5 Things to Do in Barnsley for October Halloween Half-Term Week
- bestofbarnsley
- Oct 10
- 2 min read
October half-term is almost here, and Barnsley is packed with family-friendly events that’ll keep everyone entertained! Whether you fancy something spooky or just want a great day out, check out these five picks for whats happening between 27th October and 2nd November.
1. Childrens Halloween Disco at the Qube - Burntwood Court Hotel
With face painting, party games and soft play available this Haloween disco has got you covered for the kids to enjoy the Monster Mash while you sit back and joy the hot buffet on offer.
Event: Thursday 30th October 6:00pm.

2. Family Halloween Party at Darfield Community Centre
Get your costumes ready for the Family Halloween Party at Illsley Road, Darfield. Expect spooky games, music, and activities for all ages.
Event: Friday 31st October, 6:30pm.

3. Pumpkin Picking at Cannon Hall Farm
Get your wellies on and scary faces ready! Throughout the month opf October, pick your own pumpkins at Cannon Hall Farm’s pumpkin patch is back, costumes are encouraged! Boasting over 10,000 pumpikins to be picked theres plenbty to choose from for the whole family.

4. Cannon Hall Farm Bonfire and Firework Spectacular – 2nd November
Wrap up the week with a family-friendly bonfire and firework display at Cannon Hall Farm! Enjoy animal encounters, play areas, a children’s disco, and a spectacular show—featuring quieter fireworks suitable for young kids.

5. Yorkshire Scare Grounds Scream Park
One for the older youth and adults with this one being a little ways out of Barnsley. Yorkshire Scare Grounds offers a terrifying walk-through scare attraction with live actors and special effects, perfect for older youth and adults who want a true Halloween adrenaline rush. Not for the faint hearted!

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