Newark on Trent Family-Friendly Fall Activities 2026

30 family-friendly fall activities in Newark on Trent and nearby

Illustration of a glowing ferris wheel and carousel at dusk with pumpkins, jack-o'-lanterns and small costumed figures (Notts Pumpkin Picking at Maxey's Farm Shop)

Notts Pumpkin Picking at Maxey's Farm Shop

Sun, Oct 11

Newark 7 mi Free

Pumpkin picking, tractor rides, and hay bale climbing at the farm.

The BIG Spook

Oct 26 – Nov 1

Lincoln 14 mi

Citywide monster invasion featuring creative installations and interactive experiences.

Pumpkin Festival 2026

Oct 17 – Oct 31

Newark 11 mi

Mess-free pumpkin carving with full day Farm & Zoo access.

Illustration of small costumed figures and a witch playing on a sunny lawn with pumpkins, hay bales, a tent and orange trees (Wheelgate Family Halloween Spooktacular)

Wheelgate Family Halloween Spooktacular

Oct 3 – Nov 1

Newark 11 mi

Features a free pick-your-own pumpkin for every child and 30+ rides.

Illustration of a pumpkin patch with many orange pumpkins on curling vines, a red wheelbarrow, and a small wooden farm stand (Nottinghamshire 'Pick Your Own' Pumpkins)

Nottinghamshire 'Pick Your Own' Pumpkins

Oct 10 – Oct 31

Oxton 11 mi Free

Pick from thousands of pumpkins and squashes and enjoy tractor rides.

Sundown Adventureland

Oct 17 – Nov 1

Rampton 16 mi

Halloween event at a 50-acre theme park for under tens.

Illustration of glowing jack-o'-lanterns, candles, pumpkin seeds and small figures on a wooden table under string lights (Twinlakes Family Scream Park)

Twinlakes Family Scream Park

Oct 3 – Nov 2

Melton Mowbray 20 mi

Spooky family fun with pumpkin picking and no scares.

Halloween at the Farm!

Oct 24 – Oct 30

Farnsfield 10 mi

After-hours farm fun with late-night pumpkin picking and animal encounters.

Pups & Pumpkins

Thu, Oct 29

Newark 11 mi

Dog-friendly Halloween evening featuring pumpkin patch photo opportunities and dog treats.

Illustration of small costumed children and a witch on a sunny autumn lawn with pumpkins, hay bales and orange trees (Fun Farm Grantham Halloween Disco)

Fun Farm Grantham Halloween Disco

Fri, Oct 30

Grantham 13 mi

Glow-tastic disco with a fancy dress competition and free goodie bags

Illustration of a fall festival street with big pumpkins in front, striped booths, and small figures under orange trees (Attenborough Scarecrow Festival)

Attenborough Scarecrow Festival

Sep 26 – Sep 27

Beeston 21 mi Free

Village scarecrow trail celebrating 100 years of David Attenborough.

Autumn Glow Fun Run

Sat, Oct 3

Holme Pierrepont 15 mi $

Inclusive 5k glow run around the lake supporting Caudwell Youth.

Pumpkin Crafts at The Reading Room

Fri, Oct 30

Grantham 13 mi $

Self-led paper plate pumpkin crafting for children aged 0 to 6.

Illustration of costumed clay children and a witch playing among pumpkins, hay bales and tents on an autumn lawn (Disney Super Villains: Ultimate Halloween Party)

Disney Super Villains: Ultimate Halloween Party

Sat, Oct 24

Mansfield 16 mi

Interactive theatrical pirate academy and villain potion making for children.

Halloween Chocolate Making Workshop

Fri, Oct 30

Retford 18 mi $$

Make Halloween-themed chocolate truffles, cake pops, and shards to take home.

Illustration of clay kid characters, paper bats, cotton ghosts and pumpkins on a craft table with paint pots and bunting (Clay Pumpkin Workshop at Attenborough Nature Centre)

Clay Pumpkin Workshop at Attenborough Nature Centre

Sat, Sep 26

Attenborough 21 mi $$

Craft a terracotta pumpkin guided by ex-Denby Master Potter Sean Flint.

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 (Kids Spooky Story Writing Workshop)

Kids Spooky Story Writing Workshop

Wed, Oct 28

Grantham 13 mi $

Creative writing workshop crafting eerie characters and tales for ages 8–12.

Illustration of small costumed figures and a witch playing on a sunny lawn with pumpkins, hay bales, a tent and orange trees (Notts Halloween Party with Spiderman at Oceans of Fun)

Notts Halloween Party with Spiderman at Oceans of Fun

Fri, Oct 30

Hucknall 17 mi Free

Private soft play hire featuring a visit from Spider-Man.

Illustration of a child in a witch costume holding a pumpkin bucket on a leafy sidewalk lined with glowing houses at dusk (Rowley Jefferson's Halloween Party)

Rowley Jefferson's Halloween Party

Thu, Oct 29

Grantham 13 mi $

Spooky stories, games, and activities for Diary of a Wimpy Kid fans.

Illustration of a town square fall festival with striped pumpkin booths, costumed figures, and orange autumn trees (Spooky Stories at Lincoln Castle)

Spooky Stories at Lincoln Castle

Oct 24 – Nov 1

Lincoln 16 mi

Eerie half-term tales, castle exploration, and a themed activity sheet.

Illustration of a pumpkin patch full of orange pumpkins with two small farmers, red wheelbarrows and a farm stand (Bluebells School of Witchcraft and Wizardry Halloween Event)

Bluebells School of Witchcraft and Wizardry Halloween Event

Oct 24 – Oct 31

Derby 26 mi

Wizarding adventure featuring wand making, potion classes, and pumpkin picking.

Ripley Bonfire

Sat, Oct 31

Ripley 27 mi

Surrey bonfire celebration featuring a torchlit procession, fireworks, funfair, and live music.

Illustration of a miniature carnival at dusk with a glowing ferris wheel, a small carousel, game booths and jack-o'-lanterns (Fireworks Night & Fun Fair)

Fireworks Night & Fun Fair

Nov 6 – Nov 7

Derby 28 mi

Features a fireworks display alongside family fun fair rides.

Illustration of a sunny autumn lawn with pumpkins, hay bales, a small tent, a witch and costumed children under orange trees (Halloween Event at Yorkshire Wildlife Park)

Halloween Event at Yorkshire Wildlife Park

Oct 24 – Nov 1

Wakefield 30 mi

Live Halloween shows, creepy characters, and fairground rides alongside walkthrough wildlife.

Illustration of a Halloween craft scene with clay kids, a friendly ghost, bats and glowing pumpkins under party bunting (Kids Floral Pumpkin Workshop)

Kids Floral Pumpkin Workshop

Tue, Oct 20

Sileby 27 mi $$

Children decorate a pumpkin with fresh flowers, foliage, and seasonal materials.

Illustration of a ghost and a small witch carrying a pumpkin bucket on a sidewalk past glowing porches on an autumn street (Halloween Spooktacular Creative Workshop)

Halloween Spooktacular Creative Workshop

Fri, Oct 23

Quorn 27 mi $$

Children's craft workshop featuring slime making and treasure chest decorating.

Illustration of three costumed clay children and little ghosts at a table with pumpkins and decorated cookies in autumn light (Halloween Biscuit Baking at Green's Windmill)

Halloween Biscuit Baking at Green's Windmill

Nottingham 16 mi $

Spooky Halloween biscuit baking with themed cutters

Illustration of costumed clay children and a witch playing among pumpkins, hay bales and tents on an autumn lawn (Little Nature Tots Halloween Half Term Campfire Specials)

Little Nature Tots Halloween Half Term Campfire Specials

Main Rd 20 mi $$

Outdoor, all-weather nature play with Halloween campfire specials

Illustration of a pumpkin patch with many orange pumpkins, curling vines, a wheelbarrow and a small farm stand at dusk (Torchlit Pumpkin Picking at Bluebells Dairy)

Torchlit Pumpkin Picking at Bluebells Dairy

Derby 26 mi $$

Nighttime pumpkin picking with fire performers

Illustration of a purple path winding through autumn trees with glowing lanterns, small ghosts and jack-o'-lanterns (Witches & Wizards Magical Trail)

Witches & Wizards Magical Trail

North Anston 25 mi $$

Witches & Wizards Magical Trail with spooky characters and challenges.

Family-Friendly Fall Activities this weekend Oct 23–25

Fri23Oct Pumpkin Festival 2026Newark

Fri23Oct Halloween Spooktacular Creative WorkshopQuorn

Sat24Oct Halloween at the Farm!Farnsfield

Sat24Oct Disney Super Villains: Ultimate Halloween PartyMansfield

Sat24Oct Spooky Stories at Lincoln CastleLincoln

Sat24Oct Bluebells School of Witchcraft and Wizardry Halloween EventDerby

Other Halloween categories in Newark on Trent

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

Newark on TrentHalloween 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

Newark on TrentHaunted Experiences7 haunted attractions

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

Newark on TrentHalloween Movies, Theater, and Entertainment8 shows & screenings

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

Newark on TrentUnique Halloween Events23 unique events

About Family-Friendly Fall Activities in Newark on Trent

As Halloween approaches, Newark on Trent hosts numerous family activities. Events span various locations, from local farms offering pumpkin picking to larger attractions further afield in Nottinghamshire.

If you want indoor play, consider events like those at White Post Farm. For those venturing a little further, Nottingham Castle's Monster Mash or Sundown Adventureland’s Spooky Sundown provide popular outings.

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