It’s that time of year when children love to get out that spooky outfit and consume more sweets than their bodies want them to. Adults want to dress up and plan to drink spooky cocktails like a bloody martini and who can resist the Halloween 3 for 2 offers at the supermarket?
If however, you fancy doing a few more fun things check out below what ideas I have planned for you.
First of all Visit Hampshire has created an amazing list of things to do to celebrate Halloween and autumn. My favourite, Rogate Farm was like landing on a Beetlejuice movie set. We had the most fun day out and will probably aim to visit again this year. One thing to note is it can get quite muddy so pack your wellies. Fun for all the family.
Go See The Addams Family at The Kings Theatre 24th – 26th October FAMILY
This spooky musical is just the ticket for a fun evening out with your family. Get onboard with the favourite kooky family in this original musical about love, family, honesty and growing up.
Wednesday Addams, the ultimate princess of darkness, has grown up and has a shocking secret that only Gomez knows; she’s fallen in love with a sweet, smart young man from a respectable family! Now, Gomez Addams must do something he’s never done before — keep a secret from his beloved wife, Morticia. Everything will change for the whole family on the fateful night they host a dinner for Wednesday’s “normal” boyfriend and his parents. All the usual clan are present – Uncle Fester, Lurch, Pugsley and Grandma!
Get ready for a fantastic show that is in Southsea for just 3 nights from the 24th until the 26th of October. I loved the first night’s performance and thought Gomez was one of my favourites! Uncle Fester has you in stitches all the way through. You can get tickets here.
Beetlejuice Beetlejuice at the Cinema FAMILY
If you loved the original film, you are going to love this! With lots of original cast members, like Michael Keaton, Catherine O’Hara, and Winona Ryder, it really does make you smile.
After a family tragedy, three generations of the Deetz family return home to Winter River. Still haunted by Beetlejuice, Lydia’s life is turned upside down when her teenage daughter, Astrid, accidentally opens the portal to the Afterlife.
Favourite moments for me were seeing Catherine O’Hara as I think her acting just gets better with age!
Halloween Party at the Wedgewood Rooms Friday 1st November ADULT
If you feel the Halloween dancing party vibe then head to the cool venue usually for bands to have an exciting night!
Entry is on a first come first served basis and free entry in fancy dress – £10.00 if you can’t be bothered, Check out their socials for more details.
Black Out Roller Disco – Pitt Street Skatepark – Saturday 2nd November 7pm until 11pm ADULT
Get ready for a night of thrills at the Hip Hop Halloween Blackout Roller Disco on Saturday, 2nd November at Pitt Street Skatepark! From 7:00 PM to 11:00 PM, the lights will go low, the beats will drop, and the skatepark will be transformed into a roller disco wonderland, complete with disco lights and hip-hop tunes to keep you moving all night long.
Important: The skatepark itself will be closed for skating – this event is all about the roller disco! So bring your skates, your best moves, and get ready to roll in the dark.
The skatepark is also hosting a best-dressed competition, so don’t forget to turn up in your Halloween finest for a chance to win some exciting prizes!
Kids Roller Disco – Pitt Street Skate Park – Wednesday 30th of October UNDER 16
Head on down for a frightfully fun time at the Kids Spooky Wheeled Disco on Wednesday, 30th October at Pitt Street Skatepark! From 4:00 PM to 6:45 PM, the skatepark will be transformed into a Halloween-themed playground for kids under 16. Whether you’re on skates, scooters, or skateboards, come show off your best moves and spooky costumes!
There will be prizes for the best dressed, so make sure to come in your most creative or scary costume. Whether you’re a witch, a ghost, or a skeleton on wheels, you could win some amazing goodies!
Parents are welcome to join the fun, but they must be accompanied by a child to participate. This is a family-friendly Halloween celebration packed with prizes, surprises, and spooky fun.
Zombie Apocalypse – Mountbatten Centre – Tuesday 29th October 10am – 11.30am KIDS OVER 6
It’s the Halloween/Zombie apocalypses they’re all talking about . It’s 90 mins of Nerfing with the undead and has a battle Royale that’s quite literally Ghoulish.
If they’re 6 or over (ish) and like Nerf, they’ll love this . All the instructors will be in fancy dress so your Mini Warriors are welcome to do so too (plus parents can join in) and the organisers may even dip into the armoury and dig out some prizes from the best Costume! As always all they need is a drink and the team supply everything else they need, blasters, darts, safety glasses and of course the entertainment
