2026 guide · Checked October 22
Halloween in Orlando, your way
A little spooky, a lot of choice. Plan a family afternoon, a free evening out or a Halloween party with friends across Greater Orlando.
Start with your group, your budget and the kind of spooky you actually enjoy. Use the sections below to compare plans, then check the organizer before booking. The event links take you to the full listing; dates, times and the main details are right here.
With little pumpkins
Start with the time of day and your children’s comfort with spooky activities. Eolaween at Lake Eola pairs crafts and trick-or-treating with an evening movie and a sensory-friendly Quiet Zone. Maitland Falloween adds carnival games and a children’s corn maze. Zoo Boo Bash is a daytime choice on October 24, 25 and 31; it requires a special-event ticket, with last admission at 4 p.m.
Zoo Boo Bash
Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens
Combine a zoo visit with a daytime Halloween celebration featuring trick-or-treat stations, fall games, a DJ dance party and animal enrichment. The remaining Zoo Boo Bash dates are October 24, 25 and 31, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.; the last admission is at 4 p.m. Costumes are encouraged for children and adults. Special-event admission is required, including a surcharge for annual passholders.
Special-event ticket required; see organizer for current prices. Annual passholders pay $5 per named passholder.
Dog Day & Howl-O-Ween Costume Contests
Harry P. Leu Gardens
Bring a leashed dog for a garden day with a Halloween twist. Canine costume contests begin at 10, 10:30 and 11 a.m.; register at the gardens before the chosen contest. A dog boutique runs until 1 p.m., and pup goody bags are available while supplies last. Owners must clean up after their pets.
$15 adult, $10 child, $5 dog; eligible free entry applies
Conservation Corner: Mysterious Monsters
Bill Frederick Park at Turkey Lake
Meet the less familiar side of park wildlife with a naturalist-led program about elusive creatures. Learn why animals such as bats and hidden critters can seem frightening, and discover their stories in the local ecosystem. This is a nature-learning Halloween alternative rather than a haunted attraction. The program is listed as free; check park entry charges separately.
Activity free; check park admission separately
Halloween at the Winter Garden Farmers Market
Downtown Pavilion
Add a seasonal stop to your Saturday. Winter Garden’s official market calendar lists a free Halloween Celebration on October 31 from 9 a.m. to noon. The regular farmers market runs from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., so the special programming has a shorter window. Check the city’s page for the latest activity details. Market purchases cost extra.
Free activities; purchases extra
Trunk-or-treats around Orlando
A decorated-car candy stop can be an easy way to plan Halloween with younger children. Compare the actual candy hours, not just the start of a larger festival: some car shows and community parties begin before treats are handed out. Bring a bag and check whether registration is required. Ask the organizer about non-food treats, accessibility and weather plans before choosing your stop.
Kissimmee Trunk or Treat
Chambers Park Community Center
Bring a costume and a candy bag to Chambers Park Community Center for Kissimmee's free Trunk or Treat. Decorated vehicle trunks become candy stops, with music and Halloween activities rounding out the evening. The celebration welcomes all ages and does not require registration. It runs from 7 to 9 p.m. on Halloween, giving families a community gathering place for their Saturday-night trick-or-treat plans.
Free; no registration required
Sneakerween: Trunk-or-Treat Edition
Dr. James R. Smith Neighborhood Center
Sneaker culture meets Halloween at this neighborhood celebration, with a sneaker showcase alongside decorated trunks and candy stops. The city lists a costume contest, DJ, games, prizes, giveaways and photo spots. Come in your costume and favorite sneakers for an outing that gives older children and sneaker fans something extra to enjoy. Contact the center for current admission details or to ask about registering a trunk.
Check organizer for admission details
St. Cloud Trunk or Treat
Centennial Park
Celebrate Halloween itself with a free early-evening trunk-or-treat in downtown St. Cloud. The city lists costumes, music, candy and prizes for the whole family, with Orlando Health and Hopkins Heroes sponsoring the gathering. Costumes are encouraged and children should bring a candy bucket. This is a compact two-hour option for families wanting an organized stop before deciding how to spend the rest of Halloween night.
Free admission; purchases extra
Town of Oakland Trunk or Treat
Town of Oakland
Decorated vehicles and golf carts create a Halloween candy route in Oakland, with DJ music and food trucks adding to the community evening. The town welcomes all ages and pets, and encourages costumes. Families can attend to collect treats, while residents interested in decorating a vehicle should read the organizer’s setup instructions. The town’s current announcement lists 230 North Tubb Street as the location.
Check organizer for admission details
A free night out
Winter Garden’s Halloween projections loop from 7 to 9 p.m. on October 23, 24, 30 and 31, so you do not have to catch a single performance. Boo! on Broadway brings a Friday celebration to Kissimmee on October 30. On Halloween itself, Kissimmee’s Trunk or Treat offers a family option, while Sanford Avenue’s all-ages block party welcomes dogs too. Its haunted house may not suit every child. Free admission does not mean free food, shopping or every activity.
Halloween Light Shows on City Hall
Winter Garden City Hall
Winter Garden City Hall becomes the backdrop for Halloween projections synchronized with spooky music. The family-friendly outdoor show runs on a continuous loop, so there is no single performance time to catch. Remaining dates are October 23, 24, 30 and 31, from 7 to 9 p.m. each evening. Admission is free. This is an evening light show, separate from the city's daytime Halloween activities.
Free
Boo! on Broadway
Downtown Kissimmee
Boo! on Broadway brings a free Halloween celebration to downtown Kissimmee on the evening before Halloween. Explore Broadway and nearby side streets for candy, costumes, music and art, with local businesses and performers joining the festivities. The event runs from 5:30 to 9:30 p.m. and welcomes all ages. It is a family-friendly option for celebrating on Friday rather than waiting until Saturday night.
Free admission
Sanford Avenue Block Party — Halloween Edition
Sanford Avenue
Head to Sanford Avenue for a Halloween block party with trick-or-treating, local vendors, food and entertainment. The street celebration includes a haunted house plus separate adult and dog costume contests, making it an option for groups with different Halloween interests. Admission is free and the event welcomes all ages and dogs. Activities run from 5 to 9 p.m. between Fourth and Fifth Streets.
Free admission; purchases extra
Halloween beyond the parties
You can enjoy Halloween without taking children trick-or-treating or spending the night at a bar. Try a seated film or theater performance, a candlelit concert, a creative workshop or an outdoor outing. Pick the mood first: a horror film can be intense even in a quiet theater. Check age limits, accessibility and the exact start time before booking; some of these experiences welcome families too.
REDRUM: The Unauthorized Musical Parody of The Shining
Alexis & Jim Pugh Theater at Dr. Phillips Center
The Overlook Hotel becomes the setting for musical comedy in this unauthorized stage parody of The Shining. Jack Torrance’s winter caretaking assignment unravels into haunted hallways, psychic visions and songs that turn familiar horror into satire. The theater recommends this adult-content production for ages sixteen and older. The published running time is one hour fifty-five minutes plus a fifteen-minute intermission.
Tickets required; see organizer for current prices
Halloween II — Halloween-Night Midnight Movie
Enzian Theater
Finish Halloween with a seated screening of Halloween II, starting one minute before midnight at Enzian. The 1981 sequel continues Michael Myers’ pursuit of Laurie Strode and marks its 45th anniversary this year. It is a 92-minute, R-rated slasher, so expect violence rather than a lighthearted spooky outing. Film tickets are separate from Eden Bar’s Halloween party; attending the movie does not require joining that celebration.
Ticket required; check current availability
Halloween Costume Parade Paddle
Wekiva Island
Put your costume on the water for a Halloween-morning paddle with Wekiva Island and Paddleboard Orlando. Launching starts at 10:30 a.m., with costume judging along the river until 11:15 a.m. The group paddles toward Wekiwa Springs State Park before returning at its own pace. Participation is free with your own board; hard-board rentals require advance RSVP and payment. Regular on-site rental options also remain available.
Free with your own board; hard-board rentals $25 with RSVP
Dracula: A Comedy of Terrors — Playwright Talkback
Orlando Shakes — Goldman Theater
Choose a theatrical Halloween evening with a comic reworking of Dracula, followed by an October 29 conversation with playwright Gordon Greenberg. Five actors take on a crowd of characters in a two-hour production including intermission. The show contains mature humor, comic sex and violence, strobe lighting, fog and haze. Orlando Shakes rates it PG-13 and does not admit children under ten. Check ticket availability directly.
Ticket required; check current availability
Leave the kids at home
OSC After Dark turns Orlando Science Center into a Halloween-night party from 8 to 11 p.m. on October 31. This one is strictly 21+, with an open bar included and food sold separately. Buy through the organizer and check ticket availability before making plans. Costumes are welcome; weapons are not, and face coverings must be removable for ID checks.
OSC After Dark
Orlando Science Center
Spend Halloween night exploring the Science Center at an adults-only party with a DJ, costume contest, karaoke, trivia and a laser light show. The event runs from 8 to 11 p.m. and includes an open bar; food is available separately. Guests must be 21 or older. Costumes are welcome, but weapons are prohibited and face coverings must be removable for identification checks.
Ticket required; check organizer for current price. Open bar included; food extra.
Bop to the Top Presents MONSTOBER at House of Blues (18+)
House of Blues Orlando — Music Hall
Bop to the Top brings its MONSTOBER Halloween dance event to the House of Blues Orlando Music Hall. This is an ages-18-and-up event, with an advertised 8 PM start. The organizer has not published a verified finish time. Buy admission through the official event link; Fast Lane and meet-and-greet upgrades are separate products, not admission. Ticketmaster advises arriving at least an hour early when parking at Disney Springs.
Ticketed; check current admission total at official checkout
Eden Bar’s Annual Halloween Party
Eden Bar at Enzian
Enzian’s outdoor bar becomes Eden Station for a Halloween costume party with music, food, drinks and games. The subway-inspired theme gives friends a reason to dress up before a late-night movie outing. This party is strictly for guests 21 and older. The midnight screening of Halloween II requires a separate ticket, so check both bookings if you want to combine them.
Ticket required; ages 21+; midnight movie sold separately
Día de los Muertos: Halloween Night with Jesús Montañez
Anthem Orlando
Sugar-skull makeup, costumes and tribal house set the mood at this LGBTQ+ nightclub’s Halloween celebration. Scott Robert opens before headliner Jesús Montañez takes over the booth. The organizer lists early-bird, advance and door ticket tiers, with limited VIP options for groups. Guests must be 21 or older. Check the live ticket page for the price tier still available before heading downtown.
Tickets from $10 advance; $20 door; ages 21+
Orlando Haunted House Party: Dance with Friends
Grape & The Grain
Orlando House Party brings its Halloween dance floor to Grape & The Grain in Mills 50. DJs mix genres and generations while guests arrive in costumes or whatever makes them comfortable. Admission is for ages 21 and older with valid identification. The organizer prohibits re-entry, large bags and realistic weapon props. Check ticket availability and arrive early because entry pauses when capacity is reached.
Ticket required; ages 21+; check current door availability
Trick or Trade Drag Show
Savoy Orlando
Mystree Hugga, Nene and Persephone Void take the stage for Savoy’s Halloween-night drag lineup, with music from DJ Joanie. The venue also advertises a costume contest with $1,000 in cash prizes, giving guests another reason to plan their look. The published time is the showtime rather than a separate door opening. Confirm admission, age requirements and any seating arrangements directly with Savoy.
Check admission and age requirements with Savoy
GORDO Halloween Eve at Wall Street
Wall Street Plaza
GORDO headlines a Halloween-eve block party at Wall Street Plaza. This is a dated special event rather than a general listing for the district’s bars, making it an option for friends who want their Friday plan settled before Halloween itself. Wall Street publishes an evening event window and links to organizer ticketing. Check the current ticket tier, age policy and entry instructions before going.
Ticket required; ages 18+; check current tier
K-Pop: All Hallows Rave
Conduit
Tiny Waves brings a Halloween K-pop dance night to Conduit, with DJs mintea and fortuneswan playing the music. Doors open before the music starts at 10 p.m., so the listed opening time includes an arrival window. Admission is limited to ages 18 and older. The organizer says online tickets are the only way to guarantee entry if the event sells out.
Tickets from $20 plus fees; ages 18+
Perreoween: The Halloween Edition of Perreoland
The Vanguard
Perreoland brings its Halloween edition to The Vanguard for a night of perreo and costumes. The venue’s detailed event section lists doors at 9 p.m. and an age restriction of 18 and older. Ticket options and VIP reservations are handled through the venue’s linked booking pages. Confirm the current ticket tier and costume or bag rules directly before heading to North Orange Avenue.
Ticket required; ages 18+; check current tiers
Thornton Park Halloween Block Party
Thornton Park District
Costumes take center stage at the district’s 13th Halloween block party. Expect a costume contest with prizes, DJs, cirque-style performers, themed games and photo opportunities. The evening continues past midnight. Check the organizer’s ticket and entry information before heading to this busy neighborhood celebration.
Check organizer for tickets and entry rules
Heroes vs. Villains Halloween Party
Live! at the Pointe Orlando
Choose a hero or villain costume for a Halloween evening across the Pointe’s participating nightlife venues. One wristband provides access to themed spaces, DJs, specialty cocktails and interactive experiences, with a costume contest offering $3,000 in cash and prizes. This ticketed party is for guests 21 and older with valid government identification. Drinks depend on the ticket package.
Tickets required; see organizer for current prices
More Halloween ideas
Keep exploring seasonal events across Greater Orlando. Theme-park nights, community celebrations and local pop-ups can each make a different kind of Halloween.
Magnolia Park: Halloween Fest presented by WJRR
House of Blues Orlando, Music Hall
Magnolia Park brings Halloween Fest, presented by WJRR, to House of Blues Orlando on October 31, 2026. The official listing starts at 6 p.m. The finish time is unconfirmed. Use the official ticket link for current prices, availability and entry policies; allow extra time for arrival at Disney Springs.
Paid tickets; check Ticketmaster for current prices and availability
Nightmare on Orange: The Courtesy Halloween Pop-up
The Courtesy
The Courtesy's Halloween takeover runs through November 1, 2026, with themed décor and specialty cocktails. Remaining dates are shown as separate sessions on this one listing. The official booking page strongly encourages reservations for parties of 4–8; parties of 1–3 use walk-in seating. Review cancellation terms before reserving and confirm the age policy with the venue.
Food and drinks extra; reservations require a card hold with a $20-per-person no-show charge
Nosferatu with Cameron Carpenter's live organ score
Steinmetz Hall, Dr. Phillips Center
Watch the 1922 silent film Nosferatu with organist Cameron Carpenter performing his original score live. The Halloween performance starts at 7 p.m. in Steinmetz Hall. The finish time is unconfirmed. This is a separate event from Enzian's Nosferatu screening.
Paid tickets; see official booking for current seats and prices
Little Kawaii Market at Namicon: Halloween Artist Pop-up
Namicon at Dezerland Park Orlando
Little Kawaii Market joins Namicon at Dezerland Park for an anime-and-Halloween weekend with artists, makers, cosplay and themed activities. General admission begins at 1 PM Friday and 11 AM Saturday; VIP guests enter an hour earlier. The ticket page lists Friday at $15, Saturday at $20 and a two-day general pass at $25. Children six and under enter free. This market is inside a ticketed event, not a free shopping pop-up.
Friday $15; Saturday $20; two-day GA $25; ages 6 and under free
Epilogue: The Hidden Chapter Halloween Pop-up
Epilogue — Four Seasons Resort Orlando
An adults-only haunted-library pop-up transforms Epilogue at Four Seasons Resort Orlando with candlelit bookshelves and seasonal cocktails. Advance reservations are required and walk-ins are not accepted. The resort lists $85 per person including two cocktails, with seatings starting at 6 PM on Thursday, Friday and Saturday through October 31. Choose an available seating with the resort; no confirmed finish time is published.
$85 per person, two cocktails included; advance reservation required
Smoke & Spirits: Halloween Dinner Experience
Palm Tree Club Restaurant
A candlelit tasting dinner takes inspiration from Día de los Muertos at Palm Tree Club. The five-course chef’s menu pairs dishes with Don Julio tequila and Del Maguey mezcal, with brand ambassadors guiding the tastings. A separate chef’s table experience is limited to ten guests and includes additional tastings and reserved seating. Reserve the appropriate dining experience through the organizer.
Tickets required; see organizer for current prices
Build a night that works
Pick one main celebration and plan dinner or a short stop nearby. Winter Garden, Maitland, Sanford and Kissimmee are separate outings, so check the journey before promising your group two events in one night. A free outdoor festival can be a flexible choice; a ticketed evening needs more attention to entry times and transport.
Make a plan with Clem ↗A few Halloween questions
Which option is best for younger children?
Start with daytime or explicitly family-friendly events and read the activity descriptions. Family-friendly does not guarantee that every haunted attraction or costume will suit every child. Ask the organizer about quieter areas and any activity that worries your group.
Does a Halloween event include regular park admission?
Do not assume it does. A special event can need its own ticket or have different entry hours. Check exactly what your ticket includes on the official organizer website, including any separate parking or passholder requirements.
What if the weather changes?
Check the organizer’s latest updates before leaving, especially for outdoor events. Save an indoor alternative nearby and check the cancellation or refund policy before buying a ticket.
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