Halloween In Liverpool 2023 Events Guide
Halloween is just around the corner, and Liverpool is gearing up for a frightfully good time. There’s a whole load of spooky events and activities happening in the city that will make for a hair-raising time. From haunted houses and drag brunches to costume competitions and carnivals, there’s something for everyone. Sink your fangs into our guide of the ultimate Halloween happenings of the year.
Dare to be Scared
Newsham Scream Park
Prepare for the UK’s most spine-chilling attraction this year, making its haunting presence known in Newsham Park, for a three-week run. Newsham Scream Park presents an exceptionally frightful encounter within the confines of the abandoned Newsham Park Hospital. Featuring two hair-raising scare attractions, namely the Insanitorium and The Orphanage, catering to those aged 14 and above, and the exclusive over-18s horror experience, HELLuminati, designed explicitly for the brave-hearted.
13 October – 5 November
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Shiverpool Ghost and History Tours
The multi-award winning Shiverpool Ghost Tours are one of the best ways to spend Halloween. Shiverpool provide brilliant, hilarious, street theatre ghost tours which are also packed full of history. Led by the eerie Chiller Black and their team of macabre experts, you’ll unravel the bone-chilling tales from Liverpool’s haunted history.
On all year round!
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Farmaggedon
Hailed as the ‘ultimate October fear fest’, the legendary Farmaggedon returns, with its terrifying lineup of scare houses, including The Meat Locker, The Beast of Terror, Contagion, Maze of Death, and Zombie Warzone. As well as the roaming zombies, there’ll be DJs and a live band, magicians, aerial performers and dancers to complete the experience.
Selected dates in October
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Revolting Raves
Cream Halloween at Grand Central Hall
The spirit of Cream is set to return to Liverpool this Halloween for a brand new event in The Dome at Grand Central Hall, with a massive lineup to boot. It’s set to be a very special night right in the heart of the city Cream calls home, with a wealth of DJs performing including Sam Divine, Low Steppa, GW Harrison, Amelia Preston, and Lucia Cors.
Saturday 28 October
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Circus Halloween at Blackstone Street Warehouse
Circus Halloween Party is taking place at the Blackstone Street Warehouse featuring Sven Vath / Floorplan / Richy Ahmeds & More.
Saturday 28 October
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Different Levels Halloween Rave at North Shore Troubadour
Different Levels Crew bring you a 2 room spooky extavaganza of roots, reggae, dub, steppa style, dnb, jungle, speed garage, hardcore and more…
Friday 27 October
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Techno in the Tunnels Halloween Special
Prepare for a spine-tingling underground Halloween experience in Liverpool’s most unique venue, the 200+ years old, ‘haunted’, Williamson Tunnels. This intimate rave promises an unforgettable underground experience that’s not to be missed.
Saturday 28 October
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BOOzy Blowouts
Shoktoberfest
The annual German beer festival Oktoberfest launches with a Halloween themed event on opening night. Shoktoberfest promises scary steins, blood curdling music, frightening food, a haunted house, and fancy dress with a prize for the best and worst costumes!
Thursday 26 October
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Fang-tastic cocktails at Titanic Hotel Liverpool
For some of the most fang-tastic cocktails around, Rum Bar at Titanic Hotel Liverpool is offering two limited-edition drinks for those after something a little different this Halloween. Visitors can indulge in ‘The Kraken’ made with Kraken Coffee, caramel syrup and a double espresso shot, and a ‘Radioactive Twist’ that combines Midori, Limoncello, cream, gomme and a splash of lime.
16 – 31 October
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Drag Brunch at Revolucion de Cuba
Start Halloween celebrations earlywith Revolucion de Cuba’s first drag brunch on Saturday 28th October. Hosted by Kiki Pain, enjoy delicious Cuban-inspired food including quesadillas, burgers and churros paired with 90 minutes of bottomless drinks and non-stop entertainment from 5:30pm, priced at £35pp.
Saturday 28 October
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Hallowine Tasting at Burnt Milk Hotel
Back with another spooktacular wine-tasting event, join Burnt Milk Hotel for ‘Hallowine’ in Anchor Courtyard. Priced at £40pp, enjoy an evening of lip-smacking reds, whites and fizz accompanied by snacks and a costume competition for those who fancy getting creative. The dock’s resident wine bar will be partying into the night with doors opening for free entry after 9pm.
Friday 29 October
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Activities for Families and Little Monsters
Ottersghoul at Otterspool Adventure
Prepare for a one-of-a-kind Halloween experience at Otterspool Adventure with “Villainous” – a family show featuring some of the most notorious villains of all time! Join Winifred Sanderson, Cruella DeVil, Captain Hook, Ursula, and the Evil Queen as they take over the park, unleashing their wicked ways and devilish plots.
Brimming with thrills and unexpected twists, “Villainous” is a show that demands your attention this Halloween.
27 – 31 October
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El Kiddo Family Halloween Party
At just 17 years old, DJ and music innovator Harry MC, also known as Harrison McDonald, is bringing his successful family event ‘El Kiddo’ to Liverpool’s Grand Central Hall after a summer of success in Ibiza and Dubai. The extravaganza offers a unique family party experience with talented tribute acts like Rachel Fulleras as Dua Lipa, and it will feature two sessions during the day, one for children aged 1-8 and another for those aged 8-13, along with a lineup of talented DJs and some Halloween-themed surprises.
Saturday 28 October
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Raver Tots at Invisible Wind Factory
Raver Tots make a grand comeback to Liverpool with an epic Halloween Party!
Prepare for the most thrilling indoor family rave, featuring an electrifying mix of house, garage, and drum & bass. The space will be immersed with dancers, performers, pyrotechnics, bubbling machines, confetti bursts, vibrant laser displays, and dazzling lighting. Face painting and licensed bar available!
Sunday 22 October
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Halloween Family Day at Aintree
Put on your best costumes and bring your little ghouls to Aintree Racecourse for a day of Halloween festivities. Be transformed into your favourite spooky character by face painters, encounter eerie figures wandering the racecourse, and discover an abundance of spooky surprises! Tickets start from £10, with free admission for kids.
Sunday 29 October
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Halloween flavours at Roly’s Fudge
Stock up on Halloween treats with a trip to the dock’s confectionary connoisseurs. Made specially for the occasion, Roly’s Fudge is offering two new delicious flavours: Toffee Apple and Chocolate Orange. Not only will visitors be able to purchase the lip-smacking creations in-store, but also watch the team hand make the fudge.
Frights for All
Katumba Halloween Carnival Parade
Get ready for the much-anticipated return of the annual Katumba Halloween Carnival Parade as it prepares to take over the city centre once again. With a series of workshops and events throughout October in honour of Black History Month, Katumba leads up to the Halloween Parade, featuring the pulsating drums, vibrant dances, huge props, and mesmerising fire displays they’re known and loved for.
Saturday 28 October
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River of Light
River of Light 2023 will bring Liverpool’s waterfront to life once again with a trail of 11 spectacular illuminated artworks. The city and waterfront will transform into a mesmerising outdoor art gallery, illuminating the streets from 5 pm to 9 pm. Under the theme ‘United By Light,’ this year’s festival pays tribute to the spirit of unity invoked during the Eurovision Song Contest with its ‘United By Music’ slogan.
Friday 27 October – Sunday 5 November
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Stranger Things Skate at IWF Rollerdrome
Get ready to step into the upside down as the long-awaited return of the Rollerdrome’s Stranger Things Skate is finally here! Assemble your crew for a dimension-hopping, monster-battling, roller-skating adventure soundtracked by nostalgic ’80s bangers and series favourites. Fancy dress is a must, so put together your best Hoppers, Elevens, Eddies, Vecnas and Demogorgons, or even just throw on your best ’80s gear!
Sunday 29 October
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Spooky Welly Walk
Dust off your wellies and don your favourite costumes, as the beloved Spooky Welly Walk, in support of the Roy Castle Lung Cancer Foundation, makes its return to Sefton Park. Join in on the Halloween-themed merriment and enjoy a range of engaging activities tailored for all ages.
Saturday 21 October
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Theatrical Thrills
Murder Mystery at the Everyman
Brace yourself for the Crown Duels Halloween Special at the Everyman, an immersive experience that will keep you on edge, navigating the treacherous post-war realm of Liverpool’s notorious The High Rip gang, where trust is a luxury you can’t afford.
Saturday 28 October
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The Spare Rib Halloween Hex-stravaganza at the Everyman
The Spare Rib Burlesque and Cabaret invites you to join them Downstairs at the Everyman for a Halloween Hex-travaganza, featuring scarily good performances to keep you on the edge of your seats!
Friday 27 October
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Witchcraft Tour – Pendle to Prescot
Travel back in time with an immersive tour at Shakespeare North Playhouse! The captivating journey explores the historic theatre and delves into the Pendle Witch Trials, featuring an incredible story about a Merseyside woman’s journey.
Friday 27 October
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With so much happening for Halloween in Liverpool, we’re sure you’re have a shockingly-good time!
