Get Ready to Go Ghostbusting at Castle Quay!
October is here, and Castle Quay is gearing up for a spooktacular celebration! Whether you’re hunting for the perfect costume, craving a ghoulishly good meal, or looking for fun activities for the whole family, here is your guide to all the Halloween happenings and essentials you can find in the centre.
Terrifyingly Fun Activities & Events
Get ready for an October Half Term filled with paranormal activity at Castle Quay!
Visit our free “Who Ya Gonna Call?” event for an interactive experience for the whole family, from slim making to a meet & greet with Janine Melnitz this is an event not to be missed.
The fun doesn’t stop there, with more spooky shenanigans throughout half term with our brand partners, here’s a quick overview of what to expect.
- The Light Cinema: Calling all spooky movie fans! Head over to The Light to check out their Halloween movie lineup. Grab your popcorn and settle in for some big-screen chills. Make it a day out with a game of bowling, fun in the arcade and dinner in Lower Decks.
- Museum Activities: Don’t miss the Halloween events happening at Banbury Museum during October Half Term, such as the chance to make halloween lanterns and haunted houses. These craft activities are a perfect way to get creative and decorate your home for the season. There is also still time to see the Dinosaurium exhibition.
- Lock29 Pumpkin Trail: Search high and low to discover 6 hidden pumpkins around Lock29.
Ghoulish Grub
All that ghost hunting is bound to make you hungry! Castle Quay is packed with spots to grab a treat or settle down for a full feast.
- Sweet Treats: Pop into Muffin Break, Coffee#1 and Cakebox for seasonal lattes or perhaps pick up a spooky treat. Don’t forget to stop by Lidl to stock up your trick-or-treat bowls.
- Family Feasts: Head to the Pinto Lounge, Nandos or Pizza Express for a half term treat. You’ll find everything from light bites to full-service dining options to refuel the whole family.
- Quick Bites: If you’re on the go, vampires love a quick stop to Greggs, we hear they love a sausage roll and a pumpkin biscuit.
Halloween Haul
Need to get kitted out for the scariest night of the year? Castle Quay has you covered for costumes, decorations, and party supplies.
- Costumes & Accessories: Visit the Newlook and Sports Direct to piece together the perfect outfit. For the little ones, check out the Claire’s for some last minute accessories
- Decorations & Home: Find everything to make your home look haunted in Card Factory, Smart Ideas and Cards Direct. From spooky candles to themed decorations, you can set the mood for your own party.
- Entertainment & Games: Need some party favours or activities? The Entertainer, TG Jones are the perfect places to stock up on supplies for your Halloween bash.
- Music & Film: Your go-to spot for setting a haunted scene is HMV, from Beetlejuice to Scream and The Nightmare Before Christmas they have everything you need for a spooky night in.
Get down to Castle Quay Banbury this half term for an unbeatable mix of shopping, dining, and spooky events! Happy Haunting!