What's on in Stoke this weekend: Halloween parties, Robots Live and fused glass workshop

By Sarah Garner

24th Oct 2024 | Local News

There is a real range of events taking place this weekend, including at Fenton Manor Sports Complex (Nub News).
There is a real range of events taking place this weekend, including at Fenton Manor Sports Complex (Nub News).

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Here are our top few picks of what's happening in Stoke over the next few days. 

The Big Halloween Street Party

A huge Halloween street party takes place in Hanley on 26 October (Pete Stonier).

The Big Halloween Street Party, hosted by Stoke-on-Trent City Centre BID, returns to Hanley on Saturday 26 October.

The city centre will be transformed into a haunted haven with eerie decorations, ghostly performers and interactive experiences for all ages.

There will also be music, street entertainers, a costume contest and trick or treating plus an autumnal appearance from Potteries Artisan Market and creepy crafting in Keep it Local.

Spooky Halloween Trail

A Halloween Trail is open at Middleport Pottery between 10am and 3pm on 26 October (Middleport Pottery).

Middleport Pottery will be hosting a spooky Halloween trail on Saturday 26 October, between 10am and 3pm.

The popular venue say: "This Halloween why not come & explore Middleport Pottery to find all the spooky sights hiding around every corner. Collect the names & return to reception to get your Halloween treat!"

Tickets cost £3.

Robots Live

The stars of TVs Robot Wars return to Stoke-on-Trent (Fenton Manor).

Robots Live! is back for 2024 with action packed family shows. Teams from Robot Wars take to the arena in a series of battles, with the 110kg robots sending sparks and machines flying.

Dave Young, captain of Robot Wars Champions 'Apollo' says; "We're super excited to be coming back to Stoke and kicking off what is going to be an amazing competition. All of the other teams from around the UK can't wait to battle it out for a big cash prize, plus we have the excitement of having the TV cameras there as well.

The action takes place across three shows at the Fenton Manor Sports Complex, Stoke on Saturday 26th and Sunday 27th October 2024.

Gandeys Halloween Spooktacular 

Gandeys Halloween Spooktacular is at Trentham Estate all weekend (Gandeys).

Gandeys Halloween Spooktacular is at Trentham Estate between 16 October and 3 November. 

Organisers describe the show as: "A specially selected international cast of skeletons, vampires, Jack o'lanterns and not forgetting Circus Artistes, have been brought together for this year's sensational extravaganza.

"From the thrill acts to the big production numbers Gandeys are famous for, it's all here and you will be on the edge of your seat with excitement, rolling in the aisles with laughter, and hiding under your coats from the spooky thrills."

Fused Glass Workshop with Paula Andrews

The fused glass workshop takes place on Saturday 26 October (Google).

Middleport Pottery will be hosting a fused glass workshop with Paula Andrews on Saturday 26 October.

The workshop takes place at 11am, costs £5, and is designed to suit all abilities.

Visitors can create fused glass wall art, hanging decorations, glass dishes and freestanding art.

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If you're looking for something a little bit more relaxing, don't forget bod cafe bars are open all weekend. 

Located on Longton Road and Station Road, the venues serve a range of Titanic ales as well as coffees and a varied food menu.

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