Halloween events in Greater Manchester

Spooky season is almost here, and whether you’re looking for a trick or a treat, Greater Manchester has a whole host of events to help you celebrate in style. For little ones, the city region is once again getting a bewitching makeover as the iconic MCR Monsters take over the rooftops and streets. There's also a whole series of spooktacular fun from pumpkin patches to free Halloween days, Halloween parties to spooktacular live shows. But this year, grown ups don’t have to miss out on the fun either with a series of blood-curdling events to help you get into the spooky spirit.

Here's a round-up of the most spooky and spell-binding events taking place across the city region this Halloween:

Free Halloween Days
Pumpkin Patches, Halloween Trails and Magical Crafts
Halloween Feasting
Spooktacular Live Shows
Halloween Fun for Grown Ups

Free Halloween Days

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Beware the MCR Monsters are taking over Manchester's roof tops and streets, from Monday 26th October, alongside free family festival, Halloween in the City Weekender on Saturday 24^thOctober. Don't forget your fancy dress costumes.

24 Oct 2027 - 25 Oct 2027

Halloween in the City Weekender

Mark the arrival of Halloween with a weekend of monstrously good events. Celebrate the MCR Monsters' 10th birthday with live performances, party games and fancy-dress fun, plus storytelling, spooky DJs, a birthday bake-off and the spectacular Walk the Plank monster procession. Free family events…

14 Nov 2026 - 30 Nov 2026

Secret Society Skeleton Activity

People's History Museum

Meet the Secret Society skeleton, become a curious code breaker, spin your own spooky story, and discover the trick or truth stories behind the Match Girls' Strike. Collect your activity sheet from the welcome desk and create your own spooky skeleton mask, inspired by a mysterious painting…

Pumpkin Patches, Halloween Trails and Magical Crafts

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Outdoor adventures and pumpkin picking offers the perfect opportunity to have fun in the crisp Autumn weather whilst learning about nature and farming. Explore Greater Manchester's green spaces in a whole new way as they are taken over by seasonal activities. Explore the giant pumpkin sculptures that have popped up over Chester Zoo, the perfect way to add a little extra adventure to your visit.

Halloween Feasting

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Halloween banquets are popping up over Greater Manchester make the perfect opportunity to dress up in your best costumes and enjoy tasty treats. Little Monsters will enjoy tucking into a delicious breakfast at The Ivy with spooky surprises along the way.

Spooktacular Live Shows

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Do you dare enter the spooky experiences Greater Manchester has to offer this Halloween? The legendary Gandey's Circus returns to the Trafford Centre filled with frights, delights and dazzling sites for the whole family. Or join in the ghoulish fun of the Halloween Ghost Train at East Lancashire Railway.

Halloween Fun for Grown Ups

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Halloween fun isn't just for the children, Manchester's nightlife comes to life with special events running over the weekend.

24 Oct 2027 - 31 Oct 2027

Halloween at Medlock Square

Get into the spooky spirit at Medlock Square this October, with Halloween treats, cocktails and giant monsters taking over the East Manchester destination. From 24–31 October, spot The Medlock Monster as part of Manchester’s #MCRMonsters trail, before discovering seasonal specials across…

Make This Halloween One to Remember

With so much happening across the city, it’s worth giving yourself time to take it all in. Start planning your trip now and be part of an exciting Halloween in Manchester!