We have a Spooktacular schedule of events this Halloween
It’s going to be a Spooktacular Halloween this half-term. With a variety of family events and activities across Kirklees – find out what’s happening near you.
Most of these activities are of little to no cost, where there are charges the information is displayed below.
Gustavo The Shy Ghost Storytime, Storywalks & Crafts 
When? Monday 24 October, 1 pm – 4 pm
Where? Holmfirth Library
Cost? Free
Join us for a fun afternoon based on the award-winning and much-loved children’s book called Gustavo The Shy Ghost by Mexican Author and Illustrator Flavia Z. Drago.
Take part in a group storytime, reading Gustavo The Shy Ghost. Then craft time! We’ll be making monster masks and an offering to take to Gustavo’s Day of the Dead violin concert. Followed by a Librarian led family story walk to Gustavo’s party from Holmfirth Library and back.
Spooky Barn at Oakwell Hall
When? Tuesday 25– Sunday 30 October, 10am – 3 pm daily
Where? Oakwell Hall
Cost? £3 per child
Join us this Halloween in our Spooky Barn at Oakwell for some ghoulish goings on. From creepy crafts to terrifying tales and trails, we have lots to keep the whole family entertained. Don’t leave without saying hello to our resident ghost, the mysterious William Batt.
Activities will take place every day between 10am – 3pm. No booking is required. Keep an eye on our social media for additional information.
For further information about the Spook Barn at Oakwell Hall visit: https://www.facebook.com/OakwellHall
Hallowe’en Crafts
When? Wednesday 26 October, 10 am – 11.30 am, 12 pm-1.30 pm & 2 pm – 2.30 pm
Where? Bagshaw Museum
Cost? Crafts and materials from £3.50- £5 with free colouring activities
Planning a spooky adventure this half-term? Join Louise’s Art Workshops for fearsome Halloween Crafts at Bagshaw Museum on Wednesday 26th October, 12-3pm. A range of craft options will be available!
For further information about the event visit: https://www.facebook.com/BagshawMuseum
Snowdogs Multisensory Story & Activities
When?
Holmfirth Library- Thursday 27 October 2022, 10:30 am
Birstall Library- Thursday 27 October 2022, 2:00 pm
Denby Dale Library- Friday 28 October 2022, 10:30 am
Cost? Free
We will be having an extra special multisensory Snow Dog story time – this will be aimed at young primary aged children and under 5s. There will be a snow dog trail around the library which children can follow for themselves and some colouring in, wordsearches, & crafts for children of all ages.
Book your place for the Snowdogs Multisensory Story & Activities: www.ticketsource.co.uk/kirkleeslibraries
MakerWorld Halloween
When? Thursday 27 & Saturday 29 October
Where? MakerWorld Piazza Shopping Centre, Huddersfield
Cost? Free
Drop-in creative sessions. Fun, hands-on making and creating.
Thursday: Halloween session
Friday: Halloween costume
Saturday: Halloween session with extra den building and drumming workshops around the Piazza.
Hallowe’en Crafts
When? Thursday 27 October, 12 pm – 3pm
Where? Tolson Museum
Cost? A range of craft options available from £2.50 alongside free colouring activities.
Planning a spooky adventure this half-term? Join Louise’s Art Workshops for fearsome Halloween Crafts at Tolson on Thursday 27th October, 12-3 pm. A range of craft options available from £2.50 alongside free colouring activities.
For information please visit: https://www.facebook.com/TolsonMuseum
Mine Experience
When? Tuesday 25 & Friday 28 October, 10 am – 11am, 11.15 am – 12.15 pm, 12.30 pm -1.30 pm, 1.45 pm – 2.45 pm & 3 pm – 4 pm 
Where? Cliffe House
Cost? £6 for 60 minutes
Explore this new experience at Cliffe House, where you navigate your way through a series of narrow passages, junctions, climbs and drops. 12 spaces per session. Open to children age 6+ and adults. 60 minute instructor led session, all equipment provided.
To book your place visit: https://tickets.kirklees.gov.uk/
Halloween Fun Trail
When? Monday 24 – Sunday 30 October, 10 am – 4pm
Where? Cliffe House
Cost? £2 per person
Get outdoors and enjoy our fun family trail around the ground of Cliffe house. The trail is family and buggy friendly, something the whole family can enjoy. When you have collected all the clues don’t forget to return to the food kiosk to collect your prize!
To book your place please visit: https://tickets.kirklees.gov.uk/
Pumpkin Picking
When? Monday 24 – Sunday 30 October, 10 am – 4 pm
Where? Cliffe House
Cost? £6
Come along to our pumpkin patch, pick your favourite pumpkin and carve it while you’re here. Carving will be undercover on the lawn, so no need to worry about the weather, though wellies are advised – it can get muddy! Open to all ages, parental supervision required at all times.
Book your place to take part in pumpkin picking.
Adventure Playground
When? Monday 24 – Sunday 30 October , 10 am – 4 pm
Where? Cliffe House
Cost? Free to enter
Description: Let your younger ones explore our woodland adventure playground with ropes, swings and a tree house!
No booking required.
Day of the dead Crafts with the Children’s Art School 
When? Friday 28 October, 12 pm – 1 pm, 1 pm – 2 pm, 2 pm – 3 pm
Where? Slaithwaite Library
Cost? Free
Join The Children’s Art School MakerWorld team to create a beautiful pocket-sized shrine ‘Nichos’ to celebrate your ancestors and those you love. All materials provided.
To book your place please visit: https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/kirkleeslibraries
Day of the Dead Activity Afternoon
When? Saturday 29 October, 1 pm – 4 pm
Where? Batley Library
Cost? Free
The Day of the Dead (Dia de los Muertos) is a Mexican festival to celebrate life and remember the dead. The festival focuses on ancestors, family, relations, friends, and even pets. It is a time to share memories and stories of good times together.
Celebrations are colourful and vibrant with an emphasis on enjoying life and appreciating happy times. Kirklees Libraries will be hosting a number of family-friendly events during the October half term to celebrate the festival.
To book your place visit: www.kirkleeslibraries.co.uk/dayofthedead
Film Time Halloween Film Screenings
When? Saturday 29 October, Hocus Pocus 4pm, Rocky Horror Show 8 pm
Where? Dewsbury Town Hall
Cost? £3 per person, £10 for groups/Family, Under 2’s free
Join us at Dewsbury Town Hall to watch Hocus Pocus or Rocky Horror Show for Halloween! We’re going to take you back in time to when you could watch a film with an interval half way through so you can treat yourselves to some popcorn or ice cream and some refreshments.
Halloween Spooktacular
When? 24-30 October
Where? The Piazza Huddersfield
Cost? Free
Maker World Halloween drop-in activities
When? Thursday 27th, Friday 28th, Saturday 29th, 11 am – 3pm
Where? The Piazza Huddersfield
Cost? Free
Run by The Children’s Art School. Join us for crafty Halloween sessions with lots of spooky activities and creativity for all.
Make your own Halloween parade costumes and masks
When? Monday 24th & Wednesday 26th 10.30 am – 12.30 pm, 1.30 pm – 3.30 pm
Where? In Queensgate Market (near the wall closest to the Town Hall)
Cost? Free
Workshops to make Halloween parade costumes and masks Run by Callaloo Carnival Arts Make your own Halloween costume or mask then wear it at the Halloween Parade on Sat 29th!
The main event at the Piazza!
When? Saturday 29 October
Where? The Piazza, Huddersfield
Cost? Free
11 am – 3.30 pm
FREE Pumpkin Carving Workshop Run by Sand In Your Eye
– Gigantic spooky inflatables
– Haunted House Den Building
– Drumming Workshop
– Face painting
– Walkabout entertainment
3 pm
Tall Tales and Spooky Stories Parade All welcome to be part of or just come and watch! Fancy dress encouraged! Bring your costumes and masks made during the week and be part of the parade
More activities to enchant and thrill
Find out about other events and activities happening in Kirklees and celebrate all things spooky!
