Halloween may be over, but there is still plenty happening at UK theme parks as the 2026 season begins to wind down. This week sees the final days of some Halloween events, the return of seasonal fireworks and the first signs of Christmas arriving at several attractions.
Alton Towers is preparing for its spectacular Fireworks event, while Paultons Park is getting ready to welcome visitors for its reduced-rate November weekends. Other parks are beginning their winter shutdowns, meaning visitors should check opening dates carefully before travelling.
Here is what’s happening at UK theme parks from Monday 2 November to Sunday 8 November 2026.
Alton Towers Fireworks Spectacular Returns
One of the biggest events in the UK theme park calendar takes place this week as Alton Towers Resort prepares to host its annual Fireworks Spectacular.
Running from Friday 6 to Sunday 8 November, this year’s show is titled Across the Altonverse and promises an immersive journey through the extraordinary worlds, stories and legends of Alton Towers.
The fireworks display is scheduled to begin at 7pm, with the show lasting approximately 25–30 minutes.
Visitors can enjoy selected rides and attractions before the spectacular evening finale, making this a major opportunity to experience Alton Towers before the main theme park season comes to an end.
Advance booking is essential, according to the resort, so visitors should secure tickets before travelling.
When: 6–8 November 2026
Fireworks: 7pm
Official website: Alton Towers Fireworks Spectacular
Paultons Park Announces November Reduced-Rate Weekends
Following the end of Halloween Spooktacular, Paultons Park is preparing to welcome visitors for its November reduced-rate weekends.
The first of these dates begins on Saturday 7 November, with selected rides and attractions operating at a reduced admission price.
Visitors can still enjoy attractions across Peppa Pig World, Tornado Springs, Valgard: Realm of the Vikings and other areas of the park.
However, a number of rides will be closed for seasonal maintenance.
The published November maintenance list includes:
- Edge
- Cat-O-Pillar Coaster
- Professor Blast’s Expedition Express Ride
- Digger Ride
- Seal Falls
- Flight of the Pterosaur
- Velociraptor
- Boulder Dash
- The Dinosaur Tour Co.
- Dino Chase
- Splash Lagoon
- Muddy Puddles
- Water Kingdom
- Kontiki
- Pirate Ship
- Tea Cup Ride
Despite these closures, there will still be a selection of rides available, including Drakon, Vild Swing, Raven, Storm Chaser and Cyclonator.
Visitors should check the latest ride availability before booking, as the November operating programme is different from the regular main-season offering.
When: Selected weekends from 7 November
Official website: Paultons Park November information
Drayton Manor Moves Towards Christmas
Drayton Manor’s Blazing Halloween event has now come to an end following its final fireworks celebrations on Sunday 1 November.
Attention now turns towards the festive season, with the resort advertising its Magical Christmas event for November and December.
Families can look forward to festive entertainment and the opportunity to visit Father Christmas as Drayton Manor prepares for its Christmas programme.
The resort has also announced Twixmas visits from 27–31 December, giving families another opportunity to enjoy the attraction during the Christmas holidays.
Visitors should keep an eye on the official events calendar for the confirmed Christmas opening dates and ticket information.
Official website: Drayton Manor events
Chessington and LEGOLAND Windsor Prepare for Winter Events
Both Chessington World of Adventures and LEGOLAND Windsor have now brought their Halloween celebrations to a close.
Chessington’s Howl’o’ween and LEGOLAND’s Brick or Treat finished at the end of the October half-term period.
However, the festive season is already on the horizon.
Chessington’s Winter’s Tail is scheduled to begin on 21 November, bringing Christmas entertainment and seasonal experiences to the resort.
LEGOLAND Windsor is also preparing for its Christmas Bricktacular event, which is scheduled to run from 21 November 2026 to 2 January 2027.
Families looking ahead to Christmas can start planning their visits now.
Official websites:
Blackpool Pleasure Beach Enters Its Final Weeks
Blackpool Pleasure Beach is approaching the end of its 2026 operating season, although the park is scheduled to remain open on selected dates during November.
The park’s published seasonal information indicates that its 2026 season runs until 28 November.
Visitors hoping to enjoy the Lancashire seaside attraction before its winter closure should check the official opening calendar carefully, as the park does not operate every day during the quieter autumn period.
With the main Halloween season finished, it is a good opportunity to enjoy some of the park’s famous rollercoasters before the end of the season.
Official website: Blackpool Pleasure Beach opening times
Looking Ahead: Christmas Is Coming to UK Theme Parks
With Halloween now behind us, the focus is quickly shifting towards Christmas at UK theme parks.
Alton Towers Fireworks is one of the final major events of the main season, while Drayton Manor, Chessington and LEGOLAND Windsor are preparing their festive celebrations.
Paultons Park is also offering visitors the chance to enjoy selected attractions during November, although its winter maintenance programme means not every ride will be available.
For visitors, November is a very different time to visit a theme park. Opening days become more limited, some rides close for seasonal maintenance and Christmas events begin to appear.
Keep checking UK Theme Park Spy for the latest theme park news, seasonal opening dates, ride closures and Christmas event announcements as the 2026 season draws to a close.
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