Family-Friendly Fall Activities Near Hitchin 2026

Whipsnade Zoo's 'Boo at the Zoo' event runs October 24 to November 1, focusing on poisonous and venomous animals through trails and talks. Activities include storytimes, crafts, costume contests, ghost tours, and a train ride.

Lewis of London Ice Cream Farm presents Halloween activities including the 'Once Upon a Pumpkin' Spooky Story Trail, pumpkin picking, and Marshmallow Toasting.

Mead Open Farm hosts the Freaky Fun Fest, a Halloween event for families. Activities include two haunted mazes, 'Horrid High' and 'Scary Tales,' a circus show, and pumpkin picking. New for 2026 is the 'Trick or Treat Trap Doors.' Farm...

SPACE Halloween Party offers themed activities for children, including cake decorating, arts and crafts, sensory activities, and games. Fancy dress is encouraged.

Glazed Creations offers a Halloween pottery session for parents to paint trick-or-treat plates, spider hands, ghost feet, and 'Bum-pkins'. This volunteer-led event supports NCT's work for local families.

SPACE to Grow Allotment hosts a Halloween-themed session where seasonal vegetables receive a spooky makeover. Activities include pumpkin carving, arts and crafts, and outdoor exploration. Plant-friendly potions can be made in the mud kitchen, and Halloween-themed refreshments are provided.

Oaklands College's Harvest Festival provides a family-friendly day with zoo, farm, and orchard exploration. Activities include tractor rides and a scarecrow walk. The event supports zoo and campus developments, with local stallholders and food vendors present.

LeeAnna's Wish Halloween Disco is hosted at the Cottonmill Community & Cycle Centre for attendees to enjoy spooky vibes and celebrate Halloween.

The Farmer's Boy hosts a Halloween Family Party. Activities include a kids' party with fancy dress, singing, games, and spooky characters, followed by spooky music and karaoke with costume prizes.

Little Bee's Day Nursery Field presents an Autumn Festival on Saturday, September 26th, from 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM.

Babble & Bliss Baby Spa presents a Halloween Baby Spa experience at RYE-ASSIC Soft Play Park, featuring bubble baths, spa stations, baby massage, and photo opportunities. A pumpkin-shaped canvas keepsake is included.

Fat Hen Farm hosts a woodland adventure for a potion-making experience using ingredients like eye of newt and dragon's blood.

Visitors can build pumpkin cottages, creating autumn shelters for fairies. This activity offers a way to engage with the season.

Babble & Bliss Baby Spa hosts a Halloween-themed event with warm bubble baths, spa stations, baby massage, and sensory play. The event includes a pumpkin-shaped canvas keepsake and photo opportunities.

Boo-letchley Park needs detectives to solve a mystery involving missing items and cryptic clues. Participants will explore the historic site, decipher codes, and uncover secrets. Additional Halloween activities are available.

An indoor Halloween Extravaganza in Borehamwood offers six hours of family-friendly activities. Attendees can explore a scare maze, an indoor trick-or-treat trail, and meet creatures. The event includes a Halloween cinema, a gaming zone, a disco with a DJ, and...

Stevenage's biggest Halloween celebration, Halloween-Tastic, returns with a day packed full of fun and frights for all ages. Get your face painted like a ghoul, watch out for roaming spooky characters and surprise flash mobs, and test your skills in...

The Dunstable Town Cricket Club's annual Fireworks Display on November 2, 2025, includes fireworks, a DJ, BBQ, and refreshments.

Families can immerse themselves in Halloween fun at Hat Gardens with free storytelling sessions and a vibrant pumpkin patch. Children can pick their own pumpkin, enjoy arts and crafts, and get their faces painted. The event features captivating tales from...

Venture into Dunstable Downs after dark for a fang-tastic Halloween celebration perfect for the whole family. Follow a special dragon-themed trail as night falls, get creative with dragon crafts, and gather for not-too-scary spooky stories. Indulge in treats and tricks...

Willows Activity Farm presents its Pumpkin Festival, offering autumnal activities. Each child receives a complimentary pumpkin. Attractions include animal paddocks, tractor rides, and the Peter Rabbit Adventure Playground.

Willows Activity Farm Pumpkin Festival includes a free pumpkin with each paid child admission. Attractions include the Peter Rabbit Adventure Playground, funfair rides, shows, and a Pumpkin Hunt.

Spook-Fest at Aldenham Country Park offers a family-friendly Halloween experience with a 'spooky' rather than 'terrifying' theme. Your ticket includes a Farm Pass to see animals and enjoy attractions like the Aldenham Mausoleum, Spooky Shack, Giant Puzzles, Pumpkin Bingo, and...

Venture into Knebworth Gardens for a delightful Halloween Adventure! This event is perfect for younger children, featuring engaging games like 'Hook a Pumpkin' and 'Pumpkin Putting' that earn stamps for a prize. Visitors can also participate in a pumpkin carving...

This Halloween Half Term, Woburn Safari Park transforms into a family-friendly celebration of spooky fun. Ride the 'Ghost Train' with a Halloween makeover, enjoy seasonal animal enrichment, and participate in Spooky Keeper Talks. Don't miss the chance to feed alpacas...

Auntie Kitty provides live entertainment at the Hallow-Pop Party, a Kids Halloween Pop Party. Activities include a disco with spooky music, a fancy dress competition with prizes, sing-alongs, and refreshments. Belisily Play Cafe provides a bar, activity packs, and Lego...

Hatfield Park's Witches & Wizards Week includes a Haunted Forest exploration, hat and broomstick crafting, tales on Wicked Old Palace Tours, family-friendly films, and an Old Hatfield Market.

Host an unforgettable Halloween celebration with an exclusive soft play party. Enjoy two hours of private access to Soft Play City for up to 40 children, with options to bring your own food or select a catered buffet. Dedicated staff...

A FREE Sensory Trail for children of all ages and abilities is offered at Hertford Castle and the town centre during October Half Term, engaging senses through nature.

The Wildlife Garden in St Albans offers a family-friendly Halloween session. Activities include creating bat crafts and exploring the garden. Visitors can also see Willoughby, the giant willow hedgehog. Entry is free.

Bletchley Park offers October Half Term activities including naval codebreaking, Lego radar challenges, and interactive tours. Children aged 5-14 can participate in missions and use multimedia guides.

A free, under-1km circular Halloween trail begins and ends at Willen Lake's Watersports Centre. Children under 8 can answer questions and hear jokes along the route during the October half-term.

Lee Valley Farm Park Halloween Festival features a decorated farm, spooky characters, live shows, pumpkin picking, and haunted walk-throughs.

Get into the Halloween spirit with the 'Trick & Treat Circus,' a one-hour spooktacular designed for the whole family. This scare-free experience promises rib-tickling laughter, mind-blowing magic, and a delightful array of tricks and treats, making it perfect entertainment for...

Celtic Harmony Camp hosts Samhain Celebrations for the Celtic New Year, with activities including cave art talks, pumpkin crafts, and drumming workshops. A Haunted Forest and ceremonial fire are featured.

Rye-Assic Adventure Park hosts The Kiddies Pop Up Halloween Event for children. The event includes a character meet & greet, face painting, and a gift bag. The park features a soft play area, sensory room, and outdoor attractions.

Saddle up for a rootin' tootin' family musical adventure set in the old American West. Follow the story of Copper Creek, a mining town divided by a recent copper discovery, where sparks fly between the daughter of a miner and...

This Halloween, create a frightfully fun and unique companion at Build-A-Spooky-Bear! Select your bear, then choose from a range of spooky costumes to craft a one-of-a-kind friend. Juice and snacks are provided during the workshop, which is suitable for ages...

Foxholes Farm provides Spooky Halloween Farm Fun during October Half Term. Primary school-aged children can enjoy a farm trail, games, crafts, and pumpkin carving. Animal feeding and petting are available.

Step into a prehistoric world after dark at Hertfordshire Zoo's Dinos After Dark event. Encounter over 40 life-size animatronic dinosaurs that roar and move, creating a thrilling nighttime adventure. Enjoy a variety of entertainment, including UV Halloween Drummers, a silent...

This exciting musical retelling of Cinderella promises a delightful blend of storytelling, stunning live music, and theatrical magic. Discover how a humble street seller became a multimillionaire ice cream business owner in this charming and witty family treat, perfect for...

Dame Dolly is gearing up for her Halloween show but needs a helping hand! Attendees are invited to assist her, participating in spooky fun and games. The event promises plenty of audience interaction for all ages, with a special prize...

Mums can connect and find local friends at this Halloween Pastries and Play morning. The event includes a hot drink, freshly baked pastries, and a juice for children. Activities feature a Halloween-themed sensory area, a spooky dress-up zone, and soft...

Social Pottery MK hosts Spooky Sessions, a creative event for painting Halloween-themed pottery. Participants can choose from a range of spooky designs and use acrylic paints to create their own masterpiece. The finished pieces are ready to be taken home...

This Halloween, children can unleash their creativity at Burston Garden Centre by designing and decorating their very own haunted house frame. It's a fun, hands-on activity perfect for capturing spooky photos or cherished Halloween memories, designed to spark their imagination.

Step back in time and celebrate the Celtic New Year at Celtic Harmony Camp's Samhain Celebrations. This family-friendly event offers a unique outdoor experience with activities like cave art talks, pumpkin crafts, and drumming workshops. Explore the 'Haunted Forest' and...