Family-friendly frights, spooky trails and the biggest Halloween event in UK theme parks.
Alton Towers goes all-out for Halloween. From pumpkin trails and character meets for little ones to full-blown scare mazes for teens and adults, there's a Halloween experience for every visitor.
What to know before you visit
- Family Halloween by day — Pumpkin trails, character meets and spook-tastic shows for kids.
- Scarefest by night — Live-actor scare mazes for teens and adults after dark.
- Cheaper online — Save money on gate prices when you pre-book your Halloween visit.
- Stay overnight — Add a themed resort hotel stay for the full spooky weekend.
Frequently asked questions
When is Halloween at Alton Towers?
Halloween at Alton Towers means Scarefest — running weekends in October and daily through October half-term. The park opens late (until 9:00pm+) so you get after-dark rides and scare mazes.
Is Halloween at Alton Towers scary for kids?
Scarefest includes family-friendly Halloween activities as well as more intense ticketed scare mazes. For 2026, some thrill mazes are recommended for ages 12+, rather than all mazes being strictly 15+. Choose experiences that suit your family and check each attraction's current guidance.
Do the big coasters run at Halloween?
Yes — all the major coasters (Nemesis, Wicker Man, Oblivion, The Smiler) run through Scarefest, and riding them after dark is one of the highlights of the event.
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