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Something evil’s lurking in the dark: where to celebrate Halloween in Dhaka

Something evil’s lurking in the dark: where to celebrate Halloween in Dhaka
Photos: Collected | Visual: Anika Tahsin Hafsa

Halloween remains a small but expanding celebration in Dhaka, drawing more interest from young people each year. What began with a few themed gatherings has turned into a steady mix of rooftop dinners, costume parties, and family fairs. The occasion has gradually moved away from its original history and functions mainly as a platform for self-expression, where creativity in costume, makeup, and design takes precedence. Here is a look at where Halloween events, parties, and themed gatherings are taking place across Dhaka this year.

Something evil’s lurking in the dark: where to celebrate Halloween in Dhaka

1. Halloween Pop-Con 2025

Location: Chef's Table, Unimart, Gulshan 2
Date & Time: October 31, 2025 | 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Highlights: Pop-culture stalls, cosplay, Halloween paint party, collectibles exhibition

The Halloween Pop-Con at Chef's Table will serve as a vibrant convergence of pop-culture enthusiasts and Halloween celebrants. The event will feature collectible stalls, comic and art vendors, and an open invitation for guests to attend in cosplay. Face painting & body art stations  will be available all day long, along with a range of interactive spooky games designed to engage visitors of all ages. 

Something evil’s lurking in the dark: where to celebrate Halloween in Dhaka

2. Spooktacular Soiree 3.0 – Toggi Fun World

Location: Bashundhara City, Level 13
Date & Time: October 31, 2025, 5:00 PM onwards
Highlights: Tarot reading, face painting, arcade games, welcome drink

The Spooktacular Soiree 4 at Toggi Fun World will host a full evening of themed attractions and entertainment. The programme includes tarot and palm readings, a zombie parade, live DJ music, and a dedicated meet-and-greet for cosplayers. Visitors can enjoy face art, a 360-degree photo booth, arcade games, and food stalls throughout the venue. Entry is free, with additional exclusive discounts on games, rides, and packages available on site. You can also participate in a raffle draw with a 15,000  prize pool including return air tickets between Dhaka and Cox's Bazar, a couple's dinner voucher at a five-star hotel, and special Toggi Fun World packages. 

Something evil’s lurking in the dark: where to celebrate Halloween in Dhaka

3. Eventors Spooky Costume Party

Location: ICCL, Technical Mor, Mirpur 1
Date & Time: October 31, 2025, 6:00 pm- 10:00 pm
Highlights: Horror tunnel, live DJ, interactive stalls, competitions

Organised by Eventors, this large-scale Halloween fair in Mirpur features more than 15 stalls and is expecting more than 800 visitors. The highlight of the evening will be a horror tunnel experience accompanied by a live DJ performance. The event also includes costume competitions and vendor booths offering crafts, food, and themed merchandise. 

Something evil’s lurking in the dark: where to celebrate Halloween in Dhaka

4. Mana Spooky Nights – Mana Bay

Location: Mana Bay Resort
Date & Time: October 31, 2025 | All Day
Highlights: Music, dance, games, Halloween tribute show

Mana Bay will host "Spooky Nights", an all-day celebration combining entertainment and leisure in a resort setting. The program will include dance performances, interactive games, and a Halloween dance tribute to Michael Jackson's "Thriller". The event is designed for visitors seeking an immersive experience outside central Dhaka, offering a full-day recreation package aligned with the Halloween theme for a registration fee of 3999tk per person.

Something evil’s lurking in the dark: where to celebrate Halloween in Dhaka

5. Halloween Night Party – Dhaka Regency Hotel & Resort

Location: Dhaka Regency Hotel, Airport Road
Date & Time: October 31, 2025 | From 7:00 PM
Highlights: Rooftop buffet, live music, magic show, costume competition

Dhaka Regency's annual Halloween Night Party will transform its rooftop venue into a themed entertainment space. Attendees can select from two buffet options, each including access to live performances, a magic show, and a best costume contest. Advance booking is recommended due to limited capacity.  

Something evil’s lurking in the dark: where to celebrate Halloween in Dhaka

6. Breakfast Club Dhaka presents: Spooky Morning – Tudo Café

Location: Tudo Café, Banani
Date & Time: November 1, 2025 | 9:00 AM – 12:30 PM
Entry Fee: BDT 2,000 (includes coffee and small bites)
Highlights: Morning rave, kids' corner, curated breakfast, live DJ

The Breakfast Club's "Spooky Morning" event will introduce a daytime alternative to traditional Halloween festivities. For an entry fee of BDT 2,000, participants will receive a beverage and light meal while enjoying live music and themed décor. A dedicated kids' corner will host games and small contests, making it suitable for families. This event combines the relaxed atmosphere of a morning brunch with the energy of a seasonal celebration.

Something evil’s lurking in the dark: where to celebrate Halloween in Dhaka

7. Tapout Fitness Halloween Open House Party

Location: Level 5, LK Tower, Gulshan 1
Date & Time: October 31, 2025 | 5:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Highlights: DJ performance, fitness sessions, refreshments, photo booth

Tapout Fitness will host a free-entry Halloween open house event focusing on community engagement and wellness. The program will include live DJ sets, a magic show, and group fitness classes led by professional instructors. Guests will have access to complimentary food and beverages, along with membership discounts available exclusively during the event. 

Halloween in Dhaka continues to grow as a space for creative expression bringing together a small but enthusiastic community of artists, performers, and costume lovers. Whether you arrive as Patrick Bateman, Tyler Durden, or Wednesday Addams, the spirit of the evening lies in the effort to imagine, perform, and participate. So put on your makeup, pull on your costume, and head out,  after all, it's close to midnight, and Dhaka's thriller is just beginning.

 

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