Nelson Unique & Unusual Halloween Events 2026

29 unique & unusual Halloween events in Nelson and nearby

Illustration of small clay figures in costumes and ghosts painting pumpkins at a long table under bunting at dusk (Autumn Needle Felting Day: Pumpkins & Ghosts)

Autumn Needle Felting Day: Pumpkins & Ghosts

Sun, Oct 4

Clitheroe 9 mi $$$

Full-day workshop crafting 3D wool pumpkins and 2D ghost pictures

Illustration of a Halloween town at night with glowing windows, pumpkins, floating ghosts and a witch flying past a full moon (Oldham Halloween Half Marathon)

Oldham Halloween Half Marathon

Sun, Oct 25

Oldham 21 mi

A challenging 13.1-mile road race through the Saddleworth countryside.

Salford Ghost Walk

Oct 9 – Nov 18

Salford 24 mi

Award-winning 90-minute adult ghost walk guided by Flecky Bennett.

HALLOWEEN 2026

Sat, Oct 31

Manchester 25 mi

Adults-only ghost walk through Campfield, Castlefield, and along the canal.

October half term

Oct 24 – Nov 1

Manchester 25 mi Free

Hands-on alien crafts, stop-motion animation, and family sci-fi screenings.

Skipton Ghost Tour

Skipton 12 mi

Theatrical walking tour around Skipton led by the ghostly Butcher.

Autumn Plant Fair

Oct 3 – Oct 4

Salford 24 mi

Specialist nurseries selling rare and unusual plants with Plant Heritage.

Illustration of a Halloween town at twilight with glowing houses, jack o lanterns, ghosts, and a witch flying past the moon (The Monsters of Rock - Alive in Halloween Special)

The Monsters of Rock - Alive in Halloween Special

Sat, Oct 31

Rochdale 15 mi

Thunder Hammer returns for a filmed live Halloween rock performance.

Illustration of a smiling guide holding a glowing lantern on a cobblestone street with ghosts and pumpkins at dusk (Halifax Civic Trust Uncanny Halloween Walk)

Halifax Civic Trust Uncanny Halloween Walk

Sat, Oct 31

Halifax 16 mi $

Historian-led walking tour exploring medieval murders, Victorian crimes, and local dark history.

Illustration of white ghosts floating over houses with glowing windows and pumpkins, with a witch flying past a full moon (Halloween Paint a Pot! @G2)

Halloween Paint a Pot! @G2

Oct 24 – Oct 26

Marsden 20 mi

Paint spooky pumpkins, skulls, frogs, and other creatures for Halloween.

Illustration of friendly ghosts on small town rooftops with pumpkins and glowing windows as two witches fly past a full moon (Autumn Equinox Walk in the Woods)

Autumn Equinox Walk in the Woods

Mon, Sep 21

Manchester 22 mi Free

Gentle woodland walk featuring storytelling and seasonal conversation with Hannah Kate.

Illustration of glowing jack-o'-lanterns, candles, pumpkin seeds and small figures on a wooden table under string lights (The Jesmonite Autumn Pumpkin Pot Workshop)

The Jesmonite Autumn Pumpkin Pot Workshop

Fri, Oct 23

Hebden Bridge 11 mi $$

Cast a lidded pumpkin pot, mini pot, and coaster using Jesmonite.

Illustration of two clay kids and cotton ghosts around a craft table with painted pumpkins, paint pots and paper bats (Introduction to Needle Felting - Halloween Themed)

Introduction to Needle Felting - Halloween Themed

Sun, Oct 25

Bingley 16 mi $$$

Craft a wool pumpkin-carrying ghost using barbed felting needles.

Illustration of glowing jack-o'-lanterns, candles and scattered seeds on a wooden table under string lights at dusk (Autumnal Pumpkin Floral Arrangement Workshop)

Autumnal Pumpkin Floral Arrangement Workshop

Wed, Oct 21

Bingley 16 mi $$

Craft an autumn centerpiece using a pumpkin vase with fresh and dried florals.

Illustration of striped market booths and pumpkin displays on a street with small clay figures under orange autumn trees (Autumn Equinox Harvest Moon Gathering)

Autumn Equinox Harvest Moon Gathering

Sun, Sep 27

Bingley 16 mi $$

Seasonal altar creation, cacao ceremony, sound journey, and vegan food.

Illustration of a craft table with a glitter pumpkin, paint cups, a clay kid, a smiling ghost and a paper bat under bunting (Autumn Pumpkin Arrangement Workshop at Hoghton Tower)

Autumn Pumpkin Arrangement Workshop at Hoghton Tower

Thu, Oct 29

Hoghton 16 mi $$$

Craft a floral arrangement inside a real pumpkin with tearoom refreshments included.

Autumn Wreath Workshop

Fri, Sep 25

Halifax 16 mi $$

Craft a handmade seasonal wreath at an adults-only workshop.

Illustration of three costumed clay children and little ghosts at a table with pumpkins and decorated cookies in autumn light (The Craft Room Halloween Craft Night)

The Craft Room Halloween Craft Night

Wed, Oct 7

Ashton 22 mi $$

Halloween craft and painting session with all materials and guidance provided.

Halloween Fused Glass Workshop

Wed, Oct 7

Farsley 22 mi $$$

Craft up to three seasonal fused glass items in a garden studio.

Illustration of kids in costumes at a table with pumpkins, bowls of treats, and paper bats and bunting overhead (Seasonal Autumn Floristry Workshop)

Seasonal Autumn Floristry Workshop

Fri, Oct 23

Worsley 23 mi $

Flower arranging demonstrations exploring gentle practices and seasonal autumn foliage.

Autumn Wellbeing Mini Retreat

Sun, Oct 11

Worsley 24 mi $$

Mindful meditation, somatic movement, nature walks, and seasonal vision board crafting.

Illustration of clay kid characters, paper bats, cotton ghosts and pumpkins on a craft table with paint pots and bunting (Halloween Creative Party)

Halloween Creative Party

Thu, Oct 22

Worsley 24 mi $$

Spooky craft workshop featuring canvas and pumpkin painting.

Illustration of a Halloween craft scene with clay kids, a friendly ghost, bats and glowing pumpkins under party bunting (Halloween Crochet Pumpkin Workshop - Beginner-Friendly Class)

Halloween Crochet Pumpkin Workshop - Beginner-Friendly Class

Sat, Oct 17

Bingley 16 mi $$$

Make yarn pumpkins using a 6mm hook with tutor Mareike Schmidt.

Illustration of a Halloween town at twilight with glowing houses, jack o lanterns, ghosts, and a witch flying past the moon (NIGHTMARES BEFORE HALLOWEEN 2026)

NIGHTMARES BEFORE HALLOWEEN 2026

Thu, Oct 29

Manchester 25 mi

Adult ghost walk performance at Ordsall Hall led by Flecky Bennett.

Illustration of a Halloween town at twilight with glowing houses, jack o lanterns, ghosts, and a witch flying past the moon (Halloween Bath Bomb Making Workshop)

Halloween Bath Bomb Making Workshop

Thu, Oct 29

Wakefield 28 mi

Hands-on fizzy bath bomb crafting hosted by Forever Fizz.

Illustration of a town street at twilight with glowing windows, pumpkins, floating ghosts and a witch on a broom by the moon (Halloween Pumpkin Workshop at Eden Tea Room & Galleries)

Halloween Pumpkin Workshop at Eden Tea Room & Galleries

Sat, Oct 17

Lytham St Annes 29 mi

Create a large, super soft chunky pumpkin using pure merino wool.

Illustration of a small theatre stage with red curtains where a smiling ghost and a witch perform for a costumed audience (The Devil Wears Nada Burlesque and Cabaret Night)

The Devil Wears Nada Burlesque and Cabaret Night

Great Harwood 8 mi $

Devilish burlesque and cabaret show with a unique cast.

Illustration of a skeleton drummer, a witch guitarist and a pumpkin headed band playing on an outdoor stage at night (Dressed to Kill: 35th Anniversary Tour)

Dressed to Kill: 35th Anniversary Tour

Darwen 14 mi $$

Europe's longest-running KISS tribute band

Illustration of a Halloween town at dusk with glowing houses, pumpkins, floating ghosts and a witch flying past a full moon (Halloween Special: KISS Tribute - Hotter Than Hell)

Halloween Special: KISS Tribute - Hotter Than Hell

Bradford 19 mi $

Europe's leading KISS tribute band performing live

Unique & Unusual Halloween Events this weekend Oct 16–18

Sat17Oct Halloween Crochet Pumpkin Workshop - Beginner-Friendly ClassBingley

Sat17Oct Halloween Pumpkin Workshop at Eden Tea Room & GalleriesLytham St Annes

thru18Nov Salford Ghost WalkSalford

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Illustration of small costumed figures and a witch playing on a sunny lawn with pumpkins, hay bales, a tent and orange trees

NelsonFamily-Friendly Fall Activities37 family events

Illustration of a Halloween party at dusk with costumed characters around a punch bowl, a ghost, pumpkins and string lights

NelsonHalloween Food, Drink, and Parties11 parties & tastings

Illustration of a small haunted cottage with glowing windows, ghosts, jack-o'-lanterns and a black cat under a pale moon

NelsonHaunted Experiences16 haunted attractions

Illustration of a pumpkin character and a ghost performing on a small stage with red curtains before a costumed audience

NelsonHalloween Movies, Theater, and Entertainment11 shows & screenings

About Unique & Unusual Halloween Events in Nelson

Nelson's Halloween calendar is filling with events, including the Ghost Tours in Manchester City Centre.

For those seeking craft activities, the Halloween Wreath Making Workshop in Preston offers a creative outlet, while other happenings span music, walking tours, and workshops across nearby towns.

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