Best Halloween Events In Bournemouth

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By Talia Gilliham • Food, Drinks & Events Writer, DesignMyNight Talia has over 8 years of experience writing across hospitality and travel, including bylines in TimeOut. Last updated on 4th October 2026

Polish your fangs or dust off your broomstick, as this seaside hotspot has a boatload of spooky antics for October. Whether you fancy making your way to a circus-themed festival touting fire breathers and aerialists or quaffing creepy concoctions (think floating eyeballs), we've rounded up the best Halloween events in Bournemouth.




Old Skool BINGO Bournemouth Halloween Special

@ Lost Bournemouth on Sat, 31st Oct 2026 @ 18:00 - 21:00

Returning for another year with its Halloween special, Old Skool Bingo is one of the liveliest events around. Expect an evening of non-stop RnB and hip hop tunes from the 80s, 90s and 00s, as you get stuck into quirky rounds of bingo.

There are prizes up for grabs, as well as dance competitions and interactive games - with plenty of singing along too. Fancy dress is highly encouraged, with a contest for the best costume.

Steamhouse Rock Night!!

@ Brewhouse & Kitchen Bournemouth (Southbourne) on Sat, 31st Oct 2026 @ 20:00 - 1:00

Good luck finding a more affordable Halloween party to attend – and the entry price isn't even the best part. For just £3.30 you can join the Steamhouse Rock Night at Brewhouse & Kitchen, where pure rock music will be raising the roof until 1am. 

The DJ has got you covered with air guitar anthems from the very best, including Metallica, Bon Jovi, AC/DC, Guns N' Roses, Ozzy and more.

  • DJ
  • Tickets from £2.75 - £3.30

Halloween Special Live Music

@ The Sun Bournemouth on Sat, 31st Oct 2026 @ 20:00 - 22:00

The Sun is a versatile nightlife hub that knows how to light up any evening – and with their Halloween Special Live Music event, you can expect a night of entertainment that will put you in the mood for the spooky season. 

The tunes will be supplied by the Archie Ray, a singer and songwriter from Cornwall, whose multi-genre discography includes emotional soundscapes that are hauntingly touching – complementing the occasion perfectly. 

Halloween special quiz

@ The Sun Bournemouth on Sun, 1st Nov 2026 @ 20:00 - 22:30

The Sun are puting a spin on their regularly scheduled Sunday quiz with a themed edition that will see the spookiest team win.

Their Halloween Special Quiz will feature twists and turns as you answer challenging questions with plenty of fun to be had along the way – made better with the bar's wide variety of drinks on offer for all taking part.