The spooky season is well underway, and there are plenty of events going on around the district to get involved in this Halloween.
From pumpkin picking, trails, and carving competitions, to Halloween-themed arts and crafts, discovering dark creatures, and walking tours, there is something for everyone to enjoy this October.
Click through the gallery to discover the scarily good events going on around the district this month.
5. Halloween events in Wakefield
Pontefract Castle is hosting its Witches and Wizards event from October 29 to November 1. Aimed at children, the event will offer themed crafts and ‘witchy’ outdoor activities. At 11.15am, 12.15pm and 1.30pm each day, there will be potions demonstrations on the bandstand. For families who require a more relaxed atmosphere and restricted numbers, SEND sessions will run at 10am each day. Tickets for these sessions can be booked at: https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/wakefield-museums-castles/send-witches-and-wizards-week/e-kjvxvg Photo: Experience Wakefield
6. Halloween events in Wakefield
Redwood Farm at Ardsley Reservoir will be open for pumpkin picking October 11 to 12, 18 to 19, and 25 to 31. There will also be face painting, food and drink, and photo opportunities. Photo: Experience Wakefield
7. Halloween events in Wakefield
Blacker Hall Farm’s pumpkin patch is open until October 31, and offers families the chance to pick their own pumpkin and paint it at a painting station. Fancy dress is encouraged. The patch is open daily from 10am to 4pm. Tickets can be bought online at: https://www.blackerhallfarmshop.co.uk/products/pumpkin-picking-painting Photo: Experience Wakefield
8. Halloween events in Wakefield
The Ridings shopping centre will host its Nightmare Before Christmas Halloween event on October 30 and 31. The event will take place between 11am and 3pm each day, and families can expect to enjoy spooky games, Halloween-themed arts and crafts, and face painting. There will also be an appearance from Jack Skellington and Sally from the world of The Nightmare Before Christmas. Photo: Experience Wakefield