It's the first day of October, and that means it's time to start thinking about dusting off the old spooky outfits.

Fortunately for spook-loving Stockport residents, 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.

Dia de los Muertos originated in Mexico and central America, a fusion of pre-Colombian ritual and Catholic tradition (Image - Nick Fewings / Unsplash)

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.

Victoria Nichol, Merseyway Centre Manager said, "Over the years, our free-to-attend Trick or Treat event has become a real staple for Halloween in Stockport, and we're thrilled to bring it back with a vibrant new theme.

"Merseyday of the Dead is set to be our most colourful celebration yet, and we can't wait to see families join us in their costumes, collecting badges for their lanyards, and making magical memories together – it's going to be a fiesta to remember!".