As the leaves turn to fiery hues and a crisp breeze fills the air, Kingston comes alive with a world of enchanting experiences that cater to children and adults alike.
With a bewitching line-up of events, exclusive offers and activities this half term, you’re in for a treat! Prepare for ghostly gatherings, creepy crafts, and an unforgettable spooky season in Kingston👻
Download the InKingston App to plan your perfect Halloween day out🦇 Access all local events, 15+ exclusive offers like up to 30% off and 2-for-1 deals, available only until 1st November. And enter a spook-tacular giveaway for a £200 voucher! Find out more here
ACTIVITIES & EVENTS
For Families & Children
With the little ones off school for a whole week, there’s lots of places with Halloween events in town that guarantee spooky entertainment! And don’t worry, there’s not just activities for kids; keep reading for what’s on this October half term 😉
Cass Art
Halloween Art Workshops For Kids🪄 – 17th & 28th October
Join local artist Natasha for fun, hands-on art workshops designed for children aged 6–12. Explore painting, mixed media and seasonal creative projects in a friendly, supportive environment, with all materials provided. Tickets from £20
Spooky Halloween Art Workshops for Children & Teens – 21st, 23rd, 30th and 31st October
Join artist and teacher Sally Minns for a fun-filled art workshop for children and teens aged 6–14. Choose from spooky activities including decorating a Trick or Treat bucket, making Halloween decorations or creating your own Halloween-themed painting. Tickets from £20
Warhammer Club Kingston: Halloween Get-Together – 24th October
Open to both new and experienced Warhammer enthusiasts, including adults and teens, this friendly event is a chance to meet fellow players, share your creations and enjoy the community.
Attendees will also receive 10% off in-store on the day. Free entry!
Rosa’s Thai
Kids’ Halloween Roll Making Workshop – 17th October
In this fun, hands-on cooking session, your little ones will get creative and learn how to make fresh Thai-style summer rolls using colourful vegetables, noodles, herbs, and tasty fillings. Open to children aged 9-13 y/o.
This is a free event and each participant will receive a complimentary children’s meal! Find out more.
The Fighting Cocks
Youth Anthems Kingston Halloween Bash!🎃 – 11th October
Get ready for a high-energy day of ska, psychobilly and grunge rock for all ages!
Hot Squash bring horn-fueled party ska punk from Leeds, Thee Creepfreaks deliver psychobilly rock ’n’ roll, and local youth band Wires bring grunge indie rock.
Enjoy Halloween fun and face painting from 12.30pm to 2pm, followed by live music from 2pm to 5pm. Under 18s enter for only £3.
The Rose Theatre
Room on the Broom🧹 – 27th October – 1st November
Jump aboard the broom with the witch and her cat for a magical adventure at the Rose Theatre! Suitable for ages 3+ y/o. Book your tickets here.
For Adults
Hi adults👋Of course we wouldn’t forget about you! Kingston’s nightlife can’t be topped, especially during the Halloween season. Let’s explore what’s on during the witching hour🔮
The Fighting Cocks
Comedy Horror Movie Night🎬 – 7th October
Travel back to the 70s with one of the most iconic musical pictures ever made! Based on the stage show, this timeless classic takes you on an experience of drag, eerie mansions and experiments👀 Screening starts at 7pm – FREE entry!
Doctor Who Quiz🔍 – 18th October
Jump in the TARDIS and join TFC’s first Doctor Who quiz!
With trivia questions from the 2005 – 2017 run, it’s time to test your knowledge from the Silence to the Sontarans! Brush up on your Eccleston, Tennant and Smith eras and throw on your bowties for a night of trivia, fancy dress, themed decor and drinks! Entry is only £2
Slasher Horror Movie Night🎥 – 28th October
It wouldn’t be Halloween without an iconic slasher film at the Fighting Cocks!
Filmed in just 20 days, this slasher introduced us with one of horrors most iconic villains and now has 12 sequels!🩸Screening starts at 8.30pm – FREE Entry!
Halloween Animation Movie Night🎃 – 28th October
Expect eerie doppelgängers, a mysterious talking cat and, of course, buttons… Lots of buttons at this iconic gothic animation👀
Join for a spooky screening that’s perfect for animation fans and anyone looking for a Halloween treat with a darker twist! Screening starts at 6.30pm – FREE Entry!
Apocalypse Now-ish🧟♂️ – 31st October
Apocalypse Now-ish brings an explosive lineup to Kingston for a night of alternative sounds, high-energy performances and Halloween atmosphere.
Whether you’re dressing up or simply looking for a night out, expect a lively evening at one of Kingston’s favourite alternative music venues. And YES there’s a fancy dress competition, dress to impress your fellow ghouls …and your casket! Book your tickets
Old London Road Café
Creative Writing Workshop: Release The Bats🦇 – 15th October
Practise your writing, explore your voice, and scratch out your own Gothic Horror in this fun and fiendish workshop to celebrate the approach of Halloween!🍂🦇
No experience needed! Just bring your imagination and notebook or laptop. Limited spaces available!
Bacchus Late Bar
Bacchus Halloween: Go To Hell … For Heavens Sake😈 – 31st October
Expect all night Overdrive rock and metal hits from resident DJ Mell amongst the themed decor and enjoy special themed cocktails to keep the night young…🩸
With drink deals starting from just £2.95, fancy dress competitions and prizes to be won, it’s guaranteed to be a ghoulish night! £4 Entry before Midnight
WHERE TO BUY YOUR HALLOWEEN COSTUMES & DECORATIONS
Stuck between choosing a cute cat costume, or a scary witch outfit? Never fear – Kingston’s got you covered with a range of places to sort your Halloween costume, with the addition of some creepy decor!😈
Partica
This family-owned shop on Fife Road has all of your Halloween party needs – from personalised balloons to a range of costumes, it’s a great stop for planning your perfect bash.
Flying Tiger
For cute and spooky decorations with a signature Scandi style, check out Flying Tiger on Clarence Street!
Character
The UK’s first Character store has a range of onesies and costumes from all your favourite characters, located in the Bentall Centre.
Claire’s
Located in the Bentall Centre, Claire’s Accessories have some great options for the perfect Halloween costume for your little ones.
Krish
This independent family-run business on Eden Street specialises in fancy dress, spooky decorations and the most terrifying masks👺 making it a one-stop shop for all your Halloween needs.
Primark
With both Halloween costumes and autumnal-themed homeware, Primark has great options for a full-on spooky bash or a cosy October dinner party – check out their range on Eden Street.
The Works
The Works provides a range of creative craft activities to make your own Halloween decorations!
Cass Art
Create your own enchanting decorations with a myriad of art supplies from Cass Art on Clarence Street including glow in the dark paint!
H&M Kids
H&M Kids in the Bentall Centre offers a wide selection of Halloween costumes and accessories for children, to bring their spooky characters to life🧟♀️