At last, spooky season is upon us. As wafts of pumpkin spice drift through Brighton’s lanes, mingling with the salty sea air, you may find yourself pining for the perfect Halloween events in Brighton this year. Well, pine no more. Read on to discover Halloween markets, afternoon teas, arts and crafts workshops, karaoke and more, but only if you dare…
Halloween Events In Brighton in 2023
Brighton Artisan Halloween Market
For a fun-filled afternoon featuring small businesses, artists, creators and bakers, with a Halloween twist, Brighton Artisan Halloween Market is a must-visit for all the family.
Children who come dressed up will receive a free goodie bag, and have the chance to win an awesome prize for being best dressed. Little ones can also enjoy a free craft zone, and expert face painting from a professional face and body artist.
The fancy dress isn’t just for kids though, with Gladrags (a local theatrical clothing charity) running a fabulous dress-up opportunity with a photo booth to record your spooky outfit. Plus, four-legged members of the family can get involved with free doggy dress up too!
Crafty activities and free seasonal giveaways (including pumpkins!) from Brighton Grub Hub are also available! Of course, there will be iconic street food, a bar and fabulous music to create the perfect Halloween atmosphere.
When: Saturday 28th October from 11 am – 4 pm
Where: Circus Street Market, Circus Street, Brighton, BN2 9QF
Website: https://www.paperdaisyevents.co.uk/halloween-artisan-market
Halloween Afternoon Teas
Craving the sweet cinnamon hit that comes hand-in-hand with Autumn? Then a Halloween-themed Afternoon Tea may be just what you’re looking for. A huge range of Brighton’s best cafes and restaurants are offering delicious, spooky-themed treats for grown-ups and children alike.
Voted Brighton’s best afternoon tea, for three years in a row, The Grand Brighton provides an indulgent and spooky afternoon tea between the 25th and 31st of October. Expect the best flavours of the autumnal season, including mini toffee apples, spiced pumpkin and vanilla frosted cake, a marbled chocolate orange delice, and apple and ginger scones. The beautiful setting and spectacular sea view will make this a deathly decadent experience to remember.
For a selection of freshly prepared savouries, including finger sandwiches and mini buns, as well as spooky sweet treats like tombstone brownies, blood red-velvet croissants, and creepy-crawly carrot cakes, Oeuf Cafe in Hove is the place for you. Available on the 30th and 31st of October, Oeuf’s Halloween afternoon tea includes champagne options, and child tickets too, with prices ranging from £16 to £36.
Another option would be the Halloween-themed afternoon tea on offer at Puzzle Bored. Head over to this fantastic newly opened puzzle cafe to try their Halloween afternoon tea for 2 alongside a puzzle. Priced at £19.99, it will be available from the 21st-22nd of October and 28th-29th of October.
Halloween Karaoke: Arcobaleno
Hosted at Arcobaleno (an LGBTQ+ Café, Gay Bar and Events space) in Kemptown, will be Dick Day’s Halloween Karaoke night!
Fancy dress is strongly encouraged, to create a Halloween Karaoke night you won’t forget. From 8 pm till late, the stage and the spotlight await you in your spookiest attire. With free entry, cracking drinks deals, a lively and inclusive atmosphere, as well as a legendary Maltese-inspired menu, Halloween Karaoke at Arcobaleno will put the Queen in Halloween.
When: Saturday 21st October at 8 pm
Where: 120 St George’s Rd, Kemptown, Brighton, BN2 1EA, United Kingdom
Pinot & Picasso: Halloween Horrors
Pinot & Picasso specialise in paint-and-sip experiences, combining art masterclasses with drinks, music and a party atmosphere. For the spooky season, however, they are offering special family-friendly events, perfect for little monsters!
Get the whole family together to paint an awesome Halloween scene, featuring a spooky sunset, cobwebs, a bat, and of course, a pumpkin. All art materials are included, as well as a talented artist ready to guide you through every step of the way.
With fancy dress very much encouraged, prizes for the best dressed, and an epic Halloween party playlist, this event is perfect for creative kids and their grownups to channel their creepy creativity, while having a super spooky blast.
Priced at just £20 per person for a three-hour session, the Halloween Horrors session is available during half term on Thursday 26th October from 10:30 am until 1:30 pm.
Plus, grown-ups can enjoy the evening version of the event on Halloween itself, priced at £39, on Tuesday 31st October from 7 pm until 9:30 pm.
When: Thursday 26th October from 10:30 – 1:30 pm or Tuesday 31st October from 7 – 9:30 pm.
Where: Pinot & Picasso Brighton Venue, 127 Gloucester Road, Brighton, BN1 4AF
Website: https://www.pinotandpicasso.uk/brighton/session/themed-event-halloween-horrors/
Halloween Floral Pumpkin Workshops
Can’t get enough creepy craft activities? Give your pumpkin a new, beautiful lease of life with expert florists who will help you to create a beautiful floral centrepiece from your pumpkin.
Brighton Flower Company are offering a 2-hour floral arranging workshop to create a pumpkin centrepiece this Halloween. With no previous knowledge of flower arranging required, you will be expertly guided through innovative flower arranging techniques, allowing you to create the perfect Halloween centrepiece.
Also on offer is the pumpkin carving and floral arranging workshop at the stunning One Garden Brighton, a walled garden in the beautiful Stanmer Park. Guided by expert floristry tutors from Plumpton College, you will create a stunning pumpkin display using fresh seasonal flowers.
All of the decorations, tools and flowers you need will be provided, including fresh and beautiful flowers and greenery, and additional vibrant decorations.
Whichever workshop you choose, you will leave with brand-new knowledge, techniques and skills, as well as a show-stopping floral pumpkin centrepiece to decorate your home, just in time for Halloween!
Brighton Flower Company workshop:
When: Saturday 28th October 2023 from 2 – 4 pm
Where: The Brighton Flower Company, 102 Western Road, Brighton, BN1 2AA
Website: https://classbento.co.uk/halloween-floral-pumpkin-workshop-brighton
Plumpton College Workshop:
When: Saturday 28th October from 10:30 – 12:15 pm or 1:30 – 3:15 pm
Where: One Garden Brighton, Stanmer Park, Lewes Road, Brighton, BN1 9SE
Website: https://www.plumpton.ac.uk/courses/autumn-pumpkin-workshop-one-day-course-518/
Horror Film Marathon: Brighton Film Club
If your ideal Halloween event is more gory than gorgeous, then Brighton Film Club’s night of short horror films from around the world may be for you.
Hosted (or should I say, ghosted) at The Rose Hill, brave guests can enjoy expertly selected spine-tingling shorts and hair-raising horrors, all while sipping on a beverage or two from the bar. Plus, you can bring your own food! So come prepared with plenty of popcorn, and get ready to be spoooooked.
Two dates available:
- Sun 22nd October 2023 from 7 – 10 pm at The Rose Hill, Rose Hill Terrace, Brighton, BN1 4JL
- Tue 31 Oct 2023 from 7 – 10 pm at Plus X Innovation, Lewes Road, Brighton, BN2 4GL
Tickets: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/o/pop-up-brighton-3378843492
Potion Cocktail Making
During the Halloween season, from Oct 16 to Nov 5, The Cauldron (a fantasy-inspired cocktail bar and pub) opens its doors to witches, wizards and spellcasters for a potion-themed cocktail experience.
Guests use a working magic wand to receive a welcome drink, as well as to interact with the spookily decorated workstation to create their own molecular drinks.
With alcohol-free options, child tickets and student discounts, magical folk from all walks of life can enjoy creating and sipping their spooky drinks in the magical atmosphere of The Cauldron.
When: from 16th October to 5th November
Where: The Cauldron, 1-2 Clarence Gardens, Brighton, BN1 2EG
Website: https://thecauldron.io/brighton (Use Code: WLB_Potions at checkout for 10% off)
Halloween Costume Making
For young fashionistas and budding designers aged 6-11, The Fashion School Brighton is running a 5-day course of workshops on creating your very own Halloween costume from sustainable fabrics.
With a huge collection of materials and patterns available, as well as 5 days of expert tuition to help your child develop their clothes-making skills, this course is the perfect way to make a spooky outfit, have fun and learn all at the same time.
Suitable for all levels of experience, from beginners to more advanced needlesmiths, the course runs from 9 am – 1 pm Monday to Friday in half-term and is priced at £375 per student.
When: Monday 23rd to Friday 27th October
Where: The Fashion School Brighton, 69 North Road, Brighton, BN1 1YD
Website: https://bookwhen.com/thefashionschoolbrighton/e/ev-s500-20231023090000
Spooky Poetry Workshop
Fancy learning how to write about death, darkness and fear? Look no further than the Spooky Poetry Workshop hosted by the author of Body Compost & Other Ghost Poems: Éloïse.
This free event takes place at the Lighthouse, Brighton, and is the perfect way to channel your inner Gothic poet and explore darker emotions through poetry. Suitable for any and all levels, no matter if you’ve written before or not!
When: Friday 27th October from 3 – 5 pm
Where: Lighthouse, 28 Kensington Street, Brighton, BN1 4AJ
Website: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/spooky-poetry-workshop-tickets-729303746137
Wednesday Addams Dance Class
Wish you could dance like Wednesday Addams from THAT iconic scene? Of course you do! And now you can, by heading to My Charleston Dance’s Workshop, where you will learn the classic moves from Wednesday’s routine.
Enjoy the opportunity to let your hair down and cut some shapes, all while embracing the goth inside of us all. Prices start at £30 per person, with discounts for pair/adult-child bookings.
When: Saturday 28th October from 2 – 4 pm
Where: Brighton Girls High School, Montpelier Rd, Brighton BN1 3AT
