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As the month of October rolls onwards, the atmosphere of Halloween permeates neighbourhoods, malls, and attractions across Saskatchewan.
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Pumpkins and ghostly figures appear on lawns, costumes are planned and bought, and Halloween candy is found pretty much everywhere. While some Halloween lovers are all about the costumes and candy, others are looking for the spooky, haunted and thrilling adventures that can be had at this time of year.
There is plenty through this unique prairie province to keep you busy as you explore the aspects of Halloween – from ghost towns to spooky corn mazes; from haunted houses to fun family activities; from ghost walks to Halloween bashes – there is something for everyone.
Ghost Story Tours at Government House – Regina
For one night only, you can experience a ghostly tour of Government House! Not recommended for children under 12 years of age, Government House is hosting free ghost story tours this Halloween. Tours are available on a first-come, first-served basis. No registration is required. Details
Tuesday, October 24, 2023 | Every half hour starting at 5 p.m., with the last tour at 8 p.m.
4607 Dewdney Ave, Regina
Halloween Haunt – Candle Lake Golf Resort
It’s time to grab that costume and head out to Candle Lake Golf Resort for a bunch of spooky fun! With a fantastic buffet dinner included, along with their famous “Haunted Walk”, games, prizes and a whole lot more, this is an event that will be sure to bring some excitement to the season. Details
October 28, 2023
1 Fairway Dr, Candle Lake
Haunted Paradise – Prince Albert
While the name suggests a destination of absolute beauty, this event can instead bring out absolute fright! There are many haunted aspects of this event, including a haunted house, haunted corn maze, and haunted church.
Located at Paintball Paradise Prince Albert, this fun and scary event takes place over the last three weekends in October. Guests can also find pumpkins for sale, shooting games, kid’s games, hot food, hot chocolate and campfire site rentals for the evening. Details
Paintball Paradise, Prince Albert
Halloween Terror Trail – Saskatoon and Yorkton
The name says it all, so be prepared to be scared! Using different locations each year, the Terror Trail is not for the faint of heart, nor recommended for children under the age of 11. Actors are part of this experience to make things even more exciting. Guests are encouraged to dress appropriately as this is an outdoor event, which runs the last three weekends of October, as well as Halloween night. Bonfires, food vendors, washroom facilities and more can be found at both locations.
Varrious Dates, October
Saskatoon & Yorkton
Corman Park No. 344, Saskatoon
Yorkton Trap Club, Veterans Blvd, York Lake, Yorkton
Wawota Haunted Hotel
Toted as a yearly fundraiser for local groups, the reviews for this haunted hotel are off the charts. If you are looking for a scary night’s activity in southern Saskatchewan, this is the one for you. Their guarantee is that every visitor will scream in terror, so be prepared to use your vocal cords during this visit. More information on purchasing tickets and times is on their Facebook page, or email with any questions to wawotahauntedhotel@gmail.com. Details
October 20, 21, and 28, 2023
Low Scare: Sunday, October 29, 2023
400 Railway Ave, Wawota
Swayzes’ Trail of Screams – Whitewood
If you are heading to Wawota for their Haunted Hotel, you might as well make your evening complete by stopping in on the Trail of Screams, which is located nearby, just 15 minutes outside of Whitewood.
This Trail of Scream consists of a 15-20 minute dark walking trail though tall trees and bushes, all designed to bring a little fright into your life.
A stroll past the cemetery may have your heart pumping as freaky characters make their appearance, and your visit will end with a visit to an old abandoned house.
Check out their Facebook page for dates, exact location and more information. Details
Al Benesocky’s Shock House – Regina
Running Thursdays through Sundays in October, with opening day on the perfectly appointed Friday, the 13th, as well as on Halloween night, the Shock House is another Haunted House experience that should be on your “to do” list this month. Costumed actors round out this terrifying experience that may leave you with nightmares for a while to come. This is a cash only event, with tickets available at the door. Not recommended for children under the age of 11. Details
October 13 to 31, 2023
1230 Broad Street, Regina
Campus Ghost Tours – Saskatoon
With more than 100 years of history, it’s not difficult to believe that the Diefenbaker Canada Center has some ghostly activity. A 90-minute walking tour of the campus will take you through some of the most haunted buildings on campus and give you an opportunity to hear the stories behind the unfortunate souls who are still roaming the area and playing tricks on the unsuspecting! Not recommended for children under 12 years of age. Details
October 23 to 31, 2023 | 7:00 p.m.- 8:30 p.m. and 7:30 – 9:00 p.m.
101 Diefenbaker Pl, Saskatoon
Trolley Ghost Tour – Moose Jaw
An opportunity to experience the supernatural and ghostly stories in Canada’s most notorious city, this trolley tour is appropriate for ages 8 years and up. No walking required, the tour takes approximately one hour and features true, scary stories of Moose Jaw, spooky history and interesting characters who are still lurking around. Running on a variety of evenings through October, this is a great all around activity to heighten your Halloween! Details
Various Dates, October
Tourism Moose Jaw Visitor Information Centre, Moose Jaw.
Spooky Weyburn Ghost Tour
A family-friendly event, this ghost tour will enlighten you to the interesting past of the town and Signal Hill, along with mysteries and ghostly activities that have taken place in local establishments. Led by a local guide, this is a walking tour that lasts approximately one hour. Stories are meant to entertain, so all ages are welcome. Tours take place on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays through October. Details
The Nightmare Express – Wakaw
A completely unique experience that will have you using your puzzle solving skills and living “the 13th dream of Percy”. The backstory is an interesting one, starting with a dead man named Percy, and getting even stranger with his 12 dreams. The 13th dream is the one that might kill you… are you brave enough to take a chance? This 3-hour interactive journey takes you on a train ride from Wakaw to Cudworth, with food and drinks available onboard. Transportation from Saskatoon is available. Details
October 27th and 28th, 2023
Wheatland Express Excursion Train, Railway Ave, Wakaw
Haunted Town of Lil-Sur-Mer
This exciting event is another fundraiser for local charities and organizations, and tends to sell out quickly, so book your tickets as soon as possible to experience this yearly haunted town. The entire town is designed and run by volunteers with up to 6 different houses with different themes every year.
The visit consists of a combination of ride/walking tours around the town, entering various themed set houses and truly hosts the best scares Saskatchewan has to offer.
Dedicate up to 45 minutes to scream through the tour, and consider leaving your younger children at home, as this is not really appropriate for them. Tours leave every 20 minutes from 7 pm to midnight, but must be pre-booked. Details
240 Springfeld Rd, Swift Current
Ghost Town Trail
For a different type of spooky experience, head off down the famous Ghost Town Trail in southern Saskatchewan.
Following the historic Red Coat Trail, there are 32 ghost towns along this stretch of road.
The route itself is actually 1,087 kilometres long and follows Saskatchewan Highway 13, going from Govenlock to Wauchope.
Aside from the Trail, there are plenty of other spooky structures and ghost towns dotting the province, with the most interesting, and probably most visited being Bromhead, where photographers can capture stunning reminders of the past.
As for ghosts themselves, well, you never know where you might meet one. Directions
Theatre of Madness Haunted House – Saskatoon
A haunted house designed for all ages; you can choose an appropriate time for your scare level!
Entrance times are rated as General Admission, PG 16, Rated R, and X Rated, so it is easy to choose which one suits you best. Their motto is to provide you with a spine-tingling experience as you enter into a macabre world that will excite and terrify you, which suggests that this haunted house has everything that a visitor would want.
You can even purchase tickets to attend a séance with a medium to make your evening even more spooky. Details
October 13 to 31, 2023
Rainbow Theatre, 3510 8 St E, Saskatoon
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