Top Halloween Events Across Wales and the South West
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Looking for the best Halloween events this October? From family fun to late-night scares, here are our top picks for spooky days out and fright-filled nights to get you in the mood for fright night.
Techniquest Spooky Science
Cardiff’s Techniquest is bringing science with a spooky twist this Halloween. Families can enjoy hands-on exhibits, creepy crafts, Ghoul School live shows and planetarium sessions all half term. On 25 October there’s a special Halloween Party, while adults can join the over-18s Shocktober Fest on 30 October with science shows, themed food and drinks, and fancy dress fun.
Super Natural Halloween
From 25 Oct – 2 Nov, discover nature’s magic at Llanelli Wetland Centre. Families can enjoy potion-making, wand-crafting, fungi hunts, minibeast trails and owl pellet dissections, plus a fancy dress competition on 31 October. A perfect Halloween day out in South Wales for curious kids and wildlife lovers.
Monsters of the Mine at Zip World Tower
One of South Wales’ most terrifying attractions returns 10 Oct – 2 Nov. Set on the haunting grounds of a former coal mine, Monsters of the Mine combines live scare zones with adrenaline rides like the Phoenix zip line, Terror Coaster and Cursed Climber. Expect high-octane thrills, nightmarish creatures and an atmosphere that’s pure Halloween horror.
Symphony of Shadows
On 30 October, the BBC National Orchestra of Wales hosts its Halloween Spooktacular at Wales Millennium Centre. Expect film favourites like Harry Potter, Doctor Who, E.T. and Jaws in a family-friendly concert of music, mystery and mayhem.
Halloween at The Morbitorium
For something truly eerie, visit The Morbitorium in South Wales. Explore real skulls, taxidermy, lobotomy tools and haunted objects in a gothic cabinet of curiosities. With after-dark sessions and a gift shop full of witchcraft supplies, it’s the perfect Halloween haunt for adults.
Family Frights at Gower Fresh
From 25–31 October, Gower Fresh Christmas Trees hosts the Monsters Ball – a glow and foam party led by Beetlejuice and Dracula. Expect spooky fun, pumpkin patch entry, reindeer meet-and-greet and Halloween entertainment for all ages.
Spooky Speed in Carmarthen
The Land of Speed Museum adds a spooky twist to Carmarthen’s motoring history this Halloween. A family-friendly mix of cars, racing heritage and Halloween fun.
Halloween Nights at St Fagans
From 29–31 October, St Fagans National Museum of History transforms after dark. Enjoy spooky storytelling, creepy crafts, scare zones and folklore, plus the burning of the mighty Wicker Man each night. With food stalls and family activities, it’s one of Wales’ most atmospheric Halloween events.
Wake The Tiger's Fear Soup
Running 1 Oct – 2 Nov in Bristol, Wake the Tiger’s Fear Soup brings interactive art installations, surreal adventures and beastly encounters to the world’s first Amazement Park. Expect Halloween creativity at its most imaginative.
Magic & Mayhem in Merthyr Tydfil
On 31 October, Merthyr town centre hosts a Halloween celebration with walkabout performers, face painting, jugglers and spooky street entertainment for families.
Halloween Mystery at National Waterfront Museum
Swansea’s Waterfront Museum presents Louby Lous Interactive Storytelling 31 Oct – 1 Nov. An interactive show with puzzles, clues and a dash of magic for ages 7+.
Spooks in the City
On 25 October, St David’s Place in Swansea comes alive with Halloween fun. Enjoy live performances, creepy crafts, face painting and plenty of family entertainment from 11am–4pm.
