Every year, the award-winning celebrations have scare experiences that thrill-seekers of every age will love, such as Scare Mazes and live shows. With the theme park staying open until 9pm during Scarefest, there’s also the opportunity to ride Alton Towers attractions like Wicker Man and The Smiler after night falls.
Here's how to get tickets to this year's event.
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What is Alton Towers Scarefest?When is Scarefest 2026?How to get Alton Towers Scarefest ticketsIs Scarefest scary?Merlin offers 4 months' free theme park entry
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During Scarefest, you can take on the rides in the dark, like Wicker Man and Oblivion, or try out live-action scare mazes like the brand-new Final Exhibit, where you're at the mercy of a mysterious curator.
For the little ones, there are spooktacular live shows, as well as meet and greets at the front lawn arena, and the well-loved CBeebies Land Monster Ball.
When is Scarefest 2026?
Scarefest at Alton Towers will run from 26 - 27 September, 2 - 4, 9 - 11, 16 October - 1 November.
How long is Alton Towers open during Scarefest?
If you’d like to visit Alton Towers but wouldn’t like to take part in Scarefest, you can still enjoy the 40 rides and attractions, as well as 10 themed areas and rides for little ones like the Night Garden Magical Boat Ride.
How to get Alton Towers Scarefest 2026 tickets
You can buy a day pass ticket for £37 if you book in advance or £68 if you purchase on the day, and this will get you access to all Scarefest activities, including the rides.
Is Scarefest scary?
I've visited Scarefest myself and can safely say it's manageable for the scare-averse (which includes me).
However, if you are planning to stay after dark this is where it can get a bit scary. The actual park itself is fine to walk around, and going on rides in the dark is just as fun as it is during the day. The same cannot be said of the Scare Mazes. Inside these, actors follow you, touch you and yell at you and, once you're in, you have to walk through the entire thing. So if you're someone who doesn't like horror movies, I'd give the mazes a miss.
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