Giant Inflatable Spider to crawl into York city centre this Halloween
York BID is inviting families to enjoy a spooky free city-centre experience this Halloween as a giant inflatable spider arrives for the latest Family Friendly Saturday event.
Appearing on Saturday 31st October with performances at 2pm, 3pm and 4pm, the giant spider puppet will be scuttling along Little Stonegate, Back Swinegate, Swinegate, and Grape Lane. This is a free event with no tickets needed.
Towering above onlookers at over 8 feet tall and spanning an impressive 12 feet wide, the spider is brought to life by a skilled puppeteer. As it moves through the city, the spider will bounce, sway and scuttle through the streets, creating an unforgettable experience and brilliant photo opportunity for families and visitors of all ages.
The Giant Inflatable Spider is York BID’s 13th Family Friendly Saturday, following 12 successful events that attracted thousands of families into the city centre for free early-evening experiences.
Carl Alsop, Operations Manager at York BID, said: “Our Family Friendly Saturdays have become a fantastic way to bring playful, memorable experiences into York’s public spaces. The Giant Inflatable Spider will be a really special Halloween spectacle, giving families another great reason to spend time in the city centre together.”
Family Friendly Saturdays form a key part of York BID’s Purple Flag initiative, creating exciting family-friendly experiences in the city centre to ensure York continues to be a vibrant, safe and welcoming destination.
Don’t miss the chance to encounter the giant spider in York this Halloween!