Nottingham Halloween Food, Drink, and Parties 2026

18 Halloween food, drink, and parties in Nottingham and nearby.

Nottingham gears up for Halloween with a standout event: the Historical Halloween Ball, The Court of the Pumpkin King. For those seeking a family-friendly atmosphere, the Halloween Swim and Kids Halloween Party in Long Eaton offers a different kind of celebration. Explore further for more parties and food and drink gatherings across Nottingham and nearby towns.

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Family-Friendly Fall Activities

1 of 32 Bluebells School of Witchcraft and Wizardry Halloween Event Derby

Wizarding adventure featuring wand making, potion classes, and pumpkin picking.

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Haunted Experiences

1 of 10 Ghosts of the Gaol Tour Nottingham

Explore one of the UK's most haunted historic buildings.

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Movies, Theater, and Entertainment

1 of 12 Mayhem 2026: Ghost in the Cell Nottingham

Joko Anwar horror comedy mixing martial arts and prison gore.

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Unique & Unusual

1 of 18 Museum of Curiosities Nottingham

Three floors of haunted dolls, skulls, and supernatural artifacts.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How does a Halloween bar crawl in Nottingham actually work?

You register at a start venue during a check-in window, get a wristband and map or app listing the participating bars and drink specials, then roam the route at your own pace until last call. Check in early, since lines at the first bar are the worst of the night, and screenshot the venue list because the crawl app always dies at midnight.

How do Oktoberfest events overlap with Halloween season in Nottingham?

Oktoberfest runs mid-September through mid-October, so early Halloween season doubles up: some venues run steins-and-costumes hybrid weekends, and beer gardens flip decor overnight. If you want both, do Oktoberfest the first two October weekends and save Halloween proper for the finale. Outdoor Oktoberfest tents get cold after dark by October, so bring the layer the Instagram photos skip.

How do we handle dietary restrictions at Halloween dinners and parties in Nottingham?

For seated themed dinners, submit restrictions at booking and confirm by email a few days out, since prix-fixe kitchens plan counts in advance. At parties and crawls, assume the food is incidental, snack boards and late-night slices, and eat a safe real meal beforehand. Carry a backup bar for long nights, and check whether spooky cocktails hide allergens like egg white or nuts.

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