Melbourne takes Halloween events to harrowing heights

Forget trick or treating, delve into the deep and dark underworld of speakeasy murder mysteries, a witch’s potion class for little witches and wizards, and a heat and horror-fueled Pitbull rave. Yes, Mr Worldwide. Melbourne’s putting its own daring twist on the Halloween holiday traditions and inviting you to come along for the experience… if you dare. Check out the best spots in Melbourne to celebrate Halloween this year, Aussie style!

Ease into the spooky festivities at The Espy in St Kilda, with their Halloween Trivia on Wednesday October 28. Think you know your horror icons from your slasher villains? Can you tell your cult classics from your modern nightmares and your jump scares from your genuine horror moments? Round up your team and head to The Espy for a night of slashers, horror and Halloween trivia hosted by The Craic Co. 

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The Provincial Hotel is bringing the heat and the horror with a free Mr. Worldwide Halloween Night on Friday October 9, dedicated to Pitbull but dressed to kill. Expect nonstop party vibes, dancefloor chaos and big energy till late – every night’s a fiesta, this one’s just extra spooky with Mr. 305 haunting the speakers. Bald caps and costumes encouraged. Free entry!

Halloween must be haunting The Provincial Hotel, because something’s gone very wrong on Brunswick Street. Come along on Friday October 30 for a live-hosted murder mystery where you’ll follow the clues, interrogate the suspects and try to uncover the killer before they get away with it. Solve the murder or don’t, but once the body’s cold, the Saloon comes alive with a DJ party, drinks and dancing. There’ll be no escaping that dancefloor.

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A wooden stake. A castle full of suspects. One blood-curdling mystery. Get along to Melbourne’s most atmospheric hidden bar Fall From Grace on Monday October 26 for a gruesome murder mystery set in Dracula’s castle. Humans and ghouls have been locked in a bitter feud for centuries. But when Dr. Acula is found dead with a wooden stake through his heart, old enemies and unlikely suspects are brought together under one roof. The castle is sealed, the killer is among you, and the night is only just beginning. Can you uncover the truth before the final scream?

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It’s not about what you know, it’s about what you see. Decode images, crack patterns and solve riddles at The Quarterhouse‘s Halloween edition of Pubble – the themed puzzle adventure. Free to join in and with epic prizes to be won, this one’s a nice and easy way to enjoy the festive fun.

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Step into The Witching Hour at West Beach Pavilion for a night of fire, fortunes and dancing. Expect tarot readings, live fire performances, DJs, themed cocktails and plenty of Halloween mischief. Dress spooking, call on your coven and gather by the by for a Halloween rave to remember.

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The Espy, St Kilda

Get ready for a spooky morning of music, dancing and glowing Halloween fun at The Espy‘s Halloween Kids Disco. Your little dance vamps can enjoy a live DJ, UV face painting and plenty of dancing between 11am-1pm. Dress up in your favourite Halloween costume and get ready for a treat they’ll be talking about all day long.

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The Victoria Hotel, Yarraville

Bring along the little ones for some family fun at Victoria Hotel in Yarraville and a Halloween Witches Potion Workshop. Little witches and wizards can create their own bubbling and fizzing potions under the guidance of real witches. Enjoy Halloween-themed mocktails, spooky soft serves and Halloween face painting before the workshop. It’s the perfect pre-festival activity for families looking to make the most of Halloween in Yarraville. 

Spots are limited, so book early!

It doesn’t have to be trick-or-treating or pumpkin carving, but it could be themed trivia, a spooky dance party or a who-dunnit over cocktails. If you’re looking to celebrate the day in an Aussie way, don’t go past your local pub. Just be sure to book your spot