Halloween is just around the corner, so it's time to dust off the costumes, deploy the pumpkins, and get into the spooky spirit.

Here are some of the events taking place in and around Stockport during spine-chilling season.

Young Adult Thriller Fright Night | Crown & Conspirator (Bramhall) | Tuesday 21 October

Gain insight from the amazing authors Cynthia Murphy, Amy McCaw, and Kat Ellis at the Crown and Conspirator in Bramhall (Images supplied)

Young readers and book-lovers alike will be able to get into the Halloween spirit at this 'Fright Night' at the Crown & Conspirator, Bramhall.

Visitors will get to spend the evening with three incredible authors: bestselling thriller writer Cynthia Murphy; award-winning horror writer, Kat Ellis; and author and Booktuber Amy McCaw.

They'll be talking about writing, thrillers, horror, and much more.

Find more information about the evening and the authors here.

Flecky Bennett's Air Raid Shelter ghost tour | Thursday 23 October

Flecky Bennett - ghost walking extraordinaire - will be taking intrepid explorers on a tour of the Stockport Air Raid Shelters (Image supplied)

Ghost walking extraordinaire Flecky Bennett will be hosting one of his award-winning tours this month, perfect for getting into a suitably spooky mood.

This time, it's a tour of the Stockport Air Raid Shelters, taking place on 23 October.

Flecky's tours have been described as 'Horrible Histories for adults'.

His stories are based upon well-documented accounts, witness statements and his own personal experiences.

In his own words, it means these chilling tales can "take on a new life (and death) of their own".

Find more information about the evening here.

Worker Bee Halloween Market | Broadstone Shopping Outlet (Reddish) | Saturday 25 October

Worker Bee Markets will be returning to Reddish in a special Halloween edition (Image - Worker Bee Markets)

Join the spooktacular goings-on at Worker Bee Markets' Hallowe'en Market on 25 October, 11am-3pm.

Pick up handmade Hallowe'en decorations, fangtastic treats and ghoulish gifts.

Enjoy the spooky spectacle of manic makers dressed up in their 'orrific outfits with their demonically decorated stalls. Bring the kids, pets or the whole family in your most gruesome gear to be in with a chance to win a prize to spend at the Festive event on 22 November.

And it's free parking and free entry!

Merseyday of the Dead | Stockport town centre | Saturday 25 October

'Merseyday of the Dead' will take place throughout Stockport Merseyway centre from 12pm on Saturday 25 October (Image via Merseyway)

The Merseyway centre will be hosting a special Halloween event this month, inspired by Mexico's Dia de los Muertos, also known as Day of the Dead.

Expect family-friendly trick or treat trails, crafts, glitter makeovers, parades, music, and much more.

The day will be free to attend, and starts from midday on Saturday 25 October.

To begin with, young visitors will be able to collect a map outside Specsavers before setting off on the Skullstock trick-or-treat trail. They can also encounter frighteningly fun Day of the Dead characters along the way.

Children will also be able to take part in a free craft event where they can create their own accessories to take home as special keepsakes. There will also be glitter tattoos and spirit animal designs to add extra sparkle to the day.

And from 5-7pm, the day will come to a fearsome finale at Redrock - or Deadrock as it will be known for the day.

Here, visitors will find a night-time trick or treat trail, with performances from a Mexican folk dance group, an unmissable Day of the Dead parade, a Day of the Dead inspired disco, live DJs, fun games and competitions to keep everyone on their toes.

Pumpkin decorating and crafts | Together Trust Campus (Cheadle) | Saturday 25 October

Enjoy some pumpkin decoration at the Together Trust in Cheadle, suitable for all ages (Image - Unsplash)

The Together Trust is hosting an indoor craft event for children and parents alike.

Each ticket includes a pumpkin made of polystyrene (so your creations last forever!) per person to decorate, plus all the supplies you'll need to create your spooky masterpieces.

There will also be Halloween-themed colouring, mask-making, and music or films to keep little ones entertained.

Families are encouraged to come dressed up in costume to get into the spooky spirit. We do recommend bringing something to protect your clothes while painting.

Food and drinks will be available to purchase, and there will also be a raffle with some great prizes.

Halloween Together will run 11:00am - 1:30pm. An afternoon session will be added if demand for tickets is high.

Find more information here.

Halloween Paint & Sip | Together Trust Campus (Cheadle) | Thursday 30 October

Have a paint and a sip this Halloween season at the Together Trust in Cheadle (Image supplied)

The Together Trust is hosting a paint and sip event where visitors can express artistic talent while enjoying wines, beers, cocktails and soft drinks provided by The Thirsty Filly.

Paint and Sip together is a Halloween themed social painting event where you get to relax, paint and take your creations home at the end of the night!

Every attendee will be provided with a blank A4 canvas that has been donated by Daler Rowney and the acrylic paint necessary to complete the painting.

There will be snacks available as well as a raffle which you could enter to be in the running to win some amazing prizes!

Just £20 a ticket which includes your canvas, painting materials and expert instruction.

Find more information here.

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