Halloween In London For Kids: The Best Spooky Fun For Families 2024
There are lots of things going on this Halloween in London for kids so are you ready for some family-friendly spooky fun?!
Many of London’s biggest attractions are getting in on the spooky fun. They are going to be some of the best Halloween events in London for kids.
We’ve listed all of the best things to do at Halloween in London with kids including ghoulish tales, pumpkin carving, scary movies and much much more.
Looking for Halloween events near you? We have a post on Halloween events around the UK to help you with your search.
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If you’re visiting London with kids, you might like to check out our family guides to visiting London.
The Most Family-Friendly Restaurants In London
30 Fun and Free Things To Do In London With Kids
Best hotels for families in London
or visit our London for families section on the blog for a load more London content.
Halloween events in London for families are changing all the time and we may not manage to update this post with all of them. One place to check for really fun Halloween experiences for families in London is Fever.
The best things to do at Halloween in London for kids
London Dungeon
One of the most scary attractions in London gets just a little more scary at Halloween!
Book a visit to the London Dungeon if you dare… more info to come. It is one of the best things to do at Halloween in London with kids.
It is advisable not to take very young children. Here’s our guide on the best age to visit the London Dungeon.
It is also advisable to pre-book your tickets because they can sell out over half-term. You’ll also save money by pre-booking.
If you love the Merlin attractions, take a look here to see what’s on at the Merlin attractions this Halloween.
- Shrek’s Adventure (see our Shrek’s Adventure review).
- London Eye (see our London Eye review).
- Madame Tussauds (see our Madame Tussauds review).
- Sea Life
We also have a guide to things to do in the Waterloo area of London. There’s so much going on, you could spend a whole day there!
Address: Riverside Building, County Hall, Westminster Bridge Road, London, SE1 7PB.
Date: 13th to 31st October 2023.
Tower of London
Another attraction that has more than one scary story to tell is also putting on a London Halloween event for kids this year.
Halloween at the Tower of London is a fun Halloween experience for kids. Follow the trail of the spirits of the Tower’s past.
See also our guide to the Tower of London for families including tips on when to go and what to see.
Address: Tower of London, St Katherine’s & Wapping, London, EC3N 4AB.
Date: 21st to 29th October 2023.
Hampton Court Palace
Another one of the Royal palaces is being transformed by spooky spells and offering one of the most family-friendly half term Halloween events in London.
Experience the creepy sound effects as you visit Hampton Court Palace (which is notoriously haunted) during Halloween at Hampton Court Palace. Spot the carved pumpkins as you explore the haunted gardens.
It is one of the loveliest places to visit in London at Halloween with kids.
Address: Hampton Court Palace, Hampton Court Way, Molesey, East Molesey, KT8 9AU.
Date: 21st to 29th October 2023.
Chelsea Physic Garden
If you’re looking for family Halloween events in London that get you back to nature, take a look at what Chelsea Physic Garden is offering.
See here for their Halloween Broomstick workshop. Learn how to make your own broomstick using plant materials foraged at the Chelsea Physic Garden.
You can also have a go at pumpkin carving where you will learn all about pumpkins and the autumn garden. Pumpkin carving will take place in the spooky shed.
Finally, there’s a family theatre event – ‘The Ghost Detectives‘ from 25th to 31st October.
Address: Chelsea Physic Garden,66 Royal Hospital Road, Chelsea, London, SW3 4HS.
Date: Broomstick workshop is on 23rd & 25th October and pumpkin carving is on 24th & 26th October 2023.
Thames Rocket Thriller
If you’re looking for an adrenaline rush this Halloween, take a look at the Thames Rocket Thriller.
Take a 50-minute speedboat tour down the river Thames with a gruesome crew dressed to scare and with a spooky story or two to share.
Literally one of the most thrilling things to do with kids at Halloween in London!
Address: The London Eye Pier, Boarding Gate One, London, SE1 7PB.
Date: TBC.
Photo Credit: Thames Rockets.
Eltham Palace Wizards of Once
Every Halloween, English Heritage put on a fun some fun Halloween events in London for kids. Eltham Palace in Greenwich is no exception. See here for more details.
Gather round for tales from our spooky storytellers and solve creepy clues in our Halloween Quest.
Book online and save 10% or take out an English Heritage membership and enjoy visits to English Heritage properties all year.
Take a look on the English Heritage website to see what’s going on during the October Half Term in London.
Address: Eltham Palace, Court Yard, Eltham, Greenwich, London, SE9 5NP.
Date: 21st to 29th October 2023.
London Zoo
There’s plenty of spooky fun to be had at London Zoo this Halloween. learn some spells at Ghoul School. Decorate a petrifying pumpkin (for an additional charge). Navigate through the extinct species graveyard and much more…
This is a lovely day out for the whole family and one of the best family-friendly Halloween events in London.
Address: London Zoo, Outer Circle, London, NW1 4RY.
Date: 21st to 31st October 2023.
Photo Credit: London Zoo
Covent Garden Mum Halloween Trail
Halloween Trick or Treat trail is a free Halloween trail around the Covent Garden area. It’s a great way to get to know the area and perfect if you’re looking for free Halloween events in London for kids.
See also pumpkin market at Covent Garden.
Address: Covent Garden.
Date: 27th October 2023 between 12pm and 5pm.
Go Ape
If you like Go Ape, why not give it a go in the dark?
Sundown Series in Battersea Park
Address: Battersea Park (closest to Albert Bridge Gate).
Date: Sessions run between Friday 13th October and Saturday 4th November.
London Wetland Centre
Are you brave enough to explore the interactive trail during Eek week! at the London Wetland Centre? Try your hand at pond dipping and potion making while you’re at it.
Keep in mind that they also run a lovely Christmas light experience.
Address: WWT London, Queen Elizabeth Walk, Barnes, London, SW13 9WT.
Date: 21st to 29th October 2023.
Hoxton Street Monster Supplies
Why not stock up on some truly terrifying treats at Hoxton Street Monster Supplies in the East End of London.
Having been supplying Vampires, Werewolves and Sasquatches in London since 1818, they know a thing or two about Halloween treats!
They also have a new store in Leadenhall Market, next to the Leaky Cauldron (of course!). See also Harry Potter London experiences and best Harry Potter days out in the UK.
Address: Hoxton Street Monster Supplies, 159 Hoxton Street, London, N1 6PJ and 41 – 42 Leadenhall Market, Bull’s Head Passage, London, EC3V 1LT.
Date: Year round.
Other ideas for Halloween in London with kids
Hamleys
Pop along to Hamleys and you might catch a glimpse of a spooky character or pick up a Halloween toy.
Address: Hamleys, 188-196 Regent Street, London, W1B 5BT.
Date: October half term.
Clapham Grand
Fancy a scary movie? Why not head to the Clapham Grand for a Halloween evening screening of Hocus Pocus?!
Address: The Clapham Grand, 21-25 St John’s Hill, London, SW11 1TT.
Date: 31st October 2023.
Cutty Sark
Address: Cutty Sark, King William Walk, London, SE10 9HT.
Date: TBC.
Kidzania
Check out the Nightmare Dance, Halloween Trail and Costume competition at London’s Kidzania.
Address: Kidzania, 1 Ariel Way, London, W12 7GA.
Date: TBC.
Gunnersbury
Enjoy some Halloween pumpkin carving at Gunnersbury Park.
Address: Gunnersbury Park, Popes Lane, London, W3 8LQ.
Date: TBC.
Syon Park
Come and enjoy some Horrible Halloween fun at Syon Park this Halloween. There are ‘Creepy Critters’ and a family trail ‘Ghastly Guts, Gory Gravy and GUNPOWDER!’
Address: Syon Park, Brent Lea, Brentford, TW8 8JF.
Date: 25th to 29th October 2023.
Horniman Museum
Although the Horniman Museum hasn’t announced any Halloween fun yet, keep an eye on their website as they usually have something going on.
Address: Horniman Museum, 100 London Rd, London, SE23 3PQ.
Date: TBC.
Halloween events in London for older kids
Natural History Museum
Enjoy Halloween evening at one of the best museums in London for families. Halloween at the Museum is a museum tour after dark with a difference!
The tours run from 18.45 to 22.30 so this is really an event for older children.
Address: Natural History Museum, Cromwell Road, London, SW7 5BD.
Date: 31st October 2023.
Eltham Palace
Ghost Tales at Eltham Palace is for older kids (16+) and adults.
Address: Eltham Palace, Court Yard, Eltham, Greenwich, London, SE9 5NP.
Date: 27th, 28th & to 31st October 2023.
London Ghost Walks
Being one of the most historical cities in the world, it is no surprise that London has a wealth of ghost stories.
This Halloween, how about taking a Ghost Tour to learn all of London’s ghoulish secrets.
Address: Location depends on the walk you are doing. See website for details.
Date: Year round.
Jack the Ripper tour
What better night of the year to take a Jack the Ripper tour than Halloween?!
Address: Exit 1, Aldgate East Underground Station
Date: Year round.
Charles Dickens Museum
The Ghost of London Past – a ghostly guided tour of the Charles Dickens Museum.
Address: Charles Dickens Museum, 48 Doughty Street, London, WC1N 2LX.
Date: 31st October 2023.
Halloween Events near London
Chessington
Every Halloween, Chessington becomes a little more scary than usual with Howl’o’ween.
See our review of Chessington with kids for tips on visiting.
Book your tickets in advance and save money.
Address: Chessington World of Adventures Resort, Chessington, Surrey, KT9 2NE.
Date: 7th & 8th and 14th to 30th October 2023.
Legoland
This Halloween you can enjoy all the fun of Legoland with a Halloween twist during Brick or Treat.
See our review of Legoland with kids for tips on visiting.
Book your tickets in advance and save money.
Address: LEGOLAND® Windsor Resort, Winkfield Rd, Windsor, SL4 4AY.
Date: 28th September to 5th November 2023.
Dark Arts Harry Potter Studios
Discover the Dark Arts and experience Halloween at Hogwarts.
Read our guide to visiting the Harry Potter Studios.
If you need somewhere to stay nearby, take a look at these hotels near the Harry Potter studios.
Address: Warner Bros. Studio Tour London, Studio Tour Drive, Leavesden, WD25 7LR.
Date: 15th September to 5th November 2023.
Tumblestone Hollow
Follow the clues around the mysterious world of Tumblestone Hollow and the Gardens at Stonor to win a special chocolate prize (or an alternative treat). Folk of Tumblestone Hollow will be reading stories from ‘The Moon Witch and The Thief’ and giving away spooky temporary transfers. There will be pumpkins galore and ghoulish surprises.
Address: Warner Bros. Studio Tour London, Studio Tour Drive, Leavesden, WD25 7LR.
Date: 15th September to 5th November 2023.
Blenheim Palace
Take a trip to Blenheim Palace this Halloween where ghosts, ghouls and witches get ready to deliver a whole host of tricks and treats along a spooktacular trail.
See also our guide to the Christmas light trail at Blenheim Palace.
Address: Blenheim Palace, Woodstock, Oxfordshire, OX20 1UL.
Date: 20th to 29th October 2023.
Paradise Wildlife Park
Visit Paradise Wildlife Park (see also best Dinosaur attractions) this Halloween and encounter the Dinos After Dark!
Combine it with a walk around the sculpture trail at Broxbourne Woods.
Address: Paradise Wildlife Park, White Stubbs Lane, Broxbourne, EN10 7QA.
Date: 20th to 22nd and 27th to 29th October 2023.
And finally, if you’re looking for more Halloween days out from London for families – why not give pumpkin picking a go?!
Pumpkin picking near London
There are lots of places within easy reach of London to go and pick your own pumpkin. We have a whole post dedicated to finding the best pumpkin patches near London. Many of them have lots of Halloween activities for kids in addition to their pumpkin patches so you can make it a fun day trip from London.
See also:
- Pumpkin picking in Essex
- Pumpkin picking in Hertfordshire
- Pumpkin picking in Cambridgeshire
- Pumpkin picking in Kent
- Pumpkin picking in Bedfordshire
If you’re looking for days out from London, or even Halloween breaks, take a look at what’s going on in the neighbouring counties.
If Halloween is nearly over then it’s surely time to start thinking about Christmas?
We have some great Christmas posts – including the best things to do at Christmas in London with kids, where to find the best Christmas lights in London, the best Christmas markets in London.
We hope you enjoyed our London Halloween events post. If you have any more ideas for things to do at Halloween in London for kids, please send us a message!
