{"id":48896,"date":"2022-10-21T16:20:47","date_gmt":"2022-10-21T15:20:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.westminster.ac.uk\/thevoiceoflondon\/?p=48896"},"modified":"2022-12-16T17:50:51","modified_gmt":"2022-12-16T17:50:51","slug":"londons-best-spooky-season-events-for-halloween-2022","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blog.westminster.ac.uk\/thevoiceoflondon\/londons-best-spooky-season-events-for-halloween-2022\/","title":{"rendered":"London’s best spooky season events for Halloween 2022"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Halloween is the most acceptable time of year to celebrate all things whacky, unholy and terrifying – so celebrate like it’s a matter of life or death. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although originating from the ancient Celtic festival of Samhain<\/a>, it\u2019s become a national holiday for individuals to party big and party hard; and the one time it\u2019s acceptable for us to transform into somebody completely different. Last year\u2019s events were a little sparse due to reasons we don\u2019t need to delve too deep into – so here are the best upcoming Halloween events to scare London properly this year.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Dead Icons Halloween Party: Thriller With Forever Jackson <\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Forever Jackson was Awarded the No.1 Tribute Show in the UK back in 2013, but its timeless attention to detail still classes them as one of the best tribute acts to the late Michael Jackson. Wembley’s BOXPARK<\/em> presents a lively night with drink deals and a recreation of some of the most iconic Thriller dance moves, it\u2019s not an opportunity you\u2019d want to ghost out on if you\u2019re into live music, dancing and Halloween.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The Purge (A Halloween Special)<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Bringing this on-screen terror to reality with Leicester Square\u2019s biggest Halloween party on Friday, the 28th of October. With prizes for the best fancy dress, and three different DJ\u2019s presenting music of hip-hop, R&B, dancehall, bashment, afrobeats, amapiano, UK funky house and more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Stranger Tings Halloween Party<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you\u2019re a fan of 80s music and fashion, now\u2019s your chance to travel 40 years back in time for this groovy night of all-things Stranger Things. The Gable <\/em>in Moorgate will be hosting this Soca night of Stranger Tings <\/em>on Saturday the 29th of October- and of course, prizes for the best male and female costumes will be rewarded. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Halloween Bal Masqu\u00e9<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Described as; ‘a night where standard behaviours and conversations are tossed away, where everyone is an artist and free to be whoever they wish’, values that are at the true core of the Halloween spirit. This exotic night full of mystery combines class with mischief with gothic performances, music, dancing and more. Throw yourself into the main character you\u2019ve always desired by changing your name in black-tie style. This is the perfect event for those who are wanting to be a bit more innovative and elusive for Halloween this year, at the National Liberal Club in Whitehall Place on Friday, the 28th of October.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Or if you fancy something a little less extreme\u2026 <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

ABBA Halloween Party  <\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Enjoy a stress-free Halloween on Saturday the 29th of October, by opting for a night of dinner, drinks and dancing to support a live ABBA tribute band. Featuring a selection of spooky cocktails and a buffet, you can enjoy your night without having to worry about where the nearest chippy is to compliment your alcohol goggles. Transform into the<\/em> Dancing Queen (or king) for your chance to leave with a prize to remember the night. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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HorrOctober<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

It\u2019s already been running for a month-and-a-half, but still has plenty of life left until it closes on November the 1st. The Prince Charles<\/em> on Leicester Place is known for going big for Halloween, by showcasing classic horror hits such as Final Destination<\/em>, The Exorcist<\/em>, Poltergeist<\/em> and tons more. It\u2019s perfect for the film buff who wants to spend the season doing something they love, and what\u2019s even better is the whole thing peaks on October the 30th, where they play five iconic horror films back-to-back. But don\u2019t worry about sleep- you\u2019ll be too scared to even try.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The Haunted London Pub Walk<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Channel your inner-ghostbuster by touring some of London\u2019s most haunted pubs. Being only \u00a310pp, it\u2019s the perfect spooky-touch for students to celebrate the Halloween season. The walk begins with a hauntingly-chilling tale followed by unravelling of the history behind street names, poltergeists, bodysnatchers and burnings, phantoms and more. Starting at Wrens Lantern<\/em> and ending at Viaduct Tavern<\/em>, the walk is short but to be packed with hundreds of years worth of existence. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Words: Charissa Halsey | Subbing: Elitsa Maymareva | Featured Image: sabinamusicrich on Unsplash<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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