Halloween Events taking place in Suffolk
Use the below to find the latest events going on in the region and a range of other things to do/places to eat in the area.
Toffee apples, lanterns, monster masks, and fairy wings; there is something decidedly exciting about Halloween – no matter how old you are.
There are lots of ways to celebrate Halloween. It’s the perfect excuse to bake some bat shaped cookies, light some orangey candles, or make some popcorn and host a horror movie night. Not to mention all the sweets that you have to buy ‘just in case we get trick-or-treaters’…
Whether you’re a gutsy horror fan with an unflinching love of all things scary, or a glitter and glue stick advocate with a flair for crafting the best fancy dress costumes, we have something for you to get involved in this Halloween…
Before you read on, you may also be interested in our What’s on in Suffolk guide or browse our other upcoming event guides below:
Halloween at Easton Farm Park
Easton Farm Park, Pound Corner, Easton, Suffolk, IP13 0EQ
Visit the farm this Halloween and get spooked in the Creepy Crawly Maze and Fright Barn. Make Halloween crafts, follow the Witches Trail for your Trick or Treat and visit the Pumpkin Patch to take away your very own pumpkin.
Date: October 24th to 31st 2026
Tickets: Adult £15.95 | Child £15.95 | 2 and under FREE | Family of 4 £60 | family of 5 £75
HALLOWEEN AT STONHAM BARNS PARK
Pettaugh Road, Stonham Aspal, Stowmarket, Suffolk, IP14 6AT
tonham Barns Park is preparing for a Spooky Fun Day to celebrate Halloween when there will be two children’s Halloween Parties to bring on some family fun. Situated in The Barn there will be craft activities, games, a colouring competition and a fancy-dress competition.
The retail, leisure and holiday destination venue is staging the two parties – one in the morning and one in the afternoon – and some activities for the half-term week including a The Ghost Trail or What’s In the Window Competition at its retail village. Families just need to complete a form as part of the competition and return it to Carters of Suffolk to collect a prize. Cartoons will also be part of the entertainment on offer.
Date: Thursday 26th October 2026
Tickets: See website
NightMARE at the Museum
Palace Street, Newmarket, Suffolk, CB8 8EP
It looks as if it is going to be another NightMare at the Museum, this spooky season!
Join us on Thursday 29th October for a Spooky Scavenger Hunt through the Museum grounds – you might even meet a few scary characters along the way. Plus, get creative with a range of creepy crafts, play some ghoulish games, enter our Fab-Boo-lous fancy-dress competition (even our horses will be joining in on the fun!) and collect your Halloween treat bag. Refreshments available to purchase throughout the evening.
Dates: Thursday 29th October 2026
Time: 5:30pm
Tickets: Adult £6.00 | Children £4.00
Places to Stay in Suffolk
SCARESVILLE | KENTWELL HALL
High Street, Long Melford, Suffolk, CO10 9BA
Scaresville returns this October with all its signature screaming and associated laughter.
As ever, we’ll concentrate all effort upon creating inventive Scares to scare and entertain visitors with no time for them to catch their breath. The live action immersive experience will once again provide a unique night not matched anywhere else in this mortal realm… or East Anglia.
Be prepared for an evening of adventure. As you cross over into a twilight world, where reality and imagination merge, you will encounter thrills, spills, scares and dares, as you traverse the woods, buildings, and parkland of Scaresville.
Dates: Nightly from 15th October – 31st October 2026
Times: 18:30 – 22:00
Tickets: £33.50 – £46.10
Pumpkin Night – Suffolk Food Hall
Suffolk Food Hall Ltd, Wherstead, Ipswich, IP9 2AB
In aid of Brave Futures, we are hosting our own Pumpkin Carving Competition and welcome every child and adult far and wide to enter their beautifully carved pumpkin, for a donation of just £2. Whether you’re an expert pumpkin carver or just having some fun, we would love to see your entry – the more creative the better! The winner will receive a luxury Food & Drink Hamper, perfect for sharing with your fellow carving team or indulging in yourself! Carved pumpkins are to be dropped at Suffolk Food Hall between 9am 29th – 12pm 30th October.
Come along to our Pumpkin Night Event on 30th October 4pm – 6pm and vote for your favourite carved pumpkin! All carved pumpkins will be on display outside in a magically lit setting for you to cast your vote. Entry is £2.50 per person. What to expect at the event:
Dates: 30th October 2026
Times: 4pm – 6pm
Murder Mystery Dinner
Suffolk Food Hall Ltd, Wherstead, Ipswich, IP9 2AB
s Halloween time approaches, the Ministry of Monsters are meeting for their annual conference. All the usual suspects are there with their stalls, the vampires running night-time yoga, witches peddling cauldron maintenance kits, it’s been rumoured even the invisible man is due to appear, that is if anybody can find him!
However, as the council convenes, they are (somewhat ironically) given a fright themselves! It seems the head of the Council has met their maker, and it’s clear foul play is at hand.
Dates: 30th October 2026
Times: 7pm – 10.30pm
Let’s Get Crafty at The Hold
Suffolk Archives at The Hold, Ipswich, IP4 1LR
Come along to The Hold during the half-term to enjoy some family friendly spooky crafty fun!
Suitable for children aged 4 -11 years old.
Children must be accompanied by an appropriate adult at all times.
Dates: Thursday 29th October – Saturday 31st October 2026
Times: 10:30am – 12:30pm