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12 Halloween Top Picks for a Ghoulishly Good Time
Get ready for a spooktacular season! From creepy critters and haunted tours to pumpkin trails and ghoulishly good family fun, our top 12 Halloween picks in Cornwall are guaranteed to thrill, chill, and delight visitors of all ages.
Halloween in Cornwall is more than just tricks and treats—it’s a chance to step into magical worlds, uncover local legends, and make memories that last long after the spooky season ends. Whether you’re hunting for ghostly tales, meeting creepy-crawly creatures, or enjoying seasonal festivities with the whole family, there’s something for everyone. Our carefully curated top 12 picks showcase the very best in Halloween fun across Cornwall, blending immersive experiences, playful frights, and festive thrills for both little goblins and grown-up witches alike.
1. Halloween at the Museum
Fri 31st October, 2025
National Maritime Museum Cornwall, Falmouth
Step into the National Maritime Museum Cornwall after dark — if you dare! Expect ghoulishly good fun around every corner, with tricks, treats, and eerie surprises waiting to be discovered. Gather in the Boat Hall to hear a mythical tale told by a ghostly storyteller, then explore shadowy galleries and uncover hidden Halloween delights along the way. This family-friendly adventure offers the perfect mix of spooky and safe, making it ideal for children who love the thrill of the season.
Even better? All Halloween activities are included with standard museum admission — no extra scares for your wallet!
2. All Hallows Tide at Trelissick
National Trust Trelissick, Truro
Until Sun 2nd November, 2025
Step into Cornish legend this Halloween with an immersive journey through Trelissick’s magical gardens. Follow fae guides, discover Cornish giants, seek out the sea serpent Morgowr, and keep an eye out for the mysterious Owlman.
Visit Merlin’s grove for enchanting stories, try wand and mask-making, and take a little magic home with you. A spellbinding experience for curious minds of all ages, blending folklore, creativity, and the beauty of Cornish nature.
3. Zoolab Halloween Workshop At Trebah
Trebah Garden, Mawnan Smith
Wed 29th October, 2025
For those who like their Halloween thrills a little more alive, Zoolab’s hands-on animal workshop is a must. Meet snakes, tarantulas, giant snails, and a fascinating mix of minibeasts up close. Families can learn about these extraordinary creatures, the roles they play in nature, and even handle a few of the friendlier ones!
It’s a fun, educational, and slightly spooky experience that’s perfect for curious kids and animal lovers of all ages. Expect plenty of “ewws” and “wows” in equal measure!
4. The Dark Folklore Festival
Eco Park, Porthtowan
Sun 26th October, 2025
Dive into Cornwall’s mysterious past at this immersive celebration of myth, legend, and storytelling. Bringing together artists, musicians, and folklorists, the festival blends performance, scholarship, and community spirit in honour of the region’s shadowy tales.
Expect live music, eerie stories, a folklore parade, and a bustling artist marketplace filled with local makers and magical creations. Younger folklore fans can join in too, with dragon drawing, giant play, costumes, and delicious treats to keep the adventure going.
5. Spooktober Fest
The Greenbank, Falmouth
Fri 31st October, 2025
Raise a stein to spooky season as Oktoberfest gets a Halloween twist! The Working Boat transforms into a haunted Bavarian beer hall, serving up eerie fun, German traditions, and plenty of “boos.”
Come in your best creepy costume — think zombie lederhosen or ghostly beer maidens — for a chance to win a prize in the fierce fancy-dress competition. Free to attend and full of spooky spirit, this one’s all treats, no tricks.
6. Spooky Zooquay
Newquay Zoo, Newquay
Until Fri 31st October, 2025
Get your costumes ready for a frightfully fun day at Newquay Zoo! Follow the stinky poo trail, meet creepy scarecrows, and snap a selfie with your favourite straw-stuffed friend. Explore the eerie Pooseum, wander the Witches Walkway, and uncover spooky surprises around every corner.
Join the Ranger Things team for ghostly talks, hands-on workshops, and Halloween fun in the Skeleton Shack — all included in your zoo ticket.
7. Boslowick Halloween
Boslowick Halloween Fundraiser, Boslowick
Mon 27th — Fri 31st October, 2025
Step into a homemade Halloween wonderland packed with spooky fun for all ages! Follow the interactive activity trail, uncover hidden Halloween secrets, and complete your sheet to claim a ghoulish prize.
Perfect for little ghosts and goblins, this festive display is full of creepy charm and family-friendly frights.
8. After Dark Ghost Hunt
Bodmin Jail, Bodmin
Until Sat 1st November, 2025
Step beyond the bars if you dare! This adults-only, after-hours tour plunges you into the chilling history of one of the UK’s most haunted sites. Explore eerie corridors and abandoned cells, hear untold stories of notorious criminals, and uncover the Jail’s darker truths.
With spine-tingling storytelling and access to areas closed by day, it’s a truly immersive experience for fans of true crime, the macabre, or unforgettable Halloween thrills.
9. Family Halloween Scavenger Hunt
Wheal Martyn, St Austell
Sat 1st November, 2025
Explore historic grounds on a Halloween-themed scavenger hunt! Search for pumpkins, witches’ brooms, and hidden surprises, then head to Badger Forest School to enjoy refreshments and turn your finds into a magical wand or ghoulish craft.
A perfect mix of spooky adventure and hands-on fun for all ages.
10. Zog and the Flying Doctors at Eden
Eden Project, Bodelva
Until Sun 2nd November, 2025
Join Zog on a magical Halloween adventure through Eden’s Biomes and gardens! Follow a whimsical trail, collect special ingredients, solve puzzles, and discover quirky pumpkins along the way. A spellbinding experience for families looking for autumn fun and festive excitement.
11. Howl-o-Ween Doggy Market
Royal Cornwall Showground, Wadebridge
Sun 2nd November, 2025
Bring your four-legged friends for a tail-wagging Halloween adventure! Explore a pumpkin trail, tackle a spooky obstacle course, and show off in the pup fancy dress parade. With dog-friendly games, treats, and photo opportunities, this unique market is a howl for the whole family.
Costumes encouraged for both humans and hounds!
12. Halloween Adventures
Paradise Park Wildlife Sanctuary and JungleBarn Play Centre, Hayle
Until Sun 2nd November, 2025
Join Paradise Park for a spooky wildlife adventure! Explore the Halloween Trail, meet creepy-crawly friends from Mark’s Ark, and encounter amazing animals like Frank the Eagle Owl and the Dracula Parrot.
Don’t miss penguin talks, otter feedings, and the spectacular flying Scarlet Macaws. With hands-on wildlife encounters and JungleBarn play, it’s a frightfully fun day for all ages.
