There's lots of Halloween fun to be had in Sale over October half-term.
Local businesses are inviting families to take part in the "spooktacular” (sorry, I hate it too) fun.
Think pumpkin carving workshops, family-friendly spooky films, ghost trains and a Halloween trail.
Check out our top picks for keeping the family entertained this Halloween:
© Craig Fuller
Not Now, Bernard
Sunday 25 October, 2.30pm
The Robert Bolt Theatre, Waterside
Tickets £14 (adults) and £12 (children)
Suitable for ages 3+
A wildly funny, physical theatre adaptation of David McKee’s much-loved picture book, bursting with chaos, live music made from instruments and household objects, and an ENORMOUS purple monster.
Halloween-Themed Quiz Night
Friday 23 October, doors open 6.40pm
St. Anne’s Church Hall, Trinity Road Sale
£6 in advance, £7.50 on the door
The Friends of Worthington Park Fun Fundraiser includes a Halloween-themed quiz and puzzles with bingo and a raffle. Nibbles includes, bring your own drinks.
To book tickets, email jacquie.wilson@icloud.com.
Pumpkin Carving
Wednesday 28 October, 4-7.30pm
Kampasi Restaurant, 134 Northenden Road, Sale M33 3HE
Tickets £10 (child), £15 (adult)
Tickets include:
Pumpkin
Carving kit
Welcome drink
Bar snack
Games and prizes
Not tried Kampasi yet? Read our review.
Little Monsters Ball Kids Party
Friday 30 October from 12pm
The Little B
Free entry
A spooktacular afternoon of Halloween fun for the kids - expect disco, fancy dress and games!
📍The Little B, 195 Marsland Road, Sale M33 3ND
Halloween Party
Friday 30 October from 6pm
Ashton on Mersey Sports Club, Sale M33 5SL
Tickets: £5 (children under 12) | £1 (12+) | Under 2s free
Photo Booth hand-drawn portraits
Saturday 31 October, 11am-3pm
Shine, 18 School Road, Sale M33 7XP
£4 (cash only)
Shine welcomes a special guest on Halloween, as artist Kaeden hosts a photo booth and draws portraits of customers.
Little Monsters Halloween Party
Saturday 31 October, 3-6pm
Jackson's Boat (M33 2LX)
FREE
Expect music, games, Halloween crafts and fancy dress.
US Four Halloween Movie Nights
Various dates (below)
FREE entry (booking recommended)
Tuesday 27 October from 3pm - Monster House
Thursday 29 October from 3pm - Nightbooks
Friday 30 October from 3pm - Casper
To book, DM @usfour__ on Instagram or pop in.
📍 Us Four, 245 Marsland Road, Sale M33 7UJ
Walton Park ‘ghost’ train rides
Saturday 31 October from 4pm-8pm (fairground from 1pm)
Walton Park, Walton Road, Sale M33 4AT
Free entry (donations welcomed)
Walton Park’s usual railway will enjoy a Halloween makeover thanks to Friends of Walton Park and the Sale Area Model Engineering Society.
The ghost train runs from 4pm and is suitable for young children. A bouncy castle and refreshments will also be available. Don’t forget to take a torch!
Halloween at The Little B
Saturday 31 October from 6pm
The Little B
Free entry
Celebrate Halloween with the 'Witching Happy Hour' from 6-8pm - enjoy The Little B's £2.50 drinks menu. Plus, live music from 8pm!
📍The Little B, 195 Marsland Road, Sale M33 3ND
Haunted Pumpkin Patch Trail
Saturday 24 - Saturday 31 October, 10am-4pm
Stanley Square, Sale
Free
Pick up your free trail sheet and treats from Bean & Brush Art Cafe.
