Dubai's Ultimate Halloween Specials 2025: Where to Celebrate the Spookiest Season

Halloween 2025 in Dubai promises a spectacular blend of frightful fun and glamorous celebrations across the city. From October 31 to early November, Dubai transforms into a playground of haunted parties, themed brunches, and electrifying nightlife experiences that cater to all ages and preferences. Whether you're seeking spine-chilling thrills, family-friendly festivities, or luxurious dining with a spooky twist, the city's Halloween lineup delivers unforgettable experiences that rival any global destination.

Immersive Halloween Experiences at Dubai's Theme Parks

Dubai's world-class theme parks are pulling out all the stops this Halloween season. IMG Worlds of Adventure takes center stage with its month-long Haunted Town celebration, culminating in a special Haunted Town Night on October 31 from 8 PM to 1 AM. The park's infamous Haunted Hotel remains a perennial favorite, featuring dimly lit sets, convincing soundscapes, and roaming actors that create an authentic horror movie experience. Costume contests with significant prizes add extra excitement for participants brave enough to attend.​

The Enchanted Carnival at Dubai Mall's House of Hype runs from October 31 to November 2, offering a fully immersive Halloween celebration spanning over 100,000 square feet. This spectacular event features 18 themed worlds combining art, technology, and performance, with candy-filled districts, glowing installations, and live DJ performances. Guests in costume can compete in a runway challenge with prizes reaching up to AED 10,000. Motiongate Dubai hosts Fright Nights from Wednesday to Sunday throughout October, featuring spooky mazes, trick-or-treat trails, and scare zones scattered throughout the park.​

High-Stakes Costume Contests and Beach Parties

Zero Gravity's Monster Halloween Party on October 31 stands as one of Dubai's most anticipated Halloween events, offering a staggering AED 50,000 in total prize money for the best costumes. Categories include Best Male and Female (AED 5,000 each), Scariest Male and Female (AED 5,000 each), and Best/Scariest Couple or Group (AED 7,500 each), with second-place prizes in each category. This beach club transforms from a sun-soaked poolside venue into an eerie festival-like spectacle featuring fire-dancers, circus performers, and a roster of DJs.​​

Soul Beach at JA The Resort hosts Spaceman: Aftergrave on October 31, presenting a world-class beach rave with international DJs taking over two main stages and an AED 10,000 prize for the scariest costume. The combination of beachfront location and high-energy entertainment makes this a standout event for partygoers seeking an all-night celebration.​

Spooktacular Dining and Brunch Experiences

Dubai's legendary brunch scene embraces Halloween with themed culinary experiences throughout the city. Atlantis, The Palm presents Viva la Catrina, a week-long celebration from October 27 to November 2, featuring multiple events including the Viva La Catrina Ladies' Night on October 30 (packages from AED 169), the Latino Live Halloween Fiesta Night Brunch on October 31 (packages from AED 325), and the Fiesta Mexicana: Día de los Muertos Saturday Brunch on November 1 (packages from AED 350). Daily costume competitions with prizes run throughout the week, with lucky winners potentially securing a stay at Atlantis, The Palm.​

COYA at Four Seasons Resort Jumeirah hosts the Cursed Circus event on October 31, combining Michelin-guide dining with Latin American revelry in a theatrical circus-themed setting. The evening evolves from dinner to performance party with signature Peruvian plates and specially crafted Halloween cocktails. For rooftop experiences, Nazcaa offers a Halloween celebration with spectacular Burj Khalifa views, featuring Nikkei cuisine complemented by spooky decor, live performances, and themed cocktails.​

Hotel Indigo Dubai Downtown's Halloween Family Brunch on November 1 from 2 PM to 5 PM provides family-friendly entertainment with packages starting at AED 299 for soft beverages and AED 99 for children. The event includes live entertainment featuring a saxophone and singer duo, balloon bending, face painting, and costume contests with prizes for the best-dressed kids.​

Sophisticated Evening Affairs and Late-Night Celebrations

For those seeking more refined Halloween experiences, Verde at Four Seasons Dubai presents The Sinners Till Dawn on October 31 and November 1, transforming the venue into a realm of classic horror with spine-chilling decor, dramatic lighting, and performers in iconic horror costumes. Mercury Rooftop at Four Seasons Dubai hosts the Enchanted Halloween Eve Night on October 30, featuring DJ Alfie with live saxophone and percussion, complemented by haunting dancers and the signature Spooky Sour cocktail.​

Chalco's Cantina in Dubai Marina offers El Pachangón Late-Night Brunch: Halloween Edition on October 31 for AED 220, featuring unlimited Mexican food and drinks including Chef Alonso's specialties and themed beverages. The venue transforms the following night for Día de los Muertos celebrations with Karaoke en Español, honoring Mexican traditions of life, love, and memory.​

Family-Friendly Halloween Activities

Beyond adult parties, Dubai offers numerous family-oriented Halloween activities. Ski Dubai's Frightober event combines Halloween fun with snow experiences, offering trick-or-treat bags and spooky hot chocolate. Dubai Ice Rink hosts a Halloween Costume Contest on October 31 and November 1, with winners from each skating session receiving a 30-day unlimited membership. Sessions run from 3:15 PM to midnight, priced at AED 135 per person.​

Crowne Plaza Dubai Jumeirah's Halloween Brunch at Cuisines on November 1 from 1 PM to 4 PM features themed dishes and seafood sensations for AED 175 per adult and AED 79 per child. The Coop House at Mirdif City Centre offers Halloween Specials until October 31, including pumpkin soup, the 'Scary' pizza, and linguine beetroot pasta with prawns, complemented by the bloody berries mocktail.​

Making the Most of Halloween in Dubai

Dubai's Halloween celebrations have evolved from a single-day affair to an entire month-long festival, reflecting the city's embrace of Western traditions within its unique cultural context. The diversity of events ensures everyone finds their perfect Halloween experience, whether seeking adrenaline-pumping scares, sophisticated dining, or safe family entertainment. Advanced booking is essential for popular events, as many venues report near-capacity attendance. Costume contests remain central to the celebration, with substantial prizes incentivizing creative and elaborate outfits across nearly every venue.​​

This Halloween season, Dubai solidifies its position as a premier destination for October celebrations, offering world-class entertainment that rivals any global city while maintaining its distinctive blend of luxury, innovation, and hospitality.​