Halloween Spectacular: An Evening of Family Friendly Spooky Fun
5pm to 9pm 30 October 2026
Get ready for a night of frightful fun as the Halloween Spectacular returns to Chiltern Open Air Museum.
Explore the museum after dark as historic buildings are transformed with spooky decorations and eerie lighting.
Enjoy spine-tingling storytelling, keep an eye out for spooky horses, and warm yourself by the bonfire while toasting marshmallows. Brave the scary walk — but beware of monsters lurking in the shadows!
It’s Going to Be the Greatest Show
This year some of the activities will have a circus theme - see the ringmaster’s amazing fire performance and watch jugglers in the arena, brave the spooky walk and visit the Funhouse, if you dare!
Younger visitors (or those of a more sensitive disposition!) can enjoy the not-so-spooky walk in our enchanted woodland, listen to the Halloween Band and make crafts in the marquee to take home. Visit the cottages for trick or treating and toast marshmallows over the bonfire for a great family night out.
Watch Highlights of 2024
Want to know what to expect at our Halloween Spectacular? Take a look at the highlights from our 2024 event.
Trick or Treat with Museum Volunteers in Our Historic Buildings
Get Your Costumes Ready
Don’t forget to come in fancy dress and capture the moment at the spooky photo studio for a memorable Halloween keepsake.
Our professional photographer Cat Cross will be set up in Northolt Barn with a brand new studio backdrop for 2026. Photos will be available to download within 7 days of the event for a small additional charge.
Send us your photos in costume at the event for the chance to win a family annual membership!
Event Information
This is a special evening event - fundraising for the Museum
Discounted tickets for COAM Annual Members
Under 16s must be accompanied by an adult
There are two entry times - 5pm and 6pm
Activities take place around the Museum site between 5pm and 9pm
The site can be quite dark in places so we advise to bring a torch, along with wearing suitable footwear and warm clothes
Most of the activities are suitable for all ages, however the spooky walk and some other activities are only suitable for ages 12+
Food is available from our café and independent food vendors during the event
General Museum Information
With 45 acres at your disposal, there is plenty to explore, including woodlands and an exciting adventure playground
Dogs on short leads are welcome but must not go inside residential buildings
Light lunches, drinks, cakes and snacks are available to purchase from our Skippings Barn
Sensory backpacks are available to borrow (subject to availability)
Mobility scooters are available to borrow (subject to availability - pre-booking is advised)
Lots of free parking
Photography and filming may take place during this event for the Museum archives and publicity. These photographs and video footage may appear in promotional or educational materials including on our websites, social media pages, newsletters, or in newspapers and magazines. If you do not wish to be photographed, please speak to the photographer.