Where to celebrate Halloween 2025 in London
London's top entertainment venues are pulling out all the stops for a seriously spooky Halloween
It’s October, and you know what that means: the one night of the year when adults can dress up and let loose is approaching. Whether you’re planning on hamming it up or paring it back on 31 October, prepare yourself for a thrilling time at some of the most ghoulish events happening on Halloween in London.
Haunted hideaway at L’oscar London, Holborn
This October, swap tricks for treats with a spooky family escape with L’oscar London’s Haunted Hideaway package. Including family accommodation for up to four guests, and available to book from 18-31 October, the whole family will love pumpkin cookies, spooky mocktails, a themed Trick or Treat dinner, and a pumpkin hunt with prizes. From ghostly turndowns to breakfasts with a spooky twist, every detail is designed for family fun (and a few chills).
For a more grown-up celebration, book L’oscar’s Saints and Sinners Halloween party on 31 October. Step into the shadows of The Baptist for a night where things get weird, wild, and wonderfully wicked, with live music from a themed Halloween rock band and performances by a mischievous contortionist. Drinks will flow, while a hot dog stand and roaming sweet trolley keep temptations close at hand. Priced at £49 per person, which includes your first cocktail, the dress code is darkly decadent, dramatic, and daring.
Visit loscarlondon.com
Halloween discos at Sea Containers, Strand
As darkness descends on Halloween, step into the shadows, sip on Grey Goose cocktails and dance the night away high above the city as 12th Knot transforms into a darkly decadent playground on 31 October. Kicking off at 7pm, the night will be headlined by urban DJ Mak 10 who will be serving up exclusive afro-house beats that will keep the dance floor moving all night long. Tickets cost £20 and include a welcome cocktail.
On 1 November, those with little ones in tow can get into the spooky spirit with a Halloween disco hosted by party planners Sharky and George on from 12pm. Hosted at 12th Knot, ‘mini monsters’ are encouraged to dance and play their way through two hours of expect epic dance-offs, interactive games and plenty of surprises, all set to a Halloween-themed soundtrack. Tickets start at £12 and children are encouraged to dress up in their scariest (or sweetest) costumes, while parents can enjoy a complimentary drink, soak up the skyline views or join in the fun themselves.
Visit seacontainerslondon.com
Halloween at Joia, Battersea
This Halloween, Joia, the Portuguese restaurant situated in art’otel London Battersea, will play host to a series of special events. On 29 and 30 October, and 2 November, Joia’s rooftop will transform into an open-air cinema where Halloween films – namely The Lost Boys, Ghostbusters, and Hocus Pocus – will play out against the power station and London skyline. The evening begins with a three-course Iberian-inspired meal featuring seasonal Portuguese dishes like beef pica pau with pickles, and classic Arroz de Marisco with bomba rice, red prawns, mussels and clams, before heading up to the rooftop for a cosy yet thrilling screening under the stars. Priced at £80 per person, cinema seats will be kitted out with blankets and hot water bottles while additional drinks are available to purchase at the rooftop bar.
Elsewhere on 31 October, Joia will host a Halloween Hollywood Horror Party, where guests are invited to come dressed as Hollywood icons of the past and enjoy a Fright Feast menu (£120pp), featuring dishes such as Txangurro spider crab with crispy breadcrumbs and white wine, or the Arroz Negro with grilled octopus and crimson prawns. After dinner, head downstairs to Pérola where the bar will come alive with performances by DJ Pao Pestana, vocalist Jojo Desmond, eerie showgirls, ballerinas and a Marilyn Monroe burlesque band. Toast the evening with devilishly good cocktails; our pick of the bunch is the Poisoned Apple made with Plymouth Dry Gin, Lillet Blanc, apple liqueur, soda and red wine.
Visit joiabattersea.co.uk
Femme Fatale and Discoteca Mortal at Madison, Bank
This Halloween, Bank’s favourite rooftop Madison – which boasts seriously Instagrammable views of St Paul’s Cathedral – will transform into the ultimate stage for two nights of rooftop revelry. On 31 October, step into Femme Fatale, a glamorous world of danger, desire and deception with DJs Megan Fernandez and Santana Oush keeping the beats spellbinding, or surrender to the rhythm at Discoteca Mortal on 1 November where DJ Juan delivers a sultry Cuban–West Indies blend of house and disco grooves. Tickets from £25.
Visit madisonlondon.net
King’s Road Halloween Dog Parade, Chelsea
In collaboration with Love My Human, King’s Road will launch its first Halloween dog parade on 1 November. Inspired by the legendary parades of New York, this King’s Road debut supports Therapy Dogs Nationwide and Pets As Therapy, and promises a joyful celebration of creativity, costumes, and canine charisma. Starting at Chelsea Theatre and finishing at Sloane Square, the parade will transform the King’s Road into a runway for dogs of all shapes and sizes dressed in their Halloween finest. You won’t want to miss it.
To add to the excitement, Ad Hoc London is offering 20 per cent off Halloween costumes for parade participants, while the first 50 dogs to arrive will receive a complimentary goody bag from Love My Human, and the best-dressed dog will win a hamper of Love My Human goodies and a complimentary grooming session.
Visit kingsroad.co.uk
Rowdy Halloween at Thirteen LDN, Soho
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On 31 October, Thirteen LDN at Chateau Denmark will host a stellar lineup of live cabaret, circus and music performances, celebrating Soho’s bold and spirited community. Set to the beats of resident DJ Jamie Moon, expect electrifying performances by world-renowned burlesque artist Turkish Delight, hula hoop sensation Storm Hooper and J’aiMime: Australia’s international farcical showgirl who has lit up stages from the iconic Sydney Opera House to Singapore’s Marina Bay Sands. Entry is free – enjoy!
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The Magic of Afternoon Tea at Vintry and Mercer, The City
Five-star hotel Vintry and Mercer has launched The Magic of Afternoon Tea just in time for Halloween. This spellbinding afternoon tea experience brings myths and magic potions to life, with both an adult and children’s version for wizard enthusiasts. Sweet treats include a wide variety of magical pastries such as the Excalibur – a white chocolate and mango cheese cake served with dry ice – and a Box of Bones creation which is made up of chocolate soil and bones and arrives with a miniature shovel for guests to dig to reveal a spooky surprise. Inspired by some of the team's favourite characters and stories, this is the perfect day out for all ages this Halloween.
Visit vintryandmercer.com
Scary Fish Inferno at Sexy Fish, Mayfair
On 31 October, Sexy Fish will transform into the Scary Fish Inferno for one night only in partnership with Don Julio 1942. Inviting guests to step into an underwater world, and priced at £100pp, the Inferno features hypnotic live performances, sets from global DJ Martin 2 Smoove, theatrical sea-born characters, cinematic soundscapes and striking installations.
Visit sexyfish.com
The Realm of the Unholy at Bacchanalia, Mayfair
Bacchanalia’s temple of art, mythology and indulgence at Apollo’s Muse will become The Realm of the Unholy for Halloween weekend. From 31 October until 1 November, guests will be transported to an immersive party of dark myth and divine chaos, featuring live performances and themed experiential moments inspired by ancient myths. On Friday, DJ Stryv will set the tone, followed by acclaimed DJ Diass on Saturday. Priced at £50 per person, expect interactive characters, atmospheric soundscapes, theatrical installations – and the unexpected.
Visit bacchanalia.co.uk
Ministry Doll Massacre at Ministry of Sound, Elephant and Castle
This Halloween, Ministry of Sound gets a monstrous makeover, replacing London’s infamous club with a haunted playground for the brave and the bold. On 1 November, ravers are invited to dress to distress and step inside a nightmare where the dancefloor comes alive with sets by radio selector, Monki, who will be joined by vocalist Alex Mills, Berlin-based Lovra and many more.
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Sinners party at Inca, Mayfair
This Halloween, South American-inspired dinner and dance restaurant Inca will host a terrifically terrifying immersive show: Inca Sinners. Running from 29 October until 2 November, Inca has taken inspiration from the world of temptation, darkness, and desire in the 2025 film Sinners to create its Halloween-scape, featuring live vocals from the film and reimagined spooky classics, alongside cinematic visuals and spine-tingling performances.
Alongside the energetic atmosphere, head chef Magno Rodriguez has created limited edition specials for Halloween week. Dishes include ceviche alla brasa featuring blood-red tiger milk, roasted sweet potatoes and charred avocado, as well as wagyu short ribs, Moqueca-style risotto, sweet beetroot ‘blood’ sauce and flaming savoy cabbage. End with the Tree of Temptation – a chocolate root tree topped with pink candyfloss canopy, chicha morada sauce and lucuma ice cream – and sample the collection of spooky Belvedere cocktails too.
Visit incalondon.com
Día De Los Muertos fiesta at Ixchel, Chelsea
Across Halloween weekend, Mexican restaurant Ixchel will host two distinct celebrations, bringing chef Ximena Gayosso Gonzalez’s contemporary cooking to the forefront, alongside electric after-party celebrations and Don Julio cocktails. The weekend of fun begins on 31 October with an evening of masked revelry, cocktails, and a four-course menu inspired by traditional Día de los Muertos dishes. Priced at £85pp, start with a Don Julio charred pineapple paloma, before moving through plates such as black aguachile with hand-dived scallops and mignonette, confit duck legs with mole negro, and pan de muerto with dark chocolate ganache to finish. After dinner, the celebration continues in the Nocturna Lounge, Ixchel’s late-night hideaway, with DJs playing late into the night and guests encouraged to don their best Día De Los Muertos attire.
Alternatively, on 2 November, enjoy a more relaxed celebration for £45pp. Live acoustic music sets the tone for a delicious meal featuring ink-battered soft shell crab taco with tamarind and chipotle, grilled chicken with mole negro served with tortillas, grilled leek and coconut focaccia and huitlacoche creamy rice and rajas con crema.
Visit ixchellondon.com
House of Macabre at Langan’s Brasserie, Mayfair
This Halloween, Langan’s Brasserie invites guests to step into the shadows of glamour and the grotesque as the venue transforms into a House of Macabre for one night. On 30 October, the Mayfair restaurant will host the Circus Macabre Halloween Party inspired by haunted carnivals, Victorian circus noir, and opulent gothic fantasy. Priced at £55 for members, or £75 for guests, entertainment includes contortionists, fire breathers, live dancers, alongside professional make-up artists offering circus-inspired transformations and the DJ booth being reimagined as a cursed ringmaster’s stage. Casamigos and Cîroc will take over the bar, serving up skull shots, tequila flights, sal de gusano pairings, and candy floss slushie cocktails.
Visit langansbrasserie.co.uk
Monster Ball at Bam Karaoke Box, Victoria
Bam Karaoke Box is taking inspiration from Mother Monster herself, Lady Gaga, to host a two-night karaoke Monster Ball inspired by her latest album Mayhem. On 31 October and 1 November, the Parisian-style townhouse will transform into the Mayhem Room in partnership with Belvedere featuring limited-edition cocktails, a Gaga-inspired food menu and spin-the-wheel prizes. Once inside, enjoy Monster Ball-themed live entertainment, including a DJ and open mic, before snapping a pic for the ‘gram in the mirror photo booth that’s plastered with Gaga quotes. A best dressed competition will also offer prizes for standout looks, including free karaoke rooms and Belvedere bottles.
Visit uk.bam-karaokebox.com
Halloween cocktails at NYX Hotel, Holborn
Take your Halloween celebrations sky-high at Nyx’s Glasshouse on the Roof bar, which has just launched an exclusive new partnership with Cazcabel Tequila. Kitted out with striking Dia de Muerto-inspired decor, The Glasshouse’s new cocktail menu comprises five spooky serves including Hocus Pocus – a silky, blend of Cazcabel Blanco Tequila, Baileys and peach, finished with a pumpkin-shaped cinnamon dusting – and the theatrical Haunted Jaws, combining Cazcabel Blanco Tequila, blue curaçao and elderflower, served with a playful ‘fake blood’ shot.
Fancy an all-out celebration? Nyx is also hosting two unmissable Halloween parties on 24 and 31 October. Tickets are £10 and include live entertainment, face-painting, and a complimentary welcome drink. Attendees are encouraged to dress to impress, with the best Halloween looks shared on social media winning a free stay at Nyx.
Visit designmynight.com
Rio After Dark at Sambaroom, The City
On 31 October, dress to impress in your most frightful attire and dance into the early hours at Sambaroom: Sushisamba’s seductive cocktail lounge situated on the 39th floor at 110 Bishopsgate. The space will be soundtracked by live DJ sets from Raven Mandella, Ben Cain and two surprise guest DJs, while the party will be fuelled by an array of curated cocktails in partnership with Patron and bar bites showcasing SAMBAROOM’s signature fusion of Brazilian, Peruvian and Japanese flavours. Book online for £25, or tickets are priced at £35 on the door.
Visit sevenrooms.com
Halloween party at Home House, Marylebone
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Renowned for its annual Halloween bash, Home House is the place to see and be seen on 31 October. The Marylebone-based private members’ club will transport guests into a realm of shadow and sorcery themed as the club’s three stunning Georgian townhouses transform into The Lost Forest. Dare to venture into House 21, a once-glorious circus now deserted and haunted by cursed performers, for a late-night disco in partnership with Belvedere. Priced at £110 for members or £130 for guests, pair with plenty of champagne and you’re in for an unforgettable night.
Visit homehouse.co.uk
Cocktail Experiments at Mr Fogg’s Apothecary, Mayfair
Mr Fogg’s Apothecary, located opposite Claridge’s, is inviting guests to channel a Victorian mad scientist with its Cocktail Experiments experience and menu. Hosted in the Elixir Room every Saturday, The Apothecary Pharmacists welcome eager apprentices, with a welcome cocktail, before the doctor prescribes you with a tincture designed to cure your ailments. Attendees can find a cure for PHeeling Blue by crafting the cocktail made using Grey Goose L’Original vodka, Bacardi Coconut rum, blue curaçao liqueur, lychee juice, coconut syrup and citrus essence. To ensure guests are of sound mind, they are tasked with creating a elderflower sparkling sipper, before moving onto a crafting their very own colour changing quaffable compound. All served alongside snacks, this is the ultimate Saturday afternoon.
Visit mr-foggs.com
Halloween silent disco at Control Room B, Battersea
On 31 October, Control Room B will be hosting their first ever silent disco. Priced at £25 per person, including a welcome cocktail, attendees will be treated to an evening of music and cocktails inside the power station's former control room that's will do a spooky theme. The full cocktail menu features the sinister Smooth Operator featuring Patrón Silver tequila, Chambord black raspberry liqueur, lychee purée and fresh lime juice and the Switchgear combining Smiling Wolf agave, chilli-infused agave syrup and fresh lime juice.
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Jack The Ripper Tour At Discount Suit Company, Aldgate
Mark Halloween in a truly spine-tingling way by retracing the streets stalked by grisly serial killer Jack the Ripper. Expert tour guide Simon Whitehouse has partnered with East London cocktail bar Discount Suit Company to offer special Ripper tours on 31 October. They start outside the bar (with a complimentary cocktail) before winding through the back allies of Whitechapel and Spitalfields and concluding back at Discount Suit Company for post-walk libations. Stick around after the tour to enjoy the bar’s new inventive cocktail list at a 20 per cent discount and indulge in Bad Moon Rising, mixing bourbon whiskey, Amaro Nonino, Amontillado sherry and maple, and the Ray Gun, made with mezcal, tequila, kiwi and Thai basil cordial, and club soda.
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