Spook-tacular: Blackpool Symphony Orchestra Halloween Prom

Friday, 31 October 2025 16:05

By Central Radio

Blackpool Symphony Orchestra returns for Halloween Prom complete with a live 50 piece orchestra.

Get ready for an afternoon of eerie elegance and musical mayhem. On Sunday 2 November at 3 pm, the Blackpool Symphony Orchestra (BSO) takes the stage at the historic Blackpool Grand Theatre to present its much-anticipated “Halloween Prom” – a 50-piece orchestra event specially crafted for fun, family and fright.

A concert with chills, thrills and plenty of style

The programme promises to embrace all that’s spooky and spectacular. Audiences can expect some beloved pop-culture favourites: the theme from Ghostbusters, the mischievous melody of The Addams Family, selections from the wizarding world of Harry Potter and the soaring anthem “Defying Gravity” from the blockbuster musical Wicked.

Then it gets theatrical: from the swirling flights of witches on broomsticks in Witches’ Sabbath (Witches’ Sunday) by Hector Berlioz, to the windswept terror of the Night on Bald Mountain by Modest Mussorgsky, and the blazing intensity of the Ritual Fire Dance (Manuel de Falla) to warm the cast and audience alike. The concert culminates in the vivid crescendo of The Firebird Finale (Igor Stravinsky) and a visit to the legendary Mountain King’s Hall in In the Hall of the Mountain King by Edvard Grieg.

Why this matters for music-lovers and families alike

Founded in 1921, the Blackpool Symphony Orchestra has long provided a significant cultural offer on the Fylde Coast. Holding this event at the Grand Theatre—designed by famed theatre architect Frank Matcham and opened in 1894 —adds to the sense of occasion.

This Prom is especially family-friendly: costumed attendance is encouraged, allowing younger audience members and their parents to immerse themselves in an afternoon of theatrical flair. Tickets begin at £21.50, with family ticket specials available.

Practical information

Date & Time: Sunday 2 November 2025 at 3:00 pm.
Venue: Blackpool Grand Theatre, 33 Church Street, Blackpool FY1 1HT.
Tickets: Starting at £21.50.
Suggested: Come in costume for full effect, and expect the spectacle of a full 50-piece orchestra tackling everything from pop overlays to classical show-pieces.

Why you should book now

With this unique mix of crowd-pleasers, theatrically vibrant classical works and a cast of 50 musicians, this concert stands out from typical afternoon outings. It's an ideal opportunity for families, for those who relish an immersive concert experience, or simply for anyone seeking something special this Halloween weekend.

Tickets are priced from £21.50 and are available from the Blackpool Grand Theatre website here:
https://www.blackpoolgrand.co.uk/event/blackpool-symphony-orchestra-halloween-prom

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