Dust off the old white sheet or come dressed in your most timely Halloween costume. One thing is for certain, this Hallow’s Eve is certain to be a good time.
Island Shangri-La’s Spook-tacular Staycation
Falling on a Sunday this year, make Halloween an event to remember with Island Shangri-La’s Spooktacular staycation package. In the spirit of autumn, the hotel’s Waterside Terrace transforms into a pumpkin patch for one weekend only, where guests can try their hands at pumpkin carving or alternatively, shmooze on wine and canapés. Guests who book a stay at the not-so haunted mansion can also enjoy sinfully sweet treats at cafe TOO, a mystery-themed three-course dinner at Lobster Bar and Grill as well as a special afternoon tea set replete with the most devilish finger food.
When: For bookings with a check-out date on October 31st
Where: Supreme Court Road, Central, Hong Kong
Reservations: For information on bookings, contact [email protected]
Madame Quad’s Rollerween at The Pulse
Roller skating has officially taken Hong Kong by storm so as the weather cools down, heat up Halloween with some disco fever. Madame Quad is hosting some dizzying disco sessions at The Quad in Repulse Bay, set to the tune of groovin’ beats. Whether you’re a pro in the rink or skating for the first time, this event is for everyone, as beginner’s workshops will run as well during the Open Skate sessions. To redeem a free ticket, you simply have to take yourself on a shopping spree of $800 at the pulse, otherwise tickets are priced at $150.
When: October 30-31st with three 2-hour Open Skate sessions per day
Where: the pulse, Repulse Bay
Escape Games at LOST
Also at the pulse is an activity for all the mystery-loving folks. Test your wits at LOST and join in on an escape game, where there will be clues and traps abound.
When: October 30th & 31st
Where: the pulse, Repulse Bay
Ticketing: Redeem a $20 off coupon at the concierge upon any spending at the pulse
Aqua’s Under Horror Party
Aqua’s One Peking address will transform into a sublime underworld for one night only, with an RSVP list including creatures of the abyss, dastardly pirates and more. Celebrate decadently with three-hours of free flow Veuve Clicquot Champagne as well as bespoke Aqua Halloween potions: Dark Tide, crafted with gin, charcoal, peach liqueur and chocolate toppings is darker than the darkest soul while Pirate’s Blood, featuring Captain Morgan’s spiced rum is made with a surprising combination of gunpowder tea syrup, Triple Sec, white cacao and clarified pineapple juice. Consider this your invitation to All Hallow’s Eve’s chicest party, and your calling to put on something scary.
When: October 30th
Where: Aqua, 29F + 30F, One Peking, Tsim Sha Tsui, Hong Kong
Ticketing: Starting at HK$200 at eventbrite.hk
The Dispensary’s Deadly Masquerade Party
If you feel like escaping the Lan Kwai Fong set that typically resurfaces each Halloween night, head to The Dispensary for a dress-up party that ensures you keep a low profiles. Come in your most extravagant get-up – think Bridgerton more than Squid Game – and whilst you’re there, enjoy a range of delicious East-meets-West cocktails, including the Bloody Vanitas which sees Cuervo blended with Alipus Mezcal, rose syrup and grapefruit lime.
When: October 29th & October 30th
Where: Tai Kwun, 10 Hollywood Road
Smoke and Barrell’s House Of Voodoo
Bourbon Street introduces its scariest event yet with an evening of voodoo, darkness and debauchery! Enjoy a copious amount of free-flow, mouthwatering cuisine from New Orleans and acquaint yourself with the supernatural. The night is, of course, to be completed with a drag performance from the one and only Mocha Diva from Drag Race Thailand.
When: October 30th
Where: Smoke & Barrel, 1-2/F 32 Wyndham Street, Central
Ticketing: $988 + 10% service charge at smokeandbarrelhk.com
Netflix and Thrill at Roji
Hong Kong’s hottest izakaya restaurant will be serving cocktails and treats, themed to some of your favourite Netflix series. Come dressed in your Halloween best, whether that’s the campy Emily from Emily in Paris, a crime-fighting hero from Umbrella Academy or your favourite game-show captive from Squid Game. Free-flow food and drinks will accompany the night, featuring Roji signatures like the an umami-picked selection of ikura and snow crab meat, chicken karaage, jet-fresh sashimi as well as a buttery Japanese A4 Wagyu served with shiso ponzu. As for drinks, look forward to seasonal sakes and a selection of premium highballs – all set to some spinning good hip-hop tunes.
When: October 30th
Where: G/F D’Aguilar St, Lan Kwai Fong
Ticketing: HK$498 at eventbrite.com or HK$598 at door
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Rachelle Ma
