Frightful Halloween events for all the family

Halloween

Get your capes, witches hats, brooms and fangs ready for frightfully fun events in Oldham town centre this Halloween.

These spooktacular activities can be enjoyed by the whole family.

Oldham Library Halloween Spooktacular
(All the family)
Friday 27 October, 6–8pm - free.
Join in an evening of Halloween mischief for all the family.
Wear your best costume and meet characters from the Cosplay Companions Guild.
Play your favourite retro games, listen to spooky bedtime stories and take part in the Halloween trail.
E: victoria.varley@oldham.gov.uk
T: 0161 7708036
Oldham Library, Oldham, OL1 1AL

Oldham Spooktacular
Saturday 28 October, 11am – 4pm - free.
Take a stroll through the deep dark woods and discover lots of spooky goings-on in Parliament Square.
Meet The Gruffalo, who will be appearing at various intervals throughout the day at 11am, 12noon, 1pm, 2pm and 3pm.
Try and tame our fearsome dragon Epico – if you dare. Plus look out for the giant eerie trees that spring to life when you least expect it.
Listen to the sounds from our giant drumming ants and get close to spiders, snakes and creepy crawlies with Ranger Rob’s animal experience.
Plus, take part in chilling arts and crafts throughout the day.
www.visitoldham.com
T: 0161 770 4516
Parliament Square, Oldham OL1 1QN

The Gruffalo and Room on the Broom (U)
Saturday 28 October, 2pm - £3 per ticket.
See the short version of The Gruffalo and meet a fun witch and scary dragon in Room on the Broom on the big screen.
Each ticket includes a goodie bag with  drink and popcorn for all children.
To book. T: 0161 770 4742
www.thesmallcinema.com
Oldham Library (Performance Space), Oldham OL1 1AL

Spooky Saturday
28 October, 11am – 3pm - free.
See what creepy activities are going on in Spindles Town Square Shopping centre throughout the day.
Take part in Halloween crafts, get your face painted as your favourite villain or scary character and meet the spooky characters.
E: enquiries@spindles.co.uk
T: 0161 628 5891
Spindles Shopping Centre,
Oldham OL1 1HD

Town Centre Ghost Walk
Tuesday 31 October, 5 – 6pm for ages six to14, 7pm, 8pm and 9pm for 14 years plus free.
Take a spooky tour of Oldham Town Centre on Halloween.
Uncover the secrets of the Oldham Giant and more terrifying tales – suitable for those who are not easily scared.
Walks start and end at Molino Lounge in Parliament Square and last for 20 to 30 minutes.