Halloween 2023 in Hong Kong: Vampire Ball and other spooky themed parties, a best-dressed dog contest, pumpkin carving and more
- Halloween wouldn’t be Halloween without a vampire themed party or two, but there are plenty of other events in Hong Kong, including a fancy dress party for dogs
- You can watch contortionists and drag artists, or have a Halloween afternoon tea. For families with children, try pumpkin carving or a ‘haunted’ scavenger hunt
Halloween 2023 promises to be extra special in Hong Kong now that mask-wearing and social distancing rules have been dropped with the waning of the Covid-19 pandemic.
The Lan Kwai Fong Association – a non-profit organisation that groups together and helps promote over 100 bars, restaurants and clubs – has launched a Monster Mash 2023 “Cirque du Freak” campaign to inject some immersive Halloween-themed fun into the nightlife area in Central district.
Lan Kwai Fong venues taking part in the campaign include Japanese restaurant Fumi, which is hosting an Edo Horror Geisha Night on October 27, and Porterhouse, which will host tarot reading and serve a Halloween “surf and turf” dinner on October 28.
Hong Kong magician Zenneth will perform tricks on October 28 and 31 at Italian restaurant Aria.
Below are some other Halloween-themed events happening in the city this month.
Maggie Choo’s
Cocktail and cabaret bar Maggie Choo’s will host its “Nightmares & Porcelain Dreams” fancy dress party on October 31 from 7pm until late.
The event will feature aerial acts, contortionists, dancers and a resident DJ. The price (HK$350 per person) includes one Halloween-themed cocktail.
Shop 1, G/F, 1-13 Hollywood Road, Central. Tel: 6250 6000
Stazione Novella
“Doggy Halloween” returns to Stazione Novella wine bar, in Central, on October 29 from 11am-2pm. At this dog-centric party, four-legged participants receive a house-made doggy treat, while the best-dressed dog will win a prize.
G/F, 52-56 Staunton Street, Central. Tel: 2559 0559
The Dispensary
The cocktail bar is putting on an Addams Family Mansion-themed party on October 28 from 7.30pm till late, featuring a DJ and dance performance. The price of a regular ticket is HK$398.
Police Headquarters Block 01, Tai Kwun, 10 Hollywood Road, Central. Tel: 2848 3088
The Sixteenth
On October 28, dining destination The Sixteenth in Quarry Bay will host its “Monster Mash” alfresco party, featuring a DJ and a photo-op zone, at its terrace bar Tempo Tempo, from 6pm-10pm.
Tickets at the door (HK$568) include a snack platter and two hours of free-flow Perrier-Jouet Champagne and other drinks. Guests can extend free-flow by the hour for HK$198 per person.
2/F Oxford House, Taikoo Place, 979 King’s Road, Quarry Bay. Tel: 2788 1993
Vibes
The Mira’s hidden courtyard lounge bar Vibes will host its “Vampire Nightmare” Halloween party on October 28.
The event will feature Electro house music by three DJs, an open bar for four hours and a face-painting artist. There will also be a fancy dress competition in which two HK$1,888 prizes are up for grabs.
Tickets cost HK$398 before Oct 26, or HK$438 at the door. Guests can book a private cabana at an additional cost.
5/F, The Mira Hong Kong, 118-130 Nathan Road, Tsim Sha Tsui. Tel: 2315 5599
Island Shangri-La
Among the various Halloween-themed events taking place at the Island Shangri-La hotel this month, the pumpkin carving sessions at Cafe Too stand out.
They will take place from October 27-31 and cost HK$898 for two adults and one child – the price includes one large pumpkin for carving, and snacks.
Also worth checking out is “The Shangri-La Wonderliner”, an installation that resembles the carriages of a tram, in which diners can enjoy a specially curated afternoon tea set from October 23-31. The price is HK$948 for two.
Pacific Place, Supreme Court Road, Admiralty, Hong Kong
Or sink your teeth into these
Nikkei (Japanese-Peruvian fusion) izakaya Tokyolima, in Central is throwing a “Vampire Ball” on October 31, while nearby Duddell’s will host its “Barbie Scream House” party on October 28, for which revellers can dress up as their favourite Barbie character.
Frites in Causeway Bay will host a Halloween drag brunch on October 28 from 12pm-4.30pm, with entertainment by Violette Blanche, while Barkada’s “Thriller night brunch” on October 28 will feature DJ Hyphen, karaoke and a Filipino feast.
The Lawn at The Upper House will host a range of child-friendly events from October 28-29, including “magic potion” brewing, a “haunted” scavenger hunt and other Halloween-themed games.
Hutong’s “Halloween Feng Wei Brunch” on October 28 and 29 (11.30am-4pm) will feature nocturnal-themed dim sum accompanied by dancing and a bian lian face-changing performance.
Cocktail bar The Daily Tot will host a Halloween pyjama party on October 28, from 10pm-1am, during which DJ Minou will play afrobeats, hip hop, Latin dance and more.
