See all Portsmouth Halloween happenings this year!
Portsmouth brings Halloween 2025 to life around the Historic Dockyard and Gunwharf Quays with haunted tours and spine-chilling activities. Residents and visitors share ghost walks, costume festivities, pumpkin events, themed performances, and family-friendly autumn markets by the waterfront.
Find the best Portsmouth Halloween happenings this year!
Top Halloween In and Around Portsmouth
- Halloween Party @ The Fort (Southsea)
- Halloween at Portsmouth Museum and Art Gallery
- From Witches to Stitches: Tudor Medicine at the Mary Rose
- Wacky Warehouse Halloween Party
- Toddler Tour with Doris The Detective – Halloween
- Exploria Halloween Party
- Halloween Film Season at Southsea Cinema (Southsea)
- Mini Ravers Portsmouth - Little Monsters Halloween Festival
- Dark Encounters Ghost Hunting Tours (Portchester)
- Tulleys Shocktober Fest (Crawley)
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Portsmouth Halloween
Portsmouth Family-Friendly Fall Activities
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Prepare for a frightfully fun Halloween half-term at Portsmouth Museum and Art Gallery. They've transformed their galleries into haunted spaces and created a spooky trail for visitors to explore. Daily craft activities offer hands-on fun, with different themes each day.
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Step back in time this October Half Term to explore the murky world of Tudor medicine at The Mary Rose Museum. Meet historical characters, discover gruesome remedies, and craft your own Tudor lantern. Follow the Surgeon's Trail to find vital ingredients and equipment, offering a unique and educational Halloween experience.
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Wacky Warehouse invites families to a Hallo-whale of a time with their Halloween 2025 celebrations. They're offering a variety of frightfully fun activities, including spook-tacular crafts and a returning ghoul-icious Halloween biscuit. It's a perfect indoor escape for kids to enjoy seasonal hijinks and treats.
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Embark on a spooky Halloween adventure with Doris the Detective at the Kings Theatre. Little explorers will help track down hidden surprises throughout the building, offering a unique glimpse behind the scenes and onto the stage. The tour concludes with creative Halloween-themed arts and crafts, perfect for toddlers and their grown-ups. Costumes are encouraged for this magical blend of storytelling and fun.
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Exploria offers a thrilling Halloween party experience with four uniquely themed rooms: the ancient Egyptian Tomb, mysterious Mayan Ruins, fiery Volcano, and enchanting Waterworld. Guests can enjoy an hour of active play in the soft play park, with specialized zones for younger children and exciting bounce areas. Party packages include themed rooms, playtime, and optional food, making it a perfect celebration for adventurers of all ages.
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Get ready for a wild 'Zoo Party' at the Mini Ravers Little Monsters Halloween Festival! This event brings a unique rave experience for families, featuring a DJ spinning 90s & 00s hits, house, commercial, and drum & bass, alongside kid-friendly sing-alongs. Expect a full-scale festival production with character meet-and-greets, giant parachutes, UV glow sticks, and confetti cannons for an unforgettable dance party.
Portsmouth Halloween Food, Drink, and Parties
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Get ready for a spooktacular Halloween night at The Portsmouth Distillery, located within the historic Fort Cumberland. They're hosting a party with live music from The Floor Fillerz, delicious food from MJ Fine Foods, and a fully stocked bar. Fancy dress is highly encouraged, with a prize for the best costume. It's set to be a night of hauntingly good music, eerie fun, and devilishly delicious drinks.
Portsmouth Halloween Movies, Theater, and Entertainment
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This October, Southsea Cinema invites you to a thrilling Halloween Film Season. Dive into a month of chilling classics, cult favorites, and late-night horror gems. From the comedic undead of 'Shaun of the Dead' to the psychological terror of 'Jacob's Ladder' and the interactive spectacle of 'The Rocky Horror Picture Show', there's a fright for every film fan. Don't miss the unique double bill of German cinema masterpieces.
Portsmouth Other Halloween Activities
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Embark on a chilling journey into the unknown with Dark Encounters' paranormal investigations. Explore historic castles and Victorian theatres after dark, armed with ghost hunting techniques and equipment. Participate in experiments, record observations, and uncover the secrets of Britain's haunted heritage.
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