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Discover a wealth of outdoor events, indoor activities, and spooktacular Halloween fun across South East England this October half-term. Watch out, you'll find some spooky adventures with a few jump scares, wizarding magic, and friendly ghosts along the way, along with the chance to enjoy the autumn colours and award-winning all-weather attractions.
Explore our spooktacular list for ideas and inspiration for things to do and places to visit over the October half-term and Halloween, or keep heading down to the bottom of the page to find hundreds of ghoulishly fun events to keep the whole family entertained.
Use the search bar at the top of the page to filter events by specific dates or counties. You can find fiendish things to do in Hampshire, Isle of Wight, Sussex, Kent, Surrey, Dorset, Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, and Oxfordshire. If you're looking for something near you, or if you are travelling to a part of South East England for a short break or day trip, use the 'map view' button to find something local to you, or head on over to specific county what's on pages in the navigation to find something right for you. Don't forget you can sign up below to receive October half-term events straight to your inbox.
Most schools in South East England break up for the October half term on Friday 24th October 2025, returning to school on Monday 3rd November 2025. Schools in the Isle of Wight however get an extra week off with students breaking up a week earlier on Friday 19th October returning to school on Monday 3rd November 2025. Halloween falls on a Friday this year and as always is celebrated on the 31st October.
Don't forget our rainy day guide is also here to help whatever the October half-term holiday weather brings, ensuring you have a great day out.
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Exhibitions
Chichester
An exhibition sharing the story of the Christian faith in Sussex, revealed through people, events and objects, from 1075 to the present day.
To mark our 950th anniversary, we are delighted to present Religion, Rebellion & Reformation, an exhibition…
Performing Arts
Edenbridge
The Festival Theatre events run throughout the year in our gorgeous locations at Hever Castle including our flagship stunning theatre re-built in 2024, Chiddingstone Castle and Penshurst Place & Gardens.
We will not be playing in August at Hever…
Childrens Events
Haywards Heath
This Halloween half term, Fizz Pop Science bring their high energy shows and captivating science tricks to the Borde Hill.
Explosive Reaction Show: 11.00am – 11.30am
Get ready for a Halloween science extravaganza! Be mesmerised by jaw dropping…
Arts
Bexhill-on-Sea
The Sussex Guild is delighted to return for its eighth show at the De La Warr Pavilion this Autumn. You'll find almost fifty makers in the ground-floor auditorium showing well designed and beautiful work, all hand made in small workshops and…
Theatre
Maidstone
Joe Meloy Maidstone's favourite Dame as seen in the Hazlitt Theatre's Pantos returns to the Hazlitt with thier very own Halloween show!
After the success of 'Dame Dolly's Spooktacular Show', she's back with a brand new show for Halloween…
Exhibitions
London
This display in the Painted Hall presents documents and artefacts belonging to two of the thousands of Wrens who completed their training at the Royal Naval College during the war years.
Walking
Hastings
Have fun (re-)discovering Hastings, spotting things you've never noticed before, with two quirky treasure hunt style heritage walks - a fun and affordable way to get some fresh air, whilst exploring this historic seaside town. Curious About…
Festival
Totton, Southampton
Head to Sunnyfields farm this Autumn to view and take pictures with the wonderful variety of pumpkins on display and create happy memories with loved ones down on the farm.
There will be thousands of pumpkins, squash and other cucurbits to pop…
Music
Winchester
The evening will feature classics from the Dire Straits catalogue and include a Q & A with a/v led by Paul Cummins (ex-Dire Straits management). Paul will be asking questions, during which John will reveal the story and development of the band from…
Childrens Events
Ower, Romsey
Have the BEST. DAY. EVER at Paultons Park this Halloween. This October half term bring the family to the friendliest and most frightful Halloween theme park event in the UK. Back for another year with even more spooky fun to be had! Peppa Pig World…
Exhibitions
Chichester
Acclaimed visual artist Rana Begum RA transforms our historic staircase with No.1367 Mesh, her iconic suspended, colourful mesh clusters, creating a vibrant blend of history and contemporary art.
Film
London Road, Whitchurch
Join us for one of our upcoming Cinema Nights at Bombay Sapphire Distillery and get ready to immerse yourself in an unforgettable experience.
What's included
• Arrival Gin & Tonic Cocktail from our Turbine Bar
• Showing a film in our Sapphire…
Outdoor Event / Activities
Aldermaston, Berkshire
Wasing Estate is delighted to announce the return of its annual 'Pick Your Own Pumpkins & Woodland Trail' event this Autumn, running on selected dates between 17th–31st October 2025.
Nestled in the heart of Berkshire, this enchanting experience…
Comedy
Winchester
20 years in stand-up for the Taskmaster cheeky texts icon, multi-award-winner, YouTube cult figure, Radio 4 favourite and recently Baby Reindeer actor: Watson returns after seasons at the Adelaide, Melbourne, Sydney and Edinburgh comedy festivals…
Tour
Ryde
For a unique experience only offered on the South Coast, try a Hovercraft Experience Flights on your next visit to Portsmouth or the Isle of Wight
Arts
Portsmouth
This October Half Term we’re delving into the murky medicine and hair-raising healing of fifteenth century life.
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