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society Halloween Events
TUESDAY — October 28th
Time Lord Halloween Costume Contest & Screening
When? Tuesday Oct 28th, 7 pm–10 pm
Where? Anderson Theatre
Halloween costume contest followed by Doctor Who “Rebel Flesh” two-parter ;free pizza included.
Time Lord goes to Sisco — Halloween Edition
When? Tuesday Oct 28th, 10 pm–11 pm
Where? Róisín Dubh, Dominick Street
Second Time Lord night out of the year, join the society at Sisco for a Halloween social.
WEDNESDAY — October 29th
Face Your Fears — ZooSoc
When? Wednesday, October 29th 2025, 2:00pm – 5:00pm
Where? The Cube, Áras na Mac Léinn
ZooSoc invites you to challenge your fears by meeting animals and creatures that are often considered scary. Learn about them up close, debunk myths, and maybe even face something you never thought you could. Educational, hands-on, and perfect for spooky season.
Trick or Stitch: Halloween Costume Workshop — Fashion Soc
When? Wednesday Oct 29th, 4:30pm–6:30pm
Where? The Space, Áras na Mac Léinn
Craft your own costume at this Halloween-themed sewing & design session. Prize for best creation.
Halloween Themed Sitcom Screening — Sitcom Soc
When? Wednesday Oct 29th, 6 pm–8 pm
Where? Kirwan Lecture Theatre SC001
A screening of Halloween-themed sitcom episodes with a prize for the best-dressed attendee.
Halloween Sip & Paint — Women in Law
When? Wednesday Oct 29th, 7 pm–8pm
Where? Sult (College Bar)
Paint, sip and unwind with a Halloween twist. Details to follow closer to the date.
Hallowe’en Jam Session — Music Soc
When? Wednesday Oct 29th, 7 pm–10 pm
Where? Large Acoustic Room, Áras na Mac Léinn
Weekly jam session with a Halloween dress-up theme ; music, costumes, chats & pizza.
Spooky Quiz — WiSTEM
When? Wednesday Oct 29th, 7 pm–10 m
Where? Massimo’s, Galway Westend
Halloween-themed charity pub quiz in aid of Galway Rape Crisis Centre.
Halloween Photoshoot — Time Lord x Photography Soc
When? Wednesday Oct 29th, 7:30pm–10 pm
Where? Anderson Theatre
Come in costume and recreate iconic frames from horror and Halloween films.
Ghastly Gala — Horror Soc
When? Wednesday Oct 29th, 8 pm–11pm
Where? The Loft (Seven Bar)
Horror Soc’s first ever Halloween party... DJ, games, costume contest, drink token prizes & themed antics. Limited
tickets available.
Thursday — October 31th
Eastern European Society: Halloween Party
Where: Áras na Mac Léinn, Meeting Rooms 1 & 2
When: Thursday, 30th of October, 7-9pm
What’s happening:
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Themed drinks & snacks with an Eastern European twist - dumplings with “bloody” jam, “Dracula’s Blood” compote, and “Living Water” shots
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Halloween activities & themed party games
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Eastern European music & karaoke
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Photo zone with balloons and spooky decor
I Soc: Potluck for charity
Thursday, 18:30 to 21:00Oct 30th 2025
Bailey Allen Hall
A fun and inclusive potluck to raise money for charity
ESN Society: Fundraiser Halloween Games Night
Can you and your team lift the curse of the Banshee? Get ready for a night full of Irish Halloween games and spooky fun!
Wrap your teammate in toilet roll in the Tomb of the Mummy and test your wits in the Celtic Riddle, just two of the four haunted trials waiting for you
We’ll also have a pumpkin carving station, €5 per pumpkin (you can share with your friends)
→ Thursday 30 October
4.00pm – 7.00pm
→ Venue: Large Acoustic Room (Áras na Mac Léinn)
As this is a fundraiser, a charitable donation is required. All proceeds will go to Galway Simon Community and the Palestine Children’s Relief Fund.
Waiting to see you all in your fancy dress costumes!
Registration required, please fill out the Google Form here: Register
ESN Society & Model UN Socety: Treaty of Terror Party
Join us for a Halloween Bash at one of Galway’s best-known nightclubs! Bring your energy, your costumes, and your scariest dance moves. Surprise prizes for the best dressed!
→ Thursday 30 October 7.00pm
→ Venue: Electric Nightclub
The usual ticket price for Electric is €10 (+fees), but ESN members get in for only €5!
Tickets go on sale Tuesday, and you’ll be able to pick up your wristband at our Halloween Games Night. Keep an eye on our Instagram stories and this announcement page for updates!
