Halloween events
Looking for Halloween events in Oxford and across oxfordshire. Well, look no further. From pumpkin picking to ghostly tours, browse our growing list of Halloween events taking place in Oxford and across Oxfordshire for great ideas to help you plan the perfect day out.
Events
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The Alchemist stirs up spooky magic with limited-edition Halloween cocktails
The Alchemist is bringing back its signature dark theatre this Halloween with the limited-edition Midnight Zombie cocktail, alongside spooky favourites served with smoke, sparks and a touch of Alchemist magic.
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COSMO Oxford throws spooky Halloween cosplay party with free drinks for guests in costume
COSMO Oxford is hosting a Halloween Cosplay Party on 31 October, offering guests in costume a free bottomless soft drink. Expect spooky fun, delicious food, and plenty of creative costumes at this frightfully festive event.
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Crazy Bear’s Vampire Ball returns for a spellbinding Halloween celebration
The Crazy Bear in Stadhampton invites guests to its spectacular Vampire Ball on October 31 and November 01, featuring champagne, lavish dining, burlesque and live entertainment hosted by Kimberly Nichole and Ruby Murry. Tickets are £85 per person.
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Billy the Bear Halloween Trail brings spooky family fun to Oxford
This half term, the Billy the Bear Halloween Trail returns to Oxford’s Canalside Quarter with a spooky twist. Families can follow Billy’s footsteps, enjoy themed photo spots, and earn a Halloween goodie bag on this free, fun-filled adventure.
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Celebrate Halloween with Flight Club’s Spooky Brunch Special
Celebrate Halloween at Flight Club Oxford’s Spooky Brunch Weekender, with bottomless pizza, prosecco, cocktails, and Social Darts. Running 31 October to 02 November, it’s the perfect mix of food, fun, and frightful festivities.
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Once Upon A Scream at Stowe House
Dig out your best Halloween costumes and enjoy an evening of frightfully good fun at Once Upon A Scream taking place at Stowe House.
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Stars at Stowe Stargazing
Experience an unforgettable night of stargazing at Stowe with UK Astronomy and enjoy a captivating talk on the mysteries of our solar system.
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The Boo Clue! Halloween Trail at Stowe House
Step into the shadowy rooms of Stowe House for The Boo Clue! Trail. Children will follow a path of spooky riddles and playful puzzles.
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Stowe House announces Halloween trails and stargazing for October half term
Stowe House is celebrating half-term with a week of family activities, including a Halloween trail, spooky storytelling, and stargazing with UK Astronomy. Families can enjoy history, creativity, and seasonal fun in a magical setting.
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Pumpkin Festival 2025 at Hadsham Farm
Put on your boots and head to the new pop-up pumpkin picking event at Hadsham Farm in the Oxfordshire countryside near Banbury. Collect a sledge and head to the pumpkin patch, where you can choose your perfect pumpkin.
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Autumn magic and Halloween thrills at Sudeley Castle this October Half Term
Sudeley Castle is hosting a week of Halloween and autumn festivities, including a pumpkin trail, Tudor ghost stories, and a new Phantoms & Fireworks evening. Families are invited to explore the historic grounds and enjoy seasonal magic in the Cotswolds.
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The Pumpkin Picking Patch at Rectory Farm
Rectory Farm’s Pumpkin Patch will open to the public in October, with several pumpkin varieties for you to pick, from traditional orange Racers to tasty Crown Prince Squash and ornamental gourds for table and window displays.
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Waterperry Spooky Halloween Hunt
Take part in the Waterperry Spooky Halloween Hunt throughout this October half term.
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Spooky Afternoon Tea at Waddesdon Manor
Treat the kids to a Spooky Afternoon Tea in the Manor Restaurant this October half-term. Enjoy a ghost meringue, a mummified gingerbread and spooky jelly worms, eyeballs and brains!
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Ghost Fest: Spooky Tours
Spooky Tours at Oxford Castle & Prison’s annual spooktacular Ghost Fest is back! Do you dare visit for one of their evening Spooky Tours?














