IMG Worlds Turns into Haunted Dubai for the Festival of Fright
IMG Worlds of Adventure transforms in late September and October from mid-September to late October in Haunted Dubai. The park annual Festival of Fright fills the park with haunted houses,...
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October 24, 2025
IMG Worlds of Adventure transforms in late September and October from mid-September to late October in Haunted Dubai. The park annual Festival of Fright fills the park with haunted houses, fright zones, shows, rides, and much more to delight, and terrify you into the Halloween spirit. It is the best way to get in the Halloween spirit in Dubai.
Explore Spooky Sights at IMG Worlds of Adventure
Arriving at the Park
Once you walk into the park you start to feel the Halloween spirit. Pumpkins, spiders, skeletons, and other scary decorations are displayed throughout the streets. Fog winds its way along the ground, lights dim intermittently, and menacing music blares from the speakers. Guests are dressed in fun and creative costumes ranging from princesses, to superheroes, to scary ghouls.
The park typically remains open until later in the evening so that you can enjoy all of the Haunted Dubai experiences asnight descends. The elaborate theming and spooky atmosphere create an enjoyable and scary day in the fall.
Now we want to discuss some of the top adventurous activities that are a must do if you visit the park during Halloween:
The Haunted Town
Enter the world of thrills and chills at The Haunted Town, IMG Worlds of Adventure’s frightening Halloween experience! From September 16 to October 30, 2025 September 15 to October 30, 2025, this 45-day extravaganza takes over the attraction and turns it into a frightful playground.
Stroll through different themed zones such as the Cave of Darkness and the Enchanted Ghost Town. Be sure to look for Halloween favorites like Zombie Junior and Vampical (who may surprise you this year)! Things get even creepier as evening falls with special effects and wandering scare actors.
The ticket price for The Haunted Dubai is still to be confirmed, including VAT. While you’re there, check out the Halloween merchandise and enjoy spooky treats provided all around the park. Costumes are encouraged, but make sure they are family-friendly and comply with UAE laws.
Haunted House
One of the festival’s biggest attractions is the terrifying haunted house experiences. Area 26 is an overwhelmingly scary haunted house that leads guests through dark, foggy hallways filled with disturbing scenes. You will encounter ghosts, zombies, crazy clowns, and other creepy characters at unexpected times. With the amazing set design and special effects, it feels like you are locked in a nightmare – and not just you, all your friends will be too.
The Extreme edition ups the ante even further. Just responding to Area 26 is enough to get your heart pounding! The other haunted houses are themed around a haunted house, a deserted carnival, and all types of very common frightening themes. It is an immersive walk-through attraction for those who are truly brave.
Scare Zones
Scare zones themed in a variety of styles transform a typical location into a creepy one throughout the park. The foreboding Dark Forest with werewolves and other beasts gather among the foggy woods. Alien Attack Zone makes you feel like you are inside an alien spaceship and attacked by lizard-like aliens. No matter where you walk, you will be surprised with fright by the different kind of creatures creeping out of the shadows. These detailed scare zones make it feel like nowhere in the park is safe from horror.
Shows and Entertainment
Besides the scare-ertainment, Festival of Fright has shows and entertainment for even more Halloween fun. Every night the Fright Light Parade starts the festivities with dancers, stilt walkers, floats and more moving through the park to creepy music. It’s not unusual to find a magic show featuring a creepy magician sawing someone in half, a dance party with creepy characters kicking up their undead moves, or a DJ playing spooky music to keep the energy and spirits up. The shows, parades and parties make the event feel like one big Halloween party.
Attractions and Rides
During the festival, the attractions at IMG Worlds are also transformed for the Haunted Dubai season. The Haunted Hotel ride is even more frightening when you are placed in a shaky elevator that drops 13 stories in the dark. The Predator roller coaster has alien species reaching for you, as you swiftly fly by. Even rides such as the Marvel Adventure that are predominantly family-friendly are giving sinister villains to add to the theme.
Along with the theming and effects, the park’s world-class rides become that much more exciting, as the squeals of joy are interlaced with screams of utter fright while you take the rides in a whole new nightmarish way.
Trick-or-Treating
Younger participants have an opportunity to enjoy the fun with a Trick-or-Treat Trail through the park. Children dressed in costumes will walk the trail and visit stations operated by ghosts, zombies, witches, and ghouls who hand out candy. This is a nice opportunity for families to experience the spirit of Halloween in dubai. Among the rides, shows and haunted houses intended for teens and adults, the Trick-or-Treat Trail offers an experience specifically for children.
Food and Beverage
After all the thrilling screaming and walking, IMG Worlds has various Halloween-themed food and drink. Pick up delicious sweet items like blood-red candy apples, monster doughnuts or pumpkin-spiced churros. Or grab something savory like monster burgers and hot dogs with creepy toppings and mummified chicken wings. For adult-drinkers, there are creepy cocktails, like a Poison-Apple drink with a syringe that glows. Drinking tentacle soda or eating a burger with bone-shaped pickles adds to the spirit.
This activity is surely in the top 5 things to do in Dubai for children. Not only will they have fun during the activity, but they will also remember this for many years to come.
As the Night Falls
As time approaches 11:59 PM, the amusement park gets even spookier with roaming zombies, ghosts, and ghouls out in full force. These horrifying horror show creatures come out after dark to dwell in the fog and search for their next victims. To stay until the very last minute, guests will have to be among the bravest of souls, steadying themselves and remaining still. You make your way down Hallucination Hill, trying to escape the Haunted Dubai creatures as they chase after you–the fog thickening with every step you take. You feel your heart racing in your chest with excitement and fear.
After a long day of adventure and fun of visiting the park, you’d need a place to allow your body rest and have a good night’s sleep. So remember to make sure you reserve a room at one of the greatest hotels near IMG Worlds of Adventure, to experience the comforts and luxury you deserve.
FAQ
1. What is the Festival of Fright at IMG Worlds?
The Festival of Fright is IMG Worlds of Adventure’s annual Halloween celebration, transforming the park into a haunted wonderland with spooky mazes, live performances, and themed attractions.
2. When does the Festival of Fright take place?
The event is usually held in October, leading up to Halloween night. Exact dates vary each year, so it’s best to check the official IMG Worlds website or social media for updates.
3. Is the Festival of Fright suitable for kids?
While IMG Worlds is a family-friendly park, the Festival of Fright is designed for older teens and adults. Younger visitors may find some attractions too intense due to loud sounds, darkness, and special effects.
4. How can I buy tickets for the Festival of Fright?
Tickets can be purchased online via the IMG Worlds website or at the park entrance. Special event tickets or combo passes are often available during the Halloween season.
5. How long does the Festival of Fright last?
The event typically runs for one night or over a weekend, featuring exclusive Halloween experiences after regular park hours.
