There are always plenty of things to do and activities for the whole family in Faversham during Half Term, many with a seasonal Halloween theme or twist.
Faversham Town Council hope that many will take the opportunity during Half Term to venture to places you’ve never been before and explore all that Faversham has to offer. Participate in Faversham Passport Scheme it is entirely free, no purchases are necessary.
Faversham Passports can be collected from the Visitor Information Centre, 12 Market Place, Faversham, or any participating destinations.
On completing your passport you will receive a Certificate of Completion and Badge! Find out more and register your passport here.
In addition, check out the selection of activities, trails and events on our what's on pages - a selection of which are featured below:
Free half term ‘pig fishing’ offer at Huckleberry Woods!
Children visiting this October half term can take part in our world exclusive ‘pig fishing’ game. Fish for your favourite pig with butternut squash as bait. Will you fish for Bandit the head pig, Huxley Pig, Mr Darcey, little Mini, Rodney Trotter, Maple or Mulberry?
Then chill out with the rest of the animals, free ranging around their orchard home. Visit the naughty pygmy goats, alpacas, sheep, miniature donkeys, chickens and turkeys.
If you’ve never fished for pigs before - now’s your chance. Just enter the promo code Pigfish1 when you check out a child’s ticket to visit Huckleberry Woods between 19th October and 3rd November.
Book here https://tinyurl.com/5a7v2j7y
Pumpkin Pick Town Trail - Faversham Town Council Event
Looking for some Halloween fun? Join us for the Pumpkin Pick Town Trail!
How it Works:
- Pick up your Pumpkin Pick map at the Visitor Information Centre.
- Explore the town and locate all the hidden pumpkins
- Complete the answers as you find each pumpkin.
- Return your completed map to the Visitor Information Centre for a chance to win a spook-tacular Halloween hamper!
- Monday 21st October to Sunday 3rd November 2024
Gather your family and friends and embark on a fun-filled adventure through town! Don't forget your Halloween spirit – costumes are encouraged!
See you there for some pumpkin-picking fun!
Faversham Annual Howl-O-Ween Dog Parade – Saturday October 26th
Calling all furry friends and their humans! Dress up your pups in their best Halloween costumes and join us for a day of fun, frights, and festivities at the annual Halloween Dog Parade!
Meet outside Ollie Bongo's Pet Essentials at 11am.
Spooky Fun at Faversham Pools!
Get ready for a frightfully good time this Halloween! Our Halloween Party takes place on Thursday 31st October from 2pm - 4pm, and it’s going to be packed with spooktacular surprises, decorations, and plenty of fun!
If you can't make the party, don't worry! We’ve got spooky swims lined up throughout the half-term week:
- Saturday 26th October: Two inflatable sessions from 12:30pm - 2:30pm & 2:30pm - 4:30pm.
- Tuesday 29th October: Inflatable fun with a spooky twist from 2pm-4pm
- Saturday 2nd November: One last chance for Halloween inflatable fun with two sessions from 12:30pm - 2:30pm & 2:30pm - 4:30pm.
Don’t miss out on all the eerie excitement at Faversham Pools this half-term! 🕸️👻 Book your session today!
Standard Quay Spooktacular Fun Activities - Halloween Trail & Halloween Face Painting
From the 26th October to the 3rd November we will be hosting a Halloween trial along Standard Quay. Find all the scary items and win a prize! It’s free to play, head to the Vintage and Furniture Barn to collect your playing card and return it once you have found all the spooky pieces and claim your prize! You can also masquerade into a scary monster or your favourite animal on Sunday 27th October when Cheeky Chops face painters arrive 10-4! A great way to entertain the kids this half term!
Papà Bianco has Halloween Movie Nights on, on 3 dates 22nd, 29th and 31st and a Halloween Party on Friday Nov 1st.
Spooky Half-Term Adventure at The Alexander Centre on October 28th, 2024!
Do you dare to join us for a spine-tingling afternoon of creepy pumpkin carving, fiendish face painting, kooky crafts, and more? Bring your little ghouls and goblins for a hauntingly good time!
Three Spooky Sessions:
10:00 AM – 11:30 AM
12:00 PM – 1:30 PM
2:00 PM – 3:30 PM
Only £5.50 per child – pumpkin included!
Book now to secure your child’s place. Spaces are extremely limited!
Event Details:
Suitable for children aged 5 and up
Children must be supervised by an adult during pumpkin carving
Inform our team of any allergies at least 48 hours in advance
Notify us if you can’t attend so we can offer the spot to another eager participant
Hurry, these spooky sessions fill up fast! Reserve your spot today and let the Halloween fun begin!
Role Play Rascals Halloween Trail
Join us over the October half term with your little ones for our popular Halloween trail! Collect the spooky items, and pop them in the witch's cauldron whilst chanting some magic spells, small prize at the end! Suitable for children walking up to a maximum age of 7 years old. £8.50 per child.
Book online at www.roleplayrascals.com, just book onto a session between Monday 28th October and Friday 1st November.
Half Term Fun at Faversham Recreation Ground
More half term free fun at Faversham Recreation Ground with Anna Outdoors thanks to Swale Borough Council's Heritage Lottery and Big Lottery funding on Saturday November 2nd . Mask Making Naturally from 12 noon until 2.30pm AND Lantern Festival 3pm – 5pm at the Community Room look out for the Anna Outdoors flag.
Belmont House and Gardens Family Cooking Workshop | 29th & 30th October, 10am until 1.30pm
Join Wild Classroom this autumn half term, where you and your family will be able to cook over fire during a half-day workshop using fresh produce from the Belmont Kitchen Garden.
Typically, on these longer sessions you will have the chance to cook and enjoy 3-4 different dishes mostly using very local and seasonal produce, tummies will be full!
After the session, you'll have the chance to explore the gardens and enjoy the stunning autumn colours
£70.00 includes the registration of 2 adults and 2 children aged 4 – 15 years.
Book your place today https://belmont-house.org/events-page/
Kids Pumpkin Decorating at Macknade
Paint brushes and pumpkins at the ready! Get your DIY decorations sorted just in time for Halloween at Macknade’s Kids Mini Pumpkin Decorating workshop on October 29th. Drop in anytime between 11am & 1.30pm, and for just £5 each your mini artists can create their very own spooky masterpiece. No booking required.
Find out more via the Macknade website here: https://macknade.com/products/haunting-half-term-fun-kids-pumpkin-decorating
The Pumpkin Pick Town Trail in Faversham 21 October - 3rd November
Howl-O-Ween Dog Parade - Saturday October 26th - Market Place Faversham
Anna Outdoors Half Term Fun at Faversham Recreation Ground
Take on the Mount Ephraim Pumpkin Trail this Halloween. Open on Halloween Only from 11am - 3pm on Thursday 31st October. The Tea Room will be open serving drinks and a small selection of sweet treats only.
