Niagara Falls 
A list of family Halloween activities & adult Halloween events/parties in and around Niagara Falls, including St Catharines, Grimsby, Welland, Thorold, and Fort Erie.
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I. Halloween Haunts, Ghost Walks & Family Halloween Events in Niagara Falls Region
Nightmares Fear Factory
You can hear the screams coming from Nightmares Fear Factory Haunted house. Famous for the number of visitors that ‘chicken out’ thousands of people come out to see how brave they really are. They come in couples, entire families or groups of friends and yet nothing seems to help them feel safe when venturing through the most famous and scariest attraction in Niagara Falls. Are you brave enough to make it till the end? Details
Sunday – Thursday | 11:00 AM – 12:00 AM
Friday – Saturday | 11:00 AM – 1:00 AM
Nightmares Fear Factory, 5631 Victoria Ave, Niagara Falls
$10.25 – $14.95
Fall Fun at Howell
Enjoy Corn Maze, Train Rides, Jumping Pillow, and more. Details
Daily, until October 30, 2023
Howell Family Pumpkin Farm, 2878 Holland Rd, Pelham
$12 – $24
Boo at the Zoo
Boo at the Zoo returns for a spooky, fun-filled weekend with over 100 local vendors handing out treats, exhibits, dance party, Halloween-themed activities, seasonal photo ops and more throughout the park! Details
October 6 to 9, 2023 | 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Safari Niagara, 2821 Stevensville Road, Stevensville
$19.95 +HST for all ages all weekend long; FREE ADMISSION for children 12 & under, dressed in costumes
Haunt Manor – Hayrides & Haunted Houses
A peaceful mountainside trip into the country goes sideways when you take a wrong turn down a countryside road. Signs for travelling Clown show are left abandoned roadside when you discover an empty manor home in the distance. Pure terror awaits you behind the walls this Halloween season only at Haunt Manor Haunted Hayride. Details
September 30 to October 29, 2023
9387 Lundy’s Lane, Niagara Falls
$51 & up
Pumpkin Patch
Belgian horse-drawn hayrides, Tractor hayrides, and a pumpkin patch with thousands of colourful gourds, pumpkins, and more. Details
Daily, September 2 – October 31, 2023 | 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Warner Ranch Pumpkin Farm, 7705 Schisler Rd, Welland
animal viewing area $2, corn maze: $3, Belgian horse drawn hay rides are $4, Pony rides $6, Unicorn rides $6
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Pumpkinville
Pumpkinville will feature many activities, including crafts, face painting, a scavenger hunt, and live performances by The Mountain Man and Sleepy Jean. Attendees can receive a free pumpkin, while supplies last, thanks to Meridian Credit Union. Tim Hortons will provide hot chocolate and Timbits, with additional food available for purchase. The event also features an appearance by Niagara IceDogs mascot, Bones, and fire safety information from St. Catharines Fire Services, amidst other attractions. Details
Saturday, October 14 | 11 AM. to 3 PM
Happy Rolph’s Animal Farm, 650 Read Road St., Catharines
Free
Heartland Forest Annual Pumpkin Fest
This will be a “Spooktacular” Outdoor Halloween Celebration that includes a family-friendly haunted tree house, Tootsie Express train ride, pumpkin rolling contest, crafts, petting zoo and our signature Trail of Treats! Details
Saturday, October 21, 2023 | 10:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Heartland Forest, 8215 Heartland Forest Rd, Niagara Falls
$12/child
Halloween House Decorating Event
Tour the displays across the city with the Spooky Map! Displays will be lit right up to Halloween night, so hop in the car with your family and friends to see all the creepy decorations! Details
October 26 to 31, 2023
Follow the Spooky Map – Throughout Niagara Falls
Free
Howl-O-Ween
This Howl-O-Ween, you’re invited to dress up and howl along at Great Wolf Lodge. Join our frighteningly fun costume parade. Be sure to collect your candy and goodies on our nightly Trick or Treat Trail. Then you can snuggle up for our not-so-scary Spook-tacular Story Time. Grab your costumes, fire up the family broomstick and make your reservations today. Details
October 13 – 31, 2023
Great Wolf Lodge, Niagara Falls
Regular Hotel Room Prices
Murder at the Manor
It is 1820 and you are visiting a beautiful Georgian Manor in Upper Canada. Suddenly there is a scream! Constables are hours away – you are the detective and must catch the murderer. With the Radcliffe family and staff all having motives – good luck!
A One Act Murder Mystery. Details
October 22, 23, 29. 30 | 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Nelles Manor Museum, 126 Main Street West, Grimsby
$27.96
Trick Or Treat With The Kids
Celebrate the arrival of the Great Pumpkin as Downtown Ridgeway plays host to the area’s finest wee ghosties, goblins, munchkins, minions, super heroes, princes, princesses and costumed characters of all sorts as they descend upon Ridgeway merchants in search of sugary sweets & treats. Details
2023 – TBA
Ridge Road North from Elm to Dominion, Historic Downtown Ridgeway
Free
Halloween Ghost Tours
Some believe that Halloween is the time of year when supernatural forces are most powerful, and the barrier between this world and the next is at its weakest. For others, it’s just the perfect time of year for a good ghost story. Join us for an exploration of the scariest aspects of haunted Fort George. Details
October 13 to 31, 2023
Fort George National Historic Site, 51 Queen’s Parade
Niagara-on-the-Lake
$25
All Hallows’ Eve at Old Fort Erie
Join us for a chilling evening at Old Fort Erie and dare to explore the site of Canada’s bloodiest battlefield as twilight descends. With lanterns flickering, and shadows dancing, prepare to encounter the unexplained and the eerie alongside a costumed interpreter who will share haunting tales of the historic fort in an intimate guided tour. Details
October 13 to 28, 2023
Old Fort Erie, 350 Lakeshore Rd, Fort Erie
$9 – $14
Hallowe’en at Fort George
Bring your little goblins and ghouls for some trick-or-treating fun at Fort George National Historic Site! Explore Fort George and learn about the early history of Niagara, while experiencing musket demonstrations and more! Children who come in their halloween costumes will get some special treats! Details
Sunday, October 29, 2023 | 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Fort George National Historic Site, 51 Queen’s Parade
Niagara-on-the-Lake
Regular admission rates apply
Pumpkin Party
Celebrate the spooky season with family-friendly fun: enjoy live shows (Lincoln Leapers, Pirate/Princess Life), park activities (Boatmobile, crafts, naming ceremonies), and the Snaptique VM Bus Photo Booth. Indulge in available treats and refreshments for a memorable festive experience.
October 28, 2023 | 2 – 5 PM
Rotary Park
5020 Serena Dr., Beamsville
Hallowe’en Activities
Delve into the creepy, crawly world of Hallowe’en with the Welland Museum. We’ll be creating terrifying Hallowe’en decorations and sharing hollowing tales of yesteryear. Ages 6-12.
October 28, 2023 | 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Welland Museum, 140 King Street
Welland
$5
Family Halloween Drop-in Party
Halloween family activities and crafts! Participants are welcome to dress in costume! All ages are welcome. Parents and guardians stay with their child(ren) for the program.
Wednesday, October 25, 2023 | 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Grimsby Museum, 6 Murray Street, Grimsby
Admission by donation in support of The Grimsby Museum.
Pumpkin Painting
Get in the Halloween spirit with pumpkin paintings inspired by the exhibit about folk artist Poppa Wilson. Take your painted pumpkin home to decorate your house on Halloween. Details
Saturday, October 28, 2023 | 1:30 PM
Lincoln Museum and Cultural Centre, 3800 Main Street, Jordan
$15
Halloween at the Docks
Join us at the docks for a Halloween-themed paddle. Costumes are encouraged. Come trick or treat at Rec Rentals @ the Docks. Details
Saturday, October 28 and Sunday, October 29, 2023 | 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Rec Rentals, 129 Lincoln St, Welland
II. Adult Halloween Events & Parties in Niagara Falls
Drummond Hill Cemetery Tours
The Cemetery tours offer a unique opportunity to discover Niagara Falls through a night-time visit to one of the most historic cemeteries in Canada. Led by a costumed guide, the human drama unfolds as you wander the grounds and happen upon theatrical performances that provide a glimpse into the lives of some of the people from our City’s history. Details
October 14, 15, 21, 22 | 2:00 PM, 3:00 PM & 4:00 PM
Drummond Hill Cemetery, 6110 Lundy’s Ln, Niagara Falls
$12 to $15 per person
Niagara on the Lake Ghost Walks
The Ghost Walk of “Canada’s Most Haunted Town”. Featuring stories at the Olde Angel Inn, iconic Courthouse and Prince of Wales Hotel. With North America’s oldest legend, a mystery at the Apothecary, the theatre ghost scaring audiences and a mansion that makes cameras go crazy. Details
Until November 4, 2023 | 8:30 PM – 10:00 PM
126 Queen Street, Niagara-on-the-Lake
Adults are $16, Kids (13 & under) are $12 + tax (no hidden fees)
St. Andrew’s Graveyard Tour
Tour St. Andrew’s graveyard by lantern light and hear true eerie stories of past Grimsby residents. Details
Tuesday, October 17, 2023 | 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM
Queens Lawn Cemetery, 25 Nelles Road North, Grimsby
$17.15
Mount Osborne Historical Cemetery Walk
Venture out with us in the historical Beamsville Mount Osborne Cemetery and hear some of the stories hidden among the gravestones. Details
October 19 to 21, 2023
Mount Osborne: 4230 William St., Beamsville
$20
Halloween Movies
See Halloween movies at the Film House. Details
Humanist Vampire Seeking — Tue., Oct. 17, Sat., Oct. 21, Wed., Oct. 25, 2023, 7:00 p.m.
Rhymes for Young Ghouls — Fri., Oct. 20, 2023 7:00 p.m.
Blood Quantum — Sat., Oct. 21, 2023 3:00 p.m.
The Birds — Tue., Oct. 24, 2023 3:00 p.m.
Vertigo — Tue., Oct. 24, 2023 7:00 p.m.
The Rocky Horror Picture Show — Fri., Oct. 27, 2023 9:00 p.m.
Hocus Pocus — Sat., Oct. 28, 2023 7:00 p.m.
The Rocky Horror Picture Show — Sat., Oct. 28, 2023 10:00 p.m. & Sun., Oct. 29, 2023 3:00 p.m.
Young Frankenstein — Sun., Oct. 29, 2023 7:00 p.m.
Halloween — Tue., Oct. 31, 2023 3:00 p.m.
FirstOntario Performing Arts Centre, 250 St. Paul Street
St. Catharines
$9.50
Halloween Music Trivia
Calling all Halloween fanatics! Join us for a spooktacular edition of music trivia with trivia master Lee Beaupre of Niagara’s Name that Tune!
Get a team together, throw on a costume, and come on down to the museum for a night of musical trivia, drinks and prizes.
October 20, 2023 | 7:00 PM
Niagara Falls History Museum, 5810 Ferry Street
$15
Grapes & Ghouls-A Halloween Drag Show
The show will feature an amazing cast including Ricky Mania, Jessie James, Calypso Cosmic and hostess Karma Kameleon! Join us for a night of wine, drag, comedy & costumes!
Friday, October 20, 2023| 8:00 PM
London Born Wine Co., 3749 Walker Road, Lincoln
$33.28
Frightmare in the Falls
The event will feature more than 50,000 square feet of all things horror including memorabilia, panels, celebrities, movies, autographs, displays, movie cars, cosplay, special effects props & much more! Details
October 27 to 29, 2023
Niagara Falls Convention Centre, 6815 Stanley Avenue, Niagara Falls
$23.95 & up
Frightmare in the Falls Official After Party
Join us for the Official Frightmare in the Falls After Party Present by Icon Autographs.
Featuring Celebrity Appearances, a Horror Costume Contest and Live Performances by First Jason Heavy Metal by Ari Lehman (the OG Jason Voorhees) and special guests Blood Opera!
Friday, October 27, 2023 | 9:00 PM
Falls View Hose Brigade, 5786 Dunn Street Niagara Falls
$35.20
Improv Fallout Halloween Show
Don’t miss the improv comedy competition that’s had Niagara in stitches for 5 years running.
Our show is going to be extra funny AND extra spooky this month, so feel free to join in the fun by wearing a costume! Best costume wins a PRIZE!
Saturday, October 28, 2023 | 8:00 PM
Mahtay Café & Lounge, 241 Saint Paul Street St., Catharines
$11.98 & up
Spooky Sips Cellar Tasting
Visit the cellar at Henry of Pelham Family Estate Winery … if you dare. On Sunday, October 29, you’re invited to a blind tasting of four 100 per cent estate grown wines at Henry of Pelham’s underground barrel cellar. Try guessing the wines while enjoying a few of the winery’s famous ghost stories. And, maybe the Ghost of Henry will appear!
Tickets include four wine samples, candy, and charcuterie.
Sunday, October 29 | 3:00 PM
Henry of Pelham Family Estate Winery, 1469 Pelham Rd.
$49.95
Pumpkin Carving
Join us in the outdoor Lock Street Biergarten for pumpkin carving night! Whether you’re a traditional spooky jack-o-lantern lover or if you prefer a stencil, take the hassle out of carving and let us clean up the mess. BYOP (bring your own pumpkin) or use one of ours! Carving tools are included. If you’ve got kids or you’re looking for a creative date night, this is a great way to turn a Halloween favourite into a social activity. Bring your friends and everyone can carve together while sipping on seasonal craft beers such as our famous Late Harvest Pumpkin Ale and local Niagara wines!
Monday, October 30, 2023 | 12 PM
Lock Street Brewing Company, 15 Lock Street, St. Catharines
$5.65 & up
Halloween Parties
- NOCTURNAL NIGHTMARE HALLOWEEN on Friday, October 27 | 10 pm @ Dragonfly Nightclub, 6380 Fallsview Boulevard, Niagara Falls
- Fright Night 3 Hosted By Deeboy on Friday, October 27 | 10pm @ BRAZGRILL Casual Brazilian Steakhouse, 165 Hartzel Road, St. Catharines
- Ghoul’s Night Out Halloween on Sat Oct 28 2023 | 10:00 PM @ Dragonfly Nightclub, 6380 Fallsview Boulevard, Niagara Falls
- Club Belvedere’s Monster Mash Bash on Saturday, October 28 | 8pm @ Club Belvedere, 57 John Street, Thorold
- Scream 17+ Halloween Spectacular on Sun, Oct 29, 2023 | 9:00 PM @ Level Nightclub, 6 James Street St. Catharines
- Halloween Costume Party on Tue, Oct 31, 2023 | 10:00 PM @ Mansion House, 5 William Street, St. Catharines
- Brownman’s HALLOWEEN THRILLER on Tue, Oct 31, 2023 | 10:00 PM @ Mahtay Café & Lounge, 241 Saint Paul Street, St. Catharines
We do try to make the listings as accurate as possible, but there may be typographical/oversight errors or events may be cancelled or postponed without any notice. Verify all details from concerned event Websites/officials.
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