You've gone out and bought that perfect outfit from one of Shanghai's costume shops, all you need now is a ghoulish party. Fear not, we've compiled a list of the best Halloween parties in the city for you and your family.
Urban Family's Halloween Party
Treat the little ones to some fun this Halloween with our very own Urban Family Halloween extravaganza. A range of activities will be on offer to keep the kids entertained, with games such as pumpkin tossing, spin the spider, playing with 3D printing pens and VR. There's also a costume contest, so be sure to come dressed in your best. Other performances are scheduled for the two-day party, including live music and a parade.
The fun kicks off October 28-29 at 11am-5.30pm. Shanghai Archwalk. See event listing.
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Ongoing
Halloween at Shanghai Disney Resort
This year, the wicked fun of the Halloween season celebration is going to take place throughout the entire Shanghai Disney Resort from September 25 to October 31. For the first-time ever at Shanghai Disney Resort, guests of all ages will be welcome to wear costumes during their visit as part of a new special Halloween dress-up tradition.
Until Oct 31, 4-7pm. Disneytown. See event listing.
Oct 27-28
Tricks or Treats
The Pearl is hosting a spellbinding cabaret and circus show produced by Fire Souls that will shock and amaze you. Encouraging you to attend dressed up too, feel a part of the devilish entertainment.
Oct 27-28, 9.30pm Friday and 8pm Saturday, RMB150 presale, RMB180 door. The Pearl. See event listing.
Oct 28-29
Free Halloween Kids Party
Taking place at the L'Avenue Mall is a whole weekend worth of fun activities for children. Here, kids can learn how to make their own Halloween-themed night lamp and a pumpkin-shaped candy bag. Entry is free but only with an RSVP as there is limited availability.
Oct 28-29, free entry with RSVP, 2-5pm. L'Avenue Mall. See event listing.
Oct 28-31
Halloween Haunted House Party
The Kerry Hotel is hosting their annual Halloween party this year as a haunted house. All sorts of creepy characters are promised to become your new friends when visiting this craft beer brewery. A special Halloween buffet is also available from at The Cook from the 28-29.
Oct 28-31, Noon-2.30pm and 6-9.30pm, RMB50 per entry. Kerry Hotel Pudong. See event listing.
Colca Halloween Dinner
Fancy something a bit more refined over the Halloween weekend than the endless parties on offer? Why not indulge yourself with a holiday-influenced special tapas menu. Dining deals are on offer for two that includes five spooky tapas menus and two drinks.
Oct 28-31, 5.30pm, RMB438 for two. Colca. See event listing.