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Halloween haunts, parties and shows all around Orlando
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Orlando may not get the cool weather synonymous with fall, but we do certainly have our share of Halloween horrors in store. Below is a roundup of all of Orlando’s spooky season happenings in 2024.
Through Oct. 27
Goblins and Giggles Live music, spooky-themed crafts, costume contests and ample sweet treats await at Goblins and Giggles, Gaylord Palms Resort’s Halloween event. Spookley the Square Pumpkin, the resort’s Halloween icon, will be available for meet-and-greets, while the resort atrium house will host several fall-themed, family-friendly events and activities. Gaylord Palms Resort, 6000 W. Osceola Parkway, Kissimmee gaylordpalms.com
Through Oct. 31:
Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party Join Mickey and his friends for some not-so-scary Halloween adventures, delightfully devious encounters and fall fun for all ages. Magic Kingdom Park, Bay Lake disneyworld.disney.go.com
Happy Frights Featuring live music, eight trick-or-treat stations, Halloween-themed excursions and more, Happy Frights at Leu Gardens offers a more family-friendly fall experience. Harry P. Leu Gardens, 1920 N. Forest Ave.; $29.15-$30.90; 407-246-2620; halloweeninthegarden.com.
Haunting Nights Recommended for those 13 and older, Haunting Nights provides a late-night opportunity to get tangled in a spooky Halloween adventure, complete with fall-inspired food and drinks, a hedge maze and Bigfoot sightings. Harry P. Leu Gardens, 1920 N. Forest Ave.; $29.15-$30.90; 407-246-2620; halloweeninthegarden.com.
Vampirates: The Haunting Search for Neptune’s Treasure Set aboard an 18th-century replicated Spanish ship for an interactive show featuring action, romance, music and breathtaking aerial stunts and will surely keep you on the edge of your seat. Pirates Dinner Adventure, 6400 Carrier Drive piratesdinneradventure.com
Through Nov. 2:
Howl-O-Scream Brace yourself for a night of immersive terror at SeaWorld’s Howl-O-Scream. New themed experiences, including bars, haunted houses and scare zones, offer guests the chance to live the night like it’s their last. SeaWorld, 7007 SeaWorld Drive; $49.99-$ 179.99; 407-363-2613; seaworld.com.
Through Nov. 2:
Scream-A-Geddon Florida’s premier Halloween haunted house event featuring several haunted attractions spread across acres of terror. Scream-A-Geddon Horror Park, 27839 St. Joe Road, Dade City; $31.95-$191.95; screamageddon.com.
Through Nov. 2:
Sir Henry’s Haunted Trail 2837 S. Frontage Road, Plant City; $27-$62; sirhenryshauntedtrail.com.
Through Nov. 3:
Halloween Horror Nights Step into your worst nightmare and experience Halloween Horror Nights 33. Chock full of sinister scare zones, horrifying haunted houses and electric entertainment, HHN promises guests a night straight out of horror’s most terrifying scenes. Universal Studios Florida, 6000 Universal Blvd.; $55-$399; 407-363-8000; universalorlando.com.
Oct. 3-13:
Dracula Step into the sinister world of Dracula in this riveting adaptation of Bram Stoker’s classic novel. This theatrical experience promises to keep guests “spellboard” and captivated through a combination of “fear and fascination” that plagues the narrative. Athens Theatre, 124 N. Florida Ave., DeLand; $25-$38; 386-736-1500; athensdeland.com.
Oct. 3-Nov. 2:
Fear Reach Scream Park Far Reach Ranch, 1255 S. Dora Blvd., Tavares; $20; fearreachscreampark.com.
Oct. 3-Nov. 2:
Teatro Martini’s Halloween Vaudeville Variety Revue This Halloween-themed interactive dinner performance is full of whimsical moments, burlesque, live comedy, magicians and music. Pirates Dinner Adventure, 6400 Carrier Drive; $72.95; 407-248-0590; piratesdinneradventure.com.
Oct. 3-Nov. 10:
Nosferatu Inspired by vampire lore from famous literature such as Bram Stoker’s Dracula and TV and film such as Interview With a Vampire and even Twilight, Buffy and True Blood, Nosferatu is a one-of-a-kind experience where audiences move from space to space to delight in a surprising and elevated artistic experience. Renaissance Theatre Co., 415 E. Princeton St.; $10-$250; rentheatre.com.
Oct. 4-6:
A Rocky, Whorish Patter Show A high-energy, demented tribute to obsessive nerd fandom (especially fans of a certain 1975 cult film). It’s got witty parody lyrics in a big Broadway belt, tap, burlesque and audience crowd-work. Fringe ArtSpace, 54 W. Church St.; $20; 407-436 -7800; orlandofringe.org.
Oct. 4-Nov. 2:
A Petrified Forest With varying event offerings like Blood Moon, Total Eclipse, Kids Day and more, A Petrified Forest offers guests intricate scare trails, haunted houses and close-up encounters with ghoulish beings. Fear in the Forest, 1360 E Altamonte Drive, Altamonte Springs; $37.70-$77.48; 407-468-6600; apetrifiedforest.com.
Oct. 5:
Let’s Celebrate! Halloween ExpoEnjoy a weekend of enriching workshops and networking opportunities at the Let’s Celebrate! Halloween Expo, held this year during the last weekend of October. 1 pm; Avanti Palms Resort and Conference Center, 6515 International Drive; $10; 407-996-0900; spiritfestusa.com.
Oct. 5, 12, 19, 26:
Longwood Haunted History Tour An enchanting evening of eerie entertainment featuring a frighteningly fun-filled 75 minute theatrical walking tour of the Bradlee-McIntyre House, filled with historical facts, spine-tingling stories and ill-fated illusion. Bradlee McIntyre House, 130 W. Warren Ave., Longwood; $30; 407-332-0225; historiclongwood.com.
Oct. 5, 12, 19, 26:
Funoween Monster’ganza Trick or treaters of all ages are welcome at Funoween, Fun Spot America’s Halloween extravaganza. From the new Fright Bites menu featuring spooky cuisine to pumpkin decorating and lively costume contests, there is something for the tall, small and everyone in between. Funoween activities are included with park admission. Fun Spot, 5700 Fun Spot Way; fun-spot.com/halloween-2024.
Oct. 5-27:
Brick-or-Treat Step into a world built brick by brick and enjoy ghoulish treats, fall family fun and entertainment. Entry is included with park admission. Legoland, One Legoland Way, Winter Haven; $94; 1-888-690-5346; legoland.com.
Oct. 6:
Milk Mart: Spooky Soirée Milk Mart: Spooky Soiree offers a one-day chance to stock up on fall-themed goodies, costume pieces and more. Noon; The Milk District, East Robinson Street and North Bumby Avenue; facebook.com/themilkdistrict.
Oct. 6-31:
Phantasmagoria: The Barbara-Lee Ghost Cruise The now-haunted waters of the St. Johns River in Sanford offers a three-hour cruise, meal and ghastly entertainment aboard the Barbara-Lee for its inaugural year of ghost cruises. Rivership Romance, 433 N. Palmetto Ave., Sanford; $85; 407 321-5091; stjohnsrivershipco.com.
Oct. 10-12:
Phantasmagoria XV: Grim and Grimmer Tales Alexis and Jim Pugh Theater, Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts, 445 S. Magnolia Ave.; $42.28-$52.93; phantasmagoriaorlando.com.
Oct. 11:
Drunkin’ Pumpkin’ Party 6 pm; The Gnarly Barley, 1407 N. Orange Ave.; 407-730-9566; instagram.com/orlandoparkinglotparty.
Oct. 11:
Monster Bikes, Bars and Bites Crawl Gather your crew and unleash your inner monster for a spooktacular night out! Experience the thrills of The Milk District as you ride, cycle, or walk through the neighborhood, discovering the local ghoulish drink and bite specials at each stop. 6 pm; The Nook on Robinson, 2432 E. Robinson St.; $10; facebook.com/themilkdistrict.
Oct. 11-13:
Spooky Empire Hyatt Regency Orlando, 9801 International Drive; $40-$80; spookyempire.com.
Oct. 12-13
Fall at Grande Lakes Festival From hayrides to carnival games and fall crafts, Fall at Grande Lakes Festival offers a blend of the excitement of fall with the relaxation of a premier getaway resort. Grande Lakes Orlando, 4040 Central Florida Parkway, Orlando grandelakes.com/fall-at-grande-lakes
Oct. 12-13, 19-20, 26-27:
Gators, Ghosts and Goblins Head to the “Alligator Capital of the World” and search for the Moth Man, Chupacabra, Bigfoot and more at Gatorland’s Gators, Ghosts and Goblins event. Entry is included with park admission, and offers guests a hauntingly good time. Gatorland, 14501 S. Orange Blossom Trail; $21.99-; 407-855-5496; gatorland.com.
Oct. 12-13, 19-20, 26-27:
Zoo Boo Bash 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, inflatables, a DJ with music for dancing, and trick-or-treat stations with candy that’s conservation-friendly. Central Florida Zoo and Botanical Gardens, 3755 W. Seminole Blvd., Sanford; $25.95; centralfloridazoo.org/zoo-boo-bash.
Oct. 16-17:
Theresa Caputo The Long Island Medium. 5 pm; The Plaza Live, 425 N. Bumby Ave.; $59-$189; 407-228-1220; plazaliveorlando.org.
Oct. 17:
15th Annual Día de los Muertos & Monster Party Showcasing Day of the Dead and Halloween-inspired art created by regional, national and international artists. This unique art exhibition will be paired with an outdoor experience on opening night that will feature food, drinks, entertainment and spooky art vendors. 6 pm; CityArts, 39 S. Magnolia Ave.; $5-$50; downtownartsdistrict.com.
Oct. 17-26:
Winnie’s Rock Cauldron Cabaret Seat yourself for the dramatic rock concert-style summoning of the Sanderson Sisters, the iconic trio from the Halloween classic Hocus Pocus. Alexis and Jim Pugh Theater, Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts, 445 S. Magnolia Ave.; $35-$40; drphillipscenter.org.
Oct. 18:
Ancient Aliens 6:30 pm; The Plaza Live, 425 N. Bumby Ave.; $44-$80; 407-228-1220; plazaliveorlando.org.
Oct. 18-19:
The Rich Weirdoes: The Rocky Horror Picture Show The longest-running fully interactive audience participation film in the world. 11:59 pm; Fringe ArtSpace, 54 W. Church St.; $18; 407-436 -7800; orlandofringe.org.
Oct. 19:
Dark Arts Dinner Party Immerse yourself in a celebration of the fall exhibits at the Museum of Art DeLand. Reserve your spot and enjoy music, signature cocktails, specialty bites and more. 7 pm; Museum of Art DeLand — Downtown, 100 N. Woodland Blvd., DeLand; $800; 386-734-4371; moartdeland.org.
Oct. 19:
OCA’s Monster Dash 5K A 5K, kids fun run or family stroll (quarter-mile) to benefit services for people with autism and other disabilities. Highlights include race shirt, medal, costume contest and kids activities. 7:30 am; Blue Jacket Park, 2501 General Rees Ave.; $35-$45; 407-808-7837; gooca.org/monster-dash.
Oct. 20:
Faire of the Dog: Spooky Market A Mills 50 vintage/makers market that also benefits different animal shelters and rescues each time. Noon; Will’s Pub, 1042 N. Mills Ave.; instagram.com/faireofthedog.
Oct. 26:
The 11th Annual Howl-O-Ween Dog Walk-a-thon and Canine Costume Contest Dog walk, canine costume contest, adoptable dogs, pet-friendly vendors, music and much more. 9 am; Cranes Roost Park, 274 Cranes Roost Blvd., Altamonte Springs; 407-571-8863; franklinsfriends.info.
Oct. 26:
20th Annual Florida Bat Festival View the world’s largest bats and meet native species, over 140 vendors including arts, crafts, games, activities, environmental, food and beer and more. 10 am; Lubee Bat Conservancy, 1309 NW 192nd Ave., Gainesville; $10-$35; lubee.org.
Oct. 26:
CarnEvil Halloween Watch in horror as Pointe Orlando transforms into an eerie carnival full of electric entertainment, eye-catching costumes and exclusive Halloween-themed food and beverages. Prepare for a night full of terrifying twists and turns and scarily good surprises. 7 pm; Pointe Orlando, 9101 International Drive; $20; 407-248-2838; liveatthepointeorlando.com.
Oct. 26:
Eden Bar’s Halloween Party Dress to impress in your best costume and party with your friends until you’re dead by dawn. A night of music, food and drinks and more. 8 pm; Eden Bar at the Enzian, 1300 S. Orlando Ave., Maitland; $30; 407-629-1088; enzian.org.
Oct. 26:
Monster Mash For mouthwatering cuisine from restaurants across Central Florida and a worldly wine and beer selection, attend Monster Mash Orlando, hosted by Restaurant & Allied Partnership of Central Florida. Event attendees can count on hearing the spooky sounds of DJ Dr. NO and can also receive a tarot reading from Ms. Angelique Luna. 6 pm; Bites and Bubbles, 1618 N. Mills Ave.; $99-$125; 407-270-5085; rapcf.org.
Oct. 26:
The Night Market and Zombietoberfest 5 pm; Audubon Park Garden District, East Winter Park Road and Corrine Drive; instagram.com/hello.apgd.
Oct. 26:
The Official Halloween Bar CrawlGet in the spooky spirit at the Official Halloween Bar Crawl, held in the heart of downtown Orlando. Register to enjoy drink specials, professional photography, an electric party and the haunts of Halloweekend. 4 pm; Underground Public House, 19 S. Orange Ave.; $10; 612-460-0094.
Oct. 31-Nov. 3:
Stranger Sings! The Parody Musical This theatrical adaptation of the hit Netflix series features an “upside down” take on the world of Hawkins and all of its “campy 1980s glory.” Join the classic characters as they take on the mysteries that plague their world and avoid the inter-dimensional creatures inhabiting it. Alexis and Jim Pugh Theater, Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts, 445 S. Magnolia Ave.; $45-$65; drphillipscenter.org.
Oct. 31:
Halloween Night Party Dress up in your scariest costume and enjoy a night of music, drinks and dancing with friends. 6 pm; Boxi Park, 6877 Tavistock Lakes Blvd.; $7.07; boxiparklakenona.com.
Oct. 31:
Halloween Spooktacular With plenty of candy, fun costumes, themed dance parties and more, SeaWorld’s Spooktacular is the aquatic Halloween event for families and trick-or-treaters of all ages. SeaWorld, 7007 SeaWorld Drive; 407-363-2613; seaworld.com.
Nov. 3:
Halloween Horror Fights 5 The Veranda at Thornton Park, 707 E. Washington St.; 336-491-8489; instagram.com/mayhemonmills.
Through Nov. 10
Nosferatu This immersive performance is presented in three distinct “movements,” where guests move space to space throughout the 15,000 square foot building to interact with the storyline and avoid the vampires that lurk around every corner. tickets.rentheatre.com/nosferatu
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