Where To Find Free Lego Halloween Activities For Families This October Half Term

The October half term is just around the corner, and with it comes the familiar challenge for parents everywhere: how to keep the kids entertained without breaking the bank. It's that time of year when the weather gets a bit gloomy, and the call of screen time gets louder. But what if there was a place where creative fun and spooky thrills came together, offering a whole host of free activities? Well, this Halloween, LEGO is answering that call. From the 24th to the 31st of October, LEGO stores across the UK are transforming into mini haunted playgrounds, perfect for a family day out.

Get ready for some spooky in-store fun

Imagine walking into your local LEGO store and finding it's had a spooky makeover. That's exactly what's happening this October half term. The LEGO Group is rolling out a series of fang-tastic in-store experiences designed to get families building, playing, and having a bit of Halloween fun together. These aren't just about selling sets; they're about creating memorable moments. And the best part? A lot of the activities are completely free.

From London to Manchester, participating stores will become hubs of creative and haunted happenings. The idea is to inspire a bit of creative play and bring people together. Whether it's for a quick pop-in or a longer visit, families will find something to get them into the Halloween spirit. Here’s a rundown of what families can expect to find when they visit a participating LEGO store between the 24th and 31st of October (just remember, it’s all while supplies last!).

• Pumpkin Hunt: A classic scavenger hunt with a spooky twist. Hidden ravens will be dotted around the store, and kids who manage to find them all will be rewarded with a cool LEGO Halloween sticker sheet. It’s a great way to get them exploring every nook and cranny of the store.
• Frankenstein Headband Giveaway: Who wouldn't want to wander around looking like Frankenstein's monster? Kids can get a free Frankenstein headband just for visiting the store or for completing the pumpkin hunt. It’s a simple, fun takeaway that adds to the Halloween dress-up excitement.
• Limited-Edition LEGO Passport Stamp: For those in the know, the LEGO Passport is a brilliant little book for collecting unique stamps from different LEGO store visits. During the Halloween period, visitors can get a special, limited-edition Halloween stamp to add to their collection. It’s a great little souvenir for avid LEGO fans.

The special ‘witch build’ event

The highlight for many young builders will surely be the special ‘Witch Build’ event. Taking place on just two days, the 25th and 26th of October, this hands-on activity gives kids the chance to build their very own mini LEGO witch model. Guided by staff, they’ll get to put the bricks together themselves and, even better, they can take their spooky creation home with them for free. It’s a fantastic opportunity for children to get creative and leave with a little something they’ve made themselves.

This kind of build event is what makes LEGO so special. It’s not just about the final product, but the fun of the building process. The chance to sit down and make a witch figure is a brilliant, engaging activity that feels really rewarding. For many families, this free build will be the centrepiece of their trip to the LEGO store, providing a proper, hands-on play experience.

Build your own haunted house with new Lego sets

While the free in-store activities are brilliant, the fun doesn't have to stop there. For families who want to continue the Halloween theme at home, LEGO has a whole range of spooky sets perfect for a family build night. These LEGO sets are designed for builders aged five and up, making them great for parents and kids to tackle together. Decorating the house for Halloween just got a lot more creative.

Some of the must-have spooky LEGO sets for this year include:

Set Name	Description
Altar of the Dead (40811)	A colourful and vibrant display inspired by the Día de los Muertos festival.
Jack-O'-Lantern Pickup Truck (40822)	A charming autumnal model that’s full of seasonal character.
Halloween Wreath (40825)	A spooky decoration perfect for hanging on the front door to welcome trick-or-treaters.
Haunted Mansion (31167)	A big, play-packed spooky scene that offers hours of building fun.
Halloween Barn (40721)	A returning festive favourite that’s become a Halloween classic.

These sets offer a different kind of Halloween fun—the quiet, focused joy of building something together as a family. Creating a haunted mansion or a pumpkin-themed truck can become a new half term tradition.

The magic behind the brick

All this focus on creative play is at the very core of what the LEGO Group is about. The company was founded way back in 1932 in Billund, Denmark, by Ole Kirk Kristiansen. Its name actually comes from the Danish words ‘Leg Godt’, which means “Play Well”. That simple mission—to inspire the builders of tomorrow—is still what drives them today. Every LEGO brick is part of a system that allows kids and adults to build and rebuild anything they can imagine.

From a small workshop in Billund, the company has grown into a global phenomenon, with its products sold in over 120 countries. But even with all that growth, it remains a family-owned business dedicated to the power of play. These Halloween activities are a perfect example of that mission in action, turning a simple shopping trip into a creative, family adventure.

Official LEGO® Stores in Yorkshire

• LEGO® Store Leeds 311, Trinity Leeds, Albion Street, Leeds, LS1 5AT
• LEGO® Store Sheffield (Meadowhall) Meadowhall Shopping Centre, 26a High Street, Lower Level, Sheffield, S9 1EN