Halloween 2026 in Dallas
Haunted houses, scary movies and trick-or-treating – take your pick.
Halloween kicks off the holiday season in style! Put on your costume of choice and head out with the family for a night of spooks and thrills.
Updated September 2026
Halloween Events for Kids
Dallas Farmers Market Pumpkin Patch
Friday, September 18- Saturday, October 31, 2026
Sunday-Friday 10am-5pm
Saturday 9am-5pm
Dallas Farmers Market | 920 South Harwood Street
The pumpkin patch is back! Purchase locally grown pumpkins from the Pumpkin Pyle fields in Floydada, TX. With over 25 pumpkin varieties, you can take your pick or stack em’ up!
Dallas Farmers Market Pumpkin Patch Information
MEADOWS MUSEUM TRICK OR TREAT
Sunday, October 25, 2026 | 2pm-4pm
Meadows Museum | 5900 Bishop Blvd
Get ready for a spooktacular time at the Meadows Museum Trick or Treat! Bring the kids in costume to trick-or-treat with art that’s come to life and explore interactive activities throughout the galleries. It’s a Halloween adventure like no other! Just remember, an adult must accompany all little ghosts and goblins. Don’t miss out on the fun—this is a Halloween treat for the whole family!
Meadows Museum Trick or Treat Information
TRICK OR TREAT ON DOWNTOWN STREETS
Saturday, October 31, 2026 | 4pm-7pm
Main Street Garden Park | 1902 Main Street
Join the 8th Annual Trick or Treat on Downtown Streets for a spooktacular evening on Halloween night! Dress up in your best costumes and explore Downtown Dallas transformed into a Halloween wonderland. Enjoy trick-or-treating, photo ops, local artisan markets, arts and crafts, and live entertainment. Pick up a map of participating businesses closer to the event date and collect treats from local retailers. Bring your bucket or grab one for free at Main Street Garden while supplies last!
Trick or Treat on Downtown Streets information
Kid's Halloween Sensory Play
Saturday, October 31, 2026 | 11am-1pm
The Shops at Park Lane | 8080 Park Lane
Bring the kiddos to The Shops at Park Lane for a sensory-friendly playtime. The experience hosts a selection of arts and crafts, hands-on activations, and community fun for little ones. Find the event near the Starbucks and Chipotle and start off Halloween with some hands-on fun.
Halloween Sensory Play Information
Movie Nights
GHOSTBUSTERS AT THE MAJESTIC THEATRE
October 11, 2026 | 7:30 p.m.
The Majestic Theatre | 1925 Elm Street
The Majestic Theatre is helping ring in the Halloween season with a classic movie showing. Ghostbusters will take to the theater screen on October 11. Grab your seats and enjoy the supernatural comedy in one of Dallas' oldest theatres.
The Village Presents: Sweet and Spooky Movie Night - Halloweentown
Friday, October 16, 2026 | 6pm
Glen Lawn at The Village Dallas | 5625 Village Glen Drive
Enjoy a family-friendly movie night under the stars with a screening of Halloweentown on the lawn. Popcorn, cotton candy, and more will be available for purchase, making it the perfect evening for all ages. Gather the kids and neighbors for a night of laughter and Halloween fun!
Rocky Horror Picture Show
Friday, October 16, 2026 | 9pm-11:30pm
The Statler Hotel Ballroom | 1914 Commerce Street
The Statler is doing more than just screening the 1975 cult classic Rocky Horror Picture Show; the ballroom has partnered with Los Bastardos to fully bring the film to life. Watch as the Los Bastardos performers make the film's choreography and musical numbers pop off the screen and fill the ballroom with dance and music.
Rocky Horror Picture Show Information
Movies in Main Street Garden
Multiple Dates | 8:30pm-11:30pm
Main Street Garden Park | 1902 Main Street
Grab your blankets and lawn chairs, and head to Main Street Garden for the viewing of classic Halloween films. Pets are also permitted, so sit back, relax, and enjoy the show. Concessions and beverages, including beer and wine, will be available to purchase.
October 2026 Movie Schedule:
- October 2: The Witches
- October 9: Buffy the Vampire Slayer
- October 16: Poltergeist
- October 23: Addams Family Values & Rocky Horror Picture Show
- October 30: IT
Movies in Main Street Garden Information
Festivals and Parties
The Village Fall Main Street Fest
Friday, October 2, 2026 | 5pm-9pm
The Village Main Street | 5670 Village Glen Dr
Enjoy crisp autumn air and golden-hour vibes with an evening full of hearty bites, seasonal sips, live music, and festive fun. Relax in the Beer Garden with drinks and snacks from Over Under, Sandy Pickle, and Buzz and Bustle, then wander through a vendor market brimming with handmade goods, local art, and unique treasures. Bring your pup too! This is a dog-friendly event.
MONSTER MASH, HALLOWEEN BASH
Saturday, October 24, 2026 | 7-11pm
Tuner House | 401 N Rosemont Ave
Get ready for Oak Cliff's premier fall event, Monster Mash, Halloween Bash! Benefiting the Well Community, the bash returns to the historically spooky Turner House in Dallas.
This frightful evening will feature food, live music, arts and crafts, and community connection! In previous years, the Monster Mash, Halloween Bash has also had raffle baskets, costume contests, prizes, and more. Don't miss out on all the fun and grab your tickets before they're sold out.
Monster Mash, Halloween Bash Information
Dallas Día de Los Muertos Parade and Festival
Saturday, October 31, 2026 | 4pm-11pm
Dallas City Hall Plaza | 1500 Marilla Street
Enjoy the vibrant spirit of the Dallas Día de Los Muertos Parade and Festival as it kicks off at Dallas City Hall, winds its way through downtown via S. Griffin St. and Commerce St., and concludes its journey back at Dallas City Hall. Experience a dazzling and jubilant procession filled with enchanting Catrinas, horses, dance troupes, music, floats, and intricate costumes. Beyond the parade, the event offers a family-friendly festival brimming with live entertainment, food vendors, arts and crafts, and much more.
Día de Los Muertos Parade Information
The Official Halloween Bar Crawl
Saturday, October 31, 2026 | 4pm-10pm
Hendy's on Henderson | 2401 N Henderson Avenue
Round up your boo crew, show off your costumes, and prepare for a night of creepy cocktails, chills, and unforgettable bar-hopping fun! Join the Crawl With Us crew as they guide you through 13 bars and party with them at the afterparty.
Halloween Bar Crawl Information
The Village Presents: A Nightmare on Main Street Halloween Bash
Saturday, October 31, 2026 - Sunday, November 1, 2026 | 9pm-2am
The Village Dallas | 5670 Village Glen Dr
Get ready for a night of spine-chilling fun at The Village Dallas‘ most anticipated Halloween bash ever: Nightmare on Main Street! Enjoy a Halloween takeover of Over Under and La Mina for Live DJs, drink specials, and a costume contest with a $5,000 grand prize! This party is free to enter, but you can secure your spot ahead of time by pre-purchasing our wickedly good general admission or VIP drink packages that include custom-themed cocktails.
Nightmare on Main Street Information
Live Music & Performances
Candlelight: Halloween Classics
Friday, October 30, 2026 | 8:45pm-10pm
First Presbyterian Church of Dallas | 1835 Young Street
Spend Mischief Night in the warmth of candlelight, singing along to Halloween classics played live by some of Dallas' own talented musicians. From Michael Jackson's Thriller to The Addams Family to the Ghostbusters theme and more, the music event is a tribute to all things spooky and a unique Halloween experience.
Candlelight: Halloween Classics
Avant Chamber Ballet Presents Phillip Glass's Dracula
Friday, October 30, 2026 | 7:30pm-9:30pm
Moody Performance Hall | 2520 Flora Street
Experience Dracula like never before. The Avant Chamber Ballet presents Phillip Glass's interpretation of the vampire classic with dramatic dance numbers, complex scenery, and modern costumes. Told through the lens of dance, the ballet performance brings a whole new light to the terrifying tale that'll have you on the edge of your seat and in complete awe.
Dallas Día de Los Muertos Concert
Friday, October 30, 2026 | 7:30pm
Morton H. Meyerson Symphony Center | 2301 Flora Street
Join the Dallas Symphony Orchestra for a vibrant Day of the Dead concert at the Morton H. Meyerson Symphony Center, celebrating our lost loved ones with a colorful affirmation of life. The DSO’s annual tradition features traditional Latin American music and culture, a dazzling program, colorful festivities, decorated ofrendas, and fun-filled events for the whole family.
Día de Los Muertos Concert Details
Unique Halloween Celebrations
Junkyard Haunted House at City Park
Fridays - Sundays, October 2 - 31, 2026
Old City Park | 1515 S Harwood Street
For those who love a bit of a fright for the Halloween season, head over to Junkyard Haunted House for 7 attractions ready to have you screaming your head off. The scary interactive experiences are set inside 7 of Dallas' historic homes and stretch across 21 acres of land.
Junkyard Haunted House Information
Boo! at Galleria Dallas
Sunday, October 4 - Saturday, October 17, 2026 | 10am-8pm
Galleria Dallas | 13350 Dallas Parkway
After nearly 100 years of having its doors closed, the BooMont Hotel has reopened in 2026 and is ready to wow you with an immersive exhibit. Step inside the historic halls, transformed with art, activities, and actors who will guide you through an interactive art installation.
Dallas Farmers Market Pumpkin Patch Information
Our Halloween events are sure to make the most of your October, from live music to family-friendly fun and more. If you can't get enough of our Halloween happenings, you won't want to miss our upcoming holiday events! Visit our Events page for all future festivals, events, and experiences.
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