HALLOWEEN & OCTOBER HALF TERM EVENTS 2025

Info: Unlike traditional Halloween events that focus on spooky scares, Wizard Glowbeard’s adventure is completely scare-free. Instead, children will dive into a two-hour guided play session filled with songs, activities, storytelling, and imaginative role play.

Dates: Friday 24th October – Sunday 2nd November 2025

Address: Discovery Village, Merritown Lane, Christchurch, Dorset, BH23 6BA

Website: Discovery Village

Info: Visit Athelhampton, one of England's finest Tudor Manor Houses surrounded by stunning architectural gardens and learn about Tudor living history.

Dates: Monday 27th – Friday 31st October 2025

Address: Athelhampton House, Athelhampton Road, Puddletown, Dorset, DT2 7LG

Website: Athelhampton House

Info: Explore the Park to seek out the pumpkins and find the funny bones on the autumn trails. Families can also enjoy themed a pitch’n’putt, traditional lawn games, activity table and complete your quizbooks for a prize. Spend the day exploring the Castle, climb the tower, visit the woodland playground and head to the Café for a treat. Plus, older children can enter the Zombie Barn if they dare!

Dates: Sunday 26th – Thursday 30th October 2025

Address: Lulworth Castle, East Lulworth, Wareham, Dorset, BH20 5QS

Website: Lulworth Castle

Info: Dewflock will be hosting their themed days again and activities include exploring the pumpkin field, maize maze, indoor play barn, bouncy castle, face painting, meet the farm animals and more.

Dates: Various dates

Address: Dewflock Farm, Winterborne Monkton, Dorchester, Dorset, DT2 8NP

Website: Dewflock Farm

Info: Follow the trail in the gardens to discover the pumpkins and solve clues along the way.

Dates: Saturday 25th October – Sunday 2nd November 2025

Address: Sherborne Castle, New Road, Sherborne, Dorset, DT9 5NR

Website: Sherborne Castle

Info: Design your own ingredient to add to the Castle’s magic potion and get creative with crafts in the Education Room on Tuesday and Thursday.

Dates: Sunday 26th – Thursday 31st October 2025

Address: Highcliffe Castle, Rothesay Drive, Highcliffe, Dorset, BH23 4LE

Website: Highcliffe Castle

Info: Embark on a spook-splash-tic underwater journey and discover what lies beneath the surface. And, kids go free when they dress up in a spooky outfit! (Offer available on entry and not valid with online booking).

Dates: Saturday 25th October – Sunday 2nd November 2025

Address: Bournemouth Oceanarium, Pier Approach, Bournemouth, Dorset, BH2 5AA

Website: Bournemouth Oceanarium

Info: Follow the trail, solve the clues, and find the hidden pumpkins. Everyone gets a spooky prize at the end!

Dates: Saturday 25th October - Sunday 2nd November 2025

Address: Symondsbury Estate, Mill Lane, Symondsbury, Bridport, Dorset, DT6 6HG

Website: Symondsbury Estate

Info: Slimey, spooky Halloween daily fun with pumpkin carving, crafts and the creepy crypt, plus much more!

Dates: Saturday 25th October – Sunday 2nd November 2025

Address: Madjeston Milk Station, Cole Street Lane, Madjeston, Gillingham, Dorset, SP8 5JQ

Website: Madjeston Milk Station

Info: It’s the last week of the season and families can enjoy pumpkin carving, live music, Cider pressing, outdoor BBQ, shooting range, horse shoe painting and more.

Dates: Monday 27th October – Saturday 1st November 2025

Address: Dorset Heavy Horse Farm Park, Edmondsham Road, Verwood, Dorset, BH21 5RJ

Website: Dorset Heavy Horse Farm Park

Info: Head to the Castle reception to purchase your activity trail booklet and take a trip around the park to get into the spooky season.

Dates: Wednesday 22nd October – Wednesday 5th November 2025

Address: Durlston Country Park, Lighthouse Road, Swanage, Dorset, BH19 2JL

Website: Durlston Country Park

Info: Learn all about spooky and spectacular spiders and answer questions on the Halloween trail.

Dates: Friday 24th October – Tuesday 4th November 2025

Address: Stour Valley Nature Reserve, 43 Granby Rd, Bournemouth, Dorset, BH9 3NZ

Facebook: Stour Valley Nature Reserve

Info: From tasty treats to hands-on animal activities, and Welly Wanging to crafts, there’s something for everyone.

Dates: Sunday 26th October – Sunday 2nd November 2025

Address: Ellie’s Farm Shop, Lyndhurst Road, Bockhampton, Christchurch, Dorset, BH23 7AB

Facebook: Ellie’s Farm Shop

Info: The mini golf will be transformed into a ghostly, glowing playground. As night falls over Langmoor Gardens, visit and play a round of eerie, illuminated mini ghoulf. As you wind through the holes, watch out for spiders waiting in creepy cobwebs, ghastly ghouls and wicked witches.

Dates: Saturday 25th October – Saturday 1st November 2025

Address: Lyme Regis Mini Golf, Marine Parade, Lyme Regis, Dorset, DT7 3JQ

Facebook: Lyme Regis Town Council

Info: Spiders are scuttling around the Centre, help to find them and join in with autumnal crafts activities. Family drop-in FREE event.

Dates: Saturday 25th October – Sunday 2nd November 2025

Address: West Bay Discovery Centre, West Bay Road, West Bay, Bridport, Dorset, DT6 4EN

Website: West Bay Discovery Centre

Info: Trouble is brewing at Kingston Lacy and the strange folk have arrived. Gather your team for an exciting digital adventure for 7-12 year olds and imaginative adults, and help send them back through the cracks between our world and theirs.

Dates: Wednesday 1st October – 9th November 2025

Address: Kingston Lacy, Wimborne Minster, Dorset, BH21 4EA

Website: National Trust Kingston Lacy

Info: There’s strange reports of ghostly figures roaming around the castle. Can you help the resident ghost detective, Godwin, with his investigation? Explore the Castle to discover what these figures are doing in the ruins and don’t forget to collect your stamp at the end.

Dates: Monday 29th September – Saturday 29th November 2025

Location: Corfe Castle, Dorset, BH20 5EE

Website: National Trust Corfe Castle

Info: This trail is perfect for young adventurers and their families, offering a delightful mix of storytelling, nature exploration, and fun activities. Get ready to uncover the secrets of the woods where every leaf tells a story and every branch hides a mystery.

Dates: Saturday 25th October – Sunday 2nd November 2025

Location: Poole Harbour

Website: National Trust Brownsea Island

Info: Head on an adventure through the beach, dunes, and woodland where nocturnal creatures leave clues behind for brave explorers to uncover. With 10 different activity stations to complete, you’ll track the secrets of which animals come out at night through games, puzzles, and hands-on fun.

Dates: Saturday 25th October - Sunday 2nd November 2025

Address: Knoll Beach, Ferry Road, Studland, Dorset, BH19 3AQ

Website: National Trust Studland Bay

Info: As well as seeing over 230 rescued and endangered monkeys and apes, children can enjoy the brilliant play areas and the activity centre will be open with crafts, competitions and trails. Plus, there’s free entry for all children in full fancy dress on Friday 31st October.

Dates: Saturday 25th October – Sunday 2nd November 2025

Address: Monkey World, Tout Hill, Longthorns, Wareham, Dorset, BH20 6HH

Website: Monkey World

Info: Wander the Pier and keep your eyes peeled for spooky surprises lurking in unexpected places. Solve the Halloween word puzzle and tackle the themed quiz as you go! Once you’ve completed your quiz sheet, head to the Pier gift shop to collect a treat and enter the prize draw for a chance to win some Halloween goodies!

Dates: Saturday 25th October - Sunday 2nd November 2025

Address: Swanage Pier, Pier Approach, Swanage, Dorset, BH19 2AP

Website: Swanage Pier

Info: There’s a whole cauldron full of activities at Nothe Fort with a Halloween mouse hunt, pumpkin golf, games in the family room, ghosty boo bowling, creepy crafts and a spooky cave adventure (Wednesday & Thursday only).

Dates: Saturday 25th October – Sunday 2nd November 2025

Address: Nothe Fort, Barrack Road, Weymouth, Dorset, DT4 8UF

Website: Nothe Fort

Info: A mischievous character has cast a spooky spell over Moors Valley and the rangers need your help to stop it. Purchase your trail pack from the Visitor Centre, solve the riddles, discover clues and uncover who caused the mischief. During half term, children can also enjoy forest walks, mini golf, play areas and themed crafts on selected dated.

Dates: Friday 3rd October – Tuesday 4th November 2025

Address: Moors Valley Country Park, Horton Road, Ashley Heath, BH24 2ET

Website: Moors Valley Country Park

Info: As dusk falls and darkness creeps in, wander the glowing paths and uncover Halloween surprises hidden deep in the woods. But be warned… the darker it gets, the spookier it becomes.

Dates: Thursday 23rd October – Sunday 2nd November 2025

Address: Moors Valley Country Park, Horton Road, Ashley Heath, BH24 2ET

Website: Forestry England

Info: This half term, discover a world of spook-tacular fun at the Swannery. 6 ghoulish games are hidden around the grounds – from skeletons to spiders, pumpkins to messy goo… and more!

Dates: Saturday 25th October – Sunday 2nd November 2025

Address: Abbotsbury Swannery, New Barn Road, Abbotsbury, Weymouth, Dorset, DT3 4JG

Website: Abbotsbury Swannery

Info: Explore the model town and take part in the special Halloween Quiz, face painting, storytelling and more.

Dates: Saturday 25th October – Sunday 2nd November 2025

Address: Wimborne Model Town, King Street, Wimborne Minster, Dorset, BH21 1DY

Website: Wimborne Model Town

Info: Get ready for frightful fun on the Halloween Trail, packed with creepy clues, spooky surprises, and ghostly giggles for the whole family! Then, unleash your inner monster with a mask making activity to take home. AND, children dressed up in full Halloween costume go FREE!

Dates: Monday 27th October – Saturday 1st of November 2025

Address: Shire Hall Museum, High West Street, Dorchester, Dorset, DT1 1UY

Website: Shire Hall Museum

Info: Children will receive a mini activity booklet with a mapped route through the gardens, discovering decorative Halloween scenes. Each display hides a letter to collect and unscramble into a spooky word. The trail finishes at the Summerhouse, transformed into a Potion Room filled with broomsticks, potion bottles, cobwebs and candlelight. Here, children can mix their own mini potion to take home.

Dates: Sunday 26th – Friday 31st October 2025

Address: Mapperton Estate, Mapperton, Beaminster, Dorset, DT8 3NR

Website: Mapperton

Info: Explore the site on a Halloween trail, see the friendly alpacas, visit the Café and take part in themed crafts.

Dates: Sunday 26th – Wednesday 29th October 2025

Address: Longthorns Farm, Longthorns, Wareham, Dorset, BH20 6HH

Website: Longthorns Farm

Info: Expect thrills, laughs, and a few goosebumps as you get up close with some of the world’s most fascinating creepy crawlies. Meet giant insects, amazing arachnids and other incredible invertebrates while discovering spooky facts in a fun, hands-on experience.

Dates: Friday 24th October – Sunday 2nd November 2025

Address: Trinity House, 3 Trinity Street, Dorchester, Dorset, DT1 1XQ

Website: Bugfest

Info: Explore the animal park and gardens to find the hidden spooky pumpkins. Plus, on Thursday and Friday, children can take part in a witches broom making workshop.

Dates: Saturday 18th October – Sunday 2nd November 2025

Address: Kingston Maurward Animals Park & Gardens, Dorchester DT2 8PX

Website: Kingston Maurward Animals Park & Gardens

Info: Try your hand at sculpting spooky sand pumpkins with help from the team and follow the Halloween Hunt for prizes! And, there’s FREE ENTRY for all adults and children in full fancy dress.

Dates: Saturday 25th – Sunday 2nd November 2025

Address: Sandworld, Preston Beach Road, Lodmoor Country Park, Weymouth, Dorset, DT4 7SX

Website: Sandworld

Info: Gear up for spooky outdoor adventures with themed Laser Tag, Axe Throwing or Archery. On a Laser Tag session, children can take part in a spooky candy hunt, survive a haunted warzone, shoot arrows at zombies and pumpkin smashing.

Dates: Saturday 18th October – Sunday 2nd November 2025

Address: Laserguys, Blandford Forum, Dorset, DT11 9HT

Website: Laserguys

Info: Join the reimagined Halloween Parade through town, ending in a Trunk or Treat extravaganza at Melcombe Regis Car Park. Families will enjoy seeing 40 decorated cars plus there’s sweets and gifts for kids, activities, food to purchase and prizes for the best Scary Halloween trunk.

Date: Thursday 30th October 2025

Location: Starting at Millenium Square in Weymouth

Website: We Are Weymouth

Info: There’s an action packed schedule, from fancy dress to spooky movies and biscuit decorating to nail art. Pre-booking essential.

Dates: Tuesday 28th – Friday 31st October 2025

Address: Pamper & Play, Shaftesbury Lane, Blandford Forum, Dorset, DT11 7EG

Facebook: Pamper & Play

Info: The day full of activities are running in various locations across Southbourne. Families can take part in themed games, bouncy castle, slime making, arts & crafts, a spooky scavenger hunt and lots more.

Date: Friday 31st October 2025

Location: Southbourne, Bournemouth

Facebook: Boscombe and Southbourne Rotary

Info: Events running through half term include a rock pooling walk, fossil polishing, clay modelling and drop in activities. On Friday, step into the shadows of Lyme Regis Museum where fossils, ghostly tales, and ghoulish fun awaits! Families will enjoy spooky stories, creepy crafts, face painting, torchlight tours and more.

Dates: Selected dates from Saturday 25th - Friday 31st October 2025

Address: Lyme Regis Museum, Bridge Street, Lyme Regis, Dorset, DT7 3QA

Website: Lyme Regis Museum

Info: There will be nine friendly ghosts hidden around the gardens, find them all to uncover the mystery word! Explorers will also discover fact and quiz signs, learning facts about autumn and nature as they also complete a Halloween quiz during their visit. In addition to this, there's also bug experiences on Tuesday and Wednesday during half term.

Dates: Saturday 18th October – Sunday 2nd November 2025

Address: The Walled Garden, Station Road, Moreton, Dorset, DT2 8RH

Website: The Walled Garden

Info: Families can swoop into a world of mythical fun with a jam-packed programme of dragon-themed activities designed to spark creativity, courage, and a little bit of chaos! Embark on a hunt to track down elusive dragons hiding in historic corners and create your very own dragon companion.

Dates: Saturday 11th October - Saturday 1st November 2025

Address: Museum of East Dorset, 23-29 High Street, Wimborne Minster, Dorset, BH21 1HR

Website: Museum of East Dorset

Info: Family-friendly spooky fun - theatrical, magical, and full of surprises. Board the beautifully decorated heritage steam train at Norden Station. Meet the friendly witch, who’ll weave spine-tingling stories as you travel. Spot ghostly surprises and glowing pumpkins along the route.

Dates: Saturday 25th October – Sunday 2nd November 2025

Location: Norden Train Station to Swanage Train Station

Website: Swanage Railway

Info: The Tank Museum brings the story of tanks and their crews to life. This half term, they’re celebrating Women in Warfare. Enjoy family activities exploring all the roles women have taken in war from WWI to the modern day.

Dates: Saturday 25th October - Sunday 2nd November 2025

Address: Tank Museum, Linsay Road, Bovington, Dorset, BH20 6JG

Website: Tank Museum

Info: Explore the new family-friendly haunted forest trail, filled with fun spooky surprises. With activities which include pumpkin carving, bat box making and face painting.

Dates: Saturday 25th – Friday 31st October 2025

Address: The Blue Pool, Furzebrook Road, Wareham, Dorset, BH20 5AR

Website: The Blue Pool

Info: Embark on an adventure through 27 acres of the enchanting Himalayan gardens, where surprises lurk around every corner. Encounter giant bats, eerie spiders, and countless other spooky delights!

Dates: Friday 17th – Friday 31st October 2025

Address: Minterne Gardens, Minterne Magna, Dorchester, Dorset, DT2 7AU

Website: Minterne Gardens

Info: Look out for ghosts, ghouls and dinosaurs in the woodland walk and have fun seeing how many ghosts you can spot floating in the trees. There’s also themed crafts on Tuesday and a Halloween magic family fun night on Wednesday.

Dates: Saturday 25th October – Sunday 2nd November 2025

Address: Red House Museum, Quay Road, Christchurch, Dorset, BH23 1BU

Website: Red House Museum

Info: Families can follow the spooky trail around the historic house every day during half term and children can make a Halloween ‘scream’ catcher or spooky wreath decoration on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday.

Dates: Saturday 25th October – Sunday 2nd November 2025

Address: Russell-Cotes Museum, West Cliff Promenade, West Cliff Promenade, Bournemouth, Dorset, BH1 3AA

Website: Russell-Cotes Museum

Info: The popular Halloween event is back at Vurlands with a pumpkin and light trail, kids disco, pumpkin carving competition and a fright trail with live actors which is suitable for older children.

Dates: Thursday 30th – Saturday 1st November 2025

Address: Vurlands Animal Farm, South West Coast Path, Dorchester, Dorset, DT2 9DB

Website: Vurlands Animal Farm

Info: Step into the enchanted woodland this Halloween for a spooky but family-friendly adventure. Follow the woodland trail lit with twinkling lights and glowing pumpkins, meet friendly woodland creatures, take part in a Halloween quiz and games hidden along the path, pick your own pumpkin and feed the animals.

Dates: Monday 27th – Friday 31st October 2025

Address: Riverside Lakes, Slough Lane, Wimborne, Dorset, BH21 7JL

Booking: Eventbrite

Info: Venture through the town centre on a Zombie Halloween trail where riddles must be unravelled and puzzles conquered.

Dates: Saturday 25th October – Sunday 2nd November 2025

Location: Weymouth Town Centre

Website: Island Community Action

Info: Bunty the Bone Dog has lost their bones – can you help find them? The spooky Halloween adventure will take you around Upton Country Park. Purchase your trail map from the Welcome Centre and when complete, return it for a creepy cuddly prize.

Dates: Saturday 25th October - Sunday 2nd November 2025

Address: Upton Country Park, Poole Road, Poole, Dorset, BH17 7BJ

Website: Upton Country Park

Info: Get ready to follow an immersive trail, protect the ocean, and complete spook-splash-tastic challenges to become a true Sea Defender.

Dates: Friday 3rd October – Sunday 2nd November 2025

Address: SEA LIFE, Lodmoor Country Park, Weymouth, Dorset, DT4 7SX

Website: Visit SEA LIFE

Info: The Monster Mystery Puzzle Trail is back. Students at Radipole Monster School have just returned back after their Spooky summer holidays, but things look a little different. A new teacher has arrived but not everything is as it seems... Could Mr. Asterius be up to no good? Purchase your trail sheet from Mumma Bee’s Café to find out.

Dates: Saturday 25th October – Sunday 2nd November 2025

Address: Radipole Park

Facebook: Mumma Bee’s Café

Info: Families can pick their own pumpkins at Bincombe Bumps and enjoy more activities which include a haunted house, indoor straw play area, face painting and axe throwing.

Dates: Selected dates from Saturday 4th – Friday 31st October 2025

Address: West Farm, Bincombe, Nr Weymouth, Dorset, DT3 5PS

Website: Bincombe Bumps Events

Info: The Farmer Palmer team and farm park will have a spooky makeover this half term. Additional activities will include the Soak-a-Spook tractor trailer ride, explore the spooky maize maze, face painting, Halloween candy hunt and Snotbags Disco! Also, keep your eyes peeled for the Golden Pumpkins to claim a prize.

Dates: Monday 27th – Friday 31st October 2025

Address: Farmer Palmers, Wareham Road, Organford, Dorset, BH16 6EU

Website: Farmer Palmers

Info: Join the team for a Halloween celebration with Peppa Pig! Ticket includes a themed buffet of tasty treats, meet and greet, and singalong with Peppa.

Dates: Saturday 25th – Friday 31st October 2025

Address: Peek-A-Boo & Brew, 214a Macaulay Road, Broadstone, Poole, Dorset, BH18 8DX

Website: Peek-A-Boo & Brew

Info: There’s some frightfully good activities and events planned at the museum including autumnal arts and crafts, spooky ghost trail and a haunted history hunt.

Dates: Saturday 25th October – Sunday 2nd November 2025

Address: Dorset Museum, High West Street, Dorchester, Dorset, DT1 1XA

Website: Dorset Museum

Info: Southside Funfair is transforming into a spook-tacular destination filled with thrills, chills, and family-friendly fun. There will be zombie rides and attractions, Trick or Treat for kids, Hook a Monster, the Ghost Train of Terror and a Teen Zones for older kids.

Dates: Saturday 18th October – Sunday 2nd November 2025

Address: Southside Funfair, Bowleaze Coveway, Weymouth, Dorset, DT3 6PW

Website: Southside Funfair

Info: Pick up your trail sheet from Wareham Museum and finish back at the Museum to receive your treat.

Dates: Saturday 25th – Friday 31st October 2025

Address: Wareham Museum, East Street, Wareham, Dorset, BH20 4NS

Website: Wareham Museum

Info: Betty the Witch and Bernie the Wizard have messed up their spell and made Avon Heath's animals disappear! Only their shadows remain. Can you help them fix their mistake and finish the trail? There’s more exciting activities happening during half term with creepy crawlies, workshops and craft sessions.

Dates: Wednesday 1st October – Sunday 2nd November 2025

Address: Avon Heath Country Park, Brocks Pine, St Leonards, BH24 2DH

Facebook: Avon Heath Country Park

Info: Head to the Visitor Centre for a series of activities which include a spooky scavenger hunt, Halloween trail, twilight walks, crafts and more.

Dates: Saturday 25th October – Sunday 2nd November 2025

Address: Hengistbury Head Visitor Centre, Broadway, Southbourne, Dorset, BH6 4EW

Website: Hengistbury Head Visitor Centre

Info: Join Outalimits for a family Halloween party with music, dancing, best costume competition, and prizes!

Dates: Sunday 26th, Monday 27th & Wednesday 29th October 2025

Locations: Poole, Verwood & Bournemouth

Facebook: Outalimits Discos

Info: The Halloween Disco hosted by Get Up and Groove will be jam packed with games, epic dance competitions and tons of disco fun!

Date: Friday 31st October 2025

Address: Littledown Centre, Chaseside, Bournemouth, Dorset, BH7 7DX

Website: BH Live Active

Info: Sing away to all your favourite tunes from chart hits to Disney, all hosted by a specialist DJ. To book, call 01202 298350.

Date: Friday 31st October 2025

Address: The Cumberland Hotel, 27 E Overcliff Dr, Boscombe, Bournemouth BH1 3AF

Website: The Cumberland Hotel

Info: The biggest indoor flowpark is hosting a Halloween event with a DJ playing kids tunes, arts and crafts and a Halloween goody bag for all the children.

Dates: Friday 31st October & Saturday 1st November 2025

Address: Prevail Junior, Richmond Gardens Shopping Centre, Old Christchurch Road, Bournemouth, Dorset, BH1 1EP

Website: Prevail Junior

Info: Balloon Madness will be hosting a Halloween disco with a disco dome inflatable, soft play, craft room, games, prizes and more.

Date: Friday 31st October 2025

Address: Lytchett Matravers Village Hall, High Street, Lytchett Matravers, Poole, Dorset, BH16 6DF

Facebook: Balloon Madness

Info: Party in the fun soft play with themed games and prizes, buffet, spooky treats and stickers.

Date: Friday 31st October 2025

Address: Little Pickles Play Café, 723 Wimborne Road, Bournemouth, Dorset, BH9 2AX

Address: Little Pickles Play Café

Info: Enjoy an evening full of soft play fun and disco music, plus kids will receive a Halloween goodie bag.

Date: Friday 31st October 2025

Address: Crazy Monsters, Sunrise Business Park, Higher Shaftesbury Road, Blandford Forum, Dorset, DT11 8ST

Website: Crazy Monsters

Info: On Monday, children can paint, play and meet Rainbow Labubu. On Friday, there’s 2 events, Halloween biscuit decorating and a Halloween themed party with music, dancing, and special appearances by Wednesday Addams, and Bluey and Bingo.

Dates: Monday 27th & Friday 31st October 2025

Address: Lollipops Play Café, 16 Landseer Road, Westbourne, Dorset, BH4 9EH

Website: Lollipops Play Café

Info: With six spine-tingling game modes across the eerie multi-level play frame, your little ones and their friends will have a night full of thrills and excitement.

Date: Wednesday 29th October 2025

Address: Lemur Landings, Tower Park, Yarrow Road, Poole, Dorset, BH12 4NY

Website: Lemur Landings

Info: Get creative with the Wicked Witch and paint pumpkins, wizard wands and scary jellycats.

Date: Saturday 25th & Monday 26th October 2025

Address: The Palm House, Swannery Lake, Commercial Road, Weymouth, Dorset, DT4 7TZ

Facebook: The Palm House

Info: The Mill will be open with flour milling demonstrations. Children can also spot the Halloween Monsters as you look around the Mill and free activity sheets will be available.

Dates: Thursday 30th & Friday 31st October 2025

Address: The Town Mill, Mill Lane, Lyme Regis, Dorset, DT7 3PU

Website: The Town Mill

Info: All weather indoor fun with bouncy castles and inflatables. Events also include music, games and children’s entertainment.

Dates: Sunday 26th - Tuesday 28th & Thursday 30th October 2025

Locations: Poole, Bournemouth & Wimborne

Website: Bouncy Fun Play

Info: Head to the woods and enjoy apple bobbing, potion making, themed crafts, spooky scavenger hunt, pumpkin hammering, seasonal treats, and much more.

Dates: Sunday 26th, Thursday 30th & Friday 31st October 2025

Address: Ower Wood, Owermoigne, Dorchester, Dorset, DT2 8HY

Website: Child in the Wild

Info: Enjoy time in the play area and decorate pumpkins to take home and display. A pizza buffet will be served to the little ones, and grown-ups can purchase hot drinks and cakes from the café.

Date: Thursday 30th October 2025

Address: Wild Ones Play Café, 1442 Wimborne Road, Kinson, Bournemouth, Dorset, BH10 7AS

Website: Wild Ones Play Café

Info: Expect two hours of non-stop family fun packed with a high-energy disco and family rave, hilarious games and challenges, sweet giveaways and incredible special effects.

Date: Wednesday 29th October 2025

Address: Key West Bar & Grill, Pier Approach, Bournemouth, Dorset, BH2 5AA

Website: Party Peeps

Info: Join Little Treasures for Join us for a spooky morning packed with craft activities, music and dancing, face painting, light snacks and a spooky gift for every little guest.

Date: Thursday 30th October 2025

Address: Little Treasures Village, 1st Floor, 21B Saxon Square, Christchurch, Dorset, BH23 1QA

Website: Little Treasures Village

Info: Children will make their very own autumn and Halloween themed decorations and artworks using natural, recycled and scrap materials.

Date: Wednesday 29th October 2025

Address: Bobby’s, The Square, 2-12 Commercial Road, Bournemouth, Dorset, BH2 5LP

Facebook: Fill Your Cup

Info: Visit the visitor centre to make some wildlife themed crafts and learn about the local area.

Date: Monday 27th October 2025

Address: Stanpit Marsh Visitor Centre, Stanpit, Christchurch, Dorset, BH23 1BD

Facebook: Christchurch Countryside

Info: The museum will be bursting with spooky spirit. Enjoy creepy crafts, take on the fang-tastic EYE SPY-der challenge, decorate your very own fossil, and indulge in some devilishly delicious trick or treats.

Date: Wednesday 29th October 2025

Address: Portland Museum, 217 Wakeham, Easton, Portland, Dorset, DT5 1HS

Address: Portland Museum

Info: The Cosy Village Role Play Centre will be hosting a Halloween party with music and party lights, games, and tasty nibbles. Suitable for children 0 – 7 years.

Date: Wednesday 29th October 2025

Address: The Cosy Village Play Café, 1609 Wimborne Road, Kinson, Bournemouth, Dorset, BH11 9AP

Website: The Cosy Village Play Café

Info: Visit the Littledown Miniature Railway for a scary train ride through the old trees.

Date: Friday 31st October 2025

Address: Littledown Parkland, Chaseside, Bournemouth, Dorset, BH7 7DX

Website: Littledown Railway

Info: Wimborne DSME are a group of like-minded model engineers and railway enthusiasts who run a miniature railway as well as many other engineering based activities. Get ready to ride the rails with a Halloween theme.

Date: Saturday 25th October 2025

Address: Wimborne DSME, Merley Park Road, Ashington, Broadstone, Dorset, BH21 3DA

Website: Wimborne DSME

Info: Get ready for a spooktacular party packed with games, music, food, and plenty of surprises.

Date: Friday 31st October 2025

Address: Soundwaves Bar & Kitchen, 1 Old Orchard, Poole, Dorset, BH15 1SD

Facebook: SoundWaves Poole

Info: Animal loving kids will have a blast with a Mad 4 Animals show plus animal handling, a treasure hunt and fancy dress competition.

Date: Monday 27th October 2025

Address: Southern Aquatics, Northmead Drive, Poole, Dorset, BH17 7XZ

Facebook: Southern Aquatics

Info: Enjoy a themed afternoon at the 350-acre nature reserve. A Halloween trail will lead you around the main college campus, offering a fun filled way to access and explore the site. See the rescue animals, view the students hard at work and join in on a creative craft session.

Date: Friday 31st October 2025

Address: Livability Millie College, 74 East Holton, Holton Heath, Poole, Dorset, BH16 6JN

Website: Livability Millie College

Info: Drop off your budding builders for an immersive LEGO® brick experience where they'll explore the magic of the colourful bricks and unleash their imagination.

Date: Tuesday 28th October 2025

Address: Hub on the Heath, 10 Adastral Square, Canford Heath, Poole, Dorset, BH17 8SA

Website: Hub on the Heath

Info: The family Fun Halloween open day will have stalls with treats and goodies, food, face painting, pumpkin carving, scavenger hunt and more.

Date: Saturday 25th October 2025

Address: Broadstone Business Centre, 19B Moor Road, Broadstone, Poole, Dorset, BH18 8AZ

Website: Broadstone Business Centre

Info: There’s 2 events on at Careys Secret Garden this Halloween. During the day, follow the light trail, meet friendly forest folk, and discover a world of mystery, laughter, and playful Halloween surprises. At night, there’s a Halloween experience for braver souls. The Enchanted Forest becomes darker, more atmospheric, and full of lurking shadows, eerie sounds, and jump scares.

Date: Friday 31st October 2025

Address: Carey’s Secret Garden, Garden Wood, Wareham, Dorset, BH20 7PG

Website: Carey’s Secret Garden

Info: Join the team for a FREE Halloween themed craft session at The Ark.

Dates: Thursday 23rd & Thursday 30th October 2025

Address: The Ark, Poole Park, Poole, Dorset, BH15 2SF

Website: The Ark

Info: A fun filled bouncy activity for the kids aged 1-12 years, with a selection of the most exciting inflatables all in one place!

Date: Friday 31st October 2025

Address: Ferndown Leisure Centre, Cherry Grove, Ferndown BH22 9EZ

Website: ABC Leisure

Info: The Skate and Scooter Park will be bursting with fun, colour and energy and children can enjoy music, treats and plenty of sparkle.

Date: Friday 31st October 2025

Address: Streetlight Centre, Stone Lane Industrial Estate, Wimborne, Dorset, BH21 1HB

Website: Streetlight Centre

Info: Lizzie from Art in Poundbury will be leading a session of FREE spooky, creative activities in the Community Room.

Date: Wednesday 29th October 2025

Address: Pips, St John Way, Poundbury, Dorchester, Dorset, DT1 2FG

Facebook: Pips Poundbury

Info: Paint n Game will be holding a spook-tacular Halloween party. Ticket includes painting a 3D model, playing on gaming consoles and board games, sweet treats and a party bag.

Date: Friday 31st October 2025

Address: Paint n Game, 6 Albert Road, Bournemouth, Dorset, BH1 1BZ

Website: Paint n Game

Info: Children can enjoy spending time running around the soft play plus there’s music, dancing, food, and more.

Date: Thursday 30th October 2025

Address: Salt Pig the Farm, High Street, Langton Matravers, Swanage, Dorset, BH19 3EU

Website: Salt Pig the Farm

Info: Bring the family to Brewery Square for a FREE Trick or Treat trail. Grab your map from the Concierge Office, follow the clues around the Square and collect treats along the way. On Friday there’s also face painting and Halloween crafts.

Dates: Tuesday 28th – Friday 31st October 2025

Address: Brewery Square, 3 Copper Street, Dorchester, Dorset, DT1 1GH

Website: Brewery Square

Info: Sturfit are putting on this FREE event for the local community. The Sports Hall will be filled with a range of inflatables, didi cars and games for children to play on.

Date: Tuesday 28th October 2025

Address: Sturfit Leisure Centre, Honeymead Lane, Sturminster Newton, Dorset, DT10 1EW

Website: Sturfit

Info: On Saturday, children be entertained at a Hocus Pocus Brunch and on Friday there will be a Halloween Party with characters and themed activities.

Dates: Saturday 25th & Friday 31st October 2025

Address: Upwey Wishing Well, 161 Church Street, Weymouth, Dorset, DT3 5QE

Website: Upwey Wishing Well

Info: Get ready for a spooktacular afternoon of fun with a fancy dress party, Halloween crafts, spooky tunes, soft play, and lots of treats!

Date: Friday 31st October 2025

Address: Seals Cove, Shoe Lane, Bridport, Dorset, DT6 3EX

Website: Seals Cove

STEVE BACKSHALL: DEADLY LIVE!
Date: Tuesday 28th October 2025

Address: The BIC, Exeter Road, Bournemouth, Dorset, BH2 5BH

Website: BIC

ANNIE
Date: Wednesday 29th October – Saturday 1st November 2025

Address: Bournemouth Pavilion, Westover Road, Bournemouth, Dorset, BH1 2BU

Website: Bournemouth Pavilion

THE WOW BUBBLE SHOW
Date: Tuesday 28th October 2025

Address: The Factory Space, 1172-1180 Christchurch Road, Bournemouth, Dorset, BH7 6DY

Website: The Factory Space

THE WIZARD OF OZ
Date: Sunday 2nd November 2025

Address: The Regent, 51 High Street, Christchurch, Dorset, BH23 1AS

Website: The Regent

HALLOWEEN SPOOKTACULAR
Date: Monday 27th October 2025

Address: The Tivoli Theatre, 19 West Borough, Wimborne, Dorset, BH21 1LT

Website: Tivoli Wimborne

FUN FOR LITTLE ONES: A TRIBUTE TO MS RACHEL
Date: Thursday 30th October 2025

Address: Electric Palace, 35 South Street, Bridport, Dorset, DT6 3NY

Website: Electric Palace

FRANKY
Date: Saturday 25th October 2025

VILLAINS UNLEASHED
Date: Tuesday 28th October 2025

MARK THOMPSON’S SPECTACULAR SCIENCE SHOW
Date: Wednesday 29th October 2025

JUSTIN TIME TO ROCK
Date: Thursday 30th October 2025

Address: Lighthouse Poole, 21 Kingland Road, Poole, Dorset, BH15 1UG

Website: Lighthouse Poole

THE WOW BUBBLE SHOW
Date: Monday 27th October 2025

SPOOKY SCIENCE SHOW
Date: Friday 31st October 2025

Address: The Barrington Centre, Penny's Walk, Ferndown, Dorset, BH22 9TH

Website: Barrington Centre

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Purple Moon (Bournemouth)

Glow Wonderland (Poole)

Itsy Bitsy Dance (Poole & Bournemouth)

Jiggy Wrigglers (Poole)

Moo Music (Bournemouth)

Bloom Toddler Classes (Bournemouth)

Tappy Toes (Colehill)

STEMventures (Bournemouth, Christchurch & Poole)

Moo Music (Sturminster Newton, Blandford & Gillingham)

Over the Moon (Blandford)

Jiggy Wrigglers (Blandford)

Mini Professors (Weymouth)

Parnham Park Forest School (Beaminster)