5 Alternative ways to spend Halloween in Malta
With 5 days left until October 31, Halloween is just around the corner. Whether you’ve had your plans set for months or you’re still scrambling for an event to attend, it can sometimes feel like there isn’t really much to do on Halloween in Malta, especially as an adult. So, here are 5 alternative ways to spend your Halloween if parties aren’t your thing but you don’t feel like staying in for a horror movie marathon.
Escape Room
Escape rooms are a favoured yet still widely underrated Halloween activity. Can You Escape? Malta in Fgura has a varied selection of Games for you and your friends to break out of, but Emily’s Motel is the best choice for a creepy Halloween night. Picture this; You and your friends are driving and you make a stop at a motel, but something doesn’t feel right about this place. And just like that, you’re locked in with clues, some of your best puzzle-solving friends (conveniently), and 60 minutes to get out. Can you make it out in time? Visit here for more information.
Interactive Valletta Ghost Hunt
You may think your many hours spent watching ghost-hunting clips in your room with the lights off have desensitised you, but are you daring enough to visit Valletta late at night when all the creepy historical landmarks and buildings have been deserted? Questo’s Valletta Ghost Hunt is a unique activity that will guide you around the city’s best haunted spots, such as the Manoel Theatre and the Grandmaster’s Palace. Along the way, you’ll solve puzzles, riddles, and cryptic codes, as well as learn fascinating tidbits about the sites. That means no monotone tour guide and no rushing to keep up – all you need is your phone. Book your slot and learn more here.
'The Haunting' at the Manoel Theatre
Speaking of Manoel Theatre, a new play by award-winning actor-director Stephen Oliver debuts this Halloween. ‘The Haunting: Dare To Face The Darkness’ borrows inspiration from real ghost stories from Malta, hair-raising poetry, and theatrical excerpts. Ironically, the Manoel Theatre itself has its own share of supernatural mystery and rumour of ghost activity surrounding it. The most common and perhaps most creepy rumour is that of a woman singing lullabies at night. Many believe the voice belongs to the mistress of Grand Master de Vilhena, who built the theatre in 1732. This combined with seat-of-the-pants effects and wrap-around sound makes for an experience so scarily immersive you’ll be afraid to sleep with the lights off. Get your tickets here.
Halloween Disco Bowling
Seems Halloween has come a long way in Malta, as even Eden Superbowl is getting into the Halloween spirit. On Friday 28 and Saturday 29 October for an exclusive Halloween Disco Bowling event. Get ready to bowl on UV Glowing Lanes, then freshen up with your free spooky welcome drink after destroying the competition. All of this and some scary tunes are waiting for you this weekend – just make sure to show up after 8:30 pm! You can book a lane on Eden Superbowl’s official site here.
fright night at the hatter irish pub
Okay, if you’re reading this list you’re probably looking for an alternative to getting drinks at a bar, but hear us out a bit. This Halloween, the Hatter Irish Pub in Gżira is pulling all the stops to bring you a special experience. We’re talking about a pumpkin carving contest in teams, along with not one but two Halloween-themed tabletop/board games. Then, think outside of the box, find inspiration, and hit the thrift stores because there will be a costume competition. Plus, an interactive game of bingo that’ll have you dealing with items hidden around the venue rather than numbers. Tell your friends and book your spot here.
So, do you still think you’ll just stay in this Halloween?
