Trick or treat and it’s all treats from us this week! We’ve conjured up a spooktacular lineup of Halloween funhappening across the borough, guaranteed to give you goosebumps (in the best way).

The celebrations kicked off in Waltham Cross, where even the Mayor joined the spooky fun in costume plenty of laughter, music, and dancing filled the day! But the frightful festivities aren’t over yet. Head to Cedars Nature Centretoday for more Halloween magic, creepy crawlies, and family-friendly fun.

As the pumpkins glow and the costumes come out, we’re also stirring up a little Green Halloween magic 🌿
🕸️ Don’t dump your pumpkins turn them into soup or pop them in your food waste caddy for recycling.
🕯️ Finished your carving? Put the leftovers in your food bin, not the bin bag.
♻️ Old bottles and toilet rolls make perfect materials for DIY spooky decorations.

Let’s keep it frightfully fun and wonderfully green this Halloween. 💚

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Date: Saturday 1st November
Time: 10:45am – 4:00pm
Location: Cedars Nature Centre, Waltham Cross
Tickets: £5 per person (Adults & Children 2+) | Under 2s & Members: Free
Booking: cedarsnaturecentre.co.uk/halloween-party

👧🏻 Calling all outcasts! Cedars Nature Centre is getting spooky with a special Nevermore Academy guest appearanceat this year’s Halloween celebration. Meet not one but two Nevermore students — one delightfully gloomy, one delightfully colourful — between 11:30am and 12:30pm!

🧟‍♂️ Then stick around for the Halloween Party with fun games and prizes from 1–2pm, plus a day packed with animal talks, feeds, and a pumpkin trail for the whole family.

Schedule:
🐾 10:45am – Meerkat Feed & Talk
👧 11:30am–12:30pm – Meet & Greet
🎉 1:00pm–2:00pm – Halloween Party
🐍 2:30pm – Mystery Animal Meet & Greet
🦜 3:15pm – Kookaburra Talk
🐾 4:00pm – Meerkat Feed & Talk

Don’t miss this fang-tastic family event! Pre-booking is essential due to high demand.

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Date: Saturday 1st November
Time: 7:00pm – late
Location: Cheshunt Community Sports Park, EN8 8XG
Tickets: £15 — Message 07479 471764 to book

Join the community this Halloween for a night of fun and fundraising in support of Ollie’s cancer treatment.

Expect a frightfully good time with:

Come in costume, bring your friends, and help make a difference while having a spooktacular night!

📅 Date: Sunday 2nd November 2025
⏰ Time: 10:00am – 4:00pm
📍 Location: Hertfordshire Golf & County Club
💰 Entry: £2 per person (pay on the door)
🪑 Sellers: All stalls now sold out

Antique lovers, rejoice! Following the success of our July fair, we’re back with another exciting day of vintage treasures, collectibles, and timeless finds you won’t want to miss.

🌿 Plus, explore our marquee full of brand-new plant pots — perfect for your home or garden!

📞 For more details, call 01992 466666.

Dates: Monday 27 October – Friday 31 October 2025
Time: 9:30am – 12:30pm
Location: [Venue details not provided]
Cost: Free (for children aged 8–15 in receipt of free school meals)

Keep the kids active and fuelled this half-term with Fit and Fed’s free Halloween programme!
Expect a fun mix of sports, games, and healthy eating activities, plus a delicious hot lunch with drinks includedevery day.

📧 To reserve a place, email [email protected]
📞 Or call 01992 785555 (ext. 5309)

Pre-booking is essential!

📅 Date: Sunday 2nd November 2025
🕒 Time: 3:30pm – 5:00pm
📍 Location: Goffs Oak Academy, Goffs Lane, Cheshunt, EN7 5QW

Get your skates on for a spooktacular night of monster tunes, creepy lights, and fang-tastic fun at the Wheelie Roller Disco Halloween Party!

Expect thrilling beats, costume prizes, and a frightfully good time for all ages.
🧛‍♀️ Fancy dress encouraged — but make sure it’s skate-safe (no trailing fabrics or props).

🎟️ Tickets & details: www.wheelierollerdisco.co.uk

📅 Date: Thursday 6th November
🕑 Time: 2:00–3:00 PM
📍 Location: Online (Open to Everyone)

Celebrate Meals on Wheels Week with a special live webinar hosted by HILS, showcasing the vital work that supports communities across Hertfordshire.

👋 Introduction to HILS and our community impact
🍽️ Inside look at our Meals on Wheels service
🥗 Insights from the Nutrition & Wellbeing team
🚗 “A Day in the Life” of a community team member
🙌 Volunteer and fundraising opportunities
🔮 Future plans and closing remarks
❓ Live Q&A session

📢 Everyone is welcome — please share with your colleagues, friends, and community groups.

👉 Reserve your spot: here

Half term is almost over, and the County has gathered Fifty Thrifty ways to explore Hertfordshire without breaking the bank!

From pumpkin carving and puddle jumping to castle quests and conker crafts, our updated list is packed with free and low-cost adventures for all ages.

🎃 Halloween hacks, nature trails, and hidden gems, find them all and make this half term one to remember:

👉 https://orlo.uk/HRwCM

BArts presents Spotlight on BARTS
An evening dedicated to local musical theatre and performing arts, presented by BArts. Expect an entertaining showcase of local talent.
Date: Friday 31st October 2025
Time: Evening (please check venue for confirmed time)
Venue: The Spotlight, Hoddesdon
Tickets: See venue for prices
URL: https://www.thespotlightvenue.com/whats-on

Sugar Pie Honey Bunch
A high-energy Motown and soul tribute band performance, bringing classic hits to life for a fun and lively night out.
Date: Saturday 1st November 2025
Time: Evening (8:00pm typical for music shows)
Venue: The Spotlight, Hoddesdon
Tickets: See venue for prices
URL: https://www.thespotlightvenue.com/whats-on

The Enchanted Princess Ball
A magical family event with princesses, interactive activities, and singalongs, perfect for children and families to enjoy together.
Date: Sunday 2nd November 2025
Time: Please check venue for times
Venue: The Spotlight, Hoddesdon
Tickets: See venue for prices
URL: https://www.thespotlightvenue.com/whats-on

📅 Dates: Ongoing till 20 December 2025
🕰️ Open: Fridays & Saturdays, 10:00am – 4:30pm
📍 Location: Lowewood Museum, High Street, Hoddesdon, EN11 8BH
💷 Admission: Free

Step back in time and discover what life was like in Broxbourne during the Second World War. This fascinating exhibition at Lowewood Museum explores local stories of resilience, duty, and community from 1939 to 1945.

Learn about the experiences of local residents, the work of the Home Guard, and the vital contributions of women’s volunteer services that supported the borough throughout the war.

📞 Contact: 01992 445596
🌐 Website: lowewoodmuseum.org.uk
📧 Email: [email protected]

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