Spooky season is in full swing across Minneapolis and St. Paul! Whether you’re looking for haunted houses and costume parties or pumpkin walks and family fun, there’s something happening almost every night through the end of October.

We’ve rounded up the best Halloween events for adults and families so you can make the most of the season. Browse below for ideas, then click the event names for full details, tickets, and updates from the organizers.


HALLOWEEN EVENTS FOR ADULTS

TWIN CITIES FEAR FEST
When: Through Nov 2
Minnesota’s largest haunted attraction returns to the Mall of America with multiple immersive haunted experiences and over-the-top scares.


LOWERTOWN TERROR
When: Weekends through Oct 31
The St. Paul Saints ballpark transforms into a haunted underworld with ghostly history tours and live frights.


PHANTOM’S FEAST
When: Oct 23-26, 30-31, and Nov 1
Dinner theater meets ghost stories at the Renaissance Festival grounds in Shakopee. Ages 17+.

Phantom’s Feast at Minnesota Renaissance Festival



TWIN CITIES HORROR FESTIVAL
When: Through Oct 30
Live horror-themed theater festival featuring indie performers, film, and art installations.



FLIP PHONE XXL HALLOWEEN
When: Oct 25
A drag-filled Halloween party hosted by Flip Phone Productions inside First Avenue’s mainroom.



SKALLOWEEN WITH SPACE MONKEY MAFIA
When: Oct 31
Live ska and punk energy at Turf Club’s annual costumed concert in St. Paul.



HORROR ON HENNEPIN
When: Oct 31
A massive Halloween rave at Skyway Theatre featuring national DJs and a costume competition.



FIRST AVENUE HALLOWEEN PARTY & COSTUME CONTEST
When: Oct 31
Minneapolis’ biggest costume party with live DJs, prizes, and an all-night dance floor.



FAMILY & KID-FRIENDLY HALLOWEEN EVENTS

MINNESOTA ZOO JACK-O-LANTERN SPECTACULAR
When: Through Nov 2
Walk through thousands of illuminated pumpkins carved into intricate designs at the Minnesota Zoo.




TRICKS & TREATS AT VALLEYFAIR
When: Weekends through Nov 1
Kid-friendly Halloween fun with rides, treats, and no scares at Valleyfair in Shakopee.



BAREBONES PUPPET HALLOWEEN EXTRAVAGANZA
When: Oct 30-31 & Nov 1-2
Outdoor pageant mixing puppetry, music, and fire performance in Powderhorn Park.

Barebones Halloween Extravaganza

HOWL-O-WEEN DOG COSTUME CONTEST
When: Oct 31
Pups and families hit Loring Park for prizes and treats.



SPOOKY HALLOWEEN FAMILY GHOST HUNT – ST. PAUL
When: Oct 30 - Nov 2
A lighthearted paranormal adventure and scavenger hunt for families exploring St. Paul’s historic side.


There’s still plenty of Halloween fun left across the Twin Cities, from big costume parties to pumpkin-lit trails and family festivals. Grab your crew, pick a few, and make the most of spooky season before it disappears for another year.