Get ready for a double header of spooky celebrations as Halloween Weekend at The Cricks arrives at The Cricketers Arms on Friday 30th and Saturday 31st October 2026! Situated in the bustling Bedford Place and Carlton Place nightlife quarter (SO15 2DX), one of Southampton’s favourite local pubs is hosting a full weekend of Halloween antics. Kickstarting on Friday night from 9:00 PM, live band Tuto Tribe takes to the stage to bring high-energy musical entertainment. On Saturday, the party continues with late-night drinking and dancing through until 2:00 AM. Throughout the entire weekend, visitors can take part in the ongoing Halloween Costume Competition, with fantastic group and individual prizes up for grabs for the best dressed ghosts, ghouls, and creative partygoers. Entry is free across both nights!
Halloween Weekend at The Cricks Schedule & Timings
Event timings and schedule at The Cricketers Arms:
- Event Dates: Friday 30th October and Saturday 31st October 2026.
- Friday Schedule: Live music featuring Tuto Tribe starting from 9:00 PM GMT.
- Saturday Schedule: Late-night weekend celebration open until 2:00 AM GMT.
- Costume Contest Timings: Running continuously across both Friday and Saturday nights.
What to Expect at Halloween Weekend at The Cricks
Key highlights and entertainment at The Cricketers Arms:
- Live Music (Friday): Live performance by Tuto Tribe kicking off at 9:00 PM.
- Weekend Costume Competition: Dress to impress in Halloween costumes all weekend long.
- Group & Individual Prizes: Contests featuring prizes for both group and individual costume entries.
- Late Night Party (Saturday): Extended opening hours keeping the pub open until 2:00 AM.
- Carlton Place Atmosphere: Vibrant pedestrianised pub garden and outdoor seating in the heart of Southampton’s nightlife area.
Halloween Weekend at The Cricks Tickets & Pricing
Admission details and booking information:
- Admission: Free entry throughout both nights.
- Booking: No advance tickets required; drop-in entry on the night.
- Age Advisory: Strictly 18+ event. Valid photo ID required.
The Cricketers Arms Address
Location and travel information for The Cricketers Arms:
The Cricketers Arms Location
The Cricketers Arms, Carlton Place, Southampton, Hampshire SO15 2DX.
How to Get to The Cricketers Arms
- By Car: Located in the Bedford Place / Carlton Place pedestrianised precinct, easily accessible from London Road (A33).
- By Rail: Southampton Central train station is approximately a 10–12 minute walk away.
- By Bus: Multiple city bus lines stop along London Road and Above Bar Street, just a short walk from Carlton Place.
Pub Facilities & Accessibility
Venue amenities and accessibility features:
- Facilities: Outdoor seating along Carlton Place, main pub bar, sports screens, and customer restrooms.
- Accessibility: Level ground floor access to the bar and outdoor seating area.
The Cricketers Arms Parking
Parking options near Carlton Place:
- On-Street Parking: Pay-and-display street parking available on Upper Banister Street and Bedford Place (free in late evenings).
- Nearby Car Parks: Off-street parking available at Bedford Place Multi-Storey Car Park and Grosvenor Square Car Park, both within a 3-minute walk.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- When is Halloween Weekend at The Cricks taking place?
- The event takes place over two nights: Friday 30th October and Saturday 31st October 2026.
- Where is The Cricketers Arms located?
- The pub is located at Carlton Place, Southampton, Hampshire (SO15 2DX).
- How much is entry to the event?
- Admission is completely free across both nights.
- Who is performing on Friday night?
- Live music on Friday night is provided by Tuto Tribe, starting from 9:00 PM GMT.
- How late is the pub open on Saturday night?
- On Saturday night, the pub is open until 2:00 AM GMT.
- Is there a fancy dress competition?
- Yes, a costume competition runs all weekend long with group and individual prizes up for grabs.
- What prizes can be won in the costume competition?
- There are both group and individual prizes awarded for the best Halloween costumes.
- What is the age limit for the event?
- This is an 18+ event. Valid photo ID is required for entry.
- Where is the nearest train station?
- Southampton Central railway station is approximately a 10–12 minute walk from Carlton Place.
- Is parking available nearby?
- Pay-and-display parking is available on Bedford Place and nearby at Bedford Place Multi-Storey Car Park.