7 of the Best October Activities in Bristol in 2025

Looking for things to do in Bristol this October? Whether you're into spooky thrills, pumpkin picking, or eerie ghost stories, there’s something for everyone this Autumn. Read on for seven of the best October events happening in and around Bristol in 2025.

1. Halloween at Avon Valley Adventure & Wildlife Park 

When: 27th September 2025 to 31st October 2025

Where: Pixash Lane, Keynsham, Bristol, BS31 1TP

FEAR is a firm favourite for lovers of horror and Halloween and a must-see once again this October in Bristol!

Close up of a cobweb between two plants on a dull damp Autumn morning

Not one for the faint-hearted, the FEAR Scream Park never fails to bring the thrills with scare mazes, funfair rides and iconic street entertainment. See all the spooky details at FEAR.

Prefer something a little less scary? Head over to the Pumpkin Patch to pick your own gourds and pumpkins and enjoy a range of seasonal games and activities. Or, visit later in the day for Pumpkin Patch Nights, complete with fire shows, live music, and an open bar. Learn more about the Pumpkin Patch at Avon Valley Adventure & Wildlife Park. 

2. Pumpkinfest at Noah's Ark Zoo Farm

When: 15th September 2025 to 2nd November 2025 

Where: Clevedon Road, Wraxall, Clevedon, BS48 1PG

Celebrate the arrival of Autumn with a visit to Noah's Ark Zoo Farm's Pumpkinfest and marvel at their biggest and most colourful pumpkin harvest to date – celebrated with a record-breaking jumbo elephant mosaic made from an astonishing 11,000 home grown pumpkins and gourds.

Orange pumpkins of various sizes piled up.

Running through October and into early November, this family-friendly event at Noah's Ark Zoo Farm includes pumpkin-filled adventures, scavenger hunts, and seasonal nature activities.

Discover how to join the fun at Noah's Ark Zoo Farm.

3. Spooky Movies at Bristol Film Festival

When: 11th October 2025 to 30th November 2025

Where: Various locations around Bristol

Back by popular demand, the Bristol Film Festival is screening classic horror and Halloween films at unique and spooky venues across the city — from the eerie Redcliffe Caves to atmospheric Arnos Vale Cemetery.

Choose to watch your favourite cult classics in a new location or opt to see something for the first time. Head over to Bristol Film Festival today for the full line up.

4. Believe in Beasts at Wake The Tiger 

When: 1st October 2025 to 2nd November 2025

Where: 127 Albert Road, St. Philips Marsh, Bristol, BS2 0YA 
  
Something strange is stirring at the Dream Factory. At Believe in Beasts, you're invited to uncover the mystery, or unleash your creativity in the Halloween Art Competition.

Book your out-of-this-world Halloween adventure at Wake The Tiger. 

5. Howl-oween Trail at Wild Place Project

When: 25th October 2025 to 2nd November 2025 

Where: Wild Place Project, Blackhorse Hill, Bristol, BS10 7TP

Looking for something spooky and educational? Why not take the kids to the fang-tastic Howl-oween trail at The Wild Place this Autumn? 

Brown grizzly hear looking at the camera surrounded by green trees
Bear Wood at The Wild Place. Image Credit: Andre Pattenden.

Grab a Halloween activity trail leaflet and explore the award-winning Bear Wood to see the bears before they go into hibernation. Learn about animal bones, skulls and x-rays. Enter the witch’s campsite, if you dare, and get stuck into creepy craft-making.  

The best part – children in fancy dress get 50% off admission! Book your tickets at Wild Place Project today. 

6. Ghost Stories by Candlelight at Bristol Old Vic

When: 21st October 2025 to 25th October 2025 

Where: Bristol Old Vic, King Street, Bristol, BS1 4ED

For a more theatrical scare, Ghost Stories by Candlelight returns to the Bristol Old Vic with four new spine-tingling stories from award-winning UK writers. Take your seat and prepare for a haunting experience, drawing audiences into the eerie landscapes and hidden histories of the East and West of England. 

View of the empty Bristol Old Vic Theatre from the stage lit up.

Step into the glow of flickering candles — but beware, as once the lights dim, the stories truly come alive...! Find details at Bristol Old Vic (if you dare). 

7. Patchway Halloween Fireworks To Music 2025

When: 1st November 2025, gates open at 17:00

Where: Norman Scott Park, Patchway, BS34 5JR

Patchway Town Council invites you to a seasonal celebration with a twist - Halloween Fireworks to Music. This family-friendly event combines a colourful fireworks display with a themed soundtrack to mark the end of spooky season in style. Fancy dress is encouraged, and there’ll be spot prizes for standout costumes - so feel free to come dressed to impress (or scare!).

So if you are looking for a fun night out with friends and family, book your tickets today. 

Orange fireworks bursting in a night sky.

So, there you have it — the best of Bristol this October, all reachable in 35 minutes or less from Brabazon, Bristol’s most exciting new neighbourhood.

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