Best October half term and Halloween events West Midlands 2024

There are some lovely things to do in the West Midlands and surrounding areas this October half term and Halloween. This is a comprehensive list of days out in the area, as well as other activities such as pumpkin picking. You can jump straight to each one using the links in the table below. Please do let me know if I’ve missed any brilliant events off the list, I’d be happy to add them in. Advance booking is essential at all attractions unless otherwise stated.

This post covers West Midlands County only. If you are looking for October half term days out in nearby counties, please see below:

• Herefordshire
• Shropshire
• Staffordshire
• Warwickshire
• Worcestershire

Aston Hall West Midlands October Half Term

Learn about Aston Hall, Halloween and things that go bump in the night on the spooky Halloween trail this October half term. The trail is included in the price of admission.

Dates: 26th and 27th October and 1st to 3rd November 2024.

Website: Aston Hall

Black Country Living Museum

Halloween Nights

Head to the Black Country Living Museum for their fun Halloween Nights after dark event. Go trick or treating around the BCLM site to discover spooky spectacles. Look out for street entertainers including circus performers, magicians and fire-jugglers.   

Dates: 26th, 27th, 30th and 31st October 2024. 

October half term daytime event

You’ll become judge and jury at BCLM this October half term, as their Halloween event is all about crime and punishment. Help detectives to crack the case and decide whether the criminals are guilty or not guilty.

Dates: 26th October to 3rd November 2024.

Website: Black Country Living Museum.

Cadbury World

Freddo is hosting the spookiest stage show around this October half term at Cadbury World. Fangtastic Freddo will have you howling with laughter and joining in with games, dancing and spooky songs. Dress to impress if you want to take part in the day’s fancy dress competition. Look out for meet and greets with Cadbury characters.

Dates: 19th October to 3rd November 2024. 

Website: Cadbury World

Dudley Canal and Tunnel Trust West Midlands October Half Term

Board a canal-o-ween boat for an adventure into the heart of Dudley’s tunnels, caverns and mines. There are surprises around every corner with Krazy Kris and his UV groovy gang hosting a glow-in-the-dark underground show full of Halloween spirit. The trip lasts around an hour and is suitable for all ages.

Dates: 26th to 31st October 2024.

Website: Canal and Tunnel Trust

Legoland Discovery Centre

It’s a Monster Party Brick or Treat this October Half Term at the Legoland Discovery Centre. Go on a “scarevenger” hunt looking out for perilous pumpkins in haunted Miniland and help to solve a puzzle by following clues. Enjoy the Great Monster Chase 4D film and enjoy a LEGO character meet and greet. You can add to the LEGO pumpkin patch too by making your own LEGO pumpkin. Master Model Builders will be on hand with tips to help you bring your creation to life.

Dates: 5th October to 3rd November 2024.

Website: Legoland Discovery Centre

National Sea Life Centre West Midlands October Half Term

Halloween Ascarium

The National Sea Life Centre Aquarium in Birmingham becomes a spooky Halloween “Ascarium” this October half term. Follow the immersive trail and help the witches to find the missing ingredients for their potion. They’re hidden throughout the aquarium’s tanks. Look out for spooky sea creatures as you make your way around. Then, head to the witches’ lair and they’ll cast their spell to open the treasure chest and reveal your reward. 

Dates: 18th October to 3rd November 2024.

Website: National Sea Life Centre

Selly Manor Museum

Choose between three Halloween events this October half term at Selly Manor. Each takes place on a different date, so head to the Selly Manor website to check dates and details of all events and to book. Choose between: 

• Museum Heist escape room: Solve clues to steal a necklace and escape from the manor. 
• Pumpkin Carving Workshop: Carve your own Halloween pumpkin. 
• Little Monster School: Learn to be a little monster with two trails, one aimed at under 5s and one for older children. 

Dates: Various dates from 25th October to 8th November 2024 – do head to the website to check which date your favourite event will be taking place.

Website: Selly Manor Museum.