As the summer sun fades away, Ibiza turns its attention to a party calendar date steeped in horror and fear. We speak, of course, of the annual Halloween celebrations on Ibiza on 31 October.
Far from going quiet after the closing parties earlier in October, Ibiza keeps the party going through the end of the month. This year once again plenty of venues get spooky for the occasion, throwing petrifying parties across the island.
Ibiza residents and visitors alike never shy away from dressing up, but this one sees everyone go all-in with ghastly costumes and ghoulish outfits. Halloween gives island-dwellers a chance to have that final freaky knees up before the off-season kicks in and we all go into hibernation until next spring.
Beware creatures of the night, you are in for a scare - and a lot of fun - at these hellish affairs. Dig out your scariest alter ego to attend one or more of these frightening festivities.
Not sure which one? Our 2018 guide below has everything you need to know to choose where to spend the most haunted night of the year.
If you want to have scary mischief with the kids, check out our round-up of Halloween events for children.
Mischief Presents: Misbehave from the grave
Atzaró Agroturisomo
Are you brave enough to venture into the darkened grounds of Atzaró this Halloween? If so, then you are in for a spooky treat into the land of the dead plus a line-up of devilish proportions.
At the top of this mischievous billing, Clive Henry and Alex Arnott will be going back to back, flanked by Smythy, Santanna Oush, Xicu Portas and resident Mischief Maker DJs. They will no doubt have your head spinning like a scene out of the exorcist.
Tickets are €15, including entry and a free drink. The best-dressed competition prize is a spa day and lunch for two - so dress to shock the judges. Head here for more info.
Halloween Feast at La Imprenta
Fancy sinking your fangs into a meal fit for the devil himself? Then head down to La Imprenta in Ibiza Town for a chilling dining experience like no other. Instead of the restaurant, you will find a haunted mansion complete with cobwebs and bats.
As expected from this high-class eatery, a Halloween menu has been specially created by the expert chef, including a serving of cream of “pumpkin” with basil oil. A selection of bloodcurdling cocktails will also have you cackling all night long. Find more info here.
Pikes: Voodoo Rave at The Haunted Hotel
When a venue known for its outlandish and fabulous nature throws a Halloween party, you know you are in for a truly hair-raising evening. Infamous Pikes residents The Brothers Grim invite you for an evening filled with both musical and literal madness.
Horror and fear consume the hotel and venue for one night only. Prepare to be bewitched into a dance floor frenzy by DJs spinning spine-chilling records. Leon Vynehall, Defex, blondewearingblack and Ruf Dug are just some of the insane characters on the rave roster.
This night is not for the faint-hearted - you have been warned. Whilst the party is already sold out, here is more info in case you have connections.
Enter the haunted Eden realm
Over in San Antonio, Eden alongside NEXT and Mile Events Ibiza have organised a horror-filled spectacular full of local talent for all hallows' eve. Expect a terrifying club night with a host of DJs such as Francesco Monti, Nazt, Ismael Baraka, Lil Gaida and many more will .
Gala Gutierrez and students of Ibiza Blau Music will be warming up the crowd early doors. This event is free until 01:00 then after its €10 on the door, so make sure you get yourself down early for a night full of eerie moments. Find more info here.
Time for a funeral rave at B12
Get out your scariest costume and get weird at B12 Club with party protagonists Club Haus 80's. The art gallery and intimate dance floor space will transform into a clubbing cemetery, where the dead will rise and boogie on this frightening night.
This event is free until 02:00 on the guestlist or €15 on the door with a free drink included. Club Haus 80's are known for throwing lavish parties not only on Ibiza but also in Legnano and Milan, so expect some Italian flair and magic on this spooky evening. Head here for more info.
The Infamous Bambuddha Halloween Party at Pacha
As anyone who has lived on the White Isle for some time can tell you, the Bambuddha Halloween dinner and costume party is a monstrous evening of decadence full of scary surprises to ensnare the senses.
The creativity and style of Bambuddha make Pacha its home for the evening once again this year - talk about a brilliant collaboration. Experience the cherry branded club transformed into a haunted discotheque.
It all kicks off at 21:00 with a specially crafted dinner menu. Next, the DJs take control at 1:00. For those who want an authentic Ibizan Halloween experience, this party is for you. Find out more info here.
The Heart Horror Show
HEART Ibiza is known for premium parties during the summer. Now they are set for a Halloween fiesta like no other. The DJs inhabiting this house of horror will be YokoO, Hraach, Javier Gonzalez and Aracil, bringing gruesome sounds into a dark fantasy land where anything is possible.
For any costumed creature after enchanted and bewitched trinkets and wears, a special Halloween market awaits on the terrace of the venue. It all begins at 23:00 as the moon rises and wolves howl.
A Superfreak Halloween at Trash
One of the newest underground venues on the island, Trash is located in the heart of Ibiza Town. Its origins started in Dutch city Rotterdam in 2016 and then moved to the White Isle this year. This intimate clubbing space could be the perfect place to spend your Halloween.
With plenty of corners for your dark deeds, enjoy a complimentary Bloody Mary starting at 22:00. Trash offers a den for you to get your Halloween pre-party on before hitting the rest of the town. Here is all you need to know.
THE haunted sea at Sir Joan hotel
Swim from the shore and dance in the moonlight at The Haunted Sea evening at the Sir Joan Hotel. Held in the penthouse of this beautiful establishment, this party boasts majestic views of Ibiza Town whilst you sip on bloody delicious beverages.
If that were not enough, you can immerse yourself in the sounds of Yanik Park and Osunlade who will be entertaining guests from 22:00. With a sea of horror dress code, be prepared for a fair share of ghostly sirens and frightening pirates at this lavish bash.
Underground does Halloween
Anyone who's in the know on Ibiza will tell you that Underground has some of the best music on the island. Throughout the summer they host some of the best intimate parties on the island attracting a refined clientele of music aficionado and local residents.
The club opens again especially for Halloween, from 23:00 to 06:00, so be prepared for a long-haul night of sumptuous underground selection. Entry is €20 and includes one free drink; however for free entry until 01:00, add your full names on the wall of the event on Facebook here.
Sonika Music returns to Ocean Drive OD Marina Botafoch
Alex Rouk and the Sonika label DJs are setting up shop at the swanky Ocean Drive Hotel in Marina Botafoch for their Halloween celebrations. This earlier evening affair starts at 20:00 and is the perfect place to sip on a devilish cocktail or two before heading out to another bizarre bash.
The venue combines both the visual and aural senses as attendees experience art and fashion exhibits together with the finest electronic sounds from Sonika Music. Get deranged and head on over to this spooky event.
Keep On Dancing Special edition Freaky Show at STK
For the first time, the Keep On Dancing crew will be turning the elegant STK into a heck of a scary place. Get out your freakiest costume and connect with your most deviant side, as it's going to get weird at this Halloween Freaky Show.
Bringing the tunes, music masters Luca Cazal, Andrea Fiorito and Knario will make sure you have a hell of a good time. Open from midnight, the party is free until 02:00. Find more details here.
Ryan O Gorman and Boutique Hostal Salinas present FREAK SHOW A Balearic Horror Story
And last but by no means least, one of the island's favourite Halloween after-parties is back at Salinas for Halloween 18 with Ryan O Gorman and Boutique Hostal Salinas present FREAK SHOW: A Balearic Horror Story. It does not get much freakier than this.
The music will be otherworldly, with an all-star cast including Alex Arnout, Alfredo
Andy Baxter, Clive Henry, Jeancedric, Leeroy, Luca Cazal, Mr Doris, Ryan O Gorman, SIDD and many more. This year, the party will operate as a private event so you must apply for the guest list.
Be sure to sport your wildest costume or you will not be able to access the party. The party is €20 and includes one drink. Parking is free across the street but always respect the area: no lingering in the parking lot. You can find full event details here.
