Glastonbury and Street are buzzing with excitement this Halloween season, offering a range of spooky activities, traditional Samhain celebrations, and family-friendly events. Whether you're looking for thrilling ghost tours, creative workshops, or mystical processions, there's something for everyone. Here's a roundup of what's happening in and around these historic towns this October.

Glastonbury Zombie Walk

The Glastonbury Zombie Walk is back for 2024, taking place on 31st October. This annual community event sees participants dress up as zombies and shuffle through the town to raise funds for the local charity, Children's World. The walk starts at 4:30pm, with a face-painting station at King William Skittle Alley to help transform participants into the undead before the parade kicks off. The High Street will be closed for the event, and it's a fantastic way to get into the Halloween spirit while supporting a worthy cause​.

Glastonbury Dragons Wild Hunt Celebrations

Glastonbury's Samhain Procession is a highlight of the season, taking place on Saturday, 26th October. Expect a lively parade featuring drummers, dancers, and even dragons, as the town comes together to celebrate this ancient Celtic festival. The procession will wind its way through the streets, ending at the Market Cross for a final gathering to mark the turning of the year and the arrival of the darker half​(

The Big Creative Samhain Market

Glastonbury's Assembly Rooms will host The Big Creative Samhain Market on 26th and 27th October. Featuring handcrafted goods, local artists, and holistic traders, this free event is a fantastic opportunity to pick up unique gifts and connect with the town's vibrant artistic community. The market is the perfect setting for those looking to celebrate Samhain creatively and support local makers​.

Sacred Samhain: The Dragon's Path Retreat

For those wanting to explore the spiritual side of Samhain, the Sacred Samhain: The Dragon's Path Retreat offers a four-day immersive experience from 25th October. The retreat includes guided meditations, ceremonies, and visits to some of Glastonbury's most sacred sites, such as the Chalice Well Gardens and Glastonbury Abbey, making it an ideal event for those wanting to deepen their connection to this mystical time of year.

Avalon Halloween Party

The Assembly Rooms will also host the Avalon Halloween Party on 25th October. This unique event combines music, ritual, and revelry, featuring an opening shamanic ceremony, live bands, and a DJ set. Running from 7pm until midnight, it's a great way to celebrate Halloween Glastonbury-style, blending the town's spiritual atmosphere with a lively party vibe​.

Wookey Hole's Blood Moon Spectacle

A short drive from Glastonbury, Wookey Hole is transforming its famous caves for the Halloween season with the Blood Moon Spectacle. Visitors can explore the eerie caves, lit with a ghostly red glow, and enjoy a range of attractions including the return of the Wookey Hole Circus, a Giant Pumpkin Trail, and a fancy dress competition. The event runs on weekends from 5th October and daily from 26th October to 3rd November, making it a perfect family-friendly adventure​.

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