For a round up of the latest Halloween events in Yorkshire for 2025 (or more specifically within an hour of Skipton) then look no further!
Halloween and October half term events are being advertised earlier with lots already selling out. Here though you will find a mix of some of those large scale events that we recommend but more importantly the smaller local events that need your support.
Halloween doesn’t need to be expensive though. Don’t forget there are also gorgeous autumn walks, pumpkin crafts and plenty of dressing up and decorating that cost very little when you get a little bit thrifty.
Make those amazing memories at these Halloween events in Yorkshire this year!
Also, if Halloween is not your thing then there are still lots of events happening this October. Scroll down to the bottom to find out more or head over to our ‘Days Out’ pages to get some inspiration.
Halloween events in Yorkshire 2025
Low cost events
Birchfield Farm Pumpkin Festival
Back again this year the Birchfield Pumpkin Festival is our favourite pumpkin patch. It is opening from 27th September daily through October. There is no requirement to book, however check social media the weekends around half term as this may change. The pumpkin patch is bigger and better than ever with lots of photo opportunities. It is free to enter, you only pay for the pumpkins you pick. There are some additional activities at the patch that are an additional charge; NEW for 2025 is the barrel ride, plus there is the pumpkin shy and corn blaster.
Brichfield is a family run working farm located between Harrogate and Pateley Bridge (postcode is HG3 4JS). If you did want to visit the farm attraction then this is well worth it. With animals, go karts, bouncy castles, indoor and outdoor playgrounds, woodland activities and outdoor games. You can easily spend a full day there. They make and serve their own ice cream too in the cafe & parlour, which is a must try.
Hesketh Farm
Hesketh Farm, Bolton Abbey is celebrating Halloween over half term from Saturday 25th October. After that the farm will close for the Winter months. You do not need to pre-book tickets, you can just turn up.
Expect a Halloween grotto, pumpkin carving (pumpkin provided), a witch hunt and decorations galore. This is all included with the general admission so you will be able to play at the farm, indoor and outdoor, as well as see all the animals. Hesketh again is a great day out – read our full review here of a day at the farm.
Bolton Abbey Pumpkin Trail
Now this is a halloween events in Yorkshire that everyone has heard of. Back again for another year, the Bolton Abbey Halloween trail runs from Saturday 25th October at The Cavendish / Riverside and goes up through Strid Wood along a pram friendly route. Pre-booking is essential – booking is per car. Follow the pumpkins to find the clues that are hidden in mystery boxes. These will help you to solve the puzzle.
If you are feeling very energetic you can also tag on the Welly Walk from the Priory as this is open until the end of October.
Billy Bob’s Fall & Halloween Festival
Every year Billy Bob’s, near Bolton Abbey go all out on their Fall decor in true USA Pumpkin Patch style with cute photo op’s aplenty. You will find a Candy Scramble (pay extra), Carnival Games, visits with Hilda the Friendly Witch in her Crooked Hovel, get spooked in the Haunted Trail (pay extra) and take home a pumpkin to carve (pay extra). There will be spooky treats available to eat too in the Diner. Booking is a necessity since they fill up fast. Decorations will be up from the 27th September. With events on every weekend and then daily through the half term holiday. Play in the barns is limited to 1 hour and for diners only (at weekends and holidays) at £3 per child. There will also be a number of toddler only sessions in the week to ensure it’s a little less rowdy for them!
Monk Park Farm’s Wizard Academy
This Halloween… Wizard Academy is back at Monk Park Farm, near Thirsk! Dust off your cloaks and polish your wands, it’s time to return to magic school throughout October half term!
Step into a spellbinding world where young witches and wizards-in-training can take part in a magical adventure full of fun, laughter, and a little bit of mischief. What’s Included: Broomstick Flying Lesson – learn to mount, ride and fly (well… almost!) like a true witch or wizard. Create Your Own Wand – craft a unique wand, ready to channel your magical powers. Potion Class – discover the secrets of spellbinding brews and mix up your own magical potion. Play a Game of Squidditch – battle it out in this fast-paced wizarding sport. The Tough Wizard Tournament – put your skills to the test in challenges designed to find the bravest young wizard. Graduation Ceremony – complete your day as you graduate from Wizard Academy and celebrate your new magical status.
Plus, your ticket includes full-day Farm Admission, with all the animals, play areas, and woodland walk to enjoy.
Also available this year is the Great Yorkshire Pumpkin Patch (separate event but tickets can be combined/upgraded). The patch is open every weekend in October and daily in half term. Wander through the patch to find your perfect pumpkin, snap some seasonal selfies at the Insta-worthy photo spots, and explore the Pumpkin Market bursting with tasty treats and autumnal goodies. There’s a Pumpkin Carving Station and plenty of Carnival-style games, festive displays, and cosy autumn vibes to make this a must-do day out.
Spilmans Pumpkin Festival
Spilmans Pumpkin Patch, near Thirsk is huge with 175,000 pumpkins, squashes and guords available to pick in the patch!
The pumpkin festival is bigger and better than ever with other activities available: Tractor ride, Spooky walk, Giant pipe rolling, NEW Giant Maize Pit, NEW Jumping Pillow, NEW Scare School with Professor Frightingale, Pumpkin slingshot, Corn cannon, Barrel train, bale mountain, giant slide, photo opportunities galore and the BB machine gun range. There will be a ‘Spilmans Got Talent: Spooky Spectacular’ show, a brand new Halloween fancy dress disco with Skelebones plus lots of Halloween walkabout characters.
The pumpkin festival runs every weekend from 27th September then daily from 24th to 31st October. You do need to pre-book tickets however, entry does include a £5 voucher to spend.
In addition there are pumpkin nights with live music on 11th, 17th, 18th and 24th October plus a fireworks extravaganza on 25th and 25th October.
Stump Cross Caverns
Throughout half term enjoy all the fun of the caves with interactive workshops, geode cracking, fossil digs and cave tours but with the added spook factor.
The Legend of the Crystal Cavern Witch spooky trail is on this half term. Long ago a witch made her home in the twisting passages of Stump cross Caverns but she was jealous of the glittering crystals so cast a spell tapping their magic forever. Since then, the crystals have sparkled in full and the caverns remain under her shadowy watch…. but there is hope. Each riddle solved by a brave visitor weakens her curse. When the last puzzle is cracked, her power will shatter… Outsmart the witch the half term, solve the riddles and break the curse!
Also available is the UV cave tour (after 3pm) and Cosmic Adventures Workshop! This 1 hour session, daily is an exciting family friendly event to explore the mysteries of space and constellations with hands on activities.
Lots of Halloween treats on offer for a spectacularly spooky Halloween.
Mother Shipton’s Creepy and Kooky
Mother Shipton’s Creepy and Kooky event is the ultimate destination for those seeking the spookiest family-friendly Halloween experience. Prepare to be bewitched, amazed, and thoroughly entertained in equal measure. Running from Saturday 25th October to Sunday 2nd November.
This year Creepy and Kooky is an event inspired by the world’s most delightfully dark family. Explore themed displays, take haunting photos, and meet live actors portraying a gruesome grandma, a mysterious mother, a dashing darkly-dressed gentleman, and their gothic daughter with a stare that chills…
Dress to impress in your best gothic glam
Encounter the petrifying well – where everyday objects are turned to stone by nature’s strange magic – and venture into the legendary cave where the Yorkshire prophetess was born. You can also meander past the cabinets of petrified curiosities, make a wish at the mystical well, and wander the magical mile-long trail along the River Nidd. There’s also a brilliant adventure playground plus hot food and drink available to purchase.
Halloween in Skipton
Skipton BID are once again putting on a FREE event this October half term.
A FREE pop-up pumpkin patch is set to take over the Canal Basin area in Skipton from 10am on Wednesday, October 29th – bringing a traditional Halloween feel into Skipton town centre. Grab a wheelbarrow, pick your favourite pumpkin and take the perfect picture at the photo opportunity on offer – all while enjoying the entertainment from the mischievous scarecrow!
But, in order to enter the patch, families must complete the Monster Trail, featuring 10 different ghosts and ghouls hidden in shop windows. Those taking part must walk around town and note down the letters to spell out the mystery haunting phrase to then enter the free pumpkin patch.
Once pumpkins have been picked, there will be a chance to join a free carving workshop to take it home ready to celebrate Halloween.
Creative Peeps will also have a craft stall with the opportunity for more activities, along with a Halloween-themed wildflower and seed bombing session to get messy and creative while spreading colour and life around a popular area of the town centre.
Monster Trail leaflets can be collected from either Skipton Town Hall or Craven Court from October 25th until November 2nd.
Those taking part will also have the chance to enter a prize draw but must again complete the mystery phrase to make a submission.
Spooky Skeletons Trail at Lotherton
From 25th October, daily through half term, the Spooky Skeletons: Scarytales is on at Lotherton. This is a daytime event perfect for all ages. Follow the twisted fairytales trail through the haunting grounds, gardens and house at Lotherton, but all is not as it seems. Rattle your bones as you come face-to-face with a series of skeletons – making themselves at home and reimagining classic tales with a Halloween twist. From Snow White’s eerie encounter with the poisoned apple, to Little Red Riding Hood’s perilous journey through the woods, enjoy a fun and slightly spooky exploration of Lotherton that’s perfect for families and younger visitors.
There is also a secret Pumpkin Patch where you can take a thrilling ride on the the Pumpkin Patch trailer on at weekends throughout October (starting Sunday 5th October) and all of half term. Frightfully fun activities are also included; mini tractor track, mini bowling, infant zone, games, scarecrow display and crafting.
NEW this year is Once Upon a Nigthmare: The Next Chapter. This immersive scare event, suitable for ages 9+ builds on the success of last year’s award-winning. The serene grounds and gardens of Lotherton are transformed into a haunting world where your favourite fairy tale characters live out their darkest versions of reality. Each encounter with a fairy tale character is a story come to life, but with a twist that will leave you gripping your friends’ hands a little tighter. This isn’t just a walk in the park; it’s an adventure through a nightmare where fairy tales and horror collide. Whether you’re a fan of classic fairy tales or just love a good scare, Once Upon a Nightmare: The Next Chapter promises an unforgettable experience. And don’t worry, its designed with young adventurers in mind. The scares are spooky and spine-tingling, yet age-appropriate
Leeds Scare Trails Pumpkin Trail
This FREE Pumpkin Trail is a family friendly trail through the woods of Golden Acre Park during the day on Saturday 25th and Sunday 26th October.
Follow a trail of over 200 pumpkins to find loads of fun games and activities, with prizes to be won as well. This is a FREE event, though there will be some paid for activities as well as donation buckets fundraising for Leeds MIND.
There is also a not so friendly trail – Frightmare Trail on from 6pm on the Saturday. This is £10 per ticket.
Mrs Dowson’s Pumpkin Patch
Mrs Dowson’s Ice Cream Farm is near Clitheroe, Lancashire so strictly not a Yorkshire Halloween event but it is worth mentioning!
The PYO pumpkin patch has actors dressed up to entertain you on your way round. My little man loved this and really got in to the spirit of things. The pumpkin patch is a mix of natural and placed ones, the pumpkins are really good quality and were the ones that lasted past Halloween. Entry also gives you access to all the fun of the farm including the indoor natural play area. You do need to pre-book tickets. It will be open weekends from the 4th October then daily through half term. They even do adult only pumpkin picking evenings!
Frightwater Valley presents Valley of the Clowns at Lightwater Valley
This October half term enjoy a frightening event at this amazing theme park for kids. For the full review of a day out click here.
Daily throughout half term there will be all the usual rides available as well as friendly frights plus mini and mega scares for the whole family to enjoy! You do need to pre-book tickets and if you book to go before half term you can visit again for free during!
Thorp Perrow Halloween Trail
Thorp Perrow Arboretum, near Bedale has its Halloween trail on daily, from 4th October through to 2nd November. The trail is through a section of the grounds which includes scary stations along the way and clues to find. Put on your cloak, grab your broomstick and head out into the Arboretum in search of spooky creatures. You’ll stumble across tombs and skeletons and many more Halloween frights. The trail is included in general ticket price or you can purchase the trail map to complete the mission and get a free gift.
Thorp Perrow is a great day out regardless and you must explore the gardens further to discover the playground and the birds of prey centre too. You can read our full review here to see what else there is on offer.
Thornton Hall Farm Spooks
Thornton Hall Farm are again putting on a mega event.
SPOOKS! IS BACK FOR 2025 – BIGGER, BOLDER & MORE BOO-TASTIC THAN EVER!
This year, they’re turning up the terror (just the right amount for kids!) with the spookier-than-ever Mischief Manor, plus a brand NEW spine-tingling adventure… The Ringmasters Challenge.
Saturdays from 11th October and daily through half term SPOOKS! returns for some creepy goings on. A spook-tacular jam packed family day out. Revamped for 2025; Trick or Treat Street where surprises lurk behind every door, an interactive experience full of spooky characters, silly scares and sweet surprises. The School of Evil live show where you learn to channel your cunning, perfect your potions, and enchant your enemies, together we rid the world of pesky princesses! new for 2025: The Ringmasters Challenge – locate the letters to uncover the secret world that will unlock the gates to the Big Top but beware… your challenge lies within… do you have what it takes to join the mysterious circus troupe?
Join the mischievous madness across the farm. Tickets must be pre-booked online for every event and also include full day entry to the farm park.
The Pumpkin Patch is also open. Grab a wheelbarrow, pick a pumpkin, strike a pose at many of the halloween photos ops then unleash your spooky side and carve away in the dedicated carving zone. Pumpkins can be purchased on the day.
For those age 6+ there is an additional area (extra charge). MISCHIEF MANOR. The ghouls and spooks of Mischief Manor are getting ready for their biggest night of the year — the Monster Mash Party! But with so much to do and so little time, they need your help. Blend in as a fellow monster, join the spooky crew and help the Manor’s spooktacular inhabitants prepare for the big night in this 15 minute adventure. Just beware… a few friendly frights may pop up along the way!
Included in the above is full day entry into the farm park, farm tours and animal activities including pony grooming, bottle feeding, and animal petting. Indoor soft play area, outdoor play and jumping pillows (weather permitting).
On 22nd and 23rd October there will also be a dedicated Toddler Halloween Party including party games.
Stockeld Park Halloween Adventure
Stockeld Park comes alive for the Autumn Half Term so join them for a spooky adventure.
Truly the ultimate Halloween day out, Stockeld Park boasts a wide range of terrifying activities for all ages in this year’s Halloween adventure!
Explore the Enchanted Forest and encounter the Woodland Witches. Experience the forest buzzing with magic and spooky fun as you follow the trail to discover four Woodland Witches. Meet and take part in a mystical activity with each of them in order to complete the Halloween trail.
Or test your adventurous spirit in the Monster maze. This Halloween, the Magical Maze is home to ten friendly and loveable monsters. Can you follow the trail and navigate the twists and turns of the maze to identify them all? Don’t be surprised if you come across some secret objects along the way!
With so many fun activities on offer, don’t forget to visit the pumpkin patch by hitching a lift on the tractor trailer ride and select your perfect pumpkin. Remember to dress up in your spookiest attire as the best dressed will win a prize.
The park will be open every weekend in October then daily from Saturday 25th October. Make sure you visit the Playhive too. You will need to pre-book tickets.
In addition you can book the family friendly Zombie laser experience. So many Halloween events in Yorkshire all rolled into one.
Horsforth PYO
Pumpkin picking tickets for Horsforth PYO farm are now available. From the 27th September they are open on selected dates and then daily from 16th October to get your pumpkins.
There are over 18 different varieties of pumpkins this year, giving you plenty of choice whether you wish white, blue, orange, green, warty big or small one.
A tractor ride will take you to and from the picking fields. There will also be face painting, a small children’s play area, pop up cafe and plenty of photo opportunities.
Alternative Halloween events in Yorkshire this October
Fountains Abbey by Floodlight
This Autumn the Fountains Abbey by Floodlight event is on every Friday and Saturday in October. You do need to pre-book tickets in advance – they are on sale now.
Watch as the night sky falls over the Abbey and ruins start to glow with light. Don’t forget your torch so you can chase your shadows around the ruins. Between 7pm-8pm listen to the choir singing in the cellarium.
Seeing the Abbey all lit up is quite surreal and very very different to the daytime. Fountains Abbey is a wonderful place to explore – read my full post here.
Leeds Light Night
In the evening of 22nd and 23rd October, Leeds City centre will be all lit up in a masterpiece of light shows, projections and art work. The Light Night event is free with installations all over the city so you can enjoy it by just wondering round taking it all in.
Check back as more Halloween events in Yorkshire will be added over the next few weeks. Know about an event that I haven’t mentioned? Let me know!
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