Halloween is celebrated every year on October 31. The season of spook, as it marks, comes complete with costume parties, trick-or-treats, horror stories, and a delicious feast. So, if you’re wanting to celebrate and party hard, here are some places you can hit up for a Halloween event this year. By Anushka Goel
What is a Halloween party?
Halloween is a Western holiday observed on October 31 each year. An abbreviation of ‘All Hallows’ Eve’, the day marks the eve of the feast of All Saints. On Halloween, several people host parties, decorate their homes with spooky themes and make a fun holiday out of it. Among children, Halloween is equally popular, as they dress up to go trick-or-treating for candies and various other treats across homes in their neighbourhood.
Why is Halloween celebrated?
It is believed that on the Celtic festival of Samhain, which fell on November 1, souls of the dead returned to their homes. People dressed up in costumes and lit bonfires to ward off these spirits, and this is how the idea of dressing up for the day originated.
It was, however, much later that All Saint Day was created – originally on May 13, which was shifted to November 1 a century later. Thus, the day before, ie October 31, began to be known as Halloween. On the day, people dressed up in their spooky best, turning into goblins, witches, show characters and even fruits and vegetables.
The holiday also marks the end of the summer and its bountiful harvest, and thus, several fall festivals began to have Halloween themes turning Halloween into a festival that celebrates fall and the upcoming winters. Festivities apart, the day also marks a huge number of candy sales, especially in the Western world.
If you want to celebrate Halloween at home, the process is fairly simple. Simply deck up your home, ask guests to turn up in costume, and have loads of Halloween-themed food and beverages around. Set out a bowl of candy for the visitors, and you’re good to go!
Check out some Halloween parties in India
AnnaMaya’s Halloween brunch, Delhi
Celebrating the festivities is Andaz Delhi’s restaurant, AnnaMaya. The restaurant is offering a specially curated Halloween menu, complete with yummy (and spooky) treats. From bite-sized aranchini balls (to imitate eyeballs) to a Blood Shot Devilled Eggs salad and other spooky treats, there’s something for everyone.
When: October 30, 2022
Where: AnnaMaya, Andaz Delhi Aerocity
Time: 12:30 pm to 3:30 pm
Price: Starts at INR 2,950 (plus taxes)
Halloween Night @FIVE MAD MEN, Kolkata
Kolkata, get ready for some spooky fun at Five mad Men’s Halloween bash! Dress in your best (and most gruesome) costume, and groove to the music by DJ BURN and ADRICK. What’s more, this Halloween bash comes complete with fun competitions such as a beer chugging challenge, Best Dressed Zombies and a lot more!
When: October 29, 2022
Where: 1st Floor, Omega Building, Bengal Intelligent Park Ltd, Block EP & GP Sector – V Saltlake Electronic Complex, GP Block, Sector V, Bidhannagar, Kolkata
Time: 7:30 pm onwards
Price: INR 1,000
Get your tickets here.
Halloween Party at Ten Twisters, Jaipur
This Halloween, indulge yourself in a delicious feast of a lifetime. Head to Ten Twisters and dine in for a delicious barbecue buffet, featuring an array of starters, main course and desserts.
When: October 31, 2022
Where: 4th Floor, The Landmark, Ahinsa Cir, Panch Batti, C Scheme, Ashok Nagar, Jaipur
Time: 8:00 pm onwards
Ticket Price: INR 499 onwards
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Halloween Edition 1, Gurugram
Halloween Edition is here for your winter shopping needs. The luxury exhibition will feature designers, jewellery and gourmet food, showcasing the latest trends and allowing you to make the most of your day out.
When: October 30, 2022
Where: M3M Golf Estate, Club Elevate, Gurugram
Time: 12:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Ticket Price: Entry free
Halloween Weekend, Multi-city
Get ready for the Swiggy SteppinOut The Big Bender Halloween edition – events across the country that will make you groove to the music. Several artistes will perform across the country, and the events will feature boozy concoctions, delicious eats and hoard of other fun things.
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Casa BACARDI, Delhi
Unleash your inner party animal this Halloween at this five-hour-long festival. CASA BACARDI is organising a fun festival, complete with music, dance and lots of booze. Enjoy live music, as you enjoy immersive experiences, delicious food and more.
When: October 29
Where: Silver Oak Farms, Anand Gram, Ghitorni, New Delhi, Delhi 110030, India
Ticket Price: INR 999/- (Includes 1 drink)
Get your tickets here.
W Goa X Sunburn Presents Halloween Weekend, Goa
Spooky season is here, and W Goa is here to take it up a notch. The hotel, in collaboration with Sunburn, is hosting a two-day festival to celebrate Halloween. The headlining acts are Kill The Clown and Moji on October 29 and 30 respectively. So, dress your best and head to the oceanfront property for nights full of fun!
When: October 29 and 30
Where: Rockpool, W Goa
Time: 10:00 pm onwards
Ticket Price: INR 1,000 onwards
Get your tickets here.
Monkey Bar, Delhi
Monkey Bar Delhi is hosting a fun Halloween party to bring in All Hallow’s Eve. Enjoy a night filled with music, dance and lots of fun. Dress in your spooky best, and you stand a chance to win attractive prices, too! Acts include Percussionist Rishi and DJ Dev who will perform live for the audiences.
When: October 29
Where: Monkey Bar, Vasant Kunj
Time: 9:00 pm onwards
Price: INR 2,000+ (with alcohol) / INR 1,400+ (without alcohol)
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Answer: Halloween is popular in cities, but it is still niche.
Answer: Dress up in various costumes - witches, wizards, movie characters and more.
Answer: It is different since it is niche and not too popular.
