You might think Suffolk is a place of calm and tranquillity, and you wouldn’t be wrong. However, come Halloween in Suffolk, beneath the picture-perfect surface lies a shadowy world of spooky tales, bloody histories, and ghost stories. Our events range from thrilling scares to family-friendly magic. Here’s a selection of Halloween events for adults and children in 2024. Enjoy some scary fun for all!
Halloweenies at Kentwell Hall – 27th October to 3rd November
Spend a day at Kentwell’s School for Sorcery, a magical Halloween world, perfect for spooky and safe half-term fun for children aged 3 to 14. Explore spooky zones around the historic house’s grounds with fun activities and challenges along the way. This event is set to delight and entertain the whole family.
Enjoy a day at Sorcery School at Kentwell Hall.
Ghost Tours in Bury St Edmunds – 31st October 2024 to March 2025
Join the Ghostly and Macabre Walk to explore Bury St Edmunds’ haunted history. Your guide will lead you through ghostly tales, foul murders, and eerie sights as you pass through the haunted churchyard. Tours begin on Halloween night (31st October) and continue on Fridays until March 2025. Suitable for ages 14 and above, the tours last 90 minutes, starting outside Marks and Spencer in Buttermarket. Pre-booking is required
Halloween at Easton Farm Park – 26th October to 3rd November
Enjoy farm activities, meet the animals, and take part in extra half-term fun. Explore the Pumpkin Patch, get creative with Halloween Crafts, and brave the Creepy Crawly Maze for little ones or the terrifying Fright Barn for those who dare. This family-friendly event promises a blend of farm fun and Halloween spooks for all ages.
Decorate a pumpkin ready for Halloween at Easton Farm Park.
ScareTacular at Southwold Maize Maze – 25th to 3rd November
This family-friendly event features ghoulish pedal go-karts, a haunted house, pumpkin carving, face painting, and much more. Don’t miss the daily fancy dress parade and spooky barn
Pedal go karts Southwold Maize Maze.
Scaresville – Selected dates 16th to 2nd November
Prepare yourself for an evening of spine-chilling scares at Kentwell Hall‘s immersive experience, Scaresville. Traverse the woods and buildings as reality and imagination blur in this unmissable Halloween event for those aged 18+. Booking is essential.
Boo at the Zoo at Africa Alive – 26th to 28th October 2024
Africa Alive is hosting Boo at the Zoo, a three-day Halloween event packed with family-friendly activities. Visitors can enjoy a spooky train ride, bug handling, crafts, a fancy dress parade, and a foam party. Magic shows, balloon modeling, and more are set to entertain guests amidst the zoo’s animals. Tickets start at £9.50 for children and £12.50 for adults, and early booking is recommended to enjoy a spooky adventure.
Africa Alive Reserve
Trick or Treat at Landguard Fort – 30th to 31st October
Get ready for a spooktacular adventure at Landguard Fort, as it transforms into a magical realm for your little ones aged 3-12! Follow the Trick or Treat Trail through eerie, decorated corridors and spooky rooms, collecting sweet treats from friendly characters along the way. Held in the historic fort grounds, this child-friendly event is perfect for celebrating Halloween in a safe and fun environment. Book early to secure your spot!
Prepared to be scared at the spooky Landguard Fort.
Halloween Half Term at Framlingham Castle 26th October – 3rd November 2024
Gather your little monsters for a ghoulishly good day out at Framlingham Castle this half term. Travel back to the 17th Century as you visit to the Witch Finder’s tent, where you can try on weapons and armour, and take part in thrilling sword-fighting games. Then meet our Witch Finder General who will show you show how to detect and deal with an infestation of witches!
Plus, explore the castle in our Halloween Quest as you solve creepy clues and gruesome tasks.
Halloween Half Term fun at Framlingham Castle.
