Halloween family fun at West Suffolk markets

20 Oct 2026

Explore West Suffolk markets this October, with additional half term Halloween treats for the whole family!

Several West Suffolk markets will have a Halloween twist over the half term break:

• Brandon market – Children are invited to make a wand and witches hat with The Licky Cow Gallery on Thursday 29 October from 9.30am to 12pm.
• Bury St Edmunds market – Children are invited to make their own Halloween paper plate ghosts with Crafty Foxes on Wednesday 27 October from 11am to 2pm.
• Haverhill market – Get in the spooky spirit with glitter tattoos, pumpkins and a witch with Dreams and Wishes on Friday 30 October from 11am to 2pm.
• Mildenhall market – Children can create their own flappy bird and wand with The Licky Cow Gallery on Friday 30 October from 10am to 2.30pm.
• Newmarket market – Enjoy Poz Magic Show and face painting on Tuesday 27 October at 11am.

The regular markets are not to be missed, offering fresh local produce, baked goods, flowers and more:

• Brandon market – every Thursday, 8.30am to 1.30pm
• Bury St Edmunds market – every Wednesday and Saturday, 9am to 4pm
• Clare monthly market – Saturday 21 November, 8.30am to 1.30pm
• Haverhill market – every Friday and Saturday, 9am to 3pm
• Mildenhall market – every Friday, 9am to 2.30pm
• Newmarket market – every Tuesday and Saturday, 9am to 3pm

Cllr Indy Wijenayaka, Cabinet Member for Growth at West Suffolk Council, said: ”October is a particularly exciting month at our markets, with themed events for families to enjoy during the half term break, alongside the much-loved regular markets. We recognise that parents and guardians are facing increasing cost pressures, and our markets offer a cost-effective way to keep children entertained while helping them discover and appreciate what’s available locally.

“It is the perfect time to shop locally, support independent businesses and experience the thriving communities that make West Suffolk markets so special!”

For more information on any of our markets, please contact: markets@westsuffolk.gov.uk or visit West Suffolk Markets - Home

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