Things to do in Wales this October half term
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Need inspiration for things to do this October half term in Wales? From Halloween trails to spooky castles and cinema trips, we've rounded up some of the best October half term activities in Wales you can get to by bus. Get out and about with TrawsCymru for affordable family days out in Wales, with £1 bus singles and £3 day tickets for 5-21-year-olds.
Half term activities in Aberystwyth - T1, T2/T28, T5
Aberystwyth Arts Centre
There are plenty of things to do in half term at Aberystwyth Arts Centre to keep the family entertained:
- Saturday 10 - Saturday 31 October - Shaun The Sheep: The Beast Of Mossy Bottom
- Thursday 29 October - Halloween Bedazzling Workshop
- Friday 23 - Saturday 31 October - Ghosts: The Possession of Button House
- Saturday 31 October - The Utterly Revolting Science Show
Vale of Rheidol Railway
Did you know you can get 10% off entry at Vale of Rheidol Railway with your TrawsCymru bus ticket?
This attraction is one of our Big Days Out partners, which means you can enjoy a cheaper day out and travel sustainably.
Hop on the narrow-gauge railway, enjoy the rich history and experience the spectacular views of the Welsh countryside.
The Mystery of the Black Cat, National Library of Wales
Saturday 31 October
Enjoy a fun, interactive Halloween session at the National Library of Wales. The session combines storytelling, music and movement, providing a magical Halloween atmosphere.
Halloween Trains at Bala Lake Railway - T3/T3C
Friday 30 and Saturday 31 October 2026
Celebrate Halloween in true spooky style this October half term on a Halloween train. Journey down the trainline where you’ll stop at the haunted Flag Halt and the witches coven. Keep an eye out for ghosts and ghouls!
Half term events in Brecon - T4, T6
Argoed Lwyd
For outdoor family fun, head to Argoed Lwyd. From archery to caving, there are plenty of exciting things to do throughout October half term for the whole family. They also offer Light Up Canoe evening sessions.
Monday 26 October
Archery Taster Session, Caving Taster Session and Light Up Canoeing
Tuesday 27 October
Canoeing Taster Session and Light Up Canoeing
Wednesday 28 October
Archery Taster Session, Caving Taster Session and Light Up Canoeing
Thursday 29 October
Canoeing Taster Session and Light Up Canoeing
Friday 30 October
Canoeing Taster Session
Y Gaer
Got a Lego fan in the family? Visit Y Gaer for their free Lego club every Wednesday from 16:00 - 18:00.
Family days out in Caernarfon - T2/T28
Caernarfon Castle, Saturday 31 October - Sunday 4 November
To get into the true Halloween spirit this October half term, visit the Trick or Treat Trail at Caernarfon Castle. Enter the spooky castle, find all four of the scariest inhabitants, and solve the puzzle.
Ffestiniog & Welsh Highland Railways ‘The Fright Express’, Wednesday 28 - Saturday 31 October 2026
Experience the brand-new Fright Express from Ffestiniog & Welsh Highland Railways. Enjoy an evening of spooky adventures from Caernarfon to Dinas, and play ghoulish activities at Caernarfon Station.
Don’t forget to wear your spookiest Halloween costume!
Halloween at Denbigh Castle - T51
Saturday 31 October 2026
Head to Denbigh Castle in your best scary costume for a spooky trail and some creepy crafts. Get your face painted to match your costume and win some Halloween chocolate prizes after the trail.
Half term at Plantasia, Swansea - T6
Plantasia
On a rainy day in October half term, visit Plantasia and discover a world of wildlife and animals in the heart of the city centre. For an even cheaper day out, you can get 20% off entry when you travel there on our T6 bus.
You can get cheaper tickets when you visit Plantasia in Swansea by travelling on our T6 bus.
Fancy a spooky trip to Plantasia? Visit on 31 October for their special Glass Slipper Events.
Whether you're looking for Halloween events, family attractions or affordable October half term activities in Wales, there's plenty to keep the whole family entertained when you travel by bus. Travel with TrawsCymru and enjoy great-value family days out in Wales this October half term. Plan your journey: https://traws.cymru/en