Spooky Gourd Painting and Downtown London Candy Crawl
Sunday, October 25
Drop in between 12:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Children’s Event
Eldon House Grounds
Drop in between 12:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Children’s Event
Eldon House Grounds
By Donation
Registration Required | Registration Policy
Families are encouraged to enjoy a fall afternoon on the grounds of Eldon House where children are able to decorate a mini gourd and learn about how Trick or Treating came to be. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Families are encouraged to enjoy a fall afternoon on the grounds of Eldon House where children are able to decorate a mini gourd and learn about how Trick or Treating came to be. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Following a record-breaking year that saw the Downtown Candy Crawl reach its highest participation to date, the popular family Halloween celebration is returning to downtown London on Sunday, October 25 from 12:00 pm – 3:00 pm.
Canada Life Place, Dundas Place, Downtown London, Eldon House, Covent Garden Market and Museum London are once again coming together to invite families to explore downtown, visit participating businesses and enjoy an afternoon of Halloween-themed activities and entertainment.
Families can create their own Candy Crawl route through downtown, stopping at participating businesses along the way for candy, treats, discounts and special offers. The event also offers opportunities to discover local businesses and experience some of the attractions and destinations that make downtown London a place for families to gather.
Beyond the Candy Crawl itself, the afternoon will feature Halloween activities throughout the downtown core, including games, music, and a mini market at Dundas Place.
Covent Garden Market will host Halloween activities from 12:00 pm – 3:00 pm, including a photo opportunity, treats for children dressed in costume, a bouncy castle, face painting and live Halloween music.
Spooky Gourd Painting will take place at the Eldon House Grounds from 12:00 pm – 3:00 pm. Children can decorate a mini gourd while learning about the history of trick-or-treating. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Eldon House would like to thank Apple Land Station for their donations of mini-white pumpkins and small gourds for our children’s event!
- Follow the online itinerary to plan your route – DowntownLondon.ca/Trails
- Visit participating businesses who will be handing out candy, goodies, discounts, or special offers, making this a Halloween adventure you won’t want to miss.
- Show off your best costume for a chance to win amazing prizes!
Eldon House would like to thank Apple Land Station for their donations of mini-white pumpkins and small gourds for our children’s event! If you are looking for a fun and memorable Autumn outing Apple Land Station is a must go! Located in Thorndale, just outside of London, enjoy picking apples and pumpkins on the fun farm, purchase a deliciously pie for the bakery, and there is something for everyone in the store. For more details about their location, hour of operation, and educational programing/school visits, place click here:
- Children 16 and under must be accompanied by a guardian.
- This program is rain or shine. Please dress and prepare accordingly.
- As a heritage site there is no public parking. there is public parking in and around the museum. Click here for Google Maps of Eldon House
- Please be aware that if the event is postponed or canceled guests will be notified via the website as soon as possible.