Things to do with the kids in and around Manchester this October half term and Halloween 2023

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October half term is almost here, which means you're probably on the hunt for things to do with the kids. With Halloween falling just after the break for most people, there's lots of spooky fun on the cards for families.

From places to pick pumpkins, to Spookfest at The Trafford Centre, a Halloween trail with spooky boat ride at Chester Zoo and the Scare Skate ice rink in Manchester city centre, there's no shortage of things to do over the holidays.

And there are some great offers too, like kids go free at Knowsley Safari, £5 tickets to see Hansel and Gretel in Bolton, and half price tickets to BeWILDerwood Cheshire, which is hosting a Glorious Glowing Lantern Parade. READ MORE: Read more of the M.E.N's parenting content READ MORE: Best pumpkin patches in and around Greater Manchester for Halloween We've pulled together a list of activities across the region, with something for kids of all ages to enjoy.

And don't forget to check out our list of four new incredible family attractions to take the kids to over the break. There's the new Chaos Karts, in Manchester city centre, and three new attractions in Trafford - Nerf Action Xperience and King Pins inside Trafford Palazzo and a new climbing and adventure centre Rock Up at Chill Factore. Take a look at what's happening in and around Greater Manchester this October half term and Halloween The Trafford Centre is set to get spooky again this half term with a funfair, circus and more.