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Whether you are looking for family-friendly Halloween activities or a real scare-fest for horror-loving adults, Bristol has many suitable events to choose from. We have selected some of our top picks for you to look through.
Stay right in the heart of Bristol’s spooky side this Halloween at Future Inn Bristol. Perfect for ghost-hunting solo travellers, couples, and groups, our hotel puts you within easy reach of the city’s most haunted buildings, eerie lanes, and chilling tales. After a night of thrills and frights, return to spacious bedrooms with large Canadian-style beds, complimentary WiFi, and tea and coffee facilities. Families are welcome too — kids stay free and under-fives eat free. With free parking and hearty meals in Chophouse Restaurant & Bar, including a monster-sized breakfast, Future Inns is the ultimate base for a haunted Halloween escape.
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When the 31 October descends, the vampires, zombies and witches of the city come out to play. But just where do they go? Halloween this year falls on a Friday, so expect lots of events taking place over the weekend. From haunted walks and eerie spirits to pumpkin carving, Bristol has something scary or to thrill everyone this All Hallows' Eve.
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Halloween Events for Adults in Bristol
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Murder Mystery Dinner Experience
Friday 31 October 2025 | 7pm
You are invited to a night of murder, mystery and intrigue. An interactive murder mystery over dinner with live actors. Become an active participant in unravelling the mystery.
£45 per person (Adult only event)
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Tour a Graveyard
11 - 31 October 2025
Step into the shadows at Arnos Vale Cemetery with the Morbid Curiosity Evening Tour, where you'll uncover chilling tales of drownings, murders, strange accidents, and diseases of the past. Not for the faint-hearted (or for children), this after-dark experience promises a spine-tingling night of history and horror.
Halloween Silent Disco
1 November 2025
This Halloween, Bristol hosts its biggest silent disco yet across two iconic venues – Bristol Aquarium and We The Curious. With multiple music channels, interactive exhibits, spooky settings, and one ticket giving you access to both venues, it’s set to be the city’s ultimate 18+ Halloween party.
FEAR at Avon Valley Scream Park
10 October - 1 November 2025
FEAR Scream Park is not for the faint-hearted, with five terrifying scare attractions to push you to your limits. Brave the blood-curdling X4, VITA NOVA and The Core, or even take part in a live exorcism if you dare.
For younger visitors or those after a less intense experience, FEARless offers a tamer version of the attractions. Beyond the scares, the park comes alive with fire shows, street performers, thrilling fairground rides and plenty of stalls to keep the adrenaline pumping all night.
Fancy Dress Bristol City Centre
31 October 2025
Chance & Counters on Gloucester Road is hosting a fang-tastic Halloween Party packed with spooky fun. Expect a creepy cocktail or mocktail on arrival, a trick-or-treat D20 roll, over 500 games to play (including cult classic ATMOSFEAR), plus a fancy dress competition with prizes up for grabs. With food, drinks, and plenty of games, it’s the perfect alternative to crowded clubs this Halloween.
Family Halloween Events in Bristol
Get the whole family into the spooky spirit with Bristol’s Halloween events, packed with pumpkin patches, fun trails, creepy crafts, and kid-friendly frights. From interactive shows to festive activities, there’s something for everyone to enjoy this October.
Pick Your Own Pumpkins
27 September - 31 October 2025
Roam through the massive pumpkin patch and select the one you want at Avon Valley Adventure and Wildlife Park. If you do not wish to purchase a pumpkin, you can use it as a backdrop for a family photograph or your Instagram grid. There are many autumnal treats and warming drinks to keep you going while you enjoy fair rides, games, theatrical performers, and fire shows.
Bristol's Largest Pumpkin Patch
25 - 31 October 2025
Head to Central Space at Cabot Circus - opposite our hotel - for Probably The Biggest Indoor Pumpkin Patch! This free, weatherproof autumn activity is packed with hundreds of pumpkins, golden leaves, and even a giant snail sculpture - perfect for snapping those cosy seasonal photos. It’s ideal for families looking to soak up some pumpkin perfection without muddy boots. Plus, don’t miss the spooky self-guided Halloween Snail Trail, where kids can follow clues around shop windows to win a pumpkin if they crack the code in time.
Treasure Island Story Walk
16 or 30 October 2025
Did you know that Bristol is where Long John Silver ran a pub called The Spyglass? Bristol is full of hidden spy holes, dark secrets and dirty deeds. Hear the story from where it all began – Bristol Docks.
As well as the history of piracy in Bristol, the Show of Strength Theatre Company has also promised lots of terrible pirate jokes. They’ll bring along Ted, the fact-checking parrot, too, to make sure the pirate gets the story straight. The walking event is suitable for those aged 8 and over.
Haunted Walking Tour
Friday Nights
What could be more fitting than embarking on the Haunted and Hidden Bristol Walking Tour at Halloween?! The tour reveals the darker side to Bristol’s history. Hear about Clifton’s ghostly Dwarf Highwayman, see a haunted cinema, visit a 16th-century haunted house and other supernatural goings-on.
As seen on "Most Haunted", this fun 90-minute walk combines haunted buildings plus TV and film locations. They run every Friday night at 8pm or private walks can also be arranged.
Woeful Wounds at Brunel’s SS Great Britain
25 October - 2 November 2025
This October half term, experience the magic of special effect make-up and receive your very own Woeful Wound. The team will create cuts and blisters that the galley crew would have suffered during their time working in the kitchen at sea on children.
Alongside this, you can explore strange and unusual things happening aboard the Brunel’s SS Great Britain, including ghostly apparitions of crew and passengers. Plus, a terrifying turnip trail, each revealing fascinating facts about Victorian Halloween traditions. So, step aboard – if you dare!
Bristol Film Festival
11 October - 29 October 2025
The Bristol Film Festival is held at several locations in Bristol, such as Redcliffe Caves and Averys Wine Cellar. Films include The Bride of Frankenstein, The Descent, Beetlejuice, Sleepy Hollow, Hocus Pocus, The Rocky Horror Picture Show, Shaun of the Dead and Twilight.
Howl-oween
25 October - 2 November 2025
Howl-oween: Creatures of the Dark at Bristol Zoo Project offers a spooky, family-friendly twist on Halloween. Expect activities like a trail and scavenger hunt through shadowy corners, the “Den of Darkness” to learn what animals get up to after dark, ghost tales, arts and crafts, and even biofacts you can touch.
Halloween at Wookey Hole
4 October - 2 November 2025
Wookey Hole transforms into the Home of Halloween, with spooky cave adventures, pumpkin patches, trails, fancy dress, circus shows, and more. This year also features special events with bestselling author Emma Carroll – the perfect place for families to make magical, spooky memories.
Bristol Ghost Tours
Wednesday to Sunday
Bristol Ghost Tours offers an atmospheric, theatrical walking tour through some of the city’s oldest and darkest corners, bringing together tales of pirates, murders, public executions and even vengeful monks. The tour runs from Wednesday to Sunday at 7.30pm outside Bristol Cathedral, winds through the medieval streets - including King Street, Christmas Steps, Colston Street - and finishes in Queen's Square. The guides - like Dr Lynch and Mrs Needles - add extra flair with spooky storytelling and interactive bits to heighten the mood.
Halloween Costumes Bristol
Get ready to spook in style! Bristol is full of places to pick up the perfect Halloween fancy dress costume, whether you’re looking for creepy, cute, or classic looks.
Chaplins Fancy Dress – Established for over 30 years, Chaplins offers a wide range of costumes for various themes, including pirate, wild west, 1920s, and 1980s. They provide both costume sales and rentals, along with accessories like wigs, masks, and face paints.
Poppers The Party Shop – A family-run, independent store operating for over 20 years, Poppers is known for its extensive selection of fancy dress costumes for all ages, party decorations, and balloons. They also offer delivery services within Bristol.
Bristol Costume Services – Specialising in theatrical and film costumes, Bristol Costume Services boasts over 90,000 items in stock. They cater primarily to the entertainment industry but also offer costumes for hire to the public.
The Costume Store – The Costume Store provides a vast array of accessories and personal props suitable for stage, television, and film productions. They welcome visitors by appointment.
Haunted Places to Visit
From haunted pubs and theatres to eerie estates and even the city’s most iconic landmarks, Bristol is brimming with ghost stories that span centuries. Whether it’s headless horsemen, phantom monks, tragic love stories, or mysterious murders, each tale adds a spine-tingling layer to the city’s already rich history. Exploring Bristol’s haunted places isn’t just about chasing chills – it’s a journey through time, where folklore and fact blur to create unforgettable stories. Dare to seek them out, and you might just encounter a ghostly figure of your own…
Experience a Bristol Halloween
Family Hotel in Bristol City Centre
Future Inn Bristol is a modern and comfortable hotel in Bristol city centre. It offers easy access to key attractions and vibrant areas, making it an ideal choice for families exploring the city. The hotel features spacious and airy bedrooms, perfect for keeping everyone together.
The Superior Double Rooms have two double beds, or choose the City King Rooms, some of which interconnect with the City Twin Rooms. Each bedroom has free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, a desk and workspace, and a laptop safe. Added comforts such as complimentary robes, tea and coffee-making facilities, and filtered water enhance the overall experience. The biggest perk of staying at our Bristol hotel is the free parking at Cabot Circus, directly across the road from Future Inns.
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Future Club Rewards
For additional benefits, you can join the Future Inns hotel loyalty program. Alongside a member's discount rate, for every £1 you spend on accommodation, you earn 1 reward point. You also get a complimentary drink voucher to redeem in the bar when you dine. Plus, you get double points when you eat in the restaurant. Points collected can then be used to upgrade your bedroom to a suite or a free night's stay. It's also completely free to join!
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Family Restaurant in Bristol
Chophouse Restaurant offers a modern twist on classic dishes showcasing the best of the region's produce.
From hearty breakfasts to indulgent dinners, it is ideal for both hotel guests and locals alike.
Whether you enjoy a succulent steak, a hearty burger, or a fresh fish dish, every meal delivers bold flavours and satisfying portions.
Additionally, the restaurant features an inviting bar area, perfect for enjoying a drink.
A large selection of drinks is also available, including popular local brands Buttcombe, Bristol Harvey Cream and Bristol Rum.
Naturally, there's a good choice of soft drinks, including refreshing fruit juices, tea, coffee, and mocktails.
Frequently Asked Questions
What Halloween events are taking place in Bristol?
Bristol offers a range of Halloween events, including haunted walks, pumpkin patches, and themed attractions. Notable events include the Avon Valley Scream Park and the Haunted and Hidden Bristol Walking Tour.
Are these events suitable for families?
Yes, many events cater to families, offering kid-friendly activities like pumpkin carving and trick-or-treating. However, some events may be more suited for adults due to their scare elements.
Do I need to book tickets in advance?
It's recommended to book tickets in advance for popular events, as they can sell out quickly. Check the event organisers' websites for ticket information.
Are there any free Halloween events in Bristol?
Some events may offer free entry or activities, such as certain haunted walks or public pumpkin displays. It's best to check local listings for free events.
Where can I find more information about Halloween events in Bristol?
Local event listings, tourism websites, and social media pages often provide up-to-date information on Halloween events in Bristol.
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