Northampton Family-Friendly Fall Activities 2026

34 family-friendly fall activities in Northampton and nearby

Illustration of tiny clay musicians playing on a hay stage among pumpkins, bunting and striped booths in autumn (Holdenby House Fireworks Spectacular)

Holdenby House Fireworks Spectacular

Thu, Nov 5

Northampton $$

Features a low-noise children's show alongside the main fireworks and funfair.

Illustration of small costumed children and a witch on a sunny autumn lawn with pumpkins, hay bales and orange trees (3rd Oct 2026 - Pumpkins and Dinosaurs)

3rd Oct 2026 - Pumpkins and Dinosaurs

Sat, Oct 3

Northampton

Interactive dinosaurs visit alongside more than 90 varieties of pumpkins.

Illustration of a pumpkin patch with orange pumpkins, a red wheelbarrow, a wooden farm stand and two scarecrow figures (Kislingbury Sunnies and Spooks Pumpkin Patch)

Kislingbury Sunnies and Spooks Pumpkin Patch

Sat, Oct 3

Kislingbury

Over 20 pumpkin varieties, spooky trail, bale mountain, and play areas.

Illustration of small costumed figures and a witch playing on a sunny lawn with pumpkins, hay bales, a tent and orange trees (Northampton & Lamport Railway Halloween Weekend)

Northampton & Lamport Railway Halloween Weekend

Oct 31 – Nov 1

Lamport Railway

Spooky daytime and nighttime steam train rides for all ages.

Illustration of a pumpkin patch full of orange pumpkins on curling vines, with small figures, a wheelbarrow and a farm stand (Swithens Farm Pumpkin Festival by Day)

Swithens Farm Pumpkin Festival by Day

Oct 10 – Oct 31

Rothwell 13 mi

Tractor rides, pumpkin carving, spooky woods, and farm animal encounters.

Illustration of two tiny costumed figures near a flag among tall golden cornstalks, with small farm houses and pumpkins (Overstone Grange Farm Pumpkin Picking)

Overstone Grange Farm Pumpkin Picking

Sep 26 – Oct 31

Rushden 13 mi

Pick from 90 varieties of pumpkins across a 30-acre patch.

Halloween Half-Term

Oct 24 – Nov 1

Kettering 13 mi

Unlimited rides plus Zoolab's potions show and Halloween Haunt walkthroughs.

Illustration of a sunny autumn lawn with pumpkins, hay bales, a small tent, a witch and costumed children under orange trees (Pumpkin Farm Festival at Wappenham Farm)

Pumpkin Farm Festival at Wappenham Farm

Oct 10 – Oct 31

Towcester 12 mi

Explore a pumpkin patch, corn maze, and 3D spooky trail.

Pumpkin Party Night

Fri, Oct 23

Desborough 17 mi

Illuminated pumpkin patch with fire performers, live music, and troll meet-and-greets.

Illustration of a glowing ferris wheel, carousels, and pumpkins at a small carnival at twilight with tiny figures (Harborough Fireworks Spectacular)

Harborough Fireworks Spectacular

Wed, Nov 4

Market Harborough 18 mi $$

Features fireworks displays, a bonfire, funfair, and monster truck rides.

Illustration of small purple clay characters carving glowing jack-o'-lanterns on a wooden table with candles and seeds (Halloween Fun at Rockingham Castle)

Halloween Fun at Rockingham Castle

Oct 28 – Oct 31

Rockingham 20 mi

Pumpkin crossword trail, ghoulish games, and pumpkin rolling beneath the towers.

Halloween at Boughton

Oct 24 – Oct 31

Kettering 14 mi

Features a spine-tingling trail and pumpkins grown on the estate.

Illustration of a pumpkin patch with many orange pumpkins on curling vines, a red wheelbarrow, and a small wooden farm stand (West Lodge Farm Park Pumpkin Festival and Halloween Fun)

West Lodge Farm Park Pumpkin Festival and Halloween Fun

Oct 10 – Oct 31

Desborough 17 mi

Pumpkin picking, Wand School with Daisy the Witch, and farm fun.

Fright Fest

Wed, Oct 28

Rugby 22 mi $$

Inclusive family Halloween gathering featuring crafts, sensory fun, and pumpkin decorating.

Illustration of two clay kids and cotton ghosts around a craft table with painted pumpkins, paint pots and paper bats (Tots on Tuesdays - Halloween Spooks!)

Tots on Tuesdays - Halloween Spooks!

Tue, Oct 27

Coventry 25 mi $

Outdoor wildlife activities, crafts, and games for toddlers.

Illustration of costumed figures near striped booths and pumpkin displays on a grassy town square with orange autumn trees (Wildlife Watch: Halloween in the Woods)

Wildlife Watch: Halloween in the Woods

Mon, Oct 26

Coventry 25 mi $

Play outdoor games, craft magic potions, and learn about wildlife.

Illustration of costumed clay children and a witch playing among pumpkins, hay bales and tents on an autumn lawn (Low Noise Fireworks & Bonfire Party)

Low Noise Fireworks & Bonfire Party

Nov 6 – Nov 7

Desborough 17 mi

Family-friendly bonfire and low-noise fireworks kinder for young children and animals.

Illustration of two friendly ghosts in a cozy puzzle room with a wooden desk, bookshelves, a tall clock and small pumpkins (Halloween at Boo-letchley Park)

Halloween at Boo-letchley Park

Oct 26 – Oct 31

Milton Keynes 18 mi

Solve codes and ciphers across the site to uncover a mystery thief.

Illustration of a corn maze path with tall golden cornstalks, small costumed figures, a flag, pumpkins and a red barn (Freaky Fun Fest at Mead Open Farm)

Freaky Fun Fest at Mead Open Farm

Oct 24 – Oct 31

Billington 26 mi

Features a big top circus, two undercover haunts, and pumpkin picking.

Trick or Treat Tram

Oct 29 – Oct 31

Seaton 25 mi

Spooky 25-minute tram ride and witch activities at Colyton.

Illustration of clay figures in costumes mingling among striped market tents and pumpkin displays under orange autumn trees (Free Coventry Half Term Halloween Family Fun Day)

Free Coventry Half Term Halloween Family Fun Day

Fri, Oct 30

Coventry 28 mi Free

Halloween-themed games, treats, and activities with costumes encouraged.

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

Halloween Spooktacular and Pumpkin Patch

Kibworth Harcourt 22 mi $$

Homegrown pumpkin patch and carving station

Illustration of glowing carved jack o'lanterns, candles, and small figures with tools on a wooden table under string lights (Halloween Fun at Thrift Farm)

Halloween Fun at Thrift Farm

Whaddon 18 mi $$

Free homegrown pumpkin for every paying child

Illustration of a fall festival street with big pumpkins in front, striped booths, and small figures under orange trees (Spooky Halloween at Woburn Safari Park)

Spooky Halloween at Woburn Safari Park

Woburn 21 mi $$

Family-friendly Halloween fun with animal enrichment.

Illustration of small clay figures in costumes and ghosts painting pumpkins at a long table under bunting at dusk (Banbury Museum October Half Term Halloween Events)

Banbury Museum October Half Term Halloween Events

Banbury 22 mi $

Creative Halloween fun with art, crafts, and games

Illustration of two small costumed children and a witch among pumpkins, hay bales and autumn trees on a sunny lawn (Raver Tots Halloween Party Milton Keynes)

Raver Tots Halloween Party Milton Keynes

Wolverton 12 mi $$

Award-winning family dance party with top dance music acts.

The Boo Clue! Trail at Stowe House

Buckingham 15 mi $$

Spooky riddles and puzzles throughout historic Stowe House.

Illustration of a purple path winding through autumn trees with glowing lanterns, small ghosts and jack-o'-lanterns (Spirits of Stowe Halloween Trail)

Spirits of Stowe Halloween Trail

Buckingham 16 mi $$

Spooky Halloween trail with ghost spotting and puzzles

Illustration of a sunny autumn lawn with pumpkins, hay bales, a small tent, a witch and costumed children under orange trees (Bletchley Park October Half Term Fun)

Bletchley Park October Half Term Fun

Milton Keynes 18 mi $$

Interactive family activities and tours at a historic WWII site.

Illustration of costumed children and two witches on a lawn with pumpkins, a small tent and orange autumn trees (Halloween Disco at Wacky Warehouse)

Halloween Disco at Wacky Warehouse

Rushden 13 mi $

Halloween disco with a chance to win £300

DTCC Fireworks Night

Totternhoe 28 mi $$

Annual fireworks display with live DJ entertainment.

Illustration of a Halloween costume contest on a decorated barn stage with ghosts, a trophy table and pumpkins in front (Halloween Spooktacular at Buckinghamshire Railway Centre)

Halloween Spooktacular at Buckinghamshire Railway Centre

Quainton 26 mi $$

Interactive play and steam train ride with Dracula

Illustration of costumed clay children and a witch playing among pumpkins, hay bales and tents on an autumn lawn (Creepy Critters by Zoolab at Waddesdon Manor)

Creepy Critters by Zoolab at Waddesdon Manor

Aylesbury 27 mi $$

Interactive exotic animal encounters with a Halloween twist

Illustration of glowing jack-o'-lanterns, candles and scattered seeds on a wooden table under string lights at dusk (Halloween Makers Market at FarGo Village)

Halloween Makers Market at FarGo Village

Coventry 28 mi Free

Halloween-themed market with local makers and workshops.

Family-Friendly Fall Activities this weekend Oct 16–18

thru31Oct Overstone Grange Farm Pumpkin PickingRushden

thru31Oct Swithens Farm Pumpkin Festival by DayRothwell

thru31Oct Pumpkin Farm Festival at Wappenham FarmTowcester

thru31Oct West Lodge Farm Park Pumpkin Festival and Halloween FunDesborough

Other Halloween categories in Northampton

Illustration of a Halloween party at dusk with a ghost above string lights, two witches by a table, and glowing pumpkins

NorthamptonHalloween Food, Drink, and Parties11 parties & tastings

Illustration of a small haunted cottage with glowing windows, ghosts, pumpkins and a black cat under a big pale moon

NorthamptonHaunted Experiences9 haunted attractions

Illustration of a small ghost and a jack-o'-lantern performing on a stage with red curtains, watched by a crowd at dusk

NorthamptonHalloween Movies, Theater, and Entertainment6 shows & screenings

Illustration of friendly ghosts on small town rooftops with pumpkins and glowing windows as two witches fly past a full moon

NorthamptonUnique Halloween Events19 unique events

About Family-Friendly Fall Activities in Northampton

Northamptonshire embraces Halloween with many family-friendly events. For a significant attraction, consider Halloween at Rockingham Castle in Corby. If you prefer something closer to home, the Halloween Weekend at Northampton & Lamport Railway offers a local experience. Exploring beyond the immediate town provides further choices, from pumpkin patches to unique trails, each with its own Halloween twist for families.

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34 family-friendly fall activities in Northampton and nearby

Family-Friendly Fall Activities this weekend Oct 16–18

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