Leyland Family-Friendly Fall Activities 2026

At Curiosity Corner Play, participants in this autumn workshop will paint a ceramic pumpkin. All necessary paints, brushes, and materials are provided, along with a large or small pumpkin. An apron and gift bag for the finished piece are included.

Aintree Racecourse presents Halloween Family Day on Sunday, October 25, 2026, combining jump racing with activities like crafts, face painting, and a costume competition. A Huntrix tribute act will perform, and under 18s attend for free.

Farmer Ted's annual Pumpkin Festival features thousands of pumpkins and dinosaurs. The Pumpkin Village includes pumpkin mountains and displays. A Scary Maize Maze with a treasure hunt, 12 animatronic dinosaurs, marshmallow roasting, and Sorcery School sessions are available. Fancy dress...

Grange Farm Lowton Pumpkin Festival allows attendees to search for pumpkins, enjoy fair rides, live entertainment, and food and drinks.

The East Lancashire Railway hosts The Wizarding Adventure, where passengers learn incantations, practice wand-waving, and care for a dragon egg with professors. Attendees meet characters like Felix the Phoenix and Twoo the Owl.

The Trick and Treat Circus combines pantomime comedy with circus acts, featuring family-friendly characters, magic, and laughter for all ages.

Roby Mill Farm Shop offers a pumpkin picking experience with thousands of pumpkins and gourds. Children's activities include trampolines and hook-a-duck. Weekend and half-term visits include additional vendors and face painting.

The Village On The Green hosts a family-friendly Halloween event on October 31st. Attendees can enjoy a Spooky DJ Party, a fancy dress competition, and games. Costumed characters will be present. Food is available for purchase.

A two-hour pumpkin painting workshop allows participants to personalize a ceramic pumpkin and craft a seasonal tablescape. All materials and guidance are provided. A complimentary cocktail is included.

Teens aged 15-17 can attend a Halloween Disco hosted by Dragon Care, featuring music, dancing, and a neon Halloween atmosphere. Dragon care tips will be shared. Drinks and a buffet are included.

A Halloween disco event for ages 8 to 14 combines dancing to music with learning about dragon care.

Hall Carr Halloween Trick or Treat is a free, family-friendly event with decor and characters. Visitors can take a walkthrough through the home and garden, encountering surprises. Fundraising draws benefit the Alzheimer's Society UK; Hall Carr Halloween Wands are available...

The Downham Village Hall hosts its annual Bonfire and Firework Display. The bonfire is lit shortly after 5:15 PM, with fireworks following around 5:45 PM. Mulled wine and other food and drink options are available for purchase. Children under 12...

A paint and sip event provides a pumpkin, a welcome drink, and supplies for creating a Halloween design with artist guidance. The two-hour event includes cleanup by organizers. Food and extra drinks are available for purchase.

Knowsley Safari offers a Halloween-themed event during the October half term. The event includes the safari drive, animal encounters, and Halloween surprises.

Children will create spooky projects inspired by ghosts, pumpkins, and witches at this Halloween Craft Day. Led by teachers, the workshop allows children to take home their creations.

Smithills Open Farm transforms into a Halloween wonderland with multiple events. Families can enjoy the Halloween Special featuring a sweet hunt, costume competition, and a decorated farm. For those seeking more thrills, the Halloween Fright Night offers guided tours through...

The Wigan Pumpkin Patch Express provides train rides to a pumpkin patch. Super Spooky Night Trains operate on Saturday evenings.

Blackpool's skyline transforms into a playful monster playground with the Monster Hunt. Ten enormous inflatable creatures, crafted by the acclaimed Designs In Air, will be perched on rooftops across the Golden Mile and Town Centre. Families and visitors are invited...

Princesses, step aside! The Villains are unleashed for an ultimate Halloween party at Albert Halls Bolton. Join your favorite villains as they plot and scheme to conjure up a magical event filled with spine-tingling songs, chilling choreography, and devilish party...

Leigh Family Halloween Disco offers a spooktacular night of dancing and fun at Leigh Village Halls. Attendees are encouraged to wear their best Halloween costumes for a chance to win prizes in a costume contest. The event features music, games,...

Visit Ribble Valley Pumpkins for authentic, family-friendly fun. Enjoy on-farm pumpkin picking, meet farm animals, and participate in games. Refreshments and themed photo opportunities are available.

Blackpool's Biggest Free Monster Mash Halloween Party is a silly and spooky event for children aged 10 and under. Held at Abingdon Street Market, the party offers fun games, prizes for costumes, and plenty of laugh-out-loud moments. It's a chance...

Little Scare-lings hosts a Halloween tea party with activities for children. Participants can make potions, visit a slime lab, and sculpt magic wands. A Halloween-themed afternoon tea is included.

Kenyon Hall Farm's Pumpkin Festival includes a pumpkin patch with over 20,000 pumpkins, themed photo opportunities, and displays of pumpkins and squashes. Advanced booking is required.

Gawthorpe Hall's grounds offer a Halloween trail where families can find hidden ghosts, pumpkins, black cats, and witches on a quest.

West Lancashire Light Railway presents Pumpkin Sunday, a family event with steam train rides and a free pumpkin for each child ticket. Traditional games and activities are offered on the historic railway grounds.

Bolton Allstarz hosts their annual Halloween Party on October 30, 2025. This free community event is a chance for families to celebrate the spooky season together.

The Atkinson hosts a family-friendly Halloween craft workshop where attendees can make spooky creations. Materials are provided, and drop-ins are welcome.

Blackpool Zoo's Wizarding Wildlife School includes spellbinding creature discoveries, interactive trails, magical makeovers, and enchanting talks. VIP Masterclasses in advanced wizardry are available for ages 7 and up.

Rock Hall is set to host a spooktacular Halloween celebration filled with creative fun. Attendees can craft their own masks and Halloween decorations, decorate festive gingerbread men, and enjoy dressing up in provided costumes. This free event is perfect for...

Bleakholt Animal Sanctuary offers Spooky Halloween Craft Days for children and adults. Participants can create crafts using glue, glitter, and paint for a small fee; admission is free.

The 6th Annual Ridgeway Farm Pumpkin Festival includes a pumpkin patch and a themed orchard walk. The barn offers pumpkin decorating. Visitors can interact with farm animals.

Air Nation's Happy Halloween Event features a bounce experience with a spooky theme. The event includes Nerf Nights and dedicated sessions for toddlers and those with special educational needs.

Bents Garden Centre hosts a Spooky Tea Party with a wizard, magic tricks, party games, and a Halloween food plate for children. A costume contest offers prizes.

The Halloween Spooktacular is a festive event held at Holy Name - Bar & Function Rooms. Attendees are encouraged to wear costumes and enjoy a night of music and dancing. The event promises a hauntingly good time with spooky cocktails...

This Halloween, Mere Sands Wood transforms into a magical woodland school. Children can design enchanted cloaks, build their own broomsticks, create wild potions, and craft wands. It's a spellbinding adventure for young witches, wizards, goblins, and ghouls.

RHS Garden Bridgewater presents a pumpkin trail, expert pumpkin carving, and Zoolab's creepy-crawlies. Activities include pumpkin-themed crafts and a Zombie Disco.

Dalmeny Resort Hotel hosts a Halloween scavenger hunt with daily themed activities, including arts and crafts and pool parties. Evenings feature live entertainment and musical performances. A Halloween Afternoon Tea is available.

Mrs Dowsons Farm Park presents its Pumpkin Festival with a 3-acre pumpkin patch and farm animal encounters. The 'Pumpkin Nights' event offers an adult-only experience with a glowing pumpkin patch and fire pits.

Unleash your creativity at this festive pumpkin painting workshop. Ditch the carving tools and design a unique, decorative pumpkin with guidance from an experienced artist. All materials are provided, and you'll take your personalized creation home. Perfect for all skill...