A fun-filled Halloween event with meal and drink included for all attendees, suitable for kids and accompanying adults.
Description:
Join us for a spooktacular Kids Halloween Party at The Goose Gravesend on Thursday, 31st October 2024. Enjoy a fun-filled event with a meal and drink included for all attendees. Tickets are £8.50 each, but MIXR app holders can snag them for just £7.00. Accompanying adults are welcome to join in on the Halloween fun and have a meal and drink at the same price while the kids participate in activities.