Film screenings

Enjoy the novelty of a drive-in cinema experience at Let’s Go Hydro, with film screenings running from 16 October - 2 November. Horror film buffs can enjoy both traditional and modern classics such as Scream, Friday the 13th and Child's Play; while the fainter of heart can choose from lighter options like The Addams Family, Hocus Pocus and Casper.

Enjoy scary film classics from the comfort of your car

Adrenaline seekers and outdoor fun

Looking to lift your heart rate a little? Fear Forest at Colin Glen Forest Park is currently running until 31 October, promising a night of adrenaline-filled fun and scares. Choose to ride through darkness on the park’s Ghost Coaster; or take a 250-metre zip line through the forest and witness views of demonic clowns and other terrifying characters lurking below. A standard night pass is £35 per person; and you can travel easily to the park via the Glider bus service.

Belfast is also playing host to a variety of spooky tours throughout the Halloween season, from the Halloween Paranormal Tour and Jail of Horror at Crumlin Road Gaol, to Paranormal and Ghost Tours of Belfast City Centre.

For a more wholesome Halloween evening, Let's Go Hydro is playing host to a pumpkin patch and carving station, as well as barrel rides and s'mores by the fire - book now for cosy autumn vibes.

Get your adrenaline pumping at ghostly tours and spooky forest hikes

Music and Performance

For those searching for Halloween events in Belfast with a musical twist, we have you covered:

• Enjoy a Halloween themed night of live Disco, Funk and Soul at The Errigle Inn on Halloween night
• Immerse yourself in metal bangers and emo classics at Nightmare on Fountain Street at Voodoo Belfast on Friday 31 – and pop over to The Empire Belfast for even more iconic emo hits at the Black Parade Party!

Elsewhere, enjoy spooky performances across the city, from story-telling to drag excellence! Take the Drag Bus around Belfast city centre on 1 November for a mixture of sightseeing and performances by queen Kandy Carousel.

In Belfast's Queer Quarter, join Queen’s Creative Writing graduate Dara McWade for an evening of ghost stories by candlelight at The Reporter Bar every Thursday in October from 8pm - DM via Instagram to reserve a spot.

For some interactive fun, W5 Late Fright Night promises an evening of spooky campfire tales of terror, mask making and speed quizzes.

Events on campus

Don’t forget to check out our on-campus events! Visit Mandela Hall on Monday 20 October for a magical night of Harry Potter quizzing – robes and pointed hat are optional but welcomed! Mandela Hall is also playing host to a Double Header Halloween Tribute Show on Saturday 25 for fans of KISS and AC/DC; and the annual Headbangerz rock and metal club ball on Halloween night.

Test your Potter knowledge at the upcoming quiz in Mandela Hall

Also, make sure to check out events hosted by Queen’s clubs and societies – particularly those hosted by the winner of Best New Society at the SU Awards 2025, the Scream Queens Society!

Student blogs

Finally, get inspired by how our students have previously celebrated Halloween:

• VIDEO: Spend Halloween with me in Derry
• A Very Derry Halloween
• VIDEO: Halloween Happenings at Queen's Accommodation
• Five Spooktacular Hallowe’en Activities in Belfast and Beyond

Halloween happenings at Queen's Accommodation!

Stay safe and have a Happy Halloween!

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Hannah Reilly Staff Writer | Queen's Global I’m a two-time graduate of Queen’s University Belfast and now a current staff member of Queen’s Global! As well as helping with general content management for the main Queen’s website, I also collaborate with current students to create relatable and useful content for the student blog.  I studied BA English and MA English Literary Studies at Queen’s and have since worked in various editorial positions in Belfast, including previous roles as Editorial Assistant and Assistant Commissioning Editor for local publications. In my spare time, I enjoy reading novels (and attending various book clubs), studying Korean at the Queen’s Language Centre and attending Belfast Giants ice hockey games!