Hastings Family-Friendly Fall Activities 2026

Join Ed Boxall for an enchanting afternoon of spooky tales and Halloween songs at the Alexandra Park Greenhouse. This event is perfect for half-term fun, offering a delightful and bewitching experience for children.

Venture into a thrilling Halloween trail designed for family fun. This event promises a spooky adventure with festive decorations and surprises hidden along the path, creating a memorable experience for all ages.

Experience a ghoulishly good day out at Battle Abbey this Halloween half-term. Little monsters can embark on a quest to solve creepy clues and listen to spooky stories. Interactive shows featuring gruesome tales and gory games will entertain the whole...

Embark on an unforgettable adventure with Go Ape Sundown Adventures, returning for autumn 2025. For a limited time, climb, swing, and zip through the trees after dark, guided by magical lights. Feel your senses heighten as you tackle high platforms...

Get ready for a week of spooky fun and silly surprises at COT's Rare Breeds Centre's 'Farmyard Frights and Delights' Halloween event. Kids can embark on a 'Trick or Treat Trail' to collect stamps and prizes, enjoy Effel's 'Whiffs and...

Venture into Scotney Castle for 'The Goblin King's Lost Path,' a captivating Halloween adventure. Families can choose from two engaging trails: the Goblin Spotter Trail for younger children to find mischievous goblins, or the Activity Trail Pack for older kids,...

Drusillas Park transforms into a Halloween wonderland for Shriek Week, offering a family-friendly spooky experience. Encounter the mysterious Sugar Skull Witch, delve into the 'Spider's Den' to learn about arachnids, and indulge in terrifyingly tasty treats. The park is adorned...

This October Half-Term, families can visit Sissinghurst Castle Garden to pick their own pumpkins. For an additional fee, children can also participate in creative pumpkin carving workshops. It's a perfect opportunity to enjoy the autumn season in a beautiful historic...

Drusillas Park transforms into a Halloween wonderland for Shriek Week, offering a family-friendly spooky experience. Visitors can enjoy themed decorations, character appearances, and seasonal treats. It's a perfect destination for children to enjoy the Halloween spirit with fun and engaging...

Blackberry Farm Park transforms into a 'Spook-tacular' Halloween destination this October Half Term. Families can enjoy a tractor ride with a scarecrow trail, a pumpkin patch for picking and carving, and a thrilling 'Bump in the Night' Barrel Bug Ride....

Visit Lower Ladysden Farm for their annual pumpkin picking event. Wander through the patch to find the perfect pumpkin, squash, or gourd for carving or cooking. They offer a wide variety of edible and decorative options, ensuring something for everyone....

Celebrate Halloween at the historic Willesborough Windmill for an afternoon of festive fun. This family-friendly event offers a unique way to enjoy the spooky season amidst a charming historical setting. Discover the windmill and enjoy seasonal activities.

Join the St. Radigunds Community Centre for a spooktacular Halloween Tea Party. This event promises a delightful afternoon filled with festive treats and a charming atmosphere, perfect for getting into the Halloween spirit.

Step into a world of enchantment at Tonbridge Castle for a Halloween quest filled with magic and fairytales. Join Wilbur the Wizard and Wanda the Witch on a 1.5-hour theatrical adventure through the historic castle. Help restore mixed-up fairytale stories...

Get ready for a spooktacular night at the Leigh Family Halloween Disco! Held at Leigh Village Halls, this event invites families to dance the night away in their best Halloween costumes. Expect thrilling music, engaging games, and exciting prizes for...

Experience a thrilling Halloween takeover at Chiddingstone Castle with the BOO Bash! This action-packed day features a DJ-led Spooky Disco, a Boo Bingo Castle Trail, and creative craft activities. Enjoy spooky storytelling and traditional Halloween games. Optional spooky cream teas...

Kent Life transforms into a Halloween wonderland for their Spooktacular event. Families can enjoy a week packed with festive fun, including pumpkin carving, a creepy corner, and exciting farm rides. Dare to go trick-or-treating in the historic houses, and don't...

Kent Life transforms into a Halloween wonderland with a Spooktacular event filled with family fun. Get ready for pumpkin carving, a creepy corner, and exciting farm rides. Daily fancy dress competitions and trick-or-treating through historic houses add to the festive...

Step into a world of enchantment at Quarterhouse for Cullen's Conjuring, a Halloween magic show designed for the whole family. This event promises dazzling illusions, playful tricks, and enchanting surprises that will spark wonder and imagination. Costumes are encouraged for...

Brighton Palace Pier transforms into Frighton Palace Pier for a spooktacular Halloween celebration. Families can enjoy a Trick or Treat trail, creative mask-making, and vibrant face painting. Don't miss the hilariously spooky puppet show, a daily highlight included with admission....

Immerse yourself in the vibrant spirit of Mexico's Day of the Dead at Brighton Museum's Art Club. This hands-on workshop invites children aged 5-13 to explore colorful traditions and create inspired art pieces. Discover fascinating objects from the museum's collection...

Nymans invites families for a spooky half term filled with Halloween fun. Explore the gardens on a free family trail, get creative with pumpkin decorating and witch's hat making, and discover the magic of a bubbling cauldron. It's a perfect...

Visit Pumpkin Moon for an unforgettable autumnal experience in Kent. They offer a vast selection of over 100 pumpkin, squash, and gourd varieties to pick yourself. It's the perfect outing for families and friends to enjoy the crisp fall air,...

Experience a spine-tingling Halloween Half Term at Hever Castle! Little ones can explore the grounds on the 'Bones and Giggles' Halloween Trail, searching for clues and encountering spooky scenes. The event also features Halloween-themed craft activities and interactive stories with...

Get ready for a frightfully fun time at the Spook-tacular Monster Party! This 45-minute event is packed with thrilling monster-themed games like Casper’s Candy Hunt and Zombie Tag, followed by an energetic kids' disco. Talented entertainers will keep the little...

Young ghost hunters are invited to explore Borde Hill Garden on a spooky Halloween trail to help solve the mystery of Sir Haunt-A-Lot. Along the way, they'll answer riddles and navigate clues. Additional activities on select days include reptile encounters,...

Discover the UK's premier pumpkin festival, offering a memorable experience for all ages. Wander through fields of over a million pumpkins and gourds, find the perfect one for carving or decorating, and explore the vibrant "Pumpkin Village." Enjoy delicious street...

Step into the wizarding world this Halloween at Hempstead House for a magical Harry Potter-themed afternoon. Delight in a live owl display show, followed by an enchanting magic performance. Guests can savor a specially crafted afternoon tea, with unique menus...

Experience the magic of Tulleys Pumpkin Nights, the UK's premier pumpkin festival. Wander through mystical woodland paths to discover over a million pumpkins and gourds spread across 100 acres. Enjoy live music, delicious street food, and craft beverages at the...

Experience a delightful Halloween celebration at Sevenoaks Wildlife Reserve. This family-friendly event offers a range of engaging activities and entertainment, perfect for a festive outing. Organized by Kent Wildlife Trust, it promises a fun-filled day for all ages amidst the...

Embark on a magical family-friendly Halloween adventure at HalGLOWeen 2025 on the Rowfant Trail. Armed with a UV torch, explore the darkened woodland to reveal glowing installations and hidden Halloween scenes created from reclaimed materials. After the trail, gather around...

Experience a unique Halloween Trail and vibrant autumn colors at Mount Ephraim Gardens. Follow a spooky trail filled with giant hand-painted toadstools and pumpkins, and immerse yourself in the stunning seasonal foliage. It's a perfect crisp autumn walk with a...

Uncover a chilling mystery on the Halloween Trail at Kearsney Abbey! Families and curious minds can explore the park's beautiful grounds, searching for hidden letters that spell out a spooky phrase. Along the way, discover fun facts and surprises. Get...

Canterbury transforms into a spook-tacular destination for Halloweek 2025, offering a sensational weekend of Halloween events. Families can enjoy trick-or-treating, spooky storytelling, and museum mazes. The city comes alive with creeepy characters and themed fun throughout half term, culminating in...

Experience a monster-sized adventure at Godstone Farm's Halloween event. This family-friendly celebration offers a spook-tacular line-up of activities, including a Monster NERF Shootout, pumpkin carving, marshmallow toasting, and creepy crafts. Enjoy all the usual farm park favorites alongside these festive...

Dover Castle transforms into a Halloween wonderland for its Half-term event. Families can embark on a quest to solve eerie clues throughout the historic fortress. Between October 18th and 26th, meet a vampire and a witch who share tales from...

Get ready for a spooktacular Kids Halloween Party at The Bounty! Children can showcase their costumes in a contest with prizes, dance to eerie tunes, and enjoy a variety of fun games and delicious Halloween snacks. This fang-tastic event is...

Experience a wild Halloween at Howletts Wild Animal Park with their 'Kids Go Free' event. From October 18th to November 2nd, 2025, children under 15 enter for free. Explore a spooky activity trail, meet creepy crawlies at the Bug &...

Discover a world of free-range family fun at Godstone Farm, an affordable farm park offering endless entertainment for all ages. From interacting with over 500 animals and exploring a thrilling dinosaur trail to enjoying Surrey's largest soft play area and...