From haunted tours to pumpkin patches, to spooky safaris, there are countless ways for you and your family to celebrate the spooky season.
Whether you're in the mood for fearsome thrills or family-friendly fun, Worcestershire has something for everyone this Halloween. Check out our roundup of must-visit Halloween events that will make your October unforgettable.
1. Spooky House Fun at The Commandery
Where better to be in the October half-term holiday than one of Worcester’s oldest buildings?
The Commandery is filled with history every day of the year – but in the eeriest of school holidays, it’s also brimming with Spooky Houses!
In fun Spooky House family mornings, children can decorate their own spooky doorway to take home. Who lives behind it and what would their door be like? From witches’ cottages to Dracula’s den, we can’t wait to see what everyone comes up with. Delve into the messy play tables, create a bubbling cauldron picture and make a spooky puppet too!
Then, explore the rest of The Commandery with the Spooky House trail which will take you through Medieval, Tudor, Georgian and Victorian eras, and more.
Spooky House Family Mornings are £5 + general admission and run from Tuesday 28 to Thursday 30 October, 10.30am – 12noon. Please book online due to limited spaces.
Spooky House Family Trails are £1 + general admission and can be enjoyed from Saturday 25 October to Sunday 2 November (The Commandery is closed Monday 27 October). No pre-booking required.
General admission applies to all visitors and can be paid for on arrival or booked online. You can enjoy free admission if you have a season or Worcester Residents’ pass to The Commandery (charge for activities still applies), which can be purchased in the shop.
Saturday 25 October – Sunday 2 November (The Commandery is closed Monday 27 October)
Tuesday 28 – Thursday 30 October, 10.30am – 12noon
2. October Half Term at the Palace Theatre, Redditch
There’s a jam-packed October half-term planned at the Redditch Palace Theatre that will keep the whole family entertained! Princess Live! will be performing on the 26th of October at 1:00pm and 4:00pm with performances full of pop and musical theatre songs that will get the whole family singing and dancing along, whilst on the 28th of October, a totally roar-some afternoon awaits with Dinosaur Adventure Live: The Big Jurassic Storm, as island rangers battle to stop a malfunctioning weather satellite from threatening the existence of the island’s Jurassic residents!
A spell-binding evening also awaits with the classic ballet, Swan Lake, on the 30th of October. Featuring some of the most memorable music and breathtaking choreography to have ever been brought to the stage, this show promises to captivate audiences of all ages.
3. Spooky Adventures at Attwell Farm Park
Attwell Farm Park is going bigger than ever with its Halloween celebrations. Expect eerie characters, themed activities and hands-on pumpkin carving alongside all the usual farm favourites – from tractor rides to friendly animals.
Tickets include access to:
- Creepy & Kooky Disco
- Halloween photo spots
- A ghost hunt across the farm (they’ll need your help tracking down the spirits!)
4. Spooky Spectacular at West Midlands Safari Park
From 18 October to 2 November 2025, West Midlands Safari Park transforms for its Spooky Spectacular – packed with live shows, frights and plenty of family entertainment.
Safari by day, followed by spooky surprises. That’s one way to upgrade your Halloween.
5. Herbs & Hexes Trail at Croome Court
Croome is serving history with a hint of mystery this October half-term.
Follow the Herbs and Hexes trail to uncover the ingredients of a missing witch’s potion. Along the way, learn about ancient herbal myths, legends and medicinal plants that were once believed to hold magical powers.
Trail sheets are free to collect from the Outdoor Hub (standard admission applies).
6. Haunted Light Trail in Redditch
This free illuminated trail transforms Redditch’s Stanley Park into glowing walkthrough experiences. Expect:
- Themed light zones
- Pumpkins and projections
- Friendly live characters
- Artisan stalls, street food and funfair rides
Some activities may have additional charges, so bring a few coins just in case.
7. Bridges of Light – Worcester City Centre
A brand-new light festival arrives in Worcester on 29–30 October, running 6pm–9pm each evening. Bridges of Light will fill the city centre with large-scale light artworks, interactive installations and food pop-ups.
It’s free, fully accessible and designed for all age!
8. Great Malvern Festival of Stories for Children
From 21–26 October 2025, Malvern becomes a hub of imagination. With storytelling sessions, author meet-and-greets, puppetry, music and children’s theatre across multiple venues, this festival is ideal for young bookworms and parents who love a good story too.
Fun fact: Great Malvern’s Victorian gas lamps are said to have inspired C.S. Lewis when writing The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe. Worth seeing them in person?
9. Trick or Treat at Avoncroft Museum
No doorbell-dodging on dark streets – Avoncroft Museum is offering a safe and charming twist on trick or treat.
On entry, families get a map and wristband before exploring historic buildings to find which doors are giving out treats. Costumes encouraged and be ready to earn your reward – a song or silly saying may be required!
