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<p>Whether your mini dragons are already counting down the days or you’re quietly panicking about how to fill them (no judgment here), we’ve rounded up the very best ways to keep everyone smiling this October. So grab your wellies, cross your fingers for a bit of Welsh sunshine (hey, it could happen), and get set to make this half-term one to remember.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-ffear-fforest-zip-world-betws-y-coed-9-oct-2-nov"><a href="https://www.zipworld.co.uk/events/ffear-fforest" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Ffear Fforest</a>, Zip World Betws-y-Coed, 9 Oct – 2 Nov</h2>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large is-resized"><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" width="1024" height="536" src="https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/wales/wp-content/uploads/sites/30/2025/10/Screenshot-2025-10-13-at-13.44.18-1-1024x536.png" alt="" class="wp-image-899" style="aspect-ratio:1.499267935578331;width:640px;height:auto" srcset="https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/wales/wp-content/uploads/sites/30/2025/10/Screenshot-2025-10-13-at-13.44.18-1-1024x536.png 1024w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/wales/wp-content/uploads/sites/30/2025/10/Screenshot-2025-10-13-at-13.44.18-1-300x157.png 300w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/wales/wp-content/uploads/sites/30/2025/10/Screenshot-2025-10-13-at-13.44.18-1-768x402.png 768w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/wales/wp-content/uploads/sites/30/2025/10/Screenshot-2025-10-13-at-13.44.18-1.png 1500w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></figure>



<p>Forests after dark? Already eerie. But the gang at Zip World Betws-y-Coed have dialled the terror up to&nbsp;<em>11</em>&nbsp;this Halloween. Think cursed coaster rides hurtling through the shadows, trapdoor drops into who-knows-where, and a scream-inducing swing that’ll have your heart doing the macarena. If that’s not enough, there’s a net full of creepy clowns (nope, can’t unsee that) and a Halloween Paintball Range deep in the haunted woods. Aimed at brave souls aged 9+,&nbsp;Ffear Fforest&nbsp;is guaranteed to get pulses racing &#8211; tickets are from £22. </p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-monsters-of-the-mine-zip-world-tower-rhigos-10-oct-2-nov"><a href="https://www.zipworld.co.uk/events/monsters-of-the-mine?gad_source=1&amp;gad_campaignid=22902064724&amp;gbraid=0AAAAADJJiB2wLQCR525Yelnq5xjQDp786&amp;gclid=CjwKCAjwxrLHBhA2EiwAu9EdM3WKT1tYAj6qGxmDKfVCE8e5ZPgcXDtwwFwWwpCYgdha77cvOx1HSxoC3_QQAvD_BwE" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Monsters of The Mine</a>,  Zip World Tower, Rhigos, 10 Oct – 2 Nov</h2>



<p>Deep underground, something terrifying stirs&#8230;Zip World Tower has unleashed its monstrous alter ego for&nbsp;<em>Monsters of the Mine</em> &#8211; a full-on fright fest guaranteed to make even the bravest parents jump out of their thermals. Take on The Terror Coaster, Cursed Climber and Fear Flyer &#8211; a trio of night-time rides that’ll send your adrenaline levels sky-high. Not feeling quite that brave? No problem. You can still soak up the atmosphere (and a Halloween cocktail or two) while the rest of your crew screams their heads off. <a href="https://www.zipworld.co.uk/events/monsters-of-the-mine?gad_source=1&amp;gad_campaignid=22902064724&amp;gbraid=0AAAAADJJiB2wLQCR525Yelnq5xjQDp786&amp;gclid=CjwKCAjwxrLHBhA2EiwAu9EdM3WKT1tYAj6qGxmDKfVCE8e5ZPgcXDtwwFwWwpCYgdha77cvOx1HSxoC3_QQAvD_BwE" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Book now</a>, prices from £22 per person. </p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-pumpkin-fest-manorafon-farm-park-abergele-11-12-18-19-amp-25-31-oct"><a href="https://www.manorafon-farm-park.co.uk/whats-on/pumpkin-fest/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Pumpkin Fest</a>, Manorafon Farm Park, Abergele, 11 – 12, 18 – 19 &amp; 25 – 31 Oct</h2>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" width="1500" height="1160" src="https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/wales/wp-content/uploads/sites/30/2025/10/Screenshot-2025-10-13-at-14.34.54.png" alt="Pumpkin Fest, Manorafon Farm Park, Abergele" class="wp-image-887" srcset="https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/wales/wp-content/uploads/sites/30/2025/10/Screenshot-2025-10-13-at-14.34.54.png 1500w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/wales/wp-content/uploads/sites/30/2025/10/Screenshot-2025-10-13-at-14.34.54-300x232.png 300w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/wales/wp-content/uploads/sites/30/2025/10/Screenshot-2025-10-13-at-14.34.54-1024x792.png 1024w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/wales/wp-content/uploads/sites/30/2025/10/Screenshot-2025-10-13-at-14.34.54-768x594.png 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1500px) 100vw, 1500px" /></figure>



<p>North Wales’ biggest pumpkin party is back. Step into the immersive&nbsp;Pumpkin Village&nbsp;for PYO pumpkins, carving galore, a gooey Slime Lab, marshmallow toasting, live entertainment and plenty of farmyard fun. It’s the ultimate autumn day out &#8211; colourful, cosy and just the right side of chaotic. <a href="https://bookings.manorafon-farm-park.co.uk/book/pumpkin-fest/138" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Book now</a> &#8211; prices are £18 per child. </p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-pumpkin-trail-at-powis-castle-amp-gardens-welshpool-25-oct-2-nov"><a href="https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/wales/powis-castle-and-garden/events/16849518-303a-4226-bcbe-119a57d9923f" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Pumpkin Trail at Powis Castle &amp; Gardens</a>, Welshpool, 25 Oct – 2 Nov</h2>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" width="1500" height="983" src="https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/wales/wp-content/uploads/sites/30/2025/10/Screenshot-2025-10-13-at-14.37.29.png" alt="Pumpkin Trail at Powis Castle &amp; Gardens" class="wp-image-890" srcset="https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/wales/wp-content/uploads/sites/30/2025/10/Screenshot-2025-10-13-at-14.37.29.png 1500w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/wales/wp-content/uploads/sites/30/2025/10/Screenshot-2025-10-13-at-14.37.29-300x197.png 300w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/wales/wp-content/uploads/sites/30/2025/10/Screenshot-2025-10-13-at-14.37.29-1024x671.png 1024w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/wales/wp-content/uploads/sites/30/2025/10/Screenshot-2025-10-13-at-14.37.29-768x503.png 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1500px) 100vw, 1500px" /></figure>



<p>If you prefer your Halloween with a dash of history rather than horror, head to&nbsp;<em>Powis Castle</em>. Follow the trail of hidden pumpkins through the gardens – and perhaps even into the castle itself – on this self-led autumn adventure. No booking required, and it’s all included in your regular admission.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-october-half-term-at-erddig-wrexham-25-oct-2-nov"><a href="https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/wales/erddig/events/c8133efa-2843-4427-8c72-70261b797a40" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">October half-term at Erddig</a>, Wrexham, 25 Oct – 2 Nov</h2>



<p>Step into the stories of <em>Erddig</em> this half-term with a family trail inspired by noble beasts and ancient symbols hidden around the house and gardens. Little knights can design their own coat of arms on select days, and the Wolf’s Den play area is perfect for burning off extra energy. A gentle mix of history, mystery and good old-fashioned outdoor fun. It&#8217;s a free event but normal admission fees apply. </p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-inspired-by-bodnant-family-trail-bodnant-gardens-conwy-25-31-oct"><a href="https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/wales/bodnant-garden/family-days-out-at-bodnant-garden" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Inspired by Bodnant: Family Trail, Bodnant Gardens</a>, Conwy, 25 – 31 Oct</h2>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" width="1500" height="874" src="https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/wales/wp-content/uploads/sites/30/2025/10/Screenshot-2025-10-13-at-14.28.56.png" alt="Bodnant Gardens, Conwy" class="wp-image-883" srcset="https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/wales/wp-content/uploads/sites/30/2025/10/Screenshot-2025-10-13-at-14.28.56.png 1500w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/wales/wp-content/uploads/sites/30/2025/10/Screenshot-2025-10-13-at-14.28.56-300x175.png 300w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/wales/wp-content/uploads/sites/30/2025/10/Screenshot-2025-10-13-at-14.28.56-1024x597.png 1024w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/wales/wp-content/uploads/sites/30/2025/10/Screenshot-2025-10-13-at-14.28.56-768x447.png 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1500px) 100vw, 1500px" /></figure>



<p>Take a wander through autumn’s magic at&nbsp;Bodnant Garden&nbsp;this half term with their&nbsp;<em>Inspired by Bodnant</em>&nbsp;family trail. Follow paths through fiery foliage as you spot seasonal colours, make leaf art, craft poems with “word stones,” and play nature-inspired games. All ages welcome and just the usual garden admission applies.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-super-natural-at-llanelli-wetland-centre-25-oct-2-nov"><a href="https://www.wwt.org.uk/wetland-centres/llanelli/whats-on/events/super-natural-october-half-term-at-wwt-llanelli" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Super Natural at Llanelli Wetland Centre</a>, 25 Oct – 2 Nov</h2>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" width="1000" height="745" src="https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/wales/wp-content/uploads/sites/30/2025/10/Screenshot-2025-10-13-at-14.51.51.png" alt="Super Natural at Llanelli Wetland Centre" class="wp-image-893" srcset="https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/wales/wp-content/uploads/sites/30/2025/10/Screenshot-2025-10-13-at-14.51.51.png 1000w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/wales/wp-content/uploads/sites/30/2025/10/Screenshot-2025-10-13-at-14.51.51-300x224.png 300w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/wales/wp-content/uploads/sites/30/2025/10/Screenshot-2025-10-13-at-14.51.51-768x572.png 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px" /></figure>



<p>Skip the scares – this one’s pure wetland wonder. Try willow wand weaving, potion-making, mushroom hunts, pond-dipping and peering through microscopes. With owl pellet investigations and a fancy-dress contest on 31 Oct, it’s a magical nature adventure for all ages. Prices from £6.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-the-princess-amp-the-goblin-chapter-cardiff-25-oct"><a href="https://www.chapter.org/whats-on/cardiff-animation-festival-the-princess-and-the-goblin-y-dywysoges-ar-bwgan" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">The Princess &amp; The Goblin</a>, Chapter, Cardiff, 25 Oct</h2>



<p>Step into a world of magic and mischief with a special Welsh-language screening of the animated classic&nbsp;<em>The Princess and the Goblin</em>&nbsp;at Chapter, part of the Cardiff Animation Festival. Afterwards, meet members of the original crew and explore artwork, sketches and animation cels from the film &#8211; a lovely mix of nostalgia and discovery for families and film fans alike. <a href="https://www.chapter.org/whats-on/cardiff-animation-festival-the-princess-and-the-goblin-y-dywysoges-ar-bwgan" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Tickets from £5</a>. </p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-porth-eirias-1k-kids-halloween-fun-run-colwyn-bay-25-oct"><a href="https://www.visitconwy.org.uk/whats-on/porth-eirias-halloween-1k-and-10k-2025-p496571" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Porth Eirias 1K Kids Halloween Fun Run</a>, Colwyn Bay, 25 Oct</h2>



<p>Tiny terrors at the ready &#8211; this one’s all treats and no tricks! The&nbsp;Porth Eirias 1K Kids Halloween Fun Run&nbsp;is a fab, feel-good dash along the North Wales Coastal Path for ages 3 to 15. The route is super-flat (phew), clearly marked, and perfect for mini legs and big imaginations. Expect medals, high-fives, and plenty of spooky spirit &#8211; fancy dress is not just encouraged, it’s practically mandatory. Tickets are just £6 per child. </p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-halloween-nights-at-st-fagans-national-museum-of-history-cardiff-29-31-oct"><a href="https://museum.wales/stfagans/whatson/12647/Halloween-Nights/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Halloween Nights at St Fagans National Museum of History</a>, Cardiff, 29 – 31 Oct</h2>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" width="1024" height="687" src="https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/wales/wp-content/uploads/sites/30/2025/10/Screenshot-2025-10-13-at-14.32.25-1024x687.png" alt="" class="wp-image-885" srcset="https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/wales/wp-content/uploads/sites/30/2025/10/Screenshot-2025-10-13-at-14.32.25-1024x687.png 1024w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/wales/wp-content/uploads/sites/30/2025/10/Screenshot-2025-10-13-at-14.32.25-300x201.png 300w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/wales/wp-content/uploads/sites/30/2025/10/Screenshot-2025-10-13-at-14.32.25-768x515.png 768w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/wales/wp-content/uploads/sites/30/2025/10/Screenshot-2025-10-13-at-14.32.25.png 1500w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></figure>



<p>St Fagans comes alive after dark for three nights of spooky Welsh legends, glowing lanterns and creepy crafts. Watch the dramatic Wicker Man burn, dance at the family disco and soak up the eerie autumn magic &#8211; a proper Welsh Halloween with stories, spirit and plenty of hwyl &#8211; from £14 per person. </p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-halloween-spooktacular-wales-millennium-centre-cardiff-30-oct"><a href="https://www.wmc.org.uk/en/whats-on/2025/halloween-spooktacular" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Halloween Spooktacular</a>, Wales Millennium Centre, Cardiff, 30 Oct</h2>



<p>Enjoy a spine-tingling evening of music and magic as the BBC National Orchestra of Wales, hosted by Owain Wyn Evans, performs iconic soundtracks from&nbsp;<em>Harry Potter</em>,&nbsp;<em>Doctor Who</em>,&nbsp;<em>Jaws</em>&nbsp;and more. Expect plenty of thrills, a few chills, and a family-friendly atmosphere where fancy dress is very much encouraged. Prices from just £10. </p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-halloween-steam-amp-scream-train-talyllyn-railway-tywyn-30-31-oct"><a href="https://www.talyllyn.co.uk/events/steam-n-scream" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Halloween Steam &amp; Scream Train</a>, Talyllyn Railway, Tywyn, 30 – 31 Oct</h2>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" width="1024" height="622" src="https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/wales/wp-content/uploads/sites/30/2025/10/Screenshot-2025-10-13-at-14.24.49-1024x622.png" alt="Halloween Steam &amp; Scream, Talyllyn Railway" class="wp-image-878" srcset="https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/wales/wp-content/uploads/sites/30/2025/10/Screenshot-2025-10-13-at-14.24.49-1024x622.png 1024w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/wales/wp-content/uploads/sites/30/2025/10/Screenshot-2025-10-13-at-14.24.49-300x182.png 300w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/wales/wp-content/uploads/sites/30/2025/10/Screenshot-2025-10-13-at-14.24.49-768x466.png 768w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/wales/wp-content/uploads/sites/30/2025/10/Screenshot-2025-10-13-at-14.24.49.png 1500w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></figure>



<p>All aboard for terrifying tricks and terrific treats. Don your best Halloween get-up and hop on the&nbsp;Steam &amp; Scream Train&nbsp;for a spooky night ride through the dark to haunted Dolgoch Woods. Brave the howls, screams and eerie shadows if you dare &#8211; it’s a frightfully good family adventure on rails.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-halloween-night-fonmon-castle-vale-of-glamorgan-evenings-in-oct"><a href="https://fonmoncastle.digitickets.co.uk/event-tickets/62085?catID=59834&amp;" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Halloween Night</a>, Fonmon Castle, Vale of Glamorgan, Evenings in Oct</h2>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" width="1000" height="754" src="https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/wales/wp-content/uploads/sites/30/2025/10/Screenshot-2025-10-13-at-14.26.16.png" alt="Halloween Night, Fonmon Castle, Vale of Glamorgan" class="wp-image-880" srcset="https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/wales/wp-content/uploads/sites/30/2025/10/Screenshot-2025-10-13-at-14.26.16.png 1000w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/wales/wp-content/uploads/sites/30/2025/10/Screenshot-2025-10-13-at-14.26.16-300x226.png 300w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/wales/wp-content/uploads/sites/30/2025/10/Screenshot-2025-10-13-at-14.26.16-768x579.png 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px" /></figure>



<p>Fonmon Castle turns into a spine-tingling spectacle this October with&nbsp;<em>Halloween Night</em>, a “twisted but fun” evening of scares, shadows and surprises. Running on selected evenings throughout October from&nbsp;6pm to 10pm&nbsp;(last entry 8pm), expect eerie atmospheres, scare runs and haunted corners &#8211; a scream for brave families after a proper fright night.</p>



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