We’re already halfway through October which means Halloween is edging even closer and we’ll soon be working out which fireworks display to attend this year.
Here’s a list of events taking place in and around Ely in the coming weeks as we head away from October and into November.
Halloween Events:
October 1-29 – Ghastly guided ghost walk of Ely
Every Saturday throughout October, individuals are invited to join Visit Ely’s guided tour of the very ghostly Ely.
The tour departs from Oliver Cromwell’s House at 7pm where you’ll discover the latest ghostly sightings in the city and enjoy plenty of scares.
The tour costs £10 per person and is approximately 90 minutes.
October 6-27 – Witches, Witchcraft and a Witches brew tour
Join Visit Ely for a Witches walk, learn about the Witch trials that took place in the area, and finish your evening with a Witches ‘brew’ a The Cromwell Bar and Grill on Forehill.
The tours are taking place on October 6, 13 and 28, departing from Oliver Cromwell’s House at 7pm.
It costs £15 per person and lasts for approximately an hour and a half.
October 8-30 – Milton Maize Maze, Rectory Farm, Milton
With over 30,000 pumpkin seeds planted, visitors to this pumpkin patch this Halloween should have a choice of over 60,000 pumpkins to choose from!
The patch is open on October 8-9, 15-16, and 22-30 from 10am until 4pm.
October 8-31 – Pumpkins at Freshfields, Ramsey
Located along the Ramsey Forty Foot, Freshfields Farm is very well known for its array of pumpkin patches where individuals can experience picking their own pumpkins all the way up until Halloween.
The farm is extremely popular for families with young children.
If you’re planning to visit Freshfields this year, the far is open October 8-9, 15-16 and 21-31 from 10am until 4pm.
October 27 – Children’s Halloween Disco at The Maltings
Hosted by panto favourite, Terry Gauci and his wife Michelle, a children’s Halloween Disco will be taking place at The Maltings from 3pm until 5pm.
Entry is £5 per child (there’s limited spaces so booking is essential) and refreshments will be available.
Contact Michelle on 07900 594526 or email partyanimals@sky.com.
Firework Displays:
October 28 – Huntingdon fireworks at Huntingdon Racecourse
Komodo Events is back to bring another ‘phenomenal’ display choreographed to the soundtrack of the circus.
Taking you through a night in the big top, you will see the acts of the circus through music and fireworks.
Gates open at 5pm, with the fireworks display at 7:30pm.
All proceeds go to Magpas Air Ambulance.
November 5 – Cherry Hill Park fireworks, Ely
Back by popular demand and organised by Ely Community Events Team, gates open at 4:30pm with the fireworks display at 7pm.
November 5 – Midsummer Common, Cambridge
Organised by Illumina, this fireworks display is held in the city centre. It’s easy to access and has been described as “a really top-quality event” with a “really lovely atmosphere”.
November 5 – Fireworks Fantasia, Peterborough
Held at the East of England Arena, you’ll see everything you expect from full-size professional fireworks display with much more.
Gates open at 4:30pm with the display starting at 7:30pm.
Other Events:
October 21 – The Library Presents Ninebarrow Folk Concert
An exceptional and atmospheric evening of outstanding songs, fine musicianship and passionate storytelling from a multi award-winning duo.
Located at 6 The Cloisters, you’ll be transported through mysterious folktales, wild landscapes and fascinating history.
Tickets can be purchased at www.library.live/the-library-presents or at Ely Library.
October 21-23 – Window Wanderland
Join the Stained Glass Museum and Babylon Arts for their annual outdoor Window Wanderland event which is now in its third year.
You will be able to create your own displays and enjoy wandering throughout Ely, enjoying this fantastic illuminated trail.
October 29 – Handmade Christmas Art Market at Haddenham Arts Centre
One of the first Christmas Markets of the year, join Visit Ely inside the arts centre and garden marquee for a ‘fabulous’ Christmas fair with talented artists and makers for the region.
Entry is free and the market starts at 10am.
October 29-30 – Meet the Mini Beasts at Ely Exotics
Following the success of Ely Exotics last event Meet the Reptile back in August, head over there for a two-day Meet the Mini Beasts Halloween event running from 11am until 4pm.
Throughout the weekend, you’ll be able to get up close and personal with some fascinating creepy crawlies.
November 12 – Big Fish Little Fish family rave
Big Fish Little Fish returns to The Maltings on November 12 with old school tunes for parents and former ravers, while children will also be able to get involved.
The event is one of several others in a tour across the UK and this year’s theme is superheroes.
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