Birmingham is the place to be this Halloween, with a wide range of events catering to families, thrill-seekers, and party-goers alike. Today, I'm here visiting one of the city's newest and scariest attractions for the spooky season - a virtual reality experience like no other.
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00:00Here at Sandbox VR, located in the ball ring, a brand new psychological horror experience,
00:07Deadwood Phobia, is launching just in time for Halloween. In this terrifying virtual
00:12reality adventure, players find themselves trapped in a derelict medical facility where
00:18not everything can be trusted, and mind-bending horrors lurk around every corner.
00:37The tension is immediate as the eerie environment pulls you in, and you're tasked with battling
00:42through hordes of zombies while trying to rescue survivors. The immersive 360-degree
00:47experience and realistic sound design make this one of the scariest virtual reality games
00:53on offer. Whether you're with friends or family, it's an adrenaline-pumping experience that
00:58will stay with you long after you've left.
01:03For more family-friendly fun, Think Tank is hosting its annual Spooky Science Family Night
01:08on Friday the 1st of November. This year's event includes a trick-or-treat adventure
01:13throughout the museum, a fancy dress parade and spooky science demonstrations, all in
01:18a fun and safe environment. It's a great option for parents with children, with lots of hands-on
01:23activities and treats available throughout the night.
01:27For those seeking a bit of theatrical fun, this Halloween, Cadbury World will be hosting
01:32Freddo's Spooktacular Stage Show, running from the 19th of October to the 3rd of November.
01:38This exciting and interactive performance promises an array of tricks, treats and spooky
01:43surprises, making it an ideal outing for young families looking to get into the Halloween
01:48spirit. The 15-minute show, featuring the beloved Freddo character, will keep children
01:54entertained with its playful scares, fun games and light-hearted humour, ensuring an enjoyable
01:59experience for all. With Freddo's Spooktacular Stage Show included in the standard entry
02:05ticket, it's a fantastic opportunity to enjoy a day of chocolatey fun with a spooky seasonal
02:11twist.
02:15If you're looking for something a bit more lively, Broad Street's Nightlife will be hosting
02:19a series of Halloween-themed events. Pop World is throwing its House of Drac on Thursday
02:25the 31st of October, promising eerie confetti drops and themed props. Meanwhile, Roses is
02:31hosting a Nightmare on Broad Street on Saturday the 26th of October, transforming the venue
02:37into a haunted house with immersive attractions and chilling decor. And for those who enjoy
02:43a good drink and dance, Hoiders Beer Bar on Friday the 25th of October is hosting its
02:48House of Horrors with discounted drinks, haunting beats from DJ Luke Roscoe and themed costumes
02:54encouraged, it's sure to be a thrilling night.