Things to Do in Edmonton This Halloween
Calling all ghosts and ghouls! Spooky season is upon us once again, and Edmonton is packed with haunted happenings you won't want to miss. Find your cloak, put on your mask, and sink your fangs into all the fearful festivities happening this season. It's Halloween, witches!
DARK at Fort Edmonton Park
Find out what lingers deep in the shadows of Edmonton’s River Valley and feel the fear in every fibre of your being. Back for its fifth year, DARK offers three wicked experiences that will leave you sleeping with one eye open. Come for the scares, stay for the food and fun. From local food truck favourites to spooky cocktails to a live DJ spinning spooky beats, DARK is Edmonton’s haunted festival, and you won’t want to miss it!
October 7-30
Pumpkins After Dark
We guarantee you've never seen this many pumpkins at once! Pumpkins After Dark features more than 6,000 hand-carved pumpkins. Explore the magical pathway of lit pumpkin displays with music and special effects. With classic Halloween characters, dinosaurs and dragons, movie and pop culture icons – this family friendly event has something for everyone.
September 29 - October 31
SCREAM is Back!
Costumed creepers, a haunted labyrinth, and a ton of musical acts! SCREAM, Canada’s largest and longest running Halloween dance event, returns on October 29 at the Edmonton EXPO Centre. Get your groove on and enjoy the spooky vibes! You won't want to miss this Halloween's hottest event.
October 29
FrightFest at TELUS World of Science
Scary movies are a ghoul's best friend! Creep it reel with your favourite cult-classics on the big screen for FrightFest in the TELUS World of Science's IMAX theatre! Enjoy classics such as The Shining and Friday the 13th, modern blockbusters like Get Out, and family-friendly favourites like Casper... which happens to be a costume party viewing!
October 20-30
Deadmonton Haunted House
No Halloween is complete without a haunted house! This year, Deadmonton attempts to warp the fabric of time, space, and even reality. Join them on a twisted trip down the rabbit hole and into the warped minds of madness! Deadmonton is proud to bring you two amazing haunted attractions this year: Icons of Darkness and Return of the Living Dead.
September 23 - November 5
Edmonton Corn Maze
Each year, the Edmonton Corn Maze creates new themes designed to get thousands of visitors turned around. From the air, the maze looks like a beautiful artistic pattern. On the ground, it tests your sense of adventure (and direction). With other farm activities including a pumpkin patch and local market, the Edmonton Corn Maze is the perfect place to spend an October afternoon!
September 6 - October 23
All Aboard the Haunted Trolley
Embark on a spooky hour-long Haunted Trolley Tour over the historic and haunted High Level Bridge and Old Strathcona as the sun sets. Hear some of Edmonton’s most spooky and gruesome ghost stories. Learn about the ghosts that still wander around the Arts Barns, the ghosts from the original construction of the High Level Bridge, and more frightening stories!
October 1-31 (various dates)
Pumpkin Patch Haunted Harvest Fest
Discover why an autumn outing to the pumpkin patch during this charming month-long Pumpkin Patch Haunted Harvest Fest is an annual tradition for many Edmontonians. Head out to Prairie Gardens & Adventure Farm for this signature event. Take a walk through the spooky ghost town, creep through the haunted farmhouse, or enjoy some live entertainment. Did we mention that there's also a pumpkin cannon?! Oh my gourd!
October 1 - 31
Fright Night at Galaxyland
Sneak over to West Edmonton Mall this month for some spooky special events. Kick off your Halloween weekend at Galaxyland with the return of Fright Night! The music will be loud and the lights will be dimmed. Experience unlimited adrenaline rush rides, thrilling illusions, a spooky haunted house, and a treat bag for all!
October 29
Metro Cinema
Looking for some scarier flicks to watch this month? Metro Cinema has got you covered! They're screening tons of Halloween classics this spooky season. You can also join House of Hush in the shadows for Trick or Tease on October 21! Enchanting performers will thrill you with their spirited performances upon the stage. Wear your favourite costume and perhaps you'll win fabulous prizes in the costume contest! After the main event has ended, sip on some local brews and dance the night away.
Various dates, The Garneau Theatre
Edmonton Ghost Tours
Join host Nadine Bailey on spooky ghost tours through some of Edmonton's historic landmarks. Don't be afraid, October is the perfect time to learn some eerie Edmonton history! Be sure to keep your eye out for otherworldly sightings – there are more than a few stories about spirits that have been spotted in the area. Boo!
Various dates and locations around Edmonton
Candlelight Halloween
This Halloween, gather up your courage and enter a beautiful venue for a special concert featuring thrilling soundtracks that will bring a chill to your spine! Let the Listeso String Quartet perform a mix of classic and modern spooky pieces including music from Ghostbusters, Stranger Things, Beetlejuice, and more. By the dim glimmer of candlelight, your eyes will be tricked—and treated!
October 31
Boo! At the Zoo!
A tiny bit of all-hallows eve with a big dash of adorable. Boo! At the Zoo is great for young kids with fun activities and tons of furry creatures to discover. Learn about some of the zoo's spooky animals, including our nocturnal creatures and watch them get Halloween treats! Stop by the All About Bats table and the Palm Oil Awareness table to learn about animal conservation. There will also be an animal skeleton touch table and meet and greet with Maleficent!
October 22, 23, 29, 30