30/10/2026
ππ WHAT'S ON THIS WEEKEND IN CARDIFF & BEYOND! πβ¨
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Friday 30 October β Sunday 1 November 2026
It's the final weekend of half-term, and there's still plenty of family fun happening across Cardiff and South Wales!
From FREE Halloween activities and a lovely community Light Party to spooky science, farm adventures and autumn markets, here's what's happening this weekend. π
π FRIDAY 30 OCTOBER
π» Mermaid Quay Halloween Haunt β Cardiff Bay
β° 11amβ4pm | FREE
Halloween biscuit decorating and family-friendly spooky fun.
π³ Brunch with Jack & Sally β The Dock, Cardiff Bay
β° 10amβ12pm | Β£12 per person
Breakfast, pumpkin decorating, face painting and Halloween activities. Booking required.
π¬ Ghoul School β Techniquest
Spooky science shows recommended for ages 5+.
Included with museum admission, with an optional Β£1 guaranteed show seat.
Please note there's a loud bang during the finale. Ear defenders are available.
π SATURDAY 31 OCTOBER
ππ RUMNEY CHAPEL LIGHT PARTY β RUMNEY
π Rumney Chapel, Brachdy Road
β° 5pmβ7pm | FREE (donations welcome)
A lovely family-friendly alternative to Halloween!
Games, stalls, hot dogs, candy floss, pumpkin carving and lots of fun.
Fancy dress welcome β the less scary, the better! It's outdoors, so wrap up warm. π
πΎ Halloween Fun β Amelia Trust Farm, Barry
β° 10amβ4.30pm | Ticketed
Animal encounters, giant spider-web trail, woodland storytelling, crafts and more.
Last entry 3.30pm.
π» Mermaid Quay Halloween Finale β Cardiff Bay
β° 11amβ4pm | FREE
Face painting, fancy dress, selfie spots and Halloween activities.
π St David's Halloween Parade β Cardiff City Centre
β° 12pm, 1pm, 2pm & 3pm | FREE
Spooky characters, music and Halloween fun!
π Ghostbusters β The Red Dragon Centre, Cardiff Bay
β° 10amβ4pm | FREE
Meet the Ghostbusters, see the famous film vehicles and enjoy photo opportunities. Free hands-on science workshops from 12pmβ4pm. Normal parking charges apply.
π¨ Bute Park Autumn Craft Fair
β° 10amβ3pm | FREE entry
Browse handmade gifts and crafts from local makers.
π SUNDAY 1 NOVEMBER
π¨ Bute Park Autumn Craft Fair
β° 10amβ3pm | FREE entry
Another chance to browse the lovely local stalls.
π Ghostbusters β The Red Dragon Centre
β° 10amβ4pm | FREE
More Ghostbusters fun and photo opportunities!
ποΈ South Wales Makers Market β St Fagans
Free entry | Parking Β£7
Browse handmade gifts and crafts from local makers. Museum opening hours are 10amβ4pm on Sunday; check the market's latest arrangements before travelling.
π¬ Ghoul School β Techniquest
One last chance to enjoy some spooky science before half-term ends! Museum admission applies.
π A LITTLE REMINDER
Please check directly with organisers for booking requirements, availability, weather updates and any last-minute changes before setting off.
β¨ Which one are you heading to this weekend?
And if you know of another lovely local event, pop it in the comments so other families can find it too!
Have a lovely weekend, everyone! ππ