Hemel Old Town All Set for Halloween Party
Get ready for some spooky, family fun as the Hemel Hempstead Old Town Halloween Party returns this year. The event is taking place on Sunday 26 October 2025 and is being hosted by Dacorum Borough Council, in partnership with Hemel Old Town Market and Community Action Dacorum.
The event will run from 3-7pm, followed by a firework display in Gadebridge Park at 7.30pm.
There will be a range of free entertainment on offer in the Old Town High Street, including:
- Harry Potter-themed entertainers and activities
- Face painting
- Lantern making
- Fancy dress competitions for all ages
A variety of food, market and community stalls will be available to explore.
The Old Town Hall will also be hosting Jungle Juniors ‘Fantastic Beasts’ sessions throughout the afternoon, offering the chance to meet reptiles and creepy crawlies that would make even a Slytherin squirm. For timings and ticket prices please visit the Old Town Hall website: Fantastic Beasts | The Old Town Hall.
Cllr Caroline Smith-Wright, Portfolio Holder for People and Transformation (Climate & Ecological Emergency) said: ‘Halloween is a tradition that brings people together through storytelling, creativity, and community spirit – and our popular Old Town Halloween Party captures that beautifully. This year’s exciting event features Harry Potter-themed activities, a wide range of local stalls, lantern making and a fancy dress competition for people of all ages showcasing their creations. I’m delighted the celebration is back with a bang, ending with a spectacular fireworks display in Gadebridge Park – a fitting finale to one of our most loved community events.’
The Council would like to thank the event sponsors, Cardo, Taylor Wimpey, and Bolt Events.
Full details about the event are available on the Council’s website: Old Town Halloween Party 2025.