This year, Scarefest offers guests the chance to experience the event over 24 days, more days than in recent years, providing more flexibility to visit. On some selected mid-week dates, which are traditionally quieter, the theme park will close at the slightly earlier time of 8pm.  

Guests will still get to experience our award-winning scare mazes, including two brand new attractions, as well as our world-class rides in the dark. Those with existing bookings who wish to move to a date with a later opening of 9pm can do so free of charge via the website.

Alton Towers said: “We continually review our operations to understand demand and support our teams across the park. This is typical throughout our theme park season with varied closing times on off-peak and peak days. Whilst selected mid-week dates will close at the slightly earlier time of 8pm, guests will get to experience the same level of spooks and frights our award-winning event is able to provide.”

I have booked to visit Scarefest and you’ve moved the booking to 8pm. I want to move my booking/a refund etc?

Those with existing bookings who wish to move to a date with a later opening of 9pm can do so free of charge via the website.

Passholders can move their booking via the relevant passholder portal.

If you have trouble please contact gs.feedback@alton-towers.com