# Event Details - **Event Name**: The Bats' Ball 2026 - **Event Start and End Date**: Fri, 23 Oct, 2026 at 07:00 pm – Fri, 23 Oct, 2026 at 11:30 pm (+01:00) - **Event Description**: Welcome to the 9th annual Bats' Ball - A Night of Gothic SplendourAbout this EventThe Bats' Ball 2026Come join us for a spooktacular night at Arnos Vale Cemetery for The Bats' Ball 2026!Welcome to the beautiful surroundings of Arnos Vale Cemetery, Bristol's finest Victorian cemetery, rich with history and wildlife. We've been fortunate enough to call Arnos our home for the last 9 years and we invite you to join us once more for a night of gothic opulence.This year, we have new decor, but the same great Bats' Ball.Aided by Bristol's finest gothic DJs, Missy Malice and Ant, you can dance the night away in Arnos' Grade II listed Anglian Chapel. Meanwhile, the Spielman Centre will be open as a chillout zone with photo opportunities, lots of seating and our trademark darkwave soundtrack playing throughout. The cafe bar is open all night, ready to serve you with the finest drinks - even a Bats' Ball themed cocktail!Our beloved stalwart tour guides Janine and Charlotte are returning once more to offer wanders across the cemetery, delivering tales of Arnos Vale's most famous inhabitants and curious nuggets of the cemetery's history.Our popular 'deathly discussion' lecturer this year is the amazing Cat Irving! Conservator of human remains at Surgeon's Hall in Edinburgh, Cat is a renowned expert in her field and a very popular speaker. We're thrilled to welcome her down to Bristol!Beneath the Spielman Centre is the ever-popular Bottlejack and Hastner; the finest Victorian photographer!Tarot readings are also available at an additional fee, and similarly a food van will be on site all night!With lots of little surprises on the night, we'd love for you to join us once more.For up-to-date news, follow our facebook page here - https://www.facebook.com/thebatsballfor FAQs and accessability notes, see our website here - https://thebatsball.wordpress.com/A full schedule will be announced closer to the time. https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/1f102420-9ea5-11f1-86dd-a9509dccaf4b-rimg-w1200-h675-dc080808-gmir.jpg - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/bristol/the-bats-ball-2026/100001995908731745 - **Event Categories**: fitness - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Age Limit: 18+ - Duration: 4 hours 30 minutes - Location: Arnos Vale Cemetery - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 40.79, max: 40.79, currency: GBP ## Event venue details - **city**: Bristol - **state**: EN - **country**: United Kingdom - **location**: Arnos Vale Cemetery - **lat**: 51.44209600000001 - **long**: -2.5649788000000626 - **full address**: Arnos Vale Cemetery, Bath Road, Bristol, United Kingdom ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: The Bats' Ball 2026 - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events3/banners/281d9d566a05598175bd16b88cc0e2e053df945ff105ba3bd22fea8e6b24c5cf-rimg-w1200-h774-dcd8d8d8-gmir.jpg?v=1785747634 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is The Bats' Ball 2026 being held? - **A:** The Bats' Ball 2026 takes place on Fri, 23 Oct, 2026 at 07:00 pm to Fri, 23 Oct, 2026 at 11:30 pm at Arnos Vale Cemetery, Bath Road, Bristol, United Kingdom. - **Q**: Is there an age restriction for The Bats' Ball 2026? - **A:** The Bats' Ball 2026 is strictly for guests aged 18 and above. Valid government-issued photo ID is required for entry. Guests under 18 will not be admitted. The event will be presented in English. - **Q**: Who is organizing The Bats' Ball 2026? - **A:** The Bats' Ball 2026 is organized by The Bats' Ball. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** The Bats' Ball 2026 is ideal for party-goers, social butterflies, and anyone looking for a great night out with music, drinks, and good vibes. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Bristol, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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