Oadby Unique & Unusual Halloween Events 2026

25 unique & unusual Halloween events in Oadby and nearby

Illustration of a Halloween town at night with glowing windows, pumpkins, floating ghosts and a witch flying past a full moon (Halloween Tattoo Bash 2026)

Halloween Tattoo Bash 2026

Oct 24 – Oct 25

Tamworth 24 mi

Annual tattoo convention featuring UK tattoo artistry, vendors, and Halloween thrills.

Museum of Curiosities

Nottingham 25 mi

Three floors of haunted dolls, skulls, and supernatural artifacts.

Leicester Witch Festival

Sat, Oct 31

Leicester $$

Witchcraft festival, market, and workshops at Leicester's historic Guildhall.

Craft & Art Fair

Sat, Oct 31

Leicester $

Over 50 curated local and regional craft makers and artists.

Witch Festival UK

Sat, Oct 31

Mountsorrel 9 mi $$

Magickal gathering featuring workshops, rituals, and market stalls in historic Guildhall.

Old Gresley Hall Ghost Hunt

Fri, Oct 23

Church Gresley 24 mi

Paranormal investigation inside a historic Grade II listed building.

Illustration of a small haunted cottage with glowing windows, ghosts, jack-o'-lanterns and a black cat under a pale moon (Galleries of Justice Ghost Hunt - Saturday 10th October 2026)

Galleries of Justice Ghost Hunt - Saturday 10th October 2026

Sat, Oct 10

Loughborough 24 mi

Investigate historic courtrooms, gaol cells, and medieval caves after dark.

Illustration of a skeleton drummer, a witch guitarist and a pumpkin headed band playing on an outdoor stage at night (Surya Rhythm Festival presents: Autumn Equinox - Lisa Knapp & Gerry Diver)

Surya Rhythm Festival presents: Autumn Equinox - Lisa Knapp & Gerry Diver

Sat, Sep 26

Whetstone 5 mi $$

Day of folk music, sound journeys, yoga, and courtyard dancing.

Artisan Autumn Fair 2026

Oct 3 – Oct 4

Woodhouse 11 mi $$

Artisan crafts, gifts, and food stalls inside a historic hall.

Illustration of white ghosts floating over houses with glowing windows and pumpkins, with a witch flying past a full moon (EastMidlands Autumn Car Event)

EastMidlands Autumn Car Event

Sat, Nov 7

Melton Mowbray 14 mi $

In-person automotive meet-up featuring classic rides and modern vehicles

Illustration of friendly ghosts on small town rooftops with pumpkins and glowing windows as two witches fly past a full moon (Candlelit Witch-Mark Tours)

Candlelit Witch-Mark Tours

Sat, Oct 31

Coalville 15 mi

Explore protective witch-marks and historical superstitions inside an ancient house.

Pumpkin Posies

Tue, Oct 20

Coalville 15 mi

Create a pumpkin flower arrangement and craft a protective corn amulet.

Illustration of costumed clay figures with frothy beer mugs and glowing jack-o'-lanterns at picnic tables in a night patio (Haunted Leicester Historical Pub Crawl)

Haunted Leicester Historical Pub Crawl

Sat, Oct 31

Leicester $$

Historical pub crawl visiting four taverns with medieval battlefield guides.

Halloween Quiz Night

Fri, Oct 30

Rugby 18 mi $

Horror-themed trivia night featuring prizes and book and film rounds.

Illustration of a smiling guide holding a glowing lantern on a cobblestone street with ghosts and pumpkins at dusk (Halloween Horror with Adam Wood)

Halloween Horror with Adam Wood

Fri, Oct 30

Coventry 22 mi

Historian Adam Wood shares real-life tales of terror from Coventry's past.

Illustration of a guide with a lantern on a cobblestone quay beside a boat of friendly ghosts under a full moon at dusk (Coventry Halloween Ghost Walk)

Coventry Halloween Ghost Walk

Sat, Oct 31

Coventry 22 mi $

Guided paranormal ghost walk through Coventry's historic streets and alleys.

Illustration of a Halloween craft scene with clay kids, a friendly ghost, bats and glowing pumpkins under party bunting (Autumn Wreath Making Workshop)

Autumn Wreath Making Workshop

Sat, Sep 19

Quorn 11 mi $$

Craft an autumn wreath with preserved foliage, seasonal decorations, and drinks.

Illustration of striped booths with pumpkins and costumed figures on a town street with orange autumn trees (Tipis at Whatton House & The Fable Yard Autumn Open Day 2026)

Tipis at Whatton House & The Fable Yard Autumn Open Day 2026

Sun, Sep 20

Loughborough 17 mi Free

Tour three styled giant tipis and licensed ceremony grounds.

Illustration of small clay figures in costumes and ghosts painting pumpkins at a long table under bunting at dusk (Autumn Glass Painting Workshop)

Autumn Glass Painting Workshop

Sat, Oct 3

Nuneaton 17 mi $$

Floral glass-painting workshop including all materials and a seasonal café treat.

Illustration of kids in costumes at a table with pumpkins, bowls of treats, and paper bats and bunting overhead (Beginner's Crochet Pumpkins Workshop)

Beginner's Crochet Pumpkins Workshop

Sun, Oct 4

Long Eaton 22 mi $$

All materials and equipment provided to craft a handmade autumn pumpkin.

Illustration of two clay kids and cotton ghosts around a craft table with painted pumpkins, paint pots and paper bats (Cosy Craft Club - Felted Pumpkin Garland Workshop)

Cosy Craft Club - Felted Pumpkin Garland Workshop

Thu, Oct 22

Amington 25 mi $$

Guided needle felting workshop with all crafting materials provided

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

Thee Halloween Freakshow

Sat, Oct 31

Nottingham 25 mi $$

Spooky Halloween bash featuring live acts and costumes in Nottingham.

Illustration of a Halloween town at dusk with glowing houses, pumpkins, floating ghosts and a witch flying past a full moon (Lantern Making Workshops)

Lantern Making Workshops

Oct 27 – Nov 14

Derby 28 mi

Craft sustainable willow and tissue paper lanterns with expert artists.

Illustration of clay figures shopping at striped market stalls piled with orange pumpkins under autumn trees and bunting (Autumn Book and Craft Market)

Autumn Book and Craft Market

Sat, Nov 7

Derby 28 mi Free

Book-related crafts and independent publishers hosted by Derby Book Festival.

Illustration of a small guide with a glowing lantern on a cobblestone street with pumpkins, ghosts and a stone bridge (The Great Leicester Ghost Hunt)

The Great Leicester Ghost Hunt

Leicester Free

Eight interactive ghostly encounters throughout the city.

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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

OadbyFamily-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

OadbyHalloween Food, Drink, and Parties16 parties & tastings

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

OadbyHaunted Experiences9 haunted attractions

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

OadbyHalloween Movies, Theater, and Entertainment12 shows & screenings

About Unique & Unusual Halloween Events in Oadby

Oadby's Halloween season extends across neighbouring towns, from Leicester's city centre events like the Haunted Historical Pub Crawl, to the family-friendly Artisan Autumn Fair near Woodhouse. You'll find a mix of ticketed spectacles and free local gatherings. Whether you seek immersive experiences a short drive away or something closer to home, this guide highlights various ways to celebrate the season.

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