Violent incidents reported at Halloween event in Gazi, Athens

Serious allegations of physical abuse have emerged following a Halloween-themed event in the Gazi district of Athens, Greece, held in early November 2026. Participants and bystanders reported that actors and organizers, dressed in horror costumes and wielding props, engaged in genuine physical violence against them. Witnesses claimed the event, which utilized escape room concepts, devolved into a scene of panic as performers allegedly used chains, whips, bats, and chainsaws to strike people.

Testimonies presented on the Mega television program 'Live News' describe victims suffering from bite marks, scratches, and beatings with chains. Affected individuals stated that the physical aggression persisted even after they requested for the activities to stop. Videos surfacing on social media and news outlets depict bystanders and children fleeing the area in terror. Some participants reported that the violence occurred beyond the established boundaries of the game, impacting unsuspecting passersby who were not part of the organized activity.

While the event was marketed as an immersive horror experience, the reported incidents are being investigated as unauthorized physical assaults. Authorities are now reviewing the provided video evidence and witness accounts to determine the full extent of the injuries sustained and to identify the individuals responsible for the attacks.