What’s On in the Borough of Ealing This Week - Monday 26 October – Sunday 1 November 2026 

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October half-term brings opportunities for family adventures, Halloween activities, theatre, cinema and cultural discoveries across west London.

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1. Halloween Creepy Creatures Nature Trail – Gunnersbury

Saturday 24 October – Sunday 1 November | 10am–4pm | £2 per trail

Gunnersbury Park and Museum is inviting families to discover its spooky side with a Halloween nature trail.

Children can search for Sid the Spider and seven other hidden creatures while exploring the parkland, learning about local wildlife and collecting a prize at the end.

Suitable for children aged three and over, this is an affordable outdoor activity for October half-term. No advance booking is required.

Location: Gunnersbury Park, Popes Lane, W5 4NH.

Event information – Gunnersbury Park and Museum

2. Khanyi and the Fireflies – Southall

Monday 26 October | 4–6pm | Free

Southall's Parkside Yards hosts a magical afternoon of storytelling and crafts for younger children.

Author Candida Mosoma shares Khanyi and the Fireflies, a South African-inspired story, before inviting children to hunt for fireflies and create their own glowing jars to take home.

Part of the borough's Black History Month programme, this family activity combines storytelling, imagination and creativity.

Location: Parkside Yards, Southall.

Event information – Ealing Arts and Culture

3. The Spooktastic Halloween Show – Ealing

Tuesday 27 October | 2pm and 4pm | From £10

Families looking for Halloween entertainment can head to The Questors for an interactive show from Dantastic Productions.

Expect spooky fun, laughter and plenty of audience participation in a performance designed for children and families.

The earlier 11:30am performance was reported sold out, with limited availability for the afternoon shows.

Location: The Questors Theatre, 12 Mattock Lane, Ealing W5 5BQ.

The Questors – shows and tickets

4. Free PlayWorks at Pitzhanger – Ealing

Wednesday 28 – Friday 30 October | 10am–3pm | Free

Pitzhanger Manor and Gallery welcomes families for three days of creative outdoor play.

Children can use giant blocks, boxes, branches, fabric and other materials to build, invent and experiment in the manor's walled front garden.

Organised with Outdoor People, the sessions encourage imaginative, child-led play. Adults must remain with their children.

Advance registration is recommended, although drop-in visitors are welcome.

Location: Pitzhanger Manor and Gallery, Ealing Green W5 5EQ.

Visit Pitzhanger Manor and Gallery

5. Acton Local History Awareness – Acton

Tuesday 27 October | 11am | Free

Discover the history of Acton at a special local-history presentation.

The session introduces historical resources that can help residents explore the area's development, buildings, communities and past generations.

It's a good opportunity for anyone interested in researching their neighbourhood or learning more about Acton's heritage.

Event information – Ealing Arts and Culture

6. Autumnal Bird Spotting Stroll – Gunnersbury

Wednesday 28 October | £8

Discover the wildlife of Gunnersbury Park on a guided autumn birdwatching walk.

Led by Sennen, an ambassador for the Royal Society for the Protection of Birds, the session introduces participants to birds found in the park and offers advice on spotting and identifying different species.

Beginners are welcome, and a limited number of binoculars are available to share.

The published listings contain conflicting start times, so confirm the time when booking.

Location: Gunnersbury Park and Museum, Popes Lane W5 4NH.

Birdwatching activities – Gunnersbury

7. Dame Dolly's Spooktacular Pirate Show – Ealing

Wednesday 28 October | 2pm | £10

Dame Dolly brings a Halloween pirate adventure to The Questors.

Presented by Page to Panto, this hour-long family show combines storytelling, colourful characters and audience participation.

Designed for children aged two to twelve, it offers an entertaining half-term theatre experience.

Location: The Questors Theatre, Mattock Lane, Ealing.

The Questors – tickets and information

8. Spooky Slime Make & Take – Gunnersbury

Thursday 29 and Saturday 31 October | £8 per child

Halloween gets wonderfully messy at Gunnersbury Park and Museum.

Children aged six and over can create their own spooky slime, give it a name and take their creation home.

Sessions are scheduled for 10:30am, noon, 2pm and 3:15pm on both days.

Location: Gunnersbury Park and Museum, Ealing.

Spooky Slime – Gunnersbury events

9. Romeo and Juliet at The Questors – Ealing

Until Saturday 31 October | From £7

Shakespeare's famous tragedy continues at The Questors Playhouse, with its final performances taking place this week.

This production takes a fresh approach to the familiar story of two young lovers caught between feuding families.

Thursday's performance is captioned, providing greater accessibility for deaf and hard-of-hearing audiences.

Location: The Questors Playhouse, 12 Mattock Lane, Ealing W5 5BQ.

Romeo and Juliet – tickets and details

10. Halloween Cinema at Gunnersbury – Ealing

Friday 30 October

Gunnersbury Park Museum is hosting two very different Halloween film screenings.

The Addams Family – 2–4pm

A family-friendly screening of the animated film, with popcorn included. Tickets are £8 for children and £10 for adults.

The Rocky Horror Picture Show – 7–9pm

An evening screening of the cult musical, with popcorn included. Tickets cost £10, and the film is rated 15.

Both screenings offer a fun way to celebrate Halloween in the atmospheric surroundings of Gunnersbury Museum.

Location: Gunnersbury Park Museum, Popes Lane W5 4NH.

Halloween cinema information

11. The Wandering Fox Market – South Ealing

Saturday 31 October | From 11am | Free entry

South Ealing Cemetery hosts an unusual market bringing together local artists, makers and vintage traders.

Stalls will be arranged around the cemetery's Magnolia Lawn, main drive and historic chapel.

Visitors can also discover the chapel's stained-glass windows and join guided tours exploring the cemetery's history.

It's a distinctive opportunity to support local independent businesses while discovering an interesting heritage site.

Location: South Ealing Cemetery.

Event information – Ealing Arts and Culture

12. Ealing Trailfinders Rugby Double Header – West Ealing

Saturday 31 October | Gates open 10:30am

Rugby fans can enjoy two matches at Trailfinders Sports Club.

Trailfinders Women take on Sale Sharks Women in the Next Gen Cup semi-final, while Ealing Trailfinders men face Doncaster Knights in the sixth round of Champ Rugby.

The double header offers an opportunity to support local sport and enjoy a day of competitive rugby.

Location: Trailfinders Sports Club, Vallis Way, West Ealing W13 0DD.

Visit Ealing Trailfinders

13. Bird Detectives: Family Bird Walk – Gunnersbury

Sunday 1 November | 10am–noon | £8

Round off half-term with a guided family nature walk at Gunnersbury Park.

Led by an RSPB ambassador, Bird Detectives introduces children and adults to the birds living in the park and encourages families to observe local wildlife.

It's a gentle outdoor activity suitable for families interested in nature.

Location: Gunnersbury Park and Museum, Ealing.

Bird Detectives – Gunnersbury events

For places to explore at any time of year, see our separate Things to Do in the London Borough of Ealing guide.

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What’s On in the Borough of Ealing This Week