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There’s much more to Halloween than just trick or treating, and the variety of spooky fun to have in Blackpool is frightfully good.

For families with small children, there are countless opportunities to safely enjoy the atmosphere of Halloween without it being too scary for little ones to get involved. There are big thrills to be had across resort, but we’ve selected a few of the more gentle events taking place that the whole family can enjoy.

Monster Hunt

Get ready for a monster hunt in Blackpool this October Half-term! From Monday 28 October to Sunday 3 November, prepare for an epic invasion as 10 giant inflatable monsters take over the town’s rooftops. 
 
Your mission? Hunt them down! Explore the town, keep your eyes peeled for these hilarious, larger-than-life creatures, and enjoy this spectacular trail for all ages.

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SEA LIFE Ascarium: 5 October - 3 NovemberHalloween in Blackpool

Embark on an aquatic adventure at SEA LIFE Blackpool with their interactive Ascarium! Grab a trail leaflet and prepare to navigate through the depths as you uncover the spookiest creatures of the sea.
 
Assist the Sea Witch in locating her five elusive potion ingredients, cleverly hidden within the tanks of enchantment. Follow the trail to her mysterious lair, where she will unleash her spell, revealing a treasure chest brimming with a special reward!
 
Immerse yourself in a world where pumpkins and piranhas coexist, and cauldrons and coral create an eerily perfect Halloween ambiance. Don't miss out on this thrilling underwater escape!
 
Admission starts from just £18.50. 

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Ridgeway Farm Pumpkin Festival: 12 - 27 OctoberRidgeway Pumpkin Festival Blackpool Halloween

Get your wellies at the ready! Ridgeway Farm is bringing back its popular Pumpkin Festival starting on Saturday 12 October, running each weekend and throughout half-term right up until Sunday 27 October.

For just £7.50 per early bird ticket, receive entry to the fun-filled farm at your selected session time and a pumpkin for the children to take home with you .

Explore the pumpkin patch, pick a pumpkin, and bring it back to the autumnal-themed orchard in one of the farm’s super stylish wheel-barrows where you can decorate it to your heart’s desire. You can meet the farm’s furry friends too!

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Halloween Tails: 5 October - 3 November

Peter RabbitHop into a rabbit-sized world of adventure this Halloween for a month of spooktacular fun and games with your favourite characters from the hit Peter Rabbit™ CBeebies TV show.

Follow the trail that will lead you to Peter’s pumpkin patch for a Halloween hare-raving disco, where you’ll get to hop and dance to your favourite spooky tunes.
 
Explore and play through the world of Peter Rabbit. Crawl, climb and slide through Mr McGregor’s Garden, create pond music in Jeremy Fisher’s home, help Peter complete his chores in The Burrow and discover what inventions Mr Bouncer has been busy creating in his workshop, completing challenges along the way.
 
To experience a fun-filled Halloween with the little ones, hop on over to Peter Rabbit™: Explore & Play on Blackpool Promenade this October.

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Halloween Party – The New Philly: 25 – 31 October

Looking for a family-friendly Halloween party? The New Philly is hosting its Halloween Party Weekend over four consecutive nights.

On the 25-27 and the 31 October, join the family-friendly event for a ghoul-filled evening packed with games, best-dressed competitions, disco and plenty of prizes to giveaway.

No ticket is required. Please note that the event is first come, first served, so we recommend getting there as early as you can to secure your seat.

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