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Things to do this Halloween half term

From spooky theme park excursions to a day out with Bluey and the gang, here are our top picks for you and the kids this half term


Looking for things to do with the kids this October half term? Look no further. Our handy list of events and experiences has you covered – from spooky theme park excursions that would thrill your still-obsessed-with-Wednesday-on-Netflix tween, to the best kid-friendly museum outing, to catching Bluey and the gang in real life. Let us take on the hassle of choice, so you can relax and focus on the most important thing (counting down until the kids are back at school) – sorry, we mean family time.

CBeebies Rainbow Adventure

Join Bluey, JoJo & Gran, Hey Duggee, and Mr Tumble this October half term at the CBeebies Rainbow Adventure. This 55-minute experience blends theatre, play, music and loads of fun surprises for the whole family. Plus, amenities include a free cloakroom and buggy park, complimentary admission for babes-in-arms, and wheelchair accessibility, ensuring CBeebies Rainbow Adventure is a smooth London day out for you and the kids.

Thorpe Park

Families who scare together, stay together. Or so the saying goes. This photo may not be the most inviting, but we can guarantee for all Halloween enthusiasts of all ages, Thorpe Park is the place to be this October half term. With their Fright Nights for the families who are little more Addams than Stepford, and “yodel-inducing” Oktoberfest festivities, Thorpe Park is sure to bring thrills to you and yours this half term.

Jurassic World: The Exhibition

Extended by popular demand, journey to 65 million years into the past this October half term with the incredible Jurassic World exhibition. Held at Manchester’s Trafford Centre, this one-of-a-kind exhibition allows visitors to immerse themselves into one of the biggest blockbusters in movie history, and get closer than any other humans have been to life-sized dinosaurs. Something for the budding historians, film buffs or adventurers in your family.

Royal Pavilion Ice Rink

For the families who are itching release their inner Michelle Kwan this autumn half term, head down to Brighton’s Royal Pavilion ice rink, which opens 26 October. For the confident skaters, the main rink is vast with plenty of space to impress your friends with your savvy icy skills. For beginners, learn how to glide, turn and twist on the beginner’s rink – a separate rink for you to gain confidence without the anxiety of skating with pros. For a break, head over to the rinkside bar and kitchen for a tasty winter treat and a warm mulled wine. Ring in the change in season (and the clocks) in this snow globe come to life.

The FRIENDS Experience: The One in London

“The One where you can take the whole family to a recreated Friends set for October half term.” Don’t remember that episode? It’s probably because they’re waiting for you and the kids on set! Play foosball at Joey and Chandler’s, enjoy a cup of coffee at Central Perk, dance in your best 90s outfit next to the fountain, or debrief around the dining table in Monica and Rachel’s apartment. At this experience, there isn’t a Friends activity that you can’t do.

Frameless

Looking for the best museum experiences for kids this half term? Look no further than Frameless. While most museums say, “don’t touch”, Frameless invites you to step inside the artworks, interact with them and become a part of them – featuring four galleries with works by Monet, Van Gogh and more, along with a blend of classic and contemporary music.

Alexandra Palace Fireworks Festival

Cosy up to your loved ones with one of the best autumn activities for kids this October half term. Held at the iconic Alexandra Palace in London, enjoy a fireworks display like no other with an inimitable drone show, a disco-theme ice rink, circus performers, and DJ sets from The Cuban Brothers and Artful Dodger. This isn’t your regular fireworks display, this is a fireworks display cool enough for a post on even the pickiest of teenagers’ social media pages. Finish your October half term with a bang.


Find more things to do this half term in our guide