Winchester Unique & Unusual Halloween Events 2026

26 unique & unusual Halloween events in Winchester and nearby

Illustration of a boy holding a glowing lantern on a cobblestone street lined with lit houses, pumpkins and a full moon (Crime and Punishment in Winchester Walking Tour)

Crime and Punishment in Winchester Walking Tour

Sat, Oct 3

Winchester

Guided walking tour exploring historic prisons, notorious trials, and execution sites.

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

Adult Autumnal Wreath Making Workshop

Thu, Nov 5

Winchester $$

Craft an Autumn Tree of Life wreath using natural woodland materials.

Illustration of a witch in a pointed hat laying out tarot cards by a crystal ball, with candles, books and pumpkins (The Holistic Wellness Halloween Mind Body Spirit Event)

The Holistic Wellness Halloween Mind Body Spirit Event

Sat, Oct 17

Colden Common $

Features over 45 holistic stallholders, readings, healing therapies, and workshops.

Illustration of smiling ghost figures and a small costumed child beside pumpkins and paint cups on a wooden table (Paint with Pals - Halloween Special at The SP Bar)

Paint with Pals - Halloween Special at The SP Bar

Wed, Oct 28

Andover 13 mi $$

Freestyle Halloween painting night with art supplies provided.

Illustration of small clay figures in costumes and ghosts painting pumpkins at a long table under bunting at dusk (Art for All: Autumn Watercolour Vignettes)

Art for All: Autumn Watercolour Vignettes

Tue, Oct 27

Southampton 11 mi

Explore wet-on-wet watercolour techniques inspired by the autumn season.

Illustration of a small guide with a glowing lantern on a cobblestone street with pumpkins, ghosts and a stone bridge (Torchlight Tour with Andy Skinner: Spooky & Scary Southampton)

Torchlight Tour with Andy Skinner: Spooky & Scary Southampton

Tue, Oct 27

Southampton 12 mi

Explore hidden vaults and ancient walls hearing spooky Southampton history.

Illustration of two hooded ghost hunters with a flashlight and camera on a tripod in a dim hallway beside a friendly ghost (Paranormal Investigation of the Brickworks Museum)

Paranormal Investigation of the Brickworks Museum

Oct 10 – Oct 11

Bursledon 12 mi

Conduct lone vigils, EVP, and dowsing experiments across Victorian machinery.

Illustration of three small ghost hunters with a flashlight and camera tripods in a dim hallway with pumpkins and a ghost (Paranormal Investigation of Merchistoun Hall)

Paranormal Investigation of Merchistoun Hall

Oct 3 – Oct 4

Horndean 17 mi

Small-group paranormal research investigation inside a Grade II listed hall.

Illustration of a clay witch in a pointed hat laying out tarot cards at a small round table inside a candlelit tent (The Halloween Witchy and Spiritual Workshop)

The Halloween Witchy and Spiritual Workshop

Sat, Oct 31

Colden Common $$

Features spell jar making, cord cutting, tarot readings, and palmistry.

Illustration of white ghosts floating over houses with glowing windows and pumpkins, with a witch flying past a full moon (Halloween Wellness Fayre 2026)

Halloween Wellness Fayre 2026

Sat, Oct 10

Romsey 10 mi Free

Handmade crafts, wellness products, card readings, and a visiting masseur.

Autumn Wreath Workshop

Sun, Oct 18

Warsash 14 mi $$

Hands-on crafting session with all materials provided to make seasonal decor.

Ghost Hunt at Wymering Manor

Sep 19 – Sep 20

Cosham 18 mi $$

Paranormal investigation inside Portsmouth's oldest timber-framed building.

Paint with Pals - Halloween Special

Fri, Oct 23

Old Basing 18 mi $$

Paint canvases or Halloween MDF decorations at a riverside pub.

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

Ghost Hunt at The Diving Museum

Oct 31 – Nov 1

Gosport 20 mi $$

Paranormal investigation inside the newly refurbished Diving Museum.

Illustration of a town street at twilight with glowing windows, pumpkins, floating ghosts and a witch on a broom by the moon (Rustic Autumn Paint and Draw Workshop - 6-16yrs)

Rustic Autumn Paint and Draw Workshop - 6-16yrs

Thu, Oct 22

Farnham 25 mi

Autumn nature painting and drawing workshop for ages 6 to 16.

Illustration of a Halloween town at dusk with glowing houses, pumpkins, floating ghosts and a witch flying past a full moon (Screen Print your own Halloween Trick or Treat Bag - 6+ yrs)

Screen Print your own Halloween Trick or Treat Bag - 6+ yrs

Mon, Oct 26

Farnham 25 mi

Design and print a custom canvas trick-or-treat tote bag.

Illustration of a Halloween town at night with glowing windows, pumpkins, floating ghosts and a witch flying past a full moon (Needle Felt Autumn Leaves Workshop)

Needle Felt Autumn Leaves Workshop

Sun, Oct 4

West End, Southampton 8 mi

Autumn craft workshop hosted by Mel with materials and refreshments provided.

Illustration of glowing jack-o'-lanterns, candles, pumpkin seeds and small figures on a wooden table under string lights (Pumpkin Flower Arrangements with Victoria Goss)

Pumpkin Flower Arrangements with Victoria Goss

Sat, Oct 17

Southampton 11 mi

Craft a seasonal flower arrangement inside a fresh pumpkin vase.

Illustration of a Halloween town at twilight with glowing houses, jack o lanterns, ghosts, and a witch flying past the moon (Whitelands Autumn Work-Party 2026)

Whitelands Autumn Work-Party 2026

Sat, Oct 24

Weston 16 mi Free

Woodland volunteer day with track clearing, dead hedging, and provided lunch.

The Southampton Ghost Walk

Thu, Oct 1

Southampton 12 mi

Immersive ghost walk through medieval streets and ancient city walls with actors.

Illustration of a haunted mansion with glowing windows and tiny ghosts at dusk, with jack-o'-lanterns and bats nearby (Ghost Stories from Netley Abbey)

Ghost Stories from Netley Abbey

Wed, Oct 14

Netley Southampton 13 mi

Theatrical ghost walk through dimly lit ruins infused with hangman's humour.

Illustration of friendly ghosts on small town rooftops with pumpkins and glowing windows as two witches fly past a full moon (Gilbert's Garden: Kitchen Garden Harvest Day)

Gilbert's Garden: Kitchen Garden Harvest Day

Thu, Sep 17

Selborne 16 mi

Watch heritage vegetables harvested and talk with the kitchen garden team.

HALLOWEEN SPECIAL

Oct 24 – Nov 1

Ringwood 28 mi

Outdoor woodland laser tag featuring spooky combat game modes like Zombies.

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Winchester Ghost Tour

Winchester $$

Winchester's original theatrical ghost tour

Winchester Halloween Ghost Walks

Winchester $$

Explore Winchester's spooky history with expert local guides.

Illustration of a small clay guide holding a lantern on a cobblestone street at dusk, with friendly ghosts nearby (Theatre of Dark Encounters Ghost Tour)

Theatre of Dark Encounters Ghost Tour

Catisfield 14 mi $

Immersive ghost tours in historic haunted locations.

Unique & Unusual Halloween Events this weekend Oct 23–25

Fri23Oct Paint with Pals - Halloween SpecialOld Basing

Sat24Oct Whitelands Autumn Work-Party 2026Weston

Sat24Oct HALLOWEEN SPECIALRingwood

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Illustration of small costumed children and a witch on a sunny autumn lawn with pumpkins, hay bales and orange trees

WinchesterFamily-Friendly Fall Activities41 family events

Illustration of a Halloween gathering at dusk with a smiling ghost, costumed figures, glowing jack-o'-lanterns and lights

WinchesterHalloween Food, Drink, and Parties21 parties & tastings

Illustration of a small cottage with glowing windows, ghosts, jack o'lanterns and black cats under a full moon at dusk

WinchesterHaunted Experiences9 haunted attractions

Illustration of a pumpkin character and a ghost performing on a lit stage with red curtains before a crowd at night

WinchesterHalloween Movies, Theater, and Entertainment8 shows & screenings

About Unique & Unusual Halloween Events in Winchester

Winchester's Halloween celebrations extend beyond the city center, with events dotted across surrounding areas. From the heart of Winchester to the wilds of Alice Holt Forest, there's a spectral adventure awaiting.

For a classic ghost story experience right in town, consider the Winchester City Guides' Halloween Ghost Walks. If a slightly more adventurous outing is preferred, or if you're heading further afield to places like Salisbury, you'll find more tales from the other side.

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