Halloween is becoming more and more popular in Spain as bilingual parents, schools and institutions make the most of this cultural celebration to make dark autumn nights bright and fun with the added bonus of exposure to the English language too.
Here at Kids in Madrid, we’ve put together a calendar of English-language Halloween-themed events for families across the city.
Friday 26th Oct
The Story Corner
Event: Pumpkin Carving Workshop
Where: The Story Corner, Avda. José Hierro 92, local 13 trasero, Rivas-Vaciamadrid 28521
Time: 6-7:30pm
Age: 3+
Price: 10 euros, includes pumpkin
Tickets: email Carolina Martinez carolabc14@gmail.com or ring 661 67 17 94
KIM says: Find out how to carve scary faces on pumpkins at this language school based in the satellite town of Rivas-Vaciamadrid.
More info here
Pique-nique
Event: Pique-nique atelier Halloween (in French)
Where: Espacio Creativo “Espíritu 23”, calle Espíritu Santo 23, (Metro Bilbao-Tribunal)
Time: 6:30-8pm
Age: 3-8 years old (under 4’s must be accompanied by an adult)
Price: 20 euros – includes materials
Tickets and more info here
KIM says: It doesn’t matter how much or little French your child knows, this hands-on workshop is suitable for all craft-loving kids.
Saturday 27th Oct
Grey Elephant
Event: Halloween Party!
Where: Grey Elephant, Calle los Mancebos 17, 28005 Madrid (Metro La Latina)
Time: 6-8pm
Age: 0-100 (children to be accompanied by adults)
Price: 20 euros per child
KIM says: The spooky photo shoot is a real highlight of this party that is fun for anyone aged 0-100!
Alopeke
Event: Kids Halloween Party
Where: Alopeke, Calle de Alcalá, 91, 28009 Madrid
Time: 12h – 13:30h
Ages: 2+
Price: 20 euros (1 adult + 1 child)
Tickets: book over the phone: 620629632 or e-mail: hola@mundoalopeke.com
KIM says: Kids in fancy dress visit a haunted house to play games, trick-or-treat and enjoy many fun surprises!
Kids English Club
Event: Halloween extravaganza!
Where: Kids English Club @ IberEnglish, Calle Amalia 9, 28020 Madrid, Spain (Metro Valdeaceras)
Time: 5 – 8pm
Age: two groups (a) 4-7 years old & (b) 8-11 years old
Price: 25 euros – includes pumpkin & snack
Tickets: ring 91 3447100
KIM says: Age-appropriate activities include Halloween-themed fun and games plus pumpkin decorating for the younger group whilst the older kids try their hand at carving pumpkins in the traditional style.
La Casita de Inglés
Event: A simultaneous Halloween workshop at 6 locations across Madrid! (Chamberi, Montecarmelo, Barrio de Salamanca, Alcobendas, Majadahonda and Pozuelo de Alarcon)
Where: La Casita de Inglés (check locations here)
Time: 5-7pm
Age: 3+
Price: 25 euros – includes materials
Tickets: pozuelo@lacasitadeingles.com; majadahonda@lacasitadeingles.com; chamberi@lacasitadeingles.com; montecarmelo@lacasitadeingles.com; padilla@lacasitadeingles.com; alcobendas@lacasitadeingles.com
KIM says: Ghouls that travel across Madrid to delight children from Pozuelo to Alcobendas, from Majadahonda to Montecarmelo and from Salamanca to Chamberi!
Sunday 28th Oct
Kindermusik
Event: Kindermusik’s Halloween Fun!
Where: Espacio Crisálida Calle de Juan de Austria, 24, Madrid, Spain
Time: 11am – 1pm
Age: 6 months upwards (with adult)
Price: 15 €
Tickets: tel: 915919750 or email: info@espaciocrisalida.com
KIM says: Costumes are a must for both parents and little ones!
More info here
Li´l Monsters Ball
Event: Li´l Monsters Ball!
Where: Hard Rock Café, Paseo de la Castellana, 2, Madrid, Spain
Time: 10am – 12pm
Age: Open to all ages (with adult)
Price: 8,95€ (0 – 12 years old) +1 euro for breakfast
15,95€ (adults) +1 euro for breakfast
Tickets and more info here
KIM says: Be prepared to join a spooky costume contest!
Boo at the Zoo
Event: Boo at the Zoo (the un-official)
Where: Barco Pirata Batan, Paseo de la venta, Madrid
Time: 3:30pm – 7:00pm
Age: Open to all ages (with adult)
Price: Free!
Tickets and more info here
KIM says: Come for some spooky fun, hot chocolate, and a chance to win a family photoshoot with Aurelie Noyer Photography!
Wednesday 31st Oct
Act Out Madrid
Event: ACT OUT Madrid’s Halloween theatrical fiesta
Where: Ronda de Segovia 50
Time: 19 – 20.30
Ages: 4-8 years old
Price: Just 15€ (and 12€ for further siblings)
Tickets: hello@actoutworkshop.com /654996176
KIM says: Act Out Madrid’s frighteningly fun fiesta will get you and your family feeling theatrical, and is the perfect way for your family to speak English, while singing songs, playing games and dancing.
More information here.
Alopeke
Event: Kids Halloween Party
Where: Alopeke, Calle de Alcalá, 91, 28009 Madrid
Time: 5:30 – 6:30pm (babies); 5:30 – 7pm (kids)
Ages: 6 months upwards – with adult
Price: 20 euros (1 adult + 1 child)
Tickets: book over the phone: 620629632 or e-mail: hola@mundoalopeke.com
KIM says: Kids in fancy dress visit a haunted house to play games, trick-or-treat and enjoy many fun surprises!
Thursday 1st Nov
Hello! Creative English
Event: Spooktacular Halloween Party!
Where: Circulo de Baile, Conde de Suchil 3, Chamberí
Time: 5:30-7:30pm
Age: all ages, parents must stay
Price: 15 euros 1 child / 25 euros 2 children
Tickets and more info here
KIM says: Leaving the best for last, why not see out Halloween in style at this incredibly popular annual celebration run by bilingual & bicultural experts Hello! English. Expect fantastic costumes, spooky stories, fun workshops, and original trick-or-treat amusement.
Do you know of another event that isn’t listed? Let us know at info@kidsinmadrid.com
“When witches go riding,
and black cats are seen,
the moon laughs and whispers,
‘tis near Halloween.”
Enjoy!