There are plenty of things happening in South Yorkshire from October 24 to November 1, ranging from pumpkin-carving and drive-in films for Halloween to lessons in how to fish.
Here are nine of the best events. Organisers should be contacted directly for further details and information is subject to change.
1. Fantastical Enchanted Tales at Yorkshire Wildlife Park
From October 24 to 28, Yorkshire Wildlife Park in Doncaster is promising 'a world of mystical realms', giving visitors the chance to walk through an enormous Mushroom Forest and an Evil Queen's castle. (www.yorkshirewildlifepark.com) Photo: Brian Eyre
2. Greenhill Halloween Trail
From October 30 to November 1, houses in Greenhill in Sheffield will be decorated with a Halloween theme - people can then walk round a non-specified route to 'see the spooky delights', organisers say. (https://www.facebook.com/events/656583774971303) Photo: Chris Etchells
3. Wild Play at Greno Woods
The Sheffield and Rotherham Wildlife Trusts are running 'wild play' sessions in Greno Woods on October 29 from 10am to 2pm. Families can learn about bats, look for spiders and other gently spooky activities. (https://www.facebook.com/events/3333679390041893) Photo: Chris Etchells
4. Monster Hunt at the Tropical Butterfly House
The Tropical Butterfly House, Wildlife And Falconry Centre in North Anston is running a 'monster hunt' trail throughout the half-term holiday - children need to find six monsters hidden around the park to claim a 'spooky sweet reward'. Normal admission applies. (https://www.facebook.com/events/1476748205854395) Photo: Chris Etchells