Are you looking for something to do with the children this half term? There’s lots to do in Andover.
Andover Model Railway Club Open Day
Join us for our fun-filled Model Railway Club Open Day where miniature worlds come to life. Whether you’re a seasoned modeller or just love the magic of model trains, there’s something for everyone!
Date: Saturday 25 October
Time: 10.30am to 3.30pm
Location: Chantry Centre Indoor Garden and in the club itself
Admission: Free
More information: Andover Model Railway Club
Top Secret – The Magic of Science 2025
IS IT MAGIC… OR IS IT SCIENCE?
Fusing the mystery of magic with wondrous and miraculous feats of science. Hang on to your seats and experience a non-stop action packed interactive magical science show with experiments and magic that will capture the imagination.
Date: Monday 27 October
Time: 2pm
Location: The Lights, Andover
Tickets: £15/£12, Family ticket £48
More information: Top Secret - The Magic of Science 2025
Room on the Broom – Storytelling & Craft Fun
with Amanda Kane-Smith from Merry-Go-Round Storytelling
A magical hour of Room on the Broom storytelling for children (2+) and parents, followed by hands-on mini broom (and possibly wand) making from real hazel twigs.
Date: Tuesday 28 October
Time: 10.30am to 11.30am
Location: Harmony Woods
Cost: £8 per child (with adult), £2 per additional sibling
More information: https://www.andovertrees.org.uk/tall-tales-seasonal-stories-1/2025/10/28/room-on-the-broom-storytelling-amp-craft-fun
Wednesday Creepy Craft Club: Make Your Own Ectoplasm!
Wednesday Craft Club returns with a spooky Halloween special! This half-term, join Andover Museum for some slimy, gooey fun as you mix up and play with your very own batch of museum “ectoplasm.”
A perfect hands-on activity for families, children can get creative (and a little messy!) while learning how to make this spooky slime to take home. Drop in any time between 11am and 3pm and enjoy some frightfully fun crafting.
What to bring: All materials provided. Please wear clothing that you don't mind getting a little messy.
Date: Wednesday 29 October
Time: 11am to 3pm
Location: Museum of the Iron Age
Cost: £2 per child with free admission to the workshop space at Andover Museum. We also offer a loyalty scheme; complete 4 crafts and you get your 5th for free!
More information: Wednesday Creepy Craft Club: Make Your Own Ectoplasm! | Hampshire Cultural Trust
Awesome Autumn – Storytelling, Pumpkin Carving & Bulb Planting
with Amanda Kane-Smith from Merry-Go-Round Storytelling
Celebrate autumn with interactive storytelling from Amanda Kane-Smith of Merry-Go-Round Storytelling, pumpkin carving, and planting Wild Daffodil bulbs. A creative seasonal adventure for children (4+) and parents.
Date: Thursday 30 October
Time: 10am to 12pm
Location: Harmony Woods
Cost: £10 per child with adult (includes pumpkin), £2 per additional person, £1 per extra pumpkin
More information: https://www.andovertrees.org.uk/tall-tales-seasonal-stories-1/2025/10/30/awesome-autumn-storytelling-pumpkin-carving-amp-bulb-planting
Villains Unleashed!
Losing their magic powers as the screams of Halloween fade away, the Villains plan the perfect Halloween party. Join them as they plot and scheme to conjure up a magical event, guaranteed to make everyone celebrate the most haunting time of year.
Prepare to be spellbound with this hour-long show of spine-tingling songs, chilling choreography, and devilish party dances guaranteed to get you trembling in your seats. Dress up in your favourite Halloween costume and if you dare… join the Villains themselves for a FREE meet and greet after the show. Book now, it’s going to be a scream!
Date: Friday 31 October
Time: 1pm
Location: The Lights
Tickets: £14
More information: Villains Unleashed!
Trick or Treat
Returning for its 4th Year, Andover Community Events brings you the Trick or Treat night of ghouls, grooves and guaranteed goodies. This free to attend family event offers fancy dress and pumpkin carving competitions as well as the Devils Disco.
This is an opportunity to TRICK OR TREAT at multiple business in the town centre open their doors ready to hand out treats. It’s a safe and exciting event with an opportunity to fill your bags with as many sweets as you can carry and then dance off (some) of the sugar.
Bring your little monsters, witches and goblins…it’s going to be a scream!
INANDOVER are so excited to be once again collaborating with Andover Community Events and Andover Radio to run this event in the Town Centre.
Date: Friday 31 October
Time: 4.30pm to 6.30pm
Location: Andover Town Centre
More information: Main Events - InAndover
Andover Museum by Torchlight
Dress in your spookiest costumes and explore the museum by torchlight - if you dare! Enjoy spooky object storytelling, ghost stories, crafts and Halloween themed snacks.
Recommended for children aged 5+, all children must be accompanied by an adult.
Date: Saturday 1 November
Time: 5.30pm to 8pm
Location: Andover Museum
Cost: £6 per adult / £3.75 per child or concession, including refreshments
More information: Andover Museum by Torchlight | Hampshire Cultural Trust
