Göttingen Halloween fun: The best parties on October 30th and 31st!

Göttingen Halloween fun: The best parties on October 30th and 31st!

October 30th and 31st are just around the corner and the anticipation for Halloween is already palpable! In Göttingen and the surrounding area, this occasion is celebrated with a variety of events that focus on horror, fun and costumes. Whether spooky parties or family-friendly events, there is something for everyone here.

The Halloween party “Schöne Aussichten” will take place in Gerblingerode on October 30th with the Wüstefeld Twins, who want to cast their spell on guests from 9 p.m. At the Alpenmax in Göttingen, Halloween fever really starts on October 30th. Costumes are required here on three evenings, namely October 30th, 31st and November 1st, from 10 p.m. Anyone who dresses up in a spooky way is on the right side of the ghost train!

Spooky and happy events for the whole family

Family-friendly offers await at various locations on October 31st. In Mingerode, a Halloween celebration begins at 5 p.m. on Lindenallee with theater performances, can throwing and a fire show. Important: You have to bring your own cup! For the little ones, there are Halloween parties at the shooting range at Weißen Weg 3 in Breitenberg from 4 p.m., where ghost trains and scary dishes are on the program. In Gerblingerode there is also a party in the fire station on October 30th from 5 p.m. where ghosts, zombies and vampires cavort.

Of course, the parties for night owls cannot be missed. The Savoy in Göttingen is hosting an “Afterlife” with DJ Katch on October 31st from 11 p.m. Costumes are encouraged here, but not mandatory. If you prefer to take things a little quieter, you can visit the Klangwelt im Exil Göttingen on the same evening from 10 p.m. There is no compulsory costume on the program, but prizes will be awarded for the best outfits! The brick house in Duderstadt will also be busy on October 31st, when people are invited to the Halloween party at 8 p.m.

The roots of Halloween

But what is actually behind Halloween? The festival originally comes from the ancient Celtic harvest celebrations, especially Samhain, which was celebrated on November 1st. This time was of great importance to the Druids as they believed that the souls of the deceased could visit the living on this day. Bonfires were a popular custom to protect oneself from evil spirits. These aspects have been preserved in modern Halloween, a celebration that many people now know in its colorful form. About a quarter of annual candy sales in the United States occur during this time, showing how popular the holiday has become.

However, because of the origins of Halloween, people often question whether this holiday is appropriate for Christians. While the Bible does not directly mention Halloween, it does contain principles that are helpful in determining the purpose of the celebration. Some people believe that the dark roots and practices, such as witchcraft, celebrated on Halloween should be viewed critically. The Bible encourages thinking about things that are good and praiseworthy, a reflection that many are doing at this time.

Whether you slip into a creative costume, collect the candy or simply watch the hustle and bustle, the Halloween weekend in Göttingen and the surrounding area has a lot in store. Let yourself be infected by the spooky atmosphere!