Free October Half Term Events Autumnal Adventures & Days Out
Lister Park Lantern Parade
1st November 2024
Organised by Cecil Green Arts and held in Manningham's scenic Lister Park, the annual Community Lantern Parade is truly a magical sight. As you wander through the park, enjoy a magical evening show where beautiful lanterns light up the night sky.
Moonlight On the Lake at Peasholm Park
25th and 26th October 2024
Animated Objects are thrilled to announce that Moonlight on the Lake will be returning to Peasholm Park this October. Bursting with colour and light and a wonderful way to spend an evening in the beautiful setting of this well loved park.
Haunted Halloween Hunt at Kirkstall Abbey
26th October to 3rd November 2024
Soak up the atmosphere of the former monastery as you follow the trail to seek out the creepy creatures, spooky statues and peculiar props that have turned up especially for Halloween.
Witches and Wizards at Pontefract Castle
30th October to 2nd November 2024
Make some fun themed crafts, learn to make some magical potions and take part in some witchy outdoor activities!
Out of the World 2024
27th October 2024
Back for a 10th year, Out of this World is a FREE family event celebrating all things otherworldly! Taking place across numerous locations in Sheffield City Centre, the event is for anyone who enjoys sci-fi, comic books, gaming, magic, illusion, Halloween and all things spooky.
Leeds Pumpkin Scare Trail
26th and 27th October 2024
A free family trail at Golden Acre Park, some charged activities and donations welcome for the local Leeds charities this event supports. Follow a trail of over 200 pumpkins.
Pumpkin Competition at Leeds City Museum
24th to 31st October 2024
Leeds City Museum’s ever-popular pumpkin competition is back for another hair-raising Halloween! Pick up a worksheet, draw your pumpkin design and post it in our letterbox. It can be spooky, scary, silly, or even abstract – it’s up to you.
Ripon Pumpkin Hunt
2024 Dates TBC
get into the Hallowe’en spirit this half term – Pumpkins are popping up all over our spooky city. Search the shop and cafe windows and complete the trail leaflet for a chance to win one of 3 cash prizes.
Hebden Bridge Pumpkin Trail
19th and 20th October 2024
This years theme is Pumpkins At The Pictures! Follow the trail across town to find all the different pumpkin scenes. At some scenes, there will be additional activities and crafts to get involved in too, so give yourself plenty of time to explore.
Autumn Daze at Peasholm Park
30th October 2024
'Autumn Daze' Festival will take place in the oriental themed Peasholm Park on Scarborough's north side and feature a whole range of free, autumn themed activities set against the colourful seasonal backdrop of the park's impressive woodland.
Magical Owl Trail at The Shambles MArket
28th October to 3rd November 2024
Discover ten uniquely designed owls, hiding in Shambles Market. The owls have been designed by illustrator and artist Rosalyn Burrows, known for her quirky designs and playful style.
Royal Armouries Mystery at the Museum
26th October to 3rd November 2024
Experience the Royal Armouries in a completely new way in this immersive challenge with a mysterious twist. Explore the museum, gather the clues and forensic evidence to work out the name of the culprit.
Forbidden Forest Trail at Cannon Hall Museum and Parkland
26th October to 3rd November 2024
Are you brave enough to step into the Forbidden Forest this October half term? Free fun at Cannon Hall Museum Park and Gardens.
Skipton Monster Trail
26th October to 3rd November 2024
Ten monsters are hiding around town, are you brave enough to find them!
Find the monsters and find the hidden word to be entered into a prize draw to win a Spooktacular prize!
Doncaster Creepy Carnival
25th October 2024
Head to Sir Nigel Gresley Square for a spooktacular Halloween event. Lots of family friendly entertainment will be on offer including a ghost train, fairground rides, themed shows, a thriller dance workshop and a pumpkin patch.
Huddersfield Pumpkin Trail
28th to 31st October 2024
Grab your trail sheet from the Hello Huddersfield Shop, download the Hello Huddersfield App and set off on a creepy quest to discover carved pumpkins hidden around town!
Actual Reality Arcade at Leeds Kirkgate Market
29th, 30th and 31st October 2024
The Actual Reality Arcade will be in the market kitchen area of the market, FREE to join in with a quiet hour from 10:30 to 11:30.