Step right up for the spookiest night in town, as Trafford Centre announces the return of its annual Spookfest event from 13 – 31 October (closed 16 and 17 October). Trafford Centre’s outdoor space will come alive with the sounds of ghosts and ghouls enjoying exhilarating funfair rides, a towering pumpkin tower, heart-pounding Gandeys Spooktacular show in a heated Big Top, fearsome face painting and creepy costume characters – the ultimate Halloween family day out. As well as fairground rides including Rock Rage, Ghost Train and Extreme, families can enjoy a five metres tall Pumpkin Tower, with over 250 flickering pumpkins and jack o’lanterns casting an eerie glow – the perfect spooky selfie spot. Free facepainting is on offer from 1.30 – 5.30pm on the 14 – 15, and 21 – 29 October (excluding 26 October), and there will even be character appearances from family favourites including: · Batman & Maleficent: 21October · Jack Skeleton: 22 October · Scooby Doo & Maleficent: 23 October · Jack Skeleton: 24 October · Batman & Maleficent: 25 October · Scooby Doo & Maleficent: 27 October · Maleficent & Aurora: 28 October · Jack Skeleton: 29 October Tickets cost £3 if booked in advance (+30p booking fee) and £3.50 on the door. Ride tokens can be purchased separately. Guests are advised to book early to avoid disappointment. Gandeys will be bringing their sensational Halloween Spooktacular. This brand-new, action-packed show in a heated Big Top features a specially selected international cast of skeletons, vampires, Jack o’lanterns and Circus Artistes, have been brought together for this year’s sensational extravaganza. From the thrill acts to the big production numbers Gandeys are famous for, audiences will be on the edge of their seats. Tickets start at £9.99 and are available from https://traffordcentre.co.uk/whatson/spookfest
