Best Halloween Events In Newcastle 2026

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By scarlett welch • Editor, DesignMyNight Scarlett has covered the UK's best restaurants, bars and events for DesignMyNight since 2023. She holds an MA in Media & Journalism, with bylines in The Crack magazine and South London News, among others. Last updated on 8th October 2026

Discover the best Newcastle Halloween events for 2026 with our hand-picked guide to the area's freakishly fun forays. Whether you prefer tricks or treats, our lively home is sure to give you an epic fright night to remember.

Home to some of the most debaucherously spooky celebrations in the whole of the North, this city offers creepy cocktails, raucous themed club nights and unique goings-on at every corner.

Find out more about how we curated this guide in our Editorial Policy.

What To Do For Halloween In Newcastle 2026




1. Slug and Lettuce Newcastle Central

🍔 Midweek Eats - 1 Course & A Drink for £14 or 2 Courses & A Drink for £18 🥤

  • Location: 30 Grainger Street, NE1 5JG
  • When: throughout the Halloween weekend
  • Price: varies
  • Why we recommend: their seasonal cocktails are unbeatable, with past themes ranging from Willy Wonka to Disney's Hocus Pocus, and we're always excited to see what they've dreamed up

For a fun and affordable Newcastle Halloween party, hit up Slug and Lettuce - either in the city centre or Quayside. The cocktail bar will be sorting punters out with themed drinks, as well as a lively soundtrack to keep the party going until late.

And if that wasn't enough, they've also got a fantastic food menu to enjoy - including a fantastic bottomless brunch.

2. Bottomless Bonkers Ball

@ ChaChaBuchi / Howlers / The Social Bar & Club on Various dates from Friday 16th October 2026

  • Location: 28 - 32 Collingwood Street, NE1 1JF
  • When: 31st October and 1st November
  • Price: from £10
  • Why we recommend: this is a high-energy show that will get you in the spooky spirit, with affordable bottomless drinks too. For hilarious drag entertainment, this is always our go-to

Pair your ghoulish deeds with drag queens at Bottomless Bonkers Ball, a top choice of adult Halloween events in Newcastle. Think bingo, singalong karaoke, limbo and lip-sync battles, all while you tuck into pizza and wash it away with 90 minutes of unlimited booze at this party spot.

Show only ticket cost just £10, while unlimited drinks packages start at £39.99. And as it's Halloween, you can expect a few creepy twists as well.

3. Old Skool BINGO Newcastle Halloween Special

@ Stein Bier Keller Newcastle on Sat, 31st Oct 2026 @ 18:00 - 21:00

  • Location: 13 Big Market, Royal Building, NE1 1UN
  • When: 31st October
  • Price: from £19.80 per person
  • Why we recommend: fancy dress is practically mandatory, with the night culminating in a high-stakes costume runway where the most jaw-dropping, terrifying, or downright outrageous outfit will see one lucky punter crowned the ultimate King or Queen of the night

Looking for a Halloween night out that prioritises massive basslines over jump scares? Look no further. This October, the underground arches of Stein Bier Keller are swapping traditional oompah bands for a gloriously rowdy Old Skool Bingo party. 

Take the competitive tension of a classic bingo game and drop it directly onto a packed dance floor fueled by a relentless, nostalgic soundtrack of 80s, 90s, and 2000s RnB anthems. Steered by MC hosts who specialise in orchestrating venue-wide singalongs and spontaneous on-stage dance-offs, this is highly interactive, tongue-in-cheek clubbing at its best.

4. Haunted House Party Halloween Brunch - Flight Club Newcastle

@ Flight Club Newcastle on Sat, 31st Oct 2026 @ multiple start times (see ticket info)

  • Location: 22 Nelson Street, NE1 7AP
  • When: 31st October
  • Price: £38 per person
  • Why we recommend: for an afternoon filled with competitive fun, bottomless pizza and plenty of booze, you can't go wrong with this spooky brunch

If friendly competition with a spooky twist is your thing, head to Flight Club's Haunted House Party Halloween Brunch. Here, you'll get 60 minutes of social darts on the venue's interactive boards, as well as two hours of unlimited pizza.

On arrival, you'll be treated to a themed Bacardi cocktail, before enjoying either four beers or a full bottle of prosecco each. There'll also be live DJs providing the Halloween tunes, and don't forget your fancy dress either - there are prizes for the best dressed.

5. Be At One Newcastle

  • Location: 39-47 Westgate Road, NE1 5SG
  • When: October 2026 
  • Price: varies
  • Why we recommend: not only are they serving up affordable themed cocktails here, but they're aslo promising a brilliant night out on the 31st

Looking for a fun night out with themed cocktails? Be At One are bringing you a special menu for the Halloween period, including unique tipples like the Midnight Monster, a Caffeinated Creature or a Frankenfizz - as well as spooky shots.

On the 31st, they'll be serving these cocktails for just £7 until 6pm. What's more, you can dance the night away to all your favourite tunes on Halloween night.

6. Alvinos

  • Location: 88 Pilgrim Street, NE1 6SG
  • When: throughout the Halloween weekend
  • Price: varies
  • Why we recommend: they serve affordable cocktails and there's always a good atmosphere here - exactly what you're after for a spooky night out in the Toon

Get into the spirit of Halloween at Alvinos. The retro-inspired bar knows how to dress up for the occasion; previous seasons have seen them take on haunted beach themes, complete with cocktails and epic decor. Head down to see what the bar has in store this year.

When you're not boogieing among eerie surrounds, head to the bar for some seriously affordable cocktails.

7. Murder Mystery Night

@ Mother Mercy - Cloth Market on Thu, 29th Oct 2026 @ 18:30 - 23:00

  • Location: The Old George Yard, 44 Cloth Market, NE1 1EE
  • When: Thursday 29th October 2026 
  • Price: £19 per person
  • Why we recommend: Mother Mercy transforms its atmospheric Cloth Market cocktail basement into a chilling, candlelit murder mystery experience complete with supernatural tales, hidden clues, and signature drinks

Enter the shadows this Halloween for Death by Candlelight: Halloween Special at Mother Mercy on Thursday 29th October. From 6.30pm, Newcastle's premier cocktail bar plays host to an immersive evening of ghost stories and suspense as a tale of mystery unfolds around you.

When the eerie Woman in Black makes her sudden appearance, guests are thrust into a live-action investigation to uncover the truth - is it a supernatural omen or a cunning killer in plain sight?

Frequently Asked Questions

When is Halloween 2026 and what's on in Newcastle?

Halloween 2026 falls on Saturday 31st October — and Newcastle is one of the North's biggest cities for celebrating it. From themed club nights and drag-hosted parties to creepy cocktail bars, the city goes all-out across the full Halloween weekend. Check our guide above for the latest hand-picked events happening in Newcastle this year.

Do I need to book Halloween events in Newcastle in advance?

Yes — for the most popular events, booking ahead is strongly recommended. Newcastle is one of the North's biggest party cities, and ticketed Halloween nights sell out well before 31st October. Lots of events are ticketed, so securing your spot early is essential to avoid missing out.

What types of Halloween events are on in Newcastle?

Newcastle's Halloween scene covers a wide range of experiences, including:

  • Drag-hosted party nights — the Bottomless Bonkers Ball at ChaChaBuchi / Howlers / The Social Bar & Club combines bingo, singalong karaoke, limbo, lip-sync battles, pizza, and 90 minutes of unlimited drinks, with a Halloween twist on the usual show.
  • Themed cocktail bars — Alvinos is a retro-inspired bar that goes all-out for Halloween with themed décor and affordable cocktails.
  • Club nights and parties — across the city's venues throughout the Halloween weekend.
Do I need to wear a costume to Halloween events in Newcastle?

Fancy dress is widely encouraged across Newcastle's Halloween events, and at many ticketed nights it's a big part of the atmosphere. The Bottomless Bonkers Ball at ChaChaBuchi / Howlers / The Social Bar & Club actively encourages guests to dress up for the Halloween edition of the show. For bar-based events like Alvinos, fancy dress is optional but adds to the fun. Always check individual event pages for any specific dress code requirements before booking.