Halloween and October Half Term Events

Events on the Isle of Wight

October Half Term 2025 is here! Here are some family-friendly highlights across the Island – from spooky steam trains and theme-park nights to trails, crafts and illuminations.

• Isle of Wight Literary Festival – Youth & Family sessions Thu 9 – Sun 12 Oct 2025

  Northwood House in Cowes hosts talks, workshops and activities for all ages. Check the programme for “Youth Zone” listings.

• Halloween Half-Term at Carisbrooke Castle Sat 18 Oct – Sun 2 Nov 2025

  Spooky stories, trails and family activities in the island’s famous hill-top castle.

• Robin Hill – Spooktacular Halloween Party Thu 30 – Fri 31 Oct 2025 (evenings)

  GLOW party vibes, live entertainment and late-opening rides in the woodland park.

• Blackgang Chine – Fiesta of the Dead Selected evenings, late Oct 2025

  Day-of-the-Dead-inspired street theatre, music and glow-up fun across the park.

• Shanklin Chine – Evening Illuminations Nightly to Sun 2 Nov 2025, 17:00–22:00

  Twinkling lights transform the historic chine and waterfalls into a magical night walk.

• Isle of Wight Steam Railway – Wizard Week Sun 19 – Fri 31 Oct 2025

  Witches, wands and steam-powered adventures at Havenstreet – costumes encouraged!

• Tapnell Farm Park – Autumn fun & Boo-Mania Half-term week (Boo-Mania parties Tue 28 & Thu 30 Oct 2025)

  Pumpkin patch vibes, crafts and special Boo-Mania party sessions.

• Monkey Haven – Halloween Half-Term Sat 18 Oct – Sun 2 Nov 2025

  Creepy-cute activities and animal talks throughout the week.

• The Garlic Farm – Halloween Family Supper with Magic Wed 29 Oct 2025, evening

  Book a table for a spooky family supper with magical entertainment.

• Quay Arts – The Big Draw Festival October 2025 (various dates)

  Join drawing workshops and free creative activities for all ages in Newport.

Dates and details can change — please check each venue’s site before travelling.