Hastings Halloween Food, Drink, and Parties 2026

16 Halloween food, drink, and parties in Hastings and nearby.

Hastings and its surrounding towns are gearing up for Halloween with a host of parties and food and drink events. From central Hastings venues to nearby Bexhill-on-Sea and even a drive to Folkestone, there are many ways to celebrate the season.

If you're looking for a family-friendly afternoon, consider the Halloween Family Fun at Bexhill Museum. For those seeking a more adult evening, the DnB&Jungle Halloween Showcase right here in Hastings offers a different kind of atmosphere.

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Family-Friendly Fall Activities

1 of 25 Drusillas Park Halloween Shriek Week Alfriston

Family-friendly Halloween fun with spooky characters and treats.

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Haunted Experiences

1 of 11 True Crime Museum Halloween Ghost Hunt Hastings

Investigate paranormal activity alongside TV ghost hunter Barri Ghai.

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Movies, Theater, and Entertainment

1 of 5 Penshurst Place Presents: Revenge of The Scarecrow Murder Mystery Penshurst

Interactive comedy murder mystery featuring a three-course dinner.

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Unique & Unusual

1 of 19 Town Crier's Ghost Walks Rye

Guided ghost tour around Rye led by the Town Crier.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should we host a Halloween party or go out in Hastings?

Cost per person flips around group size: for six-plus people, hosting, decor, a signature punch, snacks, splits cheaper than tickets, drinks, and rides for everyone, and you control the guest list and playlist. Going out wins for meeting people, production value, and zero cleanup. The hybrid is the veteran move: pregame party at home, then one ticketed event as the centerpiece.

How do we actually win a costume contest at a Hastings Halloween party?

Judges reward recognition-plus-craft: a concept the room gets in two seconds, executed with visible effort. Group and couples themes outscore solo store kits, movement gags and lights win crowd votes, and puns split the room but stick in memory. Practically: confirm entry time and format at arrival, be near the stage before judging, and build a costume you can dance in.

What should we know before booking a themed Halloween dinner in Hastings?

These are ticketed, seated productions, murder mysteries, monster-themed tasting menus, cabaret dinners, so treat them like theater: book weeks ahead for October Saturdays, note the prix-fixe price usually excludes drinks and tip, and flag dietary needs at booking, not at the table. Confirm the costume expectation, since some dinners are full-dress affairs while others just want festive attire.

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