Fiesta of the Dead at Blackgang Chine
Experience excitement this October half term at Fiesta of the Dead – the Isle of Wight’s most extensive family Halloween event inspired by Día de los Muertos!
What's On
Experience excitement at Fiesta of the Dead as it returns for 2025! - The Isle of Wight's most extensive family Halloween event inspired by Día de los Muertos.
Step through the gates this Halloween into a world beyond, where the charismatic Gate Keeper awaits to guide you on your journey to the other side. As you walk through the Land of the Dead, take in the stunning surroundings with beautiful inflatable displays, each more fantastical than the last.
This is your chance to snap some truly unforgettable photos amidst a kaleidoscope of colours and shapes. Will you dare to enter and explore the unknown?
Find tickets and more information on the Blackgang Chine website.
Getting There
By car: Blackgang Chine, Ventnor, PO38 2HN. On-site parking is free of charge.
By bus: Southern Vectis no.6 stops right outside the park. Plan your journey here.
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