Newburn Unique & Unusual Halloween Events 2026

24 unique & unusual Halloween events in Newburn and nearby.

Newburn area residents can find Halloween activities stretching from local workshops like the Glass pumpkin demonstrations at National Glass Centre to ticketed events such as the Newcastle Castle Ghost Tour further afield.

Families might seek out outdoor attractions, while others might prefer indoor craft sessions.

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Illustration of two clay kids and cotton ghosts around a craft table with painted pumpkins, paint pots and paper bats (Halloween Pottery Workshop)

Halloween Pottery Workshop

Corbridge 11 mi $$

Handbuild a ceramic pumpkin, ghost, or witch's cauldron.

Illustration of glowing carved jack o'lanterns, candles, and small figures with tools on a wooden table under string lights (Pottery Pumpkin Workshop: Make Your Own Candle Holder)

Pottery Pumpkin Workshop: Make Your Own Candle Holder

Newcastle upon Tyne $$

Sculpt and carve a ceramic pumpkin tealight holder using pinch pot techniques.

Illustration of glowing jack-o'-lanterns, candles, pumpkin seeds and small figures on a wooden table under string lights (Ghost Incense Holder Pottery Workshop)

Ghost Incense Holder Pottery Workshop

Newcastle upon Tyne $$$

Sculpt and decorate a ceramic ghost incense holder with drifting smoke eyes.

Illustration of a clay kid in cat ears at a craft table with ghosts, pumpkins, paint pots and paper bats (Autumn Sustainable Pumpkin Planter Flower Arranging Workshop)

Autumn Sustainable Pumpkin Planter Flower Arranging Workshop

Ponteland $$

Craft a foam-free floral arrangement inside a reusable ceramic pumpkin planter.

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Newcastle Ghost Walks

Newcastle Upon Tyne 5 mi

Guided walking tour of Newcastle's haunted history meeting at Castle Keep

Illustration of a haunted stone house with glowing green windows beside a foggy dock where a ship carries ghostly shapes (Till Death Do Us Part Ghost Walk)

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Till Death Do Us Part Ghost Walk

Newcastle upon Tyne 5 mi

Newcastle's original haunted walking tour through historic castle grounds and execution sites.

Illustration of a Halloween town at twilight with glowing houses, jack o lanterns, ghosts, and a witch flying past the moon (Halloween Handbag Hounds Pup Up Cafe – Glasgow 🎃)

Halloween Handbag Hounds Pup Up Cafe – Glasgow 🎃

Glasgow 8 mi

Spooky off-lead cafe gathering for tiny dogs weighing six kilograms and under.

Illustration of three small ghost hunters with a flashlight and camera tripods in a dim hallway with pumpkins and a ghost (Ghost Hunting at Maple Terrace Masonic Hall)

Ghost Hunting at Maple Terrace Masonic Hall

Newcastle upon Tyne $$

Paranormal investigation inside a historic Masonic hall using ghost hunting equipment.

Illustration of three hooded ghost hunters with flashlights and a camera on a tripod near a small ghost among pumpkins (Ghost Hunt at The Barnes Institute)

Ghost Hunt at The Barnes Institute

Whitburn 15 mi $$

Paranormal investigation with equipment in a historic Victorian building.

Autumn Craft & Makers Fair

Washington 11 mi Free

Handmade stalls, crafty workshops, and live community entertainment under one roof.

Illustration of two hooded ghost hunters with a flashlight and camera on a tripod in a dim hallway beside a friendly ghost (Maple Terrace Ghost Hunt with Spirit Seekers)

Maple Terrace Ghost Hunt with Spirit Seekers

Newcastle upon Tyne $$

Paranormal investigation inside Northumberland's oldest purpose-built masonic hall.

Illustration of a town street at twilight with glowing windows, pumpkins, floating ghosts and a witch on a broom by the moon (Halloween Shopping Market)

Halloween Shopping Market

Stanley 7 mi Free

Dog-friendly indoor market featuring local stalls, face painting, and treats.

Illustration of white ghosts floating over houses with glowing windows and pumpkins, with a witch flying past a full moon (BareBones:HalloweenLifeDrawing)

BareBones:HalloweenLifeDrawing

Stanley 7 mi

Atmospheric guided nude life drawing evening including a seasonal cocktail.

Illustration of a Halloween town at night with glowing windows, pumpkins, floating ghosts and a witch flying past a full moon (Floral Pumpkin Workshop)

Floral Pumpkin Workshop

Stanley 7 mi

Craft a take-home floral arrangement with a Halloween welcome drink included.

Illustration of clay kid characters, paper bats, cotton ghosts and pumpkins on a craft table with paint pots and bunting (Pumpkin Flower Arrangement Workshop)

Pumpkin Flower Arrangement Workshop

Allensford 11 mi $$$

Craft a pumpkin floral centerpiece alongside an autumn cocktail and cheeseboard.

Illustration of small clay figures in costumes and ghosts painting pumpkins at a long table under bunting at dusk (Halloween Wreath Making at Souter Lighthouse)

Halloween Wreath Making at Souter Lighthouse

Sunderland 15 mi

Craft a crescent-shaped autumn wreath using dried botanicals and mini pumpkins.

Illustration of three costumed clay children and little ghosts at a table with pumpkins and decorated cookies in autumn light (Autumnal Faux Wreath Making Workshop 2026)

Autumnal Faux Wreath Making Workshop 2026

Newcastle upon Tyne 5 mi $$

Craft a reusable autumn wreath using faux flowers and foliage.

Illustration of small clay figures carving glowing jack-o'-lanterns on a wooden table with candles under string lights (Stained Glass Workshop - Halloween Pumpkin)

Stained Glass Workshop - Halloween Pumpkin

Newcastle upon Tyne 5 mi $$$

Learn copperfoil techniques to craft a handmade stained glass pumpkin.

Illustration of smiling ghost figures and a small costumed child beside pumpkins and paint cups on a wooden table (Luxury Gothic Autumn Wreath Workshop)

Luxury Gothic Autumn Wreath Workshop

Newcastle upon Tyne 6 mi $$$

Craft a statement autumn wreath with preserved florals and gothic accents

Illustration of a fall festival in a town square with a red roofed gazebo, striped booths, pumpkins and orange trees (Harvest Festival with Changing the Seasons Women's Circle)

Harvest Festival with Changing the Seasons Women's Circle

Newcastle upon Tyne 7 mi $$

First anniversary celebration featuring seasonal crafts, a shared feast, and meditation.

Illustration of a craft table with a glitter pumpkin, paint cups, a clay kid, a smiling ghost and a paper bat under bunting (Wonderful Wreaths Craft Workshop)

Wonderful Wreaths Craft Workshop

Tynemouth 12 mi $

Autumn wreath crafting workshop designed for neurodivergent adults.

Illustration of a Halloween town at dusk with glowing houses, pumpkins, floating ghosts and a witch flying past a full moon (Autumn Equinox Sunrise Session)

Autumn Equinox Sunrise Session

Sunderland 16 mi $$

Sunrise meditation, journaling, and charm crafting on Roker Beach.

Haunted Ghost Teacup Workshop

Newcastle upon Tyne 6 mi $$

Craft a glowing muslin ghost scene inside a vintage teacup.

Washington Ghost Walk

Washington 11 mi

Guided ghost walk with paranormal investigators

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Illustration of costumed clay children and a witch playing among pumpkins, hay bales and tents on an autumn lawn

Family-Friendly Fall Activities

1 of 23 Monster Mash Halloween Ball Newburn

Features games, a disco, and a costume contest with cash prizes.

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Illustration of clay figures in costumes and a floating ghost at a Halloween party with a punch bowl and glowing pumpkins

Food, Drink, and Parties

1 of 20 Tyne Valley Taproom Oktoberfest Stocksfield

Oktoberfest gathering with steins, lederhosen, and Bait Hus food.

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Illustration of a small cottage with glowing windows, ghosts, jack o'lanterns and a black cat among bare trees at twilight

Haunted Experiences

1 of 14 The Castle, Halton Ghost Hunt Halton

Investigate historic courthouse and 11th-century castle grounds.

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Illustration of a small character with arms raised on a stage with red curtains, glowing lanterns and a pumpkin audience

Movies, Theater, and Entertainment

1 of 13 Halloween at the Movies: O2 City Hall Newcastle Newburn

Live orchestral performance of Tim Burton and Halloween film soundtracks.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can kids come on ghost tours in Newburn?

Family-friendly early tours, usually the 7 pm slot, keep stories spooky but not graphic and welcome ages 8-plus; late-night tours lean into murder and macabre detail and often set 13+ or 18+ minimums. Check the tour's stated age guidance and pick the early slot for first-timers. Ninety minutes of night walking is the real limit for younger kids, so check the route length.

How should we dress for October outdoor events in Newburn?

October is the swing month: afternoon events can be warm while anything after sunset drops fast, so the answer is always layers, base, zip layer, packable shell, plus closed shoes for grass and gravel venues. Toss gloves and a beanie in the bag after mid-October for night tours and outdoor screenings. Check the hourly forecast at event time, not the daily high.

How do we plan around lantern parades and night processions in Newburn?

Stake out the route, not the staging area: arrive 30-45 minutes early at a mid-route spot with a wall or storefront at your back for kids' sightlines. Bring your own lantern or glow items only if the event invites it. Transit beats driving, since road closures wrap the route, and know the dispersal point so your group reunites after the crowd releases.

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