Wigan's Halloween haunts exposed! Explore our guide to seasonal scares. Our guide illuminates Wigan's darkest delights for both seasoned shadow dwellers and those new to the night.
Popular events abound in the area, including the enchanting Luna’s Legendary Creature Halloween Trail at Chester Zoo, where visitors can embark on a whimsical adventure discovering magical creatures. If you’re looking for a spine-chilling experience, consider the immersive Scare City Experience, designed to frighten and thrill. And don't forget The Wizarding Adventure on East Lancashire Railway, an imaginative journey that transports you into a world of spellbinding fun. See more details on these and other fun events and activities below!
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Top Halloween Events In and Around Wigan
- Scare City Experience (Chorley)
- Luna’s Legendary Creature Halloween Trail at Chester Zoo (Chester)
- The Wizarding Adventure on East Lancashire Railway (Bury)
- Scare Skate (Manchester)
- Halloween at Bowland Wild Boar Park (Chipping)
- Halloween at Greenlands Farm Village (Carnforth)
- Spooky World (Cheshire)
- Ghoulish golf at Fairhaven Lake (Lytham St Annes)
- Halloween Pub Hike
- Halloween Play With Clay: Make a Ghost
See these and even more events listed below!
Wigan Area Haunted Experiences
Spooky World
What to Expect:
Offers a variety of themed nights and attractions suitable for different age groups, from fun family activities to terrifying experiences.
Description:
Spooky World is a Halloween-themed attraction designed for all ages, offering a variety of terrifying and fun experiences. The event includes attractions like Below Deck, The Institute, Evil Carnevil Field, and Screams Haunted Hayride. It also features different themed nights such as Scary Night for 16-year-olds and older, Spooky Night for 10-15 year olds, and Fun Day for children aged 4-11. The event takes place in Warrington and promises an unforgettable experience with its terrifying attractions and family-friendly activities.
Where: Cheshire | More Info: Spooky World
Scare City Experience
What to Expect:
An immersive scare event with live actors and horrifying SFX across 10 zones.
Description:
The Scare City Experience is a unique and terrifying horror attraction set in the abandoned Camelot theme park. This immersive event features live actors, intricate set design, and horrifying SFX across 10 zones, providing a truly unforgettable Halloween scare experience.
Where: Chorley | More Info: Scare City Experience
Family-Friendly Fall Activities Near Wigan
Luna’s Legendary Creature Halloween Trail at Chester Zoo
What to Expect:
Immersive Halloween trail featuring magical species and interactive activities.
Description:
This year, Chester Zoo presents Luna's Legendary Creature Halloween Trail, a spellbinding adventure that takes visitors through the zoo's Monsoon Forest habitat. Guests will encounter five magical species, including the rhinoceros hornbill, Sulawesi-crested macaque, and the huge Sunda gharial crocodile. The trail highlights the importance of protecting rainforests and features a unique quest to collect key words about each animal. Completing the trail rewards guests with spooky treats and a memorable experience.
Where: Chester | More Info: Luna’s Legendary Creature Halloween Trail at Chester Zoo
The Wizarding Adventure on East Lancashire Railway
What to Expect:
A magical interactive experience featuring a genuine heritage steam train and wizard-themed activities.
Description:
The Wizarding Adventure on East Lancashire Railway is a magical interactive experience where participants take lessons in broomstick basics, practice potion making, and learn incantations. The event includes a return trip on a genuine heritage steam train, approximately an hour and a half of wizarding activities, and plenty of photo opportunities. It's an enchanting experience suitable for all ages, especially students aged 5 to 12.
Where: Bury | More Info: The Wizarding Adventure on East Lancashire Railway
Halloween at Bowland Wild Boar Park
What to Expect:
A variety of Halloween-themed activities set in a natural, animal-filled environment.
Description:
Halloween at Bowland Wild Boar Park offers a fun-filled celebration with activities like pumpkin carving, daily fancy dress competitions, colouring competitions, scavenger hunts, face painting, and Halloween photo opportunities. The event also features an eBublio Bubble lady on the final day, making it a delightful experience for families and children.
Where: Chipping | More Info: Halloween at Bowland Wild Boar Park
Scare Skate
What to Expect:
A covered ice rink that supports environmental initiatives through a partnership with Everclime.
Description:
Skate Manchester is a festive ice rink located in the heart of Manchester at Cathedral Gardens. Open from November 8th to January 1st, 2025, this covered rink offers a magical skating experience regardless of the weather. The event supports environmental initiatives through a partnership with Everclime, donating 25p from every ticket to crucial environmental causes. The rink is open to the public, with sessions lasting 45 minutes and including skate hire. It's an ideal spot for families and friends to enjoy the festive season.
Where: Manchester | More Info: Scare Skate
Halloween at Greenlands Farm Village
What to Expect:
A variety of Halloween-themed activities including pumpkin picking and a zombie battle zone.
Description:
Halloween at Greenlands Farm Village offers a spooktacular experience with activities like pumpkin picking, a zombie battle zone, and a Halloween disco. The event also features a build-your-own bear station and other festive activities for all ages.
Where: Carnforth | More Info: Halloween at Greenlands Farm Village
Halloween Pub Hike
What to Expect:
A fully sign-posted, 5 km fundraising walk with a Halloween party finale.
Description:
Join the Wigan & Leigh Hospice for a spooky yet fun-filled Halloween Pub Hike on October 26, 2024. This 5 km walk starts in Astley, Tyldesley, and Atherton, finishing at the Roller Rink for a Halloween party. Participants are encouraged to dress up in costume and enjoy snacks and drinks at various venues along the route.
Where: Wigan | More Info: Halloween Pub Hike
Ghoulish golf at Fairhaven Lake
What to Expect:
Each playing adult receives a free Halloween Hot Drink, while younger golfing ghouls get spooky sweets.
Description:
Experience a frightfully fun time at Fairhaven Adventure Golf this Halloween season. The course is transformed into a spooky setting where petrified putters can hop off their broomsticks and enjoy a chilling challenge. Each playing adult receives a free Halloween Hot Drink, while younger golfing ghouls get spooky sweets. The event is open from October 19th to 31st, with usual opening times from 10am to 4pm, weather dependent.
Where: Lytham St Annes | More Info: Ghoulish golf at Fairhaven Lake
Halloween Play With Clay: Make a Ghost
What to Expect:
The opportunity to create your own Halloween-themed ghost using clay in a fun and creative workshop setting.
Description:
Join us for an hour-long workshop where you can get into the spooky spirit by making your own ghost using clay. You will be provided with clay and a variety of hand-building pottery tools, and you will learn how to create your very own Halloween-themed ghost. This fun and creative activity is perfect for all ages and is a great way to celebrate the Halloween season.