Halloween Spookiness in Essen: The Spooky Time of Year Begins
At the end of October, things will get wonderfully spooky again! Pumpkins with bizarre faces will be sitting on doorsteps, cobwebs will hang in the windows, and the first Halloween parties are being planned. While kids look forward to their costumes and the next round of “trick-or-treating,” others are already thinking about where they’d like to celebrate on October 31. Whether at home with friends or out and about in the Ruhr region, a little spooky fun is simply part of the season now.
Here at the Rathaus Galerie Essen, things are getting spooky again just in time for Halloween. In addition to lots of ideas for costumes and decorations, a special photo event awaits you this year. After all, who hasn’t wondered at least once what they’d look like dressed up as a vampire, witch, or zombie? On October 29 and 30, you can find out exactly that—and with a little luck, you might even win €100.
Halloween Horror Decorations for Your Home: A Little Spookiness Is Fine
Are you planning a Halloween party with friends or want to get your home ready for October 31 with the right Halloween decorations? You don’t have to turn your entire living room into a haunted house to do so. A few artificial spiderwebs on the window, pumpkins on the table, and candles in dark colors are enough to create a spooky atmosphere. It’s especially fun to carve pumpkins or make little paper ghosts together with the kids.
At TEDi you’ll find craft supplies, seasonal decorations, and party accessories to help you decorate your home for any occasion. Nanu Nana offers lanterns, candle holders, and decorative home accessories that you can combine with your Halloween ideas.
Trick-or-treat! Are you ready for the little spooky guests?
No sooner does it get dark on Halloween night than the doorbell rings. Outside, a little witch, Dracula, and ghosts are waiting, going from house to house with their bags of candy. And most of the time, it doesn’t stop at just one group. Anyone who’s ever realized after the fifth doorbell ring that the candy is starting to run low knows this: It never hurts to have a small stash on Halloween.
At REWE you’ll find chocolate bars, candies, and fruit gummies so your little spooky guests don’t have to leave empty-handed. At McPaper , you can get gift bags, stickers, and pens to put together little candy packets that are just right for kids. That way, you’ll be all set when it’s time to hear, “Trick or treat!” again.
Halloween parties and events in the Ruhr region, but you still don’t have a costume?
You’ve already made plans for a Halloween night out, but your costume is still just a rough idea? You’re definitely not alone. Especially around Essen, there are quite a few Halloween events where it’s worth going all out with your look. Whether you’re a terrifyingly beautiful partygoer, a decorated vase, or a Dracula DJ: On Halloween, there are no limits to your creativity when it comes to costumes.
At Woolworth you’ll find dark shirts, matching basics, and accessories to help you put together a spooky look. At dm , you can get eyeshadow, eyeliner, and lipstick to transform yourself into a fantasy character or a dark figure. That way, you’ll be ready for the next spooky party—even without an elaborate costume.
Our Halloween 2026 Photo Campaign: Do you dare step in front of the camera and give others the creeps?
Want to see what you’d look like as a spooky character, but don’t feel like spending hours doing your makeup? Then we’ve got just the thing for you! In our Halloween Special, artificial intelligence takes care of the transformation. Just step in front of the camera and let yourself be surprised by the terrifyingly beautiful character that emerges. Maybe there’s a vampire inside you that you didn’t even know about?
On October 29 and 30, 2026, we’ll transform you into your very own Halloween character from 12:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. each day. Our photographer will take a picture of you, and the AI will use it to create your very own spooky version. Whether you’re a vampire, a witch, or a zombie, you’ll get the result right on your smartphone.
Halloween Contest: Three Photos and a Chance to Win €100
After your transformation, you’ll receive three photos sent directly to your phone. The first shows you in your spooky Halloween costume. The second includes a Halloween greeting you can send to friends or family, and the third is related to the contest. This way, you’ll not only have a special memento of your visit, but you might also get lucky.
Want to enter? Then share your contest photo on Instagram and tag the Rathaus Galerie Essen. We’re giving away three prizes of 100 € each! The entry deadline is November 5, 2026. Prizes must be picked up in person at the Rathaus Galerie. You can find all additional information in our terms and conditions.
Join us for the Halloween Special at the Rathaus Galerie Essen: We’re looking forward to seeing you!
Looking to pick up something for your Halloween party, complete your costume, or simply enjoy a pleasant afternoon? Then combine your visit with a bit of Halloween spirit. Whether you need decorations for your celebration at home or the perfect makeup for the big Halloween events in the Ruhr area, you can prepare for October 31st in our stores.
The Rathaus Galerie Essen is located right in the heart of downtown Essen and is easily accessible by bus, train, and car. Here you’ll find plenty of shops and restaurants all under one roof; you can take a break in between and let yourself be surprised by our photo event on October 29 or 30 . So grab your friends or family and stop by. We look forward to seeing you—if you dare!
Halloween Spookiness in Essen: The Spooky Time of Year Begins
At the end of October, things will get wonderfully spooky again! Pumpkins with bizarre faces will be sitting on doorsteps, cobwebs will hang in the windows, and the first Halloween parties are being planned. While kids look forward to their costumes and the next round of “trick-or-treating,” others are already thinking about where they’d like to celebrate on October 31. Whether at home with friends or out and about in the Ruhr region, a little spooky fun is simply part of the season now.
Here at the Rathaus Galerie Essen, things are getting spooky again just in time for Halloween. In addition to lots of ideas for costumes and decorations, a special photo event awaits you this year. After all, who hasn’t wondered at least once what they’d look like dressed up as a vampire, witch, or zombie? On October 29 and 30, you can find out exactly that—and with a little luck, you might even win €100.
Halloween Horror Decorations for Your Home: A Little Spookiness Is Fine
Are you planning a Halloween party with friends or want to get your home ready for October 31 with the right Halloween decorations? You don’t have to turn your entire living room into a haunted house to do so. A few artificial spiderwebs on the window, pumpkins on the table, and candles in dark colors are enough to create a spooky atmosphere. It’s especially fun to carve pumpkins or make little paper ghosts together with the kids.
At TEDi you’ll find craft supplies, seasonal decorations, and party accessories to help you decorate your home for any occasion. Nanu Nana offers lanterns, candle holders, and decorative home accessories that you can combine with your Halloween ideas.
Trick-or-treat! Are you ready for the little spooky guests?
No sooner does it get dark on Halloween night than the doorbell rings. Outside, a little witch, Dracula, and ghosts are waiting, going from house to house with their bags of candy. And most of the time, it doesn’t stop at just one group. Anyone who’s ever realized after the fifth doorbell ring that the candy is starting to run low knows this: It never hurts to have a small stash on Halloween.
At REWE you’ll find chocolate bars, candies, and fruit gummies so your little spooky guests don’t have to leave empty-handed. At McPaper , you can get gift bags, stickers, and pens to put together little candy packets that are just right for kids. That way, you’ll be all set when it’s time to hear, “Trick or treat!” again.
Halloween parties and events in the Ruhr region, but you still don’t have a costume?
You’ve already made plans for a Halloween night out, but your costume is still just a rough idea? You’re definitely not alone. Especially around Essen, there are quite a few Halloween events where it’s worth going all out with your look. Whether you’re a terrifyingly beautiful partygoer, a decorated vase, or a Dracula DJ: On Halloween, there are no limits to your creativity when it comes to costumes.
At Woolworth you’ll find dark shirts, matching basics, and accessories to help you put together a spooky look. At dm , you can get eyeshadow, eyeliner, and lipstick to transform yourself into a fantasy character or a dark figure. That way, you’ll be ready for the next spooky party—even without an elaborate costume.
Our Halloween 2026 Photo Campaign: Do you dare step in front of the camera and give others the creeps?
Want to see what you’d look like as a spooky character, but don’t feel like spending hours doing your makeup? Then we’ve got just the thing for you! In our Halloween Special, artificial intelligence takes care of the transformation. Just step in front of the camera and let yourself be surprised by the terrifyingly beautiful character that emerges. Maybe there’s a vampire inside you that you didn’t even know about?
On October 29 and 30, 2026, we’ll transform you into your very own Halloween character from 12:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. each day. Our photographer will take a picture of you, and the AI will use it to create your very own spooky version. Whether you’re a vampire, a witch, or a zombie, you’ll get the result right on your smartphone.
Halloween Contest: Three Photos and a Chance to Win €100
After your transformation, you’ll receive three photos sent directly to your phone. The first shows you in your spooky Halloween costume. The second includes a Halloween greeting you can send to friends or family, and the third is related to the contest. This way, you’ll not only have a special memento of your visit, but you might also get lucky.
Want to enter? Then share your contest photo on Instagram and tag the Rathaus Galerie Essen. We’re giving away three prizes of 100 € each! The entry deadline is November 5, 2026. Prizes must be picked up in person at the Rathaus Galerie. You can find all additional information in our terms and conditions.
Join us for the Halloween Special at the Rathaus Galerie Essen: We’re looking forward to seeing you!
Looking to pick up something for your Halloween party, complete your costume, or simply enjoy a pleasant afternoon? Then combine your visit with a bit of Halloween spirit. Whether you need decorations for your celebration at home or the perfect makeup for the big Halloween events in the Ruhr area, you can prepare for October 31st in our stores.
The Rathaus Galerie Essen is located right in the heart of downtown Essen and is easily accessible by bus, train, and car. Here you’ll find plenty of shops and restaurants all under one roof; you can take a break in between and let yourself be surprised by our photo event on October 29 or 30 . So grab your friends or family and stop by. We look forward to seeing you—if you dare!