If you’re looking for a real scare this Halloween, Belfast has some brilliant eerie events that will satisfy your frightful needs. From terrifying tours to horrifying movie nights, you’ll be left spooked for sure! We’ve picked our spookiest recommendations to help you plan the perfect Halloween.
Paranormal Tour
Crumlin Road Gaol
Are you brave to search for paranormal activity in one of Belfast’s most haunted buildings? There have been sightings, noises and unexplained happenings within the walls that have seen 17 men executed over its 150 year history. This Paranormal tour will take you to the various hot spots of the Gaol where Paranormal Activity has been reported and the guide will tell you off the harrowing stories associated with these areas, you will also have the opportunity to take part in some of our new and exciting experiments.
Fright Night
Jungle NI
Whether you’re a seasoned Fright Night survivor or a fearless newcomer, prepare yourself for an experience that will haunt your dreams. This year, they’re pushing the boundaries of fear with an all-new Woodland Trail, six spine-chilling Scare Attractions, and a twisted ensemble of Street Theatre characters.
Fear Forest – Carnival of Clowns
Colin Glen
Prepare for a spine-chilling adventure at the Fear Forest! Enjoy eerie attractions and terrifying characters like demonic clowns, lurking in the shadows of the dark forest.
4 Hour Paranormal Investigation
Crumlin Road Gaol
This Halloween head to Crumlin Road Gaol for a 4 Hour Paranormal Investigation! Experience the most active areas in the Gaol with equipment as used by experts while conducting your very own ghost hunt. This event is not for the faint hearted!
Halloween Drive In Cinema
Let’s Go Hydro
Catch your favourite Halloween chiller thrillers this spooky season at Let’s Go Hydro Resort! They have a range of movies to cater for all ages and tastes – from Halloween favorites and horrors to a Barbenhiemer night as well as ‘Shrek Weekend’.
Torchlight Tours at the Ulster American Folk Park
Ulster American Folk Park
After years of research, they’ve made a ground-breaking discovery of something long buried. Now, a towering figure has been unearthed from the archives at the Folk Park. Join their Torchlight Tour, if you dare, for a night at the museum as they enter the mysterious world of Crudden Boyle…
Death, Tragedy & Betrayal
Clifton House Belfast
Opened in 1797 as the ‘New Burying Ground’ there are many tales to be told here. Death, Tragedy & Betrayal focuses on the ‘darker side’ of the cemetery’s history. From the infamous body snatchers which plagued the cemetery in its opening decades and the drastic actions taken to curb this lucrative trade, to the burial of murder victims, hangings and other tragic deaths!
Paranormal and Ghost Tour of Belfast City Centre
Tour departs from White’s Tavern
Starting outside White’s Tavern in Winecellar Entry this tour is not for the easily scared as you’ll hear a real tale of terror from the master of ghost stories then go ghost hunting and learn of the of horrible murders and executions that took place in the heart of Belfast City where the still unquiet spirits lurk in the shadows and corners of our streets.
Halloween Graveyard Tours
Friar’s Bush Cemetery
Celebrating the tradition of Celtic ceremonies and pre-Christian burials at this sacred site, these atmospheric tours are led by Samhain Spinster Dr Deirdre Nic an tSionnaigh. There will be incantations in Irish Gaelic, a resurrected Belfast harp master fresh from his tomb for 2 nights only, a visiting psychic or two and a few grim reapers from their volunteers!
All Halloween Events
Belfast has some brilliant events that will satisfy your frightful needs! You’ll be spoilt for choice, from spooky tours, to fancy dress and movie nights – you’ll have a Spooktacular time!
