With Halloween and half term just around the corner, it’s time to start planning how to spend the season with your kids.
No matter how old your children are, there’s an event to ensure that every age can be immersed in the joyous jovialities of the season.
Have a look through these 27 Halloween events to find a fantastically fun way to spend time with the children in your family.
21. Beastly Bugs for Halloween at The Argory: October 28-31, Moy
If you have a creepy crawly-loving child, then Beastly Bugs for Halloween at The Argory is an event you need to check out in Moy whilst it’s on from October 28-31. Send your little ones off to climb their way through a maze made of spider webs, set off on a pest quest and identify all the live bugs that can be found. For more information, go to nationaltrust.org.uk/the-argory/events Photo: DiscoverNI
22. Halloween Hooley @ Larne Town Park: October 29, Larne
Dress up ready for the return of the Halloween Hooley in Larne Town Park on October 29 and prepare yourself for lots of creepy encounters during the day. The theatre stage will feature several special effects as well as a bespoke show, The Time Travellers’ Halloween Adventure, that promise an exciting afternoon of festive fun. For more information, go to midandeastantrim.gov.uk/halloween-hooley-at-larne-town-park Photo: DiscoverNI
23. Halloweena @ The People’s Park: October 30, Ballymena
Another puntastic event, Halloweena is back for 2024, bringing free fun for the whole family to The People’s Park in Ballymena on Wednesday 30 October. Running from 6pm-8.30pm, there is something for everyone to enjoy, including delicious food ranging from sweet treats to filling meals that you and your loved ones can munch on. For more information, go to midandeastantrim.gov.uk/halloweena Photo: unsplash
24. Spooky Crafts Workshops: October 31, Bellaghy
Parents of seven-11 year olds who love getting hands on with activities, the Spooky Crafts Workshops at Seamus Heaney HomePlace could be the Halloween activity for you. See how creative your little one can be with curating exquisite bats and spiders from an array of materials provided upon arrival. For more information, go to seamusheaneyhome.ticketsolve.com/ticketbooth/shows Photo: Seamus Heaney HomePlace website