Spooky season is nearly here! And if you’re feeling afraid of having nothing to do this Halloween, fear not! We’ve found some exciting things to do in Melbourne during the Halloween period. From family-friendly events to scary sessions for adults, there’s so much to see and do. Check out our list for your Halloween inspiration, and don’t forget your costume!
1. Spend Halloween at Old Melbourne Gaol
Dare to roam the halls of the Old Melbourne Gaol on Halloween. Stay close to your Ghost Guide as they lead you past the cells, and share spooky stories along the way. You’re welcome to dress up and take a mugshot at the photo station. It’s all happening on Thursday October 31, from 6:30pm to 10pm. More info here.
đź“Ť377 Russell St, Melbourne VIC 3000
2. Dress up for Halloween at the Museum
Melbourne Museum is transforming into a supernatural space for Halloween. Trick or treat through the museum and collect limited-edition cards and prizes. Join a ghost tour and take part in spooky science shows. Don’t miss the dance floor, and let loose with classic Halloween hits and live performances. There will also be Halloween-themed food and cocktails for you to try. Halloween at the Museum will take place on Thursday October 31, from 6pm to 11pm. Learn more here.
đź“Ť11 Nicholson St, Carlton VIC 3053
3. Go on some heart-racing rides at Luna Dark
Dress up in your scariest costume, and bump into other ghouls and gremlins at Luna Park. Scream on the rides, enter an eerie maze, step onto a tram of nightmares and feel horrified by the new Harvest of Horrors experience. Try on special effects make-up, listen to live music, see roaming ghosts and ghouls, and much more. There will be two day sessions for the little ones, and five scary sessions after dark. Adults can also check out CARNEVIL, a VIP event with drinks and entertainment. Luna Dark will run from Friday October 25 to Saturday November 2. See more here.
đź“Ť18 Lower Esplanade, St Kilda VIC 3182
4. Have fun at the Halloween Monster Bash at ACMI
ACMI is throwing a Halloween Monster Bash as part of GodzillaFest. Visit after-hours and have fun with vintage videogames, Godzilla pinball, curated pop-ups, DJs and tasty food. Check it out from 5pm to 9pm, then stick around for a movie marathon and trivia session. More info here.
đź“ŤFed Square, Flinders St, Melbourne VIC 3000
5. Feel fierce at Scream Queen
Drag Race’s top horror queens are coming Down Under for Halloween. Local icon Kween Kong will be joined by worldwide sensation Katya, as well as Angeria Paris Vanmichaels, Marina Summers, Mirage, Morphine Love Dion and Lazy Susan. Costumes are highly recommended. Screen Queen will take over Melbourne Town Hall on Saturday November 2. See more here.
đź“Ť90/130 Swanston St, Melbourne VIC 3000
6. Have a spookily good time at the Astor Theatre
If you love a good scary movie, then the Astor Theatre has got you covered. They’re kicking things off with a Nightmare on Elm Street marathon starting on Saturday October 26. Then, pop by on Halloween night for a screening of The Texas Chainsaw Massacre at 8pm. See the schedule here.
đź“Ť1 Chapel St, St Kilda VIC 3182
7. Feel entranced by a haunting Candlelight concert
Let the music set the mood with a night of Halloween classics. Performed under the glow of candles, you’ll listen to tunes like Michael Jackson’s Thriller, the Time Warp, the Ghostbusters theme and A Nightmare Before Christmas medley. Check it out on Saturday October 19 at Fitzroy Town Hall or on Saturday October 26 at the Athenaeum Theatre. Learn more here.
đź“ŤFitzroy Town Hall or Athenaeum Theatre
8. Enter Heartbreaker’s House of Horror
Put on your best costume and enter Heartbreaker’s House of Horror Halloween party. Entry is free, and you can look forward to killer drink specials and a live DJ from 9pm. The party is on from 3pm to 3am on October 31. See more here.
đź“Ť234A Russell St, Melbourne VIC 3000
9. Set sail on the Lady Cutler
Hop aboard the Lady Cutler Melbourne Showboat and have fun on the Halloween Dance Party Cruise. There’s two dance floors to choose from, with the lower level playing vintage tunes and the upper level playing Halloween hits. There will also be themed cocktails, spooky decor, roving entertainment and prizes for best dressed. It’s all happening on Friday October 25 from 7pm to 10:30pm. See more here.
đź“Ť131 Harbour Esplanade, Docklands VIC 3008
10. March at the Howl-O-Ween Paw Parade
Head to Port Melbourne on Sunday October 27, and let your costumed puppy strut their stuff in the Howl-O-Ween Paw Parade. Look at all of the scarily adorable pooches, then check out the market stalls. There will also be a Kids Zone with face painting and a trick or treat trail. This event will run from 9am to 1pm. Learn more here.
đź“ŤBay St, Port Melbourne VIC 3207
11. Embark on a Halloween adventure at Metartworld
Metartworld has some frightfully fun Halloween additions to explore from October 18 to November 3. Pop by for a haunted house, ghost parade, 9D cinema experience, face painting and more during the day. Then, return after dark for some scary night parties. Learn more here.
đź“Ť155 Boundary St, Port Melbourne VIC 3207
12. Get your horror fix at Cinema Nova
Cinema Nova is gearing up for Halloween with their spooky Halloweek. Starting from October 27, you can watch some freaky films like Audition and Eyes Without A Face. See what’s playing here.
đź“Ť380 Lygon St, Carlton VIC 3053
13. Enter an Arcade Apocalypse at Fortress Melbourne
Shuffle over to Fortress Melbourne for Arcade Apocalypse: Gamers vs Zombies. Dress up like the undead, test your skills with zombie-themed games, enjoy a welcome drink as well as themed food and drinks, and have fun with live music and a DJ. Check it out on Saturday November 2 from 7pm. See more here.
đź“ŤShop 25/23 Caledonian Ln, Melbourne VIC 3000
14. Join the madness at The 86
Hosts Azcadelia and Pomme de Terror, Pennywise and Gollum will present Tales from the Drain – A Sinister Halloween Story at The 86 in Fitzroy. See Halloween drag, cabaret, burlesque acts and more unfold on stage, and continue the party with a costume competition, a zombie disco and creepy cocktails. Doors open at 7pm on Thursday October 31. See more here.
đź“Ť185 Smith St, Fitzroy VIC 3065
15. Feel spooked by horror at Lido Cinemas
From Thursday October 24 to Friday November 1, Lido Cinemas is getting in the spooky spirit and playing some legendary horror. Think The Shining, Scream, The Blair Witch Project and more. You’ll also find most of these films playing at their sister cinemas, Cameo and Classic. See what’s playing here.
đź“Ť675 Glenferrie Rd, Hawthorn VIC 3122
16. Browse through Boo Fest at Welcome to Thornbury
Head to Welcome to Thornbury and check out the fun Halloween market, Boo Fest. Find jewellery, art, gothic candles and more from 60 vendors. Then, find something to eat and drink in the beer garden. The market is on from 11am to 4pm on Sunday October 27. See more here.
đź“Ť520 High St, Northcote VIC 3070
17. Discover something curious at Madame A’s exhibits
Head to Coburg Town Hall and browse for unique goods from 50 spooky vendors. Then, get your heart racing in the Haunted Walkthrough, and look out for creepy zombie clowns. There will also be CarnEvil entertainment, as well as a Best Dressed Costume Competition. Check it out on Friday October 25 and Saturday October 26. See more here.
đź“Ť90 Bell St, Coburg VIC 3058
18. Skate your way to Caribbean Rollerama
Caribbean Rollerama is bringing all of the spooky fun to their all-ages Halloween event on Saturday October 26. Look forward to DJs, games, face painting and prizes. Then, return on Halloween night for their adults-only event, which will turn up the chills and thrills from 7pm to 10pm. Learn more here.
đź“Ť1298 Ferntree Gully Rd, Scoresby VIC 3179
19. Find out Who’s Haunting Heide?
Go on a twilight talk and walking tour of the Heide gardens and cottage. In the tour, Who’s Haunting Heide?, you’ll join Head Gardener David Murphy and hear some spooky, lesser-known stories and unexplained sightings. The event starts at 7pm on Thursday October 31. More info here.
đź“Ť7 Templestowe Rd, Bulleen VIC 3105
20. Go on a ghost tour
Are you ready to feel haunted? There’s plenty of creepy corners of Melbourne for you to explore this October. Go on a guided experience and discover the ghosts of Old Melbourne, Williamstown and Point Cook Homestead. If you’re on the road, there’s also a lunatic asylum in Ararat for you to check out.
đź“ŤMelbourne
21. Uncover Melbourne’s haunted past in this city exploration game
Explore the haunted past of Melbourne with your phone on this walking tour. Starting at Flinders Street Station, you’ll venture into hidden laneways, learn about serial killers and spirits that still linger. Get your tickets here.
đź“ŤMelbourne
22. Visit Bunjil Place for Halloween film screenings
Bunjil Place is screening a couple of family-friendly Halloween films on Sunday October 27. See Room on the Broom at 3:30pm, followed by Coraline at 4:10pm. Tickets are $5 and includes a Halloween treat. More details here.
đź“Ť2 Patrick NE Dr, Narre Warren VIC 3805
23. Uncover the mystery with True Crime Games
True Crime Games have two murder mystery, augmented reality games for you to check out. Step back in time and put your detective skills to the test. You can play at home, or visit the real locations in Melbourne to see the characters come to life. More info here.
đź“ŤMelbourne
24. Enter a Knightmare at Kryal Castle
Drive out to Kryal Castle near Ballarat and take part in the family-friendly Trick or Treat program on Saturday October 19 and Sunday October 20. The kids will have fun with a Spooky Scavenger Hunt throughout the castle, then have fun with potion making and more.
Older guests are invited to stay out in Kryal Castle’s after-dark program., Knightmare at Kryal Castle. There’s seven scare spaces that will have you squirming, as well as nerve-wracking attractions and horrifying creatures prowling the grounds. Suitable for visitors over 18, this experience will run on the night of Friday October 18 and Saturday October 19 from 6pm to midnight. See more here.
đź“Ť121 Forbes Rd, Leigh Creek VIC 3352