Family-Friendly Fall Activities Near Hove 2026

30 family-friendly fall activities near Hove

Illustration of a witch in an armchair reading a book to small children, with pumpkins and black cats nearby (Butlin's Spooktober Halloween Breaks)

Butlin's Spooktober Halloween Breaks

Oct 5 – Oct 16

Bognor Regis 22 mi

Family Halloween break with spooky fairground rides, themed shows, and discos.

Illustration of a giant pumpkin on a stand in a grassy field near striped booths with small figures and pumpkins (Drusillas Park Halloween Shriek Week)

Drusillas Park Halloween Shriek Week

Oct 24 – Nov 1

Alfriston 14 mi $$

Family-friendly Halloween fun with spooky characters and treats.

Illustration of a fall festival street with big pumpkins in front, striped booths, and small figures under orange trees (Hocus Pocus Halloween Special Friday Late)

Hocus Pocus Halloween Special Friday Late

Fri, Oct 30

Horsham 18 mi

Features a Greatest Showman tribute and a spooky Halloween production.

Illustration of clay figures in costumes mingling among striped market tents and pumpkin displays under orange autumn trees (Tulleys Pumpkin Nights)

Tulleys Pumpkin Nights

Sep 26 – Nov 1

Turners Hill Rd 19 mi

Wander through illuminated displays of over 1.5 million pumpkins.

Tulleys Pumpkin Festival

Turners Hill 20 mi

Features 1.5 million pumpkins and the new Pumpkin Valley attraction.

Illustration of a red tractor pulling a wooden wagon of small costumed figures past pumpkins and autumn trees near a red barn (Sompting Pumpkins Patch)

Sompting Pumpkins Patch

Oct 3 – Oct 31

Sompting 7 mi $

Family-run farm with over 20 varieties of pumpkins and gourds.

Illustration of a miniature carnival at dusk with a glowing ferris wheel, a small carousel, game booths and jack-o'-lanterns (South of England Fireworks Spectacular)

South of England Fireworks Spectacular

Sat, Oct 24

Haywards Heath 16 mi $$

Features a musical fireworks show, low-noise display, and monster truck rides.

PYO Pumpkins 🗓

Oct 3 – Oct 18

Eastbourne 20 mi

Pumpkin patch entry includes access to the entire farm trail.

Illustration of a toy tractor pulling a wagon of costumed figures past pumpkins, autumn trees and a red barn (Blackberry Farm Park 'Spook-tacular' Halloween)

Blackberry Farm Park 'Spook-tacular' Halloween

Oct 24 – Nov 1

East Sussex 16 mi

Children arriving in fancy dress receive half-price admission.

Illustration of toy goats, a pony and white ducks among pumpkins and hay in a fenced pen with two costumed children (More House Pumpkin Pickin' Patch)

More House Pumpkin Pickin' Patch

Oct 3 – Oct 31

Haywards Heath 11 mi Free

Sussex pumpkin patch featuring highland cows, maize garden, and tractor rides.

Illustration of a sunny autumn lawn with pumpkins, hay bales, a small tent, a witch and costumed children under orange trees (The Owl Who Stole Halloween)

The Owl Who Stole Halloween

Oct 17 – Nov 1

Haywards Heath 13 mi

Follow a garden story trail to reverse a mischievous owl's spell.

SUPER Natural October Half Term

Oct 24 – Nov 1

Arundel 17 mi

A scare-free Halloween adventure exploring wetland superpowers and folklore.

Illustration of smiling ghost figures and a small costumed child beside pumpkins and paint cups on a wooden table (Amberley Museum Halloween Half Term Activities)

Amberley Museum Halloween Half Term Activities

Oct 25 – Oct 30

Amberley 17 mi

Family autumn trails, wood turning, and crafts at a heritage museum.

Illustration of costumed clay children and a witch playing among pumpkins, hay bales and tents on an autumn lawn (We’re Going on a Ghost Hunt™ Halloween Adventure)

We’re Going on a Ghost Hunt™ Halloween Adventure

Oct 10 – Nov 1

Petworth 23 mi

Gentle, fright-free Halloween adventure trail designed for young children.

Illustration of three costumed clay children and little ghosts at a table with pumpkins and decorated cookies in autumn light (Halloween Potion Making Children Workshop)

Halloween Potion Making Children Workshop

Wed, Oct 28

Stanmer $$

Hands-on herbology and potion brewing workshop for children over seven.

Scary Halloween Crafts by the Sea

Sat, Oct 31

Brighton and Hove 5 mi $$

Children decorate scary masks and create gooey slime with spiders.

Illustration of clay kid characters, paper bats, cotton ghosts and pumpkins on a craft table with paint pots and bunting (Saltdean Lido Kids Halloween Lantern Decorating)

Saltdean Lido Kids Halloween Lantern Decorating

Mon, Oct 26

Saltdean 6 mi $

Hands-on spooky lantern crafting session for children to take home.

Illustration of a craft table with a glitter pumpkin, paint cups, a clay kid, a smiling ghost and a paper bat under bunting (Saltdean Lido Kids Trick or Treat Bag Decorating)

Saltdean Lido Kids Trick or Treat Bag Decorating

Wed, Oct 28

Saltdean 6 mi $

Children design and decorate custom Halloween trick-or-treat bags.

Illustration of a witch in a pointed hat reading a book to a small doll child and a black cat on a sofa among pumpkins (Wild Science Presents A Halloween Story)

Wild Science Presents A Halloween Story

Thu, Oct 29

Saltdean 6 mi $

Child-friendly haunted house storytelling featuring hands-on animal encounters.

Autumn Equinox at My Little Farm

Sat, Sep 26

Hassocks 7 mi $$

Gather by the fire with farm-grown food, wellbeing sessions, and crafts.

Cat Yoga Halloween Special

Sat, Oct 31

Brighton $$

Gentle yoga and quiet relaxation alongside resident rescue cats.

Illustration of two clay kids and cotton ghosts around a craft table with painted pumpkins, paint pots and paper bats (Halloween Special Art Workshop)

Halloween Special Art Workshop

Sat, Oct 31

Brighton $$

Paint Halloween cat masks surrounded by free-roaming rescue cats.

Illustration of a Halloween costume contest on an outdoor stage with costumed figures, a ghost, a trophy and a watching crowd (Witching Hour Halloween Party)

Witching Hour Halloween Party

Sat, Oct 31

Jarvis Brook 22 mi $

All-ages celebration featuring dancing, a costume contest, and a quiz.

Illustration of glowing carved jack o'lanterns, candles, and small figures with tools on a wooden table under string lights (Halloween at Godstone Farm)

Halloween at Godstone Farm

Oct 17 – Nov 1

Godstone 27 mi

Family-friendly half-term Halloween fun, animal encounters, and pumpkin carving in Surrey.

Illustration of kids in costumes at a table with pumpkins, bowls of treats, and paper bats and bunting overhead (All Hallows' Eve at the Weald & Downland Living Museum)

All Hallows' Eve at the Weald & Downland Living Museum

Sat, Oct 31

Chichester 26 mi

Spooky 1665-themed potion making, mystic spell jars, and haunted games.

Illustration of small costumed figures and a witch playing on a sunny lawn with pumpkins, hay bales, a tent and orange trees (Halloween Half Term at Nymans)

Halloween Half Term at Nymans

Haywards Heath 15 mi $$

Free family trail and Halloween activities

Illustration of a witch in a pointed hat reading a book in an orange armchair beside pumpkins, a lamp and black cats (Frighton Palace Pier - Spooktacular Family Fun!)

Frighton Palace Pier - Spooktacular Family Fun!

Brighton $$

Spooktacular Halloween fun with a Trick or Treat trail

Illustration of a glowing path winding through an autumn forest with jack-o'-lanterns, hanging lanterns and floating ghosts (HalGLOWeen at Rowfant Trail)

HalGLOWeen at Rowfant Trail

Rowfant 20 mi $

UV light reveals glowing Halloween scenes in woodland

Illustration of clay skeleton figures in folk outfits by an altar with lit candles, orange marigolds and paper banners (Art Club: Day of the Dead at Brighton Museum)

Art Club: Day of the Dead at Brighton Museum

Brighton $

Creative Day of the Dead art workshop for kids

Chiddingstone Castle BOO Bash!

Edenbridge 28 mi $$

Halloween takeover with spooky disco and castle trail.

Family-Friendly Fall Activities this weekend Oct 16–18

Fri16Oct Butlin's Spooktober Halloween BreaksBognor Regis

thru1Nov Tulleys Pumpkin NightsTurners Hill Rd

thru31Oct Sompting Pumpkins PatchSompting

thru18Oct PYO Pumpkins 🗓Eastbourne

thru31Oct More House Pumpkin Pickin' PatchHaywards Heath

thru1Nov We’re Going on a Ghost Hunt™ Halloween AdventurePetworth

Other Halloween categories near Hove

Illustration of a Halloween gathering at dusk with a smiling ghost, costumed figures, glowing jack-o'-lanterns and lights

HoveHalloween Food, Drink, and Parties16 parties & tastings

Illustration of a small cottage with glowing windows, ghosts, jack o'lanterns and black cats under a full moon at dusk

HoveHaunted Experiences10 haunted attractions

Illustration of a pumpkin character and a ghost performing on a lit stage with red curtains before a crowd at night

HoveHalloween Movies, Theater, and Entertainment6 shows & screenings

Illustration of a Halloween town at twilight with glowing houses, jack o lanterns, ghosts, and a witch flying past the moon

HoveUnique Halloween Events15 unique events

About Family-Friendly Fall Activities near Hove

This year's Halloween events in and around Hove offer distinct experiences. For those seeking a major attraction, consider the extensive offerings at Drusillas Park. Alternatively, if you prefer something closer to home and perhaps more informal, local pubs and community venues often host Halloween parties.

From large-scale farm attractions to smaller community gatherings, families can find ways to celebrate the season. Consider travel time when planning, as some major events are located in surrounding towns.

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30 family-friendly fall activities near Hove

Family-Friendly Fall Activities this weekend Oct 16–18

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