HALLOWEEN IN GENEVA 2019 – FOR KIDS
by Alexandra Osváth
Make Halloween a fête to remember for your children this year. From themed brunches to outdoor activities, there’s Halloween magic for all ages. We’ll update this list as we become aware of new events. Share your events with us on info@thingstodoingeneva.ch
To find a costume – check out our guide to the best places to buy your costume, accessories and party decorations.
HAUNTED HALLOWEEN
HALLOWEEN AT CHAPLIN’S WORLD
Don’t miss the Haunted House at Chaplin’s World!
MONSTERS PARADE
WHERE: In the attic of the Manor at Chaplin’s World
WHEN: 12th-20th October, 3pm
DURATION: according to the number of participants
To participate, arrive at the attic 10 minutes before the start of the parade
COST: Free activity with a Chaplin’s World admission ticket
MAKE-UP WORKSHOP
WHERE: In the cellars of the Manor
WHEN: 12th-20th October, 11:30 am to 5pm
DURATION: about 15 minutes per child, depending on queue
COST: Free activity with a Chaplin’s World admission ticket
Without pre-registration or reservation
BLACKLIGHT SHOW
WHERE: In the attic of the Manor
WHEN: 21st-27th October
SHOW SCHEDULE: 11am / 1pm / 2pm / 3 pm / 4pm / 5pm
DURATION: about 30 minutes
COST: Free show with a Chaplin’s World admission ticket
Capacity of 100 people per show
On-site reservation at the information point
PUMPKIN CARVING WORKSHOP
WHERE: In the cellars of the Manor
WHEN: 21st-27th October, 11am to 5pm
DURATION: about 30 minutes per child
COST: Free activity* with Chaplin’s World admission ticket
Limited capacity, no reservation possible.
* Keep your Halloween pumpkin for 5 CHF
WHERE
Chaplin’s World By Grévin
Route de Fenil 2
1804 Corsier-sur-Vevey (Canton of Vaud)
MORE INFO
Available on their website here
HALLOWEEN AT PARC AVENTURE
Experience a spooky nighttime high ropes course and zip-line for an unforgettable Halloween!
Unlike their standard high ropes course, you’ll book for the full evening and they’ll provide you with headlamps!
The park will be decorated, the staff will be in costumes, and you will receive a serving of raclette as a welcome treat! Come dressed in (warm!) Halloween costumes!
WHEN
26th October and 2nd November, from 7pm – 11pm
COST
Adults 50 CHF
7-11 years old 38 CHF
12-17 years old 41 CHF
Spots are limited and must be reserved in advance, so click here to book now!
WHERE
Chemin François-Chavaz 110
1213 Onex, Geneva
MORE INFO
Newsletter: click here
Reserve your spot here
SENSAS GENEVA – SENSORY EXPERIENCE
Do you dare? Experience Halloween with all your senses at the House of Terror…
Once inside, you’ll have only a torch to guide you through the different rooms of the house… and face the challenges left for you by evil spirits!
WHEN
Book a slot from 22nd October until 7th November: click here
Ages 14+
WHERE
Rue de Richemont 19
1202 Geneva
MORE INFO
Available here
GHOULISH CAKES AND HALLOWEEN COOKIES AT ROYAUME MELAZIC
GHOULISH CAKE DECORATING WORKSHOP
Create and eat these “brain” cakes… if you dare!
Cannelle Rebelle will teach you how to make a terrifying cake for Halloween. She’ll guide you through the process, sharing her pro pastry tips.
Each participant will decorate and take home their own cake (about 15 cm in diameter), as well as all the recipes to make the same cake at home.
The icing on the cake? 10% off all store purchases on the day of the workshop. Candy bar and tea, coffee and syrups included.
Ages: 13+
COST: 85 CHF
WHEN
Thursday, 31st October at 6:30pm
WHERE
Royaume Melazic (Geneva)
Place de Grenus 5
1201 Geneva
MORE INFO
Brain cupcakes: more info and sign-up here
HALLOWEEN COOKIES
Cupcakes, macaroons, cookies, cakes: the Kingdom welcomes mini Princes and Princesses for a creative and gourmet workshop! After trying your hand at preparing glazes or ganaches, our fairy confectioner reveals all her secrets to making delicious Halloween cookies! Each child receives a paper crown upon arrival, but can absolutely wear Halloween costumes for the occasion (in the Kingdom, everything is allowed).
The workshop ends with a small tasting and the apprentice pastry chefs leave with their own creations!
Ages: 6-12 years
COST: 35 CHF
WHEN
Saturday, 26th October at 4pm
WHERE
Royaume Melazic (Geneva)
Place de Grenus 5
1201 Geneva
MORE INFO
Halloween cookies: more info and sign-up here
PARTIES FOR KIDS & TEENS
Huge Halloween Party for Kids at Jayland
Your kids definitely won’t want to miss this Halloween party at Jayland in Gland, the largest children’s rec centre in French-speaking Switzerland. Just 5 minutes from Lausanne and 30 minutes from Geneva.
NEW! Horror LASER GAME
Candy hunting
Trick-or-treating
Meet a witch
Dance performance
Halloween costume contest
Many gifts and surprises
Halloween meal:
– Squash soup
– Demon Burgers
– Large choice à la carte: https://www.diagourmet.com/menus
WHEN
Thursday, 31st October from 4:30pm – 9:30pm
WHERE
Route de Suisse 41
1196 Gland (Canton of Vaud)
MORE INFO
Check out their Facebook event here
HALLOWEEN PARTY AT YATOULAND ACACIAS
Kids of all ages, including those hard-to-please teens, will have a spooktacular Halloween at Yatouland Acacias.
Come shiver with family and music on Saturday, 2nd November.
Yatouland is celebrating Halloween by organising a mega party for families on 3 dance floors!
Parade, dance, music, games and costume contest … And many other surprises!
COST
Under 15 years: 15 CHF bottomless syrups
Adult admission 15 CHF, free welcome cocktail
– For children aged 3 to 11: Halloween-themed fashion show, Halloween costume contest* followed by a crazy Kids disco with our activity leaders and DJs.
– For teens ages 12 to 15: Halloween costume contest* followed by a “Teens Party” in private room.
– For parents: karaoke, dance floor and bar.
7pm: Children’s fashion show
7:30pm: Halloween costume contest*
8pm: Halloween Party
Wear your best Halloween costume and come dance!
WHEN
Saturday, 2nd November from 7pm
WHERE
Yatouland
Chemin de la Gravière, 4
1227 Les Acacias, Geneva
MORE INFO
Click here for their Facebook event
HALLOWEEN AT SIGNAL DE BOUGY
Your kids will love the Halloween activities at Signal de Bougy fun park! With themed activities for different ages, there’s something for everyone.
Ages: 2.5 to 6 years old
Pumpkins and a sensory experience (organised by Babilou crèche)
9am-noon
Call 058 568 31 50 to sign up (advance registration required)
COST: 5 CHF per child
Ages: 6 years +
MAKE-UP AND CONTEMPORARY TATTOOS
9am-noon
Call 058 568 31 50 to sign up (advance registration required)
COST: 10 CHF per child
MINI DISCO with DJEREM and dancers from the Lucky Dance Academy
1pm – 5pm
COST: Free, no registration required
WHEN
Sunday, 3rd November
WHERE
Parc Pré Vert
Signal de Bougy
1172 Bougy-Villars (Canton of Vaud)
MORE INFO
Available here
HALLOWEEN BRUNCH
HALLOWEEN BRUNCH &AFTERNOON TEA Windows Restaurant, Hotel d’Angleterre
Sip on witches’ brew (don’t worry, tastes like tea…) while the kids go trick-or-treating and enjoy fun Halloween themed activities. Spooky fun for the whole family.
WHEN
Sunday, 27th October
Brunch (noon – 2 pm): 89 CHF per person
AFTERNOON TEA (3pm – 6pm) :
Traditional Afternoon Tea : 49 CHF per person or 83 CHF for two people
Champagne Afternoon Tea: 63 CHF per person or 111 CHF for two people
WHERE
Hotel d’Angleterre
Quai du Mont-Blanc 17
1201 Geneva
MORE INFO
On their Facebook event
HALLOWEEN PARTY AT LES GRANGES RESTAURANT
Celebrate Les Granges’ last day of the season with the entire family at a not-so-spooky (but quite festive) Halloween dinner. Hosted by Les Granges and Pro Natura Genève.
Special Halloween menu:
Enchanted pumpkin soup
Red and black hamburger (classic or vegetarian)
Mystery crème brûlées
Special activity for children
Come in costume!
WHEN
Thursday, 31st October, 6pm – 9pm
WHERE
Les Granges Restaurant
route de l’Allondon 150
1283 Dardagny, Geneva
MORE INFO
See their Facebook event here
