House of Cards | Halloween at Cafe Calton

Cafe Calton is hosting House of Cards, its Halloween party, on Saturday 31 October. It's a one-night-only thing, and the venue is leaning into its darker side for the occasion, with DJs, drinks, canapés and a few surprises on the night. The room sits atop Calton Hill, overlooking Edinburgh, and by day it's a spot for seasonal menus from morning coffee through to sunset. Beyond its daily service, it hosts private events and wedding ceremonies with the city skyline as a backdrop.

There's a dress code this time around: 'High Stakes' in red, black and gold, taking inspiration from a playing card—anything from the Queen of Hearts to the Ace of Spades, or just adding your own Halloween touch. It's a limited-ticket standing event with very restricted capacity and only limited seating, so it'll be a tight room. It's strictly 21+, and you'll need a valid physical ID to get in.

Tickets are £40 per person, with a maximum of five per booking. The night runs from 6pm to 10pm, and last entry is at 7pm, so don't leave it too late to get there. Cafe Calton is at 38a Calton Hill, Edinburgh EH7 5AA.