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October 26, 2025
Halloween in Dubai 2025 promises a thrilling mix of family fun, haunted extravagance, and all-night entertainment, turning the city into a hub of costumes, creativity, and cultural celebrations. From immersive horror shows and family-friendly brunches to beach festivals and desert adventures, the season’s lineup blends international influences with Dubai’s signature flair for spectacle.
Running from October 25 through early November, Halloween 2025 offers something for everyone, trick-or-treat adventures for kids, high-energy glamour for partygoers, and photo-perfect festivities for families and visitors.
Fright Nights 8 at Motiongate Dubai
Hollywood magic takes a dark twist at MOTIONGATE Dubai, part of Dubai Parks and Resorts, where Fright Nights 8: Phantasmagoria transforms the park into a haunted cinematic wonderland. Guests will journey through interactive mazes, spooky shows like The Strangers: Interactive, and the Fright Nights Parade inspired by classic horror films.
Kids can still enjoy light-hearted encounters at themed zones such as Lord Vampyre’s Monster Party at LEGOLAND Dubai, featuring dance-offs, trick-or-treating, and pumpkin workshops.
Dates: Until November 2
Location: MOTIONGATE Dubai, Dubai Parks & Resorts
Prices: From AED Two Hundred Ninety-Five (tickets valid across all parks for ninety days)
Once Upon a Pumpkin at Times Square Center
For families in search of smiles rather than scares, Times Square Center returns with its beloved Once Upon a Pumpkin Halloween festival. This three-day event celebrates autumnal charm with stage shows by Magic Phil, themed workshops, trick‑or-treat trails, and creative competitions for kids.
Families can look forward to face painting, DIY pumpkin crafts, costume contests, and storytime corners, making it a top spot for younger children.
Dates: October 31 – November 2
Location: Times Square Center, Sheikh Zayed Road
Entry: Free
The Haunted Garden at Al Barari
Nature meets mystery at The Haunted Garden, hosted in the lush green surroundings of Seventh Heaven, Al Barari. This three-day festival promises endless entertainment, including a Halloween parade, pumpkin carving, street markets, and food trucks. Younger attendees can explore mini games, while older thrill-seekers venture into the Maze of the Unknown and the chilling Haunted House attraction for ages twelve and up.
Dates: October 31 – November 2
Location: Seventh Heaven, Al Barari
Tickets: AED One hundred forty-nine per person; Haunted House entry AED ninety-nine; free for kids under three
DREAM Dubai Presents “Dream of the Dead”
Dubai’s nightlife scene turns glamorously ghoulish with Dream of the Dead at DREAM Dubai, located in Address Beach Resort, Jumeirah Beach Residence. Combining immersive theatre, gourmet dining, and haunting choreography, this event brings together fantasy and fear with eerie décor, themed dishes, and live performances.
Guests will find signature Halloween-inspired drinks including the Midnight Pumpkin Glow dessert and the Spicy Mango Margarita, matched with special-effects makeup sessions for guests arriving in costume.
Dates: October 29 – November 2
Location: DREAM Dubai, JBR
Price: From AED One thousand per person
Witches of the Dunes at Sonara Camp
One of the most enchanting experiences this Halloween is hidden deep in the Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve. The Witches of the Dunes event at Sonara Camp blends luxury desert hospitality with whimsical Halloween flair. Families can enjoy sunset performances, camel parades, fire shows, face painting, and themed dining amid the dunes.
Dates: October 31 – November 1
Packages: AED Five hundred ninety to Nine hundred ninety depending on chosen experience
Location: Sonara Desert Camp, Dubai Desert
Día de los Muertos at NYSA by Zenon
At Kempinski Central Avenue, NYSA by Zenon pays tribute to Mexico’s vibrant Día de los Muertos. The dining and performance experience fuses Mediterranean‑Asian cuisine with traditional marigold décor, neon art projections, and live mariachi-style acts. Guests can expect a vivid celebration of life and culture, an elegant alternative to the usual fright-filled festivities.
Dates: October 31
Location: NYSA by Zenon, Downtown Dubai
Entry: À la carte dining
Harvest Festival: Fall Edition at Expo City Dubai
Families looking for a mix of entertainment and community spirit can join the Harvest Festival – Fall Edition at Expo City Dubai, set within Al Wasl Plaza. This autumn festival merges Halloween-themed games with Dubai’s outdoor culture, offering activities such as the Ghost Scooter Race, Pumpkin Sack Race, and Spider Hunt.
Parents can browse local art, sample seasonal treats, or purchase handcrafted gifts from the artisanal market, while kids enjoy themed workshops and the Haunted Bouncy Castle.
Dates: October 31 – November 1
Location: Expo City Dubai
Price: AED Fifty (free for kids under three and people of determination)
Spaceman: Aftergrave at JA The Resort
For those chasing high-octane nights, Spaceman: Aftergrave will take over JA The Resort with a futuristic Halloween beach festival. Expect pulsating beats, cosmic costumes, and immersive light projections as international DJs headline a night of electronic music by the sea.
This beachfront spectacular combines music and avant-garde visuals for adults looking to celebrate Halloween in style.
Date: October 31
Location: Soul Beach, JA The Resort
Price: AED One hundred seventy five to Two hundred fifty
The Haunted Rainforest at The Green Planet
For an educational twist to the spooky season, The Green Planet Dubai in City Walk offers The Haunted Rainforest, an immersive nature experience blending thrills with ecological discovery. Visitors can navigate the biodome’s nocturnal trails, encounter real-life creatures of the night, and even camp overnight beneath the tropical canopy for the Haunted Camping experience.
Dates: October 28 – November 3 (camping nights October 31–November 1)
Price: From AED One hundred thirty nine
Snoopy Beats TENKAI in Fujairah
For music enthusiasts, Snoopy Beats returns to Sandy Beach Hotel & Resort in Fujairah with its 10th edition, TENKAI. This festival reimagines Halloween through Japanese-inspired visuals, cherry blossom installations, and performances by regional and international DJs under the stars.
Dates: October 31 – November 2
Location: Snoopy Island, Fujairah
Tickets: From AED Four hundred ninety five; stay packages from AED Seventeen hundred twenty five
Tourism Impact: Halloween as a Cultural Highlight
Halloween 2025 represents more than just themed parties, it’s now a key fixture in Dubai’s global tourism calendar. According to Visit Dubai, seasonal festivals like Halloween drive significant visitor traffic during the shoulder months between summer and winter.
The city’s portfolio of family festivals and nighttime entertainment not only boosts tourism revenue but also emphasizes Dubai’s ability to host inclusive celebrations that appeal to its diverse international community.
From desert camps and theme parks to elegant hotel lounges, this year’s Halloween lineup perfectly reflects Dubai’s transformation into the Middle East’s entertainment powerhouse, where global culture meets luxury, and every trick comes with a treat.
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