This October half term, grab the kids and join the spellbindingly wicked Halloween Trick or Treat Trail. Explore areas of Covent Garden you may never have been to before whilst testing your observation skills and learning some fun facts. But best of all, along the way you will collect some awesome treats and offers from fang-tastic contributors! Please see FAQ’s below for more info.
When is this spooky Halloween trick or treat trail?
The trail is on Friday 31st October 2025 between 12pm – 4pm. You can do the trail at your own pace within this time. Only trail holders can follow the route and claim the goodies (while stocks last)!
There’s also a photo competition!
Want to be the pick of the patch? You could win this years Halloween trick or treat trail photo competition. All you need to do is submit your photo(s) taken during the trick or treat trail via Instagram. Full details on how to enter will be on the trail. Here’s a reminder of previous entries:
How good is the trail?
The route is updated each year to keep it fresh for returning ghouls! Here are some reviews from those who dared to take on the Halloween trick or treat trail…
Hi! I just wanted to tell you that we did your Halloween trail today and it was amazing! I’ve done
Halloween activities throughout central London with the kids every day this week and yours was by far the best. Everything was stellar- the layout of the map and boxes, the spooky trivia, the trail and, of course, the treats. I learned so much about the area- who knew there was a police museum there?? I’ve never actually walked through the area before. I’ve always just gone to the market and left. It was a real treat to be able to wander the streets and alleys and take in the scene with three kids occupied and laughing and looking for the next thing. I’m sure that took a lot of time to put together and I really appreciate it. I know a ton of other people did too by the amount of families I saw wandering around in costume. I even saw some people had laminated each page of the trail! Thanks! – Lori
It was amazing thank you! It was our 3rd year coming and still you manage to change the trail so we adults can have fun learning something new too Thank you! – Romi
Hi, I just wanted to say thank you so much for the Halloween trail. We did it with my 3 year old today – he had a brilliant time and despite living in London for 13 years we discovered some places we’ve never seen before. Thank you so much! – Sarah
After doing it last year this was definitely on the list to do again this year. – Amanda
Hi, me and my little family did the Halloween trail today and loved it! I hope it’s been a great success, we saw lots of other families taking part and all enjoying themselves. – Sarah
Thank you very much for this Halloween trial it was amazing, my little one absolutely loved it! – Phoebe
We had a brilliant time on the trail today – so many wonderful treats! Thank you! – Min
We went to do the trail today. It was lovely and very fun as expected! The kids were having a lot of fun! They were so excited as they remember how great it was last year and this year was as great! Massive thank to you for organizing such a cool , fun activities like this! – Wipawee_ou
Frequently asked questions
How long does the trail take?
The trail takes approximately 1 hour to complete. It depends how long you stay at each stop, and if you take part in any activities.
Is the trail step free?
The trail is predominantly step free. Some stores may have a step on entry. There are no accessible toilets enroute. However, the Royal Opera House has accessible toilets – please ask permission to use them.
Are there toilets along the way?
I have noted where there is a toilet along the route. You must pay to enter. There are no accessible toilets enroute. However, the Royal Opera House has accessible toilets – please ask permission to use them.
What if the treats run out?
Each contributor will be providing 1 x free treat to children taking part in the trail. Unfortunately they cannot give out treats for you to take home to other children – priority is for those who are in attendance on the day. We also recommend adults take some back up treats, just in case a store has run out, they can give their child a treat.
Whilst the treats are a great add-on throughout the trail, the trail itself is a great family activity, so you will enjoy yourselves regardless.
How is the trail free?
The trail is now in its 6th year. Covent Garden Mum writes and produces the trail in her own time and covers the costs to create the trail. The contributors take part in the trail for free, and kindly offer the children free treats.
If you would like to chip in to help cover the basic costs of producing these free family events, please do so HERE.
