Get ready for a fright-filled October with a host of Halloween events in Liverpool and the city region guaranteed to send shivers down your down your spine. From eerie live performances and immersive murder mysteries to candlelit concerts and chilling book launches, the city is bursting with spooky experiences for all ages. Whether you’re looking to dive into gothic literature, get creative with family-friendly crafts, or catch classic horror films on the big screen, this guide has all the hauntingly good happenings you won’t want to miss.
Spooky Welly Walk at Sefton Park (19 October)
Spooky Welly Walk returns and is casting spells over Sefton Park this October. Their family fun day will feature approximately 25 awesome attractions and activities to bewitch and bedazzle your little monsters.
Whether it’s Creepy Crafts, Freaky Funfair, Bugfest Beauty Parlour or Menacing Mask Making your little one is interested in, there’s something for everyone!
Picturehouse at FACT Halloween Film Screenings (19 – 31 October)
Don’t miss the chance to catch iconic horror classics Carrie (4K Restoration), Shaun of The Dead (re-release), Halloween (4K Restoration), A Nightmare On Elm Street (40th Anniversary) and The Shining (Original Cut) on the big screen at Picturehouse at FACT this spooky season – perfect for horror fans who crave the thrill of these timeless chillers in a cinematic setting.
Dead Ink Books: Modern Gothic launch with Lauren Archer & Alyssa Lloyd at Bluecoat (23 October)
Modern Gothic (Fly On The Wall Press, Oct ’24) invites ghoulish readers on a chilling journey through captivating, nightmarish tales with contributing author Lauren Archer and friend of the shop / pro-goth Alyssa Lloyd. Lauren is a writer of the gothic, surreal and strange based in Liverpool. Alyssa hosts Book Club in the Pub and – along with Lauren – the small-press focused inclusive book club Feminist Fiction. Join them for this seasonally-appropriate spookfest where Lauren and Alyssa will dive deeply into what constitutes modern gothic literature.
Book of Horror II at The Hope Street Theatre (24 – 26 October)
4AM Productions are back with another edition of their Halloween spectacular. The Curator and his faithful minion reads more from his fabled “Book of Horror”. Get ready for six terrifying short plays in one spooky night.
Candlelight: A Haunted Evening of Halloween Classics (26 October)
Fever’s Candlelight concert series is set to light up Sefton Park Palm House in Liverpool with special Halloween-themed shows. This is one of the most unique Halloween events in Liverpool, combining live music with haunting atmospheres. The evening will feature favourite film soundtracks, including The Addams Family, Beetlejuice, Ghostbusers, The Exorcist, Thriller, and many more.
Halloween Print Party at Bluecoat (26 October)
Join Bluecoat for this family-friendly screen printing party – one of the most creative Halloween events in Liverpool. Creating your own cotton trick or treat bags, kids be able to choose from a variety of fun spooky trick or treat designs, where they will be able to pull the screens themselves with a facilitator supervising if they choose to, or a parent/guardian can help. Suitable for ages 5+ (must be accompanied by an adult).
Halloween Party at Liverpool ONE (27 October)
Get ready for a spooky Halloween celebration at Liverpool ONE! From 11am to 5pm on 27 October, enjoy family-friendly entertainment, including ghostly characters, live performances, and the popular children’s Halloween competition. For a spooky twist, join Katumba’s Halloween drumming performance, a highlight of the Halloween events in Liverpool. The much-loved local drumming group will bring a Halloween twist to their performance, as well as holding special workshops for visitors to learn their moves and even join in during a performance. Zombie dancers from MD Productions will be on hand to run dance masterclasses with party-goers, before entertaining everyone throughout the day with hauntingly good performances.
Room On The Broom at the Playhouse (29 October – 2 November)
Join the witch and her cat on a magical adventure as they pick up hitchhikers and face a hungry dragon. Based on the popular children’s book by Julia Donaldson, the Olivier Award-nominated Room on The Broom is perfect for families with children aged three and over. Families can enjoy Room On The Broom at the Playhouse, one of the must-see theatre-based Halloween events in Liverpool for young audiences.
Williamson Scare (30 – 31 October)
The oldest square in the city centre, Williamson Square will turn into Williamson Scare on Wednesday 30th and Thursday 31st October from 12-4pm. On the 30th, enjoy a selfie at the spooky selfie-spots, and meet some ghoulish goblins and wicked witches on stilts. On the 31st, for those who want to get their pumpkins perfect, get design tips from a professional carver, with decorations and dressings will get you in the mood.
Additionally, St John’s will have a spooktacular Halloween trail, giveaways and decorations galore. From their spooktacular Halloween trail to exciting giveaways and scarily good deals from a selection of stores, St Johns will host the haunting of the season.
Craft and Create: Halloween at the Walker Art Gallery (31 October – 1 November)
Join the Walker Art Gallery for a frightfully fun time at their two-day spooktacular Halloween make and take craft sessions. Create your own creepy creations to take home and decorate your house with.
Plaza Cinema Halloween Screenings (26 & 31 October)
The Plaza Community Cinema are celebrating with Halloween Screenings this year of two special events which will cater for everyone.
Horror film fans will love their Plaza 80s Halloween Special with ‘A Nightmare On Elm Street’ (15) on Saturday 26th October (7pm) which has just celebrated it’s 40th anniversary.
The family will love their Plaza Halloween Family Special with ‘The Nightmare Before Christmas’ (PG) on Thursday 31st October (6pm).
Halloween Events at The World of Glass (30 – 31 October)
The World of Glass in St Helens is gearing up for A Haunting Halloween Bash on the eve of Halloween! Brave souls can explore their eerie haunted tunnels (if you dare!), join in spine-chilling party games, and dance the night away to the Monster Mash. Don’t forget to don your scariest attire for a chance to win their thrilling Halloween costume contest.
Then, on Halloween join them for their Haunted Tunnel Tour and Craft event creating your very own spooky creations! Both events are recommended for age 4 – 10yrs.
The Nightmare Before Christmas at Liverpool Philharmonic (31 October)
Join the fun and step into Halloween Town with a screening of The Nightmare Before Christmas at Liverpool Philharmonic Hall. This Academy Award nominated stop-motion musical fantasy tells the story of Jack Skellington, the Pumpkin King, who plots to take charge of the festive season.
Featuring a magical soundtrack by Danny Elfman and with an organ introduction from resident organist Dave Nicholas, who performs as their unique Walturdaw cinema screen rises from the stage.
Murder Mystery: The Body Snatchers Halloween Special (31 October)
Join DBY interactive in this interactive theatrical Halloween Special Murder Mystery Show Downstairs at the Everyman Theatre. A night of secrets, deceit, missing bodies and murder. A Halloween Special not to be missed.
Theme : crime solving fictional story based on the dark history of the body snatchers of Liverpool linked to Hope Street and the Everyman. Period drama. Puzzle solving. Crime solving. Mature drama. Not for the faint hearted.
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