Halloween 2025: Where to eat, play, and party around the metro
Halloween 2025 is shaping up to be one for the books—don’t worry, not the Death Note kind. Whether you’re in the mood for a feast, a forest adventure, or a full-blown party, the metro has something for every kind of thrill-seeker. Here’s your ultimate roundup of where to celebrate Halloween this year.
Once upon a Halloween at Newport World Resorts
This year, Newport World Resorts brings a touch of fantasy to the spooky season with Once Upon a Halloween—a lineup of themed dining experiences and family activities across its hotels.
At Manila Marriott Hotel, families can step into Once Upon a Swamp on Oct. 26, where a whimsical Sunday lunch buffet priced at P3,688 comes with trick-or-treat adventures and themed desserts like the pumpkin mascarpone cake and Dracula finger cookies.
Meanwhile, Sheraton Manila Hotel’s Myth & Madness brings Filipino folklore to life through a buffet experience, while Oori Korean Restaurant adds a K-twist to the celebration.
Families looking for a cozy staycation can head to Holiday Inn Express Manila, offering a room + access pass package for P7,500. The deal includes breakfast for two and entry for one adult and one child to Spooky Swamp Fest—a fun-filled Halloween bash at The Greatroom packed with games, themed activities, and surprises for kids.
For those who prefer an elegant affair, Hotel Okura Manila sets the mood with a Halloween-themed dinner buffet at Yawaragi on Oct. 31, while Sora Pool Bar keeps the spirit flowing with special Halloween drinks available until November.
Mystery and mayhem in Intramuros
The walls are whispering again. Intramuros Investigation 4 by Mystery Manila returns from Oct. 24 to Nov. 9, giving thrill-seekers a chance to uncover chilling stories within the city’s historic walls. Choose your path—on foot (P899/head) or on bike (P999/head)—and chase clues with your team as you try to solve a mystery that refuses to stay buried. Book at booknow.mysterymanila.com.
Into the forest at Masungi LGeoreserve
Trade club lights for moonlight because Masungi Georeserve in Tanay, Rizal, has the perfect Halloween activity for you.
From Oct. 30 to Nov. 2, this sanctuary invites guests to join Masungi After Hours: Halloween Special—a rare chance to wander its limestone landscape beneath the stars.
Each evening offers four adventure slots at 5 p.m., 6:30 p.m., 8 p.m., 9:30 p.m., and 11 p.m. The guided night walk lasts three to four hours and costs P2,000 per guest or P1,800 per person for groups of three or more.
Do note that registration does not guarantee an immediate slot—you’ll receive an approval email once confirmed. To speed up the process, make sure to provide complete details for all participants, as incomplete entries cannot be processed. Register at bit.ly/MasungiAfterHours2025.
&Friends Halloween pre-party cave rave
What is Halloween without pre-party Halloween? Timeless Collective PH, &Friends Fest, and Incanta are joining forces for the &Friends Halloween Party: Cave Rave on Oct. 25 at Incanta. The beats start dropping at 9 p.m. and won’t stop till late.
Icons after dark by Good Gang
Good Gang is turning up the heat this Halloween with Icons After Dark, happening on Oct. 31 at Brooklyn Warehouse, Recto. Known for their crowd-pulling parties and celebrity appearances, including James Reid, the collective is bringing Manila’s trendsetters together for a night of music and self-expression.
Poblacion Halloween street party
This list wouldn’t be complete without the Poblacion Halloween street party—a tradition where the fun spills out of the bars and into the streets.
Known for its nightlife, Poblacion transforms into one massive costume parade. It’s the perfect spot for spontaneous bar-hopping, dancing under neon lights, and showing off your best look—because in Poblacion, everyone comes to see and be seen.
Madhouse: Halloween Party & Night Market
Step into the rabbit hole and embrace the chaos at Madhouse, a Halloween party and night market hosted by Socialista Club at Stratosphere Events Place. Expect killer beats from headliners @wedontcareuk, Curious Creatures, and more as you lose yourself in this twisted wonderland of sound and style. The event kicks off on Oct. 30, from 8:00 p.m. onwards, with tickets available for P800 online or P1,000 at the door.
