Half term fun across Carmarthenshire

Families across Carmarthenshire can enjoy a packed October half term, with family-friendly events and activities taking place across the county. From spooky adventures to outdoor exploration, We Know a Place to make lasting memories this autumn.

Something spooky is coming to Carmarthen Market!  Get ready for a Halloween event filled with spooky fun, family entertainment and plenty of Halloween magic. Visit Carmarthen Market on 31 October at 6pm. Dress up in your favourite Halloween costume and enjoy the fun. Visitors can expect face painting, funfair rides, open air market, and much more. If you want to get in the Halloween spirit early, St Catherine’s Walk is hosting pumpkin trail on 27 October. Slots are free and start at 11am, 12:30pm and 2pm.  

Carmarthenshire's museums are bringing the magic of Halloween to life this half term as part of this year's Welsh Museums Festival theme, Sustainable Hwyl. Families can enjoy a School of Witchcraft and Wizardry, folklore storytelling, Spooktacular Drama sessions and a pumpkin trail at Carmarthenshire Museum, while Parc Howard Museum will host pumpkin-themed activities and a family trail.

At Pembrey Country Park, visitors can enjoy Spooky After Dark Golf, take on the Zombie Trail and follow the Pumpkin Trail through the woodland. With adventure play areas, walking and cycling routes, and miles of woodland and beach to explore, it makes for a great family day out this autumn.

Fancy a spooky half-term break? Caban Pendine is offering a Stay three Nights for the Price of two deal throughout October, providing the perfect base to explore Carmarthenshire's attractions and coastline.

Carmarthenshire Libraries are hosting a range of family-friendly activities, including Fizz Pop Spooky Slime Workshops (26 October), the Wild Science Minibeast Experience (29 October) and Llanelli Library's special Carnegie Centenary Teddy Bear's Picnic Storytime (28 October). Crafts, games, LEGO and creative activities will also be available throughout the break.

Theatrau Sir Gâr / Carmarthenshire Theatres have a fantastic line-up this half term. Families can enjoy Welsh Wrestling and Disney's The Little Mermaid Jr, while Halloween In Concert, We Will Rock You and The Hauntings offer entertainment for a variety of audiences. 

Families can also enjoy a packed programme of activities across Actif's six leisure centres. From intensive swimming lessons and fun floats to Halloween parties, NERF sessions and family activities, there are plenty of opportunities to stay active during the school holidays. With activities taking place at leisure centres across Carmarthenshire, including Canolfan Pentre Awel, families will have plenty of opportunities to make the most of the holidays.

There is plenty happening across Carmarthenshire this half term and, if you're looking for inspiration, We Know a Place... From pumpkin trails and spooky family adventures to Welsh folklore, steam train journeys, creative workshops and outdoor activities, Discover Carmarthenshire can help families uncover new experiences and make the most of the school holidays. Visit Discover Carmarthenshire for more ideas and event listings.

Carmarthenshire County Council’s Deputy Leader and Cabinet Member for Regeneration, Leisure, Culture and Tourism, Cllr Hazel Evans, said:

Carmarthenshire has so much to offer families during the school holidays, from creative activities and live entertainment to outdoor adventures and opportunities to stay active. Whether you're exploring our museums and country parks, enjoying a theatre performance, taking part in activities at our leisure centres or discovering somewhere new, there are plenty of opportunities to make lasting memories together this half term. I encourage families to get out, explore and enjoy everything Carmarthenshire has to offer this autumn."