The October Half Term holiday falls just before Halloween and there are lots of spooktacular events happening in Surrey. If you’re looking for ideas of what to do with the kids over October Half Term and family friendly Halloween events, then look no further. Just click on any of the links in red for more information. There’s also a handy guide for Berkshire too if you’re looking to venture a little further.
If you’re looking for WHERE TO GO PUMPKIN PICKING go straight to the PYO pumpkin patch guide.
SPOTLIGHT – Howl’O’Ween at Chessington World of Adventures 5th – 6th, 12th – 13th + 19th – 3rd November
Things are getting spoOoky once again at Chessington this October, with a Fa-BOO-lous Halloween event for the whole family! With spellbinding Halloween entertainment, the return of Enchanted Hollow – Trick or Treat, theme park rides at dusk and Halloween fancy dress competitions.
October Half Term Activities in Surrey 2024
Halloween Trail at Kew (Richmond) 18th October – 1st Nov
FREE Halloween Wizard School in Aldershot 26th October + Farnborough 27th October
For lots of freakishly FREE fun this October half term, enrol at the wander-ful wizard school and enjoy a FREE spellbinding day out in Aldershot on 26th October and Farnborough on 27th October.
Young witches and wizards will learn to fly a broomstick, encounter creepy cauldrons, craft a magical wand, cast mischievous spells, take part in a monster dance class, join in with spooky stories and seek out the frightful face painters!
Sports Generation half term holiday intensive swim lessons (multiple locations around Surrey with warm luxurious swimming pools)
Halloween on the Priory Farm Estate (Redhill) from 4th October
Low Bang Fireworks at Godstone Farm (Godstone) 26th – 27th October
With less noise than a traditional display, this Surrey fireworks event is the ideal choice for little or sensitive ears. Enjoy our unforgettable pre-show entertainment while you’re waiting to be wow-ed by the bright lights and sparkles!
October Half Term Activities at Watts Gallery (Guildford) 26th October – 3rd November
Explore the enchanting exhibition Flower Fairies, followed by a Tree Fairy Trail across the site.
Witches & Wizards Week at Bockett’s Farm (Fetcham, Leatherhead) 26th October – 3rd November
Bockett’s Farm have a packed programme of spooky kids October half term activities. Encounter reptiles, science & slime shows, tractor trailer rides, spooktacular Halloween trail and pumpkins on sale all week too.
Owl’oween at Birdworld (Farnham) 26th October – 3rd November
Songs, storytelling, Halloween fun, pumpkins and crafts.
Munchkins Play Cafe Halloween Party (Byfleet) 31st October
Packed full of Halloween activities for little ones from messy play, crafts, biscuit decorating, music, games and a disco at the afternoon session.
Hobble’Ween at Hobbledown (Epsom) 12th + 13th, 19th + 20th, 26th October – 3rd November
There’s only one place to be this October Half Term and it involves spooky science workshops, pumpkin trails, a Halloween show and monster ball
Autumn Family Day at The Lightbox (Woking) 30th October
The autumn Family Day to be inspired by Halloween and the changing of the season. A day full of activities and play. Also making Halloween themed cones to hold your treats.
Zoolab Trail at Painshill (Cobham) 26th October – 3rd November
Can you find all the spooky creatures as you explore Painshill?
October Half Term Activities at Brooklands Museum (Weybridge) 31st October
Brooklands Musem have got October half term sorted with a wide range of activities for kids. From an activity trail to vintage bus rides and more.
Halloween Trail at Claremont (Esher) 10th October – 3rd November
Grab your broomstick and join Claremont’s Wandering Witch and her merry band of goblins, pixies and other magickal creatures for an adventure packed family trail around the garden this October half term. Each of the magickal creatures share their favourite lesson from ‘Magical School’, which will your favourite be?
October Half Term Fun at Elm Nursery (Sutton Green, near Guildford) 21st – 31st October
Enjoy freaky scenes and ghost hunting on the children’s farm at Elm Nursery this October Half Term. See the animals and the freaky scenes, hunt for ghosts, complete the challenge and collect your prize! There is also a fancy-dress competition and homegrown pumpkins to buy.
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