🎃 Pumpkin Party 2026 - The Quadrant, Dunstable
Time: 11:00 - 14:00
👀 WHAT TO EXPECT
Join us at The Quadrant, Dunstable on Friday 30th October 2026 for an afternoon packed with spooky fun, games and entertainment for the whole family!
🎶 Spooky show songs & actions
🎨 Face painting
🎃 Pumpkin Trail
👻 Fun & games
🧡 And lots more Halloween fun!
Bring the family along, get into the Halloween spirit and enjoy a FREE day of fun at The Quadrant Centre! 🎃
🕺Monster Mash Halloween Kids Disco 2026 - The Forest Centre, Marston Moretaine
Time: 17:00 - 19:00 Price: £15.00
🗓 2026 DATES & TIMES
▪️Thursday 29th October: 5pm - 7pm
▪️Friday 30th October: 5pm - 7pm
EVENT DETAILS
Dust off your best fancy dress costumes and get ready to dance, scream, and play lots of party games as we celebrate the spookiest time of year! We'll have a DJ and party games from 5pm - with prizes for best costume, best dancer, and more, plus treats (not tricks!) to take home at the end of the night.
Costumes are strongly encouraged, so bring your best spooky look! Our kids’ discos are always a hit - book online now and don’t miss out on the fun!
😋 KIDS MEAL INCLUDED
Price includes kids' meal and squash. Food available from 5.30pm. Please inform us of any dietary requirements when booking
Parental supervision is essential at all times. Café bar will be open for drinks.
🎟 TICKET COST: £15.00 per child
👾 Monster March Halloween Trail 2026 - Marston Moretaine
Time: 11:00 - 14:00
🗓 2026 DATES
Monday 26th October to Saturday 31st October 2026
🕐 SESSION TIMES
▪️11am-12pm
▪️1pm-2pm
👾 WHAT TO EXPECT
Mischievous monsters have crept into the Sensory Wildlife Garden and are hiding in all sorts of sneaky spots. Can your little explorers help track them down?
🎟 TICKET COST: £3 per child
Booking in advance needed.
✨️ Land of Lights 2026 - Milton Keynes
Time: 17:00 - 20:00
🌟 WHAT TO EXPECT
Wander through dazzling portals into dreamworlds, explore larger-than-life lanterns, and discover why families return year after year.
🐶 DOG FRIENDLY NIGHTS
All Sundays and Wednesdays (when operational) are dog friendly!
🎟 TICKET COST: From £6.88
Ticket prices differ on days.
🔥 The Hellfire Caves - West Wycombe
Time: 10:00 - 16:00
🗓 OPENING TIMES
Open 18 Oct to 1st Nov 2026 inclusive, 10am-4pm, with eerie halloween vibes deep down in the caves.
♿️ WHEELCHAIR & PUSHCAHIRS
Please note due to the nature of the caves and the width of the tunnels, the Hellfire Caves are unsuitable for pushchairs and wheelchairs We do however provide pushchair parking and baby slings for your convenience.
🅿️ PARKING
There is very limited parking at the caves but we have a 200 space car park located a short 5 minute walk away at:
📍Chorley Road, West Wycombe, HP14 3AP
🎟 TICKET COST:
▪️Adult: £9.50
▪️Child under 16: £8.00
▪️Child under 2: Free
▪️3 Person family: £21.00
▪️4 Person family: £30.00
▪️OAP: £8.00
▪️National Trust Member: £8.00
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES
☎️ Phone: 01494 533739
📧 Email: caves@westwycombeestate.co.uk
🎭 Matilda The Musical Live - Milton Keynes Theatre
Time: 19:30
▪️AGE GUIDANCE: 6+
Please note: Children under 4 years (including babes in arms) will not be admitted. All children must have their own seat.
🗓 PERFORMANCE TIMES
Wed 28 Oct - Sat 14 Nov 2026
▪️Tue - Sat at: 19:30
▪️Wed, Sat and Sun at: 14:30
▪️Thu 29 Oct at: 14:30
🗓 2026 DATES
▪️28 October - 1 November
▪️3 November - 8 November
▪️10 November - 14 November
✨ ABOUT
Inspired by Roald Dahl’s much-loved book, Matilda The Musical tells the story of an extraordinary little girl with a brilliant mind, a vivid imagination and the courage to change her own destiny.
With a book by Dennis Kelly, music and lyrics by Tim Minchin, and direction by Matthew Warchus, this global phenomenon has won more than 100 international awards, including 24 for Best Musical, and has delighted over 12 million people worldwide.
Now celebrating 15 years on stage, this unforgettable production heads back out on tour — bringing its humour, heart and rebellious spirit to Milton Keynes Theatre.
⭐ WHY GO AND SEE IT?
Expect clever storytelling, standout songs, big laughs and plenty of theatrical magic. It’s a brilliant choice for a family theatre trip, a half term treat or a memorable night out.
📝 GOOD TO KNOW
▪️Running time: 2 hours 35 minutes including interval
▪️Captioned performance: Friday 13th November 2026 at 7.30pm
▪️This production includes flashing lights, lasers, loud sound effects, popped latex balloons, stage haze and strobe effects
▪️Actors also interact in audience spaces during the show
🎟 TICKETS FROM: £30.00
Please note: A booking fee of £3.95 is applied to each order.
🔥 OFFER
Plus, there’s a buy one and get one under 16s half price offer on selected seats for Tue–Thu performances.
♿️ ACCESSIBILITY SUPPORT & BOOKING
☎️ Phone: 03330 095 399
Please note you will need to register for the Access Membership Scheme to book tickets.
👻 Deepest Fears: Ghost Stories - The Place Theatre, Bedford
Time: 19:30 - 21:30
🗓 2026 DATES
▪️Friday 30th October: 7.30pm - 9.30pm
▪️Saturday 31st October: 7.30pm - 9.30pm
👀 ABOUT...
Horrifying spectres, restless souls and evil secrets that refuse to stay buried are all brought to life in this spine-chilling show. Join the mysterious Storyteller for two blood-curdling ghost stories, full of chills and thrills. An unmissable evening by one of the country’s most captivating ghost story performers — dare you face your deepest fears?
🎟 TICKET COST:
▪️£18 - £20
♿ WHEELCHAIR USERS
Due to layout limitations at the venue we can accommodate a limited number of wheelchairs in our auditorium. We ask patrons with wheelchairs to contact us directly to book a wheelchair position (as well as companion seats) when booking their tickets. To discuss any access needs, please give us a call on the box office number below.
☎️ BOX OFFICE: 01234 354321
🍁 Autumn Trail 2026 - Rushmere Country Park
Time: 10:00 - 16:00
🗓 DATES & TIMES
▪️ 23rd October 2026 - 1st November 2026
▪️ Starts from 10:00am
▪️ Ends at 4:00pm
🍁 EVENT DETAILS
This October Half Term pick up your Autumn Trail Sheet from Visitor Services (£4 per child - includes trail and treat) and head off to follow the clues and solve the puzzle.
It’s a lovely way to get children outdoors, exploring the trails and taking in the seasonal colours of Rushmere Country Park while enjoying a little half term challenge along the way.
Your purchase also helps support the valuable work of The Greensand Trust at Rushmere Country Park, so you can enjoy some autumn family fun while giving back too.
ℹ️ GOOD TO KNOW
This event runs across the October half term period, so it’s ideal if you’re planning a day out in and around Heath and Reach, Leighton Buzzard and the wider Bedfordshire area.
🎫 TRIAL SHEETS: £4 (pay on the day)
🅿️ Please note: Parking charges apply
🍽 Two Kids Eat Free - Maypole Farmhouse, Kempston
Time: 09:00 - 20:00
🗓 WHEN?
▪️Monday 19th October – Friday 30th October 2026
▪️Monday to Friday only!
😋 DETAILS
With two free kids' meals available with every paying adult, it's the perfect excuse to swap packed lunches and washing-up for quality time together. From family favourites to little ones' must-haves, there's something to satisfy every appetite. The fun doesn't stop there. This offer is available at breakfast, lunch and dinner, plus every free kid’s meal comes with free ice cream!
ℹ️ PLEASE NOTE
▪️Offer not available when purchasing an adult small carvery, weekday set menu or Yorkie Wrap
▪️Offer valid for children under 12.
▪️This offer entitles you to two free standard or vegetarian Kids Breakfast, Junior Carvery or Pick ‘n’ Mix small mains (Omega-3 Fish Fingers/Chicken Nuggets/2oz Beef Burger/Pork Sausages/Tomato Pasta/Quorn™ Sausages) and ice-cream scoop from the Kids' Menu with the purchase of an adult buffet breakfast, main meal from the main menu, or standard or vegetarian carvery.
ℹ️ BOOKING ENQUIRIES
☎️ Phone: +44 1234 857 218
🧙♀️ Halloween Trail 2026 - Houghton Hall Park
Time: 10:00 - 15:00
As well as our trail from 10am to 3pm, we'll also be hosting:
✨️ Glitter Tattoos - 10am to 12:30pm
✨️ Face Painting - 12:30pm to 3pm
✨️ Story Telling - once an hour at half past the hour
✨️ Spooky Crafts - 10am to 3pm
🕷 PLEASE NOTE
The trail is limited to the first 250 children - one completed trail map can be turned in for one goody bag, so please make sure all children in your group have a trail map!
🦇 TRAIL MAPS
Trail maps can be collected from the foyer from 10am on the 30th October 2026.
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💋 Drag Show - Furzton Lake (Hungry Horse Pub)
Time: 20:00 - 23:30
Let us make you laugh with Adult humour and entertain you with live singing!
BOOK A TABLE
Book a table and don’t miss out
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone: 01908 520200
🚀 Meet Woody & Friends - Furzton Lake (Hungry Horse Pub)
Time: 15:00 - 17:00
🌟 WHAT TO EXPECT
Get ready for a magical morning of fun, laughter and adventure as Woody, Jessie, Buzz Lightyear and friends come to Furzton Lake, Hungry Horse.
📷 UPSTAIRS ONLY
Bring the little ones along for a fantastic opportunity to meet their favourite characters, take photos and make some unforgettable memories.
🍽 BOOK A TABLE FOR FOOD
https://www.hungryhorse.co.uk/pubs/buckinghamshire/furzton-lake/menu
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone: 01908 520200
🕷 Spooktacular 2026 at Woodside Animal Farm
Time: 10:00 - 17:00
🗓 2026 HALLOWEEN DATES
▪️24th October - 1st November
👀 Fun activities include:
✨️ Hunt for the Golden Pumpkin and win a prize
✨️ Spooky Walk through
✨️ Halloween Crafts
✨️ Witches & Ghosts hunt
✨️ Scarecrow Field
✨️ Halloween Fancy Dress competition
✨️ Pumpkin Corner *Boo-Tastic photo op
✨️ Creepy Crawlies & Reptile Encounters
✨️ Guinea pig fishing
✨️ Funfair rides
✨️ All the usual indoor and outdoor play
🎟 TICKET COST:
▪️Adult Halloween: £16.50
▪️Child Halloween: £16.50
▪️Tiny Tots Halloween: £6.00
▪️Under 12 months Halloween: Free
🧙♀️🌳 Halloween Enchanted Wood at Johnsons of Old Hurst Zoo
Time: 10:00 - 17:00
EVENT DETAILS
Wander through our enchanted woodland walk, soak up the spooky atmosphere and enjoy a whole host of family fun!
🍬 Sweet treats at our sweet hut
🔥 Toast your own gooey marshmallows
🎨 Get spooky with face painting
🎃 Discover Halloween surprises along the way
🕷️ Plus lots more fun for little witches, wizards and grown-ups alike!
🎟 NO PRE-BOOKING REQUIRED
Fun for the whole family — no pre-booking required! Just bring your little monsters along and get ready for some magical Halloween memories.
🎟 TICKET COST:
▪️Adult: £6.50
▪️Child: £5.50
▪️3 & under go free
🎧 October Half Term 2026 Spooky Silent Disco - Dunstable Downs
Time: 17:30 - 19:45 Price: £3.00
▪️AGE: This event is suitable for children aged 3-12 years. Adults are very welcome to take part but must purchase a headset at the standard ticket rate. Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times.
🧙♀️ WHAT TO EXPECT
Halloween themed silent discos is in our View Café. Perfect for children and young families, this unique event offers a chance to let loose and create fantastic half-term memories together.
Come dressed in your favourite spooky costume, bring your Trick or Treat bucket, pop on your headphones, and monster mash your way through an evening packed with tunes, dancing, and feel-good energy.
For disco-goers, our café will be open until 8pm, serving pizzas and chips and a selection of yummy Halloween treats. Please note that car parking charges still apply and are not included within the ticket price.
Wednesday 28 October:
▪️5:30 - 6:30 pm & 6:45 - 7:45 pm
Friday 30 October:
▪️5:30 - 6:30 pm & 6:45 - 7:45 pm
Saturday 31 October:
▪️5:30 - 6:30 pm & 6:45 - 7:45 pm
🎟 TICKET COST: £3.00
👻 Dunstable RUFC Trick or Treat Halloween Party 2026
Time: 19:00 - 22:00
Join us for a spooky evening packed with fun, including:
👻 The Changing Room of Horrors
🪩 Halloween disco
🍔 Kitchen & bar open
🕷️ Spooky activities
🎃 Fancy dress encouraged!
Whether you’re part of the Dees family, from another rugby club or simply looking for a fun Halloween night out, come along and join the fun.
See you there…if you dare! 🖤🎃
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES
☎️ Phone: 01582 866555
🎭✨️ The Halloween Spooktacular 2026 - The Rufus Centre, Flitwick
Time: 13:00
🕐 TIMES
▪️Doors Open: 1:00pm
▪️Show Starts: 1:30pm
WHAT TO EXPECT
🎃 Interactive Halloween fun for the whole family
🌟 Neon After-Show Party included
👻 Dress up and compete for the Best Costume Prize
✨ Every child ticket includes a glow stick!
This promises to be a spellbinding afternoon packed with Halloween magic, audience participation, costumes, and family fun. Don't miss out!
🎟 TICKET COST:
▪️Standard Ticket (1 child & 1 adult): £14.95
▪️Add-on Child: £7.50
▪️Add-on Adult: £6.50
(Booking fee applies)
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES
☎️ Phone: 01525 631905
📧 Email: bookings@therufuscentre.co.uk
👻 Halloween Trail 2026 - Jordans Mill, Broom
Time: 09:30 - 15:30
📅 2026 DATES & TIMES
▪️Saturday 24th October - Sunday 1st November
▪️9:30am - 3:30pm
👻 WHAT TO EXPECT
Step into the shadows for a fang-tastic trail packed with spooky surprises, creepy characters and fun frights around every corner!
🔎Explore the menacing Meadow and wicked Woodland to find 10 spooky Halloween displays. Count how many ‘frights’ you can spot and write the spooky word on your trail sheet.Use your 3D glasses to uncover a hidden letter, find all ten to uncover the spooky Halloween word!👓
💀 Come dressed up, explore, and see if you can find all 10 Frights!
🎟 TICKET COST - NO BOOKING REQUIRED
▪️£4 per child - includes a prize!
🍔 £10 Burgers at Hickory's Smokehouse - Milton Keynes
Time: 10:00 - 22:00 Price: £10.00
🗓 WHEN?
Monday 26th October to Sunday 1st November 2026
WHAT BURGERS ARE £10?
🍔 The Oklahoma Smash Burger
🍗 The Southern Fried Chicken Burger
🌱 The Hickory's Veggie Burger
ℹ️ BOOKING INFO...
Book your table on the website via the event link and tell us you're "HERE FOR A £10 BURGER" when you arrive...
🐶 DOG INFORMATION
We are dog friendly in our bar & outside! Pop a note in the special requests to be seated in the right area.
♿️ ACCESSIBILITY
When filling out the form, ensure you leave a detailed note in the "Special Requests" or "Booking Comments" box specifying that you require a wheelchair-accessible table on the ground level. Because the restaurant features split-level dining and a busy upstairs area, it is highly recommended to call the Milton Keynes team directly.
👦 Kids Eat Free October Half Term 2026 - The Krafty Kuppa, Cranfield
Time: 08:00 - 16:30
📅 2026 DATES
Monday 26th – Friday 30th October
🍳 FREE KIDS’ BREAKFAST OR LUNCH WITH EVERY ADULT MEAL PURCHASED!
That’s right! Treat yourself to a lovely breakfast or lunch, and we’ll treat your little one to theirs, absolutely FREE! ❤️
Because we know school holidays can be expensive, and as a small, family-run community café, we want to give a little something back to our wonderful local families. One free kids’ meal per adult meal purchased.
☕ Delicious food
❤️ Friendly faces
👨👩👧👦 Family-friendly atmosphere
💷 A little saving for parents!
🗓 OPENING TIMES
▪️Monday: 8 am–4:30 pm
▪️Tuesday: 8 am–4:30 pm
▪️Wednesday: 8 am–4:30 pm
▪️Thursday: 8 am–4:30 pm
▪️Friday: 8 am–4:30 pm
▪️Saturday: 8 am–4:30 pm
▪️Sunday: 9 am–2 pm
📖 MENU
Check the Krafty Kuppa menu out here.
