Halloween in Dubai 2026: the best parties, brunches and late-night events

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Halloween lands on a Saturday this year, which means Dubai is gearing up for a particularly busy weekend of themed dinners, rooftop parties, brunches and late-night DJ sets.

From glamorous masquerade evenings and Día de los Muertos celebrations to haunted-house concepts and huge dancefloor events, there is plenty happening across the city from Thursday, October 29 through Saturday, October 31.

Here are some of the standout Halloween events to have on your radar.

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Amaru Restaurant & Lounge

Amaru at Souk Madinat Jumeirah is bringing a Día de los Muertos-inspired celebration to Dubai on Saturday, October 31.

The evening will start with a masquerade-style dinner before gradually turning into a late-night party. Live singers, dancers and fire performers will appear throughout the night, with a DJ taking over later in the evening.

The venue is expected to host around 180 guests, and a special cocktail created for the occasion will be available throughout the event. Guests who fully embrace the dress code will also have the chance to win a dinner for two.

When: Saturday, October 31
Where: Souk Madinat Jumeirah, Al Sufouh 1

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CÉ LA VI Dubai

CÉ LA VI is taking Halloween to the rooftop with its Curse of the Desert party on Friday, October 30.

The venue will be transformed with ancient-inspired symbols, candlelight and theatrical performances, while DJ Masha Vicent provides the soundtrack late into the night.

For anyone who prefers a daytime celebration, the Halloween theme continues on Saturday with a special Curse of the Desert brunch, featuring the restaurant’s contemporary Asian-inspired menu and views over the Burj Khalifa.

When: Friday, October 30, 10pm-3am; brunch Saturday, October 31, 12.30pm-4pm
Where: Level 54, Address Sky View, Downtown Dubai

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Pacha Icons

For those more interested in music than costumes, Playa Pacha is hosting Adam Port on Halloween night.

The Keinemusik artist will take over the outdoor venue at FIVE Luxe on Saturday, October 31, bringing his mix of Afro house, melodic house, deep house and tech house to JBR.

Expect an open-air party overlooking the Arabian Gulf, with Ain Dubai providing the backdrop as the event continues into the early hours.

When: Saturday, October 31, 7pm-3am
Where: FIVE Luxe, The Walk, JBR

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Zea Dubai

Zea Dubai is giving its elegant DIFC setting a darker makeover for Halloween.

For one night only, the restaurant will become a haunted-house-inspired space filled with atmospheric lighting, candles and roaming performers.

The evening starts with a Mediterranean-style sharing menu before DJ Mott takes over with house and Afro-house sounds later in the night. Special lighting effects and themed visuals will add to the spooky atmosphere.

When: Saturday, October 31, 9pm-2am
Where: Emirates Financial Tower, DIFC

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Sexy Fish

Sexy Fish is planning a full day-to-night Halloween takeover on Saturday, October 31.

Its regular Saturday More Than Brunch will get a darker makeover with themed décor and live entertainment during the afternoon.

From 6pm, the venue switches to dinner service, with a minimum spend of Dh450 per person. Halloween cocktails, a special dessert selection and a surprise performance are also planned for the evening.

When: Saturday, October 31; brunch 12.30pm-4pm, dinner from 6pm
Where: Innovation One, DIFC

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Voyage by Amelia

Voyage by Amelia is leaning into a refined Day of the Dead theme across three nights.

From Thursday, October 29 to Saturday, October 31, the intimate speakeasy will be decorated with marigolds, floral installations and sugar-skull details.

The music will focus on deep and melodic house, while the overall concept is aimed at guests looking for a more polished alternative to a traditional costume party.

When: Thursday, October 29 to Saturday, October 31, 11.30pm-3am
Where: Amelia Lounge, Address Sky View, Downtown Dubai

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Bar du Port

Bar du Port is bringing its Cursed Brunch du Port concept to all three of its UAE locations on Halloween.

At the Dubai venue, guests can expect a theatrical island-inspired brunch featuring performers dressed as Calypso and Odysseus, moving between tables and interacting with diners.

The programme includes themed food, cocktails, music and live entertainment, followed by an after-brunch that continues into the evening.

Costumes are strongly encouraged.

When: Saturday, October 31, brunch 1pm-5pm; after-brunch 5pm-7pm
Where: Dubai Harbour Pier Club, Dubai Marina

With Halloween falling on a weekend in 2026, Dubai’s biggest venues are likely to be especially busy. If one of these events is on your list, booking ahead is definitely worth considering.

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