5–31 Oct
Halloween Trail at Paxton House
Trails & hunts
- Paxton House, Berwick-upon-Tweed
- Ages 2–12
- Outdoor
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19 Halloween events in the North East
19 family Halloween events across 12 venues in North East England, 1 of them free. They run from Monday 5 October through to Halloween itself on Saturday 31 October, and 13 of them run on the night.
10 Oct – 1 Nov
Spookydorei Days
Days out & festivals
- Lilidorei at The Alnwick Garden, Alnwick
- Ages 2–12
- Indoor & outdoor
13–27 Oct
Potion Brewing & Wand Creation Class
Crafts & workshops
- Paxton House, Berwick-upon-Tweed
- Ages 5+
- Indoor
17 Oct – 1 Nov
Broomsticks and magic tricks family trail | October Half Term 2026
Trails & hunts
- National Trust - Washington Old Hall, Washington
- Ages 3+
- Outdoor
23–31 Oct
Spookydorei Nights
Days out & festivals · After dark
- Lilidorei at The Alnwick Garden, Alnwick
- Ages 11–15
- Indoor & outdoor
24 Oct – 1 Nov
Halloween half-term at Belsay Hall, Castle and Gardens
Trails & hunts
- Belsay Hall, Castle and Gardens, Morpeth
- Age not given
- Indoor & outdoor
24 Oct – 1 Nov
Halloween non-booking days at Ormesby Hall
Days out & festivals
- Ormesby Hall, Middlesbrough
- Age not given
- Indoor
24–31 Oct
Little Scare-lings 2026 at Dobbies Ponteland
Parties & discos
- Dobbies Garden Centre Ponteland, Newcastle upon Tyne
- Ages 3–10
- Indoor
24–31 Oct
Little Scare-lings 2026 at Dobbies Stockton
Parties & discos
- Dobbies Garden Centre Stockton, Stockton-on-Tees
- Ages 3–10
- Indoor
24 Oct – 1 Nov
October Half Term: Tales from the Shadows at Seaton Delaval Hall
Shows & stories
- National Trust - Seaton Delaval Hall, Whitley Bay
- Age not given
- Indoor
25 Oct · 11am
Halloween Spooktacular Fun Day
Days out & festivals
- Paxton House, Berwick-upon-Tweed
- Ages 3+
- Indoor & outdoor
25–31 Oct
Little Scare-lings 2026 at Dobbies Birtley
Parties & discos
- Dobbies Garden Centre Birtley, Newcastle-Upon-Tyne
- Ages 3–10
- Indoor
25 Oct · 10am
Pumpkins & Petals with Les Fleurs du Nord - Floristry Workshop
Crafts & workshops
- RSPB Saltholme, Middlesbrough
- Age not given
- Indoor
26 Oct – 1 Nov
The Famous Scarycrow Trail 2026
Trails & hunts
- Ford & Etal, Berwick-upon-Tweed
- Ages 2–12
- Outdoor
- Free
28–31 Oct
Halloween Evening
Days out & festivals · After dark
- Beamish - The Living Museum of the North, Stanley
- Age not given
- Indoor & outdoor
28–31 Oct
Halloween pre-booking days at Ormesby Hall 2026
Days out & festivals
- Ormesby Hall, Middlesbrough
- Age not given
- Indoor
29 Oct – 1 Nov
Grand Cinema: Hocus Pocus
Films
- Beamish - The Living Museum of the North, Stanley
- Age not given
- Indoor
Planning Halloween in the North East
What Halloween events are there for toddlers in the North East?
8 events in the North East suit toddlers aged 1 to 4.
- Halloween Trail at Paxton HousePaxton House, Berwick-upon-Tweed · 5–31 Oct · Ages 2–12
- Spookydorei DaysLilidorei at The Alnwick Garden, Alnwick · 10 Oct – 1 Nov · Ages 2–12
- Broomsticks and magic tricks family trail | October Half Term 2026National Trust - Washington Old Hall, Washington · 17 Oct – 1 Nov · Ages 3+
- Little Scare-lings 2026 at Dobbies PontelandDobbies Garden Centre Ponteland, Newcastle upon Tyne · 24–31 Oct · Ages 3–10
- Little Scare-lings 2026 at Dobbies StocktonDobbies Garden Centre Stockton, Stockton-on-Tees · 24–31 Oct · Ages 3–10
What free Halloween events are there for kids in the North East?
1 event in the North East is free to go to.
- The Famous Scarycrow Trail 2026Ford & Etal, Berwick-upon-Tweed · 26 Oct – 1 Nov
Where are the Halloween parties for kids in the North East?
3 Halloween parties and discos are on for kids in the North East.
- Little Scare-lings 2026 at Dobbies PontelandDobbies Garden Centre Ponteland, Newcastle upon Tyne · 24–31 Oct · Ages 3–10
- Little Scare-lings 2026 at Dobbies StocktonDobbies Garden Centre Stockton, Stockton-on-Tees · 24–31 Oct · Ages 3–10
- Little Scare-lings 2026 at Dobbies BirtleyDobbies Garden Centre Birtley, Newcastle-Upon-Tyne · 25–31 Oct · Ages 3–10
Are there Halloween trails for kids in the North East?
Yes — 4 Halloween trails and hunts are on in the North East.
- Halloween Trail at Paxton HousePaxton House, Berwick-upon-Tweed · 5–31 Oct
- Broomsticks and magic tricks family trail | October Half Term 2026National Trust - Washington Old Hall, Washington · 17 Oct – 1 Nov
- Halloween half-term at Belsay Hall, Castle and GardensBelsay Hall, Castle and Gardens, Morpeth · 24 Oct – 1 Nov
- The Famous Scarycrow Trail 2026Ford & Etal, Berwick-upon-Tweed · 26 Oct – 1 Nov
Where can kids do Halloween crafts in the North East?
2 Halloween craft sessions and workshops are on in the North East, including pumpkin carving where it is offered.
- Potion Brewing & Wand Creation ClassPaxton House, Berwick-upon-Tweed · 13–27 Oct · Ages 5+
- Pumpkins & Petals with Les Fleurs du Nord - Floristry WorkshopRSPB Saltholme, Middlesbrough · Sun 25 Oct · 10am · Age not given
What Halloween events are there for teenagers in the North East?
1 event in the North East is aimed at older children and teenagers.
- Spookydorei NightsLilidorei at The Alnwick Garden, Alnwick · 23–31 Oct · Ages 11–15
What's on for kids on Halloween night in the North East?
Halloween falls on Saturday 31 October this year, and 13 events in the North East are on that day.
- Halloween Trail at Paxton HousePaxton House, Berwick-upon-Tweed · Sat 31 Oct
- Spookydorei DaysLilidorei at The Alnwick Garden, Alnwick · Sat 31 Oct · 10am
- Broomsticks and magic tricks family trail | October Half Term 2026National Trust - Washington Old Hall, Washington · Sat 31 Oct · 11am
- Halloween at SaltholmeRSPB Saltholme, Middlesbrough · Sat 31 Oct
- Halloween half-term at Belsay Hall, Castle and GardensBelsay Hall, Castle and Gardens, Morpeth · Sat 31 Oct · 10am
What Halloween shows are on for kids in the North East?
2 Halloween shows, stories and screenings are on for kids in the North East.
- October Half Term: Tales from the Shadows at Seaton Delaval HallNational Trust - Seaton Delaval Hall, Whitley Bay · 24 Oct – 1 Nov · Age not given
- Grand Cinema: Hocus PocusBeamish - The Living Museum of the North, Stanley · 29 Oct – 1 Nov · Age not given
Are there indoor Halloween events for kids in the North East?
14 events in the North East are indoors — handy if the weather turns.
- Spookydorei DaysLilidorei at The Alnwick Garden, Alnwick · 10 Oct – 1 Nov
- Potion Brewing & Wand Creation ClassPaxton House, Berwick-upon-Tweed · 13–27 Oct
- Halloween half-term at Belsay Hall, Castle and GardensBelsay Hall, Castle and Gardens, Morpeth · 24 Oct – 1 Nov
- Halloween non-booking days at Ormesby HallOrmesby Hall, Middlesbrough · 24 Oct – 1 Nov
- Little Scare-lings 2026 at Dobbies PontelandDobbies Garden Centre Ponteland, Newcastle upon Tyne · 24–31 Oct
Are there evening Halloween events for families in the North East?
2 events in the North East run after dark.
- Spookydorei NightsLilidorei at The Alnwick Garden, Alnwick · 23–31 Oct · Ages 11–15
- Halloween EveningBeamish - The Living Museum of the North, Stanley · 28–31 Oct · Age not given
Looking for a pumpkin patch near the North East?
Every pick-your-own patch on this page, on its own, with opening dates, prices and what to bring.
