10 Fun Things To Do For Halloween In 2025

Need ideas for Halloween? We've got a few spooky numbers to keep in mind.

When looking for fun things to do for Halloween, it can be pretty overwhelming. There are absolutely tons of events on, and it can be hard to pick which one to go to. So time to pick a costume, and get spooky.

To save you time and energy scouring the web, we've rounded up the most exciting fun things to do for Halloween this year to get you excited and planning for the spooky season ahead.

1. Halloween club nights

If you're into dressing up and just want a boogie, the first thing you should do is give your go-to club a search and see if they're doing any events, we can almost guarantee they will be!

Drumsheds in London is becoming one of the most iconic venues in London since it opened back in 2023. With a list of events on, they know how to host a memorable evening. This Halloween they have an special event on and with your Drumsheds Student Beans discount you can get 25% off it as well as other upcoming events.

LEVEL Nightclub in Liverpool has a Freaky Friday event (where dress-up is highly encouraged)!

If singalong isn't the spooky scene that you're into, during the weekend at The Warehouse Project, DJ Marlon Hoddstadt's is hosting a "Party of the Year" event with acts such as Horsegirl, X Club and much more.

So, if the house, techno and rave scene are what you're after, tickets start at £49.50 on the Ticketmaster.

2. London Bridge

If you're less of a party goer and want to get spooked in a historical setting... there are some more events for all the horror wh0res out there. Plus, Halloween in London is truly a fantastic experience.

Descend into the lower vaults of the London Bridge where The London Tombs await. Here they're hosting a "Zombie for A Day" event where you can receive a creepy transformation into a zombie as a professional artist applies FX makeup, ready to unleash you out into London.

Tickets start from £85 per person – this will definitely be a memorable event!

3. London Dungeon

Another solid Halloween in London idea has to be The London Dungeon. It's an attraction that goes across the minds of many during Halloween.

The London Dungeon is a tourist attraction along London's South Bank, which recreates various gory and macabre historical events in a gallows humour style. It uses a mixture of live actors, special effects and rides, so there's something for everyone to enjoy.

Plus, they have some unique shows on too. This Halloween edition presents "Dracula: A Victorian Nightmare", all about the infamous Jack the Ripper in Whitechapel back in the year 1886. This show is running from 16th October – 3rd November. Currently it's included in a standard ticket purchase (from £32 when booked online). But get a booking now to avoid disappointment.

4. Cinema nights

Want to enjoy some classic (and new) horror as opposed to walking through an attraction for a fright? We'd say this is a lighthearted option, but it depends on what you choose to watch...

Major cinema outlets such as Odeon, Vue and Cineworld will often showcase scary films throughout October. Be sure to check out your local listings to see what's on.

And if you want to really immerse yourself in the world of horror films, Everyman is also screening some of the most classic horror films in existence from Psycho to Scream. With their cosy sofa setting – you're guaranteed to be comfortable and fully engrossed in the film.

5. Spookyworld

Up in Warrington is Spooky World, which has 8 spooky attractions guaranteed to make you scream, from the Evil Carnevil Freakshow and the Field of Screams to The Haunting House of Horrors and the Haunted Hayride through the woods.

While dress-up is encouraged, no full face masks or full face makeup is allowed. We can only assume this is for your own safety and you may be denied entry if not following this rule!

Tickets start from £34 and vary in price depending on the night you pick. But be warned, if you scare easily, this might take you over the edge.

6. Theme parks

Theme parks are the ultimate way to spend Halloween, particularly for those who love the adrenaline rush. Here are our favourite theme parks to consider when looking for Halloween activities:

Alton Towers: Scarefest

Alton Towers at Halloween is truly special. In fact, Alton Towers Scarefest which has been running for over 15 years is it's fun-packed Halloween event filled with a ton of spooky activities and rides. Daring guests can face head-spinning, hair-raising rides and attractions in the darkness including Wicker Man and the Alton Towers Dungeon.

A day pass is £42 if booked in advance online, however, there are five themed accommodation options if you want to make a weekend out of the experience.

Make sure to use your Alton Towers student discount to get even more off your ticket!

Thorpe Park: Fright Nights

From epic roller coasters to scary mazes, Thorpe Park's Fright Nights has it all. And don't worry if you don't want to get spooked, all other rides are open as usual.

They've also partnered with Darkfield to bring about a brand new and BRAND-NEW "out-of-this-world" scare experience. The immersive attraction will transport you into deep space using high-tech audio technology and special effects. After boarding "The Terminal", you'll be escorted to your private pod to put on your headphones. We won't spoil the rest...get a booking now to avoid disappointment on the day.

7. Warner Bros Studios: Making of Harry Potter

During the months of September through to November, Warner Bros Studios: Making of Harry Potter and the Dark Arts has returned to the studio. It allows you to step into the iconic sets from the Harry Potter film series such as the Great Hall, albeit in a spookier setting, with over 100 pumpkins floating above, the lights dimmed and stage set for the Halloween season.

If you love Harry Potter but want something a little more low-key, this experience is definitely worth it. Prices start at around £58.50.

8. Immersive experiences

Ghost walks

Ghost walks are storytelling tours of a particular place. You may not necessarily get scared, but you will definitely feel some eeriness upon learning about various events that took place. Here's a few ghost walking tours that might take your fancy:

Horror-nation Street

A play on Coronation Street, the original set is transformed into a spooky one throughout the month of October. You'll get a chance to revisit ghosts of the storyline's long history, including the villains!

Tickets start from £28, and is definitely worth the visit if you're a fan of the show!

The Real Mary King's Close

Are you a student at Edinburgh or want to venture over to experience one of the UK's best (and creepy) attractions? Step beneath Edinburgh's Royal Mile and uncover The Real Mary King's Close, a preserved network of underground streets frozen in time. You'll explore the city's creepiest history, from plague tales to ghostly legends, all guided by costumed characters who bring Edinburgh's darker side to life. It's a spine-tingling mix of history and horror, perfect for students who love a scare with a side of storytelling.

Escape rooms

There are escape rooms all across the country with a ton of themed rooms you have to escape from. Most of them are creepy all-year round too! Here's two escape room Halloween ideas:

Halloween Escape Room Challenge — AgeUK

Want the challenge of an escape room while helping a charitable cause? AgeUK are hosting its own spooky escape room you can partake in. There are two rooms, two teams and one winner...

It takes place on Saturday the 29th October 2022, at 2pm at Cluedini Yarm. The fee to take part is £10pp plus a minimum of £70pp sponsorship.

9. Drive-in cinema

Now, if you're into horror movies but also love a good immersive scare, Scare City 2.0 – one of Europes largest scare attractions – might be the event you've been looking for! This immersive drive-in cinema experience at Soccerdome will include an interactive scare-zone whilst playing films like A Quiet Place II.

These drive-in cinema events are scattered all over the UK, from Bristol, Cambridge and Leeds to Sheffield, Stoke and Teeside being just a few 'full car' prices start from just £29.50 so what are you waiting for? Start gathering your friends already!

10. Pumpkin picking

Our final and most wholesome Halloween suggestion is all things Pumpkin picking fun! Pick your own pumpkins to use as decorations for your student dorm, or have a night of pumpkin carving altogether. Perfect for Halloween celebrations!

Tons of pumpkin farms around the UK host family-friendly, insta-pic-worthy pumpkin carving in October so, get texting that one friend that has a car. You'll need to have a look in your local area to find a pumpkin patch, though.

So, whether you want to be scared out of your wits, jump around in your seat, or carve some pumpkins, don't be afraid to lift your spirits this October!

If none of these suggestions offered you love at first bite, simply use them as inspiration to find similar terrifying events near you! Need something to wear to your Halloween event? Check out our favourite Halloween looks.

By Mariah Glaiser, Marketing Student at Manchester Metropolitan University