From haunted forests to bloody beach raves, and everything in between.
Dubai doesn’t do “low key” and Halloween is no exception. This year, the city’s after-dark scene is serving everything from luxe haunted dinners to wild beach blowouts, spooklicious brunches, and all-out costume chaos.
Whether you’re in the mood for a high-fashion fright or a full-throttle night of mayhem, here’s your guide to where to summon the spirits this Halloween weekend.
Best for High-End Haunts
Forbidden Forest at CÉ LA VI
Step into the shadows above the city as CÉ LA VI transforms into the Forbidden Forest. Expect eerie elegance with DJ Masha Vincent, live vocals by Fredrik Ferrier, and immersive performances that take over Level 54. Return Saturday for a spooky brunch with live music, magic, and more.
Address Sky View Hotel | 31 Oct & 1 Nov | dxb.celavi.com | 04 582 6111.
Sundays at 73, Mott 32 Dubai
Recover from the fright with sophistication. Mott 32 launches Sundays at 73, a refined three-course Cantonese lunch on the 73rd floor of Address Beach Resort. Expect dim sum artistry, roasted duck, and panoramic views of JBR. Add Minuty Rosé for AED198 and float into Sunday bliss.
Address Beach Resort | 12:30PM–4PM | mott32.com | 04 278 4832.
REDRUM Halloween Party at Sambaroom
Ascend to Level 51 for a night of twisted glamour at SushiSamba’s REDRUM. Think surreal luxury, live performances, and a dreamscape gone dark.
The Palm Tower, St. Regis | 31 Oct, 10:30PM | sushisamba.com | 04 278 4888.
Best for Fancy Dress and Costume Chaos
Monster Halloween Party at Zero Gravity
Zero Gravity goes huge with AED50,000 in cash prizes for the best-dressed creatures of the night. Expect fireworks, DJs, and an all-out monster mash till sunrise.
Dubai Marina | 31 Oct, from 8PM | Platinum List | 04 399 0009.
House of Hades at Gallery 7/40
Get spooky with a Greek twist. Friday night’s Big Fat Greek Brunch goes Halloween, featuring eerie entertainment and a wicked afterparty.
The Club, Palm Jumeirah | 31 Oct, 7PM–10PM | secret-parties.com | 04 580 3714.
Halloween Festival at Surf Club
Dubai’s top beach club transforms into a haunted paradise across two nights of Afro House and electronic beats. Come for the music, stay for the AED10,000 costume prize.
West Palm Beach | 30–31 Oct, from 8PM | ticketsfy.net | 050 578 2030.
Best for Wild Nights & Wicked Beats
Spaceman: Aftergrave at Soul Beach
5,000 ravers. Two stages. Alien inflatables. Expect next-level production and intergalactic energy as Teenage Mutants and Mia Mendi headline Dubai’s biggest Halloween beach invasion.
JA The Resort | 31 Oct, from 8PM | Platinumlist.
Barasti Halloween Bash ft. Le Twins
Barasti brings the bass with Le Twins live, free drinks for the first 500 guests, and prizes for best-dressed. Or grab the AED249 package for unlimited house drinks and bites.
Le Méridien Mina Seyahi | 31 Oct, from 6PM | @barastibeach | 04 511 7373.
Paradiso 666 at FIVE Luxe JBR
Step through the cosmic rift into Paradiso 666, a night of surreal visuals, interdimensional beats, and chaotic glamour. Costumes are compulsory for this one!
FIVE Luxe JBR | 30 Oct, 8PM–Late | paradisodubai.com | 04 455 9989.
Best for Spooky Brunches & Wicked Feasts
Halloween Night Brunch at Lola Taberna Española
Expect tapas, tunes, and tequila. Lola’s Halloween Brunch brings Spanish flair and Bacardi-fuelled fun, with a prize for the best-dressed guest.
TRYP by Wyndham, Barsha Heights | 31 Oct, 7PM | lolataberna.com | 04 247 6688.
Halloween Brunch Claw BBQ
Ditch the cowboy boots for southern comfort food and storybook character vibes. Afternoon of tunes, dress-up, and bites for the whole family.
Hilton Dubai Palm Jumeirah | 1 Nov, 12:30PM–4PM | hilton.com | 04 230 0073.
Garden on 8
Saturday Garden Party with a three-course themed menu, free-flowing creepy cocktails, costumes, and a deadly dancefloor.
Media One Hotel | 1 Nov, 1PM–4PM | sevenrooms.com | 052 144 7438.
Sinners Edition, Naughty Noodles Brunch at Maiden Shanghai
Saturday brunch goes spooky with smoke cannons, themed entertainment, and free-flowing drinks on FIVE Palm Jumeirah.
FIVE Palm Jumeirah | 1 Nov, 1PM–4PM | secret-parties.com | 04 455 9989.
McGettigan’s Factory
Afternoon brunch gets a frightful makeover with mischief, music, and monstrous energy on Palm West Beach.
Hilton Dubai Palm Jumeirah | 1 Nov, noon–5PM | 04 230 0073.
Best for Daytime Drama
Secrets in the Jungle at Monkey Bar
Creepy cocktails, haunted décor, and DJs spinning till 3AM. Entry is AED150 with a drink: this jungle’s got bite.
25Hours Hotel, Trade Center | 31 Oct, 9PM–3AM | monkeybardubai.com | 04 210 2566.
Halloween Themed Buffet at Mowsem
Halloween buffet dinner for all ages with creepy-crawly surprises and live face painting for the kids. There’s plenty of other ghoulish treats in store too!
Hilton Dubai Palm Jumeirah | 31 Oct, 6:30PM–10:30PM | SevenRooms | 04 230 0073.
Halloween at The Coterie
Expect a spooky pub quiz with throwback tunes, plenty of chaos, and a AED 2,500 prize. Costumes are encouraged but not compulsory, and you can come as you are for the fun and games.
Ibn Battuta Mall | 31 Oct, 8PM | coteriegroup.com | 058 566 4240.
