Time to get your spook on…

Still not made Halloween party plans yet? We’re here to help.

Whether it’s ghoulishly good ladies’ night offers or ‘spooktacular’ live performances, we’ve rounded up all the best Halloween parties in Dubai this week.

Now, just to plan our costumes…

Tuesday: Industrial Avenue

Industrial Avenue is set to host its first Halloween party on Tuesday October 30 and it’s got a ‘Day of the Dead’ theme. Expect hip-hop and R&B hits, an immersive Halloween production, and complimentary wine and vodka all night for ladies.

Industrial Avenue, The Westin Mina Seyahi, Dubai Marina, 9pm to 3am, Tuesday October 30. Tel: (052) 306 6527. industrialavenuedubai.com

Wednesday: The Penthouse

Party brand Candypants is taking over their usual Saturday spot for a Halloween themed party on Wednesday October 31. The free entry event will see international DJ duo Tango & Mick Willow take up deck duty, with an unlimited drinks package from 9pm to 11pm for Dhs149 for ladies and Dhs249 for guys.

Candypants at The Penthouse, FIVE Palm Jumeirah, 9pm to 5am, Wednesday October 31. Tel: (050) 220 4638. Facebook.com/Candypantsevents

Wednesday: Base

Superclub Base Dubai is opening for a special edition of Kontact, the house night which usually takes place at 1 OAK this Wednesday October 31. Headlining will be the ‘terrifyingly talented’ DJ duo Bedouin, who will be in town from New York for the gig.

Base Dubai, Dubai Design District, 10pm to 4am, Wednesday October 31. Tel: (055) 313 4999. Basedubai.com

Wednesday: Barasti

Barasti’s now legendary Halloween bash is back on Wednesday October 31, and the ever-popular DJ Jazzy Jeff will be returning to the decks to celebrate the occasion. But can we expect an appearance from the Fresh Prince too? Let’s hope so.

Barasti, Le Méridien Mina Seyahi Beach Resort & Marina, Dubai Marina Dubai, 11am to 3am, Wednesday October 31. Tel: (04) 318 1313. barastibeach.com

Wednesday: House Party Bar

In true 90s style, House Party Dubai is throwing a party with a BEETLEJUICE theme on Wednesday October 31. Expect 90s hits all night, prizes for the best 90s costumes and a happy hour package from 6pm to 9pm.

House Party Bar, Fairmont Dubai, Sheikh Zayed Road, 6pm to late, Wednesday October 31. Tel: 050 995 5400. Facebook.com/Housepartydubai

Wednesday: 40 Kong

With the roof firmly off, Luv Events new season at 40 Kong has officially begun. This week, their weekly ladies’ night is getting a makeover where guests can expect creepy characters, bone-chilling surprises and a live performance by Major Lazer’s The Jillionaire.

40 Kong, The H Hotel, Sheikh Zayed Road, 9pm to 3am, Wednesday October 31. Tel: (052) 699 9957. Facebook.com/LuvEventsDxb

Wednesday: Lucky Voice

This Halloween, Lucky Voice is bringing Quentin Tarantino’s ‘Dusk Till Dawn’ to life. Expect live acts as well as four free drinks for ladies from 8pm. You’d better make an effort with your costume too, as there’s a Dhs2000 prize for the best dressed guest.

Lucky Voice, Grand Millennium, Barsha Heights, 8pm to 3am, Wednesday October 31. Tel: (800) 5825. luckyvoice.ae

Wednesday: White Dubai

It’s more treats than tricks at the special edition of White Dubai’s URBN ladies’ night on Wednesday October 31 with ladies treated to free drinks all night long. Expect a ‘Psycholand’ theme and urban hits from 11pm to 4am.

White Dubai, Meydan, 11pm to 4am, Wednesday October 31. Tel: (050) 443 0933. whitedubai.com

Wednesday: Tribeca

This year Halloween falls over Tribeca’s weekly ‘Queen Bee’ ladies’ night, so there will be unlimited themed cocktails for ladies from 8pm to midnight on Wednesday October 31, as well as a best dressed costume, with the winner bagging themselves a two-night stay at the JA Hatta Fort Hotel.

Tribeca, first floor, JA Ocean View Hotel, Dubai Marina, 8pm onwards, Wednesday October 31. Tel: (050) 345 6067. tribeca.ae

Wednesday to Friday: Toy Room

Frank the Bear is throwing not one, but three Halloween parties this year at his Toy Room home in the Soho Garden complex. Kicking off on Wednesday October 31 and running until Friday November 2, the venue is promising three nights of extra dark mischief making…

Toy Room, Soho Garden, Meydan, 11pm to 3am, Wednesday to Friday. Tel: (052) 463 3338. Facebook.com/ToyRoomdxb

Thursday: Zero Gravity

On Thursday November 1, Zero Gravity will be completely transformed into a haunted beach club full of things that go bump (and splash) in the night. Besides the décor, it’s the costumes that come through the door that really make this party unmissable, with up to Dhs50,000 cash prizes to be won for the best costumes.

Zero Gravity, Sky Dive Dubai, Dubai Marina, 6pm to 3am, Thursday November 1, free for ladies, Dhs50 before 9pm guys, Dhs100 after 9pm. Tel: (04) 399 0009. 0-gravity.ae

Friday: Mr Miyagi’s

On Friday November 2, Mr Miayagi’s will transform into Dubai’s ultimate Full Moon party, and everyone’s invited. As well as all of their usual five courses of epic Asian sharing dishes, crowd karaoke, glitter stations and games, there will be three hours of ‘spooked-up’ cocktails, Thai buckets with a dark twist and Halloween-themed food and beverages available.

Mr Miyagi’s, Media One Hotel, Wok & Roll Halloween brunch Friday November 2, 3pm to 6pm and 8pm to 11pm, Dhs290 house, Dhs390 sparkling. Tel: (04) 420 7489. mrmiyagisdubai.com

Friday: Lock, Stock & Barrel

Lock, Stock & Barrel JBR and Lock, Stock & Barrel Barsha Heights are set to transform into a terrifying one-stop chop-shop, bringing you a night of horror, screams and fits of laughter. Be sure to dress the part, as Dhs5000 cash will be up for grabs for the best dressed. Rimmel will be on duty to create looks of extreme revulsion, and the bands are on stage from 10:30pm for a ‘manic breakdown’ of epic favourites. The doctor will see you now…

Lock, Stock & Barrel, Grand Millennium, Barsha Heights and Rixos Premium JBR, The Walk, 7pm to late, Friday November 2. lsbdubai.com

Friday: Candypants Halloween Mega Brunch at FIVE

Candypants infamous Halloween MEGA Brunch is back, and it’s got a brand new home in the FIVE Palm Jumeirah ballroom. With space for twice as many brunchers, guests can expect all the usual Candypants Mega Brunch action, as well as guest DJ duo Tango & Mick Willow taking up deck duty. 

The Ballroom, FIVE Palm Jumeirah, The Palm, Dubai, brunch 1pm to 4pm, after party 4pm onwards, Friday November 2, Dhs395. Tel: (050) 220 4638. Facebook.com/Candypantsevents

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