October Halloween Half Term Fun

Halloween Half Term fun in Great Yarmouth

Fairground frights, spooky spectacles and a hauntingly good time are guaranteed in Great Yarmouth this October when the seaside town transforms into a Halloween hotspot packed with fang-tastic family events. From free fireworks to award-winning scare nights, a circus Spooktacular, pumpkin picking plus, fright-free fun for little ones, the coastal resort has something for everyone.

Highlights include:

Fairground Frights

The award-winning Fairground Frights returns to Great Yarmouth’s famous Pleasure Beach this October for six thrilling nights of fearsome fun. Featuring eerie costumed actors, sinister surprises, scare mazes, Halloween tunes and cocktails it will run from 5:30pm to 9pm from Saturday 24th October to Saturday 31st October (excluding Monday 26^th).

All the attraction’s 20 plus fun-filled rides will be Halloween themed with wristbands for this event for unlimited access to all rides, scare mazes and attractions (height restrictions apply). The event is suitable for ages 10 and over. The Pleasure Beach will also be open for daytime fun from the 24th of October to 2nd of November 12 - 5pm Please visit The Pleasure Beach website to book your tickets.

Halloween Spooktacular at the Hippodrome Great Yarmouth

Jack Jay & Johnny Mac return for another spooktacular adventure at the Hippodrome Circus for all the family this October half-term. "Halloween Spooktacular" is renowned for delivering "spooks, not scares," making it the perfect Halloween event for the entire family. Alongside the comedic antics of Jack and Johnny, the show will feature an incredible cast of world-class circus performers, showcasing jaw-dropping aerial acts and amazing stunts that are sure to leave audiences spellbound.

CBBC and Cbeebies actor James Mackenzie will also be returning this year!

The Hippodrome’s Spooktacular runs from October 22nd through to November 1st for further information please visit Hippodrome Circus to book your tickets or call 01493 738877

Great Yarmouth’s Sealife gets a scary makeover at the Sea Life 'Ascarium'
Families visiting Great Yarmouth’s Sealife over half term will be encouraged to complete some spook-splash-tic magical challenges throughout the aquarium and to help Serafina the witch look after her ocean home and fellow sea creatures. They’ll also be plenty of photo opportunities and games. For more information visit the Sea Life Centre to book your tickets

Fireworks and racing at the Yarmouth Stadium
An afternoon and early evening of fantastic family fun awaits at Yarmouth Stadium on Sunday 2^nd November where they’ll be stock car and banger racing from 4pm followed by a gigantic fireworks display. Family tickets £50 (two adults and three children), adult tickets are £20, kids aged 5-14 £8 and under 5 years go free. Further information here

Joyland Halloween Theme Nights

Joyland theme park in Great Yarmouth is offering a host of Halloween fun for half term. Designed for younger children, it will feature trick-or-treating, spooky photo opportunities, children's face painting and Halloween craft. Taking place during half term week from 7pm to 9pm young and old alike can enjoy unlimited rides on the legendary Super Snails, a big draw for visitors since the attraction opened in 1949. For more information visit the website Spooky Snail Trail at Joyland.

Addams Family - The musical at the Gorleston Pavilion Theatre

Dare to spend an evening with The Addams Family — where love is strange, dinner is dangerous, and “normal” is highly overrated.

When Wednesday Addams brings her perfectly ordinary boyfriend home to meet the delightfully unhinged family, one fateful dinner turns into a night of shocking secrets, outrageous laughs, and toe-tapping musical numbers.

Spooky, hilarious, and unexpectedly heartfelt — this is a night at the theatre you won’t want to miss. Snap up your tickets… if you’re brave enough. For more information visit the Pavilion Theatre website to book your tickets

Hirsty’s Family Fun Park’s Halloween Hoot

Pumpkins take centre stage at Hirsty's Family Fun Park's Halloween Hoot open from 10am to 4pm on 18^th and 19^th October and from 25^th October to 2^nd November. Families can pick their own pumpkin from Hirsty's pumpkin patch and carve a spooky face in the covered carving area. There will also be a Halloween theme to the farm attraction’s ‘Mega Maze’ (a giant corn maze), plus the chance to make the most of the onsite activities including a barrel train, zip wire, hay bale mountain, crazy croquet and jumping pillows. For more information visit Hirstys Book at: http://hirstysfamilyfunpark.co.uk/

Half term stays in Great Yarmouth

There are plenty of accommodation options offering every comfort and delight for your half term stay in Great Yarmouth ranging from holiday parks to hotels, self catering cottages right through to top quality B&Bs - visit our dedicated accommodation page here to search for your perfect stay.

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Spooky Snail Trail at Joyland - Halloween Nights III

Address

Joyland, Marine Parade, Great Yarmouth, Norfolk, NR30 2DL

Telephone

01493 844094

Great Yarmouth

26th, 28th & 31st October - Joyland Spooky Snail Trail – Halloween Nights III
Get ready for a frightfully fun evening at Joyland with the return of our Spooky Snail Trail: Halloween Nights III!
Join us for a special ticketed Halloween event packed…

Dates

From:: 26 Oct 2026
From:: 28 Oct 2026
From:: 31 Oct 2026

BIG Wednesday October Fireworks

Address

Marine Parade, Great Yarmouth, Norfolk, NR30 3AH

Great Yarmouth

October 28th - BIG WEDNESDAY fireworks are back in Great Yarmouth on October 28th this year.
The free seafront fireworks will commence at 6.30pm
Further details to be announced so watch this space!!

Dates

From:: 28 Oct 2026Various Opening Times

Childrens Halloween Party

Address

The Lacon Arms, Seaview Road, Hemsby, Great Yarmouth, Norfolk, NR294JG

Telephone

01493733281

info@thelaconarms.co.uk

Hemsby, Great Yarmouth

29th October - KIDS' HALLOWEEN PARTY AT THE LACON ARMS!
Calling all little monsters, witches and cheeky pumpkins… join us for an evening of spooky fun, dancing and delicious treats! ️
The Lacon Arms, Hemsby
Thursday 29th October 5:30pm–8:30pm
️ £12…

Dates

From:: 29 Oct 2026Open 17:30 - 20:30

Family Halloween Party

Address

Britannia Pier, Marine Parade, Great Yarmouth, Norfolk, NR30 2EH

Telephone

01493 842914

sales@www.britannia-pier.co.uk

Great Yarmouth

29th October - Family Halloween Party at Long Johns Bar

Bring the whole family down to Long Johns Bar, Britannia Pier for a spooktacular evening of fun, games, and Halloween magic!

Dates

From:: 29 Oct 2026Open 18:00 - 20:30

The Addams Family Musical

Address

Pavilion Theatre, Pier Gardens, Gorleston, Great Yarmouth, Norfolk, NR31 6PP

Telephone

01493 662832

bookings@gorlestonpavilion.co.uk

Gorleston, Great Yarmouth

29th to the 31st October - Dare to spend an evening with The Addams Family — where love is strange, dinner is dangerous, and "normal" is highly overrated.

When Wednesday Addams brings her perfectly ordinary boyfriend home to meet the delightfully…

Dates

From:: 29 Oct 2026Open 19:30 - 22:00
From:: 30 Oct 2026Open 19:30 - 22:00
From:: 31 Oct 2026Open 14:00 - 16:30
From:: 31 Oct 2026Open 19:30 - 22:00

Yarmouth Stadium Halloween Havoc

Address

Yarmouth Road, Caister, Great Yarmouth, NR30 5TE

Telephone

01493 720343

Great Yarmouth

29th October 2026 - Yarmouth Stadium Halloween Havoc Night with stock car Destruction Derby the final chapter!!!

The Wicked Witch v the Wonderful Wizard plus fantastic banger racing also featuring junior bangers.plus spooky competitions, fancy…

Dates

From:: 29 Oct 2026Open 18:00 -

Glitter and Ghouls

Address

The Ice House, Bridge Road, Great Yarmouth, Norfolk, NR31 0FL

Info@gywpride.org

Great Yarmouth

31st October - Great Yarmouth & Waveney Pride's spectacular 18+ Halloween party! DJ Paula O all night; dazzling glamour from Bigg Taystee; spooky thrills from Cavity the Clown; Lucinda La‑Whore with trick‑or‑treat fun & apple bobbing. Fancy dress…

Dates

From:: 31 Oct 2026Open 19:00 - 23:50

Halloween at Harley's

Address

Harley's, Newport Road, Hemsby, Norfolk, NR29 4NW

Hemsby

31st October - Halloween is back at Harley's.
This year's Halloween Party will be on Saturday, 31st October 2026 - Halloween Night - From 8:30PM. With a Live Spooktacular Performance by Stardust Duo.
There will be Halloween Cocktails, Halloween…

Dates

From:: 31 Oct 2026Open 20:00 - 23:50

The Empire Bloodshake Chorus

Address

Marine Parade, Great Yarmouth, Norfolk, NR30 2EJ

theempiregy@gmail.com

Great Yarmouth

31st October - THE BLOODSHAKE CHORUS ARE BACK.
After two years away, the zombies are crawling out of their graves for ONE NIGHT ONLY in 2026.
This Halloween, The Bloodshake Chorus return to The Empire, Great Yarmouth for a night of blood, sweat,…

Dates

From:: 31 Oct 2026

Yarmouth Stadium Gala Firework and Racing Night

Address

Yarmouth Road, Caister, Great Yarmouth, NR30 5TE

Telephone

01493 720343

Great Yarmouth

1st November 2026

Yarmouth Stadium Gala Night with stock car and banger racing with a GIGANTIC firework display Sunday 1st November - gates open at 3.45pm with car park open from 3pm. Thrills and spills, fun for all the family

No advance booking,…

Dates

From:: 1 Nov 2026