🎃 Halloween 2026: Top Events Across PhiladelphiaHalloween 2026
United States › Philadelphia

Halloween 2026

Halloween in Philadelphia: Haunts, Crawls & Candlelight

Book ghost tours, bar crawls, and candlelight Halloween shows across Philadelphia.

See Halloween experiences
★ 4.5/5 average across 8 rated Halloween experiences · 1190 reviews

Halloween plans in Philadelphia

The most booked Halloween experiences in Philadelphia. Book now.

Candlelight: A Haunted Evening of Halloween Classics - Philadelphia
Media Theatre For The Performing Arts

Candlelight: A Haunted Evening of Halloween Classics - Philadelphia

★ 4.8 (30) · 29 Oct - 30 Oct
Halloween classics performed by candlelight at Media Theatre, Philadelphia.
From $37
Book tickets →
Haunted Pub Crawl - Philadelphia
Grim Philly Twilight Tours

Haunted Pub Crawl - Philadelphia

★ 4.6 (9) · 02 Oct - 28 Nov
Haunted pub crawl hitting Philadelphia's most ghost-laden bars after dark.
From $49.95
Book tickets →
Philly Ghosts: Phantoms of Philadelphia Tour (Philadelphia) Tickets
Tomb of the Unknown Soldier

Philly Ghosts: Phantoms of Philadelphia Tour (Philadelphia) Tickets

★ 4.7 (6) · 19 Sep - 17 Mar
Phantom-focused walking tour starting at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier.
From $26
Book tickets →
Trick or Drink Philadelphia Halloween Bar Crawl (3 Days) - Tickets
Hard Rock Cafe, Market Street

Trick or Drink Philadelphia Halloween Bar Crawl (3 Days) - Tickets

★ 4.5 (364) · 24 Oct - 31 Oct
Three-day Halloween bar crawl starting at Hard Rock Cafe on Market Street.
From $15
Book tickets →
Philadelphia Ghost Hunt Game - Tickets
Media Theatre For The Performing Arts

Philadelphia Ghost Hunt Game - Tickets

★ 4.5 (364)
Self-guided ghost hunt game through Philadelphia's most haunted spots.
From $8
Book tickets →
Founding Phantoms Adult's Only Walking Tour (Philadelphia) Tickets
850 Walnut St

Founding Phantoms Adult's Only Walking Tour (Philadelphia) Tickets

★ 4.5 (364) · 19 Sep - 20 Nov
Adults-only founding-era ghost tour departing from 850 Walnut Street.
From $35
Book tickets →
Halloween Fever Gift Card - Philadelphia
Media Theatre For The Performing Arts

Halloween Fever Gift Card - Philadelphia

From $20
Book tickets →
Ghost Tour of Philadelphia by candlelight (Philadelphia) Tickets
Signer's Garden

Ghost Tour of Philadelphia by candlelight (Philadelphia) Tickets

★ 4.3 (45) · 19 Sep - 30 Nov
Candlelit ghost tour through Signer's Garden, one of Philly's oldest grounds.
From $28.95
Book tickets →
Cemetery and Serial Killers Walking Tour of Philadelphia - Tickets
Media Theatre For The Performing Arts

Cemetery and Serial Killers Walking Tour of Philadelphia - Tickets

★ 4.5 (8) · 19 Sep - 13 Mar
Walking tour covering Philadelphia's real cemeteries and serial killer history.
From $44
Book tickets →

Ways to celebrate Halloween

Haunted Houses & Scares

Dark corridors, live actors, and fog. Not for the faint-hearted.

Parties & Nightlife

Costume contests, DJ sets, and open bars in lit-up city venues.

Family & Kids

Pumpkin patches, trick-or-treat trails, and daytime fun for all ages.

Candlelight & Dinners

Seasonal menus served by candlelight, with pumpkins lining the tables.

Why Philadelphia for Halloween

History That Actually Haunts

Philadelphia's colonial cemeteries and cobblestone alleys give ghost tours a backdrop most cities can't fake.

Nightlife Meets Costume Season

Multi-day Halloween bar crawls hit iconic venues like Hard Rock Cafe, keeping the party moving all weekend.

Live Performances After Dark

Candlelight concerts at Media Theatre turn Halloween classics into something you feel in your chest.

Why book with us

Secure payments

Payment protected with standard encryption.

Instant confirmation

Your booking confirmed in seconds.

Easy booking

Pick a city, an experience, and book in a few clicks.

Halloween FAQ

When is Halloween 2026?
Halloween falls on Friday, October 31, 2026. Many events in cities like Philadelphia run the entire last week of October, so check dates carefully and book early to avoid sellouts.
What Halloween events are happening in Philadelphia?
Halloween in Philadelphia includes haunted walking tours through Old City, costume parties in Fishtown, candlelight concerts, and family-friendly pumpkin events. Browse listings to filter by date, age group, and price.
Are there Halloween events for kids in Philadelphia?
Philadelphia's ghost tours of Old City work for older children during the day; the after-dark and pub crawl versions are 21+. Each event page states its age guidance before you pay.
How early should I book Halloween tickets?
Popular Halloween events sell out two to three weeks in advance. Haunted experiences and ticketed parties in Philadelphia tend to go fastest. Booking in early October gives you the best selection of dates and seats.
Are there Halloween events that are not too scary?
Yes. Candlelight concerts, seasonal dinners, and costume parades are festive without being frightening. These are solid picks for anyone who wants the Halloween atmosphere without jump scares or extreme haunted-house setups.
What do people wear to Halloween parties in the US?
Anything goes, but creative costumes tend to win at parties with costume contests. Check the event listing for dress codes. Some ticketed Philadelphia Halloween parties specifically require a costume for entry.
Are there outdoor Halloween events in the US?
Yes. Halloween in the US includes outdoor ghost tours, night markets, and lantern walks. Philadelphia's historic streets are a popular backdrop for outdoor Halloween events, especially ghost and history tours through Old City.
How do I find last-minute Halloween plans?
Filter by date on the events page to see what still has availability close to October 31. Candlelight events and dinners sometimes have last-minute spots even when haunted experiences are fully booked.

days left until Halloween — book your spot

See all experiences →

Halloween in Philadelphia

Halloween Philadelphia has a head start on most American cities. The graveyards are older, the ghost stories are documented, and the streets where the Founding Fathers walked are genuinely eerie after dark. Whether you want a candlelight concert at a historic theatre or a self-guided ghost hunt game, the options here go well beyond a costume party.

Planning Halloween in Philadelphia means choosing your level of spooky. Bar crawls and pub tours keep things social and fun. Walking tours through colonial cemeteries or along haunted alleys dig into real local history. Any of these plans makes for a better Halloween night than another house party, and most are easy to book same-week.

See Halloween experiences
We use cookies to measure site usage. Cookie policy