As we head into spooky season and another school holiday, we've got some exciting events lined up for you this month. But first, let's take a look back at what September had in store.

The Smurfs headed to the Diamond League athletics at Memorial Van Damme, bringing some character fun to the track side.

The Gruffalo Granny book has officially been released — an exciting addition to The Gruffalo story, keeping The Gruffalo busy throughout September, with more to come over the next few months.

Mr Bean and Beano have teamed up, with Mr Bean featuring in a recent Beano comic — a fun crossover for fans of both, and we’ve seen lots from Mr Bean and Dennis The Menace on socials.

Peppa Pig has been delighting visitors at Peppa Pig Space Adventure in Birmingham since May and will continue making appearances there until November.

The new Shaun the Sheep movie, The Beast of Mossy Bottom, also hit cinemas this month — a must-see for fans of the lovable flock!

So, whether you're looking for something to brighten up a weekday or make the weekend extra special, why not check out our October line-up and start planning your next character-filled day out!

Please note; events are subject to change:

1st October: Shrek Meet & Greet – Meadowhall, Sheffield

3rd October: Batman Meet & Greet – The Entertainer, White City

3rd October: JJ from CoComelon Meet & Greet – Smyths, Darlington

3rd October: Peppa Pig Meet & Greet – Smyths, Darlington

3rd & 4th October: Bluey Meet & Greet – Statfold Barn Railway, Tamworth

4th October: Peppa Pig Meet & Greet – Argos, Manchester Fort Shopping Park

4th October: Paddington™ Meet & Greet – Welshpool Steam Railway Station

10th October: Bluey & Bingo Activation – Old MacDonald’s Farm, Brentwood

10th October: Chase from PAW Patrol Meet & Greet – Race for Kids, Hyde Park, London

17th October: Bluey Meet & Greet – Pettitts Animal Adventure Park, Norfolk

17th October: Numberblock One Meet & Greet – Character.com, Bromley

18th October: Numberblock One Meet & Greet – Character.com, Watford

24th October: The Gruffalo Meet & Greet – Grizedale Forest Park, Cumbria

25th October: Chase from PAW Patrol Meet & Greet – Lappa Valley Steam Railway, Cornwall

25th October: The Gruffalo Meet & Greet – Nene Valley Railway, Peterborough

26th October: The Gruffalo Meet & Greet – Alice Holt Forest, Surrey

26th October: Chase from PAW Patrol Meet & Greet – Lappa Valley Steam Railway, Cornwall

27th October: The Gruffalo Meet & Greet – Hamsterley Forest, County Durham

28th October: The Gruffalo Meet & Greet – Westonbirt, The National Arboretum, Gloucestershire

28th October: Bluey Meet & Greet – Woburn Safari Park, Milton Keynes

30th October: The Gruffalo Meet & Greet – Gisburn Forest, North Yorkshire

30th October: Peppa Pig Meet & Greet – Woburn Safari Park, Milton Keynes

30th October: Shrek Meet & Greet – Pyramids Shopping Centre, Birkenhead

30th October: Marshall & Rubble from PAW Patrol Meet & Greet – Smyths, High Wycombe

31st October: JJ from CoComelon Meet & Greet – Smyths, Coventry

31st October: Peppa Pig Meet & Greet – Smyths, Coventry

31st October: Shrek Meet & Greet – Lincolnshire Showground

31st October: Freya from Sylvanian Families Meet & Greet – Smyths, Coventry

31st October: Henry & James Minion Meet & Greet – Hamleys, Regent Street

31st October: The Gruffalo Meet & Greet – Wendover Woods, Buckinghamshire

31st October: Bluey Meet & Greet – Birmingham Bullring

31st October: Marshall & Rubble from PAW Patrol Meet & Greet – Smyths, High Wycombe

We kicked off 2026 at Hamleys’ New Year’s Day Parade, sprinkling a little extra magic over the very start of the year.

A truly royal moment followed at the National Year of Reading launch, as Her Majesty the Queen was joined by much-loved comic book favourites Dennis and Gnasher - delighting children and sparking a wave of nostalgia for adults.

Meanwhile, Pikachu and Eevee helped launch a three-month pop-up at the Natural History Museum, celebrating Pokémon’s 30th anniversary in unforgettable style.

Our characters then stole the show at London Toy Fair, welcoming guests, posing for photos, and exploring the show floor to spread excitement throughout the venue. The highlight was the character parade, which captivated attendees and drew crowds as it wound through the halls. Smiles, laughter, and flashing cameras followed as a wave joy swept across the show floor.

With February half term just around the corner, we have plenty of exciting events lined up for the month (*events subject to change).

7^th February: Bluey & Bingo Meet & Greet - Call of the Wild Zoo, Chelmsford.

7^th  & 8^th February: Peppa Pig, Mummy Pig & Evie Pig Narration – Hertfordshire Zoo, Broxbourne

13^th February: Paddington™ Meet & Greet – Lush Covent Garden, London

14^th & 15^th February: Paddington™ Meet & Greet – Ribble Steam Railway, Preston

14^th & 15^th February: Gabby & Cakey Meet & Greet – West Midlands Safari Park, Bewdley

14^th & 15^th February: Bluey Narration– Hertfordshire Zoo, Broxbourne

15^th February: Peter Rabbit Meet & Greet – Buckinghamshire Railway Centre, Quainton

15^th February: Numberblock One Meet & Greet – Hamleys Regent Street, London

16^th February: Peppa Pig & George Pig Meet & Greet - Wingham Wildlife Park, Kent

16^th February: Paddington™ Meet & Greet - West Midlands Safari Park, Bewdley

17^th February: SpongeBob Meet & Greet – West Midlands Safari Park, Bewedley

17^th February: Peppa Pig Meet & Greet – Killingworth Shopping Centre, Newcastle

17^th February: Bluey Narration – Hamleys Regent Street, London

17^th, 18^th & 19^th February: Paddington™ Narration – Severn Valley Railway, Kidderminster

18^th & 19^th February: Gruffalo & Child Meet & Greet - Kent & East Sussex Railway, Tenterden

18^th February: Chase Meet & Greet – West Midlands Safari Park, Bewdley

18^th February: Bluey Narration – Everyone Active, West Midlands

18^th February: Sonic Meet & Greet – Hamleys Westfield White City, London

19^th February: Bluey Narration – Hamley’s Regent Street, London

19^th February: Gabby & Cakey Meet & Greet- Wheelgate Park, Mansfield

19^th February: Catboy & Owlette Meet & Greet - The Pavilions Shopping Centre, Dublin

19^th February: Peppa Pig Meet & Greet – West Midlands Safari Park, Bewdley

19^th February: SpongeBob SquarePants Meet & Greet – The Forum Shopping Centre, Wallsend

20^th February: Bluey Narration – Northcroft Lido & Chilterns Lifestyle, Hertfordshire

20^th February: Peppa Pig Meet & Greet - West Midlands Safari Park, Bewdley

20^th February: Paddington™ Meet & Greet - Park View Shopping Centre, Whitley Bay

21^st February: Bluey Narration - Flitwick Leisure Centre, Flitwick

21^st February: Peppa Pig Meet & Greet: – Woburn Safari Park, Milton Keynes

22^nd February: Bluey Meet & Greet: – West Midlands Safari Park, Bewdley

28^th February: Numberblock One: Meet & Greet – Hamleys Regent Street, London