48 Halloween Experiences for Grown-Ups in Boston
When:
Sunday, Oct 19, 2025 5:00p -
Sunday, Nov 02, 2025 11:30p
Sunday, Oct 19, 2025 5:00p -
Sunday, Nov 02, 2025 11:30p
Where:
Boston
Surrounding areas
Boston, MA
Admission:
$Varies
Categories:
Art, Date Idea, Drinks, Food, Games, Good for Groups, History, LGBTQ+, Movies, Music, Nightlife, Party, Seasonal, Shows
Event website:
https://www.thebostoncalendar.com/events/28-halloween-experiences-for-grown-ups-in-boston
Halloween as a kid is awesome. Your goal is to dress up in the craziest outfit possible, hang out with all your friends, and collect free candy all night. But Halloween as an adult has its own perks, including these super spooky haunted houses. We’ve rounded up the best spooktacular events for grown-ups to celebrate this holiday. The sugar just might come from cocktails instead of Reese’s.
Events are listed chronologically.
by Celina Colby & Yelena Nicolle Salvador
PARTIES
ICA Halloween: Black + White Ball
When: Sat. 10/25
Where: Seaport
Cost: $40
Info: "Dress to distress" at the ICA and pull out your black and white clothing to this Halloween ball. Watch pop-up circus performances and live artmaking, sip themed cocktails, and more.
"Slashed in the '90s" Halloween Party at the Liberty
When: Sat. 10/25
Where: Beacon Hill
Cost: $75
Info: The Liberty Hotel will be decorated in iconic scenes straight from your favorite '90s horror movies. Get ready for photo ops, decor inspired by cult classics, live DJ sets, and drinks. Cheers to a spooky night.
When: Fri. 10/31
Where: City Hall Plaza
Cost: Free
Info: Get ready for the ultimate Halloween party in the heart of Boston featuring a full line-up of all-women DJs, entertainers, and performers. Grab a bite from the food truck village, dance the night away, and shop from the local vendor market.
Haunted Brewery Halloween Party
When: Fri. 10/31
Where: Jamaica Plain
Cost: Free
Info: Make your way to the Sam Adams Brewery in JP in your most festive costume. Enjoy a fun Trick-or-Treat flight of brews, live music performances, and spooky vibes in the beer garden.
When: Fri. 10/31
Where: Somerville
Cost: Free
Info: Stop by Aeronaut for an evening of live music, spooky drink specials (we recommend trying out the cinnamon sugar rim), silent scary movies in the background, and monster mashing on the dance floor.
When: Fri. 10/31
Where: Everett
Cost: Free
Info: Get ready to scream at Night Shift Taproom where you can be (or ignore) all your feels this Halloween. There will be live music, witchy brews, a food truck pop-up, and a costume contest.
Clubstation: Halloween Dance Party
When: Fri. 10/31
Where: Roslindale
Cost: $15
Info: Head to the Substation for the ultimate dance party featuring local DJs spinning house, EDM, and pop tunes. Sip on specialty cocktails, participate in the costume contest, and leave your best moves on the dance floor.
22nd Annual Mayhem and Madness Halloween Bash
When: Fri. 10/31
Where: Roslindale
Cost: $26-34
Info: Hennessy's will be the new venue of BostonYPA's Mayhem and Madness Annual Halloween Bash. Get ready to dance, sip on some drinks, enjoy hot appetizers with your ticket, and party under the lights of glow sticks.
Halloween Party at Sam Adams Taproom
When: Fri. 10/31
Where: Downtown
Cost: Free
Info: Come dressed in your best costume at Sam Adams Taproom. There will be live music, a whole lot of dancing, and specialty brews, like the Caramel Fudge Sunday.
When: Fri. 10/31
Where: South End
Cost: $5
Info: Show off your dance moves at this Disco Halloween Bash at Spy Bar. Sip on craft cocktails, late-night bites, and an evening of music, art, and fashion. Don't forget to check out the upstairs area for a Day of the Dead celebration featuring Mexican food, tequila cocktails, and Latin sounds.
Halloween Party @ Castle Island
When: Fri. 10/31
Where: Southie
Cost: Free
Info: Sip on spooky brews at Castle Island in Southie. There will be a costume contest, a live DJ, dancing, and a whole lot of spooktacular fun.
When: Fri. 10/31
Where: Fenway
Cost: Free
Info: Make your way to Cisco Fenway for some Freaky Tiki cocktails, a live DJ, and a costume contest. Prizes are awarded for best individual and best group, so get creative and cheers to a spooky party at Cisco.
Costume Party @ Long Live Roxbury
When: Fri. 10/31
Where: Roxbury
Cost: Free
Info: Join Long Live Roxbury for their annual Halloween costume bash and witchy brews. There will be a live DJ, psychic booth, a tooth gem station, a food pop-up, and more. Come dressed to impress.
When: Sat. 11/1
Where: Fenway
Cost: Free
Info: Time Out Market will be serving up witchy brews, aka themed cocktails, and hosting a live DJ, a tarot card reader, an airbrush tattoo artist, and drag queen Big Atlas.
PERFORMANCES & MOVIES
Flick 'R Treats at the Coolidge
When: Tue. 10/21 - Sun. 11/2
Where: Coolidge Corner
Cost: $17+
Info: Get in the Halloween spirit with horror movies at the historic Coolidge Corner Theatre. Grab a ticket and enjoy new movies like 'A Girl Walks Home Alone at Night' and classics like 'Elvira: Mistress of the Dark.'
Halloween Watch Wednesdays at The Anchor
When: Wednesdays, 10/22 & 10/29
Where: Charlestown
Cost: Free
Info: Catch a spooky flick at The Anchor in Charlestown. From lighthearted films like ‘Beetlejuice’ to horror classics like ‘Halloween,’ there’s something for every taste.
When: Thu. 10/23 - Fri. 10/31
Where: Somerville
Cost: $38-65
Info: The Boston Circus Guild is getting spooky during this Halloween show where you can watch aerial feats, contortions, acrobatics, and more in an immersive, installation-style theater experience.
'Halloweentown' on the Greenway
When: Fri. 10/24
Where: Rose Kennedy Greenway
Cost: Free
Info: Catch the final fall movie night on the Greenway, 'Halloweentown' (1998). Get there early for free popcorn and candy, grab a bite from a pop-up food truck, and enjoy the screening under the stars with a Greenway blanket that will be available to rent for free.
24th Halloween Horror Marathon
When: Sat. 10/25
Where: Coolidge Corner
Cost: $35-$45
Info: If you can stomach 12 hours of chilling terror, you’re in for a treat at the Coolidge Corner Theatre Halloween Horror Marathon. Spend the night at the movies watching ‘Creature from the Black Lagoon!’ and ‘An American Werewolf in London!’
Halloween Movie Night: 'The Nightmare Before Christmas'
When: Wed. 10/29
Where: Allston
Cost: Free
Info: Join the Honan-Allston Branch of the BPL for a spooky screening of 'The Nightmare Before Christmas.' Enjoy light refreshments and some community connection.
Halloween Drag Show at Aeronaut
When: Wed. 10/29
Where: Somerville
Cost: $15
Info: Grab a beer and get ready for the ultimate drag show with a Halloween twist. Cheer on local, seasoned, and new queens as they take the stage.
When: Thu. 10/30
Where: Back Bay
Cost: Free
Info: Head to Trident for a cozy screening of the Halloween Disney classic, 'Halloweentown.' Food and beverages will be available for purchase to make it the perfect night in.
When: Thu. 10/30
Where: Back Bay
Cost: Free
Info: Make your way to the Beehive for a Halloween burlesque show: 'Dance with the Devil.' Sip on liquid potions, munch on some snacks, and watch performers dance with live snakes.
Rocky Horror Picture Show: 50th Anniversary
When: Thu. 10/30
Where: Somerville
Cost: $25
Info: Is it really Halloween if you don’t go to Rocky Horror? Watch the Teseracte Players perform this classic live. Costumes are encouraged!
EXPERIENCES & MARKETS
ArtsThursdays: Halloween at the Museum
When: Thu. 10/23
Where: Harvard Square
Cost: Free
Info: Head to the Harvard Museum of Natural History for a special free admission for ArtsThursdays with a Halloween twist. Check out the exhibits while trick-or-treating, stop by the photo booth, meet real-life zombies (you'll have to visit to see what we mean), and more.
Twilight at MAAM: Noodle & Doodle with Doctor Gasp
When: Thu. 10/23
Where: Fenway
Cost: Free
Info: Sip on a complimentary mocktail, create some art while listening to live music by Doctor Gasp, and enter the costume contest while exploring the current exhibits at MassArt Art Museum.
Hocus Pocus Recreation at Historic Ropes Mansion
When: Thu. 10/23 - Mon. 11/3
Where: Salem, MA
Cost: Free
Info: This season, the Ropes Mansion in Salem’s historic downtown will be dressed up in a recreation of the family home from cult classic ‘Hocus Pocus.’ Best of all, it’s free to visit!
Halloween Trivia at Boston Public Market
When: Fri. 10/24
Where: Downtown
Cost: Free
Info: Grab a fun treat from one of the vendors at Boston Public Market. Then, play some fun rounds of trivia about all things Halloween. Prizes will be awarded, so get ready to put your knowledge to the test.
When: Sat. 10/25
Where: Charlestown
Cost: Free
Info: For one night only, The Anchor transforms into a spooky, waterfront wonderland with themed experiences like the Haunted Mezzanine, the Spooky Swamp, and more. Listen to live music, stroll through the urban pumpkin patch, and enjoy festive food and drink options.
Halloween Block Party & Pet Spooktacular
When: Sat. 10/25
Where: Somerville
Cost: Free
Info: Get ready for this block party in East Somerville where you can cheer on costumed pups, listen to live music, shop from local vendors, and munch on yummy food.
When: Sat. 10/25
Where: Downtown
Cost: Free
Info: Visit the new, beautifully painted Color Flows on Winter Street for a family festival featuring a Halloween dog costume parade, free chowder, and educational exhibits for all ages.
The Fright at the MFA Scavenger Hunt
When: Sat. 10/25
Where: Fenway
Cost: $49
Info: Don't forget to purchase your MFA admission ticket, and then, explore the museum in a new light with The Fright Scavenger Hunt. Learn about different histories, answer fun questions, and get ready to enjoy a Halloween twist to your museum visit.
When: Sat. 10/25
Where: Somerville
Cost: $20
Info: Looking for a fun way to celebrate spooky season? Come enjoy a bachata workshop, a Halloween bachata performance, and a dancing social where you can meet new friends.
When: Sat. 10/25
Where: Beacon Hill
Cost: Free
Info: The Liberty Hotel is hosting a fun Halloween celebration for all. Bring your pups in their best costume, sip on seasonal drinks on the patio, and listen to a live DJ while shopping from local vendors.
When: Sat. 10/25
Where: Cambridge
Cost: $85
Info: Relax and make some Halloween-themed pottery with a teacher and new friends. Sip on some beer, learn some pottery basics, and have a laugh while enjoying a cozy crafting evening.
Haunted Halloween Adult Night at Lego Discovery
When: Wed. 10/29
Where: Somerville
Cost: $19.99
Info: We're all children at heart. Head to the Lego Discovery Center for a Halloween-themed building competition, Lego characters, a 4D Monster Party movie, and more.
When: Wed. 10/29
Where: Roxbury
Cost: Free
Info: Put your knowledge to the test while sipping on seasonal brews at Long Live Roxbury. Wear a costume and play some Halloween trivia for some fun prizes.
When: Thu. 10/30
Where: Union Square
Cost: Free
Info: Head to Bow Market for a witchy night market with tarot readings, aura photography, DIY jewelry workshops, and the release of Remnant Brewing’s Halloween pumpkin beer. You can also get astrological and psychic readings for even more spooky fun.
Halloween Flow at Boston Public Market
When: Thu. 10/30
Where: Downtown
Cost: $23.18
Info: Stop by the Boston Public Market for some relaxation before Halloween. Enjoy a guided Vinyasa class and a mini sound bath, and then mix and mingle with new friends while sipping on a free mini smoothie.
When: Thu. 10/30
Where: Fenway
Cost: Free
Info: Belt your favorite Halloween tunes with new friends at the Fenway Community Center's karaoke night. Show off your singing chops or cheer on those who dare to take the stage.
Halloween Pregame: Bonanza Night
When: Thu. 10/30
Where: Roslindale
Cost: Free
Info: Get ready for a cozy Halloween pregame party where you can play games with new friends, sing some karaoke, and more. Grab a separate ticket for the stand-up comedy show if you want to continue the fun.
The Night BOOzaar: Halloween Edition
When: Thu. 10/30
Where: Brighton
Cost: Free
Info: Close out the Brighton Bazaar season at the Speedway with the Night BOOzaar. Play some I Spy for a chance at free merch, buy some spooky trinkets, participate in the costume contest, and check out the experience room while listening to DJ tunes.
When: Fri. 10/31
Where: Back Bay
Cost: Free
Info: Play some free Halloween-themed trivia at the cozy and beloved Trident Booksellers & Cafe. Come in your best costume to participate in the contest and play seven rounds for a chance at some prizes.
When: Sat. 11/1
Where: Cambridge
Cost: $20
Info: Meet new friends while dancing to live music by the Compaq Big Band, a '30s and '40s era swing band. There will be free popcorn and cotton candy, some swing dance lessons, and a dancing social. Costumes and candy are encouraged.
HAUNTED TOURS
Candlelight & Spiritualism Tours at Hammond Castle Museum
When: Thursdays, starting 10/2 - 10/30
Where: Gloucester, MA
Cost: $30
Info: Get your dose of history with a side of terror at this candlelit tour of the Hammond Castle Museum where you’ll learn both the history of the building and the history of the spirits that haunt it.
When: Wednesdays to Sundays, starting Fri. 10/3 - Thu. 10/30
Where: Beverly, MA
Cost: $12-25
Info: During Halloween season, the 114-acre Long Hill estate in Beverly is transformed into a spooky seasonal stroll complete with more than 1,000 jack-o-lanterns, light displays, music, and tons of cool decorations. This is a family-friendly event.
When: Fri. 10/24
Where: Back Bay
Cost: Free
Info: Stop by the Gibson House where you can listen to historic tales of Victorian Halloween traditions. There will be treats to share, fun facts, tarot, and community connection.
Beacon Hill with a BOO! Walking Tour
When: Fri. 10/31
Where: Beacon Hill
Cost: $25
Info: Boston’s most charming neighborhood has a dark and seedy underbelly. On this Halloween-specific walking tour, you’ll learn about the murder and mayhem that mark Beacon Hill’s past.
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