Things to do in Staffordshire October half term and Halloween 2025
There are some lovely things to do in Staffordshire and the surrounding areas this October half term and Halloween. This is a comprehensive list of days out in Staffordshire, 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 the county of Staffordshire only. If you are looking for October half term days out in nearby counties, please see below:
Alton Towers Staffordshire October half term 2025
Scarefest is back at Alton Towers this Halloween. There will be live entertainment for all ages and the park is open until 9pm each day so visitors can enjoy the rides in the dark.
Spooky Days
Children can enjoy spooky shows, meet characters and witness the vibrant colours of Dia de los Muertos this October half term at Alton Towers. Take part in the Haribo trick or treat, knocking on doors to be given sweet treats – and a few tricks! Dress up for the CBeebies land Monster ball, learn dance moves from the Alton Ancestors and experience family rides at dusk. Don’t forget to ride the spooky Curse at Alton Manor too.
Fright Nights
Experience the terror of fright nights with scary rides, live entertainment and a spooky atmosphere after dark. Experience this year’s new Edge of the Forest live-action scare maze in a forgotten cottage containing a lurking presence that is said to play tricks on your mind. Scare Maze: Compound forces visitors to navigate a terrifying science facility without becoming subject to a DNA experiment. Look out for Tiny in the Altonville Mine Tour, and enter the Dark Hollow and Burial Ground scare zones. Don’t forget to enjoy your favourite petrifying rides after dark, including Wicker Man and The Curse at Alton Manor.
Dates: 27th and 28th September, 3rd to 5th, 10th to 12th and 17th to 31st October and 1st and 2nd November 2025.
Website: Alton Towers
Biddulph Grange Staffordshire October half term
At Biddulph Grange Garden there’s a spooky skeleton-trail through the gardens called The Skeleton’s Ball Trail. As you wander, you’ll search for skeletons with names, take part in fun outdoor activities, and receive a small prize on completing the trail. The event doesn’t need advance booking though regular garden admission applies. Cost for the trail is £3.50. Clothing suitable for the weather and footwear for outdoor terrain are advised.
Dates: 18th October to 2nd November 2025.
Website: Biddulph Grange National Trust
Drayton Manor Park Staffordshire October half term 2025
Drayton Manor’s Monsters & Magic Halloween transforms the park into a world of spooky thrills and magical wonder. Enjoy late-night rides, a new “Water, Light & Fire Spectacular” at the lake, trick-or-treating in the Monster Castle, and the return of the Haunted Express. There’s also a “Twilight Zoo” trail, a hay bale code quest & maze, plus fireworks paired with the new evening spectacular. Families can extend their stay with “Stay & Play” hotel packages, and there are special ticket deals for after-dark access.
Dates: 25th October to 2nd November 2025.
Website: Drayton Manor
Kinver Edge and the Rock Houses
A Halloween and October half term event hasn’t been announced for Kinver Edge and the Rock houses this year at the time of writing, but it’s worth checking their website. It’s always worth a visit anyway, Kinver Edge & the Rock Houses combines dramatic countryside with fascinating history. Discover the restored Holy Austin Rock Houses, once home to families carved into the sandstone, and enjoy woodland, heathland and ridge-top walks with sweeping views. Spot seasonal wildlife, join guided walks or craft workshops, and refuel at the tearoom. Dogs are welcome in most outdoor areas, and some paths are steep and uneven.
Dates: Fully open from 23rd October to 2nd November 2025.
Website: Kinver Edge and the Rock Houses
Lower Drayton Farm
Join Staffordshire’s largest pick-your-own pumpkin patch at Lower Drayton Farm. Every ticket includes a pumpkin, indoor carving facilities (so you avoid the mess at home), and photo opportunities in a themed setting. There’s also festival-style street food, animal encounters, outdoor play and a trailer ride to the patch (weather-permitting). Free car parking is available; sturdy outdoor footwear is strongly recommended; dogs are not allowed in the pumpkin patch or carving areas.
Dates: 27th and 28th September and 4th, 5th and 11th to 31st October 2025.
Website: Lower Drayton Farm
National Forest Adventure Farm
Two events take place at the National Forest Adventure Farm for Halloween 2025. The daytime entertainment is designed with children in mind. But if you’re looking for something a little more frightening as an adult only group or with teens aged 16 and over, check out Screamfest.
Pumpkin Village
Visit Pumpkin Village at the National Forest Adventure farm in half term 2025. Enjoy pumpkin picking, live music and food and drink stalls. Visitors can also choose to add a ticket for the National Forest’s indoor and outdoor play areas although the animals, tractor and trailer and mega slides won’t be open. Tickets need to be booked in advance. Dogs can join you in the pumpkin village, but they’ll need their own ticket too!
Dates: 4th, 5th, 11th, 12th, 18th, 19th and 25th to 31st October 2025.
Website: National Forest Adventure Farm
Screamfest
Screamfest is a Halloween attraction set in the National Forest Adventure Farm, Staffordshire, offering a full night of scares, spectacle and entertainment. Expect roaming performers, fairground rides, live music and dance, food and drink, and immersive scare experiences. Ideal for those aged 16+ looking for a thrilling, carnival-style evening out.
Dates: 10th, 11th, 17th, 18th and 22nd to 31st October and 1st November 2025.
Website: Screamfest
Statfold Country Park
Two events take place at Statfold Country Park this Halloween – a daytime one aimed at families and an evening event for those aged 16 plus.
Halloween Spooktacular
Statfold Country Park’s family-friendly Halloween Spooktacular offers a magical, giggle-filled day out perfect for younger children. Explore the Monster Mansion with friendly monsters, solve the Ring Master’s Riddles in the new maze, watch the all-new Spooktacular Show, try witchy crafts, enjoy spooky train rides, and visit the vintage fairground (rides require tokens). Extras include picking and carving a pumpkin, a pumpkin-themed virtual reality ride, and Toby’s Barn Clip n’ Climb. Costumes are encouraged for a truly festive experience.
Dates: 25th, 26th, 29th, 30th, 31st October and 1st November 2025.
Website: Statfold Country Park
Statfold Scream Park
Statfold Scream Park is a thrilling Halloween experience designed exclusively for those aged 16+. Set in the eerie countryside near Tamworth, this after-dark event features three intense scare mazes, each crafted with live actors, strobe lighting, smoke effects, and atmospheric set designs to test your courage. Beyond the mazes, enjoy electrifying live entertainment, a haunted fairground with additional rides (tokens required), and a selection of delicious street food. With tickets ranging from entry-only options to the comprehensive Night Terror Pass, Statfold Scream Park offers a spine-chilling adventure for those brave enough to face the terror lurking down the track.
Dates: 23rd to 26th and 29th to 31st October and 1st November 2025.
Website: Statfold Scream Park
Trentham Gardens Staffordshire October Half Term 2025
Trentham Gardens offers a spooky, family-friendly Halloween experience this half term. Wander a dazzling pumpkin trail, strike a pose on the Selfie Trail with trick-or-treat doors and a pumpkin throne, and test your detective skills in the interactive Who Done It? challenge. Little witches and wizards can join Witch and Wizard School to complete magical tasks and earn a certificate, while face painting, fairground rides, and a lively pantomime add extra fun. Throughout the gardens, themed photo opportunities abound, and visitors can enjoy street food and browse handcrafted gifts at the Makers Market for a festive, all-day outing.
Dates: 25th October to 2nd November 2025.
Website: Trentham
