Spooky Season Events!
As the autumn nights grow longer and a chill settles over Dorchester, the town is gearing up for a season of spooky events that promise to thrill and terrify in equal measure. From ghost trails to craft parties, there’s something for everyone. Whether you’re a family looking for Halloween fun or a true horror enthusiast, Dorchester’s upcoming events will leave you in the spirit of the season.
Spooky events in Dorchester
Pumpkin Trail at Kingston Maurward Animal Park and Gardens
Find our spooky pumpkins hidden in the Animal Park and Gardens!
Sat 26th Oct - 10:00am
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Broom making workshop at Kingston Maurward Animal Park and Gardens
Join our witches' assistant in the enchanted Dingly Dell to make a witches' broom to take home with you
Sat 26th Oct - 10:00am
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Spooktactular Dip Pen Calligraphy – 26th October
Join Nicky from ND Calligraphy as she teaches you the basic techniques needed to create these gorgeous cards ready for the spooky season!
Sat 26th Oct - 2:00pm
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Ghoulish Gathering
GHOULS JUST WANNA HAVE FUN! Spook-tacular week of Halloween events, headlined by an audacious attempt to break the world record for the largest ghost gathering!
Mon 28th Oct - All day
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Ghost Trail at Brewery Square
Keep your eyes peeled for QR codes hiding in the shadows around Brewery Square!
Mon 28th Oct - All day
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Spooky Crafts at Brewery Square
Craft your own ghostly accessories and decorations to haunt your home!
Mon 28th Oct - 9:00pm
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Circus Skills Workshop at Brewery Square
Prepare to be thrilled by terrifyingly fun tricks! Ghosts costumes encouraged
Wed 30th Oct - 1:30pm
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Halloween Craft Party – 31st October 2024
Join Wednesday for a spooky fun filled afternoon with stories, games, craft activities, photo opportunities, goody bags, stickers and so much more! £10 per child, no charge for the accompanying adult. Snacks and drinks can be purchased from the cafe. The craft activity is suitable for children aged 3+ if you would like a younger child to attend please contact us before booking so we can adapt the activity or arrange an alternative. Parents/guardians must remain with their children throughout the event. If you have any questions please let us know!
Thu 31st Oct - 2:00pm
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Dorchester Ghost Walk – Halloween special
Discover Dorchester’s grisly history – Judge Jeffreys and the Bloody Assize, ghosts that haunt the taverns and the alleyway
Thu 31st Oct - 8:00pm
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Museums After Dark
Discover three incredible museums on one unforgettable night. You can visit Dorset Museum & Art Gallery, The Keep Military Museum and Shire Hall Museum with just one ticket!
Fri 1st Nov - 5:00pm
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Halloween Party
Come dressed to impress, for the spookiest or most clever of all guests will win a prize to die for.
Sat 2nd Nov - 8:00pm
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