The best halloween events in Belfast

The spooky season is creeping up, but don't let the events jumpscare you last-minute! Instead, check out our list of the best Halloween events in Belfast that we're dying to be at!

Skiddle Staff

Date published: 9th Oct 2024

It's October, and that only means one thing... The spooky season is nearly upon us, and if you're in Northern Ireland and looking for Belfast Halloween events, then you're in the right place!

From Halloween raves spinning the biggest and best mixes of all the classics, where you and your pals will be monster mashing until the early hours; to more specialist Halloween Raves, where the classics may not take centre stage, but the costumes definitely will; to live music nights where you can use the season as an excuse to see some wicked bands.

Whatever your vibe this Halloween, Belfast has you covered, check out all the best Halloween events in Belfast below!

Black Parade - 00's Emo Anthems Halloween Party

When: Thursday 31st October 2024

Where: The Empire in Belfast

What better time to celebrate all of the classic emo anthems - whether it be My Chemical Romance, Blink-182, Fall Out Boy, Paramore, Bring Me The Horizon, You Me At Six, or loads more - than this Halloween in Belfast at the Black Parade - 00's Emo Anthems Halloween Party.

Coming to the incredible surroundings of The Empire, this travelling night of emo delight brings all the black-clad singers and dancers out in their droves when they come to town. Be there amongst your people this Halloween, grab a ticket now!

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PUNKOWEEN Lives!

When: Sunday 27th October 2024

Where: Oh Yeah Music Centre in Belfast

PUNKOWEEN is back and spookier than ever, with three wicked punk bands; Strange New Places, Gender Chores, and Parker; bringing the heat of hell to the Oh Yeah Music Centre.

This is an all-ages matinee show where costumes are highly encouraged (go on you know you want to) so if you fancy some high-octane, spine-tinglingly good punk music to celebrate the spooky season, then this is the gig for you. Tickets below for one of the best Halloween events in Belfast!

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Halloween Drag Brunch

When: Sunday 27th October 2024

Where: Revolucion De Cuba in Belfast

Day of the Living Drag! The Scream Queens at Revs De Cuba are ready to slay at their Halloween Drag Brunch, hosted by the fabulous Rusty Hinges, where all in attendance can expect a high-energy atmosphere, spooktacular performances, and plenty of Halloween Hits!

There are mimosas on arrival, 90 minutes of BOTTOMLESS cocktails & prosecco, a delicious brunch dish of your choice, & incredible performances from the resident Hallo-Queens, what more could you want? Secure your table now!

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Halloween - Rave to the Grave

When: Thursday 31st October 2024

Where: The Glenpark in Belfast

If you want to boogie your Halloween night away with some proper dance anthems, instead of the same cheesy selection of Halloween hits, then this is the place for you this Halloween.

While you don't have to, fancy dress is highly encouraged, and why would you not, it's what the season is all about is it not? Especially as there are prizes to be won for the best fancy dress. As Belfast Halloween parties go, this one is going to be one of the best.

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The Fright Institute x Ulster Sports Club

When: Saturday 26th October 2024

Where: Ulster Sports Club in Belfast

The Night Institute returns to Ulster Sports Club once again for their 2024 Halloween party! The Fright Insitute night will feature the wickedly good duo of Timmy Stewart & Jordan Nocturne playing all night long. So don your finest spooky fit, make sure the shoes are good for dancing, and get yourself down it's no tricks only treats for you here!

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God's Waiting Room - Halloween Day of the Dead

When: Saturday 26th October 2024

Where: Titanic Distillery in Belfast

God's Waiting Room is Belfast's Legendary club night curated by David Holmes. No two nights are ever the same, and consistently bring lines featuring figures from music past and present, with a focus on immersive visuals and sound.

For their Halloween Edition this year, they are bringing Day of the Dead theming, an appropriate one being as they are in an iconic new venue steeped in the history of our ancestors.

With a lineup that features Vladimir Ivkovic, a German-based record-weaver who holds a long-standing residency at his musical and spiritual home Salon des Amateurs; God's Waiting Room founder, David Holmes; The God's Waiting Room house band, Skymas; and Never Never Sound System, a project that features a beautiful alchemy of deep cuts from Belfast based clothing store owners Richie and Gareth. Not one to miss for the connoisseurs this Halloween, truly one of the best Halloween events in Belfast.

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John Devlin and The Revolvers

When: Friday 1st November 2024

Where: The Belfast Barge in Belfast

Following a string of successful shows around Northern Ireland, John Devlin and The Revolvers will be playing a Halloween special at the Belfast Barge for those who want to ditch the cheesy Halloween parties, and instead enjoy an evening of original rock and roll and Americana.

Consisting of a classic line-up - two guitars, keys, bass, drums, three-part harmonies and harmonica their sound has been described as "an infectious combination of rootsy rock n roll, country, 60's pop and new wave flavoured sounds..” If this is your scene it's not one you want to miss. Tickets below!

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Can't find the Halloween events you want? Or, you want to see what spooky happening are on in other parts of the country? Well then check out Skiddle's Halloween Inspire Me pages below:

Halloween Raves - HERE

Family Halloween Events - HERE

Check out our What's On Guide to discover even more rowdy raves and sweaty gigs taking place over the coming weeks and months. For festivals, lifestyle events and more, head on over to our Things To Do page or be inspired by the event selections on our Inspire Me page.