Spooktacular Fun – A Student’s Guide to Halloween In Leeds

Halloween is creeping around the corner, and for students in Leeds, it’s the perfect time to get your spook on and enjoy some fang-tastic festivities. The city comes alive with eerie events, haunted house parties, and thrilling club nights. Whether you’re a fresher looking for your first taste of Leeds’ Halloween scene or a seasoned student ready to up your costume game, we’ve got you covered. Here’s your guide to the best Halloween nights out in Leeds for students.

Leeds Corn Exchange – Halloween Roller DiscoLeeds Corn Exchange is running a Halloween-themed Roller Disco party on Saturday 28th October 2023. It’ll be dec’d out for Halloween and loads of fun, so get your pumpkin suits on, dust off your roller skates and get ready to move and groove. DJ Chambiere will be on the decks, playing all the classics. Like to dance or need some practice? There’s a one-hour roller dance workshop on beforehand.

Revolution Call Lane – Halloween Bottomless Brunch

A student staple on Call Lane, Revolution are offering 2 hour bottomless brunches on the 28^th and 29^th October including their special “Mortal Deceit Mojito” especially for Halloween. And that’s before the lights go down and the Night of Frights kicks in.

Voodoo Events – Halloween Specials

Our friends at Voodoo are pretty much taking over Halloween, with 5 different events culminating in “The Exorcism; Halloween Part 1” and “Asylum Halloween Part 2” as they take over the O2 Academy and Space. Expect top-notch DJs, fantastic drink deals, and dance floors filled with other Halloween enthusiasts.

Pryzm – The Halloween Nightmare

Pryzm is going all out with their haunted dead inspired Halloween event. Think drinks offers, stage shows, costumes and mayhem, with spine-chilling decor, themed cocktails, and a diverse range of music. Don’t forget your costume; the competition for the best-dressed ghoul is fierce here!

Spooky Pub Crawls

If clubbing isn’t your scene, consider joining one of the many spooky pub crawls happening in Leeds. Organized by various student societies, these crawls take you on a tour of some of the city’s most haunted and iconic pubs. It’s a great way to socialize, enjoy a few pints, and meet other students who share your Halloween spirit. It’s the Otley run on steroids.

House Parties

Leeds is teeming with student houses, so Halloween house parties are a staple of the season. Gather your friends, deck out your place with cobwebs and candles, and throw the ultimate Halloween bash. Costume contests, apple-bobbing, and themed drinks are a must. Just be sure to keep the noise down; the neighbours might be spooked!

Leeds knows how to do Halloween, and for students, the options are endless. Whether you prefer the energy of a nightclub, the camaraderie of a pub crawl, or the intimacy of a house party, there’s something for everyone. Make sure to plan your Halloween night well in advance, get your costume ready, and prepare for a spooktacular evening that you’ll remember long after the jack-o’-lanterns have gone out. Happy Halloween!