It’s the spookiest time of the year so naturally, it’s time to get our gRAVE on! Here are a few of the most unboolievable happenings this Halloween that are guaranteed to creep it real scary.
With the little pumpkins
Spooky Galore At KidZania
Kids can enjoy a fully-fledged haunted house complete with scattered spiders, skeletons, big pumpkin monsters and scary character cut-outs accompanied with special sound effects to create an eerie atmosphere.
Your little ones can partake in ‘One night at the forest’ where they can dress up in witches or vampires, complete with wigs and make-up. There’s even a Halloween costume contest that will run on 31 October. The festivities run until 15 November, Sunday to Wednesday, 10am to 10pm and Thursday to Saturday, 10am to 11pm. Entry is Dhs 35 extra for the Halloween activities and games; complimentary for premium ticket
Spooktacular Halloween Family Fun Day At The Sportsman’s Arms
Take your Addams Family out for a howling great time this Saturday 3 November. The Sportsman’s Arms is hosting a free Halloween family fun day from 12-6pm. With something for everyone, the event will be packed with exciting activities for the kids such as scary face painting, creepy arts and crafts, Halloween movie screenings, trick or treating and a spookily good magic show. Fun for all the family, adults can also enjoy a vast selection of speciality beverages, BBQ delights, pumpkin pies and a traditional roast to the sounds of live music from international funk band, Jack Found and crowd favourite, The Sandtunes. The best costumes will be in the running for some epic prizes!
The Roost Rotisserie’s Halloween Family Day
Fun for all the little ghouls and boys The Roost Rotisserie is hosting a Halloween-themed day of fun and food. Have a devilishly lazy day and get ready for a laid back late afternoon of decorating and entertainment! All little roosters will receive a piece of rotisserie chicken alongside a barbequed corn on the cob. Mums get to sit back, relax and enjoy a refreshing afternoon shot of The Roost’s freshly brewed chicken bone broth while dads will receive a complimentary speciality coffee.
Cobweb Castle At Legoland Dubai
Celebrate the day of spook with your little monster. This year, even Legoland Dubai is dressing up for the occasion! For the last day of the Halloween season, the park will be celebrating on 31 October with a host of fun celebrations for kids and families, the return of Cobweb Castle to Kingdoms, and in true Halloween spirit – plenty of candy! Those who can overcome their fear of creepy crawlies can also take a turn to help build a 3 metre by 3 metre spider from bricks. Both little and big monsters are invited to dress up in their spookiest attire and take part in the daily “Scare School” on the Cobweb Castle stage, where they can learn some tips on how to give their friends and families a funny fright.
Conquer Your Fears At The Smash Room
Have a smashing Halloween at Smash Room. The Smash Room will be transforming into a frightening and fantastic house of horrors! Be very afraid as you bob and weave through a terrifying maze of things and creatures from your worst nightmares, find your weapon of choice, then navigate the maze to find your smashing space. Kids over the age of 13 are welcome at a price of Dhs 99 with a 10% discount if you dress up!
Here for the boos
Movie Night At Stars and Bars
Head to La Mer’s Stars and Bars sports bar for a very special screening of The Rocky Horror Picture Show. Join in the Halloween celebrations on Wednesday, 31 October for a live screening of the movie starting at 9pm! Ladies will also receive 3 drinks tokens on arrival.
Dusk Till Dawn At Lucky Voice
No one does ‘chilling’ quite like Quentin Tarantino. In respect to the director’s dark style, Lucky Voice is being transformed into Quentin Tarantino’s “Dusk Till Dawn” this Wednesday. Expect to see vampires in every corner of the venue, bone-chilling live acts and a Dhs 2,000 cash prize for the best costume! Ladies also get 4 free drinks from 8pm.
Two Day Spook-Session At McGettigan’s JBR
Who says Halloween is one night of the year? McGettigan’s JBR is thrilling Halloweenfanatics with a two day party - just to make sure you’ve had your fill! Grab your witches and head to the venue which will be serving Halloween themed food and beverages for guests to sip and bite, on 31 October and 1 November.
Murder On The Dancefloor At Barbary
It’s a Murder on the Dancefloor at Barbary this Halloween. From 9pm on Wednesday 31 October you can enjoy a ‘Thriller’ of a live set by the acclaimed DJ Miss Meg, who will pay the ultimate tribute to the King of Pop, – Michael Jackson.
Hulaween At Trader Vic’s JBR
Get your very best “trick or tiki” costumes out this Halloween. This two-day event is offering guests a chance to win ‘best-dressed’ with amazing prizes such as brunch, merchandise and drinks. Entertainment will feature a bowl filled with goo containing some balls consisting of prizes.
Pirates Of The Caribbean At Ting Irie
Hop on deck for Ting Irie's Pirates of the Caribbean themed celebration. On 1 November, tuck into a set menu for Dhs 175 per head.
Expect to be captivated by Ting Irie’s resident DJ spinning your favourite reggae and dancehall classics and an invasion of Caribbean flavour in Ting’s specially designed Halloween menu.
Fill your guts
Burger & Lobster’s Halloween Dinner
Fill your guts with something devilish this Halloween. At Burger & Lobster, sink your teeth into a selection of treats for Dhs 75 per person. The menu includes the franken-tastic Mayfair Burger, mingling fresh cheddar cheese, veal bacon, a grand beef patty and Burger & Lobster’s secret burger sauce. The meal is twinned with a side of the terrifyingly delicious Mini Lobster Roll, made with homemade brioche bread and generously stuffed with fresh lobster, perfectly accompanied by a choice of salad or a fitting creamy pumpkin soup.
Scared Out Of Maya Mind With Maya Mexican Kitchen & Bar
This Thursday 1 November, prepare to be tortilla terrified with Maya’s Bar Tacos. Get ready to celebrate the spookiest night of the year in true Mexican style, with a night of fearsome fun at Maya’s Bar Tacos! Enjoy Halloween horrors, with outrageous outfits, a spooky set-up and dinner. For just Dhs 35, guests can redeem vouchers at one of the live cooking stations and food stands. One voucher gets you either one dish or one drink. Make sure to dress up, as the best outfit of the night will win an exclusive prize – two tickets to Maya’s very own Friday Brunch.