Halloween Events 2016

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We've compiled the best events for Halloween and Day of the Dead celebrations this year so you can have a frightfully good time!

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Come Die With Me @ Randy's Wing Bar, Hackney Wick. 29 October

Beware the #TerriFries and Wing Reapers as purveyors of awesome fried chicken things, Randy's Wing Bar, and World of Zing have collaborated on a pun-tastic Halloween event and menu.  Head down on 29 October for lively party vibes and some scarily hot dishes made using a host of rare and fiery chillies from World of Zing.  Of course, if you can't take the heat Randy's will also be offering their standard menu.  But what's the fun in that?! www.randyswingbar.co.uk

Halloween Cabaret at Scarfes Bar, Holborn. 29 October

Scarfes Bar at Rosewood London will undergo a ghostly transformation to become the haunted library of a spectral manor house.  The evening will be hosted by internationally famed cabaret star Dusty Limits, who will play the role of the ageless host Dante treating guests to a macabre burlesque performance with a selection of special guests.  Tickets are £60 from www.seetickets.com/event/haunting-of-the-scarfes-bar/rosewood-london/1023449

Wahaca Day of the Dead Party @ The Vaults, Waterloo. 3-5 November

Wahaca will host a three day agave-fuelled fiesta in celebration of Mexico's favourite festival, Day of the Dead. The Vaults in Waterloo will showcase the very best of Mexican culture, with live music, art and performance, as well as a live Lucha Libre stage and street food from some of London's favourites. A Tunnel of Remembrance will also be in place for guests to celebrate the lives of the late David Bowie, Alan Rickman, Prince, and all the other great souls that have left us recently.  Tickets are £25 from www.WahacaDOTD.co.uk

Day of the Dead @ Junkyard Golf Club, Brick Lane. 29 October

Junkyard Golf Club will receive a Halloween makeover with spiders, clowns and ghouls floating around the venue for a once in a lifetime crazy golf experience whilst DJs keep players going into the night. Tarot Card readings, circus performers, fire eaters will also add to the fun whilst the four fun mini golf courses, Halloween themed cocktails and food from Bart's Dog Kart will ensure Junkyard Golf Club has everything needed for the occasion. Tickets start at £10.50 from www.junkyardgolfclub.co.uk

Music To Be Murdered By  @ Crazy Coqs, Piccadilly. 30th/31st October

Music to be murdered is slick, seductive and thought provoking, taking audience members on a multi-sensory journey through music, theatre and comedy. With cleverly-directed visuals, edgy choreography and classical music, the show gives the audience a thirst for comedic murderous thoughts. Narrated by the master of suspense Mr Halloween himself Alfred Hitchcock, the cast certainly keep the audience on the edge of their seats.  Tickets are £20 from www.brasseriezedel.com

The Mansion Halloween Ball, secret location. 29 October

The Mansion Halloween Ball promises to be the most extraordinary, electrifying and terrifying party this Halloween. Held in a spooky secret location in front of a haunted graveyard, in North West London, expect world class DJs, endless entertainment and a plethora of performances from around the world.  Tickets are £36 from www.themansionlondon.com/#!next-event/c1c6p 

Day of the Dead @ Mestizo, Euston. 27 October

Properly authentic Mexican restaurant, Mestizo, will transform their downstairs bar into a Dungeon of Doom to celebrate Day of the Dead. Tickets will be available at the door (£10 including 2 coronas) and a wide selection of delicious tacos (from £1) will be on offer in addition to free face-painting. Upstairs at the restaurant, guests will be invited to pay homage to their own dearly departed, bringing photos and mementos in tribute to place on the traditional Dia De Los Muertos altar. Tickets from http://london.mestizomx.com

World of Zing Winter Warmer Recipes (from Channel 4 Sunday Brunch)
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