Drayton Manor — Halloween Spooktacular
Dates
October 20, 2026
Doors
Early evening
Where
Drayton Manor Park
Tickets from
£25.00
Inside the venue
Gallery
Instant e-ticket
In your inbox the moment you pay
Secure checkout
Encrypted card payment
Guide-supervised
Every vigil led by experienced staff
Date changes
Move night up to 48 hours before*
About this
Event Description
Trick-or-treat trails, a haunted train ride, and a spectacular lake show at Drayton Manor’s Halloween event. Family-friendly, near Birmingham, 20 Oct–1 Nov 2026.
- Format: Trick-or-treat trails, the family-friendly Haunted Express ghost train, and an end-of-day lake water, light and fire spectacular, with fireworks on selected dates.
- Family-friendly throughout — gentle, atmospheric fun rather than intense scares.
- Fireworks run on selected dates, including the opening and closing weekends.
- Getting around: the park is largely flat and accessible; scare mazes are generally not wheelchair accessible.
Drayton Manor, near Tamworth and within easy reach of Birmingham, marks its Halloween season with a family-friendly spooktacular built around a trick-or-treat trail, a haunted train ride, and — the standout addition in recent years — a genuinely spectacular end-of-day lake show combining water fountains, lighting, lasers, projections, and fire effects set to a Halloween score. With over 50 rides, a 15-acre zoo, and Thomas Land for younger children, it’s one of the more affordable and accessible big theme park Halloween days out in the Midlands.
Why you should book this
At the most affordable price point in this collection, Drayton Manor offers strong value for a family day combining a theme park, zoo, and Thomas Land in one ticket — plus a genuinely impressive lake show that rivals much bigger parks’ evening spectaculars. Its Tamworth location makes it one of the most convenient big theme park Halloween events for Midlands and Birmingham families.
What you’ll experience
- Trick or Treat Trail — children collect treats from themed locations across the park, with a Halloween-themed kids’ trail and photo opportunities
- The Haunted Express — a family-friendly ghost train journey through the park’s eeriest corners
- Lake water, light & fire spectacular — an end-of-day show combining towering water fountains, lighting, lasers, projections, and fire effects, with smaller preview fountain shows earlier in the day
- Fireworks nights — firework displays on selected dates, including opening and closing weekends
- Thomas Land & the 15-acre zoo — included family attractions ideal for younger children
Shows, trails & family fun
| Experience | Details |
|---|---|
| Trick or Treat Trail | Children collect treats from themed locations, with a kids’ trail and photo spots |
| The Haunted Express | A family-friendly ghost-train journey through the park’s eeriest corners |
| Lake spectacular | End-of-day water, light, laser, projection and fire show set to a Halloween soundtrack |
| Fireworks nights | Firework displays on selected dates, including opening and closing weekends |
Rides
| Ride | Details |
|---|---|
| Rides with theming | Family and thrill rides across the park with Halloween theming |
Daily schedule
| Time | What’s on |
|---|---|
| 10:00am | Park, zoo, and Thomas Land open — Halloween theming live throughout |
| Throughout the day | Trick or Treat Trail open; smaller preview fountain shows on the lake |
| Throughout the day | The Haunted Express ghost train running (small additional charge) |
| Dusk | The main lake water, light & fire spectacular show |
| Selected dates Fireworks display following the lake show | |
| 6:00pm | (approx.) Park closes — later on fireworks nights, check official site |
Before you visit
🚗 Getting there & parking
By car: on-site parking (a parking fee typically applies — check current rates). Allow 5–10 minutes to walk from the car park. By train: Tamworth is nearest, with a short taxi or bus connection (~10–15 min); the park is not within comfortable walking distance of the station.
🕐 Entry & times
10:00am–9:00pm daily, 20 Oct–1 Nov 2026. A valid ticket for your chosen date admits you for the day. Scare mazes are queue-based on the day; a paid Fast Track may be available — check the official park site.
⚠ Code of conduct
Prohibited at all events: real or imitation weapons, full-face masks that prevent ID checks, and glass containers. Costumes are welcome within those limits. Security searches may be carried out on entry. Abusive or threatening behaviour, or failure to follow venue instructions, means removal without a refund.
Content note: This is a family-friendly event throughout, with no scare mazes or jump-scare attractions — the closest thing to a fright is the gentle Haunted Express ghost train. Fireworks displays on selected nights involve loud noise, which may not suit those with noise sensitivity or very young children. Good for: Midlands and Birmingham-based families · Younger children and Thomas Land fans · Value-conscious visitors · Anyone wanting fireworks as part of their Halloween visit
Getting there
Where
Venue
Drayton Manor Park
Please allow extra travel time — several of our venues are rural, with limited public transport. Parking details are on your ticket.
Event dates
October 20, 2026
Before you book
Good to know
Age policy varies by tier — check the ticket option you pick. Photo ID may be requested for age-restricted tiers.
Genuine historic buildings. Expect uneven floors and, at some venues, steep stairs and limited step-free access.
Bring a torch, warm layers and flat, sensible shoes. Venues are cold and dark.
No physical contact takes place. All vigils are guide-supervised and every activity is optional.
Still deciding
Questions
Is anything staged?
No. Nothing is staged and no outcome is ever promised. Genuine historic buildings, investigated with structured vigils and traditional techniques.
What happens after I pay?
Your e-ticket is emailed straight away, with a unique QR code per guest. Save it as PDF, add to Apple or Google Wallet, or resend from My Account.
Which ticket should I choose?
Twilight for families, Standard for the full after-dark tour, Premium for a small-group vigil with equipment, VIP for the extended late session on 31 October.
Can I change my date?
Yes, up to 48 hours before, subject to availability on the night you move to.
Do I need experience?
None at all. Guides run every session and stay with your group the whole time.
Book your experience
- Instant e-ticket by email, QR per guest
- Secure card checkout — total confirmed at checkout
- Every activity on the night is optional
£25.00
Early Bird — 20% off