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08 October, 2024

Celebrating Halloween in Berlin: A Spooky Spectacle

Explore Berlin's Halloween 2024 celebration, with everything from spine-chilling parties to immersive tours. Discover the best ways to embrace the Halloween spirit in the heart of the city.

As autumn paints the city in hues of gold and crimson, Berlin awakens to the eerie allure of Halloween. The city’s spooky season is in full swing, inviting you to step into a world of the macabre, the mysterious, and the downright haunting. Whether you crave chilling melodies, ghoulish revelry, or immersive performances, Berlin offers a Halloween experience tailored to your every desire.

Happy Halloween

A Night of Haunting Melodies

To begin your spooky season, consider easing into the Halloween spirit with a Candlelight Concert at the Apostel Paulus Church in Schöneberg. Pianist Giorgos Fragos will serenade you with selections from the soundtracks of Ludovico Einaudi. It’s the perfect way to set the mood for the weeks of eerie excitement to come.

Halloween Parties in Berlin

Berlin is all set for a spooktacular Halloween this year. From ghostly gatherings in abandoned breweries to high-energy dance floors, there's no shortage of thrilling parties. Clubs like Kulturbrauerei and Spindler & Klatt will host unforgettable Halloween bashes with DJs, costumes, and a spine-tingling atmosphere.

Immersive Horror Experiences

For those who crave an adrenaline rush, Berlin offers immersive horror experiences that go beyond traditional haunted houses. Alte Münze's Nightcrawlers, with its 800-square-meter installation and 20 performance artists, will keep you on edge. This year, it has new scenes and characters, even more than last year! You do not want to miss out on this!

Additionally, the Berlin Dungeon is ready to take you on a year-round journey through the city's dark and gruesome history. The Berlin Dungeon is a must-visit attraction for those seeking spine-tingling tales. Located in the heart of the city at Spandauer Strasse 2 in Mitte, this captivating and eerie experience is open all year round.

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The Berlin Dungeon

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Family-Friendly Halloween Fun

Families with children can enjoy Halloween-themed activities, such as mask-making stations and storytelling, at venues like the Museum for Communication and Haus Natur und Umwelt.

Britzer Garten, Berlin's beautiful botanical garden, hosts its first-ever Halloween party for visitors of all ages. The evening promises a spook-tacular programme of live music, a fire show, face painting, arts-and-crafts, and storytelling. Dress to impress, as there's a costume contest where one lucky guest will win a prize for the best costume.

Spine-Chilling Film Screenings

If you're craving a more laid-back yet spine-tingling evening, Berlin has you covered. Catch classic horror films with a live music accompaniment, like Nosferatu with the Babylon Orchestra. Or, experience extended director's cuts of iconic horror movies at venues like the Babylon kino in Mitte.

Unique Halloween Dining Experiences

Meanwhile, some unique dining experiences like ‘total eclipse’ at ‘GRACE!’ restaurant offer intriguing 3-course diner menus paired with a welcome drink, followed by a thrilling party.

These are just some of the spine-tingling events happening in Berlin this Halloween season. Whether you're a fan of music, dance, cinema, or simply embracing the eerie ambiance of the holiday, Berlin has something to offer every Halloween enthusiast.

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Berlin's Halloween celebration is a testament to the city's ability to combine its rich history and culture with a touch of the supernatural. Don your most chilling costume and join the thrills and chills of the spooky season. Whether you're partying the night away, enjoying a candlelight concert, or watching classic horror films, Berlin promises a Halloween to remember.

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