Halloween Events at Trafford Centre 2025

This October, Trafford Centre transforms into Manchester’s ultimate Halloween destination! Whether you’re searching for the best Halloween events in Manchester, family-friendly activities, or a spine-tingling scare experience, Trafford Centre has something for everyone. Discover thrilling rides, immersive Fright Nights, pumpkin painting. Perfect for families, teens, and Halloween fans of all ages.

Halloween Fair at Trafford Centre: Dates, Tickets & Attractions

Step right up for the most exciting Halloween fair in Manchester! Enjoy nerve-shredding rides, a spine-tingling atmosphere, and carnival vibes outside The Great Hall. Attractions include Terror Towers, Jumbo Circus, Magic Mouse, Rock Rage, and many more.

Dates: 25 October – 2 November, 2–8pm daily
Tickets: £3.50 on the gate, £2.50 online (+ booking fee).
Ride tokens: £1 each (rides cost 3–5 tokens).

Fright Night: Manchester’s Ultimate Halloween Scare Experience

For three terrifying evenings, the Halloween Fair gets turned up to screaming level! Creepy characters roam the grounds, creating a truly immersive scare experience for daring teens and adults. This event is recommended for over 12s as younger guests may find this experience too frightening!.

Dates: 30 October - 1 November, 7.30pm - 9.30pm
Tickets: Included with Halloween Fair entry.

Family-Friendly Halloween Activities at Trafford Centre

Looking for Halloween activities for families in Manchester? Children will love getting involved in Pumpkins and Potion Crafting. Join Wanda Web and Jack O’Lantern for pumpkin painting, eerie face painting, and creepy crafts.

Dates: 27 October Pumpkin Painting, 28 October Boo Box Coffins, 29 October Witch & Wizard Hats
Tickets: Included with Halloween Fair entry.

The Big Wheel: Eerie Nighttime Views

Ascend into the misty night sky for breathtaking views of Trafford Centre and Manchester—perfect for Halloween selfies!

Dates: Open daily from 25 October
Tickets: Ride tokens to be purchased on arrival.

Gandeys Spooktacular: Circus Thrills

Under the big top, enjoy death-defying stunts, illusions, and a macabre finale that will stalk your dreams.

Dates: 10 October - 2 November.
Tickets: to be purchased online.

Why visit the Trafford Centre for Halloween 2025?

Simon Layton, Centre Director at Trafford Centre, says:

"Halloween is one of the most exciting times of year for us at Trafford Centre, and this year’s line-up is bigger and better than ever. From spine-chilling rides and late-night scares to pumpkin painting for the little ones, we’ve created an experience that everyone can enjoy. We can’t wait to welcome families, friends and thrill-seekers alike for a Halloween celebration like no other."