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Wynnum Halloween Festival and Parade
Catch the iconic seaside Grand Parade and a dazzling fireworks finale at the 2026 Wynnum Halloween Festival at George Clayton Park in Manly this October 2026. Local Brisbane families can enjoy free entry, browse market stalls, sample food trucks, tackle amusement rides, and enter the best dressed costume contest.
2026 Wynnum Halloween Festival and Parade
The Wynnum Ampol Halloween Festival & Parade is on Saturday 31 October 2026 at George Clayton Park, Wynnum/Manly. The festival runs from 12pm to 8:30pm, and entry is free. The event is presented by Ampol and supported by Brisbane City Council.
Kids can enjoy amusement rides for $6 each, along with a free jumping castle and rock wall climbing at the parade. Families can browse the market stalls, enjoy live entertainment and try food from the food trucks.
Best Dressed judging takes place at 5pm, with prizes to be won thanks to Best Dressed sponsor Ocean Realty. Costumes can be spooky, spectacular or wonderfully weird.
At 6pm, the Grand Parade travels from Darling Point along the Lower Esplanade toward the park, followed by a fireworks finale to end the evening.
Plan your visit
When: Saturday 31st October 2026, 11am – 7pm
Where: George Clayton Park, 55 Upper Esplanade, Manly 4179
More information here
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