Halloween Fancy Dress Party at The Portsmouth Distillery

The Halloween Fancy Dress Party at The Portsmouth Distillery brings music, dancing, cocktails and Halloween mayhem to historic Fort Cumberland in Southsea on Saturday 31 October 2026.

If you are looking for Halloween events in Portsmouth or a Halloween night out with friends, this one is worth adding to your calendar.

The party runs from 6.30pm until 11pm, with music from Astromoda and DJ Mike Jackson throughout the evening.

Fancy dress is very much encouraged, with a prize for the best costume. Whether you go creepy, creative or completely outrageous, this is your chance to dress up properly for Halloween.

Halloween at Fort Cumberland

The setting makes this Halloween party particularly atmospheric.

The Portsmouth Distillery is located within the historic walls of Fort Cumberland at Eastney Point in Southsea. The distillery has been based within the eighteenth-century fort since 2018.

It's certainly not your average location for a Halloween night out.

Guests can expect an evening of music and dancing alongside drinks from the bar, which serves the distillery's own award-winning spirits.

Music, cocktails and fancy dress

Music will come from Astromoda and DJ Mike Jackson, creating the soundtrack for the Halloween celebrations.

Come dressed to impress – or terrify – because there will be a prize waiting for the evening's best fancy dress.

It's a great option for groups of friends searching for different things to do in Portsmouth this Halloween.

At a glance

Event: Halloween Fancy Dress Party
Date: Saturday 31 October 2026
Time: 6.30pm–11pm
Venue: The Portsmouth Distillery
Location: Fort Cumberland, Southsea, Portsmouth, PO4 9LD
Music: Astromoda and DJ Mike Jackson
Fancy dress: Encouraged, with a prize for the best costume
Booking: Tickets are available online

Good to know before you go

The Portsmouth Distillery is located at Coastguard Casemate, Fort Cumberland, Fort Cumberland Road, Southsea, PO4 9LD.

Tickets are available through the distillery's website, and booking ahead is recommended for this Halloween event.

Fort Cumberland is located on the southeastern tip of Portsea Island, surrounded by the sea and centuries of naval history.

If you're searching what's on in Hampshire for Halloween, this could be a fun alternative to the usual spooky trails and family Halloween activities.

Book Halloween at The Portsmouth Distillery

FAQs

When is The Portsmouth Distillery Halloween party?

The Halloween Fancy Dress Party takes place on Saturday 31 October 2026 from 6.30pm until 11pm.

Where is the Halloween party?

It takes place at The Portsmouth Distillery inside Fort Cumberland in Southsea, Portsmouth.

Is it fancy dress?

Yes. Guests are encouraged to dress up, and there will be a prize for the best costume.

Who is playing at the Halloween party?

The advertised music comes from Astromoda and DJ Mike Jackson.

Do I need tickets?

Tickets are available online through The Portsmouth Distillery's website.