Calan Gaeaf at Dyffryn Gardens
Welsh folklore fairy trail marking the turn of the seasons.
30 family-friendly fall activities in Llanelli and nearby.
Here are Halloween happenings in and around Llanelli. For those planning ahead, some events have their 2026 dates available now, while others await confirmation. Whether you're seeking an indoor science adventure like Techniquest's family fun or a hands-on pumpkin carving experience at a historic castle, there are many ways to mark the season. Consider events closer to town or those a short drive away.
Seasonal tea service that includes full admission to the botanic garden.
Halloween theming, scarecrow trail, creepy creatures, and themed fairground rides.
Outdoor screening on a giant screen with pre-movie spooky music.
Halloween-themed comic con with movie displays, cosplay, and lightsaber training.
See all trunk-or-treats, pumpkin patches, and kid-friendly events nearby.
The hour after opening and the last hour before sunset give soft light and empty backgrounds; midday sun means squints and harsh shadows on little faces. Shoot the posed photos first, before mud, face paint, and snack stains, then let candids happen. Kneel to kid height, use the pumpkin rows as leading lines, and take a burst, since someone always blinks.
Set one meeting spot at the entrance and a hard arrival window, since staggered arrivals kill the first hour. Assign each adult a kid headcount, not a vibe, and rotate a designated bag-watcher at the picnic base. Matching bright hats beat matching costumes for spotting kids in a crowd. Agree on the leave time out loud before anyone buys a wristband.
Assume porta-potties, plan accordingly: go before leaving home, carry your own wipes and sanitizer, and do a preemptive stop before the hayride or maze, which trap you for 30-plus minutes. Locate the restrooms on the farm map at arrival, not mid-crisis. For potty-training kids, a car-trunk travel seat is the veteran move on big farm days.