IT'S time to grab your black pointed hat and white sheets because it's Halloween on Sunday.

And if you're thinking you're too old for trick or treating, don't worry . . . 2am knows what to do on October 31.

The spooks are due to come out in style at The Nelson, Grove Road, New Brighton, and 2am says if you can't beat them join them! Dress up in your scariest costume and receive a free drink. Plus, if you've put some effort in, the scariest guest will win a DVD player and a horror movie.

Down the road at Playa$ Lounge, our favourite club night is back. Garlands, Society and Ibiza's best DJs will be playing funky disco and house, while Jealous has always been an extravagant affair with outrageous costumes and outrageous behaviour.

But make it an extra special night if you don't usually don the glad rags - and dig out that outfit you know will knock them dead!

Next door at RJ's, Lee Butler, Steve Cocky and Keith Stevens clamour to the decks in Battle of the DJs in a competitive yet entertaining fashion.

Not too far away at The Albion, Albion Street, New Brighton, Left for China will be taking to the stage for a live set.

If you're heading to Birkenhead this Sunday, don't miss out on 'Halloween Karaoke' at Fever. The only things you can expect on the night are great drinks offers and a crazy time - the rest is left for fate to decide.

Round the corner at The Iron Door Club, it's Punk Night with The Briefs, Instant Agony and The Down and Out wowing the crowds.

Breaking from tradition, The Swinging Arm is having a Halloween fancy dress party on Saturday for all those who know a Sunday night party does not make for a nice day in work on Monday.

Drinking is the order of the day at The Latin Quarter with special drinks promotions on Vodbul and spirits. And don't forget, every Wednesday-Sunday cocktails are 2 4 1 right up until the clock strikes 9.

If you can't wait until Sunday, start your party tonight (Wednesday) at The Beach, where Beach Idol is attracting only the best voices from across Wirral.

And, finally, spirits will be flowing at West Kirby's Koi as Arthur Sheldon Jones and His Monkey plays a one-off gig as part of his whistle stop tour of Merseyside. The Swedish maestro haunts the bar from 7.30pm.