It’s almost time for fright night as we showcase the freakiest Halloween Dubai events taking place across the city. From ‘murderous’ dinner parties to big-prize costume bashes (with AED 50,000 up for grabs!), here are 7 parties not to miss…
1. Fiesta de los Muertos
Credit: Dubai Autism Rocks Arena
What’s happening: This massive Halloween concert will feature performances by Carly Rae Jepsen (call me, maybe?), British band Gorillaz and hip-hop artist Stormzy.
When: Friday, October 27
Entry: Tickets from AED 350
Location: Dubai Autism Rocks Arena
2. Burning Beach at Blue Marlin Dubai
What’s happening: Blue Marlin Ibiza is throwing a red hot Burning Beach Festival that will run 10 hours and feature extravagant decor, costumes and dangerously fun party vibes.
When: Friday, October 27
Entry: Free. Reservations are recommended.
Location: Golden Tulip Hotel, Ghantoot
3. DJ Jazzy Jeff at Barasti Dubai
Via Facebook | @barastibeach
What’s happening: DJ Jazzy Jeff, the former Fresh Prince star and best friend to Will Smith, is returning to Barasti Dubai to host another wild n’ crazy party. Just wait ’til he plays everybody’s favourite theme song…
When: Friday, October 27
Entry: We’re still waiting on ticket details… watch this space for updates!
Location: Le Meridien Mina Seyahi, Dubai Marina
4. Haunted dinner party
Credit: Sass Cafe
What’s happening: Dine and dance the night away at the “Mondays Made Me” Halloween edition dinner party hosted by Sass Cafe – it’s going to be deliciously terrifying.
When: Monday, October 30
Entry: Free entry. An la carte food/drinks menu will be available all night.
Location: Sass Cafe, Al Fattan Currency House in DIFC
5. Lose your mind at Cirque
Via Facebook | @CirqueLeSoirDubai
What’s happening: Cirque Le Soir is literally going crazy with a mental hospital set-up this Halloween that might make you lose your mind. Expect the usual Cirque craziness… turned up a notch.
When: Monday, October 30 to Wednesday, November 1
Entry: Free entry. Reservations are recommended.
Location: Cirque Le Soir, Fairmont Hotel
6. Monster Halloween Party
Via Facebook | @zero.gravity.dubai
What’s happening: AED 50,000 is up for grabs for guests with the best costumes at Zero Gravity’s legendary Monster Halloween Party. We suggest hitting the fancy dress store NOW.
When: Thursday, October 26
Entry: Ladies enter free before 9pm; guys pay AED 50. After 9pm, it’s AED 100 for all.
Location: Zero Gravity, Skydive Dubai
7. Hip-Hop Halloween
Via Facebook | @theblackliondxb
What’s happening: The Black Lion’s Halloween event will be an East Coast vs West Coast takeover with nothing but Tupac and Biggie on play from 8pm-midnight. Don your 90’s hip-hop gear for this one.
When: Thursday, October 26
Entry: 3-hour unlimited food/drink package for AED 285 (from 8pm-midnight)
Location: The Black Lion, H Hotel
Looking for a Halloween costume? We’ve shortlisted the best fancy dress shops in the city – check them out!