No Tricks All Treats: Enjoy Our 7 Accessible Events To Explore This Month
1st October 2025
October is here, bringing the spirit of Halloween and the much-anticipated school half-term holidays! It's the time of year when the air turns crisp and witches, ghosts, and monsters fill our imaginations. For this spooky month, we've gathered 7 unforgettable, inclusive events, activities, and attractions perfect for children and families to enjoy without barriers.
At Access My Events, we believe that everyone deserves the chance to participate and enjoy the world around them, whether it’s a local festival here in the UK or a major conference on the other side of the world. We have a calendar of fantastic, accessible events both at home and abroad. Get ready to enjoy the fun.
1) Inclusive Circle: Technology
Kindred, Queen Carline Street, Hammersmith
1st October 6pm – 9pm
An evening for disabled people to get together and discuss technology, share experiences, and connect. To book your ticket, follow the link Inclusive Circle: Technology.
Accessibility
The venue is wheelchair accessible and offers fully accessible spaces. The main entrance is located at the rear of Hammersmith Broadway. If you would like further details on the venue's accessibility, give them a call on 020 3146 1370 or email hello@wearekindred.com.
2) AccessAbilities Expo
Dubai World Trade Centre
6th & 7th Oct – 10am - 6pm
The Access Abilities Expo returns to Dubai for it’s 7th year running. It is the largest exhibition dedicated to empowering and enhancing the lives of disabled people living in the UAE. The event will host a number of exhibitors who will be showcasing the latest in assistive technology, innovative products and services designed for people with different impairments, promote inclusion through discussions and best practices. To book your free ticket, follow the link AccessAbilities Expo.
3) Design and Disability Exhibition
Victoria and Albert Museum, London
This exhibition showcases the contributions of deaf, disabled and neurodivergent people and how they have designed for all aspects of life through their own experience and expertise. It also explores the history of disabled designers. The exhibition showcases 170 objects on display across 3 sections of visibility, tools and living.
The exhibition is running until 15th February 2026. To book your tickets, follow the link Design and Disability Exhibition.
Accessibility
The nearest step-free underground station is Earls Court and London Victoria Station.
The entrance from Cromwell Road is step-free with a wheelchair accessible door and the exhibition road entrance is also step-free and has an automatic door at the bottom of the walkway.
Disabled parking – 12 spaces are available lacated at the Exhibition Road entrance, but they can’t be booked in advance. You can park for up to 4 hours.
Mobility equipment – Wheelchairs and walking sticks are available at the information desk located at the Grand entrance. They recommend booking 24 hours in advance of your visit.
You can follow the link to complete the form https://shorturl.at/wFqsX.
Accessible toilets – 13 toilets are located around the museum.
To see a full list of accessibility facilities, follow the link Access at V&A South Kensington.
4) Decorex
Olympia London
12th - 15th October
If you are buying a new home or are thinking of renovating your current home with a new fresh look. Visit Decorex, your go to event for interior design ideas and inspiration. Over 4 days the event will host talks, workshops, product launches and showcase the latest interior design trends. To book your tickets, follow the link Features | Decorex.
Accessibility
Disabled parking
Blue badge parking bays are offered on a first come first serve basis, and is best to pre- book even though the space is not guaranteed, but it will ensure that you have a space. All disabled parking is charged and it’s best to contact the venue to find out.
Manual wheelchairs
If you need to use a wheelchair while at the venue they offer wheelchairs to loan. It’s best to book your request in advance of your visit by completing the contact form on their website, Contact us | Olympia Events. You will need to give a deposit, which will be refunded.
To see a full list of the accessible facilities, follow the link Accessibility at Decorex.
5) British Film Institute
London Film Festival
8th – 19th October, London and across the UK
This is the UK's largest film event. It is known for being one of the most accessible major film festivals. They host red carpet premiers, immersive storytelling games, programme strands, awards and more. Tickets cost start from £10. To book and learn more about the festival and what it has to offer, follow the link BFI London Film Festival.
Accessibility
The venue aims to make the experiences welcoming and accessible as possible to everyone.
Accessible screenings
These include screenings with descriptive subtitles, audio description, relaxed screenings and British Sign Language.
Access tickets
These can be booked by contacting their box office on 020 7960 2102, or by emailing box.office@bfi.org.uk and include the word Access in your email. You can also attend in person and book.
Free companion ticket
When booking you have to show proof of eligibility for a companion ticket
To see a full list of accessible facilities at venues hosting the film festival, follow the link and select your preferred location London Film Festival 2025.
6) MCM London Comic Con
Excel, London
24th - 26th October
The MCM London Comic Con returns to Excel, London. This is pop culture event where you get the opportunity to meet gaming voice actors, TV and film stars. There will be many organisations exhibiting and attendees can participate in various activities. To find out more and to book, follow the link MCM London Comic Con.
Accessibility
Reset rooms
Events can get busy and if crowds are not something you are comfortable with. You can use their reset rooms away from the crowd to take a break.
For those with invisible disabilities, the organisers have a limited number of sunflower laynards that are available at the information desk and in their reset rooms.
Wheelchairs
Wheelchairs are available to use at the venue for those with mobility needs
Accessible toilets and changing places
The venue has 40 accessible toilets throughout the building
Disabled car parking
The venue has 80 disabled bays. If you have questions about parking, email parkingonline@excel.london
To find out more about the venue’s accessibility, follow the link Venue Accessibility | Excel London.
7) Natural History Museum
31st October
7pm - 12pm midnight
Halloween night returns to the Natural History Museum with a live band performing, a silent disco and a host of spooky activities. To book your tickets, follow the link Halloween at the Museum.
Accessibility
The event is wheelchair accessible and offers facilities for disabled visitors.
Wheelchair hire: If you need a wheelchair while visiting, email after-hours@nhm.ac.uk.
Blue badge parking: This is available on request
Companion ticket: Please call them to request your free companion ticket on 020 7942 5000. The lines are open Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm. The tickets are subject to availability.
For further accessibility information, please email or call them using the contact details above.