Half term is just around the corner, and the autumn chill is setting in. But don’t worry! We’ve curated a list of exciting, affordable activities to keep your kids entertained and your wallet happy.
Spooky Ships Trail – Sunderland Museum and Winter Gardens
19th October – 9th November, 2024
Embark on the trail, uncovering strange stories, answering questions, and taking on the challenges to claim a prize.
Spooky Storytime – Seven Stories
26th October – 3rd November, 2024
Free to book Halloween storytelling sessions to help spread some spooky spirit.
Gallery of Monsters – Hardwick Park
26th October – 3rd November, 2024
Get your trail sheet from the gift shop and set off around the park to find the hidden monster portraits.
Halloween Half-Term Activities – Newcastle Castle
26th October – 3rd November, 2024
The castle will be taken over with creepy activities and kids in costumes, no booking is needed, and it is free.
Spooky Museum Trail – Discovery Museum
26th October – 3rd November, 2024
With the chance to win a prize for your completed trail, the Discovery Museum is offering some Halloween half-term fun for just 50p.
Halloween Market – Lumley Castle
27th October, 2024
Free entry to Lumley Castle’s Halloween Market with plenty of stalls for browsing, face painting, and food.
Make a Mini Banner – Durham Cathedral
28th October – 1st November, 2024
Create your own mini banner and participate in some crafts inside the cathedral.
Create a Stick Spider – South Shields Museum
29th October, 2024
Take a trip to their creature corner and have a go crafting a spooky spider.
Family Arts Festival – The Shipley Art Gallery
29th October 2024, 31st October, 2024
Different kid’s crafts are available over the two days for only £3 a person.
Great North Museum – Hancock
29th October – 31st October, 2024
This half term they’re launching their new family trail ‘Underground Adventures with Murray the Mole’ and it is free to join in.
To find out what else is happening in the North East, check out our Explore the North East page here.