Best Halloween Events In The UK

Whether you love it or hate it, there's no denying the spooky fun to be had come the 31st of October. From immersive club nights through to quirky-themed quizzes and drag brunches, there's something for all ghosts and ghouls during Halloween across the country. Dig out the fake fangs, dust off your cape, and polish the broomstick - these are the best Halloween events happening in the UK this 2024.

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Last updated on 26th September 2024




Oxford: Murder Mystery Dinner Party

@ Head of the River on Wed, 30th Oct 2024 @ 19:00 - 22:00

Make your way down to Folly Bridge in Oxford, where charming waterfront boozer Head of the River is hosting a fantastic Murder Mystery Dinner Party this October. This immersive, Agatha Christie-style event will test your detective skills, and you'll get to enjoy a delicious three-course meal while you're at it, all for only £45 per person. 

Glasgow: Sloans Halloween Murder Mystery: Murder on the Dancefloor

@ Sloans on Sun, 20th Oct 2024 @ 18:30 - 22:00

If you want to get seriously spooked and crack a case, snap up tickets to Sloans Halloween Murder Mystery: Murder on the Dancefloor. Taking place in the iconic Grand Ballroom and run by murder mystery experts Spirit of Glasgow, the event consists of actors performing a harrowing and spectacular storyline before turning to you for help. Now, let's set the sense: it's a Friday night in 1970 and something a little out of the ordinary is going on...

UK-Wide: Xclusivetouchuk

UK Halloween events for adults in 2024 are topped off by the selection from Xclusivetouch. Across London, Manchester, Glasgow, Birmingham and beyond, you'll find everything from Stranger Things-inspired nights out to immersive haunted house parties. Tickets start from just £10 each, and you can expect plenty of spooks along the way.

Cardiff: BIG NARSTIE DOES HALLOWEEN

@ Walkabout Cardiff on Sat, 26th Oct 2024 @ 21:00 - 3:00

The one and only Big Narstie is taking over Walkabout in Cardiff this Halloween weekend, for a spooky night of dancefloor-filling tunes. The lively city centre venue will be transformed into an eerie party venue that's open until 3am, and tickets cost just £10 per person. Even better? you can get your hands on three selected bottles of beer for a tenner all night long.

London: Rivoli Pop up Cinema

For some of the UK's best Halloween events, Rivoli Pop up Cinema are chock-full of the scariest film screenings all month. Along with themed cocktails, you'll be treated to classic movies such as The Shining, Hocus Pocus and The Rocky Horror Picture Show.

UK-Wide: Old Skool Bingo

Old Skool Bingo is throwing a series of Halloween specials across the UK on Saturday the 26th of October in the likes of Manchester, Bournemouth, London and more. Join them with tickets starting from £16 for an evening of all the greatest R&B and hip-hop hits, fun games, dancing competitions and plenty of prizes up for grabs, all hosted by a lively MC. 

UK-Wide: Popworld

At their venues in Wigan, Wolverhampton, Nuneaton and far beyond, there are all sorts of fun Halloween events going on at Popworld. Think daytime parties, neon raves and circus-themed nights promising DJs spinning spooky tunes throughout. You can also expect some cracking drinks deals across these locations, such as four shots of sambuca or tequila rose for just £9.

London: BLACK AT THE MANSION

@ Secret venue in Holborn, London on Sat, 26th Oct 2024 @ 21:00 - 4:00

Black at The Mansion is a mysterious event that takes place at a secret location Holborn, revealed only 48 hours before it starts. Expect over-the-top fancy dress from everyone, with prizes for the best costume. You can enjoy your second drink for free if you order before 10pm, but the party doesn't stop until 4am here - promising two live DJs playing across separate dancefloors, where you can boogie to the best of pop, hip hop, electro and more. 

London: Dreamtime

Want to get into horror events in the UK this 2024? London Dreamtime presents some spooktacular happenings, whether it's a ghost tour or a scary story session in the woods. Bring your friends and be prepared to scream.

Portsmouth: All Aboard for Murder

@ The Royal Maritime Hotel on Sat, 26th Oct 2024 @ 19:00 - 23:55

Taking place at The Royal Maritime Hotel in Portsmouth, All Aboard for Murder is a classy event with a sinister twist. The MV Mystery of the Sea is setting sail on its final voyage across the world, but beware, as there's a killer on the loose. While enjoying a sumptuous three-course meal, You'll work alongside the crew members to discover who the true killer is. And the best part? The whole things costs just £40 per person.

UK-Wide: The Brunch Club

One of the best Halloween events in the UK, The Brunch Club are featuring both an Emo Halloween Bottomless Brunch and a Disney Villains drag brunch across many different cities. Taking place in locations such as Leeds, Edinburgh and Brighton, the events are jam-packed with killer costumes, free-flowing drinks and much more.

Leicester: Halloween Drag Brunch

@ Rainbow & Dove on Sat, 1st Nov 2025 @ 12:00 - 16:00

If you're looking for a quirky party in Leicester, then check out the Halloween Drag Brunch at Rainbow and Dove. You'll get to enjoy two hours of unlimited themed cocktails, as well as a delicious meal served to your table while you sit back and watch the show. There'll be hilarious drag bingo to take part in, followed by tunes that are bound to have you on the dancefloor. And if that's not enough, you can continue partying until late, as the venue will be open for the rest of the evening.

London: West End Musical Halloween

@ Lyric Theatre on Mon, 28th Oct 2024 @ 19:30 - 21:30

If you're a theatre lover then you're not going to want to miss out on tickets starting from £20 per person to West End Musical Halloween at the Lyric Theatre. This ghoulish, seasonal instalment will feature performances from some of the top stars of the stage - expect dark songs from the likes of Sweeney Todd, The Rocky Horror Picture Show and more. Dress up in your spookiest outfit too, as the audience becomes a part of the all-singing all-dancing production.

Chelmsford: Drag Boozy Bingo - Halloween Special

@ Acanteen on Thursday 31st October 2024 and 2 other Thursdays

Found in the heart of Chelmsford, party bar Acanteen are hosting a Halloween edition of their popular Drag Boozy Bingo event. Talented queens Saffron and Ruby will take you through three hilarious rounds of bingo, for the chance to win some brilliant prizes. You can enjoy their mouthwatering dinner menu until 9pm, with quirky cocktails available all night long. 

London: DreadFlix

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

Get ready to scream your heart out this Halloween at DreadFlix, the ghoulish grown-up gathering hosted by The London Bridge Experience. As the big screen morphs into your scariest dreams, can you weather the spooky thrills and keep cool until the final scene? Your £31 pass gets you into an acclaimed fright fest tailored to push your bravery to the limit.

Glasgow: Sloans Halloween Murder Mystery: Witch One Dunnit?

@ Sloans on Sun, 27th Oct 2024 @ 18:30 - 22:00

Taking place in the Grand Ballroom on Sunday the 27th of October is Sloans Halloween Murder Mystery: Witch One Dunnit? Tickets start from £50 per person for an evening that'll require you to brush off your best detective skills and figure out what really went on during 1696 in the household of the Laird of Bargarran. 

Glasgow: Let's Do The Timewarp Again, Halloween Tribute Show

@ Arta on Sat, 2nd Nov 2024 @ 19:30 - 22:30

If you're a fan of things that go bump in the night then you're going to love Let's Do The Timewarp Again, the Halloween Tribute Show taking place at Arta in Glasgow. On Saturday the 2nd of November you'll be treated to a dazzling themed show that'll get you up and dancing after devouring a delicious two-course meal, accompanied by bubbles. If you don't want the night to stop then you'll be thrilled to know that tickets from £40 each also grant you free entry to the after party with DJ sets and live music. 

Healing: Healing Manor Halloween Supper Club

@ Healing Manor Hotel on Fri, 25th Oct 2024 @ 19:00 - 22:30

On Friday the 25th of October Healing Manor will be hosting a spooktacular supper club in its Barn Chapel. Think candle-lit tables and rustic beams to create an early yet cosy environment to devour a feast in. There'll be wine in abundance and the dinner will be created by senior chef John and chef patron Steven, with tickets starting from £65 per person.