Halloween is just around the corner, and instead of trick-or-treating this year, why not head out on a thrill-seeking adventure to get that adrenaline pumping.
From scream-worthy rides and terrifying scare mazes at Alton Towers, to LegoLand’s child-friendly trails filled with spooks along the way, there’s plenty of events to choose from this year - and they won’t cost you a fortune.
We’ve picked out the best budget-friendly Halloween events happening this year with tickets costing you under £50 each.
Most of the events have already started to take place around the UK, however there's still plenty of time to grab your tickets before the 31st October.
Chessington World of Adventures Resort ‘Howl’o’ween’ (online advanced booking)
- Ticket price: £34
- Age restrictions: No restrictions
- Dates: 16th - 31st October 2021
Discover the dark secrets of the ‘Wild Witches’ at ‘The Legend of the Wild Witches’ show or explore ‘The Forgotten Forest’ and all its spooky inhabitants. On selected dates, visitors can also ride late into the night for a more frightful experience on the likes of ‘Vampire’ and ‘Dragons Fury’.
LegoLand Windsor Resort ‘Brick or Treat’ (online advanced booking)
- Ticket price: £39
- Age restrictions: No restrictions
- Dates: 14th - 31st October 2021
‘Brick or Treat’ at LegoLand Windsor Resort is great for all ages to enjoy this Halloween. From the ‘Haunted House Monster Party Ride’ to ‘Lord Vampyre’s Creepy Crypt Trail’ or ‘Monster Rocker’s fang-tastic Pumpkin Trail’, there’s plenty to explore and keep you entertained. There’s also costume competitions for those looking to get creative and compete, as well as a chance to win some exciting prizes.
Alton Towers ‘Scare Fest’ (online advanced booking)
- Ticket price: £39 park entry + £30 scare mazes
- Age restrictions: The Attic: Terror of the Towers, Darkest Depths, Altonville Mine Tours, Freak Show 15+
- Dates: 15th - 31st October
‘Scare Fest’ at Alton Towers lets you experience hair-raising rides and terrifying scare mazes that aren’t for the faint-hearted; such as The Attic, Darkest Depths, Altonville Mine Tours and Freak Show.
For those looking to enjoy a tamer Halloween, you can embrace the picture-worthy ‘Whispering Souls Garden Lights Walk’, the ‘CBeebies Monster Ball’ or enjoy knocking on every door in ‘Trick o’ Treat Town’.
Thorpe Park ‘Fright Night’ (online advanced booking)
- Ticket price: £42 park entry + £27 scare mazes
- Age restrictions: 13+
- Dates: 15th October - 31st October
Thorpe Parks ‘Fright Night’ brings your darkest fears to life with its nightmarish scare zones.
The park's thrilling rides like ‘SAW’ and the UK’s fastest roller coaster ‘Stealth’ are bound to leave your heart racing. Those looking for a less spine-chilling day out can enjoy a day of hitting the more family-friendly rides, before finishing off with a breathtaking fire and light display.
