FestivalHalloween at Hampton Court Palace
Organised by Historic Royal Palaces — Hampton Court Palace
Under-5s go free; trails and storytelling are gentle, though some indoor projections are atmospheric
Dates & Times
Saturday 24 October 2026 – Sunday 1 November 2026
10:00 AM – 5:30 PM
Daily 10am–5.30pm (last entry 4.30pm); storytelling sessions throughout the day
About this event
Step into Henry VIII's notoriously haunted palace for an atmospheric — but family-friendly — Halloween week. Inside, costumed ghosts, glowing projections and mysterious soundscapes bring the palace to life, while the Wilderness garden hosts a bewitching seasonal trail with pumpkins, scarecrows and autumn surprises. Pull up a rug for interactive family storytelling sessions, and little ones can let off steam in the Magic Garden playground. Gently spooky rather than scary, and right on the doorstep. 📍 Hampton Court Palace, East Molesey 📅 Saturday 24 October – Sunday 1 November ⏰ Daily 10am–5.30pm (last entry 4.30pm) 💰 Included with palace admission — under-5s free