Spooky Season By The Sea: Bournemouth’s Best Halloween Events

Looking for the best Halloween events in Bournemouth this year? Whether you're visiting for a weekend break or you're a local planning spooky fun for the family, Bournemouth has something for everyone this Halloween. From haunted tours and family-friendly pumpkin trails to late-night parties and themed markets, the town transforms into a coastal hub of eerie entertainment. This guide rounds up the top Halloween Bournemouth events for 2025, so you can make the most of spooky season by the sea.

Family-friendly Halloween events in Bournemouth

If you're looking for Halloween fun in Bournemouth that the whole family can enjoy, you're in luck. From spooky discos to pumpkin trails, Bournemouth has plenty of child-friendly activities this Halloween. Here's what's on for kids and families in 2025:

The Darkening – Upton Country Park

Poole | October Half Term

It’s a ghost tour, ghost hunt, magic show and fright night all rolled into one! Not only will you hear some spooky stories from Upton House's ghostly past, but the spirits will also manifest themselves through magic, illusion, suggestion, and trickery!

Farmer Palmer’s Halloween Festivities

Organford, near Poole | Throughout October

Farmer Palmer’s offers Pumpkin picking, tractor rides, and a host of Halloween-themed farm activities, making this a go-to for families with younger kids. Expect fancy dress competitions, animal encounters, and just the right amount of spooky.

Bournemouth and the surrounding area are full of seasonal surprises. Here are more fun options to consider:

• Littledown Halloween Disco – Local fun with music and games
• Smugglers Cove Adventure Golf – Spooky holes and eerie props
• Centre VR Bournemouth – Family-friendly virtual reality Halloween games
• RockReef – Indoor climbing with a Halloween twist
• Oceanarium – Spot creatures of the deep with a spooky twist

Pumpkin Picking 

Many local farms offer pumpkin picking, some with more activities than others. Here are just a few to get you started.

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Gulliver's Farm Shop & Kitchen

Experience the joy of picking pumpkins straight from the fields of Gulliver's Farm Shop and Kitchen, plus craft activities for kids and an exciting nature trail for everyone to explore.

Sutton Farm Pumpkins

Sutton Farm offers a quiet and beautiful location for pumpkin picking with a big selection. No booking required, and parking is free; you only pay for what you pick.

Cat and Fiddle Farm and Cafe

Opening late September, the Cat and Fiddle PYO is a very popular choice for families to pick some pumpkins. The farm often has spooky late-night hours, and there is plenty of choice in the large fields.

There is no need to book, bring a torch and find your pumpkins. There is free parking, a cafe and toilets on site.

Parley Pumpkin Patch 

Pick your pumpkins at Parley Pumpkin Patch or choose from carefully harvested produce. 

No booking required and free parking as well as refreshments to purchase from a food van. (Dogs on leads are welcome).

Halloween nightlife and adult events in Bournemouth

Bournemouth has you covered if you’re after late-night scares, themed parties, or something a little darker this spooky season. From murder mystery dinners to multi-venue Halloween raves, there’s no shortage of adult-only events to enjoy this Halloween in Bournemouth.

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The Block Party: Halloween Festival 2025

Various central venues | November 1st, from 9 PM

The Block Party is one of the biggest Bournemouth Halloween events for partygoers. This multi-venue block party includes themed rooms, live DJs, costume contests, and over-the-top decorations across several clubs and bars. Early bird tickets usually sell out fast.

Old Skool Bingo: Halloween Special – Lost Bournemouth

Exeter Crescent | November 1st, 6 PM

Bingo like you’ve never experienced it before at Lost Bournemouth. Expect R&B classics, chaotic hosts, surprise prizes, and plenty of Halloween flair. Fancy dress is strongly encouraged, and tickets include your bingo cards.

Halloween Secret Rave – Location TBC

Bournemouth (location revealed to ticketholders) | October 31st, 10 PM

For those who love the underground scene, this Halloween Secret Rave promises a night of bass-heavy music, immersive visuals and high-energy vibes. The location is kept secret until the event day—adding to the mystery.

Originality Live – The Anvil

Holdenhurst Road | October 31st, 8 PM

Rock and alternative fans can enjoy a haunting live performance by Tribe of Ghosts and support acts at this intimate Bournemouth venue. Great for those looking for something different to the usual club scene.

Slinky Halloween Ball – O2 Academy Bournemouth

Boscombe | October 25th, 7 PM

Celebrating 28 years of Slinky, this legendary Halloween Ball delivers big-name DJs, lighting effects and a full night of trance, hard house, and classics. Fancy dress is a must.

Golden Halloween Ball – Canvas Bournemouth

Poole Hill | November 1st, from 9 PM

Glitterati returns with a golden Halloween theme and a headline performance from Sweet Female Attitude. Expect club anthems, show-stopping outfits and a high-energy party atmosphere.

Tip: Most adult Halloween events in Bournemouth require advance booking, and many sell out. Make sure to check age restrictions, dress codes, and ticket inclusions.

Haunted attractions and outdoor Halloween experiences

Want something spooky without the strobe lights and loud music? Bournemouth and the surrounding Dorset countryside offer plenty of eerie experiences, from ghost stories at historic sites to family-friendly bonfires and autumn trails.

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Iford Halloween & Bonfire Combo – Iford Golf Centre

Iford | October 31st, 2025

Take a trip to Iford Golf Centre to enjoy Halloween fun with traditional bonfire night festivities. Expect live music, a bonfire, themed activities, food stalls, and plenty of family-friendly entertainment throughout the evening. A great way to enjoy the season outdoors.

Corfe Castle – Dorset’s most haunted site?

Near Wareham | October weekends & half-term (check for 2025 schedule)

Just a short drive from Bournemouth, Corfe Castle is rumoured to be one of Britain’s most haunted locations, with tales of headless apparitions, ghostly monks, and unexplained sounds. 

Lulworth Castle Autumn Fun

East Lulworth | Late October

Lulworth Castle often hosts autumn trails, outdoor games, and Halloween-inspired activities during October half-term. A beautiful location for daytime autumn adventures.

For more Halloween inspiration, why not check out these resources:

Dorset Travel Guide

Total Guide to Dorset

Plan your Halloween stay at Hotel Collingwood

Whether exploring ghostly trails with the kids, dressing up for a Halloween party, or enjoying a murder mystery dinner, Hotel Collingwood puts you in the heart of the action. Our central location, on-site parking, cosy restaurant and relaxed atmosphere make us the perfect base for Halloween in Bournemouth.

Enjoy warm hospitality, seasonal specials, and easy access to the town’s best Halloween events, just a short walk from the beach.

Book your Halloween break NOW

Rooms fill up fast for the October half-term and Halloween weekend. Don’t miss your chance to stay in comfort and style, with just the right amount of spooky.