This Halloween, the UK’s Thrill Capital, Alton Towers, transforms into a spine-chilling realm of dark rides and horrific mazes. The legendary annual Scarefest event pushes the boundaries of fear, offering a unique blend of high-octane thrills and immersive horror that runs late into the night.
Step into fear with a terrifying lineup of award-winning, theatrical horror attractions built for visitors brave enough to enter. This year's experience balances brand-new terrors with classic returning haunts, from Edge of the Forest and Dark Hollow to Compound and Burial Grounds.
Experience your favourite coasters like never before. When night falls, the intensity is ramped up as many of the park’s signature thrill rides, including Wicker Man, Nemesis Reborn, and The Smiler, operate in the black of night, transforming familiar attractions into disorienting, high-speed horrors.
Halloween is for all ages at Alton Towers, with lighter activities ensuring the little monsters have a blast without the big scares at Trick O’ Treat Town, family-friendly shows like Amigos in the Afterlife, and encounter the hilarious, roaming Alton Ancestors characters.
For the true horror enthusiast, exclusive upgrades like Scare Maze Passes are available. These add-ons allow you to secure faster access to the most intense attractions, guaranteeing you can pack in all the scares and maximise your time after dark.
Beyond the scare mazes, expect costumed characters, unsettling soundscapes, and full-resort decorations that create a pervasive, unsettling Halloween atmosphere across every zone.
Dates: September 27– November 2, 2025
Timings: Park open until 9pm on event nights
Location: Throughout Alton Towers Resort
Included with admission: Yes (for many Halloween-decorated areas and general entertainment)
Age restrictions: Varies per attraction
Dive into extended park hours, atmospheric theming, rides in darkness, and a host of Halloween attractions across the resort.
Experience over 40 signature rollercoasters, including Wicker Man, Nemesis Reborn, and The Smiler, under the cover of night, where every twist and drop feels more intense.
Head to the new Edge Of The Forest and meet the malevolent Leshwall, become the subject of a sinister sci-fi experiment at Compound, and follow the rumours about the notorious Skin Snatchers at the Altonville Mine Tours.
Dark Hollow is a free-flowing outdoor scare zone where a chilling, unseen presence watches, waiting to claim you. Or step into the desecrated realm of the Burial Grounds, the sacred sanctum of The Unchosen, a modern cult.
The resurrected “Alton Ancestors” and lawn shows add theatrical flair with music, dance, and spooky storytelling across the resort grounds.
Dress the family in their best Halloween costumes and join your favourite CBeebies friends live in the Big Fun Showtime tent! Get ready to dance, play games, and learn spooky things.
Scarefest: Open until ~9pm on Halloween event nights
Scare mazes: 3pm (Sunday–Friday) or 1pm (Saturdays) to 9pm
Best time to visit: Weekday afternoons (pre-evening) for fewer queues, then stay for evening thrills.
Address: Alton Towers Resort, Alton, Staffordshire, ST10 4DB | Find on Maps
No, general park admission is required. Scare mazes and special walkthroughs usually require an extra add-on or extra-cost bundle.
Yes, scare mazes and walkthrough attractions often operate on limited capacity and time slots. Advance booking is strongly recommended.
Yes, family-friendly attractions like Trick O’ Treat Town, Amigos in the Afterlife, and CBeebies Monster Ball are designed for younger guests (typically 6+). More intense mazes are recommended for ages 12+.
In most cases, yes. Scarefest operates in various weather, but attractions may be paused or modified for safety. Check the park notices on the day.
Arriving in the late afternoon before maze slots open gives you time to enjoy family attractions, then get into the evening atmosphere and queue for mazes.
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