Creepy capers across Manchester and the North for little and big ghosts with the most.
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Halloween in Manchester and the North

Tom Grieve, Cinema Editor

Let’s face it, Halloween is the best holiday. It’s got everything: scary movies, fancy dress and plenty of sweets…but how to celebrate All Hallows Eve once you’re tired of trick or treating? Fear not, we’ve got you covered, whether you prefer to spend this October exploring the North’s creepiest corners on a guided tour, eating frighteningly good food, carving pumpkins with the family, or just holed up with some horror films — there’s plenty of spooky goings-on for the culturally curious to investigate.

Creepy capers across Manchester and the North for little and big ghosts with the most.

Here are our picks

  • 1. The Ivy Spinningfields

    The Ivy Manchester

    The Ivy Spinningfields, The Pavilion, Byrom Street, Spinningfields, Manchester, M3 3HG - Visit now

    The Ivy Spinningfields Brasserie has some treats in store this Halloween, including some bespoke cocktails created especially for the occasion.

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  • 2. Peru Perdu

    Peru Perdu

    Peru Perdu, The Cotton Factory, 74 Princess St, Manchester, M1 6JD, Manchester, M1 6JD - Visit now

    South American dining phenomenon Peru Perdu has a host of Halloween treats in store for the end of the month.

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  • 3. Ducie Street Warehouse

    Ducie Street Warehouse

    Ducie Street Warehouse, Ground Floor, Warehouse, Ducie St,, Manchester, M1 2TP - Visit now

    A zombie apocalypse with DJ Scott Mills and a day of family fun feature in Ducie Street’s Halloween plans.

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