Halloween and spooky season is on the way and here's our roundup of the best fun to have with your family or friends in the UAE.
Halloween at Legoland
Lord Vampyre has taken over LEGOLAND between the 12th of October and 3rd of November and you can enjoy a seriously spooky sleepover. Guests will enjoy a Halloween-themed room, limited-edition bags and bottles, Halloween Lego and even a personalised letter from Lord Vampyre himself. On-site, there will be fun activities for the littles including the Brick or Treat Trail or the Monster Colouring Competition. And lots more.
For more information: Legoland.com / 04 820 0000.
Festival of Fright at IMG Worlds of Adventure
IMG Worlds are celebrating Halloween all month long with their Festival of Fright. There will be spooky décor, haunted houses and scary surprises around the park. As well as the usual rides, you can attempt to escape the mazes, roam around graveyards and even wear your best costume. Prices from AED 165.
For more information: Imgworlds.com /04 403 8888.
Times Square Center hosts a Broomstick Halloween Ball
Dubai’s favourite community mall, Times Square Center, will host a haunting Halloween Event between October 24th to 27th. Follow the yellow brick road to Halloween and enjoy four days of family-friendly thrills and chills, running daily from 12pm to 7pm across key areas on the Mall Ground and First Floors. Get ready for a cauldron of family-friendly excitement with thrilling activations that include tricks, treats, crafts, costume fun, and exciting prizes valued up to AED 7,000!
Event Highlights:
Meet Magic Phil: Experience interactive performances and engaging shows with beloved characters.
Enchanting Storytelling: Enjoy delightful tales featuring Glinda the Good Witch and the Wicked Witch of the West on stage.
Trick-or-Treat Extravaganza: Don’t forget your bags for a mall-wide trick-or-treat event filled with delightful surprises.
Costume Competition: Show off your creativity and style for a chance to win exciting prizes in this family-friendly contest.
Arts & Crafts Station: Get crafty with Halloween-themed activities suitable for kids of all ages.
Games and Prizes: Participate in a variety of games and activities that promise fun and awesome prizes for everyone.
For the latest updates and event details, visit www.timessquarecenter.ae
Spooky and Fun-Filled Halloween Cinema Night at Ella’s Eatery
Ella's Eatery on Palm Jumeirah invites you to a hauntingly fun and family-friendly celebration. Join them for at their spooky special Halloween Cinema Night on October 31 and November 1 from 3pm to 7pm. With thrilling kids’ cinema screenings, a popcorn cart, and exciting face painting activities, it’s the perfect way for families to enjoy the spooky season.
For reservations: 04 557 0984.
Legoland x Sea Breeze
LEGOLAND Dubai has teamed up with the beach spot Sea Breeze to create a spooky beach event for one-day-only. With loungers cabanas and day beds, the whole family can come and experience the Halloween-themed performances. Hop in the vintage photo van and snap a scary selfie, before hanging out with the LEGOLAND characters - including Lord Vampyre himself. Join it on Saturday 5th October at Sea Breeze, The Beach JBR.
For more information: legoland.ae.
Unravel the Mystique of 'REDRUM' this Halloween at SUSHISAMBA Dubai
For Halloween SUSHISAMBA invites guests to experience the ultimate night of mystery, dark desires and allure with “REDRUM” (which spells MURDER backwards), as they host an exclusive Halloween party hosted in their SAMBAROOM. Back by popular demand, this highly anticipated event, inspired by Eyes Wide Shut, promises to be bigger and better than ever before on Thursday 31st October between 10.30pm and 2am.
Guests are invited to embrace the night’s mysterious ambiance by dressing in Halloween Chic attire —think masks, dark elegance, and a dash of glamour for the perfect Eyes Wide Shut look.
To make a reservation, call +971 4 278 4888 or email reservations@sushisambadubai.com.
The Strand’s Spooktacular Halloween Retro Family Brunch
Get ready for a spooktacular experience at The Strand’s Halloween Retro Family Brunch on Palm Jumeirah. Mark your calendars for November 2nd from 11am to 4pm as The Strand undergoes a spooky transformation into a wonderland of fun. Indulge in mouthwatering All-American cuisine, refreshing drinks, and enjoy live entertainment for the entire family. For three hours, adults can indulge in five breakfast dishes, accompanied by coffee, tea, water, and free-flowing alcoholic beverages for only AED 250. For those driving, a non-alcoholic package is available for AED 125. Adults can enjoy a variety of brunch classics with a Halloween twist. From the pumpkin hollandaise eggs benedict to the chorizo and pumpkin hash or the signature fried chicken and pumpkin waffles with house-made chipotle honey, there’s no shortage of flavourful, seasonal delights. Sweet lovers can dive into retro-inspired treats like the bourbon street pancakes with bananas and pecans or retro waffles with strawberries, bananas, and butterscotch ice cream.
Kids are in for a treat with their very own specially curated menu. For just AED 50, the little ones can enjoy a main dish, juice, and a dessert. Whether they’re in the mood for Battered Cod and Fries, Penne Alfredo, or Fried Chicken, there’s something for every palate. And no Halloween brunch would be complete without a sweet finish—kids can choose from vanilla, strawberry, or chocolate ice cream, or enjoy a sweet slice of San Sebastian cheesecake with hazelnut nougat sauce.
For reservations: 04-430 221.
Fright Nights at Motiongate
Motiongate Theme Park is bringing back its Fright Nights from the 1st of October, where you can try and escape from a horror maze, watch the Halloween themed shows, meet the cast of Hotel Transylvania and even check out some spooky snacks. From AED 295 per person.
For more information: dubaiparksandresorts.com / 04 820 0000.
Trader Vic's Madinat Presents a Spooktacular Dia de los Muertos Celebration
Trader Vic's Madinat invites guests to an appealing Dia de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) celebration on Thursday, October 31st, from 20:30pm onwards. The venue will be transformed into an intriguing wonderland, setting the stage for an unforgettable night. Guests can enjoy the sounds of the costumed resident band, have their faces painted by professional artists from 20:00 to 23:00, and participate in voting for the annual staff pumpkin carving contest.
For reservations and more information, please contact here.
Extra-terrestrial Wonderland at Riverland
This Halloween, Riverland has been taken over by aliens, transforming it into an extra-terrestrial wonderland. From the 2nd of October, watch neon aliens take to the streets for a dance every Wednesday to Sunday, as well as a neon laser show. AED 15 per person. Tues-Sun 12.30pm-7pm.
For more information: dubaiparksandresorts.com / 800 2629464.
Spooky Three-Day Weekend At The Stables
Dubai’s iconic British gastropub, The Stables, is hosting "The Spooky Stables" Halloween event from 1st to 3rd November 2024. Over the three days, enjoy a thrilling lineup including Freaky Friday Ladies Night, a Murder Masquerade Ball, and a Trick and Treat Family Brunch. The event will feature live entertainment, spooky cocktails, and a Halloween-themed menu!
For reservations: 054 417 7028
MIKA Halloween Night Brunch
Prepare for an unforgettable evening at MIKA’s Halloween Night Brunch! Located in the heart of Yas Marina, MIKA will be celebrating the spooky season with a night filled with culinary delights, eerie ambiance, and live entertainment. The Halloween Night Brunch promises a three-hour extravaganza, featuring a curated menu that combines MIKA’s signature Mediterranean flavors with a Middle Eastern twist. With live music by DJ James, MIKA will transform into a haunted haven, blending luxury dining with a vibrant, festive spirit.
Spooky Brunch at Sola Jazz Lounge
Between 31st October and 2nd November, Sola Jazz Lounge at Raffles The Palm, transforms into a mysterious enclave, inviting guests to revel in the Halloween spirit. Adorned with eerie decorations and accompanied by live music, this vibrant space sets the stage for a memorable experience. Guests can indulge in a carefully curated brunch menu complemented by creative Halloween-themed cocktails, starting at AED 449 per person.
For reservations: 04 248 8888 / https://www.raffles.com/thepalm-dubai/.
Toddle’s Halloween Carnival 2024: A Spook-tacular Celebration for Kids & Families
Toddle, the UAE’s leading edutainment brand, will be hosting the Toddle Halloween Carnival 2024. Taking place from Friday, October 18 to Sunday, October 20, at Ivy’s Secret Garden in Al Quoz, Dubai, this family-friendly event promises a fun-filled and educational experience for children all ages. Tickets are priced at AED 165, which includes entry for one child and one adult.
The event will offer children a variety of engaging activities, from spooky science experiments and magic shows to slime-making and Halloween crafts. The carnival will also host a costume competition where kids can showcase their best Halloween outfits and win exciting prizes. With complimentary cotton candy and popcorn for every child and plenty of photo-worthy moments, it's set to be a Halloween to remember. Families can also enjoy paid activities like pumpkin carving and cookie decorating while indulging in live entertainment, themed treats, and take-home goodies. With only 60 spots available per session, tickets are expected to sell out fast, so early bookings are highly encouraged.
To purchase tickets, visit https://toddle.ae/.
Halloween at The Green Planet™ Dubai
From Sunday, 20th October to Sunday, 3rd November, The Green Planet™ Dubai will transform into an exciting Halloween playground, offering brave little explorers and their families an unforgettable adventure through the indoor rainforest. The new Haunted Rainforest dares visitors to embark on an exciting quest to discover the biodome’s most unique plants and animals, including slithering snakes, creepy cockroaches, scaly reptiles, and more. Visitors can explore the biodome’s 3,000 plants and animals across four immersive levels, each filled with thrilling interactions and startling surprises.
The truly curious can gather around the Kapok Tree for fun and educational Spooky Tales, bringing the legends and mysteries of the rainforest and its animals to life. Young visitors can unleash their creativity with sustainable arts and crafts activities, creating eco-friendly souvenirs while celebrating Halloween and learning about sustainability. Tickets start from AED 135.
Get Spooky at Loco Bear this Halloween
Ghosts, ghouls and game-loving superheroes are invited to creep around Loco Bear for their epic Halloween Week. Loco Bear is taking the spooky season to new heights with an exclusive and exciting offer. From October 28th to November 3rd, daring guests who arrive in outlandish costumes and spend AED 300 or more on games will unlock an extra 25% bonus credit, amplifying their ghoulish fun at Loco Bear. Friends and families are encouraged to embrace the Halloween spirit by donning their favourite scary, heroic or villainous costumes and unleash their creativity while they conquer the park’s activities in bizarre ways. All age groups are welcome to be part of this exciting week of festivities.
Spooktacular Halloween Ladies’ Night at Un Dimanche à Paris
Un Dimanche à Paris, the French restaurant at Bluewaters Island, announce a spine-chilling twist to its popular ladies' night. On Thursday, October 31, from 7pm onwards, the restaurant will transform into a haunted Parisian hideaway for an unforgettable Halloween celebration. Ladies are encouraged to don their most creative costumes, with the best dressed winning a special prize. The night's special offer includes 3 drinks for just 100 AED, along with a 25% discount off the entire food menu! A highlight of the evening is the Halloween-themed cocktail, the "Pumpkin Potion," priced at 45 AED and included in the ladies' night drink selection.
Family-friendly Halloween at Rixos Al Bahr on Marjan Island, Ras Al Khaimah
Halloween is just around the corner and the all-inclusive and family-friendly resort in Ras Al Khaimah — Rixos Bab Al Bahr, has some treats in store with their Pirates of Circus theme. The resort promises a spooktacular experience for the whole family, where guests can dive into a world of pirate escapades, eerie delights, and Halloween magic:
Pirates of Circus Dance Show - Making its grand debut on Halloween night, the Pirates of the Circus dance show will enthrall guests of all ages with its captivating mix of acrobatics, pirate-inspired theatrics, and mesmerising performances.
A Pirate’s Paradise at Rixy Kids Club - The little ones are in for a treat as Rixy Kids Club transforms into a pirate’s paradise. The Pirates of Circus theme runs through exciting workshops, arts and crafts, face painting, pumpkin carving, spooky competitions, trick-or-treat tours, and a special kids’ show. With activities for children and parents, Rixy Kids Club will be the place to be for witches, goblins, and pirates!
Feast at Seven Heights - Indulge in a Halloween feast at the resort’s all-day diner, Seven Heights, where the buffet transforms into a pirate’s banquet. With spooky-themed dishes and creative Halloween décor, the culinary team will conjure up a delightful menu to satisfy every guest.
Inferno Club Halloween Party (16+) - The festivities continue with a one-night-only Halloween party at Inferno Club. Open to guests 16+, this exclusive event will feature thrilling entertainment, pulsating beats, and a fun night as guests show off their best costumes and dance the night away.
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