Halloween is on 31st October every year. Many events run on the nearest weekend.

Where can we go pumpkin picking near Swindon?

Farms in Wiltshire and the surrounding area often run pumpkin patches in October. Check our Halloween events guide for current listings.

Are there family-friendly Halloween events in Swindon?

Yes. Venues in and around Swindon run spooky trails, pumpkin events, and family activities. See our Halloween guide and What's On.

Halloween Events and Activities in Swindon | 2026

Listings on The Swindon Post from Sunday, 18th October 2026 to Sunday, 1st November 2026.

Halloween at Roves Farm, Roves Farm, Thursday, 22nd October 2026, 9am
Halloween Farm Trail at Lotmead, Lotmead Farm, Saturday, 24th October 2026, 10am
Halloween Ghost Train, Swindon & Cricklade Railway, Friday, 30th October 2026, 10am
Lydiard Ghost Tales at Halloween, Lydiard Park, Friday, 30th October 2026, 7:30pm
Lets Get Lit Halloween Special, MECA Swindon, Saturday, 31st October 2026, 3pm
Halloween Murder Mystery, Lydiard Park Hotel, Saturday, 31st October 2026, 10:30pm
Day of the Dead, Old Town, Swindon, Sunday, 1st November 2026, 1pm
Canute’s Plastic Army — an Evening of Folklore & Remembrance, The Victoria, Sunday, 1st November 2026, 7:30pm

Roves Farm

Halloween at Roves Farm

Halloween at Roves Farm featuring pumpkin carving, a live potions show (one...

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Lotmead Farm

Halloween Farm Trail at Lotmead

Halloween Farm Trail at Lotmead Farm — puzzles and challenges around the...

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Swindon & Cricklade Railway

Halloween Ghost Train

A second chance to experience the joys of steam this Autumn on Wiltshire's...

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Lydiard Park

Lydiard Ghost Tales at Halloween

Prepare to step into the shadows this October at Lydiard House Museum....

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MECA Swindon

Lets Get Lit Halloween Special

Let’s Get Lit Indoor Festival Halloween Special 🎃 LET’S GET LIT —...

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Lydiard Park Hotel

Halloween Murder Mystery

Saturday 31st October, 7pm – 10:30pm Step into an evening of mystery,...

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Old Town, Swindon

Day of the Dead

Day of the Dead is a vibrant cultural event taking place on 1st November on...

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The Victoria

Canute’s Plastic Army — an Evening of Folklore & Remembrance

On the first night of November, with the veil at its thinnest and the year...

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Parking for Halloween events

Town-centre shows and trails fill the car parks. Reserve a space before you set off.

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Halloween in Swindon guide

Halloween events, pumpkin picking, and family-friendly activities. Spooky fun in Swindon.

Halloween events and activities in Swindon

Halloween events, pumpkin picking, and family-friendly activities. Venues and dates.

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Local farms and venues run pumpkin patches and Halloween events. Supporting them helps the local economy.

Halloween in Swindon: frequently asked questions

When is Halloween?: Halloween is on 31st October every year. Many events run on the nearest weekend.
Where can we go pumpkin picking near Swindon?: Farms in Wiltshire and the surrounding area often run pumpkin patches in October. Check our Halloween events guide for current listings.
Are there family-friendly Halloween events in Swindon?: Yes. Venues in and around Swindon run spooky trails, pumpkin events, and family activities. See our Halloween guide and What's On.