Autumn is here, and that means one thing – spooky season has arrived! 🍂 From haunted houses and pumpkin patches to costume parties and charity balls, Newcastle is full of frightfully fun ways to celebrate Halloween this year. Whether you’re planning a family outing or a night of grown-up ghoulish glamour, there’s something for everyone.
👻 The Great Park Halloween Party – A Spooktacular Evening
📅 Saturday 25th October
📍 The Grand Hotel, High Gosforth Park
Hosted by GPOP, this adults-only party promises a night of thrills and chills in support of local charities. Guests can look forward to:
- Entertainment from Charlie Richmond & Wilkins School of Dance
- A delicious three-course meal
- Dancing and fundraising fun
Tickets are selling fast – grab yours now at greatparkparty.com.
🎃 Pick Your Perfect Pumpkin
What’s Halloween without a trip to the pumpkin patch? Local favourites include:
- Spilman’s Farm – a little drive from Newcastle, but worth it for the variety of pumpkins and family activities.
- Brocksbushes Farm – pick your own pumpkins and enjoy their farm shop full of seasonal treats.
Perfect for carving, decorating, or turning into a warming autumn soup!
🕸️ Family-Friendly Frights
If you’ve got little monsters to entertain, check out:
- Seven Stories Halloween Trails – spooky storytime sessions for kids.
- Beamish Museum’s Halloween Nights – immersive history with a haunted twist.
- Local Community Events – keep an eye out for school and neighbourhood Halloween discos.
🧛 Costume & Party Ideas
Looking to turn heads this Halloween?
- Go classic with a witch, vampire, or ghost.
- Get creative – think film characters, gothic glam, or even group themes.
- Newcastle fancy dress shops and online stores are already stocked with everything you need to put together a look that will raise spirits.
🍬 Trick-or-Treat Safety Tips
If you’re heading out trick-or-treating around Newcastle, keep it fun and safe:
- Stick to well-lit areas and known streets.
- Carry a torch or glow sticks.
- Always check treats before little ones tuck in.
🕷️ Finally
Newcastle always knows how to throw a party, and Halloween 2025 is shaping up to be one of the best yet. Whether you’re carving pumpkins, hitting the dance floor, or simply curling up with a scary film at home, there are endless ways to embrace the spooky season.
👀 Will you be dressing up or heading to an event this year? Let us know in the comments – or share your Halloween snaps with us at info@getthegoss.co.uk for a chance to be featured!
