Are you looking for what to do in Oxford and across Oxfordshire this October half term and Halloween?
Look no further. We’ve scoured the length and breadth of Oxfordshire and put together a list of the best October half-term and Halloween activities, events and things to do in Oxfordshire.
There are loads of things to do with kids – even if a downpour threatens to send you inside – including child-friendly shows and great things to do indoors with the kids over the October half-term in Oxford and across Oxfordshire.
And dare we mention that ‘Trick or treat’ season is also upon us. What to do with little ones dressed up for a celebration that may very well look and feel a little bit different this year due to the “rule of six” as well as local lockdown restrictions across many parts of the country.
Have a look at our suggestions below and get planning. We hope this list will help you to find all the half-term and Halloween activities near you for a truly amazing time – from half-term on Friday, 20 October to Halloween on Tuesday, 31 October.
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IF Oxford 2023
When: 06 to 29 OctoberWhere: Venues across OxfordFestival website View event: IF Oxford 2023IF Oxford returns in 2023 with events from 06 to 29 October 2023. It is a thought-provoking and interactive science and ideas festival that creates an opportunity to bring together hundreds of researchers with thousands of people every year – with science, ideas and creative activities for everyone to explore.
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Ghost Fest Spooky Tours at Oxford Castle & Prison
When: 16 to 31 OctoberWhere: Oxford Castle & PrisonBuy tickets View event: Ghost Fest Spooky Tours at Oxford Castle & PrisonOxford Castle & Prison’s annual spooktacular Ghost Fest is back with Spooky Tours! Do you dare visit for one of their evening Spooky Tours? Hear the haunting stories of their 1,000-year past and let their gruesome history come to life! It won’t be too long before their ghosts reveal themselves!
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The Witch’s House at Cogges
When: 20 to 29 OctoberWhere: Cogges Manor FarmBuy tickets View event: The Witch’s House at CoggesThere’s witchery afoot this autumn as the manor house and grounds at Cogges Manor Farm are transformed into The Witch’s House for a Halloween-themed October half-term. It promises to be great fun for all the family as you wander through spooky rooms and complete a series of tasks.
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Ministry of Science LIVE – Science Saved The World
When: 20 OctoberWhere: New Theatre OxfordBuy tickets View event: Ministry of Science LIVE – Science Saved The WorldJoin the presenters as they dive deep into the world of science and look at how science shapes the modern world we live in with a few loud bangs along the way. Expect 20ft Liquid Nitrogen clouds, exploding Oxygen and Hydrogen balloons, Fire Tornados, Hydrogen bottle rockets, ignited Methane and even a self-built Hovercraft.
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Waterperry Spooky Halloween Hunt
When: 21 to 05 OctoberWhere: Waterperry GardensBuy tickets View event: Waterperry Spooky Halloween HuntTake part in the Waterperry Halloween Hunt throughout this October half term. It costs £3.00 per child with a prize. Children must be accompanied by an adult for whom the garden entrance fee applies. Open from 10.00am till 5.30pm daily.
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John Lawson’s Circus at Millets Farm
When: 22 to 28 OctoberWhere: Millets Farm CentreBuy tickets View event: John Lawson’s Circus at Millets FarmRoll up, roll up! John Lawson’s Circus is back at Millets Farm Centre this October Half Term! With an entirely human cast and lots of new acts this enthralling Halloween themed show is a great family experience not to be missed. The circus is located next to the maze field, accessed via the overflow car park.
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Oxford STEM Fest by Science Oxford
When: 24 OctoberWhere: Wood Centre for InnovationRegister View event: Oxford STEM Fest by Science OxfordOxford STEM Fest is a unique opportunity to nurture interest in STEM at a critical moment in a young person’s education as they explore opportunities for their future studies and careers. The event is open to all students in Year 9 and above. Places are limited and attendance is register-only.
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Henley Spooktacular Bonfire & Fireworks 2023
When: 28 OctoberWhere: The Henley ShowgroundBuy tickets View event: Henley Spooktacular Bonfire & Fireworks 2023Billed as the UK’s biggest family-friendly Halloween-themed low-noise firework event, Henley Spooktacular Bonfire & Fireworks is a spectacular spooky night of spine tingling fireworks and thrilling entertainment for the whole family. Dress up and come and enjoy a fairground, hot food and drink, bonfire, light show and fireworks.
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Halloween at Blenheim Palace
When: 20 to 29 OctoberWhere: Blenheim PalaceBuy tickets View event: Halloween at Blenheim PalaceAs Halloween creeps closer and the days shorten, there’s a chill in the air at Blenheim Palace, where ghosts, ghouls and witches get ready to deliver a whole host of tricks and treats along a spooktacular trail. Your very spookiest Halloween starts here…!
Pumkin picking in and aroud Oxfordshire
It’s that time of the year. That’s right, pumpkin season is here. Whether you associate it with Halloween or not, Pumpkin picking, a somewhat American concept, has taken off in the UK, with patches and pick-your-own farms springing up all over the place. Here are our favourite places to go to pumkin picking in and aroud Oxfordshire.
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