Halloween in United Kingdom
In 2026, Halloween falls on Saturday, 31 October 2026.
Photo by Taylor Foss on UnsplashUpdated 24 Oct 2026
About Halloween
Halloween is a cultural celebration observed annually on October 31st with roots in ancient Celtic festivals. In the United Kingdom, it is marked by activities such as costume parties, pumpkin carving, and trick-or-treating. While it is not a public holiday, it remains a popular event for children and adults alike.
Halloween dates in United Kingdom
Observance dates for Halloween across a 10-year window (2023-2031).
| Year | Date | Day | Holiday |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 31 Oct 2023 | Tuesday | Halloween |
| 2024 | 31 Oct 2024 | Thursday | Halloween |
| 2025 | 31 Oct 2025 | Friday | Halloween |
| 2026This year | 31 Oct 2026 | Saturday | Halloween |
| 2027 | 31 Oct 2027 | Sunday | Halloween |
| 2028 | 31 Oct 2028 | Tuesday | Halloween |
| 2029 | 31 Oct 2029 | Wednesday | Halloween |
| 2030 | 31 Oct 2030 | Thursday | Halloween |
| 2031 | 31 Oct 2031 | Friday | Halloween |
31 Oct 2023
Tuesday · Halloween
31 Oct 2024
Thursday · Halloween
31 Oct 2025
Friday · Halloween
31 Oct 2026
Saturday · Halloween
31 Oct 2027
Sunday · Halloween
31 Oct 2028
Tuesday · Halloween
31 Oct 2029
Wednesday · Halloween
31 Oct 2030
Thursday · Halloween
31 Oct 2031
Friday · Halloween