Halloween in Madrid is much more than costumes and candy: it is an opportunity to have fun and celebrate the arrival of autumn as a family. Whether it’s solving mysteries in a haunted castle or decorating pumpkins under the autumn sun, there are a variety of mysterious, scary and fun proposals: a roundup of Halloween activities for kids in Madrid this 2024! Be sure to check back as we will be updating the post daily as new events and dates are announced. Still need a costume? We can also help you with the best costume stores in Madrid.
Arganzuela
Halloween Party at Act Out – @actouttalleres
Spooky season is here! Now you just have to dust off your costumes, because on November 1st, HALLOWEEN is celebrated at Act Out with a very fun party.
Age: 5 to 10 years old
Date: November 1.
There is also an option for the little ones, in addition to singing and dancing in English, Act Out is teaming up with @Pekes Lab to also offer a sensory workshop.
Age: 13 to 36
Date: November 1.
Casa de Campo
Halloween at Parque de Atracciones de Madrid – @parqueatraccionesmadrid
Madrid’s Parque de Atracciones is transformed into a magical and terrifying world. With themed decorations, special attractions and frightening shows, it is the perfect place for the whole family to enjoy. During the day, children can participate in less frightening activities, such as craft workshops and costume parades, while the evenings offer more intense shows for the bravest, recommended for ages 12 and up.
Age: All ages, but remember that some attractions have height restrictions.
Date: October 5 to November 2.
Center
Route of the ghosts of Madrid
An interesting way to celebrate Halloween is by taking the famous Madrid ghost tour, adapted for the little ones. With guides who tell legends in a way suitable for all ages, kids can explore the most mysterious corners of the city, walking through historic streets and emblematic squares, while listening to legends of ghosts and mysteries. They will learn about the city but in a festive and exciting atmosphere, ideal for the whole family. There is a wide variety of proposals and tours, you can choose the one that best suits your needs. Here are some options:
Chamberí
Day of the Dead at Casa de México – @casademexicoenespana
Casa de México celebrates the Day of the Dead with one of its most important traditions: the altar of the dead. An incredible design by Eugenio Caballero that invites you to immerse yourself in the culture of Mexico through all the senses. They also offer family workshops where children can participate in crafts related to this important Mexican tradition, such as catrina mask workshops.
Age: All
Date: October 2 to November 10.
Chamberí Ghost Station
The emblematic Chamberí Station will open its doors on Halloween to offer guided tours that immerse visitors in the most terrifying legends of the place, known for being one of the most emblematic stations of the Madrid Metro. Terrifying stories and mysterious characters that inhabit the place.
Age: From 12 years old
Date: To be confirmed
El Retiro
Pumpkin Festival in El Huerto del Retiro
El Huerto del Retiro celebrates the arrival of autumn with the Pumpkin Festival. The little ones will be able to participate in interactive activities, such as pumpkin drumming workshops. There will also be a producers’ fair, a contest and live music, to enjoy a fun afternoon outdoors with the family. Although all events are free, some require prior registration.
Age: All
Date: October 26th
Pacific
Halloween Party at Messy Play – @messyplay
Themed party, just choose your costume and enjoy the special workshops (spooky slime, potions for witches and wizards) and activities. From crafts, to dances, tattoos, games and a costume catwalk.
Age: From 11 months to 7 years old, depending on the activity.
Date: October 26, 27 and 31
Salamanca
Alopeke Halloween special – @mundoalopeke
Alopeke has prepared a camp and many special and fun activities for the little ones, with workshops, games, costumes and theme parties that will make Halloween a magical celebration.
- Halloween Alokamp: A 5-day camp full of spooky and fun activities.
Age: 11 months to 7 years old
Dates: October 28th – November 1st - Pumpkin Patch Baby:
Workshop for toddlers with edible paint, pumpkin decorating, sensory tables and singing games.
Age: 6 months to 2 years
Date: October 12th - Halloween with Mickey: An opportunity to wear your favorite costume and enjoy a spooky workshop and a surprise visit from Mickey.
Age: 3 years old and up
Dates: October 13 and 27 - Halloween Brunch with Donald and Mickey: A delicious themed brunch.
Age: From 2 years old
Date: October 20th - Haunted House with Mickey and Minnie: Costume parade and spooky workshop at the haunted house.
Age: 3 years old and up
Date: October 25th - Halloween Party with Donald: Games, bouncy castle, face painting, trick or treat and more.
Age: 3 years old and up
Date: October 26th - Halloween Party with Mickey: Play stations, bouncy castle, face painting, tent and trick or treat.
Age: 3 years old and up
Date: October 31st - Día sin Cole con Coco: Day of the Dead Celebration with costumes and activities.
Age: 11 months to 7 years old
Date: November 1st
Outside Madrid
Pumpkin Patch at La Huerta de Aranjuez (Aranjuez) – @lahuertadearanjuez
La Huerta de Aranjuez offers a very special way to celebrate Halloween with the family through a fun American tradition called Pumpkin Patch. Pumpkin picking and decorating, tractor rides, sack races, corn and straw mazes and much more. At the special event on October 26 and 27, there will be face painting, live music and a candy table.
Age: All.
Date: Weekends in October and the first weekend in November.
Family Halloween at Faunia (Vicálvaro) – @parque_faunia
Faunia will celebrate Halloween with special activities for the whole family, the little ones will enjoy a festive atmosphere with a tour full of surprises and adventures and will be able to participate in themed games and workshops.
Age: All.
Date: Last two weekends of October and November 1, 2 and 3.
Terrifying nights at Warner Park (San Martín de la Vega)- @parquewarner
Warner Park Madrid promises a fun Halloween for the whole family. The little ones can enjoy parades, themed areas with friendly characters and shows like “The Animated Forest” and the musical “Delirium”. They can also enjoy parades such as the Trick or Treat Party Parade, and fun themed activities. For the bravest, there will be scare zones and terror passages inspired by characters such as The Nun.
Age: All, although the more intense horror zones are intended for ages 12 and older.
Date: October 2 to November 3
Micropolix dresses up for Halloween (San Sebastián de los Reyes) – @micropolix_oficial
Micropolix celebrates Halloween with a variety of themed activities. Children will be able to participate in craft workshops, theatrical performances and many games. The city will be decorated with Halloween motifs, awakening the children’s excitement.
Age: 4 to 14 years old.
Date: To be confirmed.
Halloween at Legapark (Leganés) – @_legapark_
Legapark is transformed into a spooky space for the celebration of Halloween. Children will be able to enjoy an afternoon of games, face painting, prizes for the best costume and more.
Date: October 28, 2024
Ages: 3 to 12 years old
Do you know of other activities that take place in Madrid or its surroundings? Tell us about them below and we will add them. If you are looking for ideas and options to celebrate Halloween at home, here we propose a wide variety of activities.
