NightMare at the Museum

National Horseracing Museum

Available from 30 October 2025 to 30 October 2025

Up to 5% discount with promo code DAYSOUT

Prepare for a frightfully fun evening at the National Horse Racing Museum with NightMARE at the Museum!

Join in on Thursday 30th October for a ghoulishly good time filled with eerie excitement and family friendly frights.

Event details:

  • Date: Thursday 30th October
  • Time: 5.30pm - 7pm
  • Location: National Horse Racing Museum, Palace House, Palace Street, Newmarket, CB8 8EP

As twilight falls, embark on a Spooky Scavenger Hunt through the museum grounds...but beware, you might encounter a few creepy characters lurking in the shadows!

Once you’ve braved the hunt, get stuck into a variety of creepy crafts, ghastly games, and the fabulous fancy dress competition, with prizes for the best costumes!  Every child will receive a Halloween treat bag to take home, and refreshments will be available to purchase throughout the evening.

Highlights of NightMARE at the Museum

  • Spooky Scavenger Hunt around the museum
  • Creepy crafts and hands-on activities
  • Ghoulish games for all ages
  • Fab-BOO-lous fancy dress competition (costumes encouraged!)
  • Halloween treat bags for all participating children
  • Special appearances by our costumed horses
  • Refreshments available on site

This event is perfect for families with children looking for a safe and spooky way to celebrate Halloween. Don’t miss out, it’s going to be a nightmare to remember!

Location

National Horse Racing Museum

Palace House,
Palace Street,
Newmarket,
CB8 8EP
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Facilities
  • Parking & disabled parking
  • Restaurant
  • Bakery
  • Shop
  • Toilets & accessible toilets
  • Baby changing
  • Lifts
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Can children visit the National Horseracing Museum for free?

Children under the age of 16 can visit the National Horseracing Museum for free. 

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