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Halloween parties worth howling about in Queensland

2min | The best spots in Queensland to celebrate Halloween the Australian way
Skeleton on tap

The Sunshine State just got a little darker, with Halloween events clouding the coastline

Tropical weather, terrifying behaviour. A creepy vibe has washed in on the latest Queensland tide with Halloween mysteries, parties and disco events now dotting the shore. Solve the case of The Last Librarian, battle it out in an 80s v 90s dancefloor showdown and howl the tunes at killer karaoke events. Check out the best spots in Queensland to celebrate Halloween this year, Aussie style!

Jubilee Tavern, Airlie Beach

‘Horrorland’ is descending on the Jubilee Tavern in Airlie Beach, with a fang-tastic after-dark line up. Expect roaming scare actors, creepy circus decor, a spooky smoke machine and a balloon drop with prizes happening all around the venue. Be sure to dress drop-dead gorgeous to be in the running for prizes. A live band and DJ will keep the party pumping into the night, and the courtesy bus is available until midnight.

Bookings recommended.

Cocktails and clowns
Cocktails and clowns will haunt your nightmares

The Strand Hotel, Yeppoon

It’s the night everyone’s been waiting for in Yeppoon, with The Strand Hotel going bigger, darker and wilder with ‘Halloween at Horizon’. It’s Yeppoon’s biggest Halloween party with free entry before 10pm. Come dressed to impress, scare and win because the best costumes are taking home the prizes. Grab your crew, pick your costume and get ready to turn Horizon into a nightmare. Trick-or-treat yourself and your friends by booking in for cocktails and dinner at The Strand Hotel first. 

Book a table here.

Sundowner Hotel, Caboolture

Have you got dance moves to die for? Show them off at Sundowner Hotel‘s Halloween Dance Party. Dress up in your best Halloween costume and bring your favourite spooky character to life. Whether you’re a classic vampire, a horror movie icon, a creepy clown or something completely original, costumes are highly encouraged. A live DJ will be spinning dancefloor favourites that are just too ghoul for school, so round up your crew, hit the dancefloor and join us for a night you’ll never remember… 

Book a table here!

Halloween costumes
Dress to distress and take home best-dressed prizes

Cutlers Arms, Indooroopilly

This Halloween, step into a night of mystery, murder and puzzles at Cutlers Arms, Indooroopilly. Can you solve the mystery of The Last Librarian, or will time run out? Enjoy a three-course set menu alongside an interactive murder mystery experience, with each player and table working together to crack puzzles, solve riddles, uncover clues and piece together the mystery before it’s too late. Expect a mix of murder mystery, escape room-style challenges, puzzles and plenty of spooky twists along the way. Gather your team and put your detective skills to the test this Halloween.

Book your team’s table here!

Riverside Arms, Brisbane

‘Murder on the dancefloor’ has no place at the Riverside Arms this Halloween, because they’re throwing a 80s v 90s Spooktacular song showdown! This free-entry freaky-fest will hear the biggest 80s and 90s hits all night, from pop classics and singalong favourites to dancefloor anthems. Dress as your favourite icon from either decade for a chance to win the Best Dressed Competition. Two iconic decades, one massive party. Boo, felicia!

Book a table here!

Halloween DJ
The DJ’s going to divide the dancefloor at Riverside Arms

Club Hotel, Waterford

Get ready for a frightfully fun night of karaoke, costumes and chaos at The Club Hotel, Waterford. Belt out your favourite tunes and hit the monster mash at this Halloween-themed night hosted by Karaoke Freaks and dress-to-distress for a chance at a prize. Whether you’re a karaoke regular or just coming along for a boogie, it’s set to be a mare of a night.

Book a table here!

Retros, Gold Coast

It’s Panic at The Disco at Retro’s Gold Coast, with Halloween taking over for one unforgettable night of throwback anthems, killer cocktails and costume chaos. Whether you’re channelling your favourite movie villain, pop culture icon or something completely unhinged, this is your chance to go all out. Don’t ghost them… they’re just dying to see you there.

Reserve your spot here!

Halloween costumes
Costumes encouraged on the Retros Gold Coast dance floor

Looking for some freaky, family-friendly fun for everyone to enjoy?

Salisbury Hotel, Brisbane

Get ready for a spook-tacular night of music, dancing and fun at Salisbury Hotel’s Kids Halloween Disco on Saturday October 24. Plus, kids eat free with each adult main meal. It’s the perfect way to kick off your Halloween celebrations.

Book your table here!

Hotel HQ, Underwood

Has your little one got a resting witch face? Bring them along to Hotel HQ, Underwood’s Witch Disco. Let your little ghosts and goblins dance the afternoon away to awesome tunes, games & prizes on Saturday, 31st October.

Book in here!

Bribie Island Hotel, Bribie Island

Something wicked is coming to Bribie Island this year, with a Halloween kids party bringing dancing and delicious surprises to the Bribie Island Hotel. Kids can explore the House of Horrors, dance along to a DJ party and show off their best costumes to win best-dressed prizes.

Book in now!

Jubilee Tavern, Airlie Beach

There’s something spooky for everyone at Jubilee Tavern in Airlie Beach this Halloween, with one big night of family fun, live entertainment and plenty of scares.  Bring the kids along from 4pm for a trick-or-treat trail through Jubilee featuring creepy face-painting, haunted carnival games, a scary photobooth and a kids’ dance party.

Book in now!

Kids dressed up for Halloween
There are plenty of kids Halloween celebrations for your little witch or ghost

Do Halloween a little differently this year and pop into your local pub

It doesn’t have to be trick-or-treating or pumpkin carving, but it could be killer karaoke, 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. 

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