As autumn sets in and twilight falls earlier, Coventry transforms into a hub of spooky celebrations, historic ghost stories, and interactive evenings out. Whether you're planning a date night with a twist, looking for cabaret and drag performances with friends, or searching for family-friendly half-term fun, the city is packed with memorable ways to celebrate Halloween.
Cabaret, Drag & Spooky Ghost Stories
Looking for a night out packed with drama, laughs, or chilling historic tales? These unique events offer something different for your autumn calendar.
The Diva Deboo Halloween Special at FarGo Village
Head to The Box at FarGo Village for a lively night of drag, burlesque, and circus arts! Hosted by Bambi Bang Bang, local cabaret performers bring brand-new routines with a spooky twist. Don your silliest or spookiest costume to compete for best-dressed prizes while supporting creative local artists.
Hallowe'en Horror by Adam Wood at London Road Chapel
Join author and true-crime historian Adam Wood for an evening of local dark history inside the Anglican Chapel at London Road Cemetery. Uncover real historic tales, including a policeman assaulted by a sobbing spirit and disembodied apparitions at St Michael’s. Told by an expert featured on BBC2's Victorian Murder Club.
Plague and Performance at St Mary's Guildhall
Step back in time inside the Dame Ellen Terry room at St Mary’s Guildhall. Historian Dr. Will Green uncovers the dark history of 1592, when London's theatres shuttered due to plague and actors. This includes players linked to William Shakespeare retreating to Coventry for safety.
Immersive Dinners, Deception & Mystery
Turn your autumn evening into a game of strategy, suspense, and fine dining across the region's top country house hotels.
Betrayed: Dinner & Deception at Coombe Abbey
Step into the candlelit halls of Coombe Abbey Hotel for an evening of trust, tension, and dinner. Enjoy a sparkling arrival drink and a three-course menu while navigating a game of secret roles and hidden agendas. Will you unmask the traitor or fall under suspicion yourself?
Victorian Murder Mystery Evenings at Coombe Abbey
Set in 1855, Lord Craven is hosting a lavish party, but a murder has taken place! Help solve the crime over a three-course dinner, complete with live theatrical actors and a post-show disco running late into the evening.
Secrets at the Table at Windmill Village Hotel
Gather a table of friends at Windmill Village Hotel for a thrilling, game-based dining experience guided by a professional actor. Over a three-course dinner in a private dining room, your group will tackle team challenges, exiles, and surprise resurrections.
Clairvoyant Afternoon Tea at Windmill Village Hotel
Looking for clarity from the universe? Enjoy an intimate psychic experience where three different psychics rotate around your table to share messages and guidance during a 1.5-hour session, followed by optional private readings.
Family Thrills: St John's Haunted House
If you're looking for things to do with kids during half term, St John’s Haunted House in nearby Warwick delivers a hands-on, magical adventure.
Children can wander through mysterious rooms transformed for the season, following clues to unravel a twisted fairytale story. Young witches and wizards can get messy mixing potion ingredients, joining slime-making workshops, and crafting Halloween characters to take home. Costumes are highly encouraged for both kids and grown-ups!
Kids Halloween Spooktakular at Heart of England Conference & Events / Quicken Tree
Spooktacular Kids Halloween in the Marquee, running Oct 26, 2026 – Oct 30, 2026, from 4PM-8PM.
Little monsters can look forward to a jam-packed evening complete with a disco, bouncy castles, ghoulish games, and prizes, as well as a spooky train ride through the enchanted woods to the witches' lair. Train rides run between 5PM-7PM, with specific departure times allocated upon arrival in the marquee.
Tickets are priced at £15 for children and £5 for adults, and pre-booking is essential to secure your spot for this magical Halloween adventure.
Plan Your Halloween in Coventry
Whether you are booking a historic stay at Coombe Abbey Hotel, catching drag performances at FarGo Village, or uncovering dark history at St Mary’s Guildhall, autumn is one of the most exciting times to explore Coventry.
Many of these seasonal events sell out quickly in advance, so be sure to secure your tickets early!
Want to see what else is happening across the city? Head over to our main What’s On in Coventry guide to discover upcoming gigs, theatre performances, and local events during your stay.