Spooks in the City: Monster Mash-up
Prepare for a 'Monster Mash-up' at Spooks in the City 2025! This Halloween event splits into two zones: St Davids Peculiar Place offers family fun with entertainment and roaming characters, while Amy Dillwyn Dark Park unleashes terrifying creatures and chilling sights for the brave. Don't miss the photo trail, costume contest, and tales of terror.
What to Expect
Dual-zone Halloween event with family and scare areas.
Event Details
Duration
5 hours
Ages
All ages
Timed Entry
No
Featured Performers
- The Invisible Man
- Cycling Sloths
- Dearly Beheaded
- Zombie Zumba
- Gentleman Chimps
- Giant Troll
- Demon
- Minotaur
- Dr Fly
- Long Armed Monsters
- Bigfoot
- Octopuss Hybrid
- Maleficent (host for Fancy Dress Competition)
Organizer
Swansea Council
Local Insight & Ratings
Scare Factor
Family Friendly
Best For
Halloween enthusiasts, families, thrill-seekers
Vibe
Spooky, festive, monstrous, entertaining
Energy Level
Moderate
Budget
$
Photo Friendly
High
Weather Sensitivity
Moderate
Location
Know Before You Go
- Tickets: FREE
- Pets: No pets allowed
Tips & Advice
- Arrive early for the family-friendly St David's Peculiar Place, especially if attending the 4:30 PM fancy dress competition, as it's popular.
- For a truly spooky experience, explore Amy Dillwyn Dark Park after dusk when the 'terrifying creatures and chilling sights' are most effective.
- Complete the Monster Mash-up Photo Trail by visiting all eight monsters across the three designated areas to enter the prize draw.
- Check the event schedule for specific times of 'tales of terror' talks and the fancy dress competition to plan your visit.
- Consider the event's 3 PM to 8 PM timing; it's ideal for families to enjoy the lighter activities before it gets fully dark and scarier.
Special Events & Promotions
- Monster Mash-up Photo Trail with prize draw
- Fancy Dress Competition with multiple categories and prizes
- Tales of terror talks by Mark Rees
Quick Actions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the two main areas of the event?
The event features St David's Peculiar Place, a family-friendly zone with entertainment and games, and Amy Dillwyn Dark Park, a scarier area with terrifying creatures and sights.
What kind of creatures will be roaming the event?
Expect to see a variety of characters including The Invisible Man, Bigfoot, a Giant Troll, Dr Fly, Long Armed Monsters, and many more.
Are there opportunities to win prizes?
Yes, you can enter a prize draw by completing the Monster Mash-up Photo Trail, and there are multiple categories for the Fancy Dress Competition with various prizes.
Is the event suitable for young children?
St David's Peculiar Place is designed for families and younger guests, while Amy Dillwyn Dark Park is noted as 'not for the faint of heart' and may be too scary for very young children.
What time does the event start and end?
The event runs from 3:00 PM to 8:00 PM on Saturday, October 25th.
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