The most terrifyingly fun night of the year is just around the corner! 🎃
Pumpkins, costumes, monsters, clues, attractions and the odd one or two surprise They’re starting to pop up all over Valencia, and this Halloween is packed with plans …so the whole family can enjoy it too. Because being scared doesn’t have to mean having a bad time.
There are options for the little ones, adventures around the city, theme parks and activities where the main thing is to play, have a laugh and experience something different. So Get your fancy dress costumes ready, gather the whole family together and take note, because this Halloween there’s more than one option worth considering.
Experience Halloween at Terra Mítica
If you’re looking for a complete Halloween plan, Terra Mítica It is one of the best activities to do with children.
From the 3 October to 1 November, the park swaps its usual setting for a much more mysterious one: special décor, characters, shows and an atmosphere designed to let you experience Halloween amongst the rides.
From Valencia&Go, you can take a Full-day trip to Terra Mítica over Halloween, with transport from Valencia including, so you don’t have to worry about your car, parking or getting around.
It’s a particularly good option if you want to spend the whole day enjoying the park and combine the park’s attractions with the special programme of events taking place at this time of year.
Turn Valencia into a game with a family treasure hunt
If you’d rather stay in the city, another way to celebrate Halloween with children is to swap the usual sightseeing trip for a treasure hunt.
Our Gymkhana around Valencia It is designed for all ages and offers a choice of two scenarios: the historic centre or the City of Arts and Sciences. During the tour, the group has to solve puzzles and complete challenges whilst discovering different parts of Valencia.
For families with children, it’s a particularly entertaining way to explore the city, as the tour turns into a game rather than a conventional sightseeing trip. The children’s version lasts approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes.
And if you want to give it a Halloween twist, you can make it in fancy dress and turn the centre of Valencia into your very own scene of mystery.
Monsters, fancy dress and activities for the little ones
Throughout October, there are also family-friendly activities taking place in various venues cultural and local of Valencia. Libraries, cultural centres and other venues in the city often organise workshops, short stories, crafts and monster-related activities, All Saints’ Day and Halloween. They’re a good option for young children or for families looking for something a bit more low-key.
You could also spend the afternoon getting your fancy dress costumes ready, strolling through the town centre, which has been decorated for the occasion, or rounding off the day by finding somewhere to have a themed afternoon tea.
How can you organise a family Halloween?
- If you’re after a full day of rides and Halloween atmosphere, book a day trip to Terra Mítica.
- For a shorter trip to Valencia, turn your visit to the city centre into a game with our Gymkhana around Valencia.
- Check out the programme of events at libraries, museums and cultural centres during the last week of October.
- Let the children dress up, even if the plans are for the daytime: at Halloween, any excuse will do.
- If you’re going to a theme park or a special event, book in advance, especially for the weekend of 31 October.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Will Terra Mítica be celebrating Halloween in 2026?
Yes. The special Halloween programme is scheduled for 3 October to 1 November, with festive decorations and special shows during this period. - Is it possible to get to Terra Mítica from Valencia without a car?
Yes. At Valencia&Go, we offer a full-day excursion with transport from Valencia, including during the Halloween season. - Are there any Halloween activities for children without having to leave Valencia?
Yes. One alternative is our Scavenger hunt around Valencia, a treasure hunt and series of challenges that can be undertaken in the historic centre or at the City of Arts and Sciences. The activity is suitable for all ages, and the children’s version lasts around 1 hour and 30 minutes. - Is the treasure hunt just for children?
No. It’s an activity to enjoy as a group and is designed for both families and adults. For children, the tour is adapted to make exploring the city much more engaging.
Halloween with the family can be about so much more than just putting on a fancy dress costume. You can spend the day enjoying the rides and meeting the characters at Terra Mítica, or turn the streets of Valencia into a treasure hunt with our scavenger hunt. Choose your plan, get your fancy dress costumes ready, and enjoy a different kind of Halloween together.
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