14 Spooky Things To Do In London This Halloween 2022
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This beautiful city has so much to offer when it comes to celebrating Halloween—from old-fashioned attractions with ghost stories to modern bars bursting with cultural costumes and interactive activities.
Here are 14 things you need to explore in London as the season of ghosts and ghouls draws near.
1. Tulleys Shocktober Fest Scream Park
Europe’s largest scream park returns in 2022 for a series of ghoulish nights filled with the most terrifying attractions yet, expect scarily immersive experiences like ‘Hell-ements’, ‘The Chop Shop’, ‘The Circus Of Horrors’ plus much more. After being scared half to death you can grab some delicious street food, calm your jitters at the bar and shake a leg at the two music stages with a live DJ!
2. SAW: The Experience
This multi-room experience will take you on a terrifying journey of discovery and escape.
You will be challenged to test your mind, grit, and morals in SAW: The Experience, which combines the thrill of escape rooms with the theatricality of immersive experiences.
3. The London Bridge Experience & London Tombs
Experience the world's most famous haunted bridge through sight, sound, and smell to uncover the dark secrets of an age of adventure and gruesome history in a multi-sensory walk-through experience.
4. Madame Tussauds’ Alien Escape
There has been a multitude of generations who have enjoyed the film franchise, and now you can experience a first-hand encounter with the iconic Xenomorph on board the Covenant ship.
5. Disco With The Dead At Ballie Ballerson
It's the zombie wedding of the season this Halloween, and everyone's invited! It's a night of blood-ball baths and ghoulish games with Ballie Ballerson. Besides a spooky menu, you'll get a free double blood syringe shot if you go all out with your dress code.
6. The Ghost Bus Tours
Step on board The Ghost Bus Tour and go night-sight-seeing in the UK's only comedy-horror experience on wheels. The Necrobus has been in service for over 10 years now and is loved by celebrity guests including Johnny Depp, Whoopi Goldberg, The Prodigy, Little Mix, Amanda Holden and many more!
7. Alice In Wonderland VR Escape Room
Discover the secrets of the Queen of Hearts, who has cast a spell on Wonderland's time, by becoming Alice herself in an exciting VR experience and participating in a number of events. Explore the world behind the looking-glass, where everything is upside down, partake in a shrinking potion and follow the White Rabbit through the twisted mazes of the world.
8. Halloween Ball At The Mansion
If fun-packed ghostly antics are what you're seeking this October, don't miss this Halloween Ball at The Mansion. The venue features three floors of top-notch music, delicious food, and lip-smacking drinks.
9. Zombie Glitterfest - Halloween Rave
From Glitterfest comes what promises to be an epic Halloween rave in London dripped in sparkles and glitter. Expect crazy circus acts, stilt-walking zombies, and party-loving DJs at this bone-chilling bonanza at The Camden.
10. Stranger Things Immersive Experience
Experience the next level of Stranger Things as you join Eleven, Dustin, Mike, Lucas, Max, and Will on a new adventure. The Stranger Things experience takes place within Hawkins Lab and features a brand-new storyline. It is followed by an 80's-themed Mix-Tape medley featuring food, drinks, special merchandise, and photo opportunities.
11. El Dia De Muertos 'Day Of The Dead'
Head on over to the London Cabaret Club this October for a spooktacular Day of The Dead Halloween show. Dance ‘til late to live music spun by DJs after you're welcomed with bubbles and creepy canapes. There are also immersive performances to enjoy. Guests are encouraged to dress elaborately, and the most impressive ensembles in keeping with the theme will be awarded prizes.
12. Halloween At Sky Garden
All while taking in panoramic views of the city you can enjoy chilling concoctions and live music. Enjoy an evening of fun at the Sky Garden the Halloween. Dancing and drinking themed drinks will accompany exclusive performances from ALR Music.
13. Sinister Circus Brunch at Bar Elba
With its gruesome show, the Sinister Circus Brunch at Bar Elba is here to terrify. In addition to killer grub and bottomless drinks, you can expect a freakish fortune teller, a human elastic band, and gory gimps.
14. The London Dungeon
We couldn’t leave the infamous London Dungeon off this list. This ghastly attraction has been tormented visitors since 1974 and there are still many screams to be had yet! With actors playing Sweeney Todd, Jack The Ripper, Guy Fawkes and more, you’ll experience gruesome historical events right in front of you, good luck!
