Wairarapa Gears Up for a Spooktacular Halloween Celebration

As Halloween approaches, Wairarapa is set to host a series of lively events that could solidify its reputation as the Halloween capital of New Zealand. With activities planned across several towns, residents and visitors alike can look forward to a festive atmosphere filled with creative costumes and thrilling experiences.

The celebrations kick off with the **Cobblestones Fright Night** at the Cobblestones Museum in Greytown on **October 25, 2025**, from **20:30 to 22:00**. This immersive experience caters to children aged nine and up, offering a taste of the eerie excitement that Halloween brings.

Martinborough is also joining in the fun, hosting the much-anticipated **Kitchener’s Annual Halloween Party** on **October 31, 2025**, at **32 Oxford St** from **13:00 to 15:00**. This event promises a delightful afternoon filled with activities for younger attendees.

Masterton families can enjoy the **Halloween on the Green** event at **Queen Elizabeth Park** on **October 31**, which runs from **16:00 to 19:00**. This free event invites families to partake in Halloween festivities, including games and treats. Additionally, **Bowloween** at Masterbowl, featuring live music from **The Coffin Fits** and **Rampage**, will take place on the same day from **16:00 to 23:00**.

For those seeking cinematic thrills, a special screening of the 1935 classic **Bride of Frankenstein** will be hosted by **Film Talks** at the **Aratoi Wairarapa Museum of Art and History** on **October 31**, starting at **18:45**. This event will allow attendees to enjoy a piece of horror film history in a fitting context.

Featherston is not to be left out, boasting a variety of Halloween-themed activities. The **Featherston Vinyl Club** will hold its **4th Annual Halloween Ball** at the **Featherston Memorial RSA** on **October 31**, beginning at **19:30**. This event welcomes trick-or-treaters of all ages, creating a community-friendly atmosphere. The **Halloween Garden Party** at the newly opened **Mother Goose Bar and Kitchen** (formerly The Tin Hut) is also on the agenda, promising a festive gathering.

The following day, **November 1**, the **Go Zone Carterton** will host its **Spooktacular Halloween Party**, ideal for burning off excess Halloween candy. Meanwhile, the **Wairarapa Events Centre** will present its inaugural **Halloween Rave**, giving adults a chance to dress up and dance the night away.

Event Centre Team Leader **Erin Banks** shared her insights on the rising popularity of Halloween in the region. “Parents realize how much fun it is to get dressed up with their kids for trick-or-treating. There’s freedom and excitement in donning a costume, so we wanted to give the grown-ups a chance to enjoy themselves without a sugar meltdown in tow,” she stated.

To wrap up the Halloween festivities, the **Featherston Ghost Stories** event at **The Dickensian Bookshop** on **November 8** will feature candlelit readings of original spooky tales, concluding a month of eerie excitement as part of the inaugural **Featherston Heritage Festival**.

With a variety of events catering to all ages, Wairarapa is poised for a Halloween celebration that promises to deliver thrills, chills, and plenty of fun for everyone involved.