What's On in Yorkshire This Weekend – 31 October & 1 November
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What's On in Yorkshire This Weekend – 31 October & 1 November 2026
20 Halloween Events, Bonfire Displays, Markets and Things to Do Across Yorkshire
Looking for something to do in Yorkshire this weekend? Saturday 31 October and Sunday 1 November bring a particularly busy end to October, with Halloween celebrations, community markets, family activities, live entertainment and some of the first big bonfire and firework displays of the season.
At The White Shire, we like to give smaller local events just as much attention as the larger attractions. This week's selection includes free activities in Bradford and Rotherham, an autumn market in Penistone, family adventures in East Yorkshire and live entertainment across the county.
Here are 20 events taking place across West, North, South and East Yorkshire this weekend.
West Yorkshire
1. Keighley's Halloween Spooktacular
Date: Saturday 31 October, 11am–4pmLocation: Keighley Town CentreAdmission: Free
Keighley is putting on a full afternoon of Halloween activities around the town centre, including crazy golf, inflatable axe throwing, face painting, magic shows and costumed characters.
Entertainment is spread across Keighley Market, the Airedale Centre and Cavendish Street, making this a good choice for families looking for a free local day out.
2. Halloween Hyacinths at Bolling Hall
Date: Saturday 31 October, 11am–3pmLocation: Bolling Hall Museum and Library, BradfordAdmission: Free; donations welcome. Some extras charged separately.
One of Bradford's oldest historic buildings is hosting a family Halloween day with storytelling, crafts, costumed characters and gardening activities.
Children can decorate pots and plant hyacinth bulbs to take home. There will also be free books, creative activities and refreshments available to buy.
It's a lovely example of a local heritage attraction putting on something special for the community.
3. Halloween Giant Bat and Ghost Streamer Workshop
Date: Saturday 31 October, 12 noon–4pmLocation: Darley Street Market, BradfordAdmission: Free
Local artist Nicola Storr is leading a Halloween craft workshop in the Market Courtyard at Darley Street Market.
Families can make giant bats, ghosts and pumpkins using colourful streamers, collage materials and decorations. All materials are provided, so there's no need to bring anything along.
A simple, free activity that's particularly suitable for younger children.
4. Spooky BIMoween at Bradford Industrial Museum
Date: Saturday 31 October, 11am–3pmLocation: Bradford Industrial Museum, Moorside Road, BradfordAdmission: Check the organiser's event information for any activity charges.
Bradford Industrial Museum is adding a Halloween twist to its historic machinery and exhibitions.
The programme includes a spooky trail, a hunt for hidden skeleton rats, Halloween crafts, face painting and a children's disco. Families can explore the museum while joining in with the seasonal activities.
5. Comedy Night Special Featuring Joel Dommett
Date: Saturday 31 October, eveningLocation: WX Wakefield Exchange, WakefieldTickets: £25
Joel Dommett headlines a special comedy evening in Wakefield, joined by Colin Manford, Steve Royle and Joe Zalias.
It's a chance to see four comedians on one bill in the city centre. The event is strictly for over-18s.
The organiser's page gives differing event and door times, so check your booking confirmation before travelling.
North Yorkshire
6. Selby Bonfire Night
Date: Saturday 31 October, 6pm–9pmLocation: Scott Road Community Field, SelbyAdmission: Free; charity donations welcome.
Selby's community bonfire and fireworks event takes place on Saturday evening, with two displays scheduled for 7pm and 7.45pm.
There will also be fairground rides, stalls, hot food and refreshments.
It's a traditional community bonfire night, with money collected for charity rather than a compulsory entrance charge.
7. York Record Fair
Date: Sunday 1 November, 10am–5pmLocation: Knavesmire Stand, York RacecourseAdmission: £3; under-16s free.
Record collectors and music enthusiasts can browse more than 200 tables at York Racecourse.
The fair brings together over 70 sellers, offering vinyl records across rock, soul, jazz, punk, indie, reggae, classical and many other genres.
Alongside the records, visitors can expect collectable CDs, music books and memorabilia. Free parking is advertised at the racecourse.
8. Mad Alice's Ghost Train
Date: Sunday 1 November, departures at 6.15pm and 8pmLocation: Pickering Station, North Yorkshire Moors RailwayTickets: £35–£40
The North Yorkshire Moors Railway is running its final Mad Alice's Ghost Train evening of the season.
Passengers board for an hour-long theatrical journey through the darkness, with costumed storytelling and spooky entertainment inspired by the legend of Mad Alice.
This experience is for ages 14 and over, and advance booking is required.
9. Spooky Science Show at The Station
Date: Saturday 31 October, sessions between 10am and 1pmLocation: The Station, RichmondTickets: £12 per person.
Children aged five to eleven can enjoy Halloween-themed science demonstrations at The Station in Richmond.
Expect fizzing experiments, dry ice, foam, fire and plenty of surprises as science is brought to life in an entertaining way.
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
10. Ímar at Settle Victoria Hall
Date: Saturday 31 October, 8pmLocation: Settle Victoria Hall, 24 Kirkgate, SettleTickets: £22, plus any online booking fee.
For something completely different on Halloween evening, award-winning Celtic folk band Ímar are performing in Settle.
The five-piece bring together musical traditions from Ireland, Scotland and the Isle of Man, with fiddles, pipes, concertina and lively arrangements.
It's a good choice for anyone who enjoys traditional music performed with real energy.
South Yorkshire
11. Halloween in Rotherham Market
Date: Saturday 31 October, 10am–2pmLocation: Rotherham Indoor Market, Eastwood LaneAdmission: Free
Rotherham Market is hosting a Halloween day with creative workshops, pumpkin trails and walkabout entertainment.
Children can make pom-pom monsters, search for hidden pumpkin clues and try autumn-inspired printing activities.
The programme also includes appearances from the Howlers, larger-than-life roaming characters, at 11am, 12 noon and 1pm.
12. Penistone Great Autumn Market
Date: Saturday 31 OctoberLocation: Oak Barn, Back Lane, PenistoneAdmission: Free to browse.
Penistone's Great Autumn Market brings local traders and seasonal shopping together in the town centre.
The event is part of Barnsley Council's programme of special markets, supporting independent businesses and giving residents and visitors another reason to explore the town.
Check the council's market information for the day's arrangements.
13. Wood You Dare Enter? Once Upon a Nightmare
Date: Saturday 31 October, 10am–2pmLocation: Sandall Beat Wood, DoncasterTickets: £8.50 per participating adult or carer; children free, up to two per adult.
This imaginative family Halloween adventure takes visitors into Sandall Beat Wood, where storybook characters have escaped from their pages.
Families must solve puzzles, follow clues and complete challenges to help restore the stories.
It's designed as an interactive woodland experience rather than a conventional scare attraction.
Advance booking is recommended.
14. Aalfy Open Day and Makers Market
Date: Sunday 1 November, 12 noon–4pmLocation: Aalfy Creative Community Learning Studio, 108 The Moor, SheffieldAdmission: See organiser's listing; activities and purchases may have separate costs.
A smaller community event in Sheffield brings together twelve local makers selling handmade goods, jewellery, artwork, decorations and gifts.
Visitors can browse the stalls, enjoy refreshments and take part in free creative activities. Community fundraising stalls will also be attending.
A good opportunity to support independent makers and local organisations.
15. Spooky Spectacular Fireworks at Doncaster Racecourse
Date: Sunday 1 November, 4pm–8pm (fireworks at 7pm)Location: Doncaster Racecourse, Leger Way, DoncasterTickets: Adults £10; children £6.
Doncaster Racecourse is hosting a major fireworks event combining a choreographed display with Halloween entertainment.
The afternoon and evening programme includes fairground rides, a children's disco, live performances and family activities before the main fireworks.
A popular option for families wanting to start the November fireworks season early.
East Yorkshire
16. Trick or Treat Street at William's Den
Date: Saturday 31 October, 11am–8pmLocation: William's Den, North CaveTickets: Adults £21.95; children £24.95, plus 75p booking fee per ticket.
William's Den has created a Halloween village called Denville, where families become part of a mystery.
Visitors meet unusual characters, follow clues, collect treats and take part in activities including a Monster Disco, maze and Ghoul School.
This is a family-friendly Halloween experience rather than an intense horror attraction. Booking is required, and normal William's Den adventure play is separate.
17. Burton Agnes Hall Halloween Trail
Date: Saturday 31 October and Sunday 1 November, 11am–5pmLocation: Burton Agnes Hall, near DriffieldAdmission: Included with normal Gardens admission.
The woodland at Burton Agnes Hall has been transformed for a family Halloween trail.
Visitors can discover handcrafted spooky scenes among the trees before exploring the adventure playground or stopping for refreshments in the Stableyard.
The trail is suitable for families, and dogs are welcome. The woodland may close in strong winds.
18. Halloween Spooky Gardens at Sewerby Hall
Date: Saturday 31 October and Sunday 1 November, 10am–3pmLocation: Sewerby Hall and Gardens, BridlingtonAdmission: Standard admission charges apply.
Sewerby Hall's Walled Gardens are hosting a Halloween character hunt during the school holidays.
Families can follow the garden paths and search for spooky characters hidden around the grounds, while also enjoying the wider estate.
It's an outdoor Halloween activity that can be combined with a visit to the house, gardens or zoo.
19. Coastal Fungi Botanical Painting Class
Date: Saturday 31 October, 10am–12.30pmLocation: Living Seas Centre, FlamboroughTickets: £25 per person.
Yorkshire Wildlife Trust is hosting a botanical painting workshop inspired by the shapes and colours of fungi.
Artist Katie Andrews will guide participants through painting techniques before they create their own artwork to take home.
All materials and hot drinks are included. No previous painting experience is needed.
20. Robert Vincent Trio at East Riding Theatre
Date: Saturday 31 October, 7.30pm performanceLocation: East Riding Theatre, BeverleyTickets: £20
Liverpool singer-songwriter Robert Vincent brings his trio to Beverley for an evening of Americana, country-influenced songwriting and roots music.
His expressive vocals and thoughtful lyrics have earned recognition within the UK Americana scene, including a UK Song of the Year award in 2025.
A good choice for live music fans looking for an intimate theatre performance.
Find More Yorkshire Events With The White Shire
That's 20 events to consider for the weekend of 31 October and 1 November, but there is much more happening across Yorkshire.
Our What's On This Weekend in Yorkshire guide brings together more local activities, markets, festivals and entertainment, while What's On This Month in Yorkshire covers the coming four weeks.
You can also explore events by region:
Whether it's a local market, an evening of live music, a free family activity or a traditional Yorkshire bonfire, there's plenty to discover.
Before travelling: Event times, prices, tickets and availability can change. Always check the official organiser's website for the latest information.
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