Thinking about what you can do in Kolkata during Halloween beyond watching horror movies and house parties? The city pubs and restobars are taking the spook game very seriously. From themed DJ nights to rooftop parties and eerie food, here are five places where horror and fun meet this Halloween.
A night of rooftop revelry at Cal-On
Cal-On at Hyatt Centric Ballygunge is hosting a rooftop Halloween party with a live DJ, themed decor and three special cocktails, including Bloody Botanist and Devil’s Margarita. Guests can also enter a best-dressed costume contest by posting their look on social media and tagging Cal-On’s verified Instagram account. The winner receives a special hamper.
Date: October 31
Time: 5pm to 2am
Address: Cal-On, Hyatt Centric Ballygunge, 17 Garcha, 1st Lane
Price: Approximately Rs 3,500++ for twoReservations: +91 62923 07592 / +91 62930 76191
Ghosted at Social
SOCIAL’s Halloween party, Ghosted, brings the modern dating horror of unanswered messages and disappearing acts to Park Street with spooky installations, themed cocktails, costumes and DJ sets. Guests are encouraged to dress as a “red flag” for a night of dark humour, music and Halloween mischief. The Kolkata edition features DJ Neil on the decks. Tickets are available on District.
Date: October 31
Time: 7pm onwards (21+ only)
Address: BFL Bangur Estate, 1A, Russel St, next to India's Hobby Centre, Park Street area
Death by Disco by Five Mad Men
Five Mad Men in Salt Lake is hosting a Halloween party featuring DJ Devesh, who will play international disco classics and Bollywood hits. The evening includes welcome shots, Halloween-themed decor, face painting, themed merchandise and a prize for the best-dressed guest. Guests can dress up for a night of music, dancing and spooky fun.
Date: October 31
Time: 9pm onwards
Address: Electronic Complex, 1st Floor, Omega Building, Bengal Intelligent Park Ltd, EP Block, Sector V
RSVP: 9830587498
The Haunted Garden at Olive
Olive Cafe & Bar Kolkata will transform into The Haunted Garden for Halloween, with eerie garden-inspired décor, themed cocktails and music by Maxximizer. Hosted by Raghav Gulati and Sagar Nihalani, the evening will feature drinks including Smoke & Shadow, Toxic Garden and Devil’s Kiss, alongside immersive visuals and a spooky party atmosphere.
Date: October 31
Time: 9pm onwards
Address: Olive Café & Bar, 6th Floor, 40 Shakespeare Sarani
Reservations: +91 88280 99667
Hallow’s Eve at Cove
COVE Community Bar is hosting Hallow’s Eve this Halloween, with DJ Vishal taking over the console for a night of haunted beats and late-night dancing. The bar’s cave-like interiors set the scene for the party, while the menu features dishes such as Al Fungi Risotto and Jamaican Jerk Prawn, alongside signature cocktails.
Date: October 31
Time: 10pm onwards
Address: COVE Community Bar, Flat 22, Ground Floor, Harrington Mansion, 8 Ho Chi Minh Sarani
Price: Approximately Rs 3,300 for two
Reservations: 8961336693