Creepy, haunting Halloween ideas

Zombie tag, ghouls night out, sexy beach party

Last updated: Thursday, 24 October 2024

Boys and girls of every age, would you like to see something strange? Whether you’re a horror film lover, master of disguise, or a champion of running away from zombies, we’ve conjured up a lineup of spine-tingling events just for you. Wander through a haunted house, have a ghouls night out, or dance around (in costume, of course) at the Pink Room, and that’s just the beginning… 

SEXY, SPOOKY PARTY ON THE BEACH  

Dance along the seaside at Sexy Groovy Love’s Halloween-themed season opener. Music artists include Blaqkongo, Bruno Morphet, Disc-Lexa, Lila Gouws, Madmotormiquel, and Yo-Gurt. You can dress up in your most lavish costumes, sip on enticing elixirs, and let the music lift your spirits at Grand Africa Café & Beach.

Date: Saturday, 2 November to Sunday, 3 November, 2pm to 2am

Cost: From R390, book via Howler

1 Haul Road | V&A Waterfront | @sexygroovylove | Image: Sexy Groovy Love

PLAY TAG WITH ZOMBIES  

Run away from zombies on giant trampolines at Rush. Zombies will invade the trampolines every 20 minutes, giving participants just five minutes to dodge and survive. Each jumper gets a sash with three tags that represent free jumps, and your goal is to outlast the zombies and keep your tags intact. Zombie tag is for those aged 12 and up. 

Date: Friday, 25 October and Saturday 26 October, 6pm to 8pm 

Cost: R200 per person, book via RUSH SA 

25 Stegman Road | Claremont | @rushclaremont | Image: Rush

PUMPKIN BOWLING & TRICK OR TREAT 

Join Noordhoek Riding Club for a thrilling night of trick or treating and pumpkin bowling at their Halloween Haunted House. There’ll be a haunted house, jumping castle and photobooth. You can bring the whole family and pack a picnic basket or buy food from the pop-up vendors. All funds raised will go towards Noordhoek Pony Club. 

Date: Thursday, 31 October, 5pm to 8pm 

Cost: R100 for kids, adults free, book via Quicket 

 Katzenellenbogen Street | Noordhoek | @noordhoekridingclub 

SING ALONG TO 2000s BANGERS  

Travel back to the time of iPods and flip phones at The Outlore Base’s NOUGHTIES event. Their variety show will have live singing and dancing to iconic tracks from Britney, Usher, Beyoncé, and more. Doors open at 7pm and you can show up in your scariest costume (there's a prize for the best dressed). 

Date: Thursday, 31 October, 6:30pm to 10:30pm

Cost: R150, book via Quicket

2nd Floor | 80 Hout Street | @groundfloor_live | Image: Ground Floor Live 

HAVE A GHOULS NIGHT OUT   

Grab your friends and have a chilling night out at Kalk Bay Theatre, watching Stella Rose perform her one-night-only Halloween show, Ghoul’s Night Out. Expect songs from your favourite horror movies and a performance that will have you spellbound. Salt is nearby for dinner or dessert after the show. 

Date: Thursday, 31 October, 8:30pm to 9:30pm

Cost: R275, book via Quicket

Main Road | Kalk Bay | @stellarproductionsza | Image: Stellar Productions

DARK HUMOUR AT A COMEDY SHOW  

Celebrate Halloween with a night of laughs at Ground Culture Café. With Kaashif Stellenboom as the host, it’ll be a relaxed evening of sharp wit, clever storytelling, and special guest performances. You can dress up in your spooky costumes and come early for dinner and drinks. It's a laid-back way to enjoy the evening with some laughs. 

Date: Thursday, 31 October, 4pm to 7pm

Cost: R80 online and R100 at the door, book via Quicket 

Shop 5 | 170 Lower Main Rd | Observatory | @groundculture | Image: Ground Culture Café

HORROR FILMS AT THE LABIA   

It’s the 20th edition of the South African HORRORFEST, and this year there’s a lineup of 15 feature films and 32 short films from around the globe. There will be a special 50th-anniversary screening of The Texas Chain Saw Massacre (where you can dress up) and a classic 16mm film projection of Freaks. Horror movies will run from 30 October to 10 November. 

Date: 30 October to 10 November, various times

Cost: From R75, book via Quicket

68 Orange Street | Gardens | @sahorrorfest | Image: South African HorrorFest

DRESS UP FOR A SPOOKY SPRING BALL   

Come dressed up (or keep it casual) and enjoy a night of live performances from Coasters, CLUB VALLEY, Internet Girl, and a special guest performance by aboynamedblu at the Pink Room at Gorgeous George. The Halloween Spring Ball promises a vibrant mix of music, creativity and a night filled with electrifying vibes. Doors open at 6pm. 

Date: Thursday, 31 October, 6pm to 11pm

Cost: R150 via Quicket

 118 St Georges Mall |@thepinkroom_cpt 
By Saarah Gierdien

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