Immersive Halloween Events In London

It's the night when the ghosts and ghouls come out to play. As well as a hot roster of parties, our city has some seriously spooky experiences up its sleeve. From battling the horde at the best zombie experiences to nabbing tickets for devilishly fun burlesque celebrations, you can't go wrong when going beyond the standard dressing up and dancing at a club night. These immersive Halloween events in London are sure to scare socks off you, if you dare to take part.

Last edited by Lauren Cole

Last updated on 11th October 2024




Bunker 51

Bunker 51 is the place for action-packed zombie experiences in Greenwich, as the nuclear bunker-themed venue unleashes the hordes on your as part of their SWAT training. Expect one hour of laser tag while being chased by live actors.

Alcotraz London: Cell Block Two-One-Two

@ Alcotraz Penitentiary: London on Various dates from Tuesday 22nd October 2024

Go behind bars this Halloween and don a dashing orange jumpsuit with tickets to Alcotraz London: Cell Block Two-One-Two. The immersive, prison-themed bar brings you theatrical entertainment inspired by Hollywood and TV shows and requires you to smuggle your own liquor in past the Warden, in order to enjoy bespoke cocktails whipped up by inmates.

Jailbirds of Old London Halloween walking tour

@ Central Criminal Court on Sunday 27th October and Sunday 3rd November 2024

Set off from Central Criminal Court for the Jailbirds of Old London Halloween walking tour and learn some of the gruelling stories and history behind the city's trial and punishment legacy. Your guide, Miss D Meaner, will show you the scenes of the crimes and executions that took place in the early 1800s and 1900s, plus there'll be dramatic reenactments of a 22-year-old criminal mastermind, a murderous foster carer and more. Bag your tickets for £18.50 now and look forward to the two-and-a-half-hour adventure.

Sandbox VR London

The home of cutting-edge free-roam virtual reality experiences, Sandbox VR is perfect for ensuring you get quite a fright this Halloween. Hollywood motion capture cameras, 3D precision body trackers, and custom hardware on haptic suits transport you to the world of their Deadwood series - three instalments of zombie experiences, where you'll defend against the hoards using your chosen arsenal.

SATAN'S ROUT - A Halloween Ball Inspired by Mikhail Bulgakov's Master and Margarita

@ The Century Club on Sat, 26th Oct 2024 @ 20:30 - 1:30

The Prince of Darkness invites you to spend the evening waltzing and twirling about at Satan's Rout, a Halloween ball inspired by Mikhail Bulgakov's Master and Margarita. At The Century Club on Saturday the 26th of October, it brings live music, immersive installations, DJs, and cabarets, and tickets are £20 per person.

HALLOWEEN SPECIAL: Gods & Monsters

@ Circes on Saturday 26th and Thursday 31st October 2024

Looking for something a little different this Halloween? Then head to beautiful rooftop venue Circe's in Waterloo, where they're hosting a spooky bottomless brunch complete with immersive entertainment. Creepy characters like the snake-headed burlesque artists and a fish scaled singer will be roaming the terrace, while you tuck into tasty street food dishes and 90 minutes of unlimited prosecco, beer and cocktails.

The Dark CarnEvil Halloween Event at Ayllu – Dinner & Party

@ Ayllu on Sat, 26th Oct 2024 @ multiple start times (see ticket info)

After an immersive themed dinner party for your Halloween celebrations? The Dark CarnEvil at Ayllu has your back, spanning many courses of Japanese-Peruvian food with a spooky twist, alongside dancers weaving through the tables, fire performances to wow you, a spooky magician and tarot card readers too. Better yet, the haunted carnival experience continues until 3am at the DJ-led afterparty.

Make Believe: A Halloween Grotto

@ Studio 4 on Various dates from Thursday 24th October 2024

Scarehand Productions have two decades of experience bringing immersive theatre - combined with a love of all things horror - to their boundary-pushing events. Make Believe: A Halloween Grotto at Studio 4 is no different; a merging of nightmare and childhood memories in a land beyond the veil, making for a chilling Halloween experience complete with live actors.

DreadFlix

@ The London Bridge Experience on Various dates from Thursday 24th October 2024

The London Bridge Experience presents DreadFlix, an award-winning scare fest that takes you on a journey as you encounter famous characters from past horror films who plan on scaring and tormenting you like never before. You have one mission and one mission only: can you survive 'til the end credits roll? Tickets to this absolute scream fest start from £31, with the event lasting around 25 minutes and taking place from the 24th of October onwards. 

The Case of the Poisoned Chalice - An Immersive Cocktail Experience

@ The Mind Palace on Various dates from Wednesday 23rd October 2024

When in need of an immersive experience in London come Halloween, The Case of the Poisoned Chalice is bringing all the creepy cocktails. Defeat the manic mind of Moriarty's right-hand-man and separate the delish drinks from the deadly. This one's to die for. 

Bunga Halloween: Joker’s Playground

@ Bunga Bunga Covent Garden on Thursday 24th October 2024 and 5 other dates

Things are about to get a little spooky over in Covent Garden from Thursday the 24th of October at Bunga Halloween: Joker's Playground. Grab tickets from £38 per person, gather your mates and venture into the wicked and wonderful performance playground where all is not as it seems. Delight in an immersive dinner party featuring cocktails and pizza, and watch spine-tingling shows and hot entertainment. After dinner, there'll be the chance to get involved in a late-night karaoke session, plus DJs 'til late. Come dressed in your most glamorous, devilishly good outfit and channel your inner demons.

Fright Night Feast: The Dark Carnevil at Smith’s – Dinner & Party

@ Smith's Bar & Grill on Sat, 26th Oct 2024 @ multiple start times (see ticket info)

For your fix of immersive dining experiences this Halloween, look no further than British restaurant Smith's Bar & Grill, where a Fright Night Feast themed around The Dark Carnevil awaits. Think five courses on the spooky set menu, with dancers during dinner service, tarot cards readers, a magician and fire breathers making up the entertainment. Then continue until 3am at the afterparty.

Trapped

Will you become food for the undead as part of your zombie experience? That's exactly what Trapped in a room with a zombie has in store for you, as you race to find a hidden key within the room to escape - solving riddles and puzzles to find clues. This adrenaline experience is made all the more scary by the zombie trapped with you, whose chain will loosen an extra foot every 5 minutes.

Tales of the Strange - 1970’s Halloween

@ Studio Z on Thursday 31st October 2024 and 3 other dates

Brought to you by Ghost Newington, Studio Z is coming in hot with a creepy event located within a haunted railway arch. Enjoy scary signature sips while listening to tales by horror writer Jeffery Thrillerman. Plus, there will be show-stopping performances and a spine-tingling backdrop to boot. From the makers of Ghost Newington and The House of Dust comes a 1970s extravaganza (with an after party, of course) that'll transport you to another world, alongside great food from chef Danny Jack.

Mr Fogg's Halloween Murder Mystery

@ Mr Fogg's Residence on Saturday 26th October 2024 and 3 other dates

Dive into a realm of intrigue with Mr Fogg's Victorian Murder Mystery, featuring special Halloween events on the 26th and 27th of October, and the 2nd and 3rd of November. Grab your tickets for just £60 each, and get ready for an exhilarating two-hour immersive show that includes two signature cocktails.

Step back to 1873 at Phileas J. Fogg's stunning Mayfair residence, where a tragic twist unfolds amid the enchanting antique decor. Meet a cast of intriguing suspects like the enigmatic Sir Thomas Banks, the mysterious Lady Amelia Worthington, and the clever Dr. Edward Fairfax. Put on your detective hat and join in the fun as you unravel the mystery and solve the case.

Brasserie of Light

This Halloween, Brasserie of Light will be transformed into the spooky world of 'Psycho', with blood splatters on the wall, hand prints in the bathroom and each table receiving its very own Bates Motel key as a souvenir from the 21st of October to the 31st.

Turning into the infamous Bates Motel, it'll be offering two specially crafted Psycho-themed cocktails: the 78/52 Paloma (£15) and Mama's Boy Marg (£14). For dessert, you can tuck into It's Norman's Knife, featuring dark chocolate foam, Grenadine vermicelli, popping candy and chocolate soil.