Enjoy Halloween with Brighton & Hove Buses

Halloween is just around the corner, and there’s plenty of spooky shenanigans going on in Brighton & Hove and beyond! Whether you’re looking for a family-friendly day out, activities for little ones, or something a little more grown up, there’s something for everyone this October. 

Getting around is easy too. Up to four children under the age of 19 travel free within the Brighton & Hove City area when accompanied by a fare paying adult, or for just £1 each across East Sussex. Students can also save up to 34% on bus travel when verifying on our mobile app. And with contactless payments available on all our buses, all you need to do is tap on and tap off! 

Looking for some Halloween inspiration? Here are some suggestions to get you into the Halloween spirit.

Half Term Halloween Trail at OneGarden - Route 78 
(24th October – 1st November) 

The popular haunted trail returns to One Garden at Stanmer Park this Halloween for brave little explorers. Visitors are encouraged to come in their best fancy dress and expect a frightfully fun family day out! The trail is just the beginning - kids and grown-ups alike can also enjoy delicious street food pop ups including a vintage pizza truck and seasonal bakes from One Garden's in-house bakery. 

Get to Stanmer Park on Breeze route 78.

Halloween Pop Up Cinema at Brighton Museum – Multiple Routes 
(31st October) 

Brand new for Halloween 2026, Brighton Museum is playing host to a pop-up cinema in its Central Gallery. For one night only, settle down in the heart of the museum for a Halloween film experience like no other. Choose from Halloween classic Hocus Pocus or the iconic Rocky Horror Picture Show, or why not make it a double feature? Fancy dress is encouraged, with a prize for the best dressed guest at both screenings. What better way to spend the spookiest day of the year! 

Several routes serve Brighton Museum, plan your visit with the Journey Planner on our app or website.

Saltdean Lido Craft Workshops and Halloween Party – Multiple Routes 
(31st October) 

Saltdean Lido is turning into a hive of Halloween activity this October with Dia de los Muertos inspired crafting sessions and a showstopping fancy dress party! For an adults only crafting session, explore the patterns, textures and colours of Mexican folk art and create a 'La Catrina' peg doll with the help of a local artist. Children and parents can also enjoy a Day of the Dead themed craft session, creating an 'Alebrijes' animal head to take home. In the evening the Lido will transform into their biggest ever Halloween party, where guests can show off their most spooktacular costumes alongside a killer soundtrack. 

Get to Saltdean Lido on Coaster routes 12, 12X, 13X, 14 or 27.

Lewes Castle Halloween Trail and Activities – Routes 28 & 29 
(26th-30th October) 

For a historical look at Halloween, as well as some hands-on creepy crafting, Lewes Castle is well worth a visit this Half Term. Follow the seasonal trail around the castle grounds all learn all about the medieval origins of Halloween and how its traditions and rituals have changed over time. Get there by bus and receive 50% off entry to the castle, including admission to the Halloween trail. Or why not combine your visit with a look around the atmospheric Anne of Cleve’s House, where bus users can also enjoy 50% off.

Get to Lewes on routes 28 & 29. 

Plan your Halloween adventure with our Journey Planner.