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Laser-Cut Spooky Halloween Lantern Workshop

A hands-on workshop allows participants to design and create laser-cut Halloween lanterns. Attendees select spooky themes, prepare designs for laser cutting, and see personalized panels produced. The event includes assembling a wooden lantern with a color-changing LED light and remote.

What to Expect

Create custom laser-cut Halloween lanterns with LED lights

Event Details

Duration

8 hours

Ages

Under 18 with guardian

Timed Entry

Yes

Organizer

Maidstone Hackspace

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Local Insight & Ratings

Scare Factor

👻 👻 👻 👻 👻 (2/5)

Family Friendly

👶 👶 👶 👶 👶 (4/5)

Best For

Creative individuals and families interested in halloween crafts and laser cutting

Vibe

Creative, hands-on, spooky

Energy Level

Medium

Budget

$$

Photo Friendly

High

Weather Sensitivity

None

Location

Maidstone Community Support Centre
39-48 Marsham Street
Maidstone
ME14 1HH

Know Before You Go

  • Tickets: $$ – Get tickets
  • Accessibility: Please contact Maidstone Hackspace before booking if you have any accessibility requirements or need additional support during the session. They will do their best to make the workshop accessible and enjoyable.
  • Pets: No pets allowed (service animals welcome)

Tips & Advice

  • Bring your own digital Halloween-themed images or designs on a USB drive or be prepared to select from provided options.
  • Under-18s must be accompanied by a supervising adult; ensure your adult companion is aware of the workshop activities.
  • No prior experience with laser cutting or design is necessary, making it accessible for beginners.
  • Consider contacting the organizer in advance if you have specific accessibility needs to ensure a comfortable experience.
  • Each ticket covers one lantern; if an accompanying adult also wishes to make a lantern, they will need a separate ticket.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is included with the ticket?

Your ticket includes one pre-designed wooden lantern kit, all necessary fixing materials, use of workshop equipment including the laser cutter, assistance with design preparation, one mains-powered color-changing LED light, and one wireless remote control.

Do I need any prior experience?

No, the workshop is suitable for complete beginners with no previous laser-cutting, design, or making experience required.

Can children attend?

Yes, the workshop is suitable for families and young makers. However, all attendees under 18 must be accompanied and supervised by a responsible adult throughout the session.

What kind of designs can I create?

You can choose images, shapes, or patterns such as pumpkins, ghosts, bats, skulls, cobwebs, or haunted houses to feature on your lantern.

What happens if the event is cancelled?

Maidstone Hackspace may postpone or cancel the event if minimum attendance is not reached or due to circumstances beyond their control. Attendees will be contacted via email and refunds or transfers will be managed according to the Eventbrite policy.

Tags

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Last Updated: Sep 21, 2026
Original Submitter: Sep 17, 2025 The Halloween Events Near Me editorial team