The weekend’s here and it looks like it’s going to be a spoo..ooky one! So wrap up warm and check out what’s on across the capital as Halloween draws near.
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Go north for a day of FREE pumpkin carving. The day long event is open to all ages, just bring a pumpkin and your creative juices!
The spooktacular event is run by Ramsey Flowers N1 who are attempting to transform nearby areas with lots of rubbish in to flower-covered spaces. Thumbs up to them!
Sat Oct 28th, 11am – 6pm: Pumpkin Carving in N1
St Paul’s Park (woodland entrance), Ramsey Walk, N1 2SQ
FREE – but register in advance here
Get the kids dressed in their cosiest kit for the FREE Addiscombe Railway Park Kids’ Halloween Witch Hunt!
Little ones can look for spiders, witches and all things eerie on the guided walk. Just make sure you steer clear of the rumoured Railway Man’s ghost. Take a torch or Jack-o’-lantern.
Sat Oct 28th, 6.30pm – 8pm: Addiscombe Railway Park ParkArts – Kids’ Halloween Witch Hunt
Addiscombe Railway Park, 32 Burnham Gardens, CR0 6NP
FREE – but register in advance here
In Croydon, there’s a birthday party with a difference; Boxpark Croydon is turning one and they’re celebrating.
To mark the big day, the precinct will be hosting a day of live music – including grime, jazz and acoustic acts – and special offers all day on street food. Plus at the end of the day, visitors can channel their inner Jay-Z and dazzle the crowds with some Hip Hop Karaoke!
Sun 29th Oct, 1pm – 10pm: Boxpark Croydon 1st Birthday
Boxpark Croydon, 99 George Street, CR0 1LD
FREE but book in advance here
For something a bit different head down to a late night haunt around the Bank Of England Museum. Just watch out for the so-called Bank Nun who is said to walk around the bank at night. A storyteller will retell the story of the spooky spirit at 6pm, 7pm and 8pm.
The opening is all part of the Museums at Night festival. Visitors can also have a stroll around banknote gallery, meet money experts and even have a go at lifting a 13kg solid gold bar!
Fri 27th Oct, 5.30pm – 9pm: Bank Of England Museum at night
Bank Of England Museum (within the Bank Of England), Bartholomew Lane, EC2R 8AH
FREE – just show up. For more info click here
Need a festive transformation in time for the party weekend? You’re in luck! Mobile phone network Giff Gaff is taking over WAH Nails in the West End and giving customers a FREE Halloween hair and makeup makeover.
All pre-booked slots have been snapped up but organisers have kept back some walk-in spaces for both days. There’ll also be cocktails and DJs to get you in the party SPIRIT!
Fri 27th & Sat 28th Oct, 4pm – 11pm: FREE Halloween hair and makeup makeover
WAH Nails, 4 Peter St, Soho, W1F 0AD
FREE – just show up and be prepared to queue. For more info click here
Here’s a novel idea for those who want to expand their wardrobe, the Shacklewell Arms in Dalston is hosting a FREE clothing exchange at their Band Tee Exchange.
Just bring along your no-longer-wanted band T-shirts and trade it in for one you do like. Just make sure your clobber is clean, yeah?
Sun 29th Oct, 5pm – 9pm: Band Tee Exchange – Swap Your Tees for Free
The Shacklewell Arms, 71 Shacklewell Lane, E8 2EB
FREE – just show up. For more info click here
This year’s theme for The Festival of Fire and Light is Love and the day promises a Taste of Asia food market followed by a vibrant night carnival so there’s plenty to love! Inspired by Diwali and Guy Fawkes night there’ll be a spectacular evening show with a firework display finale.
Sat 28th Oct, 12-8.30pm: Festival of Fire & Light
Wembley Park, Wembley, HA9 0FA
FREE – just show up. For more info click here
