FRIGHTFULLY GOOD FUN OCTOBER HALF TERM HOLIDAYS
IT'LL BE A SCREAM! October Half Term will begin creeping up, so trick or treat your little monsters to a trip to Butlin’s. Sink your teeth into un-boo-lievable entertainment and fangtastic activities, including pumpkin carving, eerie Arts & Crafts and our late-night Scareground. And the spooky celebrations don’t end there. There’ll be ghoul parties (whoops, we mean pool parties), spellbinding shows, killer photo opportunities, and a firework display to end your break with a bang. Feeling brave? Tiptoe through our Halloween Graveyard and experience the frightfully fun Scare Walk. But beware! Ghosts and ghouls lurk in the shadows…
Book your October Half Term break now to get first dibs on dates and accommodation. Worried about missing out on a sweeter deal later? Our Lowest Price Guarantee has you covered. So, get your planning hat on, pick a date and lock in some family fun.
SPOOKY ENTERTAINMENT & ACTIVITIES
2026 HEADLINE SHOWS
MORE FAMILY-FRIENDLY SHOWS DURING OCTOBER HALF TERM
Our October Half Term holidays are packed with spooktacular entertainment, day and night. Our headline shows are Maximum Pro Wrestling and The Masked Singer® Live. You'll also find exclusive Butlin's productions and co-productions, including our guest-favourite pantomime, plus Halloween-themed shows like Skyline Gang Monster Mash-Up and Billy's Bone Shaker Party.
MORE OCTOBER HALF TERM ACTIVITIES FOR KIDS & GROWN-UPS
The fun never stops on your October Half Term break. From Splash Waterworld and unlimited goes on the Scareground to Soft Play and Halloween-themed activities like our Eerily Silent Disco, Pottery Painting and Pumpkin Carving, you'll wonder how you'll fit it all in.
THERE'S LOADS INCLUDED IN THE PRICE
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WHEN IS OCTOBER HALF TERM IN 2026?
Planning your October half term holiday? Here's when the schools break up, so you can lock in your dates.
In England and Wales
- Term ends on Friday 23 October 2026
- Back to school on Monday 2 November 2026
- Some schools break up a week earlier, on Friday 16 October, returning Monday 26 October. Please check your local council's website for the correct dates in your area.
Scotland
- Term ends on Friday 9 October 2026
- Back to school on Monday 19 October 2026
- Some schools break up a week earlier, on Friday 2 October, returning Monday 12 October. Please check your local council's website for the correct dates in your area.
THE BEST OCTOBER HALF TERM HOLIDAYS UK
No one does fun and entertainment like Butlin’s! Join us this October half term for non-stop family adventures with eye-popping live shows, splash-tastic pools, endless daytime activities, and fairgrounds with unlimited rides. From action-packed days to show-stopping nights, it’s the perfect family getaway - great value, no hassle, just brilliant family time by the sea.
HOW TO HAVE A CHEAP OCTOBER HALF TERM HOLIDAY
Still searching for a cheap October half term holiday in the UK? It’s not too late to make it one to remember at Butlin’s! Here’s how to have the best family break, without breaking the bank:
✔ Make the most of what's included in the price. Unlike most other holiday parks, an October half term break at Butlin's comes with so much included! From live family-friendly shows and unlimited fairground rides to Splash Waterworld pools and a huge range of activities, there’s plenty to enjoy without spending extra.
✔ Choose the right accommodation for you. Whether you’re after great-value rooms or extra space in our self-catering apartments, there’s something to suit every family and every budget.
✔ We make rainy days fun. Don’t worry about the weather! All three of our resorts are packed with indoor entertainment, so the fun keeps going whatever the forecast (and no need to spend extra on rainy day activities).
OCTOBER HALF TERM BREAKS & GETAWAYS FOR FAMILIES
October half term is made for family time, and there’s no better place to spend it than at Butlin’s! From tots to teens (and the grown-ups too), there’s something for everyone to enjoy on your October half term family break:
- Make a splash in our pools with twisting slides, and splash zones for little ones
- Feel the thrills on our fairground rides for big kids, or visit the Little Stars Fairground made just for tots
- Explore and play in Butlin’s SKYPARK, our inclusive and interactive playground
- Enjoy live shows featuring favourites like Peppa Pig, and The Masked Singer Live
- Join in the fun with endless daytime activities for all ages.
And the best bit? It’s all included in the price of your break! So, if you’re looking for the ultimate October half term getaway in the UK, Butlin’s has it all.
