halloween in orlando

The scary weather is over and now it's time to resume spooky season! Do date night at one of these fantastic Halloween events in Orlando.

Also, check out these fall date night ideas:

And, here's Where to Sip Spooky Halloween Cocktails at Bars in Orlando

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ORLANDO HAUNTED HOUSES AND EXPERIENCES 2024

A Petrified Forest

October 4-5, 12-13, 16-19, 23-26, & 30-31, November 1-2
1360 E. Altamonte Dr., Altamonte Springs
$34.98 for all three trails,  $49.98 for VIP including three trails and a backstage tour

What separates this haunted house from its counterparts? For starters, this haunted house features outdoor trails in the woods where you never know what will be lurking around the next corner. This year’s theme is Nature's Fury, with each trail incorporating the theme in various disturbing ways.

A Petrified Forest offers backstage tours every night they’re open (the only Central Florida haunted attraction to do so) so you can see what it takes to be part of the attraction.

In addition, they offer special days for various guests. Kids Day (October 12), filled with trick-or-treating, a costume contest, and other fun games. There is also a private event (October 16) welcoming everyone with special needs to attend and experience the trails. Patrons are allowed to go at their own pace with help from staff.

Finally, if you’re into absolute terror, towards the end of October there are Total Eclipse Nights, nights where you’re only given one glow stick as you journey through the trails with no other source of light. Eek!

TIP: Since this attraction is outdoors, be sure to wear clothing and shoes that aren’t expensive and can get dirty. And make sure to park down the road at Adjectives so you get to ride the Terror Trolley for the full experience.

Image credit: A Petrified Forest

UNIVERSAL ORLANDO'S HALLOWEEN HORROR NIGHTS

Select nights August 30 – November 3, 2024

2024 HALLOWEEN HORROR NIGHTS HOUSES

  • A Quiet Place
  • Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire
  • Insidious: The Further
  • Slaughter Sinema 2
  • Goblin's Feast
  • Major Sweets Candy Factory
  • The Museum: Deadly Exhibit
  • Monstruos: The Monsters of Latin America
  • Triplets of Terror
  • Universal Monsters: Eternal Bloodlines

Admission to Halloween Horror Nights is NOT included in theme park admission and must be purchased separately.

Related: For the full lineup and time-saving info, check out our tips for a Halloween Horror Nights Date Night!

Image credit: @thefloridalocal

Haunting of River Ranch

Oct 4th – Nov 2nd, every Friday & Saturday
The Curse of Kicco the Clown continues with a new twist this year, adding even more fright to the festivities. Brave the Haunted Stables before your ride begins and experience a haunted hayride that uncovers a bone-chilling tale never-before-heard at the ranch. Plus, explore scare zones, indulge in festive food and beverages, and strike a pose at spooky photo ops.

haunting river ranch

Haunting Nights

Postponed until Friday October 18 through Halloween October 31, 2024
Harry P. Leu Gardens, 1920 N. Forest Avenue, Orlando, FL 32803
Creative City Project brings to life an artful, exciting Halloween experience in the forests of Leu Gardens featuring immersive worlds, fun fall-inspired encounters and a few jump scares, plus fantastic seasonal food and drinks.

There are all new zones this year including creepy clowns in the “Crazy Carnival” plus “The Crypt” and “Bayou of Beasts” – and that's just the beginning! Tickets $29

Jack O Lantern Walkway at Happy Frights Leu Gardens - image by Dani Meyering
Jack O Lantern Walkway at Happy Frights Leu Gardens – image by Dani Meyering

Fun Things to Do for Halloween Time

Annual ALOWEEN Slashback to the 80's, 90's & Beyond
Starts Friday, August 30, 2024
Colorado Fondue Company – Casselberry
Head to Casselberry for a Halloween dining experience you won't find anywhere else in the Orlando area. Colorado Fondue Company has been in business for 30 years. Each year the whole place becomes a totally decked-out Halloween-themed dining experience.

Reservations are booking fast so plan ahead and book as soon as possible, 407-767-8232

3rd annual Drunkin Pumpkin
Friday, October 11, 6pm
Gnarly Barley
What is better than an Orlando Parking Lot Party? One with a pumpkin patch! Enjoy food trucks, Halloween vendors, an outdoor bar, and a visit from the Sanderson sisters!
FREE

Oviedo Mall's Night Market: Pumpkin Fest
Friday, October 11, 6-10pm
Oviedo Brewing Company – Oviedo Mall
Fall is in the air, and it's time to celebrate with an enchanting evening at Oviedo Mall's Night Market: Pumpkin Fest! Discover a delightful array of local artisans and crafters showcasing unique goods, from seasonal decor and handmade crafts to delicious treats. Savor the flavors of fall with mouthwatering food from diverse food trucks and local eateries. Don’t forget to stop by Oviedo Brewing Company to sample their craft beers and special seasonal brews.
FREE

Vampirates: The Haunting Search for Neptune’s Treasure
Select nights September 1 – October 31, 2024
Pirates Dinner Adventure
6400 Carrier Dr, Orlando, FL 32819
As the moon rises and casts an eerie glow over the high seas, the notorious Captain Sebastian the Black and his pirate crew of vampires are in search of of Neptune’s Treasure and the elusive Sulzana’s Eye, a cursed necklace that will allow them to live in the daylight. And only you can stop them before the necklace falls into the wrong hands! Embark on a spooktacular journey filled with aerial artistry, swordplay, death-defying stunts and dynamic duels in this Broadway style 90 minute adventure.
Ticket prices vary

Halloween Havoc 2024
September 9 – October 31, 2024
Underground Game Show
5400 International Dr Suite B, Orlando, FL 32819
Underground Game Show: Halloween Havoc is a live experience where you and your friends become the stars of a TV-style game show. Assemble your team and prepare to tackle this spooky fun medley of challenges – lightning trivia, hilarious physical antics, and mind-bending puzzles with a Halloween twist. A captivating host guides you through each round, complete with dazzling lights, electrifying sound effects, and an epic spirited finale you won't want to miss. Laughter, friendly trash talk, and the thrill of competition await!

The Haunted Pirate Ship
September 27 – October 31, 2024
Propagate Social House
40 E. 5th St., Apopka, FL
Get ready for a spine-chilling adventure all month long at Propagate Social House! Enjoy as The Shade House Deck transforms into a haunted pirate ship, complete with an unforgettable tale of high-seas horror. Their *Spooktacular* calendar is packed with thrilling events, perfect for pirates of all ages! Snap a photo at creatively themed setups, visit the weekly Friday Night Famers Market featuring a hunt for buried treasure, enjoy an epic screening of Pirates of the Caribbean complete with themed photo ops for the night, and get your hands dirty with Pumpkin Succulent Arrangement Parties.

Teatro Martini’s “Halloween” Vaudeville Variety Revue
Select nights October 3 – November 2, 2024
Teatro Martini
6400 Carrier Dr, Orlando, FL 32819
Teatro Martini’s Vaudeville Variety Revue showcases some of the world’s top performers in an exciting and interactive dinner show – featuring lyrical pole dancers, comedians, magicians, jugglers and singers. Throughout the season, guests can also try a limited-edition, themed cocktails. Guests at Teatro Martini’s Vaudeville Variety Revue can sip on a spooky, Ghost-tini. Teatro Martini’s general admission includes a three-course dinner with unlimited soft drinks.
$73.95

Nosferatu – Orlando’s Own Adult Vampire Experience
Select dates October 3 – November 10, 2024
Renaissance Theatre Company – 415 E. Princeton Street, Orlando
The audience moves from room to room, not unlike moving through a haunted house, but this is much more than a haunted house. Every patron has a unique experience; the cast of 22 vampires leads the audience into hidden corners of the building, where they play out engaging (and scary, and sexy) scenarios.
Nosferatu is truly for adults 18+ as the show contains nudity, adult scenarios
$35+ General Admission
$10 VBar Cover Charge

Tales of Terror & Nightmares Haunted Attraction
Select nights, October 18-27, 2024
Central Florida Fairgrounds
Looking for an elevated scare? Come enjoy TWO TERRIFYING trails, with an optional higher intensity “personalized” experience. No congo lines here, come through and never experience the haunt the exact way twice.
Too scared to go through? Come enjoy food trucks, bar, live entertainment, local artists & more. Gates open at 7:00pm, Haunt opens at 8:00pm.
Tickets start at $9

Basic Witch Mixology at JoJo's Pumpkin Patch
Monday, October 7 & 21, 6-8pm
JoJo's Shake Bar
9101 International Drive #1208, Orlando, FL 32819
Head to JoJo's Pumpkin Patch for Basic Witch Mixology, an enchanting cocktail class that will take your fall celebrations to the next level! Discover your inner mixologist as you learn to craft two seasonal favorites: the BOO-Cardi Rum Punch & the Caramel Apple Mule. Your ticket includes: Guided instruction from expert bartenders, two specialty cocktails, & 20% off diner classics!
$35

Milkshake Masterclass at JoJo's Pumpkin Patch
Sunday, October 13, 11am-12:30pm
JoJo's Shake Bar
9101 International Drive #1208, Orlando, FL 32819
Learn how to craft JoJo's iconic Pumpkin Pie Shake, all while enjoying a delicious entree in the cozy, festive ambiance of JoJo's Pumpkin Patch. Your ticket includes: guided instruction, the creation of your very own Pumpkin Pie Shake, and your choice of entree!
$40

Hazbin Hotel Halloween Burlesque
Sunday, October 13, 8-11pm
The Woodshed Orlando
6431 Milner Boulevard, Orlando, FL 32809
Get ready for a thrilling evening filled with tantalizing performances, dazzling costumes, and a dash of Halloween magic. Let their talented performers transport you to a world where the supernatural meets the sensual. Don't miss out on this one-of-a-kind event that promises to be a wickedly good time!
$30

Halloween Movie Marathon
Friday, October 18, 2024
Silver Moon Drive-In Theatre
4100 New Tampa Hwy, Lakeland, FL 33815
$35 per car

Winnie's Rock Cauldron Cabaret (18+)
October 17–19, 2024, 8 pm & 3 pm
Alexis & Jim Pugh Theater, Dr. Phillips Center
Your favorite soul-sucking sirens of Salem; Winifred, Sarah and Mary Sanderson, return in a brand-new theatrical rock concert! An evening filled with music and parodies covering many decades and genres. Now in its seventh season, Winnie’s Rock Cauldron Cabaret will cast a spell sure to have you singing, laughing and dancing ‘til you die!
Tickets from $25.00

15th Annual Dia de los Muertos & Monster Party
Thursday, October 17, 6 – 11pm
CityArts, Downtown Orlando
This unique art exhibition at CityArts will be paired with an outdoor experience on opening night that will feature food, drinks, entertainment and spooky art vendors.
Tickets are $5/person for the event, and $50 for the outdoor dining experience.

Halloween at the Celeste Hotel
Friday, October 18, 6:30-9:30pm
4105 North Alafaya Trail Orlando, FL 32826
Celebrate Halloween in style at the Celeste Hotel's exclusive Jazz Event, Halloween at the Celeste! Enjoy a sparkling evening filled with live jazz music featuring Renderglow at their scenic Endeavour Lawn amphitheater. Thrill your taste buds with culinary delights from local restaurants, featuring specialties from Aurora, their esteemed hotel restaurant. Sip on spooky-themed specialty cocktails crafted just for this occasion.
Tickets from $59

Halloween at BOO SPRING
Saturday, October 19, 7-10:30pm
Blue Spring State Park
2100 W French Ave, Orange City, FL
This event will include a Haunted Trail, Guided Moonlight Hikes, and a Haunted River Cruise hosted by Blue Spring Adventures. Halloween at BOO SPRING is a spooky after-hours event that will include loud noises, strobe lights, jump scares, and possible suggestive themes. Parental discretion is advised.
$10 entrance, $10 extra for boat tour

Pumpkins for O'possums Charity Pumpkin Patch
October 19 – 20, 2024
Prometheus Esoterica
3744 Howell Branch Rd, Winter Park, FL 32792
This annual charity pumpkin patch benefitting Back to Nature Wildlife refuge is back! 100% of your pumpkin purchase goes directly to helping native wildlife! Pumpkins are available while supplies last and are restocked fully on Sunday.

Burton in Wonderland
Friday, October 25, 7pm
HighT
23 W Church St, Orlando, FL 32801
Welcome to the wonderful wonderland of Burton! Come dressed as your favorite Burton character or Burton inspired wonderland look! Evening of Live entertainment, Specialty Themed cocktails, and Tasty Tapas available for purchase.
$16.10

Haunted Castle Halloween Party
Friday, October 25, 7pm-2am
The Castle Irish Pub
2625 Edgewater Dr, Orlando, FL 32804
The 25th of October brings goblins, ghouls, and lots of booze (Irish whiskey to be exact!). Come spend Samhain (a Gaelic word pronounced “SAH-win”) with them as they turn their cozy pub into something a bit more wicked. There will be live music, specialty spooky cocktails, a costume contest, a haunted entrance, and more!

Hallows Fall Fest
Saturday, October 26, 12-6pm
Krush Brau Park
2198 4 Winds Boulevard, Kissimmee, FL 34746
Get ready to FALL in love with the spookiest season at Krush Brau Park's Hallows-Fall Fest! Here's a sneak peek of what's brewing: Costume Contest, Pumpkin Decorating, Trick-or-Treat Trail, Music from DJ, Beer Garden, and Enjoy their haunted house or try their haunted escape room!

Avalon Park Spooktacular
Saturday, October 26, 5-9pm
Downtown Avalon Park’s Halloween Event will feature trick or treating, performances, bounce houses, and a number of food trucks. Best of all, admission to this Halloween event in Orlando is totally free.

Zombietoberfest
Saturday, October 26, 5-10pm
Audubon Park
3000 Corrine Drive, Orlando, FL, 32803
Visitors will enjoy a night market with the best in local and regional artists, food trucks, multiple craft beer gardens, DJ, costume contests for humans and puppers, storytellers from Phantasmagoria, free outdoor showing of GREMLINS, fine wine, craft cocktails, kids Halloween crafts and games, and more!

Monster Mash Orlando 2024
Saturday, October 26, 6-10pm
Bites & Bubble
Expect gourmet food, open bar, rooftop karaoke, whiskey tastings, tarot readings, and a killer DJ. Costumes encouraged! Proceeds benefit RAPCF to support local businesses and restaurants.
$99 in advance, $125 at the door

CARNEVIL HALLOWEEN
Saturday, October 26, 8pm
Live At The Pointe Orlando
9101 International Dr, Orlando, FL 32819
Step right up, thrill-seekers and mischief-makers, to the Halloween Carnevil—a twisted carnival extravaganza unlike any other! Enter a world where the line between fun and fright blurs, where every corner hides surprises both chilling and exhilarating. Prepare to be mesmerized by spine-tingling performances and eerie spectacles that defy belief. Witness jaw-dropping acts of acrobatics, fire-breathing daredevils, and mysterious illusions that will leave you questioning reality. The air is thick with excitement and anticipation as the night unfolds under the glow of flickering carnival lights.
Tickets start at $20

Boos, Brew, and Booze Halloween party
Saturday, October 26, 10pm-2am
RockPit Brewing
10 W Illiana St, Orlando, FL
Head to RockPit for a spooky night filled with thrills and chills as they transform the brewery into a haunted haven. Dance the night away with beats from DJ Frank, indulge in delicious bites from Schnitzandgiggles food truck, and sip on specially crafted themed cocktails. Don’t forget to wear your best costume and enter the costume contest for a chance to win amazing prizes.
FREE

Días de los Muertos
October 31 – November 2, 2024
KAVAS Tacos + Tequila
Indulge in flavors that pay tribute to our loved ones while enjoying the vibrant atmosphere.

  • Thursday, October 31 – First Annual Halloween Party
  • Friday, November 1 – All-day specials on tacos + tequila
  • Saturday, November 2 – Brunch celebration with mariachi, party llamas, and more!

Stranger Sings! The Parody Musical
October 31–November 3, 2024
Alexis & Jim Pugh Theater, Dr. Phillips Center
A hilarious “upside down” take on the hit Netflix series – in all its campy 1980s glory. Join Mike, Eleven, Lucas, Dustin, and the whole Hawkins gang for a night of adventure, thrills, pubescent angst, heavy synth, poor parenting, convoluted love triangles, cheap effects, dancing monsters, and maybe, just maybe… justice for everyone’s favorite missing ginger, Barb Holland.
Tickets from $45

Halloween High Tea
Thursday, October 31, 1-3pm
Erica's Tea Room
787 W Montrose St, Clermont, FL 34711
Enjoy a frightfully delicious Halloween High Tea at Erika's Tea Room. With 3 courses and 3 teas that are truly spooktacular!
$40

Halloween Bar Crawl
Thursday, October 31, 6pm
Shots
69 E Pine St Orlando, FL 32801
Join over 300+ guests on our annual Halloween bar crawl! Come in costume and roam the streets of Orlando stopping in and out of over 10+ bars and nightclubs with one all-access pass.
Tickets start at $15

Halloween Party at The Basin
Thursday, October 31, 6pm
The Basin
212 W 1ST St, Sanford, FL
Come as you aren't to The Basin's Vintage Circus Halloween party! Enjoy magic, music & mystery with Spooky Shots & Creepy Cocktails, a costume contest, and more.
FREE

Halloween Night On International
Thursday, October 31, 10pm
rum jungle
5533 International Dr, Orlando, 32819
Dive into the supernatural at Halloween Night on I-Drive, an extravaganza where spooktacular thrills await. Held at a mysterious venue, the night promises an eerie fusion of haunting beats, wicked fun, and unforgettable moments. With the entire street pulsating with Halloween vibes, join revelers in the heart of the festivities, adorned in your most creative costumes.
FREE (before 11pm)

Spooky Empire
POSTPONED
Check out Florida's premier horror convention just in time for Halloween in Orlando! This annual convention takes place Orlando Orange County Convention Center and includes vendors, a film and tattoo festival, music, celebrity speakers, and more for lovers of the spooky season. Single day passes are $40 – $60, and weekend passes are $80 (when purchased in advance).

Year-round Halloween haunts…

Prometheus Esoterica
Visit Prometheus Esoterica any time for a super fun and spooky date idea. They have hot coffee and cold specialty non-alcoholic drinks and a few seats where you can sip and take in the spooky views. This shop is so unique and full of interesting, and creepy, treasures.

Open year round, usually closed on Mondays and Tuesdays.

Prometheus Esoterica Coffee Shop and Store
Prometheus Esoterica Coffee Shop and Store – Dani Meyering

Atomic Horror
Step inside a locally owned shop that is packed with horror film merchandise, figures, and spooky gifts. Atomic Horror is a paradise for anyone who loves spooky movies, TV shows, and creepy characters. There are multiple photo opportunities and lots of fun things to see. It's the perfect touch of Halloween anytime of year.

Open year round, usually closed on Mondays and Tuesdays.

inside Atomic Horror Shop Orlando
Atomic Horror Shop Orlando – image by Dani Meyering

Haunted House Escape Room
Head to Escapeology on I-Drive for their Haunted House escape room that is available all year long.

Legend has it that the spirits feed on their victims' souls, harnessing the strength of a mystical talisman believed to bridge the living andlake non the dead. Time becomes your opponent as your energy drains minute by minute. In one hour, the talisman will be corrupted beyond reversal, sentencing you to an eternity of torture! Do you have what it takes to find the talisman and escape the clutches of evil? Or become the next victim in this spine chilling horror story. Time is of the essence!

WHERE TO WATCH HALLOWEEN MOVIES

ENZIAN’S 13 FILMS OF HALLOWEEN

October 1 – October 29, select nights

Catch a classic Halloween movie at Enzian Theater and sip on one of the theater’s themed cocktails of Halloween available throughout the month. Also check out Eden Bar's annual Halloween party, happening Saturday, October 26, 2024.

MUST READ: Where to See Halloween Movies in Orlando this October

Eden Bar Annual Halloween Party
Image credit: Enzian Theater / Eden Bar

MORE HALLOWEEN EVENTS IN ORLANDO

GAYLORD PALMS GOBLINS & GIGGLES WEEKENDS
September 27 – October 26, 2024
This year's Goblins and Giggles Weekends at Gaylord Palms features an escape room, a Monster Mash bash, Jack-o'-Lantern walk and much more.

Couples won't want to miss the Spookeasy bar experience, a haunted hideaway straight out of the prohibition era featuring spine-chilling craft cocktails and a spooky atmosphere. Other themed offerings include a nightly 9pm Halloween light show in the atrium.

A young child poses with 3 characters during Goblins and Giggles Weekends at Gaylord Palms Orlando
Goblins and Giggles Weekends at Gaylord Palms Orlando – Michelle Spitzer

Art-O-Ween – Opening Reception
Saturday, October 5, 7-10pm
The Arena Art Bar
22 South Magnolia Ave, Orlando, FL 32801
Featuring over 25 talented local artists, this free event will showcase a wicked collection of creative artwork that captures the eerie spirit of the season. Come dressed in your best costume (optional but encouraged!) and enjoy a night filled with drink specials, spooky vibes, and a chance to win awesome raffle prizes. Whether you’re a lover of art, Halloween, or both, this event promises a thrilling experience while supporting our vibrant local art community. Enjoy music by their featured DJ, keeping the energy high all night, and special performances that will add to the haunting atmosphere.
FREE

Gatorland’s Gators, Ghosts And Goblins
October 12 – 27, 2024, 10am – 5pm

Inside “Swamp Ghost’s Monster Museum” you'll encounter specters, goblins, and more as you learn about the origins of everyone’s favorite haunted holiday. Explore haunt-zones like “The Creepy Creature Carnival,” where famous monsters moonlight as midway attractions, and the “Frightful Frontier,” an Old West Town populated with cursed cowboys. And don’t miss meeting some Gargantuan Gourds as pumpkin monsters take over the brand-new Godwin’s Gourd farm.

Then hop aboard the Cryptid Express, where you can seek out hidden beasties like the Florida Skunk Ape, Moth Man, Chupacabra, and more. All this, plus interactive characters, animal meet-and-greets, and a Children’s Halloween Costume Parade with treat bags for all kids who participate. There are also fun shows, a variety of specialty vendors games, candy giveaways, and more.

All this at Gatorland, plus multiple themed areas, interactive characters, animal meet-and-greets, and a Children’s Halloween Costume Parade with treat bags for all kids who participate. Guests can wear costumes, just nothing scary or gory. The Halloween activities are included with regular park admission.

Zoo Boo Bash at Central Florida Zoo
October 19-20 and 26-27, 9am-3pm
Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Garden

Zoo Boo Bash is the perfect way for children and families to safely show off those Halloween costumes and trick-or-treat while enjoying the fun of the Zoo. The Zoo will have plenty of not-so-scary decorations and activities, including trick-or-treat stations.
Zoo Boo Bash is included with regular zoo admission. For the Zoo’s Annual Pass Holders, admission is $5 per person named on the card.

4 adults in disney costumes at Halloween in Orlando Boo Bash Image by Central Florida Zoo
Halloween in Orlando Boo Bash Image by Central Florida Zoo

R Haunted Scarecrow's Trail and Market
October 13 – November 8, 2024
Renaissance Orlando At SeaWorld
6677 Sea Harbor Drive, Orlando, FL 32821
Explore the eerie Scarecrow's Abandoned Farm Trail experience, where ghostly vines and rustling corn set a chilling scene. Then, cap off your adventure at the Farmers Market with frightfully delicious sweets and treats like caramel apples, ghoulish cupcakes, spooky craft cocktails that will enchant your taste buds. 
FREE

Candlelight: A Haunted Evening of Halloween Classics
October 16 & 30, 6:30 & 8:45pm
The Abbey
Live, multi-sensory experience tentatively includes Thriller – Michael Jackson, Stranger Things (Theme) – S U R V I V E, Beetlejuice (Theme) – Danny Elfman, The Addams Family (Theme) – Vic Mizzy, Medley from The Nightmare Before Christmas – Danny Elfman, and much more
Seating is assigned on a first come first served basis in each zone
Tickets start at $37

Winter Garden Halloween Experience
October 18 – 31, 2024
Downtown Winter Garden
Why celebrate Halloween on one day when the fun can last over 14 days! Activities include outdoor animated Halloween Light Shows on City Hall as well as live music, shows, and pop-up street performers on Friday/Saturday/Sunday evenings; a hay maze; holiday-themed photo locations; decorations and light displays; merchant themed decorations and food items; fall themed Farmers Market, and more!
All events are FREE admission.

Halloween Silent Disco
Friday, October 25, 8:30pm
New York Beer Project
9230 Miley Dr, Winter Garden, FL 34787
Get ready to party like never before, ghoulish mortals! This night-long dance party, complete with your own switchable headset, features WNY's greatest DJ and MC, our NYBP Halloween Costume Contest with prizes, and of course, their epic Halloween beer lineup featuring faves like Drunkin' Punkin', Milky Way Stout and more.
$15

Trick or Read
Saturday, October 26, 11am – Midnight
Gods and Monsters Comic Store
5421 International Dr, Orlando, FL
Come in costume for treats and receive a raffle ticket for a chance to win special prizes. Halloween Sale of 10% OFF storewide and your choice of 2 FREE TRICK-OR-READ COMICS per person all day, when you mention the sale.  Vault5421, 8pm Halloween party, 21+, Themed drink specials, cosplay bartenders, spooky tunes & videos, cosplay cage-dancing & door prizes for everyone in costume. Come early and pregame during their Happy Hours, featuring 20% OFF ALL DRINKS at the bar, 3pm until Halloween party begins

SquadGhouls Costume Contest
Saturday, October 26, 6-9pm
The Great Southern Box Co. Food Hall & Bar
2105 N Orange Blossom Trl, Orlando, FL 32804
Adults 21 years of age and older can pull out their Halloween finery and dress to impress in spooktacular costumes for a chance to win a $100 gift card in the #SquadGhouls Costume Contest. Live music and Halloween Happy Hour specials add to the festive fun!
FREE

Halloween Costume Contest at Wekiva Island
Saturday, October 26, 7-11pm
Wekiva Island
Grab your crew and your best costumes for your chance to win big this spooky season at Wekiva Island! In addition to the chance to win, guests can enjoy plenty of spooky riverside vibes, drink specials and live music from Jeff Howell. Attendees will have the chance to win more than $2,500 in cash and prizes. The contest is for those 21+. 
FREE

OSC After Dark
Saturday, October 26, 8-11pm
Orlando Science Center
This adults-only extravaganza is your chance to see the Science Center transformed for Halloween, all while enjoying a night of thrilling activities and grown-up fun. This all-inclusive event will have boo-zy beverages at their open bar, mouth-watering bites from local vendors, Karaoke, costume contests, crafting, live music, and so much more!
Tickets start at $35

11th Annual Thornton Park District Halloween Block Party
Saturday, October 26, 8pm – 2am
$10 – $20
Head to the Thornton Park District aka “Downtown for Grown-Ups” for this festive annual street party celebrating Halloween. Festivities include a costume contest with cash prizes ($500 – $1,000).
Pre-Sale tickets only $10, $20 the day of the event.

The Nightmare Before Curemas
Thursday, October 31, 7-11:30pm
The Abbey
100 South Eola Drive #UNIT 100, Orlando, FL 32801
Step into a fantastical world of immersive visuals, gothic aesthetics, and high-energy performances as Nightmare Before Curemas reimagines your favorite holiday classics with a dark, alternative twist. Featuring iconic tracks from The Cure, Depeche Mode, Echo & The Bunnymen, and more, this two-act show will take you on a captivating journey through the contrasting realms of Halloween Town and Christmas Town, each brought to life with stunning video elements, elaborate costumes, and themed makeup.
$19.79

Halloween With Comedy Dark
Thursday, October 31, 8-9:30pm
Grape and the Grain Wine Bar
1110 Virginia Drive, Orlando, FL 32803
Join the fun at the one and only Grape and the Grain Wine Bar off of Mills 50, this intimate outdoor show promises to be a night to remember. Put on your CRAZIEST costume and come watch professional comedians do their SCARIEST material. The craziest audience costume voted by the comedians gets a CASH prize of $100.
$15

Nightmare on 1st Street
Thursday, October 31, 8pm
The Imperial at Washburn Imports – Sanford
116 East 1st Street, Sanford, FL 32771
Get ready for a spooktacular evening filled with creepy cocktails, haunted beats, and chilling vibes. FRANKMATIK will be providing the vibes for the evening, to an eclectic groove of Oldschool, House music, 80s Freestyle, Nu Disco, and Global beats. Dress to impress in your most terrifying costume and prepare for a night of thrills and chills.
FREE

Halloween Party starring Dj Adoni
Thursday, October 31, 9-11:30pm
Mango's Orlando
8126 International Drive, Orlando, FL 32819
Get ready to dance the night away with DJ Adoni spinning the hottest tracks all night long. Come dressed in your best costume and get ready to party on this special night. Don’t miss out on the most epic Halloween celebration in town!
$30

Haunting on Emerald Cut
October 31 – November 2, 5:30pm – 8pm
King's Landing
You will launch from King's Landing and paddle upstream for just under a mile. Once the entire group has reached the top, you will float through the haunted Emerald Cut! Bring your own vessel or rent a kayak for a fun spooky time on the water. Encouraging all paddlers to come dressed in your bone chilling or fun paddle attire costumes. The best dressed will receive a free 4 hour kayak rental for two! Once the float is finished, you can stick around for the floating bonfire!
Kayaking experience recommended, and you will get scared.
Rental – $69 per person

an orange kayay on the Guided Tour Emerald Cut Kayaking Kings Landing
Guided Tour Emerald Cut Kayaking Kings Landing – image by Dani Meyering

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Put on the calendar for next year…

Gala of Ghouls: COVEN
Saturday, September 28, 7pm
The Veranda at Thornton Park
707 E. Washington St., Orlando, FL 32801
This LGBTQ+ party includes drag, burlesque, costume contest, food & drinks, vendors, and more!
Tickets start at $15

Halloween Trivia
Tuesday, October 1, 7:30pm
Crooked Can Brewing
426 W Plant St, Winter Garden, FL 34787
At Crooked Can, their monthly themed night takes place on the first Tuesday of each month. This month's theme is Halloween Trivia! The event will feature four rounds of 5 questions each, a halftime question, and a Jeopardy-style final question.
FREE

Milk Mart Spooky Soirée
Sunday, October 6, 12 – 6pm
The Nook on Robinson
Come out and shop for new Halloween decor, costume pieces, and all kinds of unique local goodies from over 125 vendors, artists, and small businesses!
Costumes are welcome and encouraged.

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