Xolile Mtembu|Published
Halloween is creeping up on Durban, and residents can look forward to a weekend packed with haunted trails, terrifying mazes, wild costume parties and family-friendly fun.
From screaming your way through horror attractions to dancing the night away, there is something for everyone looking to celebrate the spookiest night of the year.
Halloween falls on Saturday, October 31, with several events taking place across Durban and KwaZulu-Natal from Friday, October 30.
Whether you are planning a night out with friends or looking for something fun to do with the children, here are five Halloween events to add to your calendar.
Brave the darkness at Giba Gorge
If you enjoy a little adrenaline with your Halloween celebrations, the Giba Gorge Halloween Night Run could be right up your street.
Scheduled for Friday, October 30, the event invites visitors to explore a spooky trail after dark, with unexpected characters and sweet stations for children.
Costumes are encouraged, while a headlamp is required because parts of the route are unlit.
Tickets are listed at R50 for adults and R80 for children, with the children's tickets including a sweet bucket.
Get ready for a terrifying night at Origin
Those looking for a more intense Halloween experience can head to Origin nightclub in Glenwood for the Enchanted Inferno Maze.
Taking place on October 30 and 31, the event promises dark visuals, themed entertainment and music for partygoers ready to embrace the Halloween atmosphere.
General admission tickets have been listed at between R200 and R250, depending on the ticket phase. The event is strictly for over-18s.
Dance the night away at After Dark
Halloween costumes, DJs and multiple dance floors are on the cards at the After Dark Halloween Party at 153 on Florida.
Running on October 30 and 31, the event promises five dance floors, roaming performers, themed decorations, photo opportunities and costume prizes.
Partygoers can also look forward to Halloween sweets and treats.
Tickets have been advertised from R250, with door tickets listed at R300. The event is strictly for over-18s.
Take the children to a spooky museum night
Halloween is not only for adults.
Families can head to the KwaZulu-Natal Museum in Pietermaritzburg on Saturday, October 31, for Night at the Museum: Halloween Edition.
The event is scheduled to run from 5pm to 8pm, with a reptile show, a magic performance, a Halloween-themed scare area and activities for children.
There will also be a best-dressed competition, giving young visitors the chance to show off their most creative costumes.
Tickets are listed at between R65 and R80.
Face your fears at Ballito Halloween Horrors
For those who want their Halloween to be genuinely frightening, Ballito Halloween Horrors promises a chilling experience at La Montagne Resort.
Running on October 30 and 31, the attraction features four horror-themed worlds, including a maze of horrors and the Twisted Woods.
Visitors who prefer less frightening entertainment can opt for the family-friendly experience, which includes face painting, carnival games, treats and themed activities.
The full horror experience is listed at R250 per person, while the family-friendly option costs R150 per person. Children under five enter free.
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