Autumn is here and the nights are drawing in… which means that Halloween is just around the corner! If you are looking for a bit of Halloween fun for you and the kids, here are some of the best Halloween events in Kent this year.
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Pumpkin Moon - Rainham
Pumpkin Moon Farms Pumpkin picking returns for October 2024
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Come with your family or friends for an autumnal outing to pick your own pumpkins. There are so many to choose from! There are over 100 varieties of pumpkin, squash and gourd from large warty ones, traditional orange ones or weird and wonderful ones in all shapes and sizes available.
Dates:
Saturday 12th – Sunday 13th October
Saturday 19th – Thursday 31st October
10am – 3.30pm (Gates close at 5pm)
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Halloween Spooktacular at Kent Life – Maidstone
25th  Oct 2023 – 1st November 2024
Get ready to have a blast at the Halloween festivities happening at Kent Life. The entire place will be decked out in spooky decor, creating an eerie atmosphere that is perfect for families.
Prepare yourself for exciting activities like pumpkin carving, a creepy corner for all your frightful delights, and fun farm rides that will surely keep you entertained. And don’t forget about the daily fancy dress competitions where you can show off your amazing costumes.
But the real question is: do you have what it takes to explore our historic houses during trick or treating? You never know who might be hiding behind those doors! So gather up your courage and join in on this thrilling adventure.
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Not So Scary Halloween Adventure – Cyclopark Gravesend
October Half Term
A Cyclopark Halloween adventure coming soon! Come dressed in your scariest outfit and sneak through the Halloween-themed play park! Expect to find creepy crawlies , real-life characters , and spooky interactions at our Not So Scary Adventure with your little ones!
This event is perfect for children under 8 - see more details regarding what to expect below:
• Ghost / Pumpkin Hunt
• Decorated play areasÂ
• Real life reptiles and creepy crawlies
• Halloween light and soundsÂ
• Children’s entertainment & activitiesÂ
• Popular film villain actors & moreÂ
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Halloween at Leeds Castle
Are you ready for an enchanting Halloween adventure unlike any other? Visit Leeds Castle this half term for a spellbinding experience that will ignite your imagination and leave you spellbound this autumn.
Welcoming back your favourite characters to Leeds Castle, meet them on a haunted Halloween quest, where young adventurers become spell seekers on a thrilling interactive journey through the mystical Leeds Castle estate.
As children embark on their adventure, they will be armed with a special quest sheet, guiding them through the sprawling grounds of the castle. Their mission? Embark on an epic quest to find Rocky, the Castle Stone Monster, and recover the six magical coloured stones! ​Follow the map, meet the Guardians, and complete the challenges to lift the curse and restore the castle walls before it’s too late. Will you save the castle before it crumbles beyond repair? The adventure awaits!
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Fenn Bell Conservation Project - Halloween
This event is frighteningly good value during the spooky season this year, as this Halloween event will be INCLUDED FREE with your entrance ticket, so get this experience booked into your calendar as it is running from the 26th October until 3rd November 2024.
Take a trip around the zoo and see if you can find the magic word to help release the Wizard. Watch out for the Witch though. Then take a trip on the Safari to find the Wizard and free him from the witch's prison.
Booking is not necessary, but is recommended to avoid disappointment!
Hever Castle, Edenbridge
Explore Hever Castle's grounds filled with spooky pumpkins and test your detective skills with a Halloween-themed word puzzle. You might even bump into Dr Frankenstein himself! Join the themed craft sessions for a hands-on Halloween experience.
Deal Castle
Dare to explore Deal Castle after dark this Halloween. Let storytellers guide you through chilling tales of ghosts and supernatural sightings. This event is for over 16s only.
Rare Breeds Centre, Ashford
Join Effel the witch for a magical potion show at the Rare Breeds Centre, and explore the spooky Touch and Sniff Stinkorium. Dress up for the fancy-dress competition and listen to pirate ghost stories.
Fort Amherst, Medway
Fort Amherst’s Halloween Horrors are back for their 41st year, known for being one of the most extreme Halloween attractions in Kent. If you’re looking for something truly terrifying, this is the place to be.
(Adults Only)
Chiddingstone Castle, Edenbridge
This Halloween invites you to uncover spooky mysteries with ghostly guides. Don’t forget to treat yourself to a themed menu at the castle’s tea room.
The Historic Dockyard, Chatham
Dive into the revolting side of history at The Historic Dockyard Chatham this Halloween. YuckYard will have you squirming with gruesome tales of historic diseases and stomach-churning cures from ages past.
Dover Castle
Gather your little monsters and head to Dover Castle for a spine-tingling adventure. Solve creepy clues on a quest and enjoy spooky stories that are sure to send shivers down your spine.
Walmer Castle
As the nights draw in, join ghost-hunting storytellers on a family-friendly walk through the shadowy gardens of Walmer Castle. Perfect for children aged 5-10, this light-hearted Halloween tour is a must for a little seasonal spookiness.
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