Half term is nearly here, and Chippenham and the local area is full of fantastic events to keep everyone entertained! From spooky parties and creative workshops to live music and fireworks, there’s something for every age and interest.
If you’re hosting something you’d like us to add please submit your event onto our website using our community event submission form – we love sharing what’s on across Chippenham & nearby villages!
Here’s a round-up of what’s on locally: –
In2Sport Holiday Camps – 23rd-31st Oct
Looking for something active this half term? The ever-popular In2Sport Holiday Camps are back. Kids can dive into multi-sport, football, or street dance sessions across Corsham, Chippenham, and Melksham. Don’t miss their Halloween Fancy Dress Day on 31st October with costumes, games, and prizes for the spookiest looks!
Ages: 4–12 years
From £28/day – book here
Light Party – Messy Church | Sat 25th Oct, 11AM–1.00PM @ Salvation Army, Chippenham
Celebrate the lighter side of Halloween! This family-friendly Light Party offers crafts, face painting, games and a free buffet lunch at 12.30PM. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Green Libraries Week @ Chippenham Library – 27th Oct – Sat 1st Nov
Write about your favourite books, colour in some artwork to decorate our displays, complete the green trail and drop-in to Communal Build a Garden with Bricks.
Let’s Get Leafy – Fri 31st Oct 2-3.00PM with Spurgeon’s Family Hub – create picture frames, crowns and more! Halloween colouring also available.
Natural World-Themed Storytime – Sat 1st Nov 11-11.30PM
FREE STOMP Rhythm Workshop with Carl Smith | Mon 27th Oct
Grab a broom or dustbin lid and make some music! Join Carl Smith, one of the original creators of STOMP, for this free rhythm workshop – a fun, physical session for all ages.
Two sessions: 11AM–1PM & 2–4PM
Ages: 11-14 Year Olds & 14-18 Year Olds
Organised by Rag and Bone Arts CIC & Tell Your Story
Cookery Fun at The Farm Cookery School | Mon 27th Oct & Fri 31st Oct
October Holiday Club – Halloween Fun
Have fun making delicious spooky treats – Sausage Roll Mummies and Spooky Snack Bars. Ages 4+
Mon 27th Oct 10.30AM–12.30PM Ages 4+ £27.50 / 2.30-5PM Ages 9+
£32.50 per child
Cook Together (Adult & Child) Halloween Special
Get ready for a spooky afternoon of shared cooking – perfect for a fun and delicious Halloween afternoon together.
Fri 31st Oct 2.00–5PM | £60 per pair (adult & child)
REME Museum Half Term Activities | Tues 28th– Fri 31st Oct
Four days of hands-on STEM and craft activities for all the family!
Highlights include:
- Rocket Powered (Tues 28th Oct) – Build & launch bottle rockets! (All ages)
- LEGO® Engineering (Wed 29th Oct) – Create your own motorised vehicle (Ages 7+)
- Meccano Makes (Thurs 30th Oct) – Get hands-on with Meccano sets (Ages 7+)
- Build a Tank (Fri 31st Oct) – Junk modelling fun (All ages)
Plus: a Miniature Assault Course running daily!
Included in museum entry | LEGO® sessions pre-bookable
History Portal Club: What was life like at the Sanitary Laundry? Tues 28th Oct, 7-9pm @ Wine Monkey
£10-14 / More info here
FREE Hamilton-Inspired Workshop | Wed 29th Oct
Step into the room where it happens!
Join actor & drama coach Lisa Southam for a free musical theatre workshop inspired by Hamilton. Expect rap, rhythm, character work, and your own mini rap battle.
Two sessions: 11AM–1PM & 2–4PM
Ages: 11-14 Year Olds & 14-18 Year Olds
Organised by Rag and Bone Arts CIC & Tell Your Story
Forest School Halloween | Wed 29th Oct, 10–11.30AM
Get hands-on with nature at Notton House School for a family-friendly Halloween special with Back to Nature. Make bats, ghosts, and wands, try pumpkin hammering, and toast chocolate apples around the fire!
Ages: 2–8 years
From £8 | Book here
Waverley Album Listening Event – Weds 29th Oct, 7.30-10PM
Fundraiser for Dorothy House Hospice @ The Waverley.
More info here
Cars Galore Halloween Party –Thurs 30th Oct, 10-11.30AM
Messy play, crafts, fancy dress & a free spooky goody bag for every child at Pewsham Community Centre
Ages: 6 months–5 years (siblings welcome)
Adventure Babies – Autumn Special – Thurs 30th Oct
Story-led sensory play with messy stations @ St Paul’s Church Hall
11AM Tiny Mini & Tots | 12.30PM Tiny & Minis
£11. More info here
Home Energy Drop-in session – Chippenham Library – Thurs 30th Oct, 10AM-2.30PM
More info here
Kids Crafty Crew – Spooky Skeletons | Fri 31st Oct, 12.30–2.30PM @ Chippenham Community Hub
Craft and take home your own “boney friend”.
Ages: 4–11 years | £2+
Find out more here
Bulldog Bouncers Halloween Party | Thurs 30th Oct, 10AM-12PM & 1PM-3PM
Join Bulldog Bouncers at Kingsley Road Community Hall for their spooky event. Castles, soft play, crafts and more. Fancy dress optional
£4 per child. No booking required.
Find out more here
Boogie Beat Babies Halloween Party | Fri 31 Oct, 11.30AM-12.15PM
Join Boogie Beat for a spooktastic musical party designed for little ones.
Songs, movement, props and bubbles galore!
Ages: Newborn–pre-walkers
£7.50 | Costumes optional but encouraged
Book now here
Adults Halloween & Music events – Fri 31st Oct
Bargammons Tavern – Quiz, Spooky Taskmaster & prizes, £10, 6PM–Late) Ages 18+ \ Book now here
Grounded Chippenham (Evening Party) – Live DJ, costume competition & free shot for sign-ups | 18+ \ More info here
The Waverley Halloween Party – 7–11PM | Adults 18+ \ More info here
Cause Music Café – 7–9:30PM – live music evening (£5) | 16+ \ More info here
The Old Lane – 8:30PM – Halloween Karaoke & disco | Adults 18+ \ More info here
Theatre & Comedy
Antony & Cleopatra – Shakespeare Live @ The Cause Music & Arts Venue | Fri 24th Oct, 8PM | Suitable for ages 12+ (contains some adult themes)
£16 | shakespearelive.com
Kate Martin at Chippenham Comedy Club
Old Road Tavern Barn | Thurs 30 Oct, 8PM
Ages 16+ (stand-up comedy)
Headliner Kate Martin returns after Chippenham Pride Fest — expect sharp, high-energy stand-up hosted by Wil Hodgson.
Chippenham Parkrun – Halloween Special | Sat 1 Nov
Join in the Fancy Dress park run – or volunteer.
More info here
Chippenham Parkrun – Halloween Special | Sat 1 Nov
Join in the Fancy Dress park run – or volunteer.
Bonfire & Fireworks
Christian Malford’s Bonfire & Fireworks – Sat 1st Nov | 5.30–10.30PM
Benger Blaze 2025 – Sutton Benger’s Bonfire and Fireworks Display – Sat 8th Nov | 4.30-8PM
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