Best Halloween Events In Balham 2026

• Why we recommend: this afternoon event is a great way to kick-start your Halloween, and it's much more than just a party too. You can get creative with your friends and leave with your very own painting to take home, all while enjoying a few drinks
• Location: 12 Balham Station Road, SW12 9SG
• When: 31st October, 1.30-4.30pm
• Price: from £34 per person

Don't Wake The Neighbours are hosting a Michael Jackson-themed edition of their popular paint and sip event this Halloween. Taking place at The Exhibit, it will see you painting this iconic pop star, known for the ultimate spooky tune Thriller.

All the materials and equipment you need will be provided, and there's a fully stocked bar to boot. What's more, they're dishing out prizes for the best dressed and the best painting.

• Why we recommend: there's so much going on at Exhibit this Halloween it's hard to keep track - from affordable horror film screenings to pizza-making and lively parties. Whatver you're in the mood for, it can be found here
• Location: 12 Balham Station Road, SW12 9SG
• When: throughout the Halloween period
• Price: from free

For a whole load of fun Halloween events in Balham, head to The Exhibit this October. This spacious bar is hosting a late-night party on the 31st, where there'll be killer tunes and a £250 bar tab for the best costume - and it's free to attend.

That's not all though, as earlier in the week their Deadly Breadly pizza-making class sees you making your own pizza from scratch while sipping prosecco. What's more, if you head to their cinema room you'll find film screenings of some of the biggest recent horror movies - think Backrooms, Obsession, Weapons and Sinners.

• Why we recommend: whether you're looking for a family-friendly or a strictly adults-only party, this lively pub has got them both come the 31st
• Location: 157 Balham High Road, SW12 9AU
• When: 31st October
• Price: free

Hagen & Hyde have got something for everyone this Halloween, with a kids' party in the afternoon, followed by an evening event for adults. The former features pumpkin carving and a DJ, with fancy dress encouraged.

Bring your costumes later on as well, as their party comes with a £50 bar tab for the best outfit. You can also expect live music and sepcial Halloween shots.

• Why we recommend: a completely free party with live music until late - what's not to like?
• Location: 21 Chestnut Grove, Balham, SW12 8JB
• When: 31st October
• Price: free

Head to The Regent for their Shocktober Fest Halloween Party this October, complete with plenty of spooky fun. There'll be live music from 9pm onwards, courtesy of No Limit Street Band.

Dress to impress in your creepiest costume, and get ready to dance the night away with your best mates.

• Why we recommend: this spacious bar has got all sorts of fun family activities during the day, followed by plenty of music, dancing and cocktails in the evening
• Location: 7-9 Ramsden Road, SW12 8QX
• When: 31st October
• Price: free

Spanning multiple rooms and floors, Balham Bowls Club has got something for everyone, including two Halloween parties this year. The first is a family-friendly event in the afternoon, complete with apple bobbing, pumpkin carving, craft tables and a kids' costume competition.

In the evening, the bar will be transformed into a terrifyingly good party, with themed cocktails, spooky decorations and live music. Dressing up isn't just for the kids either - there'll be a prize for the best dressed here too.