Bingley Market Square will host a family Spookfest and lantern parade on Saturday 31 October 2026, with Halloween activities, stalls and entertainment planned from 11.30am to 5pm.
Northern Indie Collective is organising the event with Bingley Arts Centre. The organisers have confirmed that 11.30am is the opening time, correcting an earlier release.
Crafts, stalls and a lantern parade
Free lantern crafting is planned, followed by a parade around Jubilee Gardens. There will also be pay-what-you-feel pumpkin crafting inside Bingley Arts Centre.
The market is set to include Halloween-themed and other craft stalls, food traders and fairground rides. Visitors will also be able to buy arts and crafts to enjoy at home.
Live entertainment will include The Scratch band, supported by Bingley Music Town, along with pantomime performers.
Market traders and visitors are being encouraged to dress up, with a prize planned for the best costume.
When and where
- Date: Saturday 31 October 2026.
- Time: 11.30am to 5pm.
- Location: Bingley Market Square, with pumpkin crafting inside Bingley Arts Centre.
Activities have different charging arrangements: lantern crafting is free and pumpkin crafting is pay-what-you-feel. Visitors should check individual attractions and the arts centre for booking details.