Spooky things to do in London this Halloween

Looking for the perfect way to embrace the spookiest season with your friends? From an eerie garage rave to a chic tour of London’s most haunted pubs, we’ve curated an exclusive list of the most stylish and spine-tingling Halloween activities. Get ready to celebrate in true fashion-forward style this October!

The London Dungeons Tour: Halloween Special

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The London Dungeons is one of the city’s most popular landmarks, and Halloween is the perfect time to visit. Through live-acting retellings, The London Dungeons bring to life the city’s perilous past, transporting you to the 1800s when the plague was ravaging the streets. You’ll even experience what a bustling Victorian pub was like, with overflowing pints on offer. Halloween at The Dungeons includes two spine-chilling events: witness the exorcism of Peter Moore or venture into 50 Berkeley Square – said to be the most haunted house in England. You’re guaranteed a variety of thrills and chills this Halloween in the city.

Swingers Crazy Golf

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Swingers is stepping up its Halloween game this year with an unmissable “Spooky Week” event from 27th October to 2nd November. Both their City and West End venues will be transformed into haunted playgrounds, offering a chilling atmosphere with eerie decor, live DJs, and a selection of themed food and drinks. Guests can look forward to Halloween cocktails like the Bloody Daiquiri and the Ghoul’s Night Out, alongside mouth-watering street food from vendors like Pizza Pilgrims and Patty & Bun. 

There’s an exciting 2-for-1 deal on Halloween cocktails, making it a great spot for those wanting a fun, social activity that blends crazy golf with all the spooky, festive flair of the season. Whether you’re there for the golf, the creepy ambience, or to take advantage of the exclusive offers, Swingers promises a unique and unforgettable Halloween celebration.

Clink Prison Museum

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Clink Prison housed infamous inmates from the 12th century to 1780 and is renowned as one of England’s oldest and most notorious prisons. Visitors can choose from a variety of guided tours, learning about the crimes of the inmates and delving into the social, religious, and geographic issues of the time. The Clink tours go above and beyond, offering the chance to handle original artefacts from the prison, making it a Halloween experience like no other.

Nightmare in Kings Cross

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Get ready for the spookiest night of your life at Club Scala’s Nightmare in Kings Cross! This iconic London hotspot is turning up the heat this Halloween with a killer mix of hip-hop, RnB, drill, and trap across three epic rooms. Slip into your fiercest costume and dance the night away.

Halloween Open Screening

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Looking for a more upscale Halloween event? Rivoli Ballroom’s Halloween 70s and 80s night offers the perfect chance to unearth your inner zombie. If you love dressing up, fake blood, and platform shoes, this event is for you. The Rivoli Ballroom, one of London’s last remaining 1950s ballrooms, provides a vintage backdrop for a spooky spectacle. It has even been featured in major productions like BBC’s Strictly Come Dancing, The Muppets, and Avengers. Unleash your inner film star for a night of spooky dance moves and unforgettable memories.

Wandsworth Common Halloween Beer and Cider Festival

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The Wandsworth Common Halloween Beer and Cider Festival features over 100 cask ales and 25 ciders, making it South London’s largest independent beer festival. Tickets are £15, and live music is promised on Friday and Saturday. With spooky decorations and food stalls, it’s the perfect spot to celebrate Halloween with a pint in hand amidst a Gothic setting.

Jack The Ripper Tour

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Step into the Autumn of 1888 and relive the mystery of one of London’s most notorious serial killers. The Jack the Ripper Tour takes you to the crime scenes where this elusive figure committed his heinous crimes. Guided by internationally recognized experts, you’ll peruse the cobbled alleyways and imagine life during a time that left a haunting mark on London’s history. The tour, structured like an investigation, will make you feel like a Victorian detective. It’s a thrilling journey through 130 years of mystery this Halloween.

Ghost Bus Tour

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Take a spooky ride on one of London’s most iconic buses, transformed for Halloween. The Ghost Bus Tour offers a whirlwind journey through some of London’s most haunted landmarks. With nine different stops, including Trafalgar Square, Buckingham Palace, and the London Eye, this family-friendly event is a great way to explore the city. Adult tickets start at £25, with children’s tickets from £17.

The Haunted London Pub Tour

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London’s pub culture takes on a dark twist with the Haunted London Pub Tour. Visit four of the most paranormally active pubs in the city while uncovering the eerie history behind London’s street names. Haunted pub-goers can explore the venues between walks through sinister side streets and passages. Film fans will love seeing churches featured in Sherlock, Four Weddings and a Funeral, and Shakespeare adaptations.

Halloween Rave

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Glitter and ghosts – what could go wrong? Glitterfest’s Halloween rave calls all fancy dress ravers to join the party. Held at Outernet on Charing Cross Road, this six-hour event boasts state-of-the-art sound and lighting. Whether you’re into RNB, hip hop, garage, or bashment, there’s something for everyone. But remember – fancy dress is strictly required, or you’ll be denied entry. Tickets start at £21, so grab yours before they sell out!

Escape Rooms

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For a spine-tingling Halloween adventure, AIM Escape in London offers immersive escape rooms that are perfect for thrill-seekers. Choose from eerie themes such as Psychopath’s Den, where you’re trapped in the lair of a deranged killer, or Spy Heroes, where a covert mission goes dangerously wrong. With intricate sets and heart-pounding scenarios, AIM Escape delivers a chilling challenge, perfect for embracing the spooky season this Halloween.