Something wickedly good is brewing at Afflecks this Halloween… From ghoulish ghost tours to devilish photo ops, creepy cocktails and creative chaos, the building has plenty on for families, friends, and fearless fun-seekers alike.

Whether you’re here for spine-tingling stories or spooky slices of pizza, here’s your ultimate guide to everything happening in the building this Halloween season.

👻 Afflecks Ghost Walk - Explore Afflecks After Dark

Dates: October 25th, 28th & 30th
Times: 6:30PM & 7:30PM
Tickets: £9.50 + booking fee here

Step into the shadows of Manchester’s most legendary building for the Afflecks Ghost Walk, an after-hours tour led by a ghostly host with tales to make your spine tingle.

Discover eerie stories from Afflecks’ long and colourful history, and listen to haunted whispers from both the past and the present. This one’s perfect for anyone who loves a good scare with a side of storytelling.

🍴 The Afflecks Halloween Food Frenzy

Dates: 25th October – 2nd November
Tickets: £12.50 + booking fee here

Prepare your taste buds for a terrifying treat! On our Halloween Food Frenzy you'll explore the building and sample spooky snacks and drinks from our independent food and drink traders.

Each stop on this self-guided tasting tour offers a unique Halloween twist, from creepy cupcakes to sinister sips. It’s a great way to experience Afflecks, one eerie bite at a time.

😈 Satan’s Grotto

Location: 1st Floor, next to Abacus
Entry: £5, payable on the door

Forget Santa... this October, it’s Satan’s Grotto taking over the first floor! Step inside for your chance to meet the dark lord himself and grab a spooky souvenir photo.

For just £5, you’ll get a devilish encounter that’s perfect for your Halloween photo collection (if you dare).

🧙Halloween Sip & Paint

Date: October 27th
Time: 3PM–5PM
Tickets: From £10 via @simplyarttyy on Instagram

Calling all witches, wizards, and wannabe artists! Join @simplyarttyy for a Halloween-themed Sip & Paint where you can create your own spooky masterpiece while sipping on potions.

Expect fun games and free gift bags all with a festive twist.

💿 DJ Set at Vinyl Resting Place

Date: October 31st
Time: From 1PM
Entry: Free

Our 3rd floor record store Vinyl Resting Place will be hosting a Halloween party on the 31st! On the day DJ Rasp will be on the decks alongside a live performance from Lomax, dropping his brand-new 12-inch album.

Entry is free, just pop down from 1PM and support some local musicians!

🍕 Definitely Maybe Bar Halloween Specials

Dates: October 29th–31st
Entry: Free

It’s all treats (and a few tricks) at Definitely Maybe Bar this Halloween:

• 💉 Syringe shots for the brave

• 🍕 £5 pizza & drink kids meal deal (Oct 29–31)

• 🎶 Free entry all weekend

Perfect for spooky snacks before or after your frightful festivities!

💀 Crazy Pedro’s: Dia De Los Muertos Weekender

Dates: October 31st – November 2nd
Dress Code: Fancy Dress Optional

Wrap up the Halloween madness with a fiesta at Crazy Pedro’s! DJs, pizza, tequila, and vibrant Day of the Dead energy await.

🎃 Join the Fright Fest at Afflecks!

From ghostly tours to devilish grottoes, artistic chaos and live music, there's loads happening this Halloween! Come explore, shop, eat, and play, and don’t forget to share your spookiest moments by tagging us in any pics you take!