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Halloween in Brighton
Halloween in Brighton is packed with parties, spooky suppers and family fun; from drag bingo on the seafront to scare mazes in Sussex.
Use this guide to plan October: we’ve grouped the best Halloween Brighton, Hove and Sussex parties, kid-friendly activities, hands-on classes and where to find the sweetest treats. New events are added as they land, so keep checking back!
Big Nights and Parties (Bars ‘n Pubs)
Halloween in Brighton isn’t complete without a night out. From drag bingo to fancy-dress parties and eerie cocktail specials, the city’s bars and pubs know how to keep the spirits high.
- Shelter Hall – Halloween Drag Music Bingo (Sat 26 Oct) and Day of the Dead (Fri 31 Oct & Sat 1 Nov) – Seafront shenanigans with drag hosts, music bingo and prizes, plus vibrant Día de los Muertos celebrations featuring a live mariachi band, Mexican street food and more.
- Kemptown Klub – Annual Halloween Party (Thu 31 Oct, from 8pm) – Fancy dress is a must. Brave souls can descend to the Bothy crypt… if they dare.
- Bohemia Brighton – Halloween Cocktails & Club Nights – Serving up spooky specials all week, from rum-fuelled Zombies to sparkling Witches Fizz, plus cheeky Baby Boo shots. Pair your drinks with late-night tunes and Halloween party vibes in the city centre.
- Blossoms Brighton – Halloween Party (Fri 31 Oct, 8pm–11pm)
Ghoulish cocktails, dress-to-impress and dance-floor vibes in the heart of town. - The Metropole Bar – Sip spooky serves with a touch of glamour. This year’s limited-edition menu features the tropical Dead Caribbean and the bold Black Widow Manhattan, available across Halloween week.
- Bar Valentino – Pumpkin Lassi Cocktail
Valentino’s spiced Pumpkin Lassi cocktail, a seasonal twist that’s creamy, warming, and perfectly festive.
Unique Halloween Experiences
If you’re looking for something different this Halloween in Brighton and Sussex, there are immersive adventures and hands-on activities to discover.
- Tapestry in Hove – Halloween Spooky Cocktail Masterclass (29 Oct) – Shake, stir and sip eerie cocktails at this hands-on Halloween workshop. Perfect for a night of spooky fun with friends.
- Terra at Tottington Manor – Murder Mystery Night (31 Oct) – A theatrical dining experience where you solve a grisly murder over three courses.
- Saltdean Lido – Halloween Events – From Alfie Ordinary’s pop-filled Now That’s What I Call Bingo Halloween Special to the retro beats of Tropicana Nights 80s Party, there’s something for everyone.
- The Jolly Sportsman – Halloween Wine Club (Thu 16 Oct) –Sample six wines paired with seasonal nibbles in this special spooky-edition tasting.
Family-Friendly Frights
From pumpkin trails and puppet shows to discos and craft workshops, Halloween in Brighton has plenty for the little horrors too. These family-friendly events bring all the spooky fun without the sleepless nights.
- Brighton Palace Pier – Spooky Family Fun
Classic seaside thrills get a spooky twist with rides, arcade games and seasonal treats. Perfect for a Halloween family day out. - Saltdean Lido – Kids Halloween Fun
Little monsters are in for a treat at Saltdean Lido. Join the Kids Tropicana Nights Halloween Special (Sat 1 Nov, 4-6pm) for a high-energy disco with spooky tunes, fancy dress parade, games and prizes, or get hands-on with lantern and trick-or-treat bag decorating workshops.
Spooky Treats & Seasonal Bakes
It wouldn’t be Halloween in Brighton without some devilishly delicious food. Local cafes and bakeries are conjuring up themed goodies for the season.
- Open Bakery – October Patisserie
Chocolate tarts, ghost macarons, seasonal bakes and pumpkin pie. - Jacob’s Bakery – Halloween Sweets
Spooky-themed bakes and treats made fresh in Sussex. - Oeuf Café – Murder Mystery Sharing Platter
Sweet and savoury sharing platter with a spooky twist, plus an immersive murder mystery game at your table.